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saw this setup on ask this old house...on bar chainsaw sharpening - ModifiedA4 2011-07-09 16:49:26 (251 views) About ten years ago my neighbor (a pro tree trimmer) showed me how to do it.... - Chaddy 2011-07-10 18:50:30 (141 views) that's the way to do it; with a rat-tail file. - s.carder 2011-07-13 16:47:35 (67 views) This is what I do. - TimS 2011-07-11 16:10:13 (90 views)
any work shoe recommendations? i destroyed an old pair of running shoes pretty quickly. - ModifiedA4 2011-07-09 10:31:15 (118 views) Red Wing has a wide range of products that should fit your needs. - s.carder 2011-07-13 16:46:49 (77 views) i think steel toe is a must. - doug 2011-07-11 12:59:19 (68 views) hiking shoes - merkin 2011-07-10 12:50:05 (74 views) I use a Redwing steel toe slip on for working on cars - hans j 2011-07-10 12:07:51 (81 views) Those fabric hiking boots are light and sturdy-some even have leather toe areas - Rick601 2011-07-09 21:23:19 (69 views) 2nd. Lightweight but all-day comfort and good support. - Grapeking 2011-07-11 07:57:21 (69 views) I have a pair of cheap work shoes from Sears with steel toe (a must for and work) - Reggie 2011-07-09 11:14:23 (78 views) don't get cheap sneakers....get good ones on the close out rack at the dept store. - Rakete 2011-07-09 10:49:40 (74 views)
There's nothing like a nice firm deck... - Audi Junkie © 2011-07-08 21:10:37 (304 views) Having just done something similar, although mine was much worse.... how did you cut 1" off - JeepRage 2011-07-09 13:28:31 (107 views) I actually re-leveled it a bit, cutting more off the near side.It's far from precision work, doesn't - Audi Junkie © 2011-07-09 21:53:40 (109 views) When I first read that, - JimR 2011-07-09 07:54:53 (127 views) 2nd. - freakness 2011-07-09 12:43:30 (106 views)
Feedback on potracks in the kitchen? - JeepRage 2011-07-08 11:34:56 (236 views) I had a hanging one over an island. Was a great way to store the pots. - doug 2011-07-11 13:01:18 (86 views) I have a hanging one directly above my sink. It is functional as all get out, and people seem - JimR 2011-07-08 17:11:30 (167 views) I went with the Enclume... - Wascally Wabbit 2011-07-08 15:03:30 (173 views) depends on the rest of the kitchen if it will fit in or not. - jstoker 2011-07-08 11:39:21 (78 views) My kitchen and pantry area is 18x28 or so, with a part of the space diveded with a wall with a - JeepRage 2011-07-08 11:42:46 (100 views)
CAD software BT: SketchUp Pro vs. AutoCAD Architecture - slacker 2011-07-07 15:08:28 (128 views) apples to oranges - thinset 2011-07-07 17:32:36 (111 views) Have you tried the Layout plugin for Sketchup Pro yet? - irish21 2011-07-08 10:59:42 (103 views) I haven't, not worth the time... - thinset 2011-07-08 13:04:47 (98 views) Of course. Everybody does. I was thinking more about freelance residential work. - irish21 2011-07-08 14:56:50 (75 views) okay, okay, I'll give it a try. - thinset 2011-07-09 11:46:16 (81 views) LOL, No big deal. - irish21 2011-07-09 15:04:21 (87 views) AutoCAD 3D is laborious to me, but i still want 3D. - slacker 2011-07-07 18:00:07 (105 views) You can always use the free version of Sketchup for limited model building and rendering... - thinset 2011-07-07 18:20:10 (105 views) 2nd. prior to moving to Revit, we used Sketch up for 3d models & spatial studies. - AKS4 2011-07-13 02:12:17 (68 views)
Deck is finished - Reggie 2011-07-07 12:49:41 (478 views) It looks really nice, but are you allowed to build it like that? - Pelican Pete 2011-07-25 00:14:31 (97 views) Meets code - Reggie 2011-07-26 10:30:54 (90 views) Nice space, congrats. One small 'nit': can you get the guy to re-do the cap on the RH railing as - Grapeking 2011-07-07 19:34:38 (195 views) also agree, and I don't understand the piece of wood applied to the side of the LH railing - doug 2011-07-11 13:08:04 (90 views) Maybe code requires a railing that can be gripped. - diehlryan 2011-08-03 12:25:12 (80 views) I am going to ask him about that. - Reggie 2011-08-03 12:27:04 (73 views) +1 - ModifiedA4 2011-07-08 19:06:27 (67 views) agree^^ - small thing, but its all about the small things right? - jstoker 2011-07-08 11:41:58 (81 views) when's the bbq? - Coloradomark 2011-07-07 13:39:09 (71 views)
P2F: Deck is a few boards away from done, then I can work on columns and trim. - JeepRage 2011-07-06 08:40:16 (234 views) Ipe? - Grapeking 2011-07-06 22:27:34 (70 views) Mahogany - JimR 2011-07-07 08:28:40 (91 views) Yup. Finished it last night, lowered the posts back down onto new pressure treated pads. - JeepRage 2011-07-07 08:52:40 (152 views)
Need help with interior colors... - S6 4RiNGS 2011-07-03 15:03:07 (323 views) Here is what I'd recommend... - Bronze 2011-07-06 16:32:30 (130 views) i think you are on the wrong forum for color ideas, is there a women advice forum? - jstoker 2011-07-06 13:50:34 (79 views) and think about some art for those blank walls, prints are cheap - Coloradomark 2011-07-05 12:16:44 (124 views) I concur. Perhaps a piece such as this would be suitable. - Pat 2011-07-05 23:44:46 (205 views) ^^^^just what every home needs to be complete! - eurotuned85 2011-07-06 12:53:47 (85 views) lol! too high-brow for my tastes though - Coloradomark 2011-07-06 10:16:36 (96 views) Ok, then perhaps this - gription 2011-07-06 13:18:04 (170 views) perfect! - Coloradomark 2011-07-06 15:51:18 (84 views) Naah, too old-fashioned. Needs this; much classier: - JimR 2011-07-07 12:20:01 (131 views) I was searching for that image..... - PaulW 2011-07-07 17:09:40 (86 views) LOL! - JimR 2011-07-07 22:20:31 (82 views) that would be fantastic on velvet. would most certainly hang in the guest bath. - thinset 2011-07-07 13:44:48 (73 views) I would maybe pick a backsplash for the kitchen first then draw a light color from that for walls. - eurotuned85 2011-07-03 18:39:09 (111 views) I was going to say the same thing....find a back splash first then pick a color - PaulW 2011-07-03 20:31:40 (127 views)
How many coats of stain do you put on a new deck? - EddieWillers 2011-07-01 00:13:46 (117 views) I just used one coat on my new deck - Reggie 2011-07-07 15:00:33 (61 views) Could also depend on the final finish. - ryoung 2011-07-01 11:34:18 (217 views) TJ: Nice house! - silber 2011-07-01 21:58:20 (71 views) I just put a second coat on, still uneven - will have to do a third coat tomorrow. - EddieWillers 2011-07-01 20:28:46 (85 views)
