RE: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator
How does this program work and how can I learn about it? Thanks. At 02:35 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: I picked up a couple of appliances on Freecycle last year and it was a take it all deal so I ended up with the stove too. I had planned to give it to someone else but a couple of guys saw it outside and knocked on the door to ask if they could have it to salvage. As I had no idea if it really worked I told them it might work and let them take it. So maybe someone will take other appliances in a similar mannor? I am sure that PPL's thing is that they are trying to encourage people to use more efficient appliances, rather than paying for broken ones to be hauled away. Jennifer _ From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 10:17 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator I have no idea. Hope to be able to ask tomorrow. Most recycle places that I know of strip down the product and salvage everything that they can. It does not make sense why it must be in working order. -- From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press mailto:brailleit%40haw.rr.combraill...@haw.rr.com mailto:brailleit%40haw.rr.com Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 11:12 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator Hi Lenny, Any idea what they do with them that would make them require that they be working? Just curious, Betsy At 03:57 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: Well, the old refrigerator that I am recycling through the ppl program almost totally let me down. They are picking it up tomorrow morning. There was a message on my answering machine that it must be plugged in and running. It was running when it was moved outside so I plugged it in tonight and nothing. Here it tripped the gfci outlet. after resetting it did not work just kept tripping the outlet. Just for kicks I plugged it into an outlet from inside not gfci. This time the light came on but nothing else. After toying for a few minutes my son-in-law said hit it. I picked up one end and dropped on the porch and it started running. Plugged it back into the gfci and it it still works. I suspect that a relay was stuck tripping the gfci but not enough to short out the unprotected line. Anyway it is working so I will get my $35 and free removal tomorrow morning. It reminds me of an old Burroughs field engineer who hit the computer main console and it started working, his comment was that they do not pay me to hit it but for knowing where to hit it. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.comhttp://www.LennyM cHugh.comhttp://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterhttp://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemaster http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_ pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 PAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturdayhttp://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahooblindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahoo ! Groups Links [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence
Hi Bob, I either did not give enough information describing what I am confused about or I am so confused that I don't understand your answer. Let me paste the information that confused me along with a link to the page with the information on installing the fence and see if this helps me and you to figure this out. (snip) Adding Fittings to Terminal Posts STEP 1 After concrete footings have been allowed to sufficiently harden, slip the rail end bands and tension bands onto the terminal posts. (Refer to parts list for the description and quantity of fittings that are required for various post types and heights.) The long flat surface of the tension band should face toward the outside of the fence NOTE: Take care not to spread or distort the fittings. STEP 2 Apply all terminal post caps. Terraced Ground Corner post assembly is used at point A to allow fabric to follow terraced contour of ground Very Uneven Ground Corner post assembly is used at points A and B when ground rises or drops more than 15 per 100 linear feet To me it sounds like I might need to use one or another type of Corner post assembly, depending on the raise or fall of the ground. This is what I am confused about. This info is found on page; http://www.lowes.com/cd_Install+a+Chain+Link+Fence_588388906_?cm_cr=Fencing+1.2-_-Web+Activity-_-Fencing+1.2+A6+Activity-_-SC_Fencing_Area6-_-20115_5 At 04:04 AM 9/8/2010, you wrote: You still need the posts to be installed to the same depth as the other posts. So if you have fur feet showing on level ground, that's what you want on the incline. The posts on the incline have to remain plumb, or level up and down. That can be a challenge if you refer to the ground. Using a level, check on two sides of the post, 90 degrees from each other to make sure it is vertical in both directions. The 90 degrees will take the sway or lean out of the post . - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 12:49 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence Hi all, Ok, sorry to change horses mid stream, but, I decided to go with a chain link fence. Lots more expensive, but, I feel it will help the property value stay up. Got it all sussed out, except for one thing. Part of the fence will be going up an incline. I read something on the lowes url about needing to do something different for an end post which is on an incline or decline, but, I did not understand what it said. Can any one shed some light on this situation? Thanks for all the help. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence
Hi all, Ok, sorry to change horses mid stream, but, I decided to go with a chain link fence. Lots more expensive, but, I feel it will help the property value stay up. Got it all sussed out, except for one thing. Part of the fence will be going up an incline. I read something on the lowes url about needing to do something different for an end post which is on an incline or decline, but, I did not understand what it said. Can any one shed some light on this situation? Thanks for all the help.
RE: [BlindHandyMan] home owner insurance
Jennifer, You poor deer! Hope the best for you. You are in a bad situation. At 10:02 PM 9/6/2010, you wrote: Hello Everybody, Well a lot of work was finally accomplished at my house this weekend. It is not everything that needs to be done and some of it still needs some finishing work to make it look pretty, but at least it is not looking derelict anymore. I spoke to my husband over and over about the money and the mortgage and he just acted like I was exaggerating. He finally agreed to do it after we had a big fight and I acted badly, but that is apparently what it took. He put in about 12 hours on Friday, and then even more hours on Saturday, with another long day on Sunday and Monday. He should have left for Baltimore on Monday at noon, but he stayed until later to finish some things up. I plan to start calling some places today and trying to get someone to agree to insure us if we take on a monster deductible or something. My husband insisted he was going to take care of that, but he did not and if I can not get him to do it while he is in the same house with me I do not expect to have any more control from half a country away. He is gone for 5 weeks this time. I do have an unexpected houseguest who will be here for the next couple of months and she will be helping me with finishing up the painting and the like as she needs a place to stay for a while. That is another long story and off topic, but I am glad to have the help. My boys were great too. Even the four year old did some work. We used the Tom Sawyer method and it is amazing what they were willing to do in exchange for a turn with the paint roller. I really appreciate your empathy and support. I do not know what to do to keep my husband involved so these things do not all build up again, but it was good to know that I was not out of line in my expectations either. On the up side, the kids are now in school and my youngest receives all of his therapy at school during school hours except one session at home once a week. This means I have time to get some things done that require concentration and no extra hands in the mix. I had actually already started working on things during the first week of school before the insurance letter turned this into an urgent issue. It would have taken me much longer to do it that way too. I had five other adults in over the weekend who all put in at least one full day, and some of the two days, of free labor. I also have a handy man coming to finish of the living room celling tomorrow. Thanks again. Jennifer _ From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Claudia Sent: Friday, September 03, 2010 3:24 AM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] home owner insurance That's correct; the mortgage company will make sure that you have insurance, as they need to protect their investment, and it's much more costly than your conventional insurance, thus driving up your monthly payment. Claudia - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 7:47 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] home owner insurance Jennifer, Is money a motivator for your husband? I believe you have a mortgage on your home. Mortgage companies won't allow you to go without insurance. Thus, if you can't get your own insurance, the mortgage company will sell you insurance and you won't be happy with how much they will charge you either. So, you are either going to have to spend some money on repairs, or you are going to spend money on very expensive insurance. Sorry to be a downer. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.edu mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5408 (20100830) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5419 (20100902) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator
Hmm, Hopefully they donate them to fellows like me for a beer fridge! smicker How do I sign up? At 10:12 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: Hi Lenny, Any idea what they do with them that would make them require that they be working? Just curious, Betsy At 03:57 PM 9/7/2010, you wrote: Well, the old refrigerator that I am recycling through the ppl program almost totally let me down. They are picking it up tomorrow morning. There was a message on my answering machine that it must be plugged in and running. It was running when it was moved outside so I plugged it in tonight and nothing. Here it tripped the gfci outlet. after resetting it did not work just kept tripping the outlet. Just for kicks I plugged it into an outlet from inside not gfci. This time the light came on but nothing else. After toying for a few minutes my son-in-law said hit it. I picked up one end and dropped on the porch and it started running. Plugged it back into the gfci and it it still works. I suspect that a relay was stuck tripping the gfci but not enough to short out the unprotected line. Anyway it is working so I will get my $35 and free removal tomorrow morning. It reminds me of an old Burroughs field engineer who hit the computer main console and it started working, his comment was that they do not pay me to hit it but for knowing where to hit it. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.comhttp://www.LennyMc Hugh.comhttp://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence
Hi Mike, First welcome to the list. Thanks to you and others who have pointed me to checking for under ground utility concerns. I called and have it scheduled to be marked. At 05:29 PM 9/1/2010, you wrote: Hi, I am somewhat of a newbie to this list, but hello to all. Yes, it would be advisable to check out the risk of punturing an electrical or water cable/pipe. If the metal posts are not too big, a crowbar is a good item to make it easier to get the posts into the ground. Crowbar is the term used in the UK, it is a long metal bar, about 4 foot long with a pointed end at one end and a flat end at the other. After making a hole with the bar, pour some water into the hole. It makes it a lot easier to hammer in a post; this is also true of wooden posts. Some dogs are bad at digging and I have seen some of them dig beneath the fence; so depending on the type of ground, whether it is concrete paved, tar or asphalt, or soil will deternine if you may need to sink the wire into the ground several inches. Hope this helps to start with. Take care, Mike - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:25 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence Hi group, I am looking in to getting a dog. This dog will be for in doors but I want a fenced area for the pet to run and for us to play out in the air. I have an area walled up on two sides, one side the house brick wall and the other side a wood wall of a room addition. I am thinking about having the gate on the wooden wall running along the same plane as the wall, then running the fence at a ninety degree angle to the gate, perpendicular to the brick wall and joining an end fence running perpendicular to the wood wall of the room addition and boxing off the end joining the brick wall to the other ninety degree fence. This will give about a 25 by 50 foot area. As this will not be a big dog, not more than about 30 LBS. this should be enough area, don't you agree? I looked at some mettle fencing, I think it was called welded wire, which looks like it would do the job nicely. Also looked at some mettle fence posts and some wire clamps to attach the fence to the posts. I also have an idea of what to get for the gate and it's fasteners. Now, my concerns are what is involved in putting up the fence? Do I need to have the ground checked by some one to see about water or electrical lines I may puncture with the posts? What tools will I need and what methods do I need to familiarize my self with before starting this project? Thanks for any help you can give. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence
Thanks for the help with method and tools. I have all the tools I need other than a come-a-long and the pole driver. I have a friend which will lend me his pole driver. Do I need to set the corner posts in concrete? At 06:49 PM 9/1/2010, you wrote: That is a fairly easy job to do. You need to call the utility companies in your area and ask about checking for wires of all sorts, water and gas lines. It's a free service unless you wreck one of the lines. Years ago I was putting up some chain link fencing and was trying to drive in the posts. They are nothing more than light gauge metal pipe. Lowes had a tool that dropped down over the pipe and the top end was closed. There are two handles that come out from the sides of this first piece and you hold them. The posts are driven in the ground by lifting this tool up and slamming it down on the post. It's a right heavy tool but it does a great job at driving posts in the ground. And it doesn't destroy the end of the post. In the event you go with chain link, you might consider a come along as well. Doesn't have to be super powerful because you'd wreck something if you went crazy drawing it up. But a couple tons would lend a hand in stretching the chain link sections. Then you'll have your hands free to connect the nuts and bolts. A thirty pound dog won't require the posts be set in concrete other than possibly the posts at the gate. Any sales rep can show you what you need to know about assembly right in the store. Probably going to need a couple half inch or 9/16 wrenches for the nuts and bolts, I recommend the come along, a level that's really about it. Everything else is probably not going to be necessary. However, I'm pretty sure it's against some rule to buy the minimum in tools. I know I'd be ashamed if I did such a terrible deed. So having said that... You probably need a socket set and a set of combination wrenches to put the different parts of the fence together. I'd go for a power auger to set the posts and a small cement mixer to mix the concrete you will use to set the posts. You might want a laser level and an audible level as well because you can't always be sure one is 100% accurate. Good to have an extra to compare with. It's possible you'll need some vise grips in case the sockets and wrenches don't do all you need. This should definitely get your fence up and add to the ever growing collection of tools you need to combat life's situations. And the list will be shorter next time you take on another project that calls for tools. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 4:25 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence Hi group, I am looking in to getting a dog. This dog will be for in doors but I want a fenced area for the pet to run and for us to play out in the air. I have an area walled up on two sides, one side the house brick wall and the other side a wood wall of a room addition. I am thinking about having the gate on the wooden wall running along the same plane as the wall, then running the fence at a ninety degree angle to the gate, perpendicular to the brick wall and joining an end fence running perpendicular to the wood wall of the room addition and boxing off the end joining the brick wall to the other ninety degree fence. This will give about a 25 by 50 foot area. As this will not be a big dog, not more than about 30 LBS. this should be enough area, don't you agree? I looked at some mettle fencing, I think it was called welded wire, which looks like it would do the job nicely. Also looked at some mettle fence posts and some wire clamps to attach the fence to the posts. I also have an idea of what to get for the gate and it's fasteners. Now, my concerns are what is involved in putting up the fence? Do I need to have the ground checked by some one to see about water or electrical lines I may puncture with the posts? What tools will I need and what methods do I need to familiarize my self with before starting this project? Thanks for any help you can give. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Fence post driver
Thanks for this info. At 08:19 PM 9/1/2010, you wrote: This is off the Lowes website. I probably did a lousy job of describing it earlier, so here is what it says. 24in Steel Post Driver with Handles Item #: 92079 | Model #: 070653 $25.97 24in Steel Post Driver with Handles a.. Galvanized steel b.. 24 in length c.. Used for driving posts into the ground Maybe I didn't do such a lousy job earlier... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence
Thanks for this advice. The posts have a flared spade part, which I guess is to give the post more traction, or, grip and I think this sort of post would need a rather large PVC pipe to accommodate it. I do understand your rationale with this idea, I just don't know if it will work with the particular posts I saw. I am still shopping around and might find some posts which will work with this, so, I will keep it in mind. Thanks for this help. At 09:21 PM 9/1/2010, you wrote: You've gotten some very sound advice on this, but I'd like to throw out two additional considerations just because they're things that aren't usually thought of when installing fencing: 1) You may want to consider using PVC pipe for setting your fence posts. The idea here is that you buy some PVC pipe that will allow the posts to fit inside snugly to moderately loosely and set these PVC pipes into concrete base at no more than a couple of inches above ground level. Then you can use these PVC pipes as inserts to hold the fence posts. By doing this, you can readily take down the fence for those unanticipated situations where you say to yourself, Self, wish I had a convenient way to take that darn fence down. I suggest PVC because it is naturally slippery and will allow you to easily slip the constructed fence out and then back in after whatever it was that inspired you to be able to take that fence down in the first place. I know this because I did it when I lived in Wheaton, Illinois. The PVC pieces should be long enough to allow the fence posts to drop down as far as necessary with an inch or two of PVC above ground level. 2) Keep in mind that when you have to do lawn work that grass will happily grow into that fencing. It is incredibly difficult to trim that grass because the weave of the fence likes to eat lawn trimmer strings like Peg Bundy used to love eating Bon-bons. Get yourself some sort of screen to run under the fence weave (from post to post) to prevent that darn grass from ever growing up into the fencing in the first place. I suggest several pieces of vinyl siding; a color that will pleasingly match the fence and home colors. You can then lay a strip of the vinyl siding so that the it will be positioned under the fencing and not one blade of grass will weave itself into your fence. I can remember asking my brother-in-law about what he thought about doing this, he thought I was nuts. That is, until he had seen what I had done. I laid the strip of vinyl siding flat on the ground (having used a hole saw to cut a perfectly round hole to slip over the fence posts). He thought it was a great idea once he saw it. Holland's Person, Bill E-Mail: mailto:BillGallik%40CenturyTel.netbillgal...@centurytel.net - The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] advice putting up a fence
Hi group, I am looking in to getting a dog. This dog will be for in doors but I want a fenced area for the pet to run and for us to play out in the air. I have an area walled up on two sides, one side the house brick wall and the other side a wood wall of a room addition. I am thinking about having the gate on the wooden wall running along the same plane as the wall, then running the fence at a ninety degree angle to the gate, perpendicular to the brick wall and joining an end fence running perpendicular to the wood wall of the room addition and boxing off the end joining the brick wall to the other ninety degree fence. This will give about a 25 by 50 foot area. As this will not be a big dog, not more than about 30 LBS. this should be enough area, don't you agree? I looked at some mettle fencing, I think it was called welded wire, which looks like it would do the job nicely. Also looked at some mettle fence posts and some wire clamps to attach the fence to the posts. I also have an idea of what to get for the gate and it's fasteners. Now, my concerns are what is involved in putting up the fence? Do I need to have the ground checked by some one to see about water or electrical lines I may puncture with the posts? What tools will I need and what methods do I need to familiarize my self with before starting this project? Thanks for any help you can give.
