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Swivel adaptor for screw bits
I am looking for a swivel adapter that will allow the turning of screws at an angle. Andy
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credit card networks
I used to read that my debit cards would work at a machine with the Cirrus logo and iirc that logo was also on the card. It was on the card, right? And on the ATM also? But now no cirrus or star or...
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4 years ago
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J B Weld
Used it for the first time. I'll be darned, it worked. Shut off valve for 2nd floor water sprung a small leak. It's directly next to a truss and is useless as the handle cannot even be put on.
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4 years ago
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new metal roof with new gutters - disaster
The obvious real problem here is that you're dealing with an incompetent roofer. It was likely just as easy to do it right. I say likely, because the only reason I can see for doing it wrong would be...
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4 years ago
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Make edges perpendicular
I want to mount this piece of plywood in such a way that it is reasonable removable. I first need to true up the edges of the wood and that is difficult because of it's small size. I have a table saw,...
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4 years ago
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Basic automotive headlight bulbs
[snip] Considering recent cars, one thing I really don't like is touch screens.
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4 years ago
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Part truth and part lies
like this needs to stop. What the heck is the CDC and FDA doing or not doing that allows these situations? However, the article fails to mention that of the patients who have a LEGAL prescription for...
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Safety Tips For Dust Collection System
1. Choose the Right form of Dust Collection System 2. Observe the Work Environment And Surroundings 3. Check Equipment on Regular Basis 4. Always Keep Fire Prevention Materials 5. Focus on Emissions...
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4 years ago
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Cutting roof rafters for a new shed
Hi, I'm having some trouble cutting 2x4 rafters for my shed. Shed overall size is 9'x16', with a roof pitch of 5/12. I have a 2x8 ridge beam along the center. I cut a birdmouth into one 2x4 and it's...
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4 years ago
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OT. Computer controlled
I've been watching a show called How It's Made on the Science Channel. I hear the words "computer controlled" frequently. How in the world did man manage to make anything without computers? The...
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4 years ago
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Glass replacement. Old crank window.
I have 1950s era aluminum 3 pane crank windows in a fishing cabin. I need to replace a pane, but don't see any clips or screws to get the frame apart. There seems to be very thin aluminum flashing...
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4 years ago
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Cutting into a tennis ball
Wow ! I never expected so many responses :-) After reading all of them, and considering we don't have access to the school's shop during summer, and it's too hot in my garage, I wanted a method I...
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4 years ago
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True up small piece of wood
That’s where the skill comes in, holding it flat.
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4 years ago
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