RE: [BlindHandyMan] skunk spray
Hi, I agree!! that fomular works great. You may want to use Dawn Detergent. Dawn breaks down the skunk oils more rapidly. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Joy Cyr Sent: Monday, August 30, 2010 8:19 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] skunk spray When my dog got sprayed my vet recommended a mixture of two cups hydrogen peroxide (the regular three percent, not the one used for bleaching), a half cup of baking soda, and two tablespoons of dish soap. Unfortunately I got this invaluable advice the next morning since the little dear had the bad taste to get sprayed in the middle of the night, however, I have spoken with many people who used a version of this since and they swear by it. I don't see why it couldn't be applied to clothing or anything else that was touched by the spray. My reflex was to grab for the baking soda which did take care of the bit that had dripped on the carpet. However, even better I have since discovered Arm Hammer's Washing Soda! It isn't the same as baking soda, and its getting harder to find but is often available in the laundry section of the store. Its a large box of powder and there is absolutely nothing like it for dealing with unpleasant odours. You can use it in many different ways, not just in the washer. It eats protein so can't be used on wool that's the only thing to be aware of when using it. A few vital boxes helped me get through a very bad (long) cat illness a year or so ago when he wasn't able to control his bladder, ... and if you've smelt cat urine then you can appreciate how special Washing Soda really is! Best of luck to your daughter, ... not an ideal way to start the week! Joy Please take a few moments to browse and enjoy my original artwork at: www.tigerfeathers.ca [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 archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: blindhandyman-h...@yahoogroups.comyahoo! Groups Links
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Needle threader
Hi Andy here in Salem, MA. I could use one of those. Every so often, I have to sew a button or something but, have tons of trouble with the needle. I have used the Buttonare, which is a fastener type of button . There's no sewing but, it is not as good as the old time sewing. Please send me one of these. Andrew LaPointe 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 Let me know what I need to send you to cover your postage and time. Thanks so very much. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Greg Roggeman Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 8:18 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Needle threader My wife works at a non-profit organization called Service Club for the Blind here in St. Louis. She says they have loads of needle threaders that they give to members free of charge. She said that anyone interested can email her their address and she will send one out no charge. She can send them to any country, too. :-) These are the type with the diamond shaped wire with the metal disk to hold on to. Just send your address to: Lisa Roggeman l...@roggeman.com Cheers, --Greg [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
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] Smith Wesson® 44 Mag Tool®
WHERE DO YOU GET THIS? aNDYY -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Max Robinson Sent: Monday, March 15, 2010 1:13 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Smith Wesson® 44 Mag Tool® Smith Wesson® 44 Mag Tool A Smith and Wesson 44 with all those extra tools sounds like a Swiss army gun. They forgot to mention that you can also use it to drill holes, all be it of one size. 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: Lenny McHugh lmch...@verizon.net To: handyman-blind blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, March 15, 2010 7:40 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Smith Wesson® 44 Mag Tool® Does anyone have this multi-tool? If so do you like it. Grizzly has it on clearance for $10. I am thinking about ordering several. One for me and 6 for some Christmas stocking stuffers. Smith Wesson® 44 Mag Tool® escription Without a doubt, the best multi-tool around. Aside from its superior quality, the 44 Mag Tool® is the only one to feature a double-sided diamond file. Features: a.. Needlenose pliers b.. Wire cutters c.. Crimpers d.. Scissors e.. Bottle opener f.. Can opener g.. 1/8, 3/16, 1/4 straight Phillips® type screwdrivers h.. Double-sided diamond file i.. Awl j.. Lanyard k.. Regular blade l.. Serrated blade m.. Criss-cross saw --- Please visit my home page; it is motivational, inspirational and humorous with many resources for the blind. http://www.lennymchugh.com Lenny Please Copy and Paste into New Message to pass along. Use BCC line when addressing. Help stop identity theft. Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_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 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
RE: [BlindHandyMan] need some serious help please read regarding my shower
check the temp on the thermostat.. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Julio and Los pintores De La Cumbia Sent: Saturday, March 13, 2010 2:01 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] need some serious help please read regarding my shower hello guys just got a new water heatter because I thoght that the one that I have was going bad when I get in the shower about 2 minutes later my water gos cold does anyone know why? Sent from My T-mobile Dash 3g. Julio Morones Keyboardist for Los Pintores De La Cumbia MySpace page for the band www.myspace.com/pintores Nickname Soda-pop Email Address jmoro...@ca.rr.com Skype jmorones03 Klango Sodapop Windows Live Messenger only jmorone...@hotmail.com Home Phone 323-451-3633 Mobile Phone You can text as well. 323-842-0104 Los Angeles CA [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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] majestic ice melt
Hi, my daughter's boy friend works for a landscaper and plows during the winter. His company has this stuff called magic salt. It has a whiskey product in with the salt which doesn't harm the walkways or corrode anything. I will keep the ice and snow soft up to 25 degrees below. It really works. Now, the Home Depot version is called Blizzard wizard... Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Friday, February 19, 2010 8:23 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] majestic ice melt Yes, that is the stuff, I think it is dyed green. It works wonders - Original Message - From: Spiro sp...@iamspiro.com To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, February 19, 2010 4:53 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Great idea. Is it a blue-ish color? I pay $18 and get it shipped to me as I haven't access often. That's the stuff I took with me in a brown bag in my pcket three times to work this week and dumped handfuls where needed so I wouldn't slide twice. Great stuff. On Fri, 19 Feb 2010, Lenny McHugh wrote: The ice melt that I use is called majestic. It also is safe for pets, kids, lawns and carpets. I purchased mine at Lowes for $15 for a 50 pound bag. - Original Message - From: Spiro sp...