Todays updates on the deck - Reggie 2011-06-29 20:16:12 (506 views) Did You Get Engineer's Stamp on the Drawings???????? - coasTTal 2011-07-03 23:38:35 (159 views) Nope - did not do get an engineer to stamp it but builder has gotten permits. - Reggie 2011-07-06 11:24:47 (105 views) Is the builder going to add any additional framing members to add shear strength? - gription 2011-06-30 12:54:56 (161 views) Lag bolts - Reggie 2011-06-30 13:56:32 (154 views) Very nice. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-30 12:32:21 (91 views) Looks great! Love your helper!! - RKA 2011-06-30 09:33:19 (101 views) looks good. my only concern would be the wood(?) siding that comes down to the deck. - HR-ALL 2011-06-30 08:40:16 (119 views) We have hardy plank as siding and the land behind us is designated wet lands - Reggie 2011-06-30 09:54:03 (122 views) ok, looks awesome but that cable dangling above the window is driving me crazy - markitzero 2011-06-30 00:56:37 (102 views) Me too. - Reggie 2011-06-30 09:54:50 (131 views) Reggie, an engineer, not a tech (as he often tells me) - Coloradomark 2011-06-30 12:15:33 (95 views) Looks great! Question - PaulW 2011-06-29 22:29:31 (289 views) I've seen similar used (but not as nice as those in Reggie's pic) ---> - Grapeking 2011-06-29 22:55:07 (256 views) I think this is what they used - took me a while to find a drawing of them - Reggie 2011-06-29 23:28:33 (271 views) I prefer not to perforate near the base of the posts w/nail.Water will accure as it decends the post - Audi Junkie © 2011-07-01 02:57:01 (117 views) So the post actually sits on the upside down "U" piece? That's nice! - PaulW 2011-06-30 09:58:05 (95 views) Download the Simpson catalog and look through it. They have all sorts of cool stuff you should know - JimR 2011-06-30 22:28:44 (111 views) That's a much nicer version, keeps the post way off the cement. - Grapeking 2011-06-29 23:39:51 (98 views) It is the little things like this that make me respect him so much - Reggie 2011-06-29 23:45:31 (145 views) Are you covering the stairs with Trex, I presume? - irish21 2011-07-02 10:57:31 (113 views) Yep - Reggie 2011-07-04 10:03:13 (85 views) Was wondering the same thing... - BoneStockS4 2011-06-29 22:52:24 (143 views) exactly. Since end grain will abosrb water readily, sort of like straws wicking it up into - Grapeking 2011-06-29 22:59:03 (126 views) That's some nice space there! Looks good, what sort of caps are going on the posts? - Grapeking 2011-06-29 21:29:44 (109 views) Don't know what he has planned yet. I know trex is going on top of the railing. - Reggie 2011-06-29 21:48:44 (101 views)
Deck stain suggestions - Installed new mahogany decking on a covered porch that ties in to - JeepRage 2011-06-29 08:10:40 (120 views) I really liked the Cabot stain. - TwinTurboTerror 2011-07-13 10:44:48 (73 views) Thanks. We tested a Cabbot the other night and picking up 2 gallons of it tonight. - JeepRage 2011-07-13 12:38:20 (77 views) Hopefully a clear or at most tinted stain (no solids). - JimR 2011-07-13 13:00:07 (78 views) Australian Timber Oil - Jarrah Brown - JeepRage 2011-07-13 14:21:49 (80 views) Good choice. - JimR 2011-07-13 16:01:38 (77 views) Thanks. We have white railings and house trim. House is natural cedar. I'll be painting the - JeepRage 2011-07-14 08:55:52 (81 views) Light blue ceilings - that is a old trick used in the NE in the past on porches - Reggie 2011-07-14 11:54:08 (67 views) Yup. I am certainly in the NE too, so I'll fit in well. I have enough natural wood around and want - JeepRage 2011-07-14 13:14:27 (78 views) Post pic when done - Reggie 2011-07-14 13:56:46 (74 views) Do you have access to consumer reports? - Reggie 2011-06-29 16:44:53 (84 views) I do not have access to CR. I want a stain that will show wood grain and not a solid color. - JeepRage 2011-06-30 08:56:59 (90 views) I'd try Penofin, but you're going to have to re-apply frequently until it really soaks in. - JimR 2011-06-29 16:26:51 (87 views) I don't mind doing several applications, especially initially. I'm used to doing a lot of work on - JeepRage 2011-06-30 08:59:46 (73 views) Is log oil still legal? Do you want to walk on it bare foot? Do you care about walking on oil? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-29 11:31:16 (83 views) I would like to walk on it barefoot, and am a little worried a dark stain is going to get hot. The - JeepRage 2011-06-29 12:44:43 (85 views) I think boats (marine finishes) have the answer you seek. As I recall oils are easy but need - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-29 12:57:23 (82 views) I am thinking Sikkens or Cabbot stains. I don't think a hard finish will work on the aged wood. I - JeepRage 2011-06-29 13:53:49 (96 views) I used Cabbot solid water base stain on a deck.no primer..very disappointed. Maybe I did it wrong. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-29 16:36:19 (90 views)
is retrofitting a 6" can light in place of a surface mount ceiling light difficult? - markitzero 2011-06-29 00:42:52 (112 views) I have a friend tearing down the entire kitchen ceiling to redo the lighting. I think you need too. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-29 11:32:12 (78 views) Depends. - gription 2011-06-29 08:57:44 (88 views) You want "old-work" type recessed can lights. They will "float" in the hole and are held in place - freakness 2011-06-29 01:11:45 (149 views) thx! - markitzero 2011-06-29 01:44:58 (77 views) The cans are actually held on by their own clips, the trim is independent and attaches to the can - TristanP 2011-07-11 09:43:16 (78 views)
Update on the deck. Should be finished by Wednesday - Reggie 2011-06-28 15:57:54 (346 views) Looks like trex saddle? I just had my deck in loveland redone with the same stuff. Nice work. - ELUSIVE 2011-06-30 13:19:03 (77 views) You're welcome. And you have excellent taste in grills, BTW. - irish21 2011-06-29 14:59:01 (78 views) Thanks but didn't they go into bankruptcy? - Reggie 2011-06-29 16:40:54 (77 views) I don't know, maybe. I haven't grill shopped for 5 years. - irish21 2011-06-29 17:03:45 (92 views) I'd probably have to go Viking now if VC is gone. - Reggie 2011-06-29 18:24:01 (85 views) I think the Weber Summits might be the best thing out there. - irish21 2011-06-30 11:49:59 (96 views) The new webers are extremely nice. - Reggie 2011-06-30 13:58:01 (89 views) Get the ones with cast iron cooking grates, those really last. - Grapeking 2011-07-01 11:38:28 (85 views) They were bought by an outfit in Tennessee, IIRC. VC are the best woodstoves, period. - Grapeking 2011-06-29 21:30:43 (88 views) Keep an eye on the compressor lines. You might need a charge. - schlampenschlepper 2011-06-28 21:31:17 (81 views) Since the cleaning I have not seen frost on the line - Reggie 2011-06-29 11:42:09 (81 views) how did they anchor the posts to the concrete? I don't see anything in the concrete. - doug 2011-06-28 16:47:45 (97 views) Yes - Metal supports that were drilled into the concrete. - Reggie 2011-06-28 16:50:24 (109 views) nice- are you using a hidden fastening system for the decking? - Rick601 2011-06-28 16:08:56 (83 views) Nope - Reggie 2011-06-28 16:14:20 (84 views)