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Beware of that noisy hybrid car
Just put the, HIP, spinners which emit a whistle, on to the weals. Problem solved! Of course you might not know if it is an approaching drive-buy or not. giggle At 07:48 PM 8/27/2010, you wrote: Hi Ray, I have forgotten your age - but - do you happen to remember the 57 Cadillac ElDorado? You could not hear the blamed thing running even in a large garage. Same was true with my 93 Chrysler Salon. It was not as quiet as the Caddy but, in normal traffic you could not hear it ideling until you ran into the hood. Yes, these hybrids are awfully silent but so are a good number of other autos particularly when you add normal traffic sounds. I recall when the radial tires came into common use. If it was the lest bit windy you could not hear a car half a block away unlike the old bias ply tires which always made some sort of noise. We could go back to the time when cars rattled and shook as they made their way down the street that way anyone who was not profoundly deaf would be able to detect their approach. Cy, The Anasazi From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ray Boyce Sent: Friday, August 27, 2010 3:09 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Beware of that noisy hybrid car ONE of the world's quietest cars will use a fake engine noise to help save lives. Toyota has fitted its petrol-electric Prius, the world's best-selling hybrid, with a speaker that emits an artificial sound to help warn pedestrians of its approach. General Motors, Nissan and Lotus are among other car makers set to follow with similar pedestrian-alert systems as the motor industry responds to criticism that hybrids such as the Prius endanger lives, particularly those of the blind. Some safety groups have called hybrids silent killers, and research has shown hybrids are more likely to be involved in low-speed accidents with pedestrians because of their ability to run in virtual silence on battery power alone with the petrol engine switched off. Toyota's Approaching Vehicle Audible System device is mounted inside the Prius's front bumper and makes an exaggerated, synthesised sound of an electric motor up to speeds of about 25 km/h. The company says the system, which costs about $170 in Japan, is under consideration for Australia. Such warning tones are expected to become mandatory for hybrids and electric vehicles in the United States. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] working with quick crete questions
My friend originally put gravel down but the weeds are coming up anyway. Can the landscape fabric be placed over the existing gravel with more on top to hold it down and if so, will this finaly stop the weeds from being a nuisance? At 01:17 AM 8/25/2010, you wrote: If weeds are all you want to get rid of, it might be easier to pick up a roll of landscape fabric. This will let water pass through, but not light. It will smother weeds . You can use the Quikrete but the weeds will have to be removed first. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, August 24, 2010 10:46 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] working with quick crete questions Hi, Don't know if I have the name right but I know some sort of bag concrete is available for making a concrete surface. Asking for a friend who has a raised back porch and has to constantly fight weeds in the spring and summer. He and I were wondering if he pored some concrete if that would do away with his constant fight with weeds under his porch. So, what am I looking for, will it be a fix in this situation and how is it applied? Thanks for your help. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] working with quick crete questions
Hi, Don't know if I have the name right but I know some sort of bag concrete is available for making a concrete surface. Asking for a friend who has a raised back porch and has to constantly fight weeds in the spring and summer. He and I were wondering if he pored some concrete if that would do away with his constant fight with weeds under his porch. So, what am I looking for, will it be a fix in this situation and how is it applied? Thanks for your help.
Re: [BlindHandyMan] My Oreck Upright has Died!
I have an Oric upright and can't find a reset switch. At 12:39 PM 8/22/2010, you wrote: Hi, I do think that this might be the problem. We're not under warranty anymore, so I'll have to call them and ask how much it may be. Our local service center is pretty far away, about an hour's drive in IL, and we're in IN, so I'd have to work out the logistics of that! Claudia - Original Message - From: Rick Hume To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, August 22, 2010 8:08 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] My Oreck Upright has Died! Hello Claudia, I have owned an Oreck unit for years at work. There construction is very simple and straight forward. If you smelled no odors, I am suspicious that the issue may be in the switch. I have found that most repairs can be done by the owner, and your Oreck center will be glad to supply you with the required parts. If you don't have a local center, I'm sure you can order them. The first problem I had with my Oreck was with the switch. A wire broke off it. It just required re-attaching it. I complained that there was no bracket to prevent the cord from pulling on the switch connections, and my local center installed a simple one. I could have just firmly attached the cord to the handle with an electrical tie as well. Their built too well to just throw away. Good luck. - Original Message - From: Claudia To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, August 21, 2010 10:55 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] My Oreck Upright has Died! Hi, After 8 Years, my Oreck upright vacuum has died. I was using it today, feeling so proud of myself because I'd been actually moving the furniture and vacuuming behind it, and all of a sudden, it stopped. I smelled no burning rubber, nothing felt out of the usual. I thought that maybe, I may have inadvertently pulled the cord out of the outlet, but that wasn't the case. I tried it in several outlets of the home, and nothing happened. Guess the motor went out possibly? On another note, I ordered a new Oreck Cannister vac from QVC, and I'm not really liking it. It doesn't seem to pick up as well, as our original cannister vac. And, the pieces don't seem to fit tightly enough because the hose keeps disloding from the unit, or the handle dislodges from the hose. It drives me insane. You may be wondering why we have two Orecks; we bought them as a set, the upright, cannister cordless iron, and we've liked them a great deal. Now, I've been looking online at QVC, and there are several Oreck uprights there, but I just can't figure out which one will be the best. I like the lightweight feature of the Oreck upright, as I have a good deal of house to cover! There is an Oreck set that includes an upright, cannister vac cordless iron, for $549. The premice is that this upright vac is super quiet, but that's a lot of money. The one drawback to our current Oreck upright is that it is loud. What to do, what to do! Claudia Windows Messenger: mailto:cdelreal1973%40sbcglobal.netcdelreal1...@sbcglobal.net Skype: claudiadr10 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5385 (20100821) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5385 (20100821) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5385 (20100821) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] the podcasts are awesome.
Phil, Kevin Doucet here. Would you guyes consider starting back or are you too busy? BTW, how is your work doing? Miss the show. At 10:32 AM 8/24/2010, you wrote: Actually 250 was the last show, Phil. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] convert vcr tapes
I used the Dazzle DVD recorder. Have to fiddle with the settings to get it recording right. If the vidio preview looks ok then the resulting recording will be ok. Takes eyes to be sure. At 04:59 PM 8/7/2010, you wrote: This machine does not have video capture capability. When I had it built I did not see the need. This usb capture device looks like the cheapest way to go. Once they are converted I would have no need for the combo unit. I am leaning towards the $30 unit one review did not recommend it for a 64 bit machine. Since I have win 7 32 bit I do not foresee a problem. I have been wrong too many times before. Just hoping that maybe someone used one of the devices. -- From: Alan Paganelli mailto:alanandsuzanne%40earthlink.netalanandsuza...@earthlink.net Sent: Saturday, August 07, 2010 5:34 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] convert vcr tapes It will depend on how you want to do it. With some, you can connect your VCR's audio out and video out to audio and video in on a computer if your computer is so equipped and assuming of course you have the necessary software, you basically copy the audio and video to your computer's hard drive or to a DVD burner. You can do it also by buying a VCR to DVD burner. This is the easiest way but probably the most expensive. Basically what this machine does and usually can do it with 1 button press, but it will play the video tape and record it directly onto a blank DVD. There is usually some setup involved first but once you set it up, it usually doesn't require much fooling around with. Other machines do only some of the work such as copy the tape to a hard drive. Alan Please click on: http://www.home.earthlink.net/~alanandsuzanne/http://www.home.earthlink.net/~alanandsuzanne/ There, you'll find files of my arrangements and performances played on the Yamaha Tyros keyboard. I often add files so check back regularly! The albums in Technics format formerly on my website are still available upon request. - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh mailto:lmchugh%40verizon.netlmch...@verizon.net To: bhm mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, August 07, 2010 2:20 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] convert vcr tapes My wife was cleaning out the one closet. She has a box full of old vcr tapes. I hate to lose some of them. I read about some usb video capture cables. They ranged in price from $10 to $80. Has anyone used any of these things? There is one tape of a magic show that I did for the MD telethon around 1980 sure would like to preserve that one. From what I read you hook your vcr up to the usb capture device and play the tape. Then take the created file and burn to dvd. Sounds simple enough. Would only take a few hundred hours to do all of them --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.comhttp://www.LennyMcHugh.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturdayhttp://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahooblindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy
Re: [BlindHandyMan] making a cat house
Hi, If you do put carpet, don't use burber! It will unravel from the pulling of the claws. At 03:56 PM 6/28/2010, you wrote: No jokes please! I have a friend who's cat is destroying some of their furniture. I first thought about making a scratching post but the houseidea might be better. The cat could hide inside or sleep on the top. She could scratch the sides as much as she likes and play with a toy on the side. I want to make the top removable for easy cleaning if necessary. the bottom inside will be carpet and probably the top as well. I am not sure if I want round or square holes for the little beast to enter. Since this cat loves to claw would indoor/outdoor carpet work? Also would plywood be ok, or should I use solid wood? On the side I plan to use an old style screen door spring with a toy attached --- Please visit my home page; it is motivational, inspirational and humorous with many resources for the blind. http://www.lennymchugh.com Lenny Please Copy and Paste into New Message to pass along. Use BCC line when addressing. Help stop identity theft. Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Tacumseh engine carbeurator question
You guys need to start it back up! Can I get an amen? At 08:35 AM 6/13/2010, you wrote: Don, if we were still doing the blind handyman show, what a good guest, Phil. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] door bells.
I too am not satisfied with my battery door bells. Aside from the problem I had at first that every time my neighbor used their remote garage door opener it would send me to the side door when no one was there. I often wondered if when I pressed my door bell, whether their garage door, mysteriously, went up. After changing the frequency to overcome that problem, it is not dependable. I, at one point, after about 6 months of use, had to reposition the contacts inside the door bell button, pressing one one way and the other, slightly, another way, to get a good contact. I also find that a person has to deliberately press the button for about a full second to activate it and that just is not the way people use a door bell. At 01:38 AM 5/4/2010, you wrote: It is true that I live in a place with lots of humidity, but the button units did not get wet. Since I did not have a good experience, let's see what others think. Betsy At 08:28 PM 5/3/2010, you wrote: so do you think I should bye one or not Sent from My T-mobile Dash 3g. Julio Morones Keyboardist for Los Pintores De La Cumbia MySpace page for the band www.myspace.com/pintores Nickname Soda-pop Email Address mailto:jmorones%40ca.rr.commailto:jmorones%40ca.rr.comjmoro...@ca.rr.com Skype jmorones03 Klango Sodapop Windows Live Messenger only mailto:jmorones03%40hotmail.commailto:jmoron es03%40hotmail.comjmorone...@hotmail.com Home Phone 323-451-3633 Mobile Phone You can text as well. 323-842-0104 Los Angeles CA [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] door bells.
Bob, What make and model do you have? At 07:27 AM 5/4/2010, you wrote: Battery powered doorbells work just fine. I have had one for at least 8 years now. The batteries last quite a long time and the distance between the units is nice. I can take the unit to my back deck and it works fine from the front door. ...bob [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] list traffic?
Hi, Is the list traffic way off? I only got two emails in the last day approx.
Re: [BlindHandyMan] list traffic?
Well, great. I have just moved my email hosting from one web server to another and was wondering if all went well. Thanks for the Clarification. At 06:35 PM 4/29/2010, you wrote: That's only because nobody has posted is all. There is nothing wrong with the list itself. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com Life is what happens after you have already made other plans. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.comcontac...@kevindoucet.com To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2010 19:26 Subject: [BlindHandyMan] list traffic? Hi, Is the list traffic way off? I only got two emails in the last day approx. Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturdayhttp://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahooblindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] replacing knob on mobile home door
Hi Art, Yes, the latch mechanism did have two screws holding it in. - Original Message - From: Art Rizzino To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 6:28 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] replacing knob on mobile home door Kevin, did the latch mechanism have two screws holding it in? I believe that I have seen mobile home doors that did not have any screws holding the latch in. Also sometimes mobile homes use non standard hardware for many things. Maybe the door is one of the things that uses non standard hardware. Good luck. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, March 28, 2010 11:06 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] replacing knob on mobile home door Hi, A friend wants to replace the door knob on the front door of her mobile home. We took off the old knob and its innards and can't get the new tongue mechanism to fit in to the edge of the door. Seems a mettle sleeve has been inserted in to the round whole in the edge which prevents the new lock mechanism to slide in from the side of the door. Should this mettle sleeve need to be removed and if so, how? Thanks for any help or clarifying questions as I am sure I did not explain it very well. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] replacing knob on mobile home door
Thanks, I will tell her. At 05:51 PM 3/29/2010, you wrote: A lot of parts used in mobile homes can be found at camper supplies. Not many of them use standard parts and there not cheap either. At 11:06 PM 3/28/2010, you wrote: Hi, A friend wants to replace the door knob on the front door of her mobile home. We took off the old knob and its innards and can't get the new tongue mechanism to fit in to the edge of the door. Seems a mettle sleeve has been inserted in to the round whole in the edge which prevents the new lock mechanism to slide in from the side of the door. Should this mettle sleeve need to be removed and if so, how? Thanks for any help or clarifying questions as I am sure I did not explain it very well. Tim trouble Verizon FIOS support tech Never offend people with style when you can offend them with substance. --Sam Brown Blindeudora list owner. To subscribe or info: http://www.freelists.org/webpage/blindeudorahttp://www.freelists.org/webpage/blindeudora [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] replacing knob on mobile home door
Hi, A friend wants to replace the door knob on the front door of her mobile home. We took off the old knob and its innards and can't get the new tongue mechanism to fit in to the edge of the door. Seems a mettle sleeve has been inserted in to the round whole in the edge which prevents the new lock mechanism to slide in from the side of the door. Should this mettle sleeve need to be removed and if so, how? Thanks for any help or clarifying questions as I am sure I did not explain it very well.
