Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix
I have a vitamix. The blades are not sharp at all. It is made that way on purpose. It is a powerful machine and works well. - Original Message - From: Spiro To: Blindhandyman Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 11:36 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I have a quisineard (spelling) and it's like a blender with changible blades. Watch out, they are sharp. On Mon, 29 Mar 2010, Alan Terrie Robbins wrote: I have been considering getting a Vita Mix machine (kind of like a blender, or food processor) for the kitchen. Wondering if anyone on this list has or has had one and how blind friendly the units are? thanks Al [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix
If you want a vita mix, check out the Health Master, it is like the Vita Mix but much much cheaper. They can be purchased at Bed Bath and Beyond for $200.00 I paid $450.00 for my Vita Mix.. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Eugene Baroni Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 8:09 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I have a vitamix. The blades are not sharp at all. It is made that way on purpose. It is a powerful machine and works well. - Original Message - From: Spiro To: Blindhandyman Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 11:36 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I have a quisineard (spelling) and it's like a blender with changible blades. Watch out, they are sharp. On Mon, 29 Mar 2010, Alan Terrie Robbins wrote: I have been considering getting a Vita Mix machine (kind of like a blender, or food processor) for the kitchen. Wondering if anyone on this list has or has had one and how blind friendly the units are? thanks Al [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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_p agePAGE_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] Vita Mix
Do you mean Cuisinart? earlier, Spiro, wrote: I have a quisineard (spelling) and it's like a blender with changible blades. Watch out, they are sharp. On Mon, 29 Mar 2010, Alan Terrie Robbins wrote: I have been considering getting a Vita Mix machine (kind of like a blender, or food processor) for the kitchen. Wondering if anyone on this list has or has had one and how blind friendly the units are? thanks Al John Currently in Ocala, Florida Clear, 51°F Wind:W-280° at 3mph There is much that cannot be understood by the poor soul that thinks words are the same as thoughts. Created by Weather Signature v1.31 http://www.weathersig.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination
I don't buy it either. It's a sad day when our so called law makers have it set up so a store can be sued for selling a tool to someone who was incompetent to use it, and the same store can be sued for refusing to sell it, as well. Too many laws, too many lawyers. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dale Leavens Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010 6:19 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination No one seems to mind selling cars to drunks or who they sell guns to or soda and other junk food to the obese I don't buy it. 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: Friday, March 26, 2010 4:33 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination I do not agree with this however I can now understand the reluctance of selling some items to blind individuals. I was talking to a friend at the local hardware store and mentioned that some sales people do not want to sell power tools to the blind. He told me that it is not necessarily because you are blind. A few years ago a salesman in a department store sold something to an individual who was mentally incompetent. The individual got hurt and the family filed a suit against the store and salesman. It was settled out of court. Because of that some sales people are reluctant to sell to anyone that they believe could have a problem operating the machinery. As I said I do not agree with that but it now makes a little more sense understanding their attitude. --- 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_p agePAGE_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_p agePAGE_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] Router bit life
Fourteen. From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Alan Terrie Robbins Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010 6:22 PM To: Blindhandyman Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Router bit life Since using routers in my remodeled workshop is fairly new to me, I have a question. Can router bits be sharpened as can drill bits or does one simply discard them when dull, etc. Approximately what type usable life do they have? I realize part of the answer to this depends on how much one uses it. For example, today I put an edge on 3 sides of 4 1 by 12's I had made some shelves out of. Using this as an example, any idea how many shelves I could do like this before the bit needed to be replaced? thanks Al [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination
Sorry David, I sent my posting before I read your request. From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 7:57 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination I do agree, With all of the discussions thought the explaination from a tool salesman would be interesting to know, not to debate. my post was for information only. - Original Message - From: David Ferrin d...@jaws-users.com mailto:dpf%40jaws-users.com To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 12:21 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination I think this thread should be stopped. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com Life is what happens after you have already made other plans. - Original Message - From: Dan H. dan...@cox.net mailto:danvet%40cox.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010 11:00 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination nothing asinine about it. you better keep reading. that means you aren't any smarter than the dumbist blind person or retarded person I know. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ]On Behalf Of William Stephan Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010 6:53 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination A totally asinine position for anyone to take because the profoundly prejudicial assumption is that all blind people are equally incompetent. I've read a lot of case law dealing with product liability and I pretty much doubt that if a case like the one mentioned here went to trial the plaintiffs would win, though you never can tell about these things it's true. It's -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of Dale Leavens Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010 17:19 To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination No one seems to mind selling cars to drunks or who they sell guns to or soda and other junk food to the obese I don't buy it. If I was Han Solo I'd probably pet my wookie - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh lmch...@verizon.net mailto:lmchugh%40verizon.net To: handyman-blind blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010 4:33 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination I do not agree with this however I can now understand the reluctance of selling some items to blind individuals. I was talking to a friend at the local hardware store and mentioned that some sales people do not want to sell power tools to the blind. He told me that it is not necessarily because you are blind. A few years ago a salesman in a department store sold something to an individual who was mentally incompetent. The individual got hurt and the family filed a suit against the store and salesman. It was settled out of court. Because of that some sales people are reluctant to sell to anyone that they believe could have a problem operating the machinery. As I said I do not agree with that but it now makes a little more sense understanding their attitude. --- 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 mailto:blindhandyman-owner%40yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemaster http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_ p PAGE_user_op=view_p agePAGE_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
Re: [BlindHandyMan] not selling to blind explination
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 __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 4984 (20100330) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 4984 (20100330) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Audio Mixer
Hi Tom, Thanks for the advice. It's exactly what I've been told by a couple other people. Take care, Ed _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Tom Fowle Sent: Sunday, March 28, 2010 5:41 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Audio Mixer You definitely want to mix the signals so they are combined without having the output of one card effect the other. this requires electrical resistance between each output and the input. An actual mixer will do as required but connectors or capacitive coupling will not! Even transformer coupling will not provide the necessary issolation. Tom Fowle On Sat, Mar 27, 2010 at 04:50:04PM -0400, Edward Przybylek wrote: Hi Spiro, What's the difference between mix and couple. As I said in my earlier post, I simply want to combine the output of two sound cards through a single set of powered computer speakers. If coupling is simply combining the two outputs with some sort of Y-connector, I was advised not to do this. I was told that the output of one card could somehow affect the other card and cause damage to the card. Since both cards are fairly expensive, I'd rather not do anything that might cause me to have to replace one or both cards. Any advice is greatly appreciated. Take care, Ed Przybylek _ From: blindhandyman@ mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@ mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Spiro Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010 9:24 PM To: blindhandyman@ mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Audio Mixer 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] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible weather stations.
Melissa: I've not found a barometer as a stand-alone, though I imagine a complete weather station would have one as a part of it. If you just want a nice indoor/outdoor thermometer, there are several choices available. Independent Living Aids which I think is: www.independentliving.com or: ((800)537-2118 has one which will give you an on-demand reading of both indoor and outdoor temperatures, as well as a dayly high and low for both and a cumulative high and low. You're supposed to set the clock in the thing, but you need eyesight to do that, so the fix is just to remove and reinstall the batteries at like midnight or 1 a.m., I can't recall which. Hope that helps. Bill Stephan Kansas Citty MO Email: wstep...@everestkc.net Phone: (816)803-2469 - Original Message - From: Melissa Riley jamand...@izoom.net Date: Monday, March 29, 2010 5:24 pm Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible weather stations. Speaking of weather, does anyone know of a usable weather station that has the thermometer and/or the berometer? The kind many people keep either in their kitchen window or just outside their home? Warmly, Melissa From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Sam Leonard Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 3:35 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible weather stations. Hi all I've been lurking for a while and have gotten some good ideas about how to do things I would have never thought of. The electrical tape over the color identifier is one i wouldn't have thought of. Anyway I am interested in getting a weather station and need to pick y'alls brains about one that's accessible. I've seen the oregon scientific wmr968 and the FREEWx-Wi software but that's kinda old. the WMR968 is still available at ambentweather.com but I was hoping to get something more up to date. last update on the software was in 2006 thanks in advance for any ideas. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] brad point bits, metal?
Will brad point bits work in metal or are they just for use in wood? John Currently in Ocala, Florida Clear, 59°F Wind:NW-320° at 8mph Taxpayer: Someone who doesn't have to take a public service exam to work for the government. Created by Weather Signature v1.31 http://www.weathersig.com
[BlindHandyMan] More on studs.