@iamspiro.com To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, February 19, 2010 4:16 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Great idea. insurance companies are slow to cover a residence with a flat roof for theis reason. Professional ice melt is quoted down to -12 but I think it's more accurately trusted to 0. I tossed some onto my auning and there are no icycles after the first day. Don't know what ths aalts will do to your structures, but the Ice Melt (mcmater Carr supply) is safe for lawns, pets, and sidewalks. On Thu, 18 Feb 2010, Dan Rossi wrote: Well, this was all good fun anyway. Yes, your run of the mill hand held torch will do very little against any real mass of ice, as many people in the area are finding out. My neighbors and I have kicked around a number of concepts for bleeding off the water in the ice dams along our roof-lines. Anywhere from hooking up a hose to the hot water tap and strapping the hose to a long pipe. To dumping calcium chloride in a few key spots. I personally know three people who have already had major ceiling damage caused by ice dams on their roofs. There are some pretty serious icicles hanging off the buildings around campus. Apparently, one building has icicles that grew curved due to some strong wind funneling in the area. My buddy says they are about 8 to 10 feet long and curved so they look like a long row of pretty serious teeth. Oh well. Guess I'll just go out with a shovel over the weekend and hack a path through the worst parts of the sidewalks. -- 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_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 __ NOD32 4881 (20100219) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_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:
RE: [BlindHandyMan] slip resistant footwear another great test
Hi Lenny, I contacted the distributor by the name of Nolan. I ordered a pair of Yacktracks and he is sending me a pair of the ones you were sent. He gave me your tele number to ask you some questions about your on going experience of these new anti slip footwear. I am demonstrating these devices over our local cable via a Commission on Disabilities meeting. Can I have your permission to call you in the near future? Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 7:25 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] slip resistant footware another great test Hey Scott, The distributor that I used is http://www.slipresistant.net Or you could contact the manufacturer: Jordan David Safety 400 Babylon Road Horsham, PA 19044 i...@jordandavid.com P 1-888-NO-SLIPS P 1-888-667-5477 - Original Message - From: Scott Howell s.how...@verizon.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 5:35 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] slip resistant footware another great test Do you know if they make the Ultra Grip that would fit cowboy boots or boots with a more pointed toe or are they more universal? Oh and would you mind sharing the contact info again? I thought I had filed it away, but cannot put my cursor on it. grin. THanks, On Jan 4, 2010, at 11:15 PM, Lenny McHugh wrote: Well, today I went for almost a mile walk. Most of the sidewalks were cleared but there was an occasional icy spot. I had no problem walking on the clear dry pavement and could tell when on ice but no sliding. Once or twice my foot slid less than an inch. then later we had to go looking for a new microwave. I kept my boots on with the ultra grip lite attached. Walked across a dry parking lot into wall-mart and walked all around the store with not removing them or experiencing any difference than just walking with the boots. When we came out there was a light covering of snow and again no problem. I talked to the manufacturer about sizing. I want to get some for my wife and daughters. He told me that his wife wears a size 6 and uses the very small. For my wife size 8 they suggested a small. If there is any problem with the size exchange is no problem. I also learned that there is a life time warranty against manufacturer defects. --- Please visit my home page; it is motivational, inspirational and humorous with many resources for the blind. http://www.lennymchugh.com Lenny Please Copy and Paste into New Message to pass along. Use BCC line when addressing. Help stop identity theft. Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to link http://www.acbradio.org/pweb/index.php?module=pagemasterPAGE_user_op=view_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 __ NOD32 4744 (20100105) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com Send any questions regarding list management to: blindhandyman-ow...@yahoogroups.com To listen to the show archives go to
RE: [BlindHandyMan] drain cleaners
Hi, I remember a landlord of mine in the past had a gallon jug of this extremely strong liquid drain cleaner. You get it at the plumbing supply store and now available at Lows or Home Depot. You pour some down the drain and wait about 5 minutes and then the clog pushes up like a geyser. The pressure of the chemical reaction is quite impressive. I wouldn't use it pvc piping only in metal pipes that are not too too old. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Lee A. Stone Sent: Saturday, January 02, 2010 4:35 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] drain cleaners thanks much. must be serious if the jug comes inside a plastic bag. do you remember where you bought this?? I nee do feel up my pipes more downstairs . I know there is a main line clean out and I know there is a cleanout under the lines that come from the kitchen sink because we are going to change that . to install a door at the bottom of the outside bilco doors. L On Sat, Jan 02, 2010 at 03:15:53PM -0600, William Stephan wrote: Lee: I have some that's specifically intended for hair that works well in say a bath tub. I also have some that's got a fairly concentration of sulphuric acid in it. I can't for the life of me get my scanner to read the name of the stuff, just the many warnings, but it comes in a large white jug in a plastic bag. It really does work well, but you want to use it only when you can open the windows for a while cause the interaction between the acid and what's blocking your drain will stink like the worst rotten egg smell you can imagine. I'll try and get you the name of what I haveand Email you. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lee A. Stone Sent: Saturday, January 02, 2010 10:23 To: Blind Handyman Subject: [BlindHandyMan] drain cleaners is there a more powerfull drain cleaner that we can buy over the counter besides Mr.Plumber. I am referring I think to hair in one drain and not sure what they put down the kitchen sink. thanks. Lee -- Wanna buy a duck? . [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] -- You worry too much about your job. Stop it. You are not paid enough to worry. . 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
[BlindHandyMan] black and Decker vac combo
Hi, there was an info mercial last Sunday on a tri-vac with 12volt. Suppose to be able to vac stairs and blow leaves and with a push of a button, vac the leaves into a bag while mulching. It costs $104.00 with shipping and was wondering if anyone else heard this and what you think. Do you know of a good blower-vac that is easy to use without sight? Thanks for any support and advice. Andy Andrew J. LaPointe Commissioner, Salem Commission on Disabilities President, Friends of the Salem Council on Aging 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 978-745-4289 e-mail alapoint...@comcast.net
RE: [BlindHandyMan] have ya used the rotomatic?
