OK, so here's what I've been looking at;
http://utahbiodieselsupply.com/centrifugewvo.php
If we would get the extreme package with the inline heater and power cone the cost would be around $2,000. You can get it in 120 or 240v, but I'm thinking we'd opt for 120v since not everyone would have 240v available. I like the fact that it's very compact and would be very easy to transport and set up. There may be a few incidentals like fittings and a socket wrench to take out the bowl. Here are some of the "rules" I'm thinking of.
If we had twelve guys that would give each person a month to have use of it. And it wouldn't necessarily have to be just Ohio users, guys in bordering states that aren't too far probably wouldn't be a problem.
We could arrange turns so that it goes to the next closest person, so people don't have to travel too far.
Only those that buy in would be allowed to use it, although a user could process oil for someone as long as they are the ones to do it and they don't lend it out to their "buddy".
Persons who buy in would be responsible for damage occurring while in their possession, although if something breaks or is worn in normal use, all would contribute.
No modifications would be allowed to the unit.
Additional fittings would be put on for connecting to, so that the original fittings do not receive wear and tear.
A transport box would be used to protect the unit while in transit, and to keep instructions and any tools or spare parts together.
The unit must be operated according to the manufacturer's instructions.
The electrical system used to operate the system must be functioning properly.
Allotted times may be traded between users, but if other users have times between the users, their allotted times must be honored.
Users should try to meet halfway when passing the unit to the next person, but it's the current user's responsibility to make sure that the next user receives the unit within a day or two of their scheduled time. If the next user is out of town or otherwise unavailable, they should notify the current holder of the unit of the situation. Being unavailable does not generally entitle a user to an extension of their allotted time.
Modifications or extensions of allotted times between two concurrent users is permitted if both are in agreement, ie, user one may have it for 6 weeks if user two only needs it for two weeks. (assuming one month is the normal allotted time) User three would still get it at the beginning of the third month.
Users would be responsible to report any damage or unusual wear.
Users would be responsible for making sure the unit is fully cleaned inside and out before transfer.
A notification should be sent to all parties when a unit is transferred, damaged, or any pertinent information so that all know the status of the unit.
Well, that's what I've got so far. Anything else any of you can think of??
Let me know if any of you are SERIOUSLY interested. (but it's not a commitment yet)
Thanks, John S-B