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Are cords evil?
The word "cordless" seems to be so overused these days, it makes me wonder if cords are evil....... Yea, my cordless drill/driver can be handy at times, but my corded drill works just as well, has...
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drill or screw driver
Hi all In this video minute (0:40) the person is using machine to screw. What this machine is? a drill with special head or what? I have a drill but not cord less and i am thinking to use it as a...
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What do you call light socket
What do you call a light socket like those ued in construction sites? They have a white and a black pigtail, about 6", and the socket is surrounded by rubber. I'm using one now, and I can only get an...
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Three way lamp socket
Anyone have a source/brand name for a quality three way light socket?
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Snake kitchen sink too often
Had to call plumber to snake kitchen sink. Looked back in check book-- had it done in FEBRUARY! Each time, plumber said it was grease and ? sludge? That is TOO OFTEN! Never used to need it more than...
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Refrigerator Door Won't Close Properly
I've got a problem with my GE model GTH18EBTZRWW refrigerator compartment door. It won't close completely unless I lift up the door handle. The door's slightly off and the new, hi-efficiency models...
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"strange" Automobile intruder/break-in
I'm in Southern California visiting relatives, and last night my toyota avalon was invaded but nothing was taken! [a camera, cell phone, 2 pistols] but everything was moved around by coincidence[?],...
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Can an aluminum clad patio door be re-cladded?
If the aluminum on the exterior of an aluminum clad sliding patio door is beat up, scratched, etc. can it be replaced? The interior is wood, stained to match the rest of the trim in the room and is in...
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Solid stain cedar siding, spray or brush?
I'm going to paint my house which has cedar siding and trying to decide whether to just use a brush or use a sprayer and back-brush it? Any thoughts? One thing I've noticed in working with the sample...
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roach in dishwasher
How do roaches get in my dishwasher? Around here they're called Palmetto bugs.
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How to square up a pole building on a hill?
I'm planning to build a cabin on poles, and build it into a hillside. At the top of the hill the posts (6x6 treated), will be about 2 feet off the ground. At the bottom of the hill they will be about...
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Installing T11 Siding where the joints meet
I'm building a cabin and plan to use that T11 siding. If you dont know what that is, it's plywood with vertical grooves to make it look like individual boards. In some ways, it's similar to paneling...
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What is used under rebar in concrete?
I recently saw a concrete parking lot being made. This was after hours, so no one was around to ask. They had the forms made, and had rebar placed about every 2 feet in both directions. Under the...
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50% Increase in Pool Chlorine Cost
I went to buy chlorine today. I had been paying $20 for 8 gallons of 12% ($2.50/gallon), today the price jumped to $30 ($3.75/gallon).
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HOME POWER PANEL WITH CONDUCTOR TDD 121-F
I want to install a tdd121-f conductor to my panel in home . I got a prepaid meter and do not want to tamper. Apparently you must use a feed and outlet red wire to fit the conductor. My main feed run...
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