Hi, where do you get these products? I have the talking tape measure and don't trust it. It sounds like I should have the click rule and the roto one in my tool box. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of wstep...@everestkc.net Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:32 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] have ya used the rotomatic? `I have both, and aside from the difference in accuracy, what you're mainly going to use the thing for wil probably determine which you should buy. The click rule is accurate to 1/16 inch, whereas the rotomatic is accurac\te down to 1.64 inch and more if you like to estimate. If you're going to be measuring a lot, then the click rule is quicker and easier. If you need 1/64 accuracy or are going to use the tool like a measuring gauge say for cutting or drilling, then probably the rotomatic is what you want. both are very nice and well-thought-out tools though. Bill Stephan Kansas Citty MO Email: wstep...@everestkc.net Phone: (816)803-2469 - Original Message - From: Matt mattmull...@suddenlink.net Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 7:15 pm Subject: [BlindHandyMan] have ya used the rotomatic? Seems like we discussed this before I chose the clickrule, but I can't remember the info shared concerning the rotomatic. Anyone got an opinion or experience to share? Never seen one myself. You have to turn a nut do ya? Is that dificult while the ruler is on the wood? Matt [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] a rat problem
get some cyote urine at a local Agway or Farm supply store. It works. If you don't have any dogs or cats, you can use D-Con. Keep the lids on all trash cans and other areas that food is located. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Terry Klarich Sent: Wednesday, July 29, 2009 9:39 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] a rat problem I was thinking about a few cats with atitudes. Get some cats and feed them hardly anything at all. Make them fend for themselfs. Seriously, that is what my Grandfather did in his hay barn. The only thing, I can't vouch for with absolute certainty is whether the cats had little attitudes or not. :) On Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:11:04 -0500you write: If only you could hire the Pied Piper... Other than that I suppose poison and traps are the only option. Tom -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of carl Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:31 PM To: anamals; blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] a rat problem we hav a rat problem due to next dor not takeing mutch cair of heas propaty is thair a humain way to get them to leave? 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.392 / Virus Database: 270.13.34/2268 - Release Date: 07/29/09 06:12:00
RE: [BlindHandyMan] C Crane Radio
Hi what is a CC radio? What are the benefits of this. I know that Crane is a great place because I called them about 10 years ago for another item. And -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Spiro Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 4:08 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] C Crane Radio I didn't have that problem, but did have to send mine back after about 20 months. Something to do with that switch on the right hand side. It wouldn't un-do as it was supposed, when the whole radio cut out. They were quite coll and decent about everything. On Wed, 1 Jul 2009, Dave Mitchell wrote: Hi, I'll be putting in a call to C Crane tomorrow but had a question for the list. The On / Off switch on my CC Plus radio just failed. The radio is out of warranty but I was wondering if others have experienced a similar problem. The button is stuck and I have used a feeler gauge without success to try to release it although I could tell it was beginning to fail as the spring loaded feel of the button was getting progressively weaker over time. I have always been happy with Customer Service at C Crane but I did want to hear if others have had this problem with CC Plus radios as I mentioned. Thanks, Mitch [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 Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.375 / Virus Database: 270.13.1/2212 - Release Date: 07/01/09 05:53:00
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Above ground pools?
