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Routing T&P relief valve pipe of water heater into sump pit
My water heater has a 3/4" copper pipe from the T&P valve extending down about 8" from the floor. I have a sump pit about 5 feet to the left. I wanted to somehow route this discharge pipe into the pit...
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What works as well as DOW scrubbing bubbles, but doesn't clog?
What works as well as DOW scrubbing bubbles, but doesn't clog? This is my second big can of Dow scrubbing bubbles bathtub cleaner that has clogged when almost full. I'm not crazy about the smell and I...
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13 years ago
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Pex pipe and fitting attachment
Just found out that I have going to need to replace a couple of short pipe runs. The destruction involved using conventional materials makes fishable pex look like the better choice. Those sharbites...
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13 years ago
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"waffle" pavers?
Anyone know what I'm talking about? Concrete pavers that look like a waffle, or something open... you can set them in your yard to make a walkway that doesn't get too muddy, but grass still grows up...
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13 years ago
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Replace calking
The videos on the web make it look very easy. All you need is a steady hand. My problem is that I don't have a steady hand. (Want a laugh? You should watch me eat with a fork) I saw this tip on the...
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13 years ago
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Electrozone Valves - Keep or Replace?
I have a 25 year old Burnham boiler (hot water system) with 3/4" piping and Electrozone zone valves (3 valves). It's my understanding that parts are no longer available for my zone valve system. So...
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13 years ago
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Disc tray won't open
Sharp Mini Component System (model CD-C420) When I press the OPEN/CLOSE button, the disc tray doesn't open. How can I open the tray?
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13 years ago
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OT, Little Moos
Want to play oneupmanship with your neighbors? Get a lap-cow or house-cow. Freak out that nosy neighbor with little bovines ruminating in your back yard. ^_^ We help you acquire the perfect domain for...
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13 years ago
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Cutting one granite tile
I'm building a small granite tile (~ quarter inch thick) counter top and need to cut just one (18") tile. I'd rather not rent a tile saw for this. Suggestions? I don't mind this taking some extra...
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13 years ago
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OT: Measurement help- car driver
Have looked but can't find a math or physics NG that will help on this, so turning to the NG that Knows it All. Problem: Looking for a formula that will yield angle of vision subtended by a driver in...
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13 years ago
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Harbor Freight Freebies
A little surprised nobody on here brought it up (that I noticed, anyway), but HF now has and is actually enforcing a minimum purchase to get most of the freebies from the pages of coupons most of us...
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13 years ago
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Simplicity riding mower seat interlock?
Just bought a different house and included with the offer to purchase was the Simplicity riding mower. Closed this week and discovered that he left the battery and a half a tank of gas in the mower....
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13 years ago
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Bostitch Nailgun SB-1850BN (air at trigger, does not cycle)
This thing has less than 20 hours and looks brand new (passed warranty). I contacted Stanley/Bostitch and replaced just about every seal this thing has, including the trigger valve. Using 110psi, I...
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13 years ago
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My 2nd trip to Harbor Freight
I went there intending to buy the multi function power tool (can we just call it a mfpt?) at half price with coupon, a roller seat, full price if I had to, and a couple small items and hopefully a...
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13 years ago
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Cypress
HD has been discontinuing some of their wood products. As a result I now own 105 1x6 8' cypress tongue and groove boards ($1.45 each, was $13). I need some of these to redo my porch and will rip some...
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13 years ago
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