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03-23-24, 05:15 PM
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Oh yeah, they hurt. And unlike bees, they keep...

Oh yeah, they hurt. And unlike bees, they keep their stinger and will sting multiple times. A paste of adolfs meat tenderizer and a little water applied to the stings provides good relief quickly; I...
Replies: 9
Views: 121
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Ice and water shield costs in the range of $0.50...

Ice and water shield costs in the range of $0.50 to $1.00+ per square foot, depending on location and brand, and that's just for the material; installation would add to that. Since each roll of the...
03-16-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 83
Posted By CarbideTipped

No way to guess a percentage chance because it...

No way to guess a percentage chance because it depends on how and how well the glass tile was installed. Usually the tile is adhered well enough that it makes a total mess of the underlying...
Replies: 8
Views: 125
Posted By CarbideTipped

If you have to use fluorescent tubes, the easiest...

If you have to use fluorescent tubes, the easiest route might be to use a small 12 VDC to 120 VAC inverter and then use a readily available conventional 120 volt ballast.
03-13-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 172
Posted By CarbideTipped

Usually you can just remove the wire nut, wind...

Usually you can just remove the wire nut, wind the new wire around the bundle in the same direction as it was twisted and reinstall the wire nut. Sometimes you need a larger wire nut. It's easier...
Replies: 4
Views: 118
Posted By CarbideTipped

Another option that might look cool would be to...

Another option that might look cool would be to build a Frank Loyd Wright-ish framework out of wood to support the 3 pieces of art glass in desired location. Greene and Greene or mission style. You...
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Views: 118
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You don't say where you're located but if the...

You don't say where you're located but if the temperature ever drops below the dew point you will get condensation in an unsealed assembly like that.

A sealed window assembly would be filled with...
03-06-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 202
Posted By CarbideTipped

Wow, that's a real DIY special, isn't it! Your...

Wow, that's a real DIY special, isn't it! Your plan is sound. Just mark the cables so you get them back to the correct connections after disconnecting everything. Make sure whoever did that didn't...
03-06-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 87
Posted By CarbideTipped

I agree with PD. I've always avoided premixed...

I agree with PD. I've always avoided premixed grout; you never know how old it is and IMO it is not as strong as regular powdered grout because of the additives they use so it doesn't set in the...
03-03-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 301
Posted By CarbideTipped

Use the smaller screen but go up to the next...

Use the smaller screen but go up to the next larger diameter and use a reducer fitting behind it to connect to the existing pipe. That will ensure you aren't restricting the flow. And like with any...
Replies: 2
Views: 118
Posted By CarbideTipped

I would call that concrete block or cinder block....

I would call that concrete block or cinder block. Look for Double expansion anchors, they usually work well in both the solid and hollow parts of the block because they expand over the whole length...
03-02-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 151
Posted By CarbideTipped

Well it looks like a standard 1 1/4 tailpiece on...

Well it looks like a standard 1 1/4 tailpiece on the current drain, and the new one is likely the same. The putty at the top is not necessary if the drain is installed properly. Just peel the putty...
03-01-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 151
Posted By CarbideTipped

Well, that drain is a bit of a kludge, but...

Well, that drain is a bit of a kludge, but doesn't appear to be leaking so I'd just leave it alone if it's working ok. You don't need to touch the drain to replace the faucet as long as you're not...
02-29-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 459
Posted By CarbideTipped

If the bay window is double hung and not...

If the bay window is double hung and not casement, you could just make a piece of wood to fit under the window. Cut a slot in it to allow the extension cable to fit into the slot. Slip the cord...
Replies: 6
Views: 306
Posted By CarbideTipped

Have you checked the fixture (not the bulb) for...

Have you checked the fixture (not the bulb) for brand/model no? That may lead you to manufacturers info on correct lamp to use. And a picture here of the fixture may help too.

I wonder if you...
Replies: 5
Views: 152
Posted By CarbideTipped

The ignitor assembly on my insert is similar to...

The ignitor assembly on my insert is similar to yours (different brand). It senses the pilot flame by sensing conduction between the sensor (hook shaped rod with the white wire) and ground. When...
Forum: Water Heaters
02-22-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 233
Posted By CarbideTipped

They aren't much harder to install than a...

They aren't much harder to install than a conventional water heater as long as the area where it will be located is open enough to meet the air circulation requirements of the heat pump. Since they...
02-22-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 150
Posted By CarbideTipped

Probably the most common cause of rotten egg...

Probably the most common cause of rotten egg smell in water is reaction of the sulfur in the water with a magnesium anode rod in the water heater. This would generally be noticed at all hot water...
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Views: 371
Posted By CarbideTipped

It's not so much the "dirt" in the oil that makes...

It's not so much the "dirt" in the oil that makes it necessary to change the oil, it's when the oil begins to chemically break down and lose it's ability to provide proper lubrication, or when...
Replies: 1
Views: 106
Posted By CarbideTipped

Nothing will happen. No sparks, no damage. ...

Nothing will happen. No sparks, no damage. Also, no start! If you're worried about it, just ask the mechanic to show you a good spot next time the car is serviced. You can make the last...
02-18-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 303
Posted By CarbideTipped

If you know any woodworkers, it's possible a...

If you know any woodworkers, it's possible a piece (dutchman) could be cut out of the bottom of the seat where it isn't visible and inserted into the top. The piece could be chosen so the grain...
02-16-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 165
Posted By CarbideTipped

In a house that old, it's unlikely you have good...

In a house that old, it's unlikely you have good air sealing between the living area and the attic. Insulation alone does not provide air and moisture sealing. So air and the humidity it carries is...
Replies: 2
Views: 116
Posted By CarbideTipped

Table saw and especially miter saw tend to have...

Table saw and especially miter saw tend to have relatively poor dust collection and require high CFM or air flow to achieve the best results. A dust collector will do a better job than a shop vac,...
02-11-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 149
Posted By CarbideTipped

I assume you mean 6/3 since you need two hots and...

I assume you mean 6/3 since you need two hots and a neutral, plus ground. 6/3 romex will have a 10 ga ground wire and that's sufficient for a 50 amp subpanel.
Replies: 9
Views: 186
Posted By CarbideTipped

BTW, it's not great for the pump to be running if...

BTW, it's not great for the pump to be running if the well level is low. You might consider changing the pressure switch to the type that has a low pressure cutoff. It will shut off the pump if the...
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