Hi Lee, can you clarify the automatic vac? The only vac I have is the one with the long pole attached to the triangle assory which filters to the filter (DE Earth). I also had a Droid which ran under to the bottom with good water pressure but, this gets stuck so very easy that it is not worth using. Is there another type you would recommend? Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Lee A. Stone Sent: Tuesday, June 30, 2009 8:26 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Above ground pools? Andy, we have a 33 foot above above ground pool . I , like you found a problem in getting that last bit of debris out and still do at times and I'll tell you why. as your pool water blows back in and moves things around the last of the silt and debris usually ends up dead center of the pool . What I use most of the time before the automatic vac is the bigger vac which is hooked to a three stage pole extender and just move in and out as far as the pole will go with this pole fully extended. all from standing outside.. then if the water is warm enough I later get inside the pool at the pool stairs and then use the vac from that position. finally I just turn the automatic loose. I totally agree . early on one needs to have someone at the pool pump as the pressure quickly rises u0p.. Also note if you are using a D E filter system you only need to use half the earth while doing this heavy vac work. good luck. we just yesterday opened up and the pool is still filling. the last 6 inches. Lee On Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 07:47:16AM -0400, Andrew J. LaPointe wrote: Hi, I have a 24 ft. above ground pool and always have a hard time to clean the bottom at the beginning of the season. I use a leaf eater attached to a hose which makes the leaves and debree rise into the burlap bags. Now, what I need to do is, figure out a method that will help me concentrate on the area of the pool that has the debree that needs to be taken out. I found that I am spending too much time on areas of the pool that has no debree. I am sure that I am not the only one doing this... At this point, I could vacuum out the pool but, I need two people because the pressure elevates too quick due to the dirt and such. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Andy Andrew J. LaPointe Commissioner, Salem Commission on Disabilities President, Friends of the Salem Council on Aging 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 978-745-4289 e-mail alapoint...@comcast.net -- I'm a lucky guy, and I'm happy to be with the Yankees. And I want to thank everyone for making this night necessary. -- Yogi Berra at a dinner in his honor . 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 Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.375 / Virus Database: 270.12.93/2206 - Release Date: 06/29/09 14:43:00
[BlindHandyMan] Above ground pools?
Hi, I have a 24 ft. above ground pool and always have a hard time to clean the bottom at the beginning of the season. I use a leaf eater attached to a hose which makes the leaves and debree rise into the burlap bags. Now, what I need to do is, figure out a method that will help me concentrate on the area of the pool that has the debree that needs to be taken out. I found that I am spending too much time on areas of the pool that has no debree. I am sure that I am not the only one doing this... At this point, I could vacuum out the pool but, I need two people because the pressure elevates too quick due to the dirt and such. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Andy Andrew J. LaPointe Commissioner, Salem Commission on Disabilities President, Friends of the Salem Council on Aging 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 978-745-4289 e-mail alapoint...@comcast.net
RE: [BlindHandyMan] screw driving and drilling straight
Hi, I am interested with your method Can you explain the 1 2 3 thing? I spend tons of time drilling or screwing and still get things crocked... Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Noel Romey Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2009 8:25 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] screw driving and drilling straight I suppose you could say the same thing about drilling a hole in a block. Perhaps the bracket method would take up the least amount of space then? Noel On 6/23/09, john schwery jschw...@embarqmail.com wrote: Noel, I had a drill guide for awhile but gave it away. They are ok if you have open space to use it. But if you are drilling near an edge in a tight spot, they are useless. earlier, Noel Romey, wrote: The only reason I can think there's a greater sign is because of quoting. As per my question, has anyone used a drill guide tool? Seems like the guide would be a useful thing too. Noel On 6/23/09, Tom Hodges mailto:tomhodges%40fuse.nettomhod...@fuse.net wrote: I cut a Vee into a piece of three quarter inch wood and hold my screw or Drill bit into the Vee to hold it straight. From: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandy...@yahoogroups.co m [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dan Rossi Sent: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 11:44 AM To: mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.comblindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] screw driving and rilling straight Noel, What I do when I am drilling, is I take a block that I know is nice and square, actually, I use a 1 2 3 setup block. I stand that up next to the spot where I want to drill, then just line up the drill bit with the edge of the block. Once you get the drill going, you can slide the block out of the way. Does a great job for me. -- Blue skies. Dan Rossi Carnegie Mellon University. E-Mail: mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edud...@andrew.cmu.edu mailto:dr25%40andrew.cmu.edu Tel: (412) 268-9081 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] John [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 Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.375 / Virus Database: 270.12.89/2197 - Release Date: 06/23/09 05:54:00
[BlindHandyMan] Rug shampoo rug doctor
Does anyone have any knowledge of the rug doctor machine? This is a $700.00 product and I would like to get some input on the rug doctor or another machine that works great.. Andy Andrew J. LaPointe Commissioner, Salem Commission on Disabilities President, Friends of the Salem Council on Aging 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 978-745-4289 e-mail alapoint...@comcast.net
RE: [BlindHandyMan] New info on Verizon TALKS phone
