RE: [BlindHandyMan] drier vents

2006-08-04 Thread Cy Selfridge
Yup, clothes lines in Oklahoma are not nearly as effective as clothes lines in Colorado. (LOL) I remember just taking some of the old polyester clothes out of the washer, hanging them on hangers and in about 12 hours they would be dry - inside the house! Now, here in good old Okieland if you did th

[BlindHandyMan] And their's this.

2006-08-04 Thread Phil Parr
We did have one complaint about my previous post. A female type person said, if She had to be referred to in a derogatory manner meaning a wimpy bastard she had rather be called a wimpy bitch. So, my most sincere apology to Boop, real name deleted, and all other feminine types on this list. p

Re: [BlindHandyMan] And their's this.

2006-08-04 Thread Shawn Keen
Here here, I throw my name in the hat! - Original Message - From: "Phil Parr" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "blind like me" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: "list handy" Sent: Friday, August 04, 2006 6:36 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] And their's this. > We did have one complaint about my previous p

[BlindHandyMan] central air conditioners request for Ray

2006-08-04 Thread David Ferrin
My friend it has just come to my attention that there is no information on the files page pertaining to maintaining central air conditioning systems. Please help me to rectify this egregious over site by those of us who are staff and management of the blind handy man list. I turn this over to yo

Re: [BlindHandyMan] And their's this.

2006-08-04 Thread jim
mmm but arn't those folks dead? well i know about monica but she should be evil grin. jim living in minnesota At 06:36 AM 8/4/2006, you wrote: >We did have one complaint about my previous post. A female type person > said, if She had to be referred to in a derogatory manner meaning a wimpy

[BlindHandyMan] Accessible OBD-II unit

2006-08-04 Thread Otis Blue
Hi, Could someone tell me if there's an accessible portable diagnostic machine for diagnosing car problems? I'm thinking of purchasing one of those OBD-II machines which helps diagnosing car problems. I would really appreciate some info on this. Otis Blue [EMAIL PROTECTED] Web site: http://ww

Re: [BlindHandyMan] central air conditioners request for Ray

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi Dave You have put some extreme pressure on me Dave, I will search to see if I can find some information on your requested subject. Regards Ray - Original Message - From: "David Ferrin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "BHM" Sent: Saturday, August 05, 2006 2:19 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] cent

[BlindHandyMan] Maintaining Your Central Air Conditioner

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi An air conditioner's filters, coils, and fins require regular maintenance for the unit to function effectively and efficiently throughout its years of service. Neglecting necessary maintenance ensures a steady decline in air conditioning performance while energy use steadily increases. Air

[BlindHandyMan] Solar powered clothes dryers

2006-08-04 Thread Robert J. Moore
Solar powered clothes dryers Up here in the uper mid west it works pretty good but I have discovered that if you don't get them off the line before dark you may as well forget about it until the next day. To listen to the show archives go to link http://acbradio.org/handyman.html or ftp://ftp

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible OBD-II unit

2006-08-04 Thread R & S Enterprises
I am not familiar with the OBD II equipment. For car problems a good digital multimeter allong with some code reader will get you goiing on a lot of problems. There appers to be two levels of code readers. There is a low end one that goes around here for about $50 bucks and the top of the line f

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible OBD-II unit

2006-08-04 Thread Otis Blue
Hi, I rather have this product because your manual can't tell you why your check engine light is on. There's a lot of crooked auto shops out here you can't trust any of them. My car has been in the shop for about a week in a half. I had a head gasket changed and that only took one day but I'm ha

[BlindHandyMan] How to Make a Network Patch Cable

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi While it's often easiest to buy your network cable ready to go, sometimes you need to make your own for a custom length or installation. Also called CAT 5 cable, CAT 6 cable, ethernet cable, or just the thing that connects your computer to the internet or a netwok -- any way you say it, even

Re: [BlindHandyMan] How to Make a Network Patch Cable

2006-08-04 Thread David Ferrin
Cool deal, just what I asked for my friend. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ray Boyce To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, August 05, 2006 8:44 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] How to Make a Network Patch Cable Hi While it's often easiest to buy your