I need to mount a piece of glass for our shower, ideas on how to do it? - AndrewM(azdaspeed3) 2011-06-28 14:47:16 (219 views) Easy - PaulW 2011-06-28 16:15:28 (137 views) x2 - spa 2011-06-28 17:02:02 (71 views) +1 - gription 2011-06-28 18:02:45 (70 views)
Slight OT: I want to make an edge-lit glass sign to mark our auditorium. - silveravnt 2011-06-28 12:27:13 (275 views) Use LEDs - Reggie 2011-06-28 16:02:53 (66 views) Why LED over Cold Cathode? - silveravnt 2011-06-29 09:53:06 (79 views) LEDs because - Reggie 2011-06-29 10:50:46 (132 views) THanks. You know your LEDs. - silveravnt 2011-06-30 09:20:42 (64 views) I made LEDs for HP for 17 years (and that division became LumiLed now owned by Phillips) - Reggie 2011-06-30 09:59:22 (68 views)
Home water pressure - any way to bump it up a little? - K1200R 2011-06-27 08:17:18 (110 views) Do you have a pressure regulator on the incoming line? - diehlryan 2011-06-27 08:21:09 (106 views) Is the WPR usually located in the house itself or at the street where the service comes in? - K1200R 2011-06-27 08:29:26 (83 views) Are you on a well or city water? Copper or galvanized piping? - PaulW 2011-06-27 09:30:15 (78 views) City water (suburbia, house is 10 yrs old) Not sure on pipe. What does that influence? - K1200R 2011-06-28 13:45:46 (64 views) It should be copper if it's 10 years old - PaulW 2011-06-28 14:23:07 (84 views) Yup. Key questions to help with a solution. - gription 2011-06-28 09:24:48 (73 views) ours is on our side of the water meter inside the house. - diehlryan 2011-06-27 08:33:30 (142 views) Many people will split the incoming line - Reggie 2011-06-27 10:16:11 (120 views) thanks - I figured there had to be something. I'll pick up a pressure gague at lunch. - K1200R 2011-06-27 08:27:33 (92 views) don't turn the pressure up too much or you can have problems with other things in your house. - Rakete 2011-06-27 10:57:21 (74 views)
Ordered Wed morning at 12:14..on my doorstep Sat 4:30PM .. got everything except the kitchen sink - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-26 16:57:42 (240 views) just ordered the same one this morning. - Rakete 2011-06-27 10:59:15 (69 views) Ordered from the same place or ordered everything I did? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-27 13:08:46 (72 views) just ordered the garbage disposal..same one...same place..I'd been checking different places - Rakete 2011-06-27 13:38:04 (75 views) The air switch seems pretty neat. Saw one at my sister's. I like the disposal switch in the counter - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-27 14:11:28 (89 views) we looked at the one that was for septic tanks...but this one is bigger. The septic one uses - Rakete 2011-06-27 14:29:07 (78 views) Everything I read says septic tank additives are worthless. I found a University study once - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-27 16:31:01 (71 views) well all the garbage disposals on their website said they were for safe for septic tanks. I have - Rakete 2011-06-27 17:05:54 (77 views) lol "crap" shoot - doug 2011-06-28 20:10:54 (63 views) I can't wait to see it installed! Are you going to do a filter as well? I want something like that - hans j 2011-06-27 00:29:50 (65 views) Naw..I have a water filter and dispenser in the refrigerator....and it never gets used. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-27 02:41:27 (70 views)
nice AC receptacle replacements - doug 2011-06-25 22:11:18 (245 views) are they listed devices? i did not see it on the site - Complacentsee 2011-06-26 11:47:19 (74 views) "This item is currently waiting on final safety approval." - TristanP 2011-06-27 12:38:05 (96 views) I don't see "blocking gates" for the tamper proof feature...not allowed in new construction? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-28 11:55:17 (68 views) There are tamper-proof models at the link - TristanP 2011-06-28 12:29:33 (68 views) like - thinset 2011-06-26 09:33:27 (77 views)
Windows? - AutozGmbH 2011-06-25 04:33:00 (102 views) No - silveravnt 2011-06-25 21:34:36 (71 views)
About to order a Caesarstone quartz countertop. Know anything bad about Caesar? I want quartz. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 00:07:38 (310 views) Quartz in Red - Preservation (Axel) 2011-06-24 22:53:43 (245 views) Pretty. I always chicken out and go with neutral colors. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-25 12:22:50 (83 views) It's your Kitchen, buy what YOU like ! - Preservation (Axel) 2011-06-26 01:36:55 (92 views) +1 - jpc-s4 2011-06-25 16:50:11 (86 views) Check pout fineline pacific, they are down in the kent area and have lots of options - HeartlessNomad12 2011-06-24 17:46:00 (108 views) Fineline is doing the work...Caesarstone is "special order" for them...$$. Oh well. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-24 17:57:19 (77 views) got it, we went with them did a synthetic marble thingy LOVE IT great job on their end - HeartlessNomad12 2011-06-24 18:41:43 (76 views) I got one bid from them via COSTCO...pretty high (I hope). I have an old bid for less from - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-24 20:15:21 (88 views) Only negative I can think of is the price. - Pelican Pete 2011-06-24 15:06:46 (102 views) I don't enough counter space to make it price prohibitive. Wish I did.... - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-24 16:21:29 (77 views) putting that exact product (Oyster color?) in on a project now. - s.carder 2011-06-23 15:20:24 (95 views) Color is Nougat...I don't know why but Oyster has brown tones and a sea urchin shell - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 16:43:31 (160 views) It's nice stuff. I wouldn't hesitate. - irish21 2011-06-23 13:07:23 (96 views) do you want natural or engineered quartz? - thinset 2011-06-23 10:25:20 (109 views) I didn't know....I guess engineered because I like the look of Caesar the best. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 13:08:32 (85 views)