Hi, I am getting ready to upgrade my lg verizon phone. The one I have now is the 4650 and works very well for me. I got this phone about 2 years ago and would like to know wht would be better as far as voice activated types. Last time I upgraded, I spoke to a verizon rep who gave me the recommendation to the 4650 but, now, due to the closing of Circuit City, I don't know where she is. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Tom Vos Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 10:28 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] New info on Verizon TALKS phone Hi, I'm not with Verizon, but I'm using the Motorola Q9c. I'll admit the small qwerty keyboard scared me at first, but it is doable. I'm slow, but I'm learning to send text messages and e-mails with it. On the other hand, if you only want to talk on your phone, you might be able to do just fine with one of the LG phones that have some speech stuff built in, without the expense of going to a smart phone. You might need some help entering contacts, but after that, some of the digit dial or name dial features work well on some phones. But not all work equally well. Check them out first if you can, before you buy. Blessings, Tom -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Mike Barbara Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 6:55 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] New info on Verizon TALKS phone Hi All, I have just learned that the new phone by Verizon that has the TALKS program installed is listed as either a PDA or Smart Phone. It has a Qwerty keyboard and the buttons are very small too say the least. I learned of the keyboard layout from a friend that can see, not from anything I read on the Verizon website. This might work for someone with low vision but, for the totally blind this is an attempt to make an inaccessible phone accessible. I know other companies offer cell phones with screen reading programs but, I would prefer to stay with Verizon because of poor service in our area with other providers. I just wanted to let anyone know that is looking to purchase the Verizon Motorola Q 9c TALKS phone what they are in for. Again, nowhere in my reading did I read anything about this particular phone using a Qwerty keyboard. I'll just have to stick with my LG4650 until something comes along that works as a totally accessible phone without camera, video recorder, internet service, and all that other crap that I will never use. Whatever happened to just getting a functional cell phone? Long winded but, done! Take care. Mike [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.0.238 / Virus Database: 270.11.34/2032 - Release Date: 03/31/09 13:05:00 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
RE: [BlindHandyMan] carpet cleaning question
I have the Shark steam mop, it is not all what it is stated to be. You can check them out at Target for less money. If you do use one, make sure to change the pads often. The pads become soiled quickly. As far as for the carpets, the steam mop is not and I mean not sufficient. Don't waste your money like I did. Andy p.s. the best way to clean a carpet is to use a steam cleaning machine with the best suction you can get. The foam and other methods are not as good. I have been doing this for years, used just about every machine out there, used a Kirby, Electro Lux, Orrek, Meiler, Hoover and a few more. the best vac (just for your info) is the Dysin, they have the best customer service personnel and the best beater bar and no bags. I honestly swear by this vac. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Jewel Sent: Wednesday, February 18, 2009 5:42 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] carpet cleaning question On the infomercials, they market a steam mop, which is said to be able to clean carpets just with steam. What they don't say is what happens to the steam. It must condense as water and I visualize it pouring down the walls and windows. It seems to me that one would need to have a dehumidifier if one were to use one of these mops. Jewel - Original Message - From: Dale Leavens dleav...@puc.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, February 18, 2009 6:24 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] carpet cleaning question It shouldn't be all that difficult for most provided you can sort of mark out the area in sections and work over each thoroughly. You won't know if you have removed a particular stain of course but at that, often sighted people can't tell until the carpet is fully dry. There are different techniques and different equipment.. Several years ago I rented a machine from our local hardware store. They sell the shampoo to go with it and you are well advised to use it although it is rather expensive by comparison to many alternatives. Proper carpet shampoo or detergent is formulated to crystallize when it dries so it can be vacuumed up. Other form of detergent have molecules with an affinity for water on one end and for oils on the other end. The stuff you use in your hair for example or for washing your dishes. By diluting the detergent with water, the process of rinsing you remove the suds and the dirt with it. You can't reasonably rinse out your carpet so, you want a detergent which will stick to the dirt but rather than stick to water it should release from the water as it dries and evaporates while retaining oils and dirt. So much for the chemistry. The machine I rented had, as I recall two large canisters, one heated and a pump and a vacuum. The wand had a narrow slotted business end with a trigger. You put the detergent and water in the heated jar, let it get really hot then pressing the trigger you work the shampoo and hot water into the carpet by pushing and pulling the wand back and forth much as you would with a vacuum cleaner. Once you have scrubbed the carpet and worked the soap into it you then turn on the vacuum and suck the water and muck back into the second canister. Apparently it is quite remarkable just how black the water returned to the second canister is. Here is another reason for using the correct sort of detergent. Someone had used one of those foaming carpet spot removers in an area near where the television would be, I expect a child probably spilled something there or puked or something. When the hot water hit it it foamed up all over again and those bubbles soon filled the bucket. Took many many passes to get water coming up clear over that area of about three square feet. You won't get the carpet fully dry but by the next day it was and any residual detergent apparently gets sucked up with subsequent regular dry vacuuming. There are other machines, a device something like a floor polisher with revolving pads which apparently work shampoo into the carpet before sucking back up with a separate vacuum.Personally I have never used that system but a landlord had one and used it in the first apartment we rented when we first arrived here decades ago. So, provided you can be fairly confident of working over the entire area in a more or less consistent way and are able to dump the full containers of filthy water down the toilet I don't see what the problem would be for a blind person to shampoo a carpet. - Original Message - From: Shane Hecker To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2009 11:52 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] carpet cleaning question I've never atempted this before, so please humor me. How hard is it for a totally blind person to shampoo a carpet? I can vacuum sure, but how much different is it fromvacuuming? I'm assuming it's much like mopping. I use a hard
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Love My Oreck But...
