Joe Walbran takes on Boiler
. . .and Wins!
It was a beauty,
only 60-some
years old,
but it had to go. . .
the old boiler,
that is.

Heatwave causing sunburns
in Minnesota.
Who needs a boiler?
[Front and Rear Views,
Early Summer 2002]
 
Close-up of
the original wiring
for the 4-zone system

Selected new boiler.
Image of Buderus
boiler cross-section.		  
 
Unusually hot summer in Minneapolis
is followed by
unusual cold spells
in Fall 2002.		   To Do List:
  1. Purchase Buderus boiler.
  2. Arrange for removal of old boiler.
  3. Re-route existing copper piping to improve aesthetics.
  4. Design copper manifold.
  5. Purchase space heater.
  6. Install copper piping, valves, gauges.
  7. Purchase second space heater.
  8. Insert new chimney lining.
  9. Go dumpster diving for more space heaters.
  10. Invite relatives with heavy clothing to Thanksgiving dinner.
  11. Install Buderus boiler.
  12. Enjoy the warmth and admiration.
 
The installation is complete.

Joe is blinded
by glow from
copper manifold.
It is truly
a work of art.
[Manifold Close-up,
side-view of
blue Buderus Boiler
Thanksgiving Day, 2002]
 
Close-up of lower manifold
with custom shelf
to support pipes
and "matchy smatchy"
knee bends.
[Left photo]


Nicely curved pipe
and shut-off valve.
[Right photo]
 
The master admires
his work.

[Vent pipe to chimney]