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Repair of Crack in Concrete Foundation Wall

My house ( approx 30 yrs old) has a crack in the concrete foundation wall which allows water to enter the basement when...
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posted by johnareichert
8 comments posted 18yrs posted by johnareichert

Heat tolerance of PVC Sch 40

Can anyone provide me with the heat range tolerance of Sch 40 PVC? I am considering using it as a temporary fix for my...
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posted by afe
10 comments posted 18yrs posted by afe

How to stiffen interior wall with subwoofers

I want to stiffen an interior wall in which I plan to install subwoofers for a home theater. I would like advice on the...
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posted by sargon19552003
20 comments posted 18yrs posted by sargon19552003

Laying bamboo floor

Can anyone tell me what size cleats I should use to lay 5/8" bamboo floor? I read somewhere that I should use 1-1/2" bu...
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posted by geo.nova
0 comments posted 18yrs posted by geo.nova

ELBOWS - seal with sealant or duct tape?

Tried to walk the dog between storms yesterday and got caught in a downpour which yielded unexpected results. I saw som...
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posted by webbrl
38 comments posted 18yrs posted by webbrl

Estimating concrete workability

Is there a quicker way to judge the flowability of redi-mix concrete than a slump test? I have been pouring some of my...
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posted by luv2fly99
24 comments posted 18yrs posted by luv2fly99

Installing drain pipe for rain run-off

I've got to install a drain pipe from a low spot to the street gutter - = about 100 feet. Is there a formula to fig...
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posted by SammyBinSnoozin
10 comments posted 18yrs posted by SammyBinSnoozin

drainfield to outbuilding minimum distance

I want to build a 24x24 free standing shop in my backyard. The only available space is relatively close the the edge of...
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posted by Sandy.Pittendrigh
2 comments posted 18yrs posted by Sandy.Pittendrigh

screwing forms

Hello, Anybody using GRK RSS screws to put forms together? I am thinking of using them on 2x8 1 /18 panels double stack...
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posted by banjofiddle
0 comments posted 18yrs posted by banjofiddle

PT Pine and Sikkens Cetol 1

Looking for advice on the staining and upkeep of PT pine. I am building a gazebo and was wondering how the above produc...
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posted by usenet2XX
0 comments posted 18yrs posted by usenet2XX

Star drill?

X-posted to other relevant group. Before there were concrete drill bits, or electric drills for that matter, small roun...
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posted by willshak
150 comments posted 18yrs posted by willshak

Harbor Freight 3rd Hand Support

Has anyone had experience with the Harbor Freight version of the 3rd Hand Support Bar http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/...
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posted by jerglass
4 comments posted 18yrs posted by jerglass

Free Consultancy

Yes The Ncc Telecom Pvt Ltd Offers the best price of the season, Jus visit us at www.ncc.co.in and inquire... about the...
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posted by addlitncc
0 comments posted 18yrs posted by addlitncc

Before - OR - after

Want to build a basic carport for 2 vehicles. That's no problem for me. My dilemma is when to do sonobuoys for the...
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posted by spamyourself
4 comments posted 18yrs posted by spamyourself