Hi, just read your post here. I had 2 electro luxes, an orrac, a kirby and now a dyson. If you ever have a chance to try out a dyson, do so. I think you will be pretty impressed. There is no smell and as a bagless vac, you can't go wrong. Also, the beater bar is great. The customer service is the best that I have ever worked with. They know everything about their product and have the best attitude toward the customer. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com]on Behalf Of Spiro Sent: Friday, January 09, 2009 1:22 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Love My Oreck But... claudia, I know you have a household to run and a child. I definitely understand the need for speed. But if you can, sometimes take your time to go slowly with the Oreck. I find that slow even changes the feel of the carpet back to a nice fluffier state. Almost that of the Electrolux. And, for hardly any money that canister side kick is nice. It, haha uses electrolux bags; I swap them. I don't really like the blet mechanism of the Oreck. I'd rather a gear drive with a slip, and an switch for neutral. The smell of burning belts when it eats a sock is nasty. heehee BTW stick with the oreck bags, they are a tighter weave than the off brand which breathe too much and start to stink (dog hair and dander) before they are filled. Then ya have to change the bag and wash the cloth outer bag. Oh and lastly, watch out for fibers or strings getting between the roller and the housing underneath. It will start to make a higher pitched sound, and then start to smell of belt as if you ate a sock. But no sock. Taking off the roller and unwrapping strings or carpet fibers is the only answer. P.I.A. if you ask me. On Fri, 9 Jan 2009, Claudia wrote: Thanks Spiro, I appreciate that. You would think that, as much as we pay for these vacuums, they could make them a little less noisy? I have the Oreck Cannister vac too, and I used to hate those things, but it also picks up quite well; just can't get the job done as fast. I'm off to take my tired self to sleep, in a few minutes, as I have to work in the morning! Claudia - Original Message - From: Spiro To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2009 11:46 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Love My Oreck But... what's extreme about headphones that let in all but the first 80db of sound? Heehee You're a very sweet woman and I'm sure yur ears are precious to more than just the general me. On Thu, 8 Jan 2009, Claudia wrote: Okay Spiro, I think not. LOL! That sounds like I'd be taking things way to the extreme, so I'll just deal with the noise, I suppose, but I won't like it! Chuckle! Claudia - Original Message - From: Spiro To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2009 10:21 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Love My Oreck But... do you have a shooting shop near you? Yeah, I mean a gun shop. I suggest that you go in, and ask for the cheapest shooting headphones you can get. I don't find the Oreck louder than all, a bit louder than the ElectroLux. But when I'm running my router, i am happy happy happy to have an extra set of *noise *cancelling *ear *protection! I can't run the router for more than 5 mins without wanting to jump out of my skin. I do audio for a living. Also when i was into shooting sports, nothing bigger than a .32 or it would shorten the fun. I think that *that will do you better than ear plugs. There are even expensive Noise Cancelling Cans that allow a great bit of sound through. but they are cancelling rapid rise audio like a sudden sound level rise (as ehn you fire a gun) and will eventually flatten out on a vac; which may bring through more than you want and spend more than you want on it. Being blind, you'll have to do the vacuuming with no one around as it will mess with your spacial a tiny bit and your startle component will go way up. The cheapest might do you quite well. The other answer would be cancellation headphones like used in mix down studios; (where they have to study sounds) which block out a great bit of outside sound. But the shooting headphones do well limit noise and let some through, where as the studio related ones will block all outside sound and raise yourstartle factor even more. Best of luck On Thu, 8 Jan 2009, Claudia wrote: Hi All, I have an Oreck upright vacuum, and I love the thing because you can vacuum with it, very fast, and it's very lightweight. However, the darned noise from the vacuum is so loud that it tends to give me a headache, at times. Are they all pretty noisy? Nothing has changed with it; I didn't inadvertently vacuum up anything I wasn't supposed to; guess I was just really bothered by the
[BlindHandyMan] Greeting Cards?