Re: [BlindHandyMan] drum stick holder
LOL! forget the tax I would just clip it on Now that's funny. At 02:23 PM 3/26/2010, you wrote: Thanks for all of the great ideas. When we were in Harrisburg there was a music store at the shopping center that we visited. I was shown stick bags from ten dollars up. The one that was recommended was the next one up. It is big enough to carry quite a few sticks and other weapons of choice. It has clips to hang on his snare drum and a nice carrying strap for when he goes to lessons. When the salesman told me that is $19.95 plus tax, I told him to forget the tax I would just clip it on. He still charged me after laughing. The case is black and very well padded. --- Please visit my home page; it is motivational, inspirational and humorous with many resources for the blind. http://www.lennymchugh.com Lenny Please Copy and Paste into New Message to pass along. Use BCC line when addressing. Help stop identity theft. __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 4978 (20100326) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Audio Mixer
It has always been my experience one must mix first. If the mixing is mutually excepted and an enjoyable experience for both then coupling might be the next step. At 08:24 PM 3/26/2010, you wrote: in case no one else answered, do you need to mix, or can you just couple? On Wed, 24 Mar 2010, Edward Przybylek wrote: Hi all, I currently have two sound cards installed in my computer. I'd like to combine the outputs of the two cards so that both cards can be played through a single set of speakers. I'm told the best way to do this is to use an audio mixer. My problem is that I'm beginning to run out of desk space and that's why I'm hoping some really small mixers exist. This is a fairly simple application that requires minimal complexity so I really don't need anything like a professional unit or one that has the capability to perform any and all audio mixing functions. All I need to do is combine two stereo outputs into a single set of speakers while maintaining reasonable sound quality. If anyone knows of a very small and simple mixer that will serve this purpose, I would greatly appreciate hearing about it. Thanks a lot. Take care, Ed Przybylek [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Audio Mixer
You are welcome, Ed. Let us know how it works out. At 12:49 PM 3/25/2010, you wrote: Hi Kevin, This unit should work very nicely. I haven't been able to find size measurements for the mixer but, from the descriptions, it's quite small. I found several new units on eBay for less than $30. Thanks a lot. Take care Ed Przybylek _ From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin Doucet Sent: Wednesday, March 24, 2010 3:05 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Audio Mixer Hi Edward, If I understand that you are using a set of computer speakers which have volume control, this might just be what you want. It is the Behringer MX-400 and sells for just under $50 U.S. You can check it out at the link below; http://www.behringehttp://www.behringe http://www.behringer.com/EN/Products/MX400.aspx r.com/EN/Products/MX400.aspx At 01:23 PM 3/24/2010, you wrote: Hi all, I currently have two sound cards installed in my computer. I'd like to combine the outputs of the two cards so that both cards can be played through a single set of speakers. I'm told the best way to do this is to use an audio mixer. My problem is that I'm beginning to run out of desk space and that's why I'm hoping some really small mixers exist. This is a fairly simple application that requires minimal complexity so I really don't need anything like a professional unit or one that has the capability to perform any and all audio mixing functions. All I need to do is combine two stereo outputs into a single set of speakers while maintaining reasonable sound quality. If anyone knows of a very small and simple mixer that will serve this purpose, I would greatly appreciate hearing about it. Thanks a lot. Take care, Ed Przybylek [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Audio Mixer
Hi Edward, If I understand that you are using a set of computer speakers which have volume control, this might just be what you want. It is the Behringer MX-400 and sells for just under $50 U.S. You can check it out at the link below; http://www.behringer.com/EN/Products/MX400.aspx At 01:23 PM 3/24/2010, you wrote: Hi all, I currently have two sound cards installed in my computer. I'd like to combine the outputs of the two cards so that both cards can be played through a single set of speakers. I'm told the best way to do this is to use an audio mixer. My problem is that I'm beginning to run out of desk space and that's why I'm hoping some really small mixers exist. This is a fairly simple application that requires minimal complexity so I really don't need anything like a professional unit or one that has the capability to perform any and all audio mixing functions. All I need to do is combine two stereo outputs into a single set of speakers while maintaining reasonable sound quality. If anyone knows of a very small and simple mixer that will serve this purpose, I would greatly appreciate hearing about it. Thanks a lot. Take care, Ed Przybylek [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Garbage disposal
Betsy, I am late to this thread, so forgive if I revisit issues. Do I understand you find nothing in the disposal blocking it? At 07:37 PM 3/22/2010, you wrote: Aloha all, I did get hold of a wrench to turn the disposal from the bottom and it does turn but it almost takes 3 men and a baby to move it. It didn't get any easier after turning it several times. RJ, where would I put the socket to turn it from the top? Betsy At 12:48 PM 3/22/2010, you wrote: Get a socket wrench and turn it from the top. - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, March 21, 2010 23:33 Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Garbage disposal There doesn't seem to be anything caught in anything. The hatchet-head looking things turn freely. I'll get a wrench tomorrow to see if I can turn it from the bottom. Betsy At 06:24 AM 3/21/2010, you wrote: Hi, Those blades are to turn without resistant. They direct the food into the cutters. I would bet you will have to loosen the material that is caught in the cutters. U can use a wrench that came with the unit or use a socket that fits the nut inside the unit. by placing it in the insides of the unit. I believe the nut should be turned clockwise. RJ [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Garbage disposal
Ok, Well, my suggestion was to pushed the reset button so I don't know. Sorry! At 06:55 PM 3/23/2010, you wrote: That's correct. I have really looked. I was able to turn it with a wrench in the bottom, but it is extremely stiff. And yes, I pushed the reset button. It just hums. Betsy At 12:53 PM 3/23/2010, you wrote: Betsy, I am late to this thread, so forgive if I revisit issues. Do I understand you find nothing in the disposal blocking it? At 07:37 PM 3/22/2010, you wrote: Aloha all, I did get hold of a wrench to turn the disposal from the bottom and it does turn but it almost takes 3 men and a baby to move it. It didn't get any easier after turning it several times. RJ, where would I put the socket to turn it from the top? Betsy At 12:48 PM 3/22/2010, you wrote: Get a socket wrench and turn it from the top. - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, March 21, 2010 23:33 Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Garbage disposal There doesn't seem to be anything caught in anything. The hatchet-head looking things turn freely. I'll get a wrench tomorrow to see if I can turn it from the bottom. Betsy At 06:24 AM 3/21/2010, you wrote: Hi, Those blades are to turn without resistant. They direct the food into the cutters. I would bet you will have to loosen the material that is caught in the cutters. U can use a wrench that came with the unit or use a socket that fits the nut inside the unit. by placing it in the insides of the unit. I believe the nut should be turned clockwise. RJ [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Garbage disposal
Don't forget supplying the spam! I hear it is the meet of choice in your neck of the woods! At 07:20 PM 3/23/2010, you wrote: YEAH! BABY! Partay in paradise. It's been 25 years since I visited Hawaii so it's about time to go again. Don't worry Betsy, we'll supply the beer, you just need to give us a place to crash. We'll have that garbage disposal in, in like two or three weeks. Yeah, I doubt it will take us more than a month. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail:mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Rent or own, that is the question
Also, tools take our attention away from the woman and they get jell is. At 09:35 PM 3/17/2010, you wrote: On Wed, 17 Mar 2010 20:49:09 -0400you write: What is it with wives and their hate of tools? It's like this, why buy tools when you can buy jewerly or shoes? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] drum stick holder
Hi, Can't give the exact length just now but about 14 to 15 inches is my guess. I have an off-the-shelf stick holder which hangs on the flor tom. The depth of the pouch which holds the sticks and brushes is about 10 inches deep. That leavs several inchs of stick or brush sticking out to quickly grab. hth At 08:27 AM 3/13/2010, you wrote: It has to be about fifty years ago since I played drums but at that time they did differ in thickness and weight, don't remember about length except that brushes were considerably shorter when the brush is retracted. Maybe you want a sort of super long pencil box style to lay them in. If I was Han Solo I'd probably pet my wookie - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh lmch...@verizon.net To: handyman-blind blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, March 13, 2010 7:54 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] drum stick holder Ok, you drummer guys and gals, how long are drum sticks, brushes etc? My grandson is taking drum lessons and has a few sticks laying around the house. I do not know if all drum sticks are the same length. I want to build a drum stick holder for him. What I need to know is about how high this thing should be and an approximate inside dimension. I first thought about some pvc pipe to make this and now decided to get really fancy and make a wooden one. I will later have a few more questions on that. --- Please visit my home page; it is motivational, inspirational and humorous with many resources for the blind. http://www.lennymchugh.com Lenny Please Copy and Paste into New Message to pass along. Use BCC line when addressing. Help stop identity theft. Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links
RE: [BlindHandyMan] FYI - Source for NLS cartridge cable
I don't think they are necessarily proprietary to the unit. If you have a USB extension cable, it would work, but, not the regular USB cable. At 07:33 PM 2/5/2010, you wrote: The cartridge I saw only fit the players. If there are cables for it they are proprietary to the unit. At 06:00 PM 2/5/2010, you wrote: Tom, yep, that's a cartridge. Just treat them like a thumb drive. You will need a cable to go with them. The cable is a standard cable so, unlike the cartridges, the cable can be purchased from an electronics outlet. earlier, Tom Hodges, wrote: John, how do you download to cartridges on a computer? By cartridges, do you mean the thing that plugs into the end of the player, by the handle? It is about the size of a thick credit card with a hole in the end? IÂ’m still wondering if weÂ’re talking avout the same thing. Tom From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of john schwery Sent: Friday, February 05, 2010 9:04 AM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] FYI - Source for NLS cartridge cable Tom, I bought 2 blank cartridges from Independent Living Aids while they still had them in stock. For me, they are much easier to use and I don't have to worry about a thumb drive sticking out of the side of the player. When 2 gig cartridges become available, I may buy those. It is all a matter of personal choice. The drives are cheaper but the cartridges are more convenient. earlier, Tom Hodges, wrote: Never heard them called Thumb drives IÂ’ve heard them called memory sticks. SamÂ’s Club also sells them in a package of about five or six. CanÂ’t remember the price. I down load the book from the website onto my computer, then down load that to the memory stick in my USB port, then unplug the memory stick from the computer and plug it into the digital playerÂ’s USB port, on the right side of the player. I never use the cartridge that can be mailed to you, since the books can be downloaded. Those cartridges are for those without a computer. TheyÂ’re mailed out just like the cassette tapes were mailed. Then, you have to mailed them back when you are finished with them. You canÂ’t use them to re cord anything. From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto :blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Ron Yearns Sent: Thursday, February 04, 2010 6:41 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] FYI - Source for NLS cartridge cable Are you talking what we call thumb drives or zip drives? Is this all compatable? Ron - Original Message - From: Tom Hodges To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, February 04, 2010 5:23 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] FYI - Source for NLS cartridge cable Yes, you can get the cartridges, about as big as the end of your little finger and they fit into the usb port on the side of the player. Staples is where I bought mine, so I know they have them. From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.cblindhandy...@yahoogroups.c om mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of john schwery Sent: Thursday, February 04, 2010 6:14 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] FYI - Source for NLS cartridge cable You can probably get the cable at Staples but not the cartridges. earlier, Tom Hodges, wrote: Go to Staples, the cartridges are about 10 dollars for 2 GB. From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblind
RE: [BlindHandyMan] FYI - Source for NLS cartridge cable
Hi Tom, the cartridge connection in the back of the cartridge area on the NLS player has to be female as the cable to connect a cartridge to a computer has a female connection on the end for the cartridge to fit to. At 04:50 PM 2/6/2010, you wrote: John, you lost me there. What do you mean. The USB slot on the thumb drive is a male connection and the cartridge connection in the back of the cartridge area is also a male connection. From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of john schwery Sent: Saturday, February 06, 2010 11:38 AM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] FYI - Source for NLS cartridge cable Tom, some people have been able to put thumb drives into the cartridge slot. If a thumb drive is long enough, this might be done. earlier, Tom Hodges, wrote: John, Wow! Thanks for the info. I had no idea you could plug a USB cable into the cartridge. I may buy a cartridge some day, depending on the price and amount of memory. IÂ’ll agree with one problem with the new digital player and that is the thumb drive is located on the side where it is very vulnerable to being broken off. Other than that, I love the player. Especially the search features, where it will allow bookmarks, jump by phrases, chapters, etc. Tom, Newport, Kentucky From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto :blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of john schwery Sent: Friday, February 05, 2010 6:00 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] FYI - Source for NLS cartridge cable Tom, yep, that's a cartridge. Just treat them like a thumb drive. You will need a cable to go with them. The cable is a standard cable so, unlike the cartridges, the cable can be purchased from an electronics outlet. earlier, Tom Hodges, wrote: John, how do you download to cartridges on a computer? By cartridges, do you mean the thing that plugs into the end of the player, by the handle? It is about the size of a thick credit card with a hole in the end? IÂ’m still wondering if weÂ’re talking avout the same thing. Tom From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto :blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblind handy...@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of john schwery Sent: Friday, February 05, 2010 9:04 AM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] FYI - Source for NLS cartridge cable Tom, I bought 2 blank cartridges from Independent Living Aids while they still had them in stock. For me, they are much easier to use and I don't have to worry about a thumb drive sticking out of the side of the player. When 2 gig cartridges become available, I may buy those. It is all a matter of personal choice. The drives are cheaper but the cartridges are more convenient. earlier, Tom Hodges, wrote: Never heard them called Thumb drives IÂ’ve heard them called memory sticks. SamÂ’s Club also sells them in a package of about five or six. CanÂ’t remember the price. I down load the book from the website onto my computer, then down load that to the memory stick in my USB port, then unplug the memory stick from the computer and plug it into the digital playerÂ’s USB port, on the right side of the player. I never use the cartridge that can be mailed to you, since the books can be downloaded. Those cartridges are for those without a computer. TheyÂ’re mailed out just like the cassette tapes were mailed. Then, you have to mailed them back when you are finished with them. You canÂ’t use them to re cord anything. From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto :blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.combli mailto:ndhandyman%40yahoogroups.comndhandy...@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblind mailto:handyman%40yahoogroups.comhandy...@yahoogroups.com mailto:handyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] bluebird house question
Oh, I've seen that! That makes perfect sense. I had a mental image of a nail with a head at both ends and I could not figure out how it could be useful. wow Thanks for the clarification. BTW, did you hear the one about the two Cajun carpenters framing up a house? Every other nail or so the first carpenter would take that nail and throw it away. The other carpenter saw him and came over to ask what he was doing throwing away all those nails. The first carpenter replied that those had the heads on the wrong end of the nail and were no good. The second carpenter exclaimed, stupid, those are for the other side of the house! At 10:07 AM 1/29/2010, you wrote: A double headed nail, or sometimes called a scaffold nail, has a head, then slightly behind that, another head. This way you hammer the nail all the way in, until the first head bottoms out, but then you have that second head sticking out so that you can easily pry it back out. Very handy for making cement forms over and over. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail:mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] bluebird house question
