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01-25-21, 02:45 PM
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Finding Used Cars in 2021
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Remlon98
I will take another look at Ebay, it has been...
I will take another look at Ebay, it has been some time since I looked at it. But it would have to be fixed price, I don't see doing auction.
How long since you bought CL/private owner? CL has...
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Computers, Internet Capable Devices and Peripherals
01-20-21, 02:31 PM
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Back-Up New Computer
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334
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badeyeben
THis is from the microsoft web page Create a...
THis is from the microsoft web page
Create a recovery driveWindows 10 Windows 8.1 Windows 7It's a good idea to create a recovery drive. That way, if your PC ever experiences a major issue such as...
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Electrical Power Machinery, AC & DC Hand and Power Tools & Sharpening
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Can someone help me install my circular saw?
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Posted By
XSleeper
Pretty sure you yank that knob out with your...
Pretty sure you yank that knob out with your right hand while applying slight downward pressure on the handle with your left hand. You need to pull that pin out of the hole it is in.
Also, that's...
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Electrical - AC & DC
12-28-20, 04:35 AM
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adding outlet to GFCI circuit in bathroom
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133
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AFJES
dderolph: A couple of thing you may want to...
dderolph:
A couple of thing you may want to consider before going thru with this project of tapping into the existing circuit to run a plug-in space heater. You will limit what else can be plugged...
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2010 Dodge Avenger Troubleshooting Help Needed
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spirittoo
Problem Solved
Wellsir ... my regular mechanic was unable to solved the problem ... he has his suspicions, but told me the car has to go back to the dealer for a diagnosis ... couldn't get the car in until 8 Sept. ...
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Wood, Metal, Plastic Models & Hobbies
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Tonka ricochet rc car powers on but doesn't respond to remote
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Posted By
Pilot Dane
Yea, many cars like that came on separate...
Yea, many cars like that came on separate channels so kids could race against each other. If the transmitter and car got mixed up they won't work together.
No, the microwave will not help but you...
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>Electric< Large Kitchen and Home Appliances
09-16-20, 07:17 AM
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New fridge might not fit under cabinets
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Posted By
Norm201
At first glance this sounds like the proper thing...
At first glance this sounds like the proper thing to do.
So why did I alter my countertop, cabinet and floor? Because todays appliances are getting bigger and sooner or later you will need to buy...
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Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
09-13-20, 08:31 AM
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Mower Will not start when hot
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TimsBoynton
Hello Yes it was a bent thermostat arm....
Hello
Yes it was a bent thermostat arm. fixed that. Then Ran it for 40 minutes and it restarted on first pull.
knew something was up when nothing was touching the auto choke arm. AS per Pic.
...
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Electrical - AC & DC
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Electrical (?) house fire
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Posted By
cwbuff
Here are some pictures of the wire that was under...
Here are some pictures of the wire that was under the metal staple. I pounded these staples about as hard as I could with a 16 oz hammer. What appears to be exposed conductor on the white wire is...
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Indoor and Outdoor Animal Control
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How to keep squirrels out of Hickory Tree
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PAbugman
If the baffle is flared out enough, installed...
If the baffle is flared out enough, installed high enough, it probably would work. However, if there are trees nearby that allow jumping access, then no.
In any case, the hickory nuts are coming...
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Outdoor Gasoline and Electric Powered Equipment and Small Engines
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John Deere 120 - Carb issue
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cheese
Make sure the choke isn't sticking shut, make...
Make sure the choke isn't sticking shut, make sure the oil isn't thinned with gas, and then take the carb apart and pay attention to the needle area. Probably some junk in the needle inlet area at...
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Electrical Power Machinery, AC & DC Hand and Power Tools & Sharpening
08-16-20, 06:16 PM
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Chalk Line
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Tolyn Ironhand
I agree. The fast wind is the way to go.
I agree. The fast wind is the way to go.
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Electrical Power Machinery, AC & DC Hand and Power Tools & Sharpening
08-16-20, 05:25 PM
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Chalk Line
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Posted By
Pilot Dane
Definitely get one where the crank handle is...