That is more-space-on, not moron, studs. When I build the wall between the finished room and the shop area, if you remember, I am off-setting the studs so that the two wall surfaces are not tied together except at the header and footer. I was just wondering if there is any reason why I shouldn't turn the studs 90 degrees. That would give a wider surface to mount the wall cladding to, and I would think that the structural rigidity will mainly come from the footer and header connection, not so much from the studs. This would also make it easier to install insulation because the interlaced studs wouldn't overlap as much. Just checking sanity here. Thanks. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081
Re: [BlindHandyMan] brad point bits, metal?
Wood or plastic On Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:24:10 -0400you write: Will brad point bits work in metal or are they just for use in wood? John
Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix
I believe the Vitimix can be had for about $300 from Costco. Check around, I did not pay that much for mine, I think it was a little over $300 or $350. Of course I got mine over 10 years ago and it is still just as good as new. Whatever you get, just make sure it meets your needs, that is more important than which brand/model. On Mar 30, 2010, at 8:13 AM, Andrew J. LaPointe wrote: If you want a vita mix, check out the Health Master, it is like the Vita Mix but much much cheaper. They can be purchased at Bed Bath and Beyond for $200.00 I paid $450.00 for my Vita Mix.. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Eugene Baroni Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 8:09 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I have a vitamix. The blades are not sharp at all. It is made that way on purpose. It is a powerful machine and works well. - Original Message - From: Spiro To: Blindhandyman Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 11:36 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I have a quisineard (spelling) and it's like a blender with changible blades. Watch out, they are sharp. On Mon, 29 Mar 2010, Alan Terrie Robbins wrote: I have been considering getting a Vita Mix machine (kind of like a blender, or food processor) for the kitchen. Wondering if anyone on this list has or has had one and how blind friendly the units are? thanks Al [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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_p agePAGE_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 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: blindhandyman-dig...@yahoogroups.com blindhandyman-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: blindhandyman-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix
Thanks to all who responded to my inquiry. I did order the Vita mix but get a free in home trial of 30 days. How does the Health Master compare in customer support and warranty? thanks Al -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Andrew J. LaPointe Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 8:13 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix If you want a vita mix, check out the Health Master, it is like the Vita Mix but much much cheaper. They can be purchased at Bed Bath and Beyond for $200.00 I paid $450.00 for my Vita Mix.. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Eugene Baroni Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 8:09 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I have a vitamix. The blades are not sharp at all. It is made that way on purpose. It is a powerful machine and works well. - Original Message - From: Spiro To: Blindhandyman Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 11:36 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I have a quisineard (spelling) and it's like a blender with changible blades. Watch out, they are sharp. On Mon, 29 Mar 2010, Alan Terrie Robbins wrote: I have been considering getting a Vita Mix machine (kind of like a blender, or food processor) for the kitchen. Wondering if anyone on this list has or has had one and how blind friendly the units are? thanks Al [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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 _p agePAGE_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 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] More on studs.
I wouldn't do it but it will depend on how you are going to attach the wall paneling. A 2 by 4 on the flat will have a lot of spring in the middle. It will be almost impossible to drive nails. If you are planning to use screws it may not be so bad. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: m...@maxsmusicplace.com Transistor site http://www.funwithtransistors.net Vacuum tube site: http://www.funwithtubes.net Music site: http://www.maxsmusicplace.com To subscribe to the fun with transistors group send an email to. funwithtransistors-subscr...@yahoogroups.com To subscribe to the fun with tubes group send an email to, funwithtubes-subscr...@yahoogroups.com - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi d...@andrew.cmu.edu To: Blind Handyman List BlindHandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 10:05 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] More on studs. That is more-space-on, not moron, studs. When I build the wall between the finished room and the shop area, if you remember, I am off-setting the studs so that the two wall surfaces are not tied together except at the header and footer. I was just wondering if there is any reason why I shouldn't turn the studs 90 degrees. That would give a wider surface to mount the wall cladding to, and I would think that the structural rigidity will mainly come from the footer and header connection, not so much from the studs. This would also make it easier to install insulation because the interlaced studs wouldn't overlap as much. Just checking sanity here. Thanks. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 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] Vita Mix
Scott, Thanks for the update. Vita Mix is recommending the 5200 series for household use. It currently sells for $459.00I have seen other models on Amazon E Bay. I don't think you can get the free in home 30 day trial from the store. Al -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Scott Howell Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 12:03 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I believe the Vitimix can be had for about $300 from Costco. Check around, I did not pay that much for mine, I think it was a little over $300 or $350. Of course I got mine over 10 years ago and it is still just as good as new. Whatever you get, just make sure it meets your needs, that is more important than which brand/model. On Mar 30, 2010, at 8:13 AM, Andrew J. LaPointe wrote: If you want a vita mix, check out the Health Master, it is like the Vita Mix but much much cheaper. They can be purchased at Bed Bath and Beyond for $200.00 I paid $450.00 for my Vita Mix.. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Eugene Baroni Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 8:09 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I have a vitamix. The blades are not sharp at all. It is made that way on purpose. It is a powerful machine and works well. - Original Message - From: Spiro To: Blindhandyman Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 11:36 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Vita Mix I have a quisineard (spelling) and it's like a blender with changible blades. Watch out, they are sharp. On Mon, 29 Mar 2010, Alan Terrie Robbins wrote: I have been considering getting a Vita Mix machine (kind of like a blender, or food processor) for the kitchen. Wondering if anyone on this list has or has had one and how blind friendly the units are? thanks Al [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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=pagemasterPAG E_user_op=view_p agePAGE_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 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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=pagemasterPAG E_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: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible weather stations.