Ordered stuff for new kitchen sink - countertop. Did I forget anything? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 00:05:12 (304 views) I have that disposer in my old house. It will eat all. - silveravnt 2011-06-23 10:22:15 (103 views) So I hear and I am a "light duty" kind of person..pretty sure it will last for the rest of my life - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 13:16:20 (100 views) Am I counting right? 6 holes across the top of the sink? - diehlryan 2011-06-23 08:49:03 (108 views) Yep....maybe 7 if I use two soap dispensers. I am going to mock it up in the garage. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 11:24:57 (108 views) sounds like permanent clutter. - diehlryan 2011-06-23 13:02:52 (110 views) Now, essentially four in the current sink, soap dispenser on the counter, disposal switch in wall - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 13:07:28 (105 views) I guess it doesn't seem that bad. - diehlryan 2011-06-23 13:04:19 (200 views) blech - HDClown 2011-06-23 19:11:46 (175 views) There is a bay window in back of the sink so I could "scab out" the wall and add more faucets later. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 13:21:59 (112 views) how about some reduction? - thinset 2011-06-23 12:41:57 (100 views) That was my thought too - Reggie 2011-06-23 11:12:06 (100 views) jeebus, you're right...it's like a shrine to plumbing. - thinset 2011-06-23 10:36:13 (100 views) IMO, at least lose the separate handheld sprayer, too 70's, get a pull out faucet. - ICONCLS 2011-06-23 07:29:48 (106 views) I like the sprayer more than the pullout faucet when I fill the coffee pot. Might have a reach - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 11:33:18 (114 views) I see, but the coffee snobs would ding you for using tap water and... - ICONCLS 2011-06-23 11:59:25 (102 views) Me, my $50 drip coffeemaker and $40 grinder are already on their hit list. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 12:23:40 (113 views) Silicone caulk (for the undermount sink) and teflon tape. Those instant hot water heaters rock. - Grapeking 2011-06-23 07:20:50 (109 views) Maybe....the countertop people take the sink away and glue it on one night. Will see how they do. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 11:29:31 (99 views) Ah - I meant it for mounting the sink, thought you were DIY on that. - Grapeking 2011-06-23 12:10:45 (102 views) No but I would gladly learn on YOUR sink...I want to learn how to cut tile too...LOL - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 12:25:32 (104 views) C'mon over...I'll teach ya, it's not hard. - Grapeking 2011-06-23 17:15:58 (92 views) I just want it to look like this and I like epoxy grout - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 18:01:22 (129 views) Plumbers putty? - JeepRage 2011-06-23 07:04:28 (108 views) I haven't used that for a long long time. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 11:28:22 (102 views) Works well on disposals I've done in the past. - JeepRage 2011-06-23 12:17:54 (107 views) You need..... - Eurobarge 2011-06-23 06:11:33 (183 views) Don't we all?! - Grapeking 2011-06-23 07:18:15 (93 views) no - markitzero 2011-06-23 00:22:36 (93 views) You might be wrong...we shall see. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 11:30:03 (110 views) lol.. what do i know... - markitzero 2011-06-23 12:07:46 (116 views) oh, and unless you need a double outlet sink top switch the single outlet comes with satin nickel - markitzero 2011-06-23 12:22:26 (106 views) I know you saw the pictures of the double outlet and optional satin nickel trim. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 12:36:33 (101 views) but???? - markitzero 2011-06-23 12:37:08 (95 views) The LOCAL dealer tried to talk me into an opposite handed sink that was lighter gauge because - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 12:53:22 (117 views) You should of talked to me... - markitzero 2011-06-23 13:00:58 (121 views) I want (2) Neorest 550s....lets have lunch. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 13:03:31 (106 views) so you want to talk about getting a deal on one of the most whored out items toto makes? - markitzero 2011-06-23 13:18:29 (119 views) Am I too slutty for you? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-23 13:35:28 (101 views) yes - markitzero 2011-06-25 22:43:42 (89 views)
Decommissioned electric service... - Audi Junkie © 2011-06-22 18:05:24 (237 views) Nice work - Looks like the previous service was pretty limited 100amps? - Reggie 2011-06-22 23:53:08 (85 views) It was dual-feed as well.I've yet to deconstruct it.The oldfuseboxes were a joke, unknown aperage. - Audi Junkie © 2011-06-23 00:34:12 (77 views) It's like a whole new wall. - freakness 2011-06-22 19:05:30 (77 views) I'm on a roll. Took off 3 dead cable services and 4 phone lines, all strung up outside. - Audi Junkie © 2011-06-23 00:31:42 (88 views)
Well I said I would post updates on my new deck. - Reggie 2011-06-21 23:45:34 (364 views) Bigger and lower maintenance....right? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-22 01:14:09 (68 views) Yep. I also will get to move the grill to be next to the house - Reggie 2011-06-22 10:49:21 (94 views) Be careful not to scorch your siding.. I've seen it done. - irish21 2011-06-22 10:55:31 (73 views) Guilty of that one.... - dspang 2011-06-22 13:04:00 (86 views) Thanks - I plan to do something to prevent it from moving back toward the house - Reggie 2011-06-22 11:19:41 (98 views) Certainly, I've read about fires starting that way. - irish21 2011-06-22 12:03:55 (94 views) Yeah it is hardy or some equivalent - Reggie 2011-06-22 16:34:13 (67 views) Worst you could probably do, then would be to bubblle the finish. - irish21 2011-06-22 16:37:49 (86 views) Thanks - will do - I figure I will put some sort of wood to hold the grill in place. - Reggie 2011-06-22 23:23:11 (75 views)
Is anyone here familiar with "Insulayment" floor underlayment? Of know of anything better? - silveravnt 2011-06-21 16:16:09 (85 views) We used this under our solid wood mechanically fastened flooring. - diehlryan 2011-06-22 14:45:57 (68 views) For sound attenuation or insulation? - irish21 2011-06-21 16:57:36 (80 views) check out Mass Loaded Vinyl for sound deadening, similar properties to lead with out the problems - Silver Arrow - The Original 2011-06-22 16:14:56 (59 views) For sound deadening and cushion. For some reason nobody has even offered me cork yet. - silveravnt 2011-06-21 17:42:54 (63 views) I thought laminate floors were supposed to float....that is all I know. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-21 16:30:10 (64 views)
Cross-post, but this is an A/D issue as well: In wall or In-ceiling speakers for 20x23' HT? - BCD 2011-06-21 14:18:12 (60 views) I don't like built in speakers. I don't like built in TVs either. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-21 15:51:42 (54 views) LOL! when we were house shopping in 09 we saw a 3,000 sf custom home with a 19" CRT TV built in - silveravnt 2011-06-22 10:53:42 (68 views)