Definitely get one where the crank handle is geared so the line reels in faster than you turn the handle. It's a surprising time saver.
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Electrical Power Machinery, AC & DC Hand and Power Tools & Sharpening
08-16-20, 05:00 PM
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Chalk Line
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XSleeper
I've got about 10 chalk lines, of all of them I...
I've got about 10 chalk lines, of all of them I like this one best.
...
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>Electric< Large Kitchen and Home Appliances
08-04-20, 08:07 PM
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Fridgidare LFFH20F3QWC
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Posted By
PJmax
The F vs the L could be something as simple as...
The F vs the L could be something as simple as one model available at Lowes and one at Home Depot. They do that to confuse people trying to price shop.
Looks like a good unit. Uses a mechanical...
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Passenger Cars, Mini Vans, SUV Service and Repairs. (No Trucks)
07-22-20, 01:40 PM
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pickup overheating while towing spare car?
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the_tow_guy
The school of thought there is that there may be...
The school of thought there is that there may be some places in the tranny where a little sludge and dirt is helping keep things sealed up and when you replace the fluid the new fluid (because ATF is...
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Electrical Power Machinery, AC & DC Hand and Power Tools & Sharpening
07-20-20, 09:11 PM
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120V Stapler
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Posted By
XSleeper
Yeah, no need to buy another tool... the PC...
Yeah, no need to buy another tool... the PC should have a wheel under the trigger. That should solve your problem. Usually 80-90 lbs is about right.
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Electrical Power Machinery, AC & DC Hand and Power Tools & Sharpening
07-20-20, 08:29 PM
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120V Stapler
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Posted By
XSleeper
The DuoFast Carpet pro is probably the best...
The DuoFast Carpet pro is probably the best electric stapler for what you are doing. Luan is pretty soft stuff and its known for having soft voids, so occasionally you may still get a few staples...
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Electrical - AC & DC
06-25-20, 07:39 PM
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4/0 Aluminum or 3/0 Copper?
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181
Posted By
PJmax
For that short of a run use copper. You need 3)...
For that short of a run use copper.
You need 3) 3/0's and 1) #4 green
Need white tape for remarking the neutral white if you buy one piece of black cable.
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Pets, Wild and Farm Animals
06-16-20, 07:55 AM
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dog bark
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547
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RhainyC
While I agree the barking can be a real...
While I agree the barking can be a real problem...here's my two bits.
Training-Training-TRAINING. :D
I would not suggest the de-barking surgery unless absolutely necessary to save the dog from...
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Gardening and Horticulture
05-28-20, 01:28 PM
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Tree removal
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252
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Pilot Dane
Call several tree service companies in your area...
Call several tree service companies in your area and get estimates. Since we don't know where you are located, available access to the trees, hazards in the area... it's impossible for us to guess.
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Electrical - AC & DC
05-20-20, 05:36 PM
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How thick is my top plate? Trying to drill through it.
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309
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XSleeper
Normally it would be 3" thick since it's a double...
Normally it would be 3" thick since it's a double top plate... thicker old lumber could be 4".
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Biking and Bicycles
04-19-20, 05:12 AM
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Axle well in frame is rounded out
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759
Posted By
manden
Perhaps a picture or two would help others...
Perhaps a picture or two would help others understand the problem.
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Framing, Flooring and Sub-Flooring
02-08-20, 06:36 AM
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Framing an insulated door header
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256
Posted By
XSleeper
1 1/2 + 1 1/2 + 1 1/2 + 1/2 + 1/2 = 5 1/2. So it...
1 1/2 + 1 1/2 + 1 1/2 + 1/2 + 1/2 = 5 1/2. So it would be the right width. I would stack all 3 2x12s to the interior side of the wall, then put the 1" of insulation on the exterior side of the header.
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Roofing, Gutters and All Waterproofing Anywhere
01-27-20, 05:53 AM
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Roof (rafter) Construction
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789
Posted By
Pilot Dane
I like trusses for the ease of installation. I...
I like trusses for the ease of installation. I am usually working alone and a shop like yours I'd build three walls and leave one end open. I've built an arm for the loader of a tractor so I can...
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