That does help, thank you much. Warmly, Melissa From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of wstep...@everestkc.net Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 9:16 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible weather stations. Melissa: I've not found a barometer as a stand-alone, though I imagine a complete weather station would have one as a part of it. If you just want a nice indoor/outdoor thermometer, there are several choices available. Independent Living Aids which I think is: www.independentliving.com or: ((800)537-2118 has one which will give you an on-demand reading of both indoor and outdoor temperatures, as well as a dayly high and low for both and a cumulative high and low. You're supposed to set the clock in the thing, but you need eyesight to do that, so the fix is just to remove and reinstall the batteries at like midnight or 1 a.m., I can't recall which. Hope that helps. Bill Stephan Kansas Citty MO Email: wstep...@everestkc.net mailto:wstephan%40everestkc.net Phone: (816)803-2469 - Original Message - From: Melissa Riley jamand...@izoom.net mailto:jamandgab%40izoom.net Date: Monday, March 29, 2010 5:24 pm Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible weather stations. Speaking of weather, does anyone know of a usable weather station that has the thermometer and/or the berometer? The kind many people keep either in their kitchen window or just outside their home? Warmly, Melissa From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com ]On Behalf Of Sam Leonard Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 3:35 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible weather stations. Hi all I've been lurking for a while and have gotten some good ideas about how to do things I would have never thought of. The electrical tape over the color identifier is one i wouldn't have thought of. Anyway I am interested in getting a weather station and need to pick y'alls brains about one that's accessible. I've seen the oregon scientific wmr968 and the FREEWx-Wi software but that's kinda old. the WMR968 is still available at ambentweather.com but I was hoping to get something more up to date. last update on the software was in 2006 thanks in advance for any ideas. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] changed subject: dish washing.
Aloha Blaine, I have a dishwasher because my other half thinks it is his job to wash dishes and they are not clean. I've been washing dishes for more years than I am willing to admit here, but I assure you that I will never forget how. There are some items that I still wash by hand. I must say that since we installed the dishwasher, my water bill has gone down $7 per month. My dishwasher does not require me to rinse the dishes before putting them in. I only have to make sure that there are no chunks of food on them. Betsy At 08:17 AM 3/30/2010, you wrote: I actually like washing dishes but when there is company I load the dishwasher. Even if I had kids I would still do dishes or get them to, what do you do if the dishwasher breaks down? too many people depend on it. When I lived at home with my mom, two sisters, and brother I would unload the dishwasher and do the dishes that way. My mom didn't like that as I was doing the job of what everyone else did but the way I saw it is if you do the dishes after meals then there isn't that much. Plus if I have to rinse off the dishs to put them in I might as well just do them. Plus it keeps my hands soft, perfect for reading braille or doing something else. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] changed subject: dish washing.
