With a little encouragement, the mounting bracket on the igniter can be moved on the ceramic, so the igniter will set farther in. I’ve had to do it on Goodman furnaces too.
I had to do one of those re-engineering jobs on an old commercial gas dryer about 25 years ago. The original carbide igniter was discontinued so I got a similar one and adapted. It worked well for several years and when it failed again, it was an easy replacement because I could still get the same part.
Ted; I ended up discontinuing the Glowfly for this exact reason (not being long enough). I would recommend the White Rodgers 21D64-44 Hot Rod igniter as your truck stock replacement. It can handle the lower Trane voltage on certain furnaces as well.
I've run into similar issues with the "Hot Rod" silicon nitride universal ignitors when replacing one on an Intertherm brand or like Coleman/Evcon etc. I've had good luck if you only need another 1/2 an inch is just very carefully move that metal ring down on the ceramic. It's not on there super tight, and if you're patient, can move it up to gain that 1/2 an inch. Fixed an old lady's furnace the weekend before Thanksgiving like that. I had replaced that ignitor once before, those Hot Rod seem to last only about 5 years, and that's just barely past the warranty. That "Made in China" label on the wires probably explains that. But by doing that, you can use the same OEM mounting screw and not have to use any of the little brackets they include in the box. That store that sells parts for those manufactured home type of furnaces in my area is only only a couple of days a week, and I don't like dealing with them.
I enjoy your videos. Personal experience, as a homeowner, never had a flame sensor issue. As an experiment, I’m waiting on 2020 unit, which replaced a 2006 unit. Could some issue be climate or conditions where furnace is located? I will clean it if leave town in the winter, but not aware of that issue here. Some winters, condensation line will freeze up outside, but pump is not wired in and water in the garage is much better than cold house. An air compressor clears the line quickly. I like the work you do. Thx!
Nice access to that unit. No crawling, good lighting, and it's up where you can stand to work on it.
With a little encouragement, the mounting bracket on the igniter can be moved on the ceramic, so the igniter will set farther in. I’ve had to do it on Goodman furnaces too.
I had to do one of those re-engineering jobs on an old commercial gas dryer about 25 years ago. The original carbide igniter was discontinued so I got a similar one and adapted. It worked well for several years and when it failed again, it was an easy replacement because I could still get the same part.
Ted; I ended up discontinuing the Glowfly for this exact reason (not being long enough). I would recommend the White Rodgers 21D64-44 Hot Rod igniter as your truck stock replacement. It can handle the lower Trane voltage on certain furnaces as well.
You got that right especially you have a doctor that truly care about you 💪🏿❤️
Franklin for when a Grant just won't do! Nice to see you standing. Thanks for the content.
I've run into similar issues with the "Hot Rod" silicon nitride universal ignitors when replacing one on an Intertherm brand or like Coleman/Evcon etc. I've had good luck if you only need another 1/2 an inch is just very carefully move that metal ring down on the ceramic. It's not on there super tight, and if you're patient, can move it up to gain that 1/2 an inch. Fixed an old lady's furnace the weekend before Thanksgiving like that. I had replaced that ignitor once before, those Hot Rod seem to last only about 5 years, and that's just barely past the warranty. That "Made in China" label on the wires probably explains that. But by doing that, you can use the same OEM mounting screw and not have to use any of the little brackets they include in the box. That store that sells parts for those manufactured home type of furnaces in my area is only only a couple of days a week, and I don't like dealing with them.
Looks like a nice place from the front outside! Then you opened the walkout door!
Well done Ted, you sure are a good bracket Engineer 😉 Au
Nice job with a little ingenuity ... You make us proud Thx
"The day after Thanksgiving, the bedroom is cold!" LOL. What does Thanksgiving have to do with it! LOL
Another fine job sir!
That True Steam humidifier was flashing the code- "I'm a piece of junk and I should have been recalled by Honeywell." 😎👍
Good fix on the furnace Ted.
I enjoy watching all your video! Keep them coming,👍
If an old furnace has a spark or intermitant pilot, can these be replaced with a hot surface ignitor?
Nice video ted! Keep up the awesome business you own!
Need a bigger bill due to inflation. Treasury will have to bring back the $500 bill. I'm an im-potent customer too. :)
cracks me up...great video
“Ohh no, input it on backwards!”
Yep!
I’ve been there before. 🤦♂️Lol
I enjoy your videos. Personal experience, as a homeowner, never had a flame sensor issue. As an experiment, I’m waiting on 2020 unit, which replaced a 2006 unit. Could some issue be climate or conditions where furnace is located? I will clean it if leave town in the winter, but not aware of that issue here. Some winters, condensation line will freeze up outside, but pump is not wired in and water in the garage is much better than cold house. An air compressor clears the line quickly. I like the work you do. Thx!
Looks like you got it to fit.
Could that dirty flame sensor have made the unit cycle a lot and wear out the igniter?
I'd work hard on that machine, too, based solely on the fact that there's a working light right above it.
I use a 90 angle on my drill to get those igniters off and on don't got time to go back to my truck I bring my tool bag with me
Way to go, MacGyver. Thxs for the vids!
a long screw and some washers or a nut for a spacer would work ti
Way to go Ted Macgyver
Ted never passes up the chance to pull $100 bill out!
How much do those flame sensor cleaners cost? I'd like to get one.
Don't forget to launder that cleaning bill.
Thanks man i will remember this.
people concerned about the cost of repairs might consider the $100 bill thing in bad taste.
I like that stubby that ratchets..
I am going to try to find one.
don't forget to IMMEDIATELY bring that $100 bill to the bank and deposit in your business account.
Ben Franklin was too popular with the ladies😂😂😂
Another satisfied customer
Good Job... Take the four day holiday next year!
Ignitor Depot house brand...
Ben was the mark 1 version of Bill Clinton. I'm thinking he's glad he was never president. Someday I will ask him.
its funny how you can make a 100 dollar bill very nasty and it doesn't loose 1 lil bit of value
Nice! Great job
If you use a $1 bill, does it take 100 times longer? Asking for a friend 🤣
Shoulda had a bar stool to work on that one. LOL
It's too short, story of my life
Nice vid, good job !
Why do you use a $100 bill wont $1.00 do the same
I am sure that if You get them some Heat, they won't care.