I have never had an air gap in 40 and 20 year houses with dishwashers. Should I? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-21 12:17:58 (89 views) Neither my previous nor my current house have one. I researched it in planning my kitchen - DAP 2011-06-21 15:08:00 (85 views)
Just paid off balance of last year's HVAC system - TristanP 2011-06-20 23:39:52 (101 views) Yay !! - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-21 03:21:48 (45 views)
Any preferences among "prosumer" gas pressure washers? - JimR 2011-06-20 18:08:45 (94 views) I have a $250ish gas Toro that works great. I don't know what I'm missing with a "better" unit, - JeepRage 2011-06-21 11:31:21 (84 views) I looked at the ones Sams club had and there was one with a honda engine - Reggie 2011-06-21 10:21:51 (86 views) Used to be a coomon issue..Honda engine with a God knows what pressure pump for a good price. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-21 11:00:59 (65 views) Why not rent? - joe 2011-06-21 07:20:57 (72 views) My Northern with Honda GX160 engine and Cat pump has been going good for 15? years? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-20 18:37:02 (81 views) I have a Kranzle, really well-made German machine... - ICONCLS 2011-06-20 18:24:48 (88 views) For gas powered machines there are a lot of well-built ones for substantially less $ - RKA 2011-06-21 10:05:39 (78 views)
Dishwasher air gap? What do they do besides spew soap bubbles? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-20 12:43:49 (101 views) code and you don't drain into the garbage disposer when using an air gap - markitzero 2011-06-21 01:16:08 (63 views) They prevent a clogged sink from dumping into the dishwasher. Personally I don't like them because - freakness 2011-06-20 13:24:54 (107 views) OK..eg clogged sink P-trap, back up via dishwasher drain in disposal to dishwasher bottom? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-20 15:00:18 (66 views) Correct. But damned hard to do if you use a conduit clamp to strap the hose to - JimR 2011-06-20 18:07:40 (81 views)
P2F: I got the crown, casing, and baseboards up this weekend. - JeepRage 2011-06-20 09:30:17 (262 views) Nice moulding - elegant. Looks great. - Grapeking 2011-06-23 07:22:58 (60 views) Thanks. I'll post a pic when I finish the touch up paint. I finished adding crown the the windows - JeepRage 2011-06-23 10:41:16 (66 views) looks great - ModifiedA4 2011-06-21 07:08:18 (58 views) nicely done! - Trashman 2011-06-21 00:38:19 (56 views) Looking nice and fresh! - BoneStockS4 2011-06-20 23:36:59 (62 views) I added the casing below the windows last night, as well as molding on top of the headers. - JeepRage 2011-06-21 09:13:35 (64 views) Looks very nice. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-20 12:45:09 (65 views) Thank you. The home is coming along well. Gut, rebuild, repeat. - JeepRage 2011-06-20 14:29:56 (63 views) That's a lot of work - PaulW 2011-06-20 10:02:58 (90 views) Yes, 2 piece. I was trying to match the rest of the 1900 home. Joints came out great. 1 corner - JeepRage 2011-06-20 10:24:59 (99 views)
News article .... Latest in energy efficiency: homes without furnaces - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-17 12:34:28 (192 views) meh, good ICF house > *** - merkin 2011-06-19 13:02:05 (74 views) ICF house is ??? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-20 12:26:23 (75 views) insulating concrete forms - HR-ALL 2011-06-20 16:11:15 (88 views) what about fresh air flow? even R26 ICF homes need air exchange units - merkin 2011-06-20 17:58:27 (76 views) they do bring in fresh exterior air by mechanical means. - HR-ALL 2011-06-20 19:41:29 (70 views) although ICF homes are not as efficient, they are damn near indestructible - merkin 2011-06-20 17:12:06 (104 views) that they are, however... - HR-ALL 2011-06-20 19:39:53 (84 views) There was an article about super-insulated homes like this in a recent issue of Fine Homebuilding. - JimR 2011-06-18 09:29:24 (79 views) "This is a 500-year house." really caught my eye. I have a friend in the log cabin business..claims - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-18 14:13:22 (125 views) german! i knew it + - HR-ALL 2011-06-17 21:10:18 (105 views) Wow...single pane? Suprised you can buy that but I am not a pro. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-18 14:17:12 (76 views) seen brand new houses in florida and arizona with single pane glass windows. - HR-ALL 2011-06-20 19:44:03 (80 views) jawol-ve know close tolerance - Rick601 2011-06-18 10:49:31 (74 views) That is inspirational, thank you. - gription 2011-06-17 17:57:52 (79 views) Yes it is good stuff. The "conflict" I wonder about is you would probably need time to make it pay - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-18 14:15:39 (94 views) I also wonder if the air exchange is sufficient article mentions some- but - Rick601 2011-06-19 07:35:13 (84 views)
Next phase complete, forced air HVAC zoned... - ICONCLS 2011-06-17 09:13:56 (233 views) That is interesting - Reggie 2011-06-18 13:48:02 (75 views) Yes, I found that bladder thing also, for retro fit type zoning.. - ICONCLS 2011-06-19 17:41:38 (161 views) If only I could get my shiny, sweated manifolds to provide air conditioning... - gription 2011-06-17 13:31:36 (91 views) Full linkage above, Sir. - ICONCLS 2011-06-19 17:43:56 (55 views) That looks pretty neat. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-17 11:37:39 (57 views)
Fresh air intake on forced air system... how important? - markitzero 2011-06-16 18:45:57 (144 views) Are you having any moisture or AQ problems? If not, why spend the money? - irish21 2011-06-17 08:23:07 (75 views) I have a very tight home so I installed an ERV (Energy Recovery Ventilator)... - ICONCLS 2011-06-17 07:30:19 (97 views) Fresh air room inlets were-are? code in Shelton over 20 years ago. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-17 02:34:39 (98 views) Adds 10 to 12 hp. - Audi Junkie © 2011-06-16 22:57:09 (76 views) But only at higher revs, so you won't really feel it. - rattyfox 2011-06-19 17:07:09 (79 views) New house it is almost a requirement . Old house that has not been - Reggie 2011-06-16 21:40:52 (105 views) it's pretty tight... 2005 - markitzero 2011-06-16 21:57:39 (82 views) Are they really building new homes that tight? - RKA 2011-06-16 21:55:23 (100 views) Some are - but probably in the caliper of "this old house" builders - Reggie 2011-06-17 18:39:17 (92 views) mine is a built green 3 star or something... got a little certificate - markitzero 2011-06-16 21:58:11 (77 views) open a window - RKA 2011-06-16 20:21:06 (77 views)
