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Hot water heater and recirculator pump
Looks like Home Depot has GE and Lowes has Whirlpool. Both offer 6, 9, 12 year models. I was thinking of getting the 9 year (40 gallon) to be one step above the cheapest. Since I am switching over...
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UK vs USA paint roller frames and covers
I have been looking for a y-shaped or E-frame roller handle for standard 9" roller covers. I have found only one such animal and it is in the UK, the Hamilton Superlight Adjustable Frame #HAMDARM. My...
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Fighting priests?
Yes, Billo, there IS a war on Christmas. Waged by Christians against other Christians.
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Can furnace gas valve solenoids be repaired/replaced?
As a fairly new heating guy, I'd say no. I've never heard of anyone doing coils or solenoids on a furnace gas valve. I have (once) done solenoid coils on a gas dryer valve. Christopher A. Young Learn...
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Odd X-10 Problem: Apparently Solved
Recall the original problem where some modules in the house were not properly responding to command. One of the modules was connected to an extension cord which appears to have had an intermittent...
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Sears, I'll miss the tools
Not exacly Craftsman is a line of tools and lawn and garden equipment controlled by Sears Holdings Corporation; the brand is owned by KCD IP, LLC, a special purpose entity created by Sears Holdings...
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Refrigerator handle and shelf brackets
I've just got a used refrigerator. Sears, made by Kenmore. Came missing the refrig door handle, and the three brackets for the shelves. My parts house wants $29 for the handle, and about $28 each for...
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Floor underlayment
I have an interior apartment hallway I am putting down commercial grade vinyl tile, the old vinyl lasted 50 years, it was glued down with an oil base over a painted floor so snow, excessive water from...
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Ventless gas heaters -- my experience
. Awl -- Apropos of the ahr thread Gas vs. electric range, someone spoke favorably of ventless gas heaters. Some time ago, it was complete news to me that "ventless gas" heaters even existed, as I...
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Good stuff application
I am starting to wrap my metal building. Sheets come together on the corners, and I will use 6" x 6" x 10' 90 degree 26 ga, paintlock flashings. In some places, it will be advantageous to add a caulk...
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OK Everyone, The Definitive Explanation Of Light Bulb Politics
I finally came across a video that explains the incandescent vs CFL debacle. ^_^ http://www.richsoil.com/cfl The adventures of Mr. Stinkypants! Starting off with a career in light bulb engineering,...
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CFLs can catch fire. Murder, death, kill. Your dog, too.
"Compact fluorescent lamps, which will gradually replace traditional incandescent bulbs, are a fire hazard that could burn down your home, experts have warned... when a CFL can no longer produce...
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OT: Very OT. Just a weird question.
I'm sure that all of us have had a deja vu moment at one time or another, after all, it has a name. There is another type of mysterious occurence that probably has a name because I'm sure others may...
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OT - Home Preparedness tip
Local Day After Christmas Sale Idea For Preppers by David Morris on December 26, 2011 I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. Thanks to all who sent me such heartfelt emails and notes. I'm trying to...
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GE JGBP33 stove - remove front glass
While cooking on the stove - GE model JGBP33WEH4 - something spilled over and ran down the front of the stove. It must have gone into the front vents, and ran down behind the front panel of glass....
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