I know that this may be off topic... I am desperate though, I need a program or suggestions on a technique to make greeting cards and thank you cards of various kinds. I was wondering if anyone out here with the blind handyman list would know of anything or way. I am using jaws 6.2 with windows xp... Thanks in advance. Andy Andrew J. LaPointe Commissioner, Salem Commission on Disabilities President, Friends of the Salem Council on Aging 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 978-745-4289 e-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [BlindHandyMan] I hate flies
There are sprays for flying insects. I just had lots of fruit flies and got rid of them with home made traps. Take some balsamic vinegar and put it into a bowl. Take saran wrap and tighly place it over the bowl. punch tiny holes within the middle of the wrap and watch the flies climb into the trap. It may take an hour or so before they are attracted to the trap. Good luck. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Donnie Parrett Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 2:27 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] I hate flies I had never heard that one. Contact Me At: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, Kentucky 40402 Home Phone: 606-364-3321 Church Phone: 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Max Robinson Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 2:19 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] I hate flies I didn't write it. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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 tubes group send an email to, [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 1:08 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] I hate flies Oh, Max, that was terrible!!! Contact Me At: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, Kentucky 40402 Home Phone: 606-364-3321 Church Phone: 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Max Robinson Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 1:53 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] I hate flies In the words of the old song, quote, she swallowed the spider to catch the fly but I don't know why she swallowed the fly, perhaps she'll die. End quote. Regards. Max. K 4 O D S. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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 tubes group send an email to, [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: rs_denis [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 7:08 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] I hate flies Spiders are a fairly effective solution to the fly problem. Of course, then . . . . - Original Message - From: Tom Vos To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, October 20, 2008 9:54 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] I hate flies This is the time of year flies try especially hard to get into our house, and some of them succeed. I'm not much use with a fly swatter anymore. Anybody have any tricks for eliminating the nasty critters? Blessings, Tom [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __ NOD32 3541 (20081021) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Send any questions regarding list management to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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_posit ion=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: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Groups Links Send any questions regarding list management to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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_posit ion=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
RE: [BlindHandyMan] a blocked toilett
Hi, I sometimes use a closet ogger to get things unstuck inside the elbow of the toilet drain. This has gotten me out of many a clogs. Andy -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Tom Fowle Sent: Thursday, October 16, 2008 1:45 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] a blocked toilett As has been said a plunger is about all ther is unless you can manage a snake which never works for me. Remember though that the plunger's job is just to jiggle things till they loosen. It is not intended to push the blockage through, it's more to back it up a bit and let water pass it to hopefully break it up. You need some water above the plunger, but not so much as to cause slop when you work the plunger up and down. Not too much force on the plunger, more persistance tnan violence. Sometimes it can take several sessions over a few hours. The plungers with an extra funnell like extension that looks like it'll fit into the opening seem to do better. I've also heard that hot water may help, if water is passing through at all. Tom Fowle Send any questions regarding list management to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Groups Links
RE: [BlindHandyMan] shop vac
Hi, can you tell me what the name of the shop vac is? Where can you get one of these... I have a vac from Home Depot. It has some good suction but, nothing to write home about. I would love to get a vac with too much suction. I have a dison for the rugs in my home and I must say that I don't like the hose part but, as far as the beater bar on rugs, it is the best I have ever had. the brush is firm and picks up just about everything. Don't forget to let me know the brand name of that shop vac. Thanks in advance. Andy, in dirty Salem. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Scott Howell Sent: Monday, August 04, 2008 8:00 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] shop vac Yeah, I got a pretty powerful machine that was able to grab the carpet in our living room and lift it up. I remember when I got the machine and how it smelled really weird the first few times I used it. Smelled like it was burning wood or some odd smell, but never have had any problems with the bugger. It's kind of neat to hear things fly up the hose, bounce off the shield in there and land in the bucket. What a great machine and it does a great job removing water. Gee, I need to go check and see who makes this technological marvel. On Aug 4, 2008, at 7:41 PM, Lenny McHugh wrote: As for a shop vac it does not have too much suction, only when you use it on automobile carpet. Then when I put it on the porch floor carpet you really could not slide the floor attachment. I am so really pleased with this machine. The only thing that I really don't like is that it is a fairly heavy unit. I still plan to modify a floor attachment so I can use it in the van. Getting out of the van I dropped the hose while it was running. I heard quite a few stones go up the hose. - Original Message - From: David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, August 04, 2008 7:16 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] shop vac I had no idea it was possible to have too much power in a shop vac, sounds strange to me. Especially if it is a Binford 6100. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, August 04, 2008 4:06 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] shop vac Wow, what a shop vac. always better to have too much power, than not enough. - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: handyman-blind blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, August 04, 2008 10:13 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] shop vac I never thought that I would complain about a shop vac being too powerful. I just decided to take it out to clean the dog hair and some sand from the beach. I first put the small floor attachment and it pulled up the carpet. To vacuum I had to only use the hose and hold it on an angle. so it would not stick to the floor Then took it to the front porch to clean that carpet and had a similar problem where the floor attachment would not move. For the porch we usually use the house cleaner but occasionally I do take the shop vac out. I think I will look for another floor attachment and drill some small holes to decrease the suction on the floor.. Send any questions regarding list management to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Groups Links Send any questions regarding list management to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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
[BlindHandyMan] Plumbing...
