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[harrison6jd]

i am looking for real world information about boiling rates. when buying my new truck, the window sticker said 18mpg but i found that not to be true so i am looking for real numbers. i would like to be around 20gph boiling rate. i currently have a flat pan that is 30" x 48". with forced air and a tight arch, is it possible with what i have? a hood? if not, any recommendations for a newer setup? i will entertain all information. any info will be helpful. the season is over here so its time to make improvements. thank you

[325abn]

No gurantee is sappin my friend! :) So many varibles involved. I struggle to get to 20 - 22 with my rig 2 x 4 raised flue oil fired.

[Russell Lampron]

I'm thinking a 20"x66" with a flue pan would be in that range. My 2x6 without blower would do 35gph. With a blower and pre heater in the steam hood it will do 40+ now.

[Middleton Maples]

With my 2' by 8' I get 50 gph. No forced air or hoods.

[PerryW]

If you are looking for 20 GPH, then buy a rig rated at 30 GPH. I know it will cost more but but out the wife's beer if necessary.

[BHMC]

One thing you may want to do is speak with Bill Mason (WFMASONWELDING.COM) up in Maine. He can make up a pan for you that would fit your current arch.
He has many ideas and is a good guy to speak with. He also has a few options such as a drop-tube style pan...check it out it's pretty cool as well and a raised flu
set up.

Best of Luck.