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Small engine starting problem

I need some ideas. It is a Yamaha atv. Battery shows 12.9 volts and turns the engine over fine, but won't start. When I...
14 comments posted 16yrs
posted by ninebal310
14 comments posted 16yrs posted by ninebal310

Odd swimming pool panel setup

I come across a number of pool wiring jobs, where the electricians cut as many corners as possible to keep costs down,...
8 comments posted 16yrs
posted by rbm2
8 comments posted 16yrs posted by rbm2

Leaking roof flashing repair

The back porch leaks water during a particularly heavy rain storm. New shingles were put on about a year ago by a profe...
10 comments posted 16yrs
posted by circe
10 comments posted 16yrs posted by circe

Necessary to replace skylights when re-roofing?

I am looking to get a new roof soon. It is approx 20 years old ( 2 layers on roof now), as well as the 2 skylights. The...
24 comments posted 16yrs
posted by mikepier
24 comments posted 16yrs posted by mikepier

Opinions on Goettl Air Conditioners?

A friend is considering buying a home in the Phoenix that has a 4 year old Goettl air conditioner installed. From havin...
16 comments posted 16yrs
posted by wayneboatwright
16 comments posted 16yrs posted by wayneboatwright

Where to get a Hoody Ring?

I have an old sink held in place by a Hoody Ring (house was built in the 50's). I want to change the vanity top but re-...
1 comments posted 16yrs
posted by ems1412
1 comments posted 16yrs posted by ems1412

Vinyl Fence Post

A friend helped me install a 42 inch vinyl gate and panel. It is 6' tall, and it is a privacy gate which makes it heavi...
7 comments posted 16yrs
posted by katenospam
7 comments posted 16yrs posted by katenospam

impact screwdriver

Harbor Freight sells one of those "tools you put in your toolbox and only get out rarely when all else has failed." It'...
40 comments posted 16yrs
posted by Null
40 comments posted 16yrs posted by Null

leaking refrigerator water dispenser line

the water dispenser on my refrigerator is leaking quite a bit, even though the water supply has been turned off for mon...
5 comments posted 16yrs
posted by kathleenbonelli
5 comments posted 16yrs posted by kathleenbonelli

Support for Kneewall

I built a 6' long x 42" high kneewall between my Diningroom & Kitchen. But if i push on the end of the wall it moves a...
15 comments posted 16yrs
posted by desgnr
15 comments posted 16yrs posted by desgnr

squirrel trap plans

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44 comments posted 16yrs
posted by pittmanpirate
44 comments posted 16yrs posted by pittmanpirate

Humor - Free Clock - For Repair?

Sometimes one gets a giggle from Craigslist. --- begin quote FREE CLOCK I bought this stupid clock on E-Bay for my 86-y...
1 comments posted 16yrs
posted by heybub
1 comments posted 16yrs posted by heybub

Do they make ..........

6" leach field pipe? I have some 4", but need a piece of light 6" for a squirrel trap. Haven't seen it at Lowe's or HD....
18 comments posted 16yrs
posted by pittmanpirate
18 comments posted 16yrs posted by pittmanpirate