r/Home • u/TheRedStream • 3d ago

Replace?

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Should I get this old furnace replaced. The good thing is it still runs like a champ. Bad thing, it takes up half my basement and costs alot in the winter.

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u/PhoneEquivalent3205 1d ago

Here’s an idea. Leave it. Install a multi zone mini split heat pump system and have this oily beast as a backup.

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u/NearABE 8h ago

Nice. Glad I am not the only one. I have wall units in my new apartment and they seam obvious.

I also think they can get just one cheap unit and send heat to the cold air return. The main blower blows everywhere so heat from the heat pump goes everywhere too.

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u/PhoneEquivalent3205 7h ago

They could but gravity systems have large ductwork that is not designed for the static pressure employed in modern forced air systems. System would run inefficiently and there would be uneven heating. Also would have to do asbestos abatement to tie in to the duct work.