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Pick-Up Trucks, Large Passenger and Cargo Vans, Campers, Trailers, RV's and Motor Homes
06-21-20, 04:37 PM
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rv Dometic ac compressor cut off
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pgtek
hi i did not replace the fan cap will check...
hi i did not replace the fan cap will check tomorrow and post model number
thanks
it run now but trip breaker after some run time
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Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks
06-21-20, 06:51 AM
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Deck Joist Help
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hi i would used some cross bridges pieces...
hi
i would used some cross bridges pieces between the joist every 4 feets
then used serf adhesive tape for window seal all along the joist top then lay your boards over should be fine
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rv Dometic ac compressor cut off
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rv Dometic ac compressor cut off
Hi Folks
I have a dometic rv roof ac that works ok for a while then blows hot air.
I check thermostat in rv and works ok
last year replace capacitor
when i start my ac unit works fine blows cold...
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Doors, Skylights and Windows
09-13-19, 07:08 PM
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cut noise traffic
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there both double thermal pane window so that...
there both double thermal pane window
so that make them 4 pane windows
and there used windows bought at a salvage yard
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Doors, Skylights and Windows
09-13-19, 06:44 PM
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cut noise traffic
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Hi Norm He bought 2 complet single hung insert...
Hi Norm
He bought 2 complet single hung insert windows 26x62x4 thick
and want me to sandwish them together to make one window 26x62x8 in thick
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09-13-19, 06:24 PM
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attic storage
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hi 2x8 will be not strong enough 2x10 kild...
hi
2x8 will be not strong enough
2x10 kild dried will span up to 14 feet
or get engineer LVL beam
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Doors, Skylights and Windows
09-13-19, 06:10 PM
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Commercial Door Sagging
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hi the bushing must be worn out call...
hi
the bushing must be worn out
call commercial door installer to replace them
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Doors, Skylights and Windows
09-13-19, 06:07 PM
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cut noise traffic
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cut noise traffic
Hi All
I'm a master carpenter
a customer call me to replace current window with 2 insert windows to cut noise from traffic.
We are up north and get -40 in winter
I said it cant be done to take 2...
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04-08-17, 05:59 PM
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Do I need to pressure wash my new deck build in September before sealing?
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Hi if pt i would wait 1 yr before stain clean...
Hi
if pt i would wait 1 yr before stain clean it with deck wash and let dry then stain
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Anchoring ledger board
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Hi sorry i dont have one it's 6 ft by 3 ft by 3...
Hi sorry i dont have one
it's 6 ft by 3 ft by 3 ft high
he built it with 2x10 frame and 4 4x4 legs 3 ft high at each end and cover with deckboard
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Paneling and Trim
04-08-17, 05:41 PM
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Paint Chipping
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bonder
Hi
had the same problem went to HD and got bonding agent in the paint section and applied it and works fine
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Anchoring ledger board
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Anchoring ledger board
Hi folks
My grandson had his patio door replace by professional and the ledger board of the house was rotten out under the vinyl siding from leak of the patio door they also repair the ledger board....
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Thermostatic Controls
06-23-13, 11:25 AM
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convert duo therm to honeywell RTH111B1016
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convert duo therm to honeywell RTH111B1016
Hi All
I have a trailer that has a duo therm thermostat and would like to convert to honeywell # RTH11B1016.
My duo therm has theses wires connected to screws
+7.5 = Red
cool = Yellow
Furn =...
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Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Climbing, RVing
03-02-13, 08:06 AM
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HD Antenna
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thank you will give it a try and see if better
thank you
will give it a try and see if better
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Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Climbing, RVing
02-28-13, 06:21 PM
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HD Antenna
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HD Antenna
Hi Folks
My rv is park on a campground that's pretty wooded.
My antenna is a windguard crank up type and has problem getting HD channel.
I have a hd converter in my rv but with so much trees...
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Gas and Oil Home Heating Furnaces
09-29-11, 05:21 PM
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can i used gas exaust pipe
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Hi thanks for the replied not sure i know it...
Hi thanks for the replied
not sure i know it over the burner and the flex pipe exit from the side of the house
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Gas and Oil Home Heating Furnaces
09-28-11, 07:57 PM
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can i used gas exaust pipe
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can i used gas exaust pipe
Hi All
My niece has an oil furnace.
The service man installs a flex exhaust pipe from the burner to the outside exhaust vent.
He ran the flex pipe so low that the basement door open half...
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Toilets, Sinks, Showers, Dishwashers, Tubs and Garbage Disposals
05-11-11, 01:07 PM
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dual flush toilet bowl water to low
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dual flush toilet bowl water to low
Hi
i install a new toilet for my daughter and it's a dual flush model 2 button on top
the problem is that the water level inside the toilet bowl is to low
how can i get the water to come up higher?
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Computers, Internet Capable Devices and Peripherals
02-14-11, 06:38 PM
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windows 7 with 2 computers
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windows 7 with 2 computers
Hi All
I have 2 laptop at home and used them both
I want to get windows 7 full version not upgrade can i install windows 7 on both computers without buying 2 copy of windows 7
Thanks
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Carpentry, Cabinetry and Interior Woodworking
05-05-10, 08:31 PM
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Big Six Money Wheel Table?
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pgtek
here how to
Hi
check this site
as for
1. How tall should this table be? 42 inches
2 How to Make a Money Wheel at Home | eHow.com (http://www.ehow.com/how_5013097_make-money-wheel-home.html)
good luck
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Cleaning and Restoration. Plus Mold, Mildew and Stain Removal
04-30-10, 01:50 PM
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polish granite tile countertop
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does not work
Hello
I order the 1000 grit pad and used it on a piece of granite tile
i add water as i was using the buffer pad with the 1000 grit on it at a med speed.
The tile heat up and after a while it made...
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Electrical - AC & DC
04-19-10, 07:40 AM
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what to used 50 amp 0r 60 amp
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what to used 50 amp 0r 60 amp
Hi Alll
i live in Canada and have a new tankless water heater
it recommend 54 amp breaker
I can get a 50 amp or 60 amp :wall:
if 50 amp is ok i will get it and run # 8 wire and have a cutoff...
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Computers, Internet Capable Devices and Peripherals
03-27-10, 08:25 AM
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Gateway mx-6448 no sound device
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pgtek
Hi Thank for the replied. I got the link you...
Hi
Thank for the replied.
I got the link you gave me and try to install the hotfix
it said i had a latest loaded and no need to install it
i got xp service pack 3 install
i have microsoft...
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Computers, Internet Capable Devices and Peripherals
03-26-10, 09:49 PM
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Gateway mx-6448 no sound device
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pgtek
Gateway mx-6448 no sound device
Hi All
I got no sound after reinstalling the recovery disk that came with the laptop.
I went to Gateway to get the audio driver but it still not working
anybody has that laptop and could give me...
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Roofing, Gutters and All Waterproofing Anywhere
03-21-10, 05:53 PM
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Re Roofing questions
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Posted By
pgtek
hi on lower part you will need to install step...
hi
on lower part you will need to install step flashing from the bottom up on each row of shingle.
make sure you add roofing cement along the top of the step flashing then install a wall flasing to...
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