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i-95
The news is usually pretty good, but in this case, I've heard reports from more than one source and none quite say how they fixed the I95 overpass in Philadelphia in only 12 days. Am I right that it...
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Restoring damaged kitchen table base
Hi, I received a kitchen table for free. Very sturdy. But the base has some damage that looks maybe like pet damage, i.e. chewing. Can anyone suggest how to patch this up WITHOUT being an eyesore? I...
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Solder - lead free or not?
I find lead free solder very difficult to work with (I bought some by mistake). I see the EU claims to have banned it altogether, yet I can easily buy lead solder ("hobbyist's solder") in the UK. I...
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Leaking shower niche
My niche was leaking water into my wall, here’s a photo of the drywall cut away. They’re going to fix it by caulking over the joint. No doubt that will solve the problem in the short term, based...
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Splicing outdoor extension cords
It's been decades since I did this, but I cut my hedge trimmer cord in two. I've repaired them in the past, usually for a neighbor, in-law, etc. But usually the cut is near the female end of the wire....
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Do I have to bring electric rental car back fully charged?
Do I have to bring a rental car and electric rental car back fully recharged. That would be parallel to filling the gas tank in a gas car but somehow I don't think they would make me do that because...
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OT What-is-it device
At a local auction - some sort of instrument in a wooden crate - I haven't a guess as to what it is - anyone .. ? John T. BOX CRATE & CONTENTS for auction. Online only auction of tools, vintage farm...
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Ashley Furniture Love Seat & Sofa Recall
The LED lighting can overheat leading to a fire. <> (WHTM) — Ashley Furniture recently announced that they are recalling 253,000 Party Time Power Loveseats, Sofas, and Recliners, due to a fire...
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Home EV Charging
Illinois will soon require it in new or remodeled homes. <> I can't imagine what lengths people will go to to avoid a remodel job being under the rules. (The Center Square) – A new law in Illinois...
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Looking for a Bravia mounting bracket
Someone just gave me a bare 55 inch Sony Bravia TV with standard 300x300mm vesa mounting screw holes. I have a heavy low-slung 'stand' with a 200x65mm mounting pattern. (I can't find out if this is a...
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Solar/Wind Are The Champions My Friend
For the first time in history, solar power and wind power have combined for more electricity generation than fossil fuels in the EU. Last month, the two core renewables of the new clean energy era...
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Which kitchen fruits & vegetables can you grow from the pits or seeds?
Which kitchen fruits & vegetables can you grow from the pits or seeds? I had planted a banana and it didn't come up but I just found out why. would they make fruits & vegetables that can't grow...
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Gboard and Win + H
I can't find the thread, but somone suggested Gboard for a cellphone spoken keyboard, and I tried it today. It works great. Just talk and it writes! No misspellings. Thanks again. There are...
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Why do I have a three flue chimney?
I have a gas log fireplace on the main floor and a woodburning fireplace in the basement. There is no second floor. I've never used either but had the chimney inspection done this year. Of course they...
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3D Houses in Texas
I've read some articles about houses that are made from a form of concrete. They're supposed to be cheaper than others. This article talks of some ranging in size of 1574 to 2112 square feet. Prices...
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