On Tue, 30 Mar 2010 09:51:56 -1000you write: Aloha Blaine, I have a dishwasher because my other half thinks it is his job to wash dishes and they are not clean. I've been washing dishes for more years than I am willing to admit here, but I assure you that I will never forget how. There are some items that I still wash by han d. I must say that since we installed the dishwasher, my water bill has gone down $7 per month. My dishwasher does not require me to rinse the dishes before putting them in. I only have to make sure that there are no chunks of food on them. Betsy I have a dishwasher also. Like yours, I don't have to even rense them. Nore, do I have to get the food off. Although, sometimes, my dishwasher makes these terrible noises. I've tried to fix the problem; but, have no idea the cause. Her name is Cheryl. Terry
Re: [BlindHandyMan] changed subject: dish washing.
Well maybe Sheryl needs a break and you need to buy a Terry and try it. I hear they sell them at sears. lol. I don't think we would have had to rinse off the dishes but that was just a rule of my mom and I don't see the point. It's funny though when they don't have a dishwasher how people complain that they have to do dishes. I don't mind it and do it after every meal and then they're done and put away. they can wait too if I have company as I don't have a dishwasher in my apartment. Plus I'm a student and can't really afford to get one. Otherwise I would and if I'm busy might thro the dishes in and get them done and then all I have to do is put them away. Talk to you later. Blaine - Original Message - From: Terry Klarich To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 2:12 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] changed subject: dish washing. On Tue, 30 Mar 2010 09:51:56 -1000you write: Aloha Blaine, I have a dishwasher because my other half thinks it is his job to wash dishes and they are not clean. I've been washing dishes for more years than I am willing to admit here, but I assure you that I will never forget how. There are some items that I still wash by han d. I must say that since we installed the dishwasher, my water bill has gone down $7 per month. My dishwasher does not require me to rinse the dishes before putting them in. I only have to make sure that there are no chunks of food on them. Betsy I have a dishwasher also. Like yours, I don't have to even rense them. Nore, do I have to get the food off. Although, sometimes, my dishwasher makes these terrible noises. I've tried to fix the problem; but, have no idea the cause. Her name is Cheryl. Terry [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] More on studs.
You could do that but I think you will be surprised at how much deflection there is in a stud sideways on. This also means movement and maybe more sound transmission. If I was Han Solo I'd probably pet my wookie - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: Blind Handyman List Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 11:05 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] More on studs. That is more-space-on, not moron, studs. When I build the wall between the finished room and the shop area, if you remember, I am off-setting the studs so that the two wall surfaces are not tied together except at the header and footer. I was just wondering if there is any reason why I shouldn't turn the studs 90 degrees. That would give a wider surface to mount the wall cladding to, and I would think that the structural rigidity will mainly come from the footer and header connection, not so much from the studs. This would also make it easier to install insulation because the interlaced studs wouldn't overlap as much. Just checking sanity here. Thanks. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] brad point bits, metal?
I'd stay away from metal. The point would no doubt start but the flutes are pretty flat at the end and it would have to bore through the metal instead of drill through it. - Original Message - From: john schwery To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 10:24 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] brad point bits, metal? Will brad point bits work in metal or are they just for use in wood? John Currently in Ocala, Florida Clear, 59°F Wind:NW-320° at 8mph Taxpayer: Someone who doesn't have to take a public service exam to work for the government. Created by Weather Signature v1.31 . http://www.weathersig.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] More on studs.