Jerusalem Door in the states? - Grouse 2011-06-16 08:24:31 (141 views) very common all over the rest of the worls, have not seen them in yankville tho - HeartlessNomad12 2011-06-17 13:35:36 (98 views) thanks mate how goes the ex-wamulian - Grouse 2011-06-17 14:51:53 (72 views) depends how u look at it - HeartlessNomad12 2011-06-18 16:37:15 (68 views) good here the relo is going well. take a look at - Grouse 2011-06-18 17:23:31 (69 views) Do you have any other doors or windows on your house? - CC Rider 2011-06-16 17:10:45 (94 views) the idea is to make it more difficult than is worth while. I have 4 doors to replace. I would be - Grouse 2011-06-16 18:33:15 (94 views) You have to ask the question " Why do I live in a area where I need that type of door" - Reggie 2011-06-16 21:44:02 (87 views) this has more to do with the fact that none of the doors on the house we are making an offer on - Grouse 2011-06-17 11:35:07 (79 views) :) - Reggie 2011-06-18 11:46:48 (64 views) no i live in a cement box. - Grouse 2011-06-16 17:13:04 (73 views) pics? - audi_dtw 2011-06-16 17:31:08 (79 views) . - Grouse 2011-06-16 18:26:20 (138 views) thats awesome!!! - audi_dtw 2011-06-16 19:05:19 (74 views) lol google zombie proof house here - Grouse 2011-06-16 19:05:59 (87 views)
Can anyone recommend quality reproduction mortise interior lockset manufacturers or vendors? - s.carder 2011-06-14 19:26:00 (172 views) new old stock and excellent restoration products- he has a LOT more than on website- - Rick601 2011-06-16 12:01:41 (62 views) Emtek. - irish21 2011-06-15 07:59:14 (57 views) Try this site... - MARK(nmtt)S5 2011-06-14 23:23:53 (82 views)
working on cleaning up my AC install... - markitzero 2011-06-14 19:05:16 (300 views) Vinyl siding? - freakness 2011-06-15 01:57:01 (78 views) lol - markitzero 2011-06-15 09:19:10 (76 views) Looks like Hardi to moi .. - Yippers® 2011-06-15 09:04:03 (82 views) Looks like Hardi to me but wood doesn't come out when you drill it. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-15 12:06:49 (73 views) Hardiplank siding has cellulose fibers in it. It looks like wood shavings when you drill it. - irish21 2011-06-15 12:25:13 (80 views) Still looking for a scrape of material.....I saw gray dust when a hole saw or screwdriver was used. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-17 02:37:37 (76 views) ok.. curiosity forced me to dig out the big three ring binder that came with the house... - markitzero 2011-06-15 13:28:41 (113 views) I could have told you it was hardiplank (or approved equal) from your photo. - irish21 2011-06-15 13:48:33 (114 views) I believe I did just that - Yippers® 2011-06-15 14:27:46 (98 views) Which is why I didn't feel it necessary to post it. - irish21 2011-06-15 15:12:16 (96 views) Just pitchin' you crap. No offense meant, hence the wink. - Yippers® 2011-06-15 21:27:02 (78 views) i don't know what it is.... when i drill into it wood comes out - markitzero 2011-06-15 09:19:37 (83 views) 2nd - JimR 2011-06-15 09:07:57 (71 views) Doesn't the plumbing escutcheon cover the silicone so when it fails and leaks you won't see it? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-14 20:11:25 (98 views) what's going to leak? refrigerant? - markitzero 2011-06-14 20:16:08 (78 views) I could be wrong...but expect the silcone sealant to eventually loose bond and need to be redone. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-15 00:32:01 (89 views) oh.....my guess is that I won't own the home by then - markitzero 2011-06-15 00:57:56 (84 views)
Any experts on insulation care to comment on my attic situation?... - AndrewM(azdaspeed3) 2011-06-14 15:23:17 (453 views) An Engineer's Advice - coasTTal 2011-07-04 00:02:36 (170 views) where is the vent space? - HR-ALL 2011-06-14 18:01:00 (200 views) There is no venting, which is part of the problem... - AndrewM(azdaspeed3) 2011-06-14 19:56:13 (203 views) Replace soffits with ventilated Hardiesoffit. Install rafter vents, with - JimR 2011-06-15 15:43:38 (240 views) i understand your conundrum + - HR-ALL 2011-06-14 21:31:18 (197 views) What about a small powered attic fan with temp and humidity sensors? - TristanP 2011-06-14 22:58:10 (181 views) none of that will get rid of vapour and condensation from the 5.5" gap... - HR-ALL 2011-06-15 08:51:52 (213 views) Ah, I see - thanks - TristanP 2011-06-15 10:35:09 (160 views) btw, ice dams are only part of average roof problems... - HR-ALL 2011-06-14 21:38:38 (201 views) But even if I wanted to, how would I fix this venting problem? - AndrewM(azdaspeed3) 2011-06-14 23:05:29 (179 views) fascia vents! - HR-ALL 2011-06-15 08:43:45 (189 views) I'm not understanding this: - irish21 2011-06-15 11:02:47 (184 views) i don't believe he wants to take the drywall ceiling down. - HR-ALL 2011-06-15 11:24:44 (178 views) I should clarify, there's no drywall on the ceiling now... - AndrewM(azdaspeed3) 2011-06-15 15:21:18 (200 views) more... - HR-ALL 2011-06-15 17:10:16 (171 views) It would be a hell of a lot cheaper and easier than tearing the roof sheathing up, no? - irish21 2011-06-15 11:28:10 (176 views) yes, however.... - HR-ALL 2011-06-15 12:23:35 (171 views) if you plan to live there awhile and also plan to do other needed heating upgrades then go for it - ModifiedA4 2011-06-14 17:57:03 (182 views) It depends... - gription 2011-06-14 17:11:51 (185 views) Roof is brown, half with full-on southern exposure, half with northern exposure... - AndrewM(azdaspeed3) 2011-06-14 19:52:47 (183 views) Go for it - gription 2011-06-14 20:54:31 (176 views) What do you have in the walls and floors? Windows? Other planned thermal improvements? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-14 16:39:05 (175 views) Walls would be spray foam as well. Three windows currently, one each facing East, South, West... - AndrewM(azdaspeed3) 2011-06-14 19:30:00 (171 views) My gut tells me R20 will be fine. People got by for centuries without insulation, granted heat - JeepRage 2011-06-14 16:33:47 (189 views) we have about r50 in our attic. Sure paid off with lower a/c heating bills. - Rakete 2011-06-14 17:09:37 (170 views) What did you have there before? Our attic has some loose insulation thrown about, but will - JeepRage 2011-06-15 09:02:15 (184 views) when we had it built in 96....they blew in the insulation..but the house seemed cold. So we added - Rakete 2011-06-15 13:36:50 (186 views)
P2F: Some weekend fun rebuilding a porch - JeepRage 2011-06-14 08:55:18 (228 views) Is this the 3rd floor one you posted about on QWOT? - s.carder 2011-06-14 15:33:05 (68 views) 3rd floor deck? No. It is a 3 story home, 3rd floor is a old finished attic. - JeepRage 2011-06-14 16:31:00 (71 views) Got some JASCO Termin-8 (Copper Naphthenate) for the end cuts? Mahogany decking? Pretty! - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-14 11:52:34 (258 views) Would you apply that to the decking? Perhaps on the inner ends that end at the house? - JeepRage 2011-06-14 13:33:41 (79 views) I have only used it on pressure treated wood to freshen it after years or to treat end cuts - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-14 15:17:08 (108 views)