huh? what? double headed nails? What the hay is that? At 08:23 PM 1/28/2010, you wrote: not really, they do have a set of plans very similar to the ones that I located. they are going to email them to me tomorrow. The ones that they have are a little shorter than the Audubon society. Will save some wood. When I spoke to the woman in charge she would have no problems with the plans that I located. I also tend to incorporate one thing from the plans that Ray found. By using double headed nails the front panel can easily be removed for cleaning. - Original Message - From: Dale Leavens mailto:dleavens%40puc.netdleav...@puc.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 8:03 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] bluebird house question Does the organization you are making these for have specifications they require be followed? Some of the design may be out of your hands or alternately you may be making something they don't want for what ever reasons. - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 7:18 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] bluebird house question not from what I read. I wish I would have kept that link.They only mentioned making sure that the inside front is rough, that there some vent holes in the sides and drainage holes in the bottom. I think for the vent holes I will use 1/2 inch as I do on my bird house planter. I think I will drill them on an angle to help keep out rain. - Original Message - From: Tom Hodges mailto:tomhodges%40fuse.nettomhod...@fuse.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 6:33 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] bluebird house question What about the outside front surface. Since there is no perch for predators to stand on, don't you need a rough surface for the mom to hold on so she can go in. Also, once the little ones go out, do they need to hold on too the outside front to enter again? -Original Message- From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 5:09 PM To: handyman-blind Subject: [BlindHandyMan] bluebird house question Doing more research, I learned that the front inside board should be rough so the young birds can climb up. It was also stated that exterior grade plywood is a good product to use. Since I am probably going to purchase enough for 20 boxes I most likely will use the plywood. Now what is the best way to rough up the inside of the front panel? I have a wood rasp or I could purchase a few washers to use with my stacked dado cutter and make a bunch of grooves across the boards. Any other ideas? --- Please visit my home page; it is motivational, inspirational and humorous with many resources for the blind. http://www.lennymchugh.comhttp://www.lennymchugh.com Lenny Please Copy and Paste into New Message to pass along. Use BCC line when addressing. Help stop identity theft. Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_phttp://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_p agePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturdayhttp://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahooblindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or
Re: [BlindHandyMan] electrical outlet question
Does a light socket have less juice going to it than an electrical outlet? At 08:36 PM 1/21/2010, you wrote: Dear Jennifer: I would think that your light socket would have enough capacity to run your computer and related equipment, but I would prefer to install a standard outlet in the closet, and if you need the light, I am sure that it would be a fairly simple matter to install both a light socket and an outlet. If this socket is switched by a wall switch, it would be all the more handy. Yours Truly, Clifford Wilson - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2010 9:24 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] electrical outlet question Hello Everyone, I am doing a lot of reorganizing in my home since the flood last week. It has certainly encouraged me in my desire to downsize and declutter. One of the things I have done is to get rid of the giant desk that used to monopolize my dining room and I am planning to set up my computer and all it's accessories inside the closet that is under my stairs. Everything is going to fit nicely, but I am not certain about my best choice for the electrical supply. I could, of course, just run a power strip with a long cord around the corner to the nearest outlet outside the closet. This however creates an unsightly hazard that collects dust and stuff. There is a light socket on the wall, and I have considered getting one of those outlet adapters to screw into that, but I am concerned that it might not be meant to have that much of an electrical draw on it. My third idea is to use the bit on the drill that is used for installing deadbolts and making a small round whole in the wall that is shared with my living room and just plugging it into the outlet there. Lastly, I could have an electrician or some other skilled person install a new outlet in the closet. I want to be safe and use the minimum amount of expense and effort on this. So given that, what are your thoughts please? Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 4795 (20100121) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 4795 (20100121) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Blind Handy Man Room Now OPEN
Hi, I might drop in some times but I would only be able to listen. I don't have a mic. So if you see me and I will not speak, know I am not being rude or shy! At 07:27 PM 1/22/2010, you wrote: Hi All If you would like to chat the blind handy man room on Vip Conduit is now open. So come on over I would like to say good day. Ray [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] cutting an angle
Jewel, Thanks, that is a great idea! I will have to get me 2 pieces of angle aluminum. Unfortunately I will not be able to find angle aluminium in Alabama! ,smile I know better than to even ask for some after my experience of the last week end. I went in to our local Marvins Building Center and asked if they had a length of wood either 1 by 1 inches or 1 by 1 half inches. This person asked me three times to repeat this request. Now, I might have some of my Louisiana Cajun accent left but not that much. Well, I was starting to get irritated so when he said he was just having trouble understanding me and then after one more time he finally got it. He then asked, how long do you want it? I could not help myself. I responded I would want it for a long time, I planned to build something out of it. You should have heard him try, in agonizing detail to explain that he meant how long in feet and inches would I need for the wood to be. I guess I should have not done that but I had decided if he could not understand me I might as well make damn sure he had a reason to be confused. heash! After leaving the store, I asked the person I was with whether that man had already realized that I was blind and was told that they were not sure if he had at that point or not. I asked as I have encountered people that as soon as they realize a blind person is trying to communicate with them, they just freek out. Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can and wisdom to know the difference. At 08:45 PM 1/17/2010, you wrote: Kevin! This is what I do. I have two pieces of angle aluminium 10 inches long by 2 and a quarter wide. When I have established where I want to cut the timber, I clamp the two aluminium guides having the high side of the guides on either side of the cut mark, leaving just the thickness of the saw blade plus room for it to move back and forth. Jewel - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.comcontac...@kevindoucet.com To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, January 18, 2010 3:28 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] cutting an angle Oh, sorry, I did not ask my question right. After I set the angle with the bevel square, I can score the wood so I can feel the line to cut on but what would I use as a guide with only a hand saw or a circle saw? This might not should be giving me such trouble but for some reason it is. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils
Thanks Bob, My brother's unit must have been one of these kind. I think mine is too. At 07:54 AM 1/18/2010, you wrote: Kevin, there are many units that have both sets of coils outside. Most of that type of the one-piece units has a ( 1 ) cover that allows access to the inside of both coils. So your thinking was correct up to a point. There are many split units that have one section outside and the other half of the system inside. ...bob [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] cutting an angle
Ok, Thanks for the info on a sliding bevel square. However, I only have a hand saw and a circular saw Can this sort of angle be cut with either of these tools? If so how? At 08:10 AM 1/17/2010, you wrote: Kevin, I would suggest get a sliding bevel square. That isn't the exact name but will help you get started. Clamp the pieces in place use the bevel square to get the angle you want, transfer that angle to your table saw and cut the wood. earlier, Kevin Doucet, wrote: Hi list, I am about to embark on building a latter stand. This is sort of like shelving but the lowest shelf is the largest and the shelves get progressively smaller as they go up the structure. The two back legs are perpendicular, but, the two front legs connect at an angle necessary to make the desired slant for the shelving structure. It is to look sort of like a latter, but, the back legs of the latter are straight up and down. Also, instead of the front and rear legs sliding past one another, as on a latter, the edges abut at the top. My question is this. First, how do I derive the necessary angles and as I only have a hand saw and a circular saw, how will I cut the correct angles at the floor and at the junction of the perpendicular rear legs and the angled front legs at the top? Hope this made sense? Thanks for your help. John Currently in Ocala, Florida Overcast, 64°F Wind:SSW-210° at 9mph Age is a high price to pay for maturity. Created by Weather Signature v1.31 • http://www.weathersig.comhttp://www.weathersig.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils
Hi Bob, Nah, we both use to live in the Big Easy, or Big Sleazy, but, we both now live in middle Alabama. Transplanted Cajuns! At 12:12 PM 1/17/2010, you wrote: Kevin, where does your brother live? If it is in the south near the gulf and the drain is not completely open, that can happen. bob [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] multipurpose tool
Haha, I do to! At 07:59 PM 1/17/2010, you wrote: Didn't they used to call those Boy Scout knives? I still have one where the bottle opener doubles as a flat or regular screw driver. - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, January 17, 2010 8:28 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] multipurpose tool I own a Gerber as well. I like it very much, but I prefer a Swiss Army knife for the size. Although, I stopped carrying those as well, but recently picked up a UtiliKey from ThinkGeek.com it is quite literally the size of any of the other keys on my key ring. It has a vitiously sharp knife, bottle opener, flat head screw driver and philips screw driver. Good enough for slicing open packages, and opening a beer. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] cutting an angle
At 12:22 AM 1/17/2010, you wrote: Hi list, I am about to embark on building a latter stand. This is sort of like shelving but the lowest shelf is the largest and the shelves get progressively smaller as they go up the structure. The two back legs are perpendicular, but, the two front legs connect at an angle necessary to make the desired slant for the shelving structure. It is to look sort of like a latter, but, the back legs of the latter are straight up and down. Also, instead of the front and rear legs sliding past one another, as on a latter, the edges abut at the top. My question is this. First, how do I derive the necessary angles and as I only have a hand saw and a circular saw, how will I cut the correct angles at the floor and at the junction of the perpendicular rear legs and the angled front legs at the top? Hope this made sense? Thanks for your help. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] cutting an angle
Oh, sorry, I did not ask my question right. After I set the angle with the bevel square, I can score the wood so I can feel the line to cut on but what would I use as a guide with only a hand saw or a circle saw? This might not should be giving me such trouble but for some reason it is. At 08:11 PM 1/17/2010, you wrote: You cut an angle like you cut anything else. Cutting straight across a board is only cutting a 90 degree angle. The bevel is a tool which allows you to capture the angle. You could draw a line if you could see it and follow that with a saw but you would still have to know where to draw the line and it is a sliding bevel gauge or some other method which you use for that. If I was Han Solo I'd probably pet my wookie - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, January 17, 2010 8:47 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] cutting an angle Ok, Thanks for the info on a sliding bevel square. However, I only have a hand saw and a circular saw Can this sort of angle be cut with either of these tools? If so how? At 08:10 AM 1/17/2010, you wrote: Kevin, I would suggest get a sliding bevel square. That isn't the exact name but will help you get started. Clamp the pieces in place use the bevel square to get the angle you want, transfer that angle to your table saw and cut the wood. earlier, Kevin Doucet, wrote: Hi list, I am about to embark on building a latter stand. This is sort of like shelving but the lowest shelf is the largest and the shelves get progressively smaller as they go up the structure. The two back legs are perpendicular, but, the two front legs connect at an angle necessary to make the desired slant for the shelving structure. It is to look sort of like a latter, but, the back legs of the latter are straight up and down. Also, instead of the front and rear legs sliding past one another, as on a latter, the edges abut at the top. My question is this. First, how do I derive the necessary angles and as I only have a hand saw and a circular saw, how will I cut the correct angles at the floor and at the junction of the perpendicular rear legs and the angled front legs at the top? Hope this made sense? Thanks for your help. John Currently in Ocala, Florida Overcast, 64°F Wind:SSW-210° at 9mph Age is a high price to pay for maturity. Created by Weather Signature v1.31 . http://www.weathersig.comhttp://www.weathers ig.comhttp://www.weathersig.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] cutting an angle
At 08:28 PM 1/17/2010, you wrote: Oh, sorry, I did not ask my question right. After I set the angle with the bevel square, I can score the wood so I can feel the line to cut on but what would I use as a guide with only a hand saw or a circle saw? This might not should be giving me such trouble but for some reason it is. At 08:11 PM 1/17/2010, you wrote: You cut an angle like you cut anything else. Cutting straight across a board is only cutting a 90 degree angle. The bevel is a tool which allows you to capture the angle. You could draw a line if you could see it and follow that with a saw but you would still have to know where to draw the line and it is a sliding bevel gauge or some other method which you use for that. If I was Han Solo I'd probably pet my wookie - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, January 17, 2010 8:47 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] cutting an angle Ok, Thanks for the info on a sliding bevel square. However, I only have a hand saw and a circular saw Can this sort of angle be cut with either of these tools? If so how? At 08:10 AM 1/17/2010, you wrote: Kevin, I would suggest get a sliding bevel square. That isn't the exact name but will help you get started. Clamp the pieces in place use the bevel square to get the angle you want, transfer that angle to your table saw and cut the wood. earlier, Kevin Doucet, wrote: Hi list, I am about to embark on building a latter stand. This is sort of like shelving but the lowest shelf is the largest and the shelves get progressively smaller as they go up the structure. The two back legs are perpendicular, but, the two front legs connect at an angle necessary to make the desired slant for the shelving structure. It is to look sort of like a latter, but, the back legs of the latter are straight up and down. Also, instead of the front and rear legs sliding past one another, as on a latter, the edges abut at the top. My question is this. First, how do I derive the necessary angles and as I only have a hand saw and a circular saw, how will I cut the correct angles at the floor and at the junction of the perpendicular rear legs and the angled front legs at the top? Hope this made sense? Thanks for your help. John Currently in Ocala, Florida Overcast, 64°F Wind:SSW-210° at 9mph Age is a high price to pay for maturity. Created by Weather Signature v1.31 . http://www.weathersig.comhttp://www.weath ersig.comhttp://www.weathers ig.comhttp://www.weathersig.comhttp://www.weathersig.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] cutting an angle
Hi list, I am about to embark on building a latter stand. This is sort of like shelving but the lowest shelf is the largest and the shelves get progressively smaller as they go up the structure. The two back legs are perpendicular, but, the two front legs connect at an angle necessary to make the desired slant for the shelving structure. It is to look sort of like a latter, but, the back legs of the latter are straight up and down. Also, instead of the front and rear legs sliding past one another, as on a latter, the edges abut at the top. My question is this. First, how do I derive the necessary angles and as I only have a hand saw and a circular saw, how will I cut the correct angles at the floor and at the junction of the perpendicular rear legs and the angled front legs at the top? Hope this made sense? Thanks for your help.
[BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils
Hi list, I know this is early for the AC season, but, do any of you clean your own coils on the AC unit? If so is this a doable deal for a total and how and what do you use to accomplish this feet?