It won't hurt anything going that way. Again it isn't a weight bearing wall. And it would sure be easier to find the studs for screwing on the drywall. - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: Blind Handyman List Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 11:05 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] More on studs. That is more-space-on, not moron, studs. When I build the wall between the finished room and the shop area, if you remember, I am off-setting the studs so that the two wall surfaces are not tied together except at the header and footer. I was just wondering if there is any reason why I shouldn't turn the studs 90 degrees. That would give a wider surface to mount the wall cladding to, and I would think that the structural rigidity will mainly come from the footer and header connection, not so much from the studs. This would also make it easier to install insulation because the interlaced studs wouldn't overlap as much. Just checking sanity here. Thanks. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] mail box wet
I have noticed that after a rain, our mail box would have a little bit of water in it. To drill some drainage holes in the bottom of the box, i bought a right angle drill attachment from Harbor Freight for $18. It is made by Chicago Electric and has a keyless chuck. Not having much room in the box to work with, I took a nail and a small tack hammer and made by center punch of holes. Then, I put the attachment on my drill and starting with a small bit, I used bigger bits to make the holes big enough. Then, I took a pointed grinding wheel, put that in my drill and took care of the burs in the holes, left over from drilling. I'm pleased with the right angle attachment and we will see if the water drains out after the next rain. John Currently in Ocala, Florida Clear, 62°F Wind:WSW-250° at 10mph gusting to 17mph Unix is user-friendly. It's just very selective about who its friends are. Created by Weather Signature v1.31 http://www.weathersig.com
Re: [BlindHandyMan] mail box wet
That sounds alittle like shutting the stable door after the horse has bolted. OK, the water is getting out after it has soaked everything that is in the mailbox, but wouldn't it be better, in the first place, to find out how the water is getting in and, in the second place, preventing it from continuing to do so? Jewel- Original Message - From: john schwery jschw...@embarqmail.com To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, March 31, 2010 1:05 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] mail box wet I have noticed that after a rain, our mail box would have a little bit of water in it. To drill some drainage holes in the bottom of the box, i bought a right angle drill attachment from Harbor Freight for $18. It is made by Chicago Electric and has a keyless chuck. Not having much room in the box to work with, I took a nail and a small tack hammer and made by center punch of holes. Then, I put the attachment on my drill and starting with a small bit, I used bigger bits to make the holes big enough. Then, I took a pointed grinding wheel, put that in my drill and took care of the burs in the holes, left over from drilling. I'm pleased with the right angle attachment and we will see if the water drains out after the next rain. John Currently in Ocala, Florida Clear, 62°F Wind:WSW-250° at 10mph gusting to 17mph Unix is user-friendly. It's just very selective about who its friends are. Created by Weather Signature v1.31 . http://www.weathersig.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 __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4986 (20100330) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com
[BlindHandyMan] panel carrier.
I finally found a sheet good carrier, or panel carrier, at Harbor Freight. It was 5 bucks, made of metal, and put together backwards. The handle bends over the channel at the bottom rather than away from it. Luckily, it was just held together with a couple of screws, so I was able to turn the handle around. I will probably use a piece of one inch tubular webbing looped over my shoulder and hanging down my side so that I can hook the handle of the carrier through it, and thus carry the weight on my shoulder. Tomorrow morning, 12 sheets of 3/4 inch OSB, 42 studs, a few 2X6s and three 4X4s will be arriving at the bottom of my stairs. Should be a busy morning of hauling. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081
Re: [BlindHandyMan] More on studs.
Good points all. It was a thought but that is why I asked here. Looks like it is probably a better idea to not turn the studs 90 degrees. Much appreciated. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081
Re: [BlindHandyMan] panel carrier.
Hey maybe you can get a job assembling at Harbor Freight. Apparently you don't need to read directions and the pictures didn't seem to help. - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: Blind Handyman List Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 9:19 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] panel carrier. I finally found a sheet good carrier, or panel carrier, at Harbor Freight. It was 5 bucks, made of metal, and put together backwards. The handle bends over the channel at the bottom rather than away from it. Luckily, it was just held together with a couple of screws, so I was able to turn the handle around. I will probably use a piece of one inch tubular webbing looped over my shoulder and hanging down my side so that I can hook the handle of the carrier through it, and thus carry the weight on my shoulder. Tomorrow morning, 12 sheets of 3/4 inch OSB, 42 studs, a few 2X6s and three 4X4s will be arriving at the bottom of my stairs. Should be a busy morning of hauling. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [BlindHandyMan] panel carrier.
Bob, I kept looking at the thing trying to figure out if it was right, but it just seemed backwards. So, when I got home, I pulled up the website and asked Teresa to take a look at the picture, and she said that it was definitely backwards to what was in the picture. The way it was, you would be grinding your knuckles into the board you were carrying. My knuckles are already scraped up from dragging on the ground, I don't need them looking any worse. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel:(412) 268-9081
Re: [BlindHandyMan] panel carrier.
Well we can't have those knuckles helping you look more like a gorilla so I'm glad you got it fixed. - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 9:41 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] panel carrier. Bob, I kept looking at the thing trying to figure out if it was right, but it just seemed backwards. So, when I got home, I pulled up the website and asked Teresa to take a look at the picture, and she said that it was definitely backwards to what was in the picture. The way it was, you would be grinding your knuckles into the board you were carrying. My knuckles are already scraped up from dragging on the ground, I don't need them looking any worse. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: d...@andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