Hi, Andy here in Salem, MA. I just attempted to replace my drain assembly to my bathroom sink. The assembly was no problem but, I damaged the drain pipe while trying to get the angle to put the assembly into place. It seems that I do more damage fixing things than anything. Am I just having to need some instruction to plumbing projects? If so, what would be a good reference manual which would have good illustrations... I failed to find a local trade school which I would love to attend a night class on plumbing and other basic handyman hints and tricks. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Andy Andrew J. LaPointe President, Friends of the Council 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 Home phone: 978-745-4289 Cell, 978-578-0185
RE: [BlindHandyMan] Gutter guard was Robotic vacuums
Hi, for the money, you can get someone like I do to clean your gutters. I have a two story house and wouldn't dare to climb on toward the roof. I like the concept of the gutter guards but for about $2,500, it would take me 15 years to get to $2,500. the extra beauty about having someone cleaning the gutters for me is that while they're up there, I get an inspection of the roof and an inspection of the faciers and softest and other things up there. Just a thought. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Scott Howell Sent: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 6:25 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Gutter guard was Robotic vacuums I actually saw one of these at Home Depot and the only concern I had is if you have a great deal of snow, if this would pose any issues. I also found something called Gutterbrush http://www.gutterbrush.com which looks like a great big bottle brush. It seems to not allow any small stuff in, but the water. I haven't totally decided if this is a real option or not, but they will send you a sample. I got the sample and it seems it would work, but the only way to know is to do an entire gutter and see how it wokrs. Now the brush is kind of expensive and I can't recall how much since it's been a couple of years since I check into it. Thanks for the info. Oh, I neglected to mention the one I saw at Home Depot you trimmed some off if necessary, but a bit of it slipped up under the bottom row of shingles and then sort of clipped to the edge of the gutter. On May 14, 2008, at 5:58 AM, Bob Kennedy wrote: Gutter Guard is the best solution I know. Short of the wife... There are several different versions going by different names. The best I've found snaps inside the gutter and it looks like the water will run across the top of the guard and right on off the roof. But it actually lets the junk fall off and the water does end up in the gutter. I saw a guy demonstrating them once and he had gutters on a dog house for his demo house. He used a fountain pump and just recirculated the water the pump sent the water out at the peak and it ran down and across these gutter guards and once it got to the rounded edge, it looped over and actually followed the reverse slope until it dropped off and into the gutter. This brand is all vinyl and as you look at it you will see it sits above the gutter. Don't confuse it with the other styles that have screens that snap in the gutter, they don't work. The junk piles up on the screen and forms a blockage outside the gutter. These are available at Lowes and Home Depot I know so should be available at any home center... I forget the price right now I'll try to check next time I'm at Lowes with a clear mind so it might be a while. I'm at Lowes a lot the clear mind is a problem though... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] 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: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Groups Links
[BlindHandyMan] rust oleum on brick
Hi, last summer I painted and primed my wrought Iron rails and got a bit of paint on the brick and Indiana stone porch. Wat would be the best way to remove this/? Andy
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RE: [BlindHandyMan] Rat Zapper
Hi, as far as what the exterminator stated to me, that the only thing it would do is it would be an overkill (no pun intended. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, December 26, 2007 10:34 AM To: handyman Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Rat Zapper Hello, my understanding is that the so called Rat Zapper really works. A fellow was telling me that it uses four double A batteries and he said that they don't last long and one must replace them often.I want to use it in our basement just in case there are any mice down there and I'm wondering if it will work well for mice only. Also might anyone know just what type of material this devise is made of? Thanks for any help. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] cleanning out sink drains..
If the clog is quite bad, just use bleach, the one for pools. I get the 25 pound buckets of granules that can be diluted. Believe me, it will unclog most anything.
[BlindHandyMan] Snow Blowers?
Hi, I have a snowblower but, I need to ask you on some techniques on how to use it. I am blind with no light perception. I have a somewhat large driveway and would like to get some ideas on how to clear what is in front of me. I guess, I just need some ideas..
[BlindHandyMan] Leaf blowers?
Hi, can some of you give me opinions on leaf blowers? I have a rather large driveway and a rather large yard. I am thinking that with a blower, kind of one that is like a back pack, would be something to look at. Also, Home Depot has one for $299.00 and it is a 44cc engine. What does that equal to as far as horse power... Can you also throw in recommended brands? Thanks so ever much. Andy.. Andrew J. LaPointe Salem Commission on Disabilities 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 Telephone: 978-745-4289 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] Phil Parr?
Hi, I am trying to contact Phil Parr. I didn't get his phone number that he left. My answering machine is not working very well. Phil, if you read this, can you send me your phone number and I will get back to you? Thanks, Andy. Andrew J. LaPointe Salem Commission on Disabilities 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 Telephone: 978-745-4289 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] Rats, Rats and Rats??
Hi, each year I get rats in the house. This usually happens in October. What does rats hate?? I use dcon and some traps and usually gets rid of them but,.what can I do so that they say, I'm out of here.. Andrew J. LaPointe Salem Commission on Disabilities 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 Telephone: 978-745-4289 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[BlindHandyMan] talking tape measure...
Clear DayHi, I have purchased a talking tape measure but, I can't remember where I got it from. I keep thinking I got it from Ann Morris. Can someone tell me where someone can get this now? I have a friend that would like to purchase one. Andy. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] To listen to the show archives go to link http://acbradio.org/handyman.html 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 The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The New Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following Address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! 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: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[BlindHandyMan] compound saws..
Thank you for all the responses that you sent me on the compound saws. I will look at Sears for one that will suit my needs. Andy [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] To listen to the show archives go to link http://acbradio.org/handyman.html 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 The Pod Cast address for the Cooking In The Dark Show is. http://www.gcast.com/u/cookingindark/main.xml Visit The New Blind Handy Man Files Page To Review Contributions From Various List Members At The Following Address: http://www.jaws-users.com/handyman/ Visit the new archives page at the following address http://www.mail-archive.com/blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com/ For a complete list of email commands pertaining to the Blind Handy Man list just send a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/blindhandyman/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