RE: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils
Hmmm, Definitely worth trying. At 04:57 PM 1/13/2010, you wrote: Kevin, I had a problem with my AC unit keeping up a few summers ago. The repairman came and told me he wouldn't charge me anything if I just cleaned the outside unit myself. He told me to just hose it down by spraying from the outside toward the inside of the unit all the Way around it. He said if that didn't work, he would come back and see if there is another problem. I gave it a good spraying for about 15 minutes and turned it back on. It has been fine ever since. I sprayed it again last year just to keep the dirt from accumulating again. The repair guy told me there is a cleaning agent available that is supposed to help dissolve the dirt, but, that I really didn't need to use it. He said it is available at heat and AC supply stores but they only had it in a large container and you dilute it with water and it is very expensive because there is enough stuff in the bottle to clean a hundred units. Anyway, as I said the hose water alone cleaned it just fine. Hope this helps. Tom Hodges, Newport, Kentucky From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin Doucet Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 4:24 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils Hi list, I know this is early for the AC season, but, do any of you clean your own coils on the AC unit? If so is this a doable deal for a total and how and what do you use to accomplish this feet? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils
I know it would be easy to spray 409 on the outer coyal but How does a person get to the inner coyle? At 05:07 PM 1/13/2010, you wrote: Formula 409 will also work very well. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: mailto:max%40maxsmusicplace.comm...@maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.nethttp://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.nethttp://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.comhttp://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with transistors group send an email to. mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, mailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Tom Hodges mailto:tomhodges%40fuse.nettomhod...@fuse.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 4:57 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils Kevin, I had a problem with my AC unit keeping up a few summers ago. The repairman came and told me he wouldn't charge me anything if I just cleaned the outside unit myself. He told me to just hose it down by spraying from the outside toward the inside of the unit all the Way around it. He said if that didn't work, he would come back and see if there is another problem. I gave it a good spraying for about 15 minutes and turned it back on. It has been fine ever since. I sprayed it again last year just to keep the dirt from accumulating again. The repair guy told me there is a cleaning agent available that is supposed to help dissolve the dirt, but, that I really didn't need to use it. He said it is available at heat and AC supply stores but they only had it in a large container and you dilute it with water and it is very expensive because there is enough stuff in the bottle to clean a hundred units. Anyway, as I said the hose water alone cleaned it just fine. Hope this helps. Tom Hodges, Newport, Kentucky From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin Doucet Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 4:24 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils Hi list, I know this is early for the AC season, but, do any of you clean your own coils on the AC unit? If so is this a doable deal for a total and how and what do you use to accomplish this feet? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturdayhttp://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahooblindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.432 / Virus Database: 270.14.137/2617 - Release Date: 01/12/10 19:35:00 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils
Wholly crap! Really? Is that what happens when you get your unit serviced? At 07:12 PM 1/13/2010, you wrote: In my house I have to take some of the sheet metal ducting apart. It's put together with pop rivets. That's why it has only been done once in 38 years of living here. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: mailto:max%40maxsmusicplace.comm...@maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.nethttp://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.nethttp://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.comhttp://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with transistors group send an email to. mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, mailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.comcontac...@kevindoucet.com To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 5:46 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils I know it would be easy to spray 409 on the outer coyal but How does a person get to the inner coyle? At 05:07 PM 1/13/2010, you wrote: Formula 409 will also work very well. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: mailto:max%40maxsmusicplace.comm...@maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.nethttp://www .funwithtransistors.nethttp://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.nethttp://www.funwithtubes.nethttp://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.comhttp://www.maxsmusicplace.comhttp://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with transistors group send an email to. mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogr oups.commailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, mailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.c ommailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Tom Hodges mailto:tomhodges%40fuse.netmailto:tomhodges%40fuse.nettomhod...@fuse.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 4:57 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils Kevin, I had a problem with my AC unit keeping up a few summers ago. The repairman came and told me he wouldn't charge me anything if I just cleaned the outside unit myself. He told me to just hose it down by spraying from the outside toward the inside of the unit all the Way around it. He said if that didn't work, he would come back and see if there is another problem. I gave it a good spraying for about 15 minutes and turned it back on. It has been fine ever since. I sprayed it again last year just to keep the dirt from accumulating again. The repair guy told me there is a cleaning agent available that is supposed to help dissolve the dirt, but, that I really didn't need to use it. He said it is available at heat and AC supply stores but they only had it in a large container and you dilute it with water and it is very expensive because there is enough stuff in the bottle to clean a hundred units. Anyway, as I said the hose water alone cleaned it just fine. Hope this helps. Tom Hodges, Newport, Kentucky From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin Doucet Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 4:24 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] thinking ahead; cleaning AC coils Hi list, I know this is early for the AC season, but, do any of you clean your own coils on the AC unit? If so is this a doable deal for a total and how and what do you use to accomplish this feet? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp
Re: [BlindHandyMan] question about wood filler
Just to let the list know what I found online. We don't have this neer to home but this sounds like it would fill the bill. EPOXYGATOR® WOOD STICK EPOXY PUTTY is a wood workers go to repair product. Tenacious bonding to wood. Can be drilled, sawed, sanded, drilled and tapped. Repair fine furniture. 4 shades. Sizes available: 2oz (Length 3.5 Inches) 4oz. (Length 7 1/8 Inches) Technical Specs: EpoxyGator® Alumina Stick Two component, ready to use simply by cutting amount desired, kneading by hand to a uniform consistency and apply. Bonds tenaciously to wood. Wood Stick epoxy putty has the same characterizes of wood and cab be used on the interior and exterior. COLORS AVAILABLE: 4 COLORS AVAILABLE Area must be clean and free of oils and dirt. For best results use a wire brush to scratch the surface to ensure proper bonding. If any oil is present, please wash/wipe it away using a solvent or cleaner. Cut the desired amount using a knife. Mix by kneading to a uniform consistency. All our epoxy putty sticks are two component and are conveniently colored. While mixing make sure both colors have blended well. Cooler weather will make the epoxy hard to mix. Simply heat up the epoxy stick until room temperature and use. After mixing, immediately apply within 2 minutes to the area. During the curing phase, material can be smoothed using slight damp fingers. Wash hands with soap and water after use. Pot Life: Approximately 15 minutes depending upon ambient temperature Initial Cure: 15 minutes to harden Full Cure: 60 minutes http://epoxygator.com/ At 04:39 PM 1/5/2010, you wrote: In my admittedly limited experience you can't drill and put screws into filler. I once repaired the leg of a swivel chair. I mean the part where the caster shaft goes in. The wood had broken away around the hole. The previous owner had tried to glue the original pieces back and that lasted about 5 seconds. I bought it off him for 5 dollars. I completely cut away the damaged wood making straight smooth cuts. Then I got a block of the same kind of wood and glued it in place. Then I planed and sanded it down to be smooth and drilled a new hole for the caster shaft. I sold it several years ago for 25 dollars and as far as I know it is still holding together. I didn't take the final step of finishing the added piece to match but it could be done and with care it should be invisible. Your situation is very different than mine because your break is in a highly visible area and on something that must be made to look as good as new. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: mailto:max%40maxsmusicplace.comm...@maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.nethttp://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.nethttp://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.comhttp://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with transistors group send an email to. mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, mailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.comcontac...@kevindoucet.com To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 3:39 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] question about wood filler I think I may have asked the wrong question. This article seems to be talking about wood filler to seal the wood pores. I need to fill in a place whare the wood is broken away and dril a new scrue whole then color that new filled place. At 03:30 PM 1/5/2010, you wrote: Hi Good article on fillers found here. http://www.woodcentral.com/bparticles/filler s.shtmlhttp://www.woodcentral.com/bparticles/fillers.shtmlhttp://www.woodcentral.com/bparticles/fillers.shtml From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailt o:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin Doucet Sent: Wednesday, 6 January 2010 8:18 AM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] question about wood filler Hi list, I have a part of a piano which has a place on the edge of the fall board, part of the piano which closes and covers the keys that has broken away. This is at a screw whole. I will need to build this place up with some sort of wood filler or plastic wood or something then re drill a screw whole. Now this filled in place will be visible when the fall board is raised. So my question, or two questions are; 1. what do I need to fill in this place to be strong enough to drill a pilot whole and put a screw in? 2. Will touch up pencels work to cover the newly replaced surface, allowing I can get the right color
Re: [BlindHandyMan] A Special Happy Birthday
Mine was January third. At 06:28 PM 1/5/2010, you wrote: I wonder how many others have birthdays this time of year. Mine was Dec 24. - Original Message - From: Bob Kennedy mailto:intheshop%40att.netinthes...@att.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 6:43 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] A Special Happy Birthday David, the 11th day of Christmas. We'll do this together, mine is tomorrow. - Original Message - From: Cathy Harris To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 9:24 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] A Special Happy Birthday I know all of us as members of this great list want to wish David Ferrin a Happy Birthday. He celebrating his 21st birthday, todayor not. *smile* Happy Birthday, David!!! C mailto:catharris%40bellsouth.netcathar...@bellsouth.net [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturdayhttp://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahooblindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links __ NOD32 4746 (20100105) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] question about wood filler
Hi list, I have a part of a piano which has a place on the edge of the fall board, part of the piano which closes and covers the keys that has broken away. This is at a screw whole. I will need to build this place up with some sort of wood filler or plastic wood or something then re drill a screw whole. Now this filled in place will be visible when the fall board is raised. So my question, or two questions are; 1. what do I need to fill in this place to be strong enough to drill a pilot whole and put a screw in? 2. Will touch up pencels work to cover the newly replaced surface, allowing I can get the right color of touch up pencel or pencels? I know touch up penceles work on real wood but what about on wood fillers? I am about to run out. I have a ride coming, so, if you can respond quickly I would appreciate it. Thanks.
RE: [BlindHandyMan] question about wood filler
I think I may have asked the wrong question. This article seems to be talking about wood filler to seal the wood pores. I need to fill in a place whare the wood is broken away and dril a new scrue whole then color that new filled place. At 03:30 PM 1/5/2010, you wrote: Hi Good article on fillers found here. http://www.woodcentral.com/bparticles/fillers.shtmlhttp://www.woodcentral.com/bparticles/fillers.shtml From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin Doucet Sent: Wednesday, 6 January 2010 8:18 AM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] question about wood filler Hi list, I have a part of a piano which has a place on the edge of the fall board, part of the piano which closes and covers the keys that has broken away. This is at a screw whole. I will need to build this place up with some sort of wood filler or plastic wood or something then re drill a screw whole. Now this filled in place will be visible when the fall board is raised. So my question, or two questions are; 1. what do I need to fill in this place to be strong enough to drill a pilot whole and put a screw in? 2. Will touch up pencels work to cover the newly replaced surface, allowing I can get the right color of touch up pencel or pencels? I know touch up penceles work on real wood but what about on wood fillers? I am about to run out. I have a ride coming, so, if you can respond quickly I would appreciate it. Thanks. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] toilet supply line exploded
First washing machine hoses now toilet hoses! sheash At 03:33 PM 1/5/2010, you wrote: My daughter has a major mess in her home. The toilet supply line exploded. It is one of the flex lines and is about ten years old. I never saw one explode before. Her dining room had a major rain storm. there is about two inches of the supply line blown away It is a good thing that they were home when it happened. If it would have happened when they were at work I don't think they would have a ceiling to repaint and patch. One of the drywall seams actually washed out. I am wondering if I should replace my flex lines. They are older than hers. --- Please visit my home page; it is motivational, inspirational and humorous with many resources for the blind. http://www.lennymchugh.com Lenny Please Copy and Paste into New Message to pass along. Use BCC line when addressing. Help stop identity theft. Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links
Re: [BlindHandyMan] help cleaning gas logs
hmmm, how to fix that problem? At 08:52 AM 1/2/2010, you wrote: OK at least you have a safety shut off. Which may be where the problem is. If it is not sensing a flame it will turn the gas off. Ron - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, January 01, 2010 11:57 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] help cleaning gas logs Hi Ron, I am not sure of the other questions but when the flame went out the gas did stop. At 09:57 AM 12/30/2009, you wrote: When the flame went out, did the gas shut off automatically? If it didn't and this is a totally manual light and shut off I would not sleep if gas can get into the house. Is a button depressed or held in when lighting this or is it done with a electric switch or even with a wireless remote control? Ron - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 9:42 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] help cleaning gas logs Hi Ron, It worked then some time in the night the flame went out. Don't know about a pilot but after the cleaning of the logs it is working again. This email is another keeper as I also have gas logs and this just might pull my but out of the non-working flames in the future. Again, thanks. At 03:15 PM 12/28/2009, you wrote: Note my ideas are from working on gas furnaces but I doubt there are many differences. Does this thing have any pilot light or thermocouple? Many logs are just hand light with a match but I think some of the newer are spark ignition with a pilot. If it has such, does the burner never light, just some burn or what? You may have a problem with these controls. The thermal couple or flame sensor or sparker are the most likely culperts here. For burner cleaning. The way I have done it is to take a hacksaw blade. Try to pick one that will just fit the groove in the burner and scratch out the carbon and rust. If you need to use one smaller and put sandpaper around it. When all the loose stuff is cut out use compressed air to blow all the loose stuff out.If after this some are burning different than others I would clean the orfices. You will again have to remove the burners and screw the orfices out with a wrench. Then with very fine wire Clean out the goonk from them. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, December 28, 2009 1:48 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] help cleaning gas logs Hi list, my friend's problem with the electrick heat continues but for now they are using gas logs. They are not staying lit and the company they purchass the propain from tells the logs probably need cleaning. What is envolved in cleaning gas logs? Thanks for your help. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Wireless video transmission.
I am not aware of how one downloads programs from either Hulu or direct from the networks. This, however, is something I would like to know about. Can you enlighten me? At 02:40 PM 1/4/2010, you wrote: Hulu or direct from the networks
Re: [BlindHandyMan] help cleaning gas logs
Hi Ron, It worked then some time in the night the flame went out. Don't know about a pilot but after the cleaning of the logs it is working again. This email is another keeper as I also have gas logs and this just might pull my but out of the non-working flames in the future. Again, thanks. At 03:15 PM 12/28/2009, you wrote: Note my ideas are from working on gas furnaces but I doubt there are many differences. Does this thing have any pilot light or thermocouple? Many logs are just hand light with a match but I think some of the newer are spark ignition with a pilot. If it has such, does the burner never light, just some burn or what? You may have a problem with these controls. The thermal couple or flame sensor or sparker are the most likely culperts here. For burner cleaning. The way I have done it is to take a hacksaw blade. Try to pick one that will just fit the groove in the burner and scratch out the carbon and rust. If you need to use one smaller and put sandpaper around it. When all the loose stuff is cut out use compressed air to blow all the loose stuff out.If after this some are burning different than others I would clean the orfices. You will again have to remove the burners and screw the orfices out with a wrench. Then with very fine wire Clean out the goonk from them. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, December 28, 2009 1:48 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] help cleaning gas logs Hi list, my friend's problem with the electrick heat continues but for now they are using gas logs. They are not staying lit and the company they purchass the propain from tells the logs probably need cleaning. What is envolved in cleaning gas logs? Thanks for your help. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] help cleaning gas logs
Hi list, my friend's problem with the electrick heat continues but for now they are using gas logs. They are not staying lit and the company they purchass the propain from tells the logs probably need cleaning. What is envolved in cleaning gas logs? Thanks for your help.
