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Portable dishwasher to built-in

We have a built-in Kenmore dishwasher and a Kenmore portable dishwasher. They are virtually the same, except the portab...
2 comments posted 18yrs
posted by montana
2 comments posted 18yrs posted by montana

Weight of propane tank

I know this has come up before, but what is the approximate weight of a full and an empty propane tank like used on out...
12 comments posted 18yrs
posted by hrhofmann
12 comments posted 18yrs posted by hrhofmann

Green liquid from AC electrical plug

The AC plug on an older TV is beginning to leak a green liquid from both prongs. Does anyone know what this could be? Is...
17 comments posted 18yrs
posted by wds
17 comments posted 18yrs posted by wds

In ground pool pump recommendation

I've had a 1-1/2 HP (motor) circulating pump on my in ground pool. It was replaced a little over a year ago and now...
12 comments posted 18yrs
posted by "dryearwood(nospamplse)"
12 comments posted 18yrs posted by "dryearwood(nospamplse)"

New Generator will not start

Hi, was hoping you could help or point me in the right direction. I have a coleman powermate 6250w generator that has b...
29 comments posted 18yrs
posted by ddlld23REMOVE
29 comments posted 18yrs posted by ddlld23REMOVE

oil primer rained on, got soft

I oil primed aluminum gutters about 5 days ago. Yesterday the primer was dry and could not be scratched off with a fing...
3 comments posted 18yrs
posted by rmg9
3 comments posted 18yrs posted by rmg9

When is a Beam Too Long?

Engineers and/or Construction Can anyone tell me what is too long for a beam across two room. The beam is approximately...
5 comments posted 18yrs
posted by pcwebtrax
5 comments posted 18yrs posted by pcwebtrax

Suggestions on buying appliances

I have been pricing things around for appliances and all the prices seem the same. Sears has 20% off now if you buy 3 a...
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posted by theedudenatorREMOVE
14 comments posted 18yrs posted by theedudenatorREMOVE

Cork flooring options or reviews?

I am planning on installing a floating floor of cork (laminate) planks in a lower-level room (concrete slab). I was all...
7 comments posted 18yrs
posted by mkeary
7 comments posted 18yrs posted by mkeary

MOLD/MILDEW IN KITCHEN SINK DRAIN

About 11 months ago, I sprung a leak under my kitchen sink. After close examination, I found the vertical pipe between...
2 comments posted 18yrs
posted by solidgoldZZZ
2 comments posted 18yrs posted by solidgoldZZZ

Repairing stone walk steps

I have a stone walk from the front of my house to the driveway, which has three steps. The stones that form the top ste...
8 comments posted 18yrs
posted by benlotto
8 comments posted 18yrs posted by benlotto

Home electrical circuit dead

The electrical service to my house has a main panel with breaker switches and a sub-panel in the garage with breaker sw...
6 comments posted 18yrs
posted by luke_airig
6 comments posted 18yrs posted by luke_airig

Backyard "Platform"

Our relatively new yard is in transition and we currently have no patio or deck. I would like to assemble something sem...
17 comments posted 18yrs
posted by wayneboatwright
17 comments posted 18yrs posted by wayneboatwright

CAN DOWNSPOUT ELBOWS BE BENT ???

I just picked up a 10 foot length of 2 X 3 downspout, and a couple of "A" & "B" 90 degree elbows. I have to extend one...
6 comments posted 18yrs
posted by solidgoldZZZ
6 comments posted 18yrs posted by solidgoldZZZ