Sit on my deck. - VolksWigger © 2011-06-14 00:20:01 (312 views) All done, including end joists and new support beam. Needs just banister and railings. - Audi Junkie © 2011-06-17 22:37:46 (120 views) I'd put an angle beam somewhere to make it rigid frame - merkin 2011-06-19 13:07:46 (64 views) Yep, struts on the legs and X-bracing. Thanks. - Audi Junkie © 2011-06-19 22:37:50 (68 views) Aren't you building it backwards (deck fist, then support structure)? - Grapeking 2011-06-14 23:25:07 (72 views) It's about balancing the load between the slab wall, knee wall and wooden frame. - Audi Junkie © 2011-06-19 22:45:18 (63 views) seems like a ton of fail, putting the supports in last? - ModifiedA4 2011-06-14 18:02:40 (82 views) Step away from the saw horses, keep your hands where we can see them. - s.carder 2011-06-14 15:32:05 (84 views) I still can't tell - lindward 2011-06-14 13:07:27 (118 views) tell me you're only 50% done. - diehlryan 2011-06-14 09:25:28 (75 views)
miz, talked to my electrician about your dedicated freezer-fridge outlet in the garage today. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-13 22:31:59 (131 views) lol... ask him why my garage has GFCI outlets, i know kitchen and bath get them but garage? - markitzero 2011-06-14 16:26:02 (67 views) Any place where contact with water is likely.......like rain, open garage door, spilled antifreeze - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-14 16:55:07 (76 views) Any unfinished space needs GFCI now.(basement, garage) - SteveH 2011-06-14 17:20:54 (78 views) thanks... garage might be a problem with high amp draw devices like this or a table saw - markitzero 2011-06-14 19:00:01 (77 views)
project progress: fence side 1 nearly complete - ModifiedA4 2011-06-13 21:23:30 (198 views) looks like a lot of work for a very lightweight fence - doug 2011-06-16 12:32:23 (56 views) well considering the fence it is replacing is one the same style but the previous owner - ModifiedA4 2011-06-17 20:16:58 (59 views) Looks nice..what is the chain and come-along about? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-13 22:33:50 (58 views) pretensioning the panels before locking them in place with screws. - ModifiedA4 2011-06-13 22:36:57 (75 views)
Garbage disposal sink top air actuated switch. Yay? Nay? Saw one this weekend...looked handy. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-13 03:00:52 (247 views) That looks pretty cool. If doing a kitchen again, I would consider it. - gription 2011-06-14 10:44:23 (64 views) Agree with you - looks great - Reggie 2011-06-13 20:54:24 (64 views) I have this type of disposal and like it. - s.carder 2011-06-13 11:10:35 (176 views) hit... also provides a second outlet for a hot water dispenser if you want one and something cool.. - markitzero 2011-06-13 09:39:41 (98 views) yay if you need it like if your sink is on an island/bar. Cool feature. - eurotuned85 2011-06-13 09:03:20 (75 views) I like it, but I wouldn't dril a hole in my granite for it - HDClown 2011-06-13 07:51:58 (66 views) Have 'em, love 'em; no soapy/wet hand mess on the walls reaching for the switch. - ICONCLS 2011-06-13 07:28:23 (83 views) bzzzzt zap! - Jimmy 2011-06-13 16:08:45 (66 views)
and the hits just keep on coming... i cleaned up my leviton cabinet yesterday - markitzero 2011-06-12 20:52:26 (226 views) on a side note, they make snap in end fittings for the ent. - ModifiedA4 2011-06-13 20:08:45 (61 views) i know.. I just used double sided tape... sort of ghetto but works - markitzero 2011-06-14 16:25:13 (68 views)
under cabinet lighting for the kitchen... simple install or not? - markitzero 2011-06-12 18:56:53 (115 views) most lighting can be linked so if you can get power up through the wall to the light you.. - eurotuned85 2011-06-12 23:56:35 (87 views) I included a single 115v outlet which allows a 12v transformer to $1 strip led w/adhesive back. - Audi Junkie © 2011-06-12 22:23:18 (90 views) My Master Electrician said it is simple as long as I don't care about how nice it looks. He does - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-12 19:37:29 (111 views)
any electrical experts? I have a laserjet printer GFCI problem.. - markitzero 2011-06-11 16:41:49 (140 views) found a few references... at least I am not alone - markitzero 2011-06-12 19:07:25 (109 views) Plug it in and turn it on. Quickly (< 5sec) switch to a GFI or arc fault run. Does it still trip? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-12 17:07:57 (85 views) i need to find an non-arc/gfci outlet where it is now... thing is heavy - markitzero 2011-06-12 18:54:28 (81 views) Got an extension cord...I wanna know if it pops a breaker when it is charged up. Will that fix it? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-12 19:29:16 (91 views) alright seattle scott... I unplugged my refrigerator on the dedicated 20A circuit - markitzero 2011-06-12 19:46:42 (118 views) next question... any reason I can't replace my single outlet with a dual outlet? - markitzero 2011-06-12 19:51:17 (125 views) I don't know. My electrician gave me a double It was a retrofit. It was all inspected. 20AMP circuit - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-13 00:39:43 (90 views) You must have 12/2 or better wiring in that circuit - TristanP 2011-06-12 23:13:02 (95 views) Find a cord you don't like and pull out the ground pin. See if that works. If it does .... - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-12 20:18:22 (97 views) I am still curious about the ground pin...come on .. do it. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-13 00:40:25 (96 views) every single cable I own means something to me... - markitzero 2011-06-14 16:26:29 (81 views) How old is the GFCI? - jpc-s4 2011-06-12 13:17:51 (97 views) house built in 2005... problem is that it does it on multiple outlets - markitzero 2011-06-12 15:30:00 (95 views) Sounds like it's a current draw problem - jpc-s4 2011-06-12 19:45:40 (86 views) Sounds like a grounding issue somewhere - TristanP 2011-06-12 11:26:18 (95 views) tried another cord... same results - markitzero 2011-06-12 15:30:36 (94 views) or try getting one of t hese - Reggie 2011-06-12 12:08:09 (131 views) I have one of those... tests normal - markitzero 2011-06-12 15:30:19 (83 views) I get mine out of my electrical tool bag. It lives in the bottom of the large center compartment. - JimR 2011-06-12 12:40:50 (96 views) That too - TristanP 2011-06-12 15:01:46 (94 views) install a ferrite core for the arc circuit breaker. might work - Complacentsee 2011-06-11 22:02:52 (95 views) is that hard? will i electrocute myself? - markitzero 2011-06-11 22:49:40 (99 views) maybe. I havent installed one myself. heard they work well from a cowoker/ ex elec inspector - Complacentsee 2011-06-12 21:34:42 (104 views) Is the printer one with a seperate power supply in the cord - Reggie 2011-06-11 21:16:41 (144 views) no... standard cord - markitzero 2011-06-11 22:49:05 (126 views) Have you tried swapping in another cord? - JimR 2011-06-12 09:04:05 (105 views) tried another cord... same results - markitzero 2011-06-12 15:31:01 (91 views) ^^ding^^ - PaulW 2011-06-12 12:29:28 (99 views) not yet.. but I did try plugging the cord in without it being attached to the printer and it did not - markitzero 2011-06-12 10:53:17 (103 views) The ARC Circuit breaker is the problem - samendolaro 2011-08-16 11:50:20 (67 views)
project success: replaced 12ft of flex dryer ducting with hard ducting w taped joints. - ModifiedA4 2011-06-10 18:17:20 (114 views) Cool, I will need to do something similar when I get further along with my basement project - BoneStockS4 2011-06-13 12:25:35 (48 views) Good stuff. I still have a section of semi-rigid aluminum duct...about 1/3 of my run I guess. - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-11 02:22:01 (118 views) Good jerb - Wascally Wabbit 2011-06-10 18:39:57 (85 views) agree - the flex is a real fire hazzard - Reggie 2011-06-10 19:15:13 (97 views)
Cordless drill recs? My now ancient Craftsman will not hold much of a charge (none of 3 batteries). - JeepRage 2011-06-09 13:26:26 (123 views) If you have a Menards near you, Masterforce Li-ion's - e40 2011-06-10 15:48:25 (160 views) I bought this combo recently. Extremely happy with it. - diehlryan 2011-06-10 10:32:54 (165 views) I picked up just the drill (w charger & 2 batteries) when it was on sale for $99. - DAP 2011-06-10 15:45:51 (94 views) made in Switzerland rather than China was a huge plus for me. - thinset 2011-06-10 15:40:29 (72 views) JeepRage: I use the driver more than the drill. - diehlryan 2011-06-10 12:05:36 (95 views) I have this DeWalt drill and love it. (mine's 18v) Pistol grip is a personal preference. - s.carder 2011-06-10 09:42:41 (123 views) dewalt 18v - ct_esq 2011-06-10 07:56:34 (91 views) Any particular model #? SO many versions. Not sure what "hammer" drill means for me, but - JeepRage 2011-06-10 08:33:12 (100 views) hammer function is typically used for drilling into concrete and brick... - thinset 2011-06-10 15:13:30 (89 views) Definately get LIthium batteries - you won't run into the recharging issues. - Reggie 2011-06-10 00:40:32 (148 views) li-ion is overkill for the home user imho - saucy 2011-06-10 02:03:26 (112 views) The issue is memory in the non Li batteries - Reggie 2011-06-10 10:44:41 (100 views) I'll be the pansy and add... - RKA 2011-06-10 10:47:30 (103 views) I like them for home use because I'm really bad at remembering to charge, or have a spare charged. - diehlryan 2011-06-10 10:36:37 (95 views) Many of the tool manufacturers have been moving toward Lithium batteries lately - gription 2011-06-10 08:43:01 (98 views) Yep, I've got a very old but perfectly good DeWalt ... except for the 3 dead batteries. - ryoung 2011-06-10 12:09:01 (77 views) I just went with one brand for everything... - RKA 2011-06-09 18:49:30 (104 views) Lowes had a nice deal on a Hitachi with 2 Li-Ion batteries that I purchased awhile ago - gription 2011-06-09 18:03:41 (99 views) Sounds about right for what I want. I have a rental property as well, so cordless would be nice for - JeepRage 2011-06-09 20:17:23 (80 views) Own 18V Milwaukees, Makitas and Hitachis, invariably I reach for the... - ICONCLS 2011-06-09 17:13:00 (132 views) I should add that I'm not a light user, and won't be for quite some time, but not commercial either. - JeepRage 2011-06-09 16:01:06 (95 views) Rented a Rigid hammer drill from Home Depot, bought the Bosch hammer drill shortly afterwards... - thinset 2011-06-09 15:55:02 (103 views) There was a large article/comparison recently in Family Handyman on impact drivers - TristanP 2011-06-09 14:18:45 (108 views) I bought a Kawasaki kit at COSTCO...I think it sucks ass. I am a light duty user. Skill saw is weak - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-09 13:54:58 (83 views)
Some rough-in pics from this morning... - ICONCLS 2011-06-09 07:58:17 (332 views) Looks great...really like the glass slidder hardware and the tile. - MARK(nmtt)S5 2011-06-11 00:14:57 (72 views) Very Nice. Get a package deal on the Totos? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-09 12:55:19 (71 views) We worked the "volume" angle on all the fixtures, save a few,... - ICONCLS 2011-06-09 14:32:50 (122 views) Big problem with the Kids' facilities - poor planning. - gription 2011-06-09 12:07:51 (166 views) We were really pushing to be in for the art show, but alas... - ICONCLS 2011-06-09 14:41:03 (115 views) Plan "B" is in place then. Good. - gription 2011-06-09 15:17:53 (72 views) I do have to button this thing up though, wife growing weary of me "bench" testing... - ICONCLS 2011-06-09 15:33:50 (173 views) Ok, now we're going to have to compare notes. - gription 2011-06-09 18:05:58 (104 views) You know I'm a peasant, fine libations would be wasted on me; however,... - ICONCLS 2011-06-09 21:38:17 (99 views)
P2F: Help with thermostat wiring - JeepRage 2011-06-07 22:25:20 (155 views) Wild guess is you are missing a jumper. I'll guess the R lines are 24VAC and C is the common - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-07 23:55:51 (74 views) Sorry about spelling, I had to post pic from phone and autospell changed a few words. - JeepRage 2011-06-08 07:06:45 (71 views) Dumb question....did your AC work with the old thermostat? and what kind of thermostat is it? - Seattle_Scott_inside_a_Virtual_Machine 2011-06-08 18:08:36 (62 views) Yes it did. I forget the brand, but my HVAC guy was over to measure for a gas line last night and - JeepRage 2011-06-09 08:23:47 (67 views)
Well, hottest day in 25 years, and AC is maybe on a 1/3 duty cycle. - rattyfox 2011-06-07 18:28:25 (103 views) I thought it was closer to 100% duty cycle on hottest day. - SteveH 2011-06-08 18:40:55 (60 views) Not sure. 100% load leaves no margin for error (rather, degraded equiptment, heat from cooking) - rattyfox 2011-06-08 20:49:02 (61 views) I think I remember reading that you may need to lower the temperature if you are planning a party - SteveH 2011-06-09 17:45:42 (59 views)

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