Re: [BlindHandyMan] How do I Clean gas logs
Thanks, Ray for this help. Another keeper for future reference as well as immediate help. At 02:47 PM 12/28/2009, you wrote: Hi I have included a range of questions and answers about gas logs. How Do I Clean Gas Logs? If you desire, a good way to do some light cleaning on gas logs is to brush them with a soft-bristled brush or duster. You should not remove gas logs from the burner or from the fireplace. Scrubbing or using water or other solvents is not advisable, as these can remove the paint and bark texture. If you do brush your gas logs, be sure that they are at room temperature. What Is the Difference Between Vented Gas Logs and Ventless Gas Logs? The primary difference between vented gas logs and ventless gas logs is that ventless gas logs can be operated with the chimney damper closed, which keeps significantly more heat in your home. Ventless gas logs provide warmth before ambiance. Vented gas logs provide a flame that looks more similar to a wood fire flame, but the chimney damper must be opened during operation. Vented gas logs provide a more appealing flame and stronger ambient firelight. Why Buy a Gas Log? Gas logs deliver the warm and cozy ambiance of real fire in the fireplace without all the preparation, maintenance, and cleanup that real wood fires demand. Many people would love to have a real wood fire in the hearth after a long day, but time constraints make all the necessary work quite an ordeal. Gas logs eliminate the hassle. Gas logs provide stunning realism, warmth, ambiance and safety features that will put your mind at ease. Gas logs are also affordable to add to an existing fireplace or to install in ventless versions. You can also use a gas log as a back-up heating source during power failures because they require no electricity. What Type of Fuel Do I Use with Gas Logs? Gas logs are available for use with natural gas or with liquid propane. Natural gas logs are the most popular option and they typically generate more heat than liquid propane gas logs. Propane gas logs are generally used only in places where natural gas is not available. How Do I Get the Right Size Gas Log? You will need to measure your fireplace to get the right size gas log. Check the size of your fireplace, which you can determine by measuring the width, depth, and height. Gas logs should not fit too tightly along the side and back walls. How Much Do Gas Logs Cost to Install? There is no standard cost for installing gas logs. The cost of installing gas logs depends on the market, and varies with the particular job and installer. The degree of difficulty and the amount of time it takes to install the gas line and the gas log are the primary determinants of installation cost. It is highly recommended that you use only professionals who are certified to install gas logs. How Much Do Gas Logs Cost to Operate? The cost of operating gas logs again varies from market to market, depending on the cost of the gas itself. The BTU (British Thermal Unit) output of any given gas log determines how much fuel it will use. Contact your local gas company if you want specific information regarding current gas costs. If you provide them with the BTU information from your gas log, they should be able to calculate the cost of operation. Are the Flames on Gas Logs Adjustable? Whether or not a gas log has adjustable flame depends on the model. Typically, gas logs do not have adjustable flames. Look for rotary control valve options if you want a gas log with adjustable flames. What Are ANSI Standards, and How Do I Know If My Gas Log Meets Them? The ANSI is the American National Standards http://www.ansi.org/http://www.ansi.org/ Institute, and they maintain strict standards for ventless gas logs and many other products. All the products we sell comply with the ANSI Standards for gas logs, standard Z 21.11.2. Can I Burn Wood Along with My Gas Log? No. Never attempt to supplement a gas log fire by adding anything, including wood, to a gas log. This creates additional heat that can damage gas logs and invalidate your warranty. Do I Need a Carbon Monoxide Detector with Gas Logs? Whether you have gas logs in your home or not, you should still have a Carbon Monoxide Detector. All energy sources can produce Carbon Monoxide, which is why a detector is recommended. What Are Some Control and Safety Options for My Gas Log? Control and safety options vary on gas logs. Base models include controls inside the fireplace. These are typically knobs that are turned to ignite the gas logs. Some gas logs can be controlled by remote control or wall switch for convenient operation. Others can be controlled by thermostat or timer to enhance efficiency. Check the details of the gas logs you are interested in to help you decide on the right controls. What Is the Difference Between Standard and See-Through Gas Logs? Standard gas logs are for standard, front-view fireplaces. See-through style gas logs are specifically designed for
[BlindHandyMan] help friend's electrick heat out
Hi, A friend's electrick fernice has stopped working. The unit clicks and starts blowing air when the target temp is raised above the current indoor temp, but, it never gets hot or changes the indoor temp. We have reset all breakers but to no joy. Any ideas as what to try. Thanks for any help!
Re: [BlindHandyMan] help friend's electric heat out
Am I right to think this of which you speak would be for a person versed in the workings of a furnace and not for the lay person? At 03:36 PM 12/25/2009, you wrote: If this just a electric furnace then one of the many relays, sometimes called sequencer in a electric furnace has the magnetic coil or a contact not making. There should be some where on the inner door of the unit a schematic or wiring diagram. There are a number of these as there a number of elements. There is likely circuit breakers in the furnace also. Abad element would likely trip only one of these. The sequencing relays bring the elements on in order rather than all at once which would cause massive current surges. Doing it in stages brings them on in steps that minimizes surges. So a failure in the early stages stops the entire process. Now if you have a heat pump with electric furnace backup it becomes more involved with a two stage thermostat. The heat pump should come on with a minor temperature drop. When it drops more the electric furnace should come on. A thermostat failure could cause a problem. All depends on many things. Really to follow a diagram for the untrained to get anywhere. Ron - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, December 25, 2009 9:40 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] help friend's electrick heat out Hi, A friend's electrick fernice has stopped working. The unit clicks and starts blowing air when the target temp is raised above the current indoor temp, but, it never gets hot or changes the indoor temp. We have reset all breakers but to no joy. Any ideas as what to try. Thanks for any help! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] help friend's electrick heat out
Hmm, this don't sound good. At 11:25 AM 12/25/2009, you wrote: Sounds to me like the heating element is burned out, either that or one of the connecting cables has burned through. If I was Han Solo I'd probably pet my wookie - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, December 25, 2009 10:40 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] help friend's electrick heat out Hi, A friend's electrick fernice has stopped working. The unit clicks and starts blowing air when the target temp is raised above the current indoor temp, but, it never gets hot or changes the indoor temp. We have reset all breakers but to no joy. Any ideas as what to try. Thanks for any help! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] help friend's electric heat out
Ok, I have a volt meter so I will get them to see about a diagram and take it from there. Thanks for your input. At 08:35 PM 12/25/2009, you wrote: I think what I am saying that it is difficult to follow wiring and such without a diagram. If one has a volt meter he can check to see if the coil is getting voltage, check to see if the power is feeding through the contacts of each contactor, relay, sequencer, whichever it is called. Continuity can also be checked on each heating element. I don't think a element is the problem on this since there usually multiple one of these. Being trained on furnaces also gives one the knowledge of what order things are supposed to happen. Called sequence of operation. Knowledge is power. The more you know the easier it is. Being able to use a voltmeter and ohmmeter is just about a must unless one is lucky and sees a wire that has fallen off. And yes that is a highly likely problem. I will stop here before I confuse things too much. Ron - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, December 25, 2009 5:53 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] help friend's electric heat out Am I right to think this of which you speak would be for a person versed in the workings of a furnace and not for the lay person? At 03:36 PM 12/25/2009, you wrote: If this just a electric furnace then one of the many relays, sometimes called sequencer in a electric furnace has the magnetic coil or a contact not making. There should be some where on the inner door of the unit a schematic or wiring diagram. There are a number of these as there a number of elements. There is likely circuit breakers in the furnace also. Abad element would likely trip only one of these. The sequencing relays bring the elements on in order rather than all at once which would cause massive current surges. Doing it in stages brings them on in steps that minimizes surges. So a failure in the early stages stops the entire process. Now if you have a heat pump with electric furnace backup it becomes more involved with a two stage thermostat. The heat pump should come on with a minor temperature drop. When it drops more the electric furnace should come on. A thermostat failure could cause a problem. All depends on many things. Really to follow a diagram for the untrained to get anywhere. Ron - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, December 25, 2009 9:40 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] help friend's electrick heat out Hi, A friend's electrick fernice has stopped working. The unit clicks and starts blowing air when the target temp is raised above the current indoor temp, but, it never gets hot or changes the indoor temp. We have reset all breakers but to no joy. Any ideas as what to try. Thanks for any help! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Music in my shed
Hi Max, Please do let me or us know your findings. I have a home recording studio and tried feeding remote FM radios from an FM transmitter but was not satisfied with the result. This sounds like an alternative to running multi wires to headsets. BTW, if any one is interested, you can hear excerpts from an album of cover tunes I did at www.kevindoucet.com/ At 02:46 PM 12/1/2009, you wrote: I'll turn it down some so it won't be 2 watts. I just need to cover my property not the entire neighborhood. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: mailto:max%40maxsmusicplace.comm...@maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.nethttp://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.nethttp://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.comhttp://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with transistors group send an email to. mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, mailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Tom Fowle mailto:fowle%40ski.orgfo...@ski.org To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 1:48 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Music in my shed Max, that will probably work, since those wide band boosters have to produce a relatively high amount of total power out, many low powered chanels added together with one input gives you one pretty big boom, you may get as much as 2 watts or so out of them. this according to our friend Richard Oehm who works in the TV and cable industries. this is highly illegal in the U.S. where the limit for unlicensed transmitters is a hundred milliwatts. However they gotta catch you and the FCC should have better things to do. Only problem you may have is providing a proper load for the xmitter since it was probably designed for a very low impedance whip antenna. have fun Tom WA6IVG On Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 11:09:10PM -0600, Max Robinson wrote: In the next few months I'm going to play with hanging a TV/FM booster on the C Crain. If it works I'll let everyone know. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: mailto:max%40maxsmusicplace.comm...@maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.nethttp://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.nethttp://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.comhttp://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with transistors group send an email to. mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, mailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Dale Leavens mailto:dleavens%40puc.netdleav...@puc.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 8:12 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Music in my shed Mine does a lot better than that! What I do like about it over others I have used is the sound quality, it doesn't seem to lose the highs or lows say like my satellite car transmitter or the one I have from Radio Shack, brand unknown. It transmits more reliably than the RCA cordless headphones I have too. There is one corner though where it doesn't seem to reach no matter how I alter the antenna. If you know of a better transmitter I would be interested to hear of it. - Original Message - From: Max Robinson To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 8:56 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Music in my shed Don't mess with one of those C Crain transmitters. They have a range of about 10 feet line of sight. About 5 feet through a wall. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: mailto:max%40maxsmusicplace.comm...@maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.nethttp://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.nethttp://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.comhttp://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with transistors group send an email to. mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, mailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: john schwery mailto:jschwery%40embarqmail.comjschw...@embarqmail.com To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent:
Re: [BlindHandyMan] stairwell problem
I always thought that was why they are called throw rugs! Them buggers will throw you if you aint' careful. At 04:33 PM 11/22/2009, you wrote: I thought about that but my concern is that it might get kicked up causing a tripper right at the top of the steps. I will probably take a trip to one of the bigbox stores to check out the tape that Dale talked about. - Original Message - From: Bill Gallik billgal...@centurytel.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 22, 2009 4:23 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] stairwell problem Wouldn't a rubber-backed throw rug help this problem? Bill Gallik billgal...@centurytel.net - Why is it, whether you sit up or sit down, the result is the same? Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links __ NOD32 4628 (20091122) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re: another measuring device:
Why not use a half-round then cut two 1 inch parts off to affix to each end of the half-round in a manner to create a full round dowel instead of cutting a round dowel down? At 04:29 PM 11/19/2009, you wrote: How about using iron pipe. Then you could tap the hole for the screw. It would be heavier though. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: mailto:max%40maxsmusicplace.comm...@maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.nethttp://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.nethttp://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.comhttp://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with transistors group send an email to. mailto:funwithtransistors-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, mailto:funwithtubes-subscribe%40yahoogroups.comfunwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Tom Hodges mailto:tomhodges%40fuse.nettomhod...@fuse.net To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2009 1:30 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Re: another measuring device: Dan. I think the reason for making one side of the dowel flat is to provide room inside the pipe for a nut, so the bolt can screw into the nut to hold the end of the bolt against the dowel. The pvc pipe isn't threaded for that bolt because the plastic threads wouldn't last long. A hole is drilled for the bolt but not threaded. Regards, Tom From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dan Rossi Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2009 1:54 PM To: blindHandyMan Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re: another measuring device: People seem to be getting hung up on the half flat part of this design. Firstly, what is the real reason for the half flat to begin with? Is it just so that the set screw has something flat to rest against? You don't need to do more than slightly flattening one surface to do that. I would think the set screw would hold even on the round surface. If the only reason is so that the inner rod can't fall out of the outer tube, OK, I can kind of see that. But rather than jump through hoops, why don't you rip the inner rod in half, then just glue full chunks on the ends. Or, use a router to flatten one side a bit. With the router, you could keep the ends full round and flatten one side and it seems a lot easier than trying to do it on the table saw. Or, how about this. Use a tube with a larger diameter than the rod. Glue a cap on the working end of the tube with a hole in it the size of the rod. Then attach a chunk of wood to either end of the rod that is the same size as the tube, thus too large to fit through the hole in the cap. Personally, I would prefer a square block on the working end of the rod, rather than just the round rod, that way it would keep the system from rolling. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.ed u mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturdayhttp://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahooblindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.425 / Virus
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Re: another measuring device:
Aha! Another glaring example of why we should read old emails before responding! smile At 07:52 AM 11/20/2009, you wrote: Hi Tom. Sounds like you have a lot of people interested in your clever measuring device. I have a question. Don't they sell half round that would fit into the pipe? If so, you could cut two, one inch pieces off and glue them to the ends to make the ends fully round? I'm sure they sell half round but I don't know what sizes are available. What ever sizes are available, you can probably buy a PVC pipe that will accommodate it. I'm currently using one and a half inch, half round, to duplicate some old interior door casings. Not saying we should use anything that big, but, just saying many half round sizes are available. Regards, Tom H. From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Tom Vos Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2009 8:02 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Re: another measuring device: You've got some good ideas here. The reason for the flat side of the dowel is to allow a nut to fit between the dowel and the pvc. The small bolt I use for a set screw goes through a hold in the pvc, and threads into the nut. When I keep tightening the bolt, it threads through the nut and clamps down on the flat part of the dowel. You could, as you suggest, rid the dowel, and glue half round pieces on the end. That would give the same result. I've noted in an earlier post that you could use a router for this. That might work better, but my router was set up for a different job at the time and I didn't want to change its settings. The idea of a square block sounds good, but my pvc is round. You do want to have the dowel sized so that it won't flop around too much inside the pvc. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.edu mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] two prong to a three prong plug