[BlindHandyMan] Trouble Shooting Your Computer

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi A computer that won't start is both alarming and infuriating, especially if you're on a deadline or you haven't been backing up all your data. Don't panic, though. This problem often has a simple solution. Steps: 1. If your desktop computer does nothing at all when you try to start it, first

[BlindHandyMan] Barefoot mowing

2006-08-04 Thread Boop
I just tried this method tonight, but it didn't work for me at all. I couldn't reach the ground from the tractor seat no matter how hard I tried. Every time I got close to the ground, the pressure switch on the seat would kick in and shut down my mower. Now what do I do? Sorry Dave, I'l

[BlindHandyMan] How to Decide Wether a Computer is Worth Upgrading

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi New computers have become so inexpensive that people often believe replacing a working machine provides a better value than upgrading it. However, new computer prices are low due to cuts in build quality, parts quality and included hardware. Upgrading a machine by spending up to $500 can be a

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Barefoot mowing

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi Boop I tried that bearfoot mowing but if you have a dog standing in a Big Mackis not very pleasant. If it is fresh and squeezes between your toes you wish you had worn shoes. Ray - Original Message - From: "Boop" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Saturday, August 05, 2006 11:06 AM Subje

[BlindHandyMan] installing air conditioner

2006-08-04 Thread Robert Riddle
I didn't get a response last time, so I'll try again. What's the easiest way to install a window air conditioner? Do you just stick it in the frame, plug it in, turn it on, and get cool? Or what? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] To listen to the show archives go to link

Re: [BlindHandyMan] installing air conditioner

2006-08-04 Thread David Ferrin
Here's a combination of 2 separate posts that have come across in the past couple of weeks. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] When a window air conditioner cools poorly, it doesn't necessarily mean you're in for an expensive trip to the repair shop. It could be the machine just needs a good cleanin

[BlindHandyMan] How to tighten a Washing Machine Belt.

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi The washer isn't spinning, spins too slowly, or is making an awful squealing sound. What to do? Steps: 1. Unplug the washer and turn off the water faucets. 2. Disconnect the water hoses and the drain hose and pull the washer away from the wall, leaving yourself enough room to work behind the

[BlindHandyMan] How To Replace an Electrical Outlet

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi You can fix a faulty electrical outlet with a minimum of worry and cost. Just make sure you put safety first. Steps: 1. Turn off the power to the outlet at the fuse box or circuit breakers. Tag the circuit breaker box 'Man at Work' or something similar so no one mistakenly turns the power ba

[BlindHandyMan] Running Wires Through a Wall

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi Most serious home repair do-it-yourselfers will probably be faced with having to run electrical wires through walls at some point. It's not a simple job, but if you're handy with tools and a tape measure you should have no problem accomplishing the task. Steps: 1. Gather the following tools:

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Accessible OBD-II unit

2006-08-04 Thread Robert J. Moore
Are you havingg other symptems with your car besides just the fact that your check engine light is coming on? If so what are they? As far as the check engine light is concerned, the first thing to find out is was the battery ever disconectedl. If not then you need to disconnect the battery for at l

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Barefoot mowing

2006-08-04 Thread Robert J. Moore
All right now listen up close. I have the salution to mowing the yard. Pick up the phone and find the nearest gravel yard and have them come out with the appropriate amount of what ever type of rock you would like to replace your grass with. Rock on. To listen to the show archives go to link h

[BlindHandyMan] How to Change Your Mouse Speed

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi Does your mouse pointer seem to zoom out of control when you move the mouse to point and click, or do you run out of desk space because it's too slow? In either case, use this procedure to change the mouse speed. The following procedures apply to Windows 98 for the PC and OS 8 for the Macinto

[BlindHandyMan] How to Get the Best Battery Life from Your Laptop

2006-08-04 Thread Ray Boyce
Hi A rechargeable battery will last an average of two years. You can take steps to get better total battery life and longer battery life per charge. Steps: 1. Charge the battery for 12 hours before use. 2. Let the battery drain completely before recharging if you have a nickel-cadmium (NiCad) b