Trane or Something Else?

19 years ago

Is Trane the only way to go? I've had numerous salesman in my home, and have settled on a Trane XR13 Variable Speed System with a XV80 (variable speed) furnace. I have to get two 3 ton systems to replace the current failing systems. The total cost is $11,700, and they're throwing in the 10 year comp, parts, and labor warranty. Is this good? I have not yet considered anything other than Trane. Are there other good systems out there that are equal in price, or less than . . . without sacrificing quality? Any help would be MUCH appreciated.

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baldloonie
19 years ago
To me, Trane is overrated. Good stuff but there are plenty others as good. Personally, my choice would be a Rheem/Ruud system. Just personal preference. Others would say other brands.

Key is proper sizing and best possible install.

BTW, I do have an XV80 myself!
michaelangelo
Original Author
19 years ago
This may sound dumb, but is the system I'm considering a Heat Pump?
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bob_brown
19 years ago
The XV80 is a 82% efficient fuel furnace. We need more info to determine if the condenser is a heat pump.

As to efficiency, an 80% is not so good for my climate. I need heat for about 3.5 months of the year. A 92% would be a better efficiency for my climate in N. Texas. The payoff in savings (with most equipment)is probably 5 years or less. With TRANE probably about 10 years for payback.
bama_dude
19 years ago
michaelangelo,you cant go wrong with Trane its the best made most durable system out there.That is also a good price for two variable speed systems.When somebody builds a better complete system than Trane I will sell it too.
michaelangelo
Original Author
19 years ago
The XV80 is a gas furnace. I'm looking for a quick return on investment, as I do not see myself in this house for more than ten years. I would like a quick return now, and then save the longterm return for the next house I plan to die in; lol. Lennox, Rheem, Trane, etc . . . as far as just for ten year or less savings . . . what's the best? I live in N Texas and I'm tired of paying $500 bills in the summer for a 2800 square foot home.
tigerdunes
19 years ago
michaelangelo

Unless there are installation issues, I do not like the idea of 80% AFUE gas furnaces without pairing with a heat pump(dual fuel). What size XV80 is being quoted?

Have you had a professional perform a Man J heat/cool load calculation and have you been given a copy and reviewed carefully? If not, insist upon it.

6 tons of cooling for 2800 sq ft? either there are special circumstances that need an explanation or you will be way oversized.

Nothing is wrong with the equipment you are looking at and prices seem reasonable.

Does quote include a good filter media cabinet? Trane's controls/stats are a weak link for good dehumidification. You might consider the HW VisionPro IAQ which will give you better control over Texas humidity.

IMO
remodeler08
19 years ago
The Trane XR13 is a "heat pump".

We install mostly Goodman. And, we would not have to "through in" a 10-year warranty. It comes with at least that. Part of the system's warranty is "lifetime". The price would be about $2,700 less. The match-up with a variable speed gas furnace would probably boost the SEER to 14 rather that 13 SEER.