Thanks RJ, This sounds doable. Also, thanks to all who offered help with this. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of RJ Sent: Monday, July 20, 2009 5:55 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] two prong to a three prong plug Have him use a cheap tester and touch the positive side of the receptacle and the box with the prongs, if it lights up, you have a grounded box. If so, it is a snap to fasten a pig tail to the box and than to the new receptacle. There are other ways to get around this problem, but none of them are up to code. Most of the old wiring has a ground wire that is about 16 gauge, when the ground wire cables first came out. It may have been a 18 gauge, to many years has past and can't remember, for sure. It you look into the old steel boxes you will find two places to put a ground screw. They are across from each other, in the middle of the steel box. and you can bguy the pigtails with the green ground screws at any good electrical outlet. RJ - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, July 20, 2009 18:02 Subject: [BlindHandyMan] two prong to a three prong plug Hi, My brother's house has electric outlets through out his house with only two wholes. No ground on any plug. What is involved to put all new three whole plugs in with the ground? Surely it is not as simple as just replacing the old two whole plugs with the new three whole plugs, right? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.392 / Virus Database: 270.13.21/2252 - Release Date: 07/21/09 05:58:00 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] two prong to a three prong plug
Hi, My brother's house has electric outlets through out his house with only two wholes. No ground on any plug. What is involved to put all new three whole plugs in with the ground? Surely it is not as simple as just replacing the old two whole plugs with the new three whole plugs, right? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Lap Top Crash
Hi, First thing is is it outlook or outlook express. These two programs save data in different places. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Keith Christian Sent: Thursday, July 16, 2009 4:50 PM To: Blind Handyman Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Lap Top Crash Hi, I do apologize if this is too far off the Handiman topic. but I am in a real jam and need some handiman help. My wife's laptop crashed. The hard drive is still good and I need to get the Outlook email messages and their attachments transferred to another computer. Does anyone know the names of the files and their location? I have backed up email to a pst file, but that is after issuing a command to save the file. I am hoping it is possible to do it without the pst file. Can anyone tell me how to do this off list or if you have any other ideas? I appreciate any help. Thanks, Keith [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Analog TV bands on Radio
Nope, they will not! At 09:52 AM 5/28/2009, you wrote: Good question, but I doubt our radios will be able to receive TV digitals signals. - Original Message - From: Dave Mitchell mailto:mitch%40orbitelcom.commi...@orbitelcom.com To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 6:58 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Analog TV bands on Radio Greetings All: If I understand the situation correctly , soon the analog TV bands on my radios will lose their accessibility due to the forthcoming switch to TV all digital broadcasts. If this is correct as stated, is their a gadget or work-around that would continue to give me access to this TV band after the transition to the digital broadcasts? Thanks for the education, Mitch [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_pagePAGE_id=33MMN_position=47:29 Or ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ftp://ftp.acbradio.org/acbradio-archives/handyman/ The Pod Cast address for the Blind Handy Man Show is. http://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturdayhttp://www.acbradio.org/news/xml/podcast.php?pgm=saturday Visit The Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following address: http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/http://www.jaws-users.com/JAWS/handyman/ Visit the archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ If you would like to join the JAWS Users List, then visit the following address for more information: http://www.jaws-users.com/http://www.jaws-users.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: mailto:blindhandyman-help%40yahoogroups.comYahooblindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Please check out my CD on my official web page or on cdbaby. I would appreciate it if you would go and give it a listen, right a review and let me know what you think of it. If you enjoy it, please purchase a copy. My official web page is; www.kevindoucet.com/ The CD Baby page for KEVIN DOUCET, Country Memories is; http://cdbaby.com/cd/kevindoucet Thanks for your support! Kevin Doucet contac...@kevindoucet.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] I have a problem
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Re: [BlindHandyMan] garage door openers
Did you check circuit breakers and or switches which may have been tripped? At 10:25 PM 4/23/2009, you wrote: HI, Does any one know any thing about garage door openers??? My opener today stopped working the motor comes on but the chain does not move.. Looks like the chain and cable are on right but the chain gear just will not turn.. Any ideas?? ROB FROM MINNESOTA [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter
Aha, Great! I feel better. I did not feel like I would have ben able to use the traditional ways of application. The hands have it. smile At 12:28 PM 4/16/2009, you wrote: I use to use this stuff years ago for leaks in my swamp cooler. I use to apply it with my fingers so I could feel where I was actually applying it. I'd drain the swamp cooler and apply it still wet, then I'd turn the valve back on and fill the pan. As far as cleaning my hands, I think I'd take an old rag and get as much off with the rag, then use some hand cleaner. Excellent stuff for stopping leaks. I think I'd buy Henrys in a quart size can. __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter
Ok, sounds like a workable way. Thanks. At 02:55 PM 4/16/2009, you wrote: Hi Kevin, I used a caulc gun and my fingers. The two places that needed to be sealed weren't that large so this seemed like the best way to do it. Take care, Ed From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin Doucet Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2009 11:07 AM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter Hi Ed, What method did you use to apply this to your gutter? IE, roofing trowel, putty knife or caulk gun. Thanks. At 12:38 PM 4/15/2009, you wrote: Hi Bob, I know it's been a long time since you posted this message but I wanted to be sure how well the gutter sealer worked before making any comments. The sealer went up in fairly cold weather in a gutter that was wet. The gutter hasn't leaked since the sealer was applied. I went up on a ladder yesterday to see how the patch looked after several weeks. It looks just as good as the day it was applied. The cold weather and wet surface at the time of application doesn't seem to have been a problem at all. As far as I'm concerned, it's a great product and I know I'll use it again. Thanks for the suggestion. Take care, Ed Przybylek From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yah oogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Bob Kennedy Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 8:07 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter Hey Ed, This is off the Home Depot web site. They don't sell online but it says it's available at the local stores. The brand is Henry, $16.98 for a gallon. 208R Water proofer/leak stopper is the longest lasting, highest quality Wet Patch on the market. It is the best choice to stop or prevent leaks if it is raining during application or to repair leaks under puddled water. 208R sticks to a wet or dry surface, even in freezing temperatures. The rubberized formula typically last 2-3 times longer than its un-rubberized competitors. a.. Seals chimneys, skylights, turbines, roof vents, gutters, A-C unites, etc. b.. Repairs shingles, roll roofing, valleys, splits, cracks, raised edges, etc. c.. Use to seal or repair anywhere else on your roof where there is the possibility of leaks d.. SBS rubber modified formula = excellent flexibility and long life e.. Use with yellow Henry 183 Repair Fabric for professional results f.. Apply with roofing trowel, putty knife or caulk gun g.. Coverage: Approximately 17 linear feet per 11 oz tube h.. MFG Brand Name : Henry i.. MFG Model # : HE208R142 j.. MFG Part # : HE208R142 k.. Product Longevity : Varies Specifications a.. Color / Finish : Black b.. Container Size : 1 Gallon c.. Container Type : Metal d.. Energy Star Compliant : No - Original Message - From: Edward Przybylek To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yah oogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 4:14 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter Hey Bob, I've never heard of this stuff but I'll definitely take a look at it at Home Depot. Here, though, is what might be considered a dumb question. In your message you say it can go on wet or dry. By this, do you mean it comes in a dry state and it can be mixed with some kind of liquid if one would prefer to use it wet? Or, do you mean it can be used on a wet or dry surface? The only roofing I've ever done is seal some loose shingles with a tar compound so please forgive my ignorance. Take care, Ed Przybylek From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yah oogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandym an%40yahoogroups.cblindhandy...@yahoogroups.c om mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Bob Kennedy Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 3:35 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yah oogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter Ed, You can get a can of wet dry sealer like they use on roofs. I think it will go on down to 40 degrees. Just like its name says it can go on wet or dry. Just use a putty knife to spread it out
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter
Hi Ed, What method did you use to apply this to your gutter? IE, roofing trowel, putty knife or caulk gun. Thanks. At 12:38 PM 4/15/2009, you wrote: Hi Bob, I know it's been a long time since you posted this message but I wanted to be sure how well the gutter sealer worked before making any comments. The sealer went up in fairly cold weather in a gutter that was wet. The gutter hasn't leaked since the sealer was applied. I went up on a ladder yesterday to see how the patch looked after several weeks. It looks just as good as the day it was applied. The cold weather and wet surface at the time of application doesn't seem to have been a problem at all. As far as I'm concerned, it's a great product and I know I'll use it again. Thanks for the suggestion. Take care, Ed Przybylek From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Bob Kennedy Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 8:07 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter Hey Ed, This is off the Home Depot web site. They don't sell online but it says it's available at the local stores. The brand is Henry, $16.98 for a gallon. 208R Water proofer/leak stopper is the longest lasting, highest quality Wet Patch on the market. It is the best choice to stop or prevent leaks if it is raining during application or to repair leaks under puddled water. 208R sticks to a wet or dry surface, even in freezing temperatures. The rubberized formula typically last 2-3 times longer than its un-rubberized competitors. a.. Seals chimneys, skylights, turbines, roof vents, gutters, A-C unites, etc. b.. Repairs shingles, roll roofing, valleys, splits, cracks, raised edges, etc. c.. Use to seal or repair anywhere else on your roof where there is the possibility of leaks d.. SBS rubber modified formula = excellent flexibility and long life e.. Use with yellow Henry 183 Repair Fabric for professional results f.. Apply with roofing trowel, putty knife or caulk gun g.. Coverage: Approximately 17 linear feet per 11 oz tube h.. MFG Brand Name : Henry i.. MFG Model # : HE208R142 j.. MFG Part # : HE208R142 k.. Product Longevity : Varies Specifications a.. Color / Finish : Black b.. Container Size : 1 Gallon c.. Container Type : Metal d.. Energy Star Compliant : No - Original Message - From: Edward Przybylek To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 4:14 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter Hey Bob, I've never heard of this stuff but I'll definitely take a look at it at Home Depot. Here, though, is what might be considered a dumb question. In your message you say it can go on wet or dry. By this, do you mean it comes in a dry state and it can be mixed with some kind of liquid if one would prefer to use it wet? Or, do you mean it can be used on a wet or dry surface? The only roofing I've ever done is seal some loose shingles with a tar compound so please forgive my ignorance. Take care, Ed Przybylek From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Bob Kennedy Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 3:35 PM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter Ed, You can get a can of wet dry sealer like they use on roofs. I think it will go on down to 40 degrees. Just like its name says it can go on wet or dry. Just use a putty knife to spread it out. It's been a long time since I had to check on cold weather sealers so you may do well to ask the folks at Lowes or Home Depot what will work in the cold. If all else fails you can carry a heat gun up the latter and heat the gutter so you can apply gutter caulk. Just heat from underneath the gutter and it will warm up enough for it to work. I've done that before. I know it's a pain to carry a heat gun up the latter and keep track of the cord. Take a bucket and put a coat hanger around the handle. Then you can put everything in the bucket and carry that up the latter. You can twist the hanger around a rung on the latter making a kind of tool box. - Original Message - From: Edward Przybylek To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 2:36 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Sealing A Gutter Hi all, A drip has developed at a place where two gutters on my roof come together at a right angle. The water drips onto a sidewalk and freezes when the weather gets cold enough. This presents a real hazard to people walking down the
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Well, could have been but I also ware steal reinforced panty hose. smicker At 11:55 PM 4/8/2009, you wrote: I still reckon it was a fugitive wire from one of your bras! What do the rest of you think? - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, April 09, 2009 12:11 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] victory washing machine woes! Hi list, I sent this to a list member, but, I wanted to also reply to the list to let all you good folks that helped me know my saga is now resolved. Thanks for all the input. It is saved for future use. I have been very busy and haven't had time to report but I got my washing machine fixed today. A friend came over and looked in the tub and found a screw that fell out of my jeans pocket and got lodged in a whole in the bottom of the tup ware water is suppose to drain and it locked the entire thing up. It was so berried, I don't think I would ever have found it. All the taking apart I did was for nothing but I had a lovely time putting it all back together and I washed a load and it works fine now. Now I know more about the innerds of my washing machine than I ever thought I would have. grins I tell you, I have never enjoyed washing clothes as much as I have tonight, ever before in my life! smile It is true, you don't know what you've got till it's gone. Again, thanks to all of you who helped me with ideas with this problem. Kevin [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
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Grin. At 04:40 AM 4/9/2009, you wrote: Might have been that screw everyone said was loose. - Original Message - From: Dale Leavens To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, April 09, 2009 12:55 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] victory washing machine woes! I still reckon it was a fugitive wire from one of your bras! What do the rest of you think? - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, April 09, 2009 12:11 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] victory washing machine woes! Hi list, I sent this to a list member, but, I wanted to also reply to the list to let all you good folks that helped me know my saga is now resolved. Thanks for all the input. It is saved for future use. I have been very busy and haven't had time to report but I got my washing machine fixed today. A friend came over and looked in the tub and found a screw that fell out of my jeans pocket and got lodged in a whole in the bottom of the tup ware water is suppose to drain and it locked the entire thing up. It was so berried, I don't think I would ever have found it. All the taking apart I did was for nothing but I had a lovely time putting it all back together and I washed a load and it works fine now. Now I know more about the innerds of my washing machine than I ever thought I would have. grins I tell you, I have never enjoyed washing clothes as much as I have tonight, ever before in my life! smile It is true, you don't know what you've got till it's gone. Again, thanks to all of you who helped me with ideas with this problem. Kevin [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine
Hi Rob and list, Just so happened I have been very busy and haven't had time to report but I got it fixed today. A friend came over and looked in the tub and found a screw that fell out of my jeans pocket and got lodged in a whole in the bottom of the tup ware water is suppose to drain and it locked the entire thing up. It was so berried, I don't think I would ever have found it. All the taking apart I did was for nothing but I had a lovely time putting it all back together and I washed a load and it works fine now. Now I know more about the innerds of my washing machine than I ever thought I would have. grins I tell you, I have never enjoyed washing clothes as much as I have tonight, ever before in my life! smile It is true, you don't know what you've got till it's gone. HTH At 10:05 PM 4/8/2009, you wrote: HI, Just wondering if the guy that had the washing machine problem got it fix?? Just happen I have a machine that is doing same thing.. So I would interested how he came out... ROB FROM MINNESOTA [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
[BlindHandyMan] victory washing machine woes!
Hi list, I sent this to a list member, but, I wanted to also reply to the list to let all you good folks that helped me know my saga is now resolved. Thanks for all the input. It is saved for future use. I have been very busy and haven't had time to report but I got my washing machine fixed today. A friend came over and looked in the tub and found a screw that fell out of my jeans pocket and got lodged in a whole in the bottom of the tup ware water is suppose to drain and it locked the entire thing up. It was so berried, I don't think I would ever have found it. All the taking apart I did was for nothing but I had a lovely time putting it all back together and I washed a load and it works fine now. Now I know more about the innerds of my washing machine than I ever thought I would have. grins I tell you, I have never enjoyed washing clothes as much as I have tonight, ever before in my life! smile It is true, you don't know what you've got till it's gone. Again, thanks to all of you who helped me with ideas with this problem. Kevin
[BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes
Hi list, My washing machine just made a loud squealing noise. When I went to stop it I smelt smoke. For safety sake, I also unplugged it. It was on the first empty cycle just after wash. Nothing is cought or hung up in the tub. Neither the adjitater or the tub will turn by hand. The wash watter is not completely out of the tub. So, thrill seakers, first, how can I drain it and then what may be wrong and how do I get access to the workings of the washer and what do I look for? Thanks for any help. Way out of my legue here.
