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Old 07-20-2025, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by jrref View Post
I'm 100% positive, they didn't install a $20 capacitor. The "good" capacitors that last the longest are made in the USA. Amrad is one. They cost $65 + and will last 2-3 times longer than the $10-$20 capacitor you get on Amazon.
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You did the right thing going with a reputable company like Sunshine but you are wasting your money getting the 2x/year maintenance. 1x/year is plenty here in the Villages. They have the 2x/year plan for those that want it but it's not necessary. As far as the capacitor, it's still in tolerance but my guess is next year you will probably need to change it and $141 is a fair price because they use the $65+ Amrad capacitor and not the Chinese junk you get for $10 on Amazon or sometimes free from Ace Hardware.
Do you have any data for that or is it just your opinion based on the lower price?
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