Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover

2007-04-26 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi Max I have just run a new gas line so the BBQ can be fired up again, what meat do you like. The more the merrier, we can even drink some of our Australian Beer. Then we can discuss what to do with the 24 feet of counter top I am removing. Taking into account there will be a large hole where

[BlindHandyMan] Product Recall

2007-04-26 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi All Acer America Corporation Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Acer America Corporation, today announced a voluntary program for the replacement of certain notebook computer lithium-ion

Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover

2007-04-26 Thread Ricque
Hi Ray, What is the substrait laminated with? Richard Justice www.blind-computing.com - Original Message - From: Ray Boyce [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, April 28, 2007 2:36 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover Hi Max I have just run a new

Re: [BlindHandyMan] keep in mind when buying a talking thermostat`

2007-04-26 Thread Brice Mijares
I didn't know I had a 2 stage unit till the service tech told me so. What really pissed me off, was the electrician that I paid to install the thermostat. He'd should have known I had a two stage unit, and the thermostat was a single stage unit. - Original Message - From: Kevin

Re: [BlindHandyMan] keep in mind when buying a talking thermostat`

2007-04-26 Thread Brice Mijares
I really don't know how to respond. All I know is what the technician told me. He also said that on the back of the thermostat itself has some lettering where wires are indicated something like G-1 R-1 Y-1 ETC. The thermostat I have don't have wire lettering for the 2 stage to run the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover

2007-04-26 Thread carl
lol grin can i boro your band saw?? can i come from the uk wil you pay my plane tickets? lol - Original Message - From: Max Robinson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, April 26, 2007 12:22 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover Ray, is that offer

Re: [BlindHandyMan] keep in mind when buying a talking thermostat`

2007-04-26 Thread chiliblindman
Brice, if only your furnace is two stage, it will work fine with a single stage thermostat, or should in most cases for safety. That is designed in for safety so people do not freeze and any therm can operate it. However a two speed unit is a different thing. There is a difference

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Plumbing problems

2007-04-26 Thread rj
It sounds as you are going to have to put another vent in. Why not disconnect the trap from the sink drain and see if that stops the problem. If it does, you might get away with installing a auto vent under the sink. RJ [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: M. Terblanche

Re: [BlindHandyMan] keep in mind when buying a talking thermostat`

2007-04-26 Thread Brice Mijares
Bob, all I can go by is what this tech said, and he said the thermostat was not fully capable of running my unit efficiently. So he put a jumper in that would make it run at the higher speed. If you went to smartwaysolutions.com you'll see there is 2 different talking thermostats offered, one

Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover

2007-04-26 Thread Jo Taliaferro
Ray, As to what to do with your countertop...what's it made of? I can't help unless I know what I'm dealing with. I have some thoughts about the big holes left by the hot plates! Smile!! Oh, I prefer wine, if that's on the menu. Jo and Cookie [EMAIL PROTECTED] To listen to the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover

2007-04-26 Thread carl
lol sure you wud'nt like an ice coald bear grin? - Original Message - From: Jo Taliaferro To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, April 26, 2007 2:40 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover Ray, As to what to do with your countertop...what's it made of? I

[BlindHandyMan] more on the talking thermostat

2007-04-26 Thread Brice Mijares
I just received a reply from smart way solutions on my thermostat dilemma, and here's what he told me. Brice, we are working on a VIP model that should work just fine on your system. If you will remind me in two weeks I will let you know if it is available at that time. We are in the testing and

[BlindHandyMan] Foundation build up!

2007-04-26 Thread Jeff Kisecker
Hi: I am getting a truckload of dirt to build of and to better channel water away from my foundation. Since the house was built, the dirt around the house has settled quite a bit. What I am wondering is, what type of plastic should I put down over the dirt before I put some rock over it? I am

Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover

2007-04-26 Thread Max Robinson
Hi Ray. I very much regret that I am allergic to shrimp. I used to, and still do, love them, but they don't like me. Beef, pork, or chicken, are fine. Never tried goat or sheep. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum

[BlindHandyMan] Pipe Gluing Clamps

2007-04-26 Thread Boyce, Ray
Hi All I have made another set of pipe gluing clamps this time out of 3/4 galvanised pipe, 4 foot 6 inches long so the clamping area is for projects 4 foot wide or smaller. Again the pipe was obtained at no cost and these will last for years and even be handed down to generations to come I

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Foundation build up!

2007-04-26 Thread tunecollector
How far does your overhang extend? What kind of soil does your yard now have? How much of a grade are you going to give the new dirt?How much rain do you get? -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ricque Sent: Thursday, April

Re: [BlindHandyMan] glue remover

2007-04-26 Thread David Ferrin
You know Ray, he'll be serving kangaroo on the barby. David Ferrin Never purchase the first version of anything. This message brought to you by Windows Vista. Smart Computing March 2007 - Original Message - From: Max Robinson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent:

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Foundation build up!

2007-04-26 Thread Jeff Kisecker
Hi: Thanks for the feedback: Answers to your questions: How far does your overhang extend? some areas about a foot, others where there is no rain gutter about six or so inches. What kind of soil does your yard now have? Gumbo and crap. we have really shitty soil.When it is wet, it sticks to

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Foundation build up!

2007-04-26 Thread tunecollector
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Re: [BlindHandyMan] Foundation build up!

2007-04-26 Thread Bill Gallik
I agree with Richard about not using plastic and likewise because of a mold problem. The landscaping fabric should be up to the task for keeping vegetation from rearing up I your rock beds. You might also consider applying salt-laden water onto the rock bed just for insurance because that quack

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Foundation build up!

2007-04-26 Thread Loren buntemeyer
. Thanks for the questions! I was thinking of just some landscaping plastic. Jeff [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ NOD32 (20070426) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com [Non-text portions

[BlindHandyMan] Another question

2007-04-26 Thread Jeff Kisecker
How would I figure the square footage of a triangle? The dimensions are base 12 ft., and each side is 7 ft. This is another area that I am going to put rock in as a low spot in our yard. Thanks, Jeff [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] To listen to the show archives go to

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Foundation build up!

2007-04-26 Thread Jeff Kisecker
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Re: [BlindHandyMan] keep in mind when buying a talking thermostat`

2007-04-26 Thread Kevin Doucet
Hi, If the electrician did not tell you so you were done wrong. Don't know if you have recourse but you might want to look into it. At 03:44 AM 4/26/2007 -0700, you wrote: I didn't know I had a 2 stage unit till the service tech told me so. What really pissed me off, was the electrician that

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Another question

2007-04-26 Thread woodworkingfortheblind
The area is 21.6 square feet. -- Larry Martin Woodworking for the Blind --joining the world of blind wood workers -- Original message -- From: Jeff Kisecker [EMAIL PROTECTED] How would I figure the square footage of a triangle? The dimensions are base 12

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Another question

2007-04-26 Thread Jeff Kisecker
How did you calculate that? Thanks! -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, April 26, 2007 9:51 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Another question The area is 21.6 square

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Another question

2007-04-26 Thread Michael Baldwin
If I did my calculation correct it would be 21.63 square feet area of a triangle A=SQT(P(P-A)(P-B)(P-C)( P=Perimeter/2 A=SQT(13(13-1)(13-7)(13-7)) A=SQT(13*1*6*6) A=SQT(468) A= 21.633307652783935758715327604823 Michael _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Another question

2007-04-26 Thread r yearns
I think you got some replys that are accurate, but I'll add my two cents. Area of a triangle is 1/2 times the base times the height.. You have given two sides and the base. You have to calculate the heights. A perpendiculer dropped from the intersection of the two seven foot sides will