Re: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes
You know, I don't remember. I will see if I can get some eyes on it soon. At 01:56 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: what brand is this machine - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 2:30 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes Hi list, My washing machine just made a loud squealing noise. When I went to stop it I smelt smoke. For safety sake, I also unplugged it. It was on the first empty cycle just after wash. Nothing is cought or hung up in the tub. Neither the adjitater or the tub will turn by hand. The wash watter is not completely out of the tub. So, thrill seakers, first, how can I drain it and then what may be wrong and how do I get access to the workings of the washer and what do I look for? Thanks for any help. Way out of my legue here. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes
Ok, I got the water out of the tub and have the exhaust line and the hot and cold water supply hoses drained and disconnected. What am I going to encounter trying to get to the belt? At 02:03 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: Hi I think you should first get the water out of the machine, this you can do with a peace of hose pipe that is filled with water, you put the one end in the tub, and lower the other end into a bucket, just make shore that the outside end is lower than the water inside the machine. I got a suspicion that thee belt climbed off the pulley. Philip Theron Piano tuner Piano Music House Tel.: [021] 948 6995 Cell: [083] 635 6349 Fax: [021] 949 8650 Email: mailto:philip%40isales.co.zaphi...@isales.co.za www.pianomusichouse.co.za - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 8:30 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes Hi list, My washing machine just made a loud squealing noise. When I went to stop it I smelt smoke. For safety sake, I also unplugged it. It was on the first empty cycle just after wash. Nothing is cought or hung up in the tub. Neither the adjitater or the tub will turn by hand. The wash watter is not completely out of the tub. So, thrill seakers, first, how can I drain it and then what may be wrong and how do I get access to the workings of the washer and what do I look for? Thanks for any help. Way out of my legue here. -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.557 / Virus Database: 270.11.42/2042 - Release Date: 2009/04/05 10:54 AM [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
[BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes
Hi, Ok, I found two brackets in the back of the machine. They held the back of the top of the washer to the rest of the machine. But the top only lifts up in the back and only for about 2 or 3 inches. I see no way to release the front of the top of the machine. Any ideas? At 02:27 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: Ok, I got the water out of the tub and have the exhaust line and the hot and cold water supply hoses drained and disconnected. What am I going to encounter trying to get to the belt? At 02:03 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: Hi I think you should first get the water out of the machine, this you can do with a peace of hose pipe that is filled with water, you put the one end in the tub, and lower the other end into a bucket, just make shore that the outside end is lower than the water inside the machine. I got a suspicion that thee belt climbed off the pulley. Philip Theron Piano tuner Piano Music House Tel.: [021] 948 6995 Cell: [083] 635 6349 Fax: [021] 949 8650 Email: mailto:philip%40isales.co.zamailto:philip%40isales.co.zaphi...@isales.co.za www.pianomusichouse.co.za - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 8:30 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes Hi list, My washing machine just made a loud squealing noise. When I went to stop it I smelt smoke. For safety sake, I also unplugged it. It was on the first empty cycle just after wash. Nothing is cought or hung up in the tub. Neither the adjitater or the tub will turn by hand. The wash watter is not completely out of the tub. So, thrill seakers, first, how can I drain it and then what may be wrong and how do I get access to the workings of the washer and what do I look for? Thanks for any help. Way out of my legue here. -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.557 / Virus Database: 270.11.42/2042 - Release Date: 2009/04/05 10:54 AM [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes
Well, I don't believe the back of this washer comes off. See my other post on this. At 03:15 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: I am going to assume now, if you luck at the back of the machine, you will see a cover that is tide down with screws, loosen the screws, take the cover off, and you will find a big pulley that is attached to the drum then check if the belt is still on the pulley,, if not, Then I think you need to get a electrician. I simply suggested to let the water out, that you can take the clothes out. If you need to luck somewhere else then you can tilt it on it's side or even on it's head. Philip Theron Piano tuner Piano Music House Tel.: [021] 948 6995 Cell: [083] 635 6349 Fax: [021] 949 8650 Email: mailto:philip%40isales.co.zaphi...@isales.co.za www.pianomusichouse.co.za - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 9:27 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes Ok, I got the water out of the tub and have the exhaust line and the hot and cold water supply hoses drained and disconnected. What am I going to encounter trying to get to the belt? At 02:03 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: Hi I think you should first get the water out of the machine, this you can do with a peace of hose pipe that is filled with water, you put the one end in the tub, and lower the other end into a bucket, just make shore that the outside end is lower than the water inside the machine. I got a suspicion that thee belt climbed off the pulley. Philip Theron Piano tuner Piano Music House Tel.: [021] 948 6995 Cell: [083] 635 6349 Fax: [021] 949 8650 Email: mailto:philip%40isales.co.zamailto:philip%40isales.co.zaphi...@isales.co.za www.pianomusichouse.co.za - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 8:30 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes Hi list, My washing machine just made a loud squealing noise. When I went to stop it I smelt smoke. For safety sake, I also unplugged it. It was on the first empty cycle just after wash. Nothing is cought or hung up in the tub. Neither the adjitater or the tub will turn by hand. The wash watter is not completely out of the tub. So, thrill seakers, first, how can I drain it and then what may be wrong and how do I get access to the workings of the washer and what do I look for? Thanks for any help. Way out of my legue here. -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.557 / Virus Database: 270.11.42/2042 - Release Date: 2009/04/05 10:54 AM [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.557 / Virus Database: 270.11.42/2042 - Release Date: 2009/04/05 10:54 AM [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
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Hi Dan, Ok, that worked but I see no way to get to the workings of this machine. Also, I can't actually set the top aside as the wiring is attached some ware in the bowels and I can't see how or if it disengages easily. Well, the back does not come off. I did look at the bottom but it seems to be held on with a latch and also many of springs. My thought is these springs hold the drum in place and if I take these off I will be in a world of hurt. At 03:30 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: Kevin, There may be a latch under the front edge of the washer. Get a puddy knife or something flat like that and try probing under the front edge of the top of the washer. You should be able to push in on a spring loaded latch then lift the top of the washer up. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail:mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
[BlindHandyMan] washing machine gained entry
Hi list, Ok, Two screws at the bottom of the front, re loosen the top and lift it off and the entire front lifts away. Now, the belt is intact and in good shape and on the pulleys. I can turn the belt and the pulley by hand but the drum and agitator still does not turn. Now what? hmmm.
Re: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes
Hi Dale, Actually I stopped waring panty hose so that can't be the problem. smicker How can I check if something is in the pump? Thanks. At 05:09 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: Hi Kevin, These days there are a few models of washing machines which open at the front. If this is the case for your washer you should feel a crack along the front edge of each side where the front panel joins the rear panel. Usually there will be two screws under an overhang of the front panel to be removed, the front panel will then probably pull down a short distance then swing out from the bottom to be removed. You are unlikely to find any issues from above, unless your panty hose got up over the top of the tub and down inside between the inner and outer tubs and is jamming. Actually I expect something is in the pump and keeping it from turning and that is keeping the pump and drum from turning and the motor pulley is slipping on the belt. I had that happen once, a visitor over filled the washer and a face cloth got out of the tub and into the drain/pump mechanism. For future reference the easiest way to drain a washing machine like that is to remove the hose from the drain pipe and lower it below the level of the water in the drum or to within about ten inches or 25 cm. of the floor, the level of the bottom of the tank. Water will drain freely. You stop it by raising the hose again. Hope this helps. Dale Leavens. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 5:03 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine woes Hi Dan, Ok, that worked but I see no way to get to the workings of this machine. Also, I can't actually set the top aside as the wiring is attached some ware in the bowels and I can't see how or if it disengages easily. Well, the back does not come off. I did look at the bottom but it seems to be held on with a latch and also many of springs. My thought is these springs hold the drum in place and if I take these off I will be in a world of hurt. At 03:30 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: Kevin, There may be a latch under the front edge of the washer. Get a puddy knife or something flat like that and try probing under the front edge of the top of the washer. You should be able to push in on a spring loaded latch then lift the top of the washer up. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail:mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edumailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edu d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine gained entry
Well, it turns one way easily but the other way, not at all. At 05:14 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: Depending on the machine the agitator probably won't turn. There are safety switches which disengage the agitator when, for example the lid is raised. Just how freely does the belt turn by hand? There shouldn't be a lot of resistance since the components should be idling. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 6:00 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine gained entry Hi list, Ok, Two screws at the bottom of the front, re loosen the top and lift it off and the entire front lifts away. Now, the belt is intact and in good shape and on the pulleys. I can turn the belt and the pulley by hand but the drum and agitator still does not turn. Now what? hmmm. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] washing machine gained entry
Hi Tom, Yes I use to be able to turn the tub by hand. The tub still seems in place. At 05:50 PM 4/6/2009, you wrote: Kevin, I assume you used to be able to turn the drum by hand? If this is a top loader, does the top rim of the drum look like it may have shifted position at all in relation to the housings around it? Sounds like a destroyed main tub bearing to me, but hope not. Tom Fowle __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3975 (20090330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Rust questions and answers
Great info. Thanks. At 03:03 AM 3/28/2009, you wrote: Please see url below. http://www.theruststore.com/Rust-FAQs-W51C2.aspxhttp://www.theruststore.com/Rust-FAQs-W51C2.aspx [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3972 (20090328) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] door nob question
Hi, Thanks to all who have set me straight on this. At 09:03 PM 2/26/2009, you wrote: that extra part doesn't go into the receiver. no need for alterations. On Tue, 24 Feb 2009, Kevin Doucet wrote: The receiving whole in the door jam does not have a wide enough area to allow for the extra reciprocating part. Seems it would need to be widened. How would I accomplish this? At 02:45 AM 2/24/2009, you wrote: Some of them do, but they all go together the same way. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2009 1:12 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] door nob question H, A door knob with a key lock has a little retracting thingy on the plunger which a door knob with out a key lock does not have. h At 04:49 AM 2/23/2009, you wrote: A door handle that locks is the same as one that doesn't. Basically the locking set will have 3 working parts along with a couple strike plates and some keys and screws. Remove the old handle by backing out the 2 Philips screws on the room side. Once the screws are out pull the knob to you and it should come right out. You may have to shake it a little but it is loose now. Next pull the other knob out of the striker assembly. The strike assembly has 2 short Philips in it on the edge of the door. Take them out and pull the assembly out. It's often easiest to get hold of the lever from inside the opening where the knobs came off. When you go for the replacement set, make sure to know how thick the door is. It can make a difference. To install, put the strike lever in first, followed by the knob with the key set in it. That half of the knob has to go in first Finally the knob with the twisting lock in it. This can cause you to preach a sermon sometimes because the rod from the lock has to line up with the part that twists. The rod has a flat side to it, and I don't think you can touch the part that twists to see how it is lined up. I know my fingers are too big. What you can do is fit them together before putting either one in the door to see what direction they line up. Use that as a reference for the final step. Now put in the 2 long Philips screws and try it out. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, February 22, 2009 10:24 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] door nob question Hi list, I want to secure the master bed room as this is the room I want to keep my fire arms collection in while I have a gathering. What is involved in removing the current door nob and replacing it with a door nob with a key lock? Thanks Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.commailto:contactme%40kevindoucet .commailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.comcontac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3881 (20090223) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Thanks. Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.commailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.comcontac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3882 (20090223) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Thanks. Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.comcontac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly! __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3893 (20090226) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Thanks. Kevin Doucet contac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly!
Re: [BlindHandyMan] door knob question
Hi Tom, Ok, thanks for this. At 12:39 PM 2/25/2009, you wrote: the extra part on the slide' does not go into the hole in the jam. It stays out, against the striker plate, and locks the bolt from being pushed back except when drawn by the knob. It's a way to make it harder for someone to slide the bolt back with a card etc. So all that needs to enter the hole in the striker plate and jam is the bolt its self. Hope that helps Tom Fowle On Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 07:09:00PM -0600, Kevin Doucet wrote: Hi Dan, I already have a door knob with a key lock and it does have the extra part on the slide. I am just asking what is the suggested way to make the receiving whole in the door jam large enough to except the plunger plus the extra part on the slide. Thanks for any help you can offer. At 09:12 AM 2/24/2009, you wrote: Not all locking knobs have that extra part on the slide. Depends on how secure you want the lock to be. There are those very simple door knob locks that are mostly meant to be locked from the inside and not unlocked from the outside, but anyone can unlock them from the outside with a screwdriver. Or the push button locks that you see on bathroom doors a lot. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail:mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edumailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.ed ud...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3887 (20090224) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Thanks. Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.comcontac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly! __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3889 (20090225) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Thanks. Kevin Doucet contac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly!
Re: [BlindHandyMan] door nob question
The receiving whole in the door jam does not have a wide enough area to allow for the extra reciprocating part. Seems it would need to be widened. How would I accomplish this? At 02:45 AM 2/24/2009, you wrote: Some of them do, but they all go together the same way. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2009 1:12 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] door nob question H, A door knob with a key lock has a little retracting thingy on the plunger which a door knob with out a key lock does not have. h At 04:49 AM 2/23/2009, you wrote: A door handle that locks is the same as one that doesn't. Basically the locking set will have 3 working parts along with a couple strike plates and some keys and screws. Remove the old handle by backing out the 2 Philips screws on the room side. Once the screws are out pull the knob to you and it should come right out. You may have to shake it a little but it is loose now. Next pull the other knob out of the striker assembly. The strike assembly has 2 short Philips in it on the edge of the door. Take them out and pull the assembly out. It's often easiest to get hold of the lever from inside the opening where the knobs came off. When you go for the replacement set, make sure to know how thick the door is. It can make a difference. To install, put the strike lever in first, followed by the knob with the key set in it. That half of the knob has to go in first Finally the knob with the twisting lock in it. This can cause you to preach a sermon sometimes because the rod from the lock has to line up with the part that twists. The rod has a flat side to it, and I don't think you can touch the part that twists to see how it is lined up. I know my fingers are too big. What you can do is fit them together before putting either one in the door to see what direction they line up. Use that as a reference for the final step. Now put in the 2 long Philips screws and try it out. - Original Message - From: Kevin Doucet To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.commailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, February 22, 2009 10:24 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] door nob question Hi list, I want to secure the master bed room as this is the room I want to keep my fire arms collection in while I have a gathering. What is involved in removing the current door nob and replacing it with a door nob with a key lock? Thanks Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.commailto:contactme%40kevindoucet .comcontac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3881 (20090223) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Thanks. Kevin Doucet mailto:contactme%40kevindoucet.comcontac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly! [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3882 (20090223) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Thanks. Kevin Doucet contac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly!
Re: [BlindHandyMan] door nob question
Hi Dan, I already have a door knob with a key lock and it does have the extra part on the slide. I am just asking what is the suggested way to make the receiving whole in the door jam large enough to except the plunger plus the extra part on the slide. Thanks for any help you can offer. At 09:12 AM 2/24/2009, you wrote: Not all locking knobs have that extra part on the slide. Depends on how secure you want the lock to be. There are those very simple door knob locks that are mostly meant to be locked from the inside and not unlocked from the outside, but anyone can unlock them from the outside with a screwdriver. Or the push button locks that you see on bathroom doors a lot. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail:mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3887 (20090224) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Thanks. Kevin Doucet contac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly!
Re: [BlindHandyMan] door nob question
Hi Dan, I already have a door knob with a key lock and it does have the extra part on the slide. I am just asking what is the suggested way to make the receiving whole in the door jam large enough to except the plunger plus the extra part on the slide. Thanks for any help you can offer. At 09:12 AM 2/24/2009, you wrote: Not all locking knobs have that extra part on the slide. Depends on how secure you want the lock to be. There are those very simple door knob locks that are mostly meant to be locked from the inside and not unlocked from the outside, but anyone can unlock them from the outside with a screwdriver. Or the push button locks that you see on bathroom doors a lot. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail:mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 3887 (20090224) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.comhttp://www.eset.com Thanks. Kevin Doucet contac...@kevindoucet.com confuse as says Blind man with unmarked forehead has large belly!
