RE: [BlindHandyMan] How to Create an Emergency Road Kit for your Car

Hi Victor Generally you carry items in Case something happens. You may never need anything at all. But they are there as a safe guard. For example when we went to Queensland between Towns there was nothing for sometimes 600 to 700 kilometres if you had a problem out there then if you did not

RE: [BlindHandyMan] How to Servive If Your Car Breaks Down

Hi Cy Very good advice the preparation before a trip is crucial, for as much trouble free motoring as possible and having spares on hand helps. Regards Ray -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Cy Selfridge Sent: Thursday,

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Spring Time in Australia

Hi Lee I think I might train one of these bloody kangaroos as a Handy Man Helper for they have a Pouch where you could keep tools and screws while doing your handy man jobs . They move so quickly that you could say hop back to my shed and get me the saw etc The only thing is if you upset them

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Spring Time in Australia

Hi Don Sure will let you know how it goes, he wants all the old rails for fire wood for next Winter that saves me cutting them up and dumping them. I bought 2,000 tex screws will not need all of these but I have a project in mind and the left over screws will come in handy for this, With my tex

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Drill Doctor

Hi I bought the 300dd you do not need sight because the set up arms grab the drill in the set up port and as long as you have the drill pushed in and turn it to lock then it is in the correct position to tighten the chuck before removing You then put it into the cutting port and turn it to the

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Drill Doctor

Hi Dale I am going to sharpen my masonry bits later on today I will let you know whether it is successful or I have destroyed my machine. There is one in particular needs my attention because it hit some reinforcing mesh in the cement when I was locking down the frame I made for my air

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Weed Killers

Hi Dan Put a Weed Mat under your Deck Regards Ray -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dan Rossi Sent: Monday, August 28, 2006 12:22 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Weed Killers So, what do I use

[BlindHandyMan] Shock Absorbers, Worn Out What to Look For

Hi When it is time to replace your factory shocks, you may want to consider replacing the stock shock absorbers with sport or adjustable shock absorbers. Steps: 1. Consider how your car rides. If you have worn-out shocks, your car will experience the following: excessive rebound or float,

[BlindHandyMan] How to Landscape Around a Swimming Pool

Hi By selecting the rights plants in the landscape near your swimming pool, you will assure safety for pool users and minimize pool maintenance. Here are some tips. Steps: 1. Consider container plants, which are easy to tend, replace and rearrange. One additional advantage: Frost-sensitive

[BlindHandyMan] 3 Compound Mitre Saw Reviews

Hi There are 3 Reviews here so please Read to the End While the engineering behind the design of the Hitachi C 12RSH was undoubtedly challenging, the result for the user is surprisingly simple. All SCMS have a knob that locks the saw's power head on its guide rails. The Hitachi C 12RSH has a

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Cleaning Oil Spots from a Driveway or Garage floor A big oil spot in the middle of your driveway can make the most meticulously maintained home look dingy. Whether a leak from your car or someone else's created that mark on your concrete driveway, garage floor or sidewalk, it can all be

[BlindHandyMan] Fix Shower Door Problems

Hi Once installed, a shower door requires little maintenance other than frequent cleaning and occasionally tightening a screw. You can easily take care of the few problems that may arise. Cleaning a shower door Steps: 1. To minimize soap-scum buildup, use a squeegee after you shower to

[BlindHandyMan] Maintaining Your Swimming Pool

Hi Maintaining your pool is easiest when your chemical treatment program and your filtration system work together. Here are the basics. Maintaining Your Pool Steps: 1. Sanitize your pool with a stabilized chlorine product to provide protection against bacteria, These generally come in

[BlindHandyMan] How to Control Roof Leaks

Hi Treat a leaking roof as an emergency, because it can wreak havoc in your house in a very short time. Attend to any signs of a roof leak, such as water entry, stains or mold, immediately to limit damage. Locate the leak from inside and then take steps to control the damage until you can have a

[BlindHandyMan] Caring for Your Bowling Ball

Hi A bowling ball is a very sturdy item and, with simple care, it can last you for a lifetime. Upgrade your ball as technology improves them, or as your technique necessitates it. Steps: 1. Store and transport your ball in a proper bowling ball bag. 2. Avoid dropping your ball (mostly for

[BlindHandyMan] How to Make Manure Tea

Hi Manure tea works like a power shake for plants, helping them grow stronger and more productive and, evidence suggests, holding diseases at bay. It's a snap to make. And not to worry: if you use well-cured manure there's no unpleasant odor. Steps: 1. Fill a metal bucket one-third full of

[BlindHandyMan] How to Make Simple Wheelchair Modifications to Your Home

Hi Extensive remodeling of a dwelling can be costly, but a few simple steps and modifications can economically enhance wheelchair accessibility. Indoors Steps: 1. Remove loose carpets or rugs. 2. Change doorknobs to lever-type handles. 3. Replace narrow doors with pocket

[BlindHandyMan] How to Turn Broken Ceramics Into art

Crash! Your heirloom vase just took a dive and is now resting in pieces. The end. Or is it just the beginning? With a folk craft known as pique assiette, or shard art, you can give the pieces new life as a mosaic picture frame, flowerpot, tabletop or whatever you can dream up. Steps: 1.

[BlindHandyMan] Repairing Chair Straps and Webbing

Hi Spending a little time each fall performing some maintenance and repair--along with a good cleaning--will keep your chairs looking good for years to come. Installing a vinyl chair strap Steps: 1. Turn the chair upside down. If the damaged straps are held on by metal screws, remove the

[BlindHandyMan] How to Choose the Correct Paint Roller

Hi A roller consists of a handle, a cage and a roller cover, also known as a sleeve. Here's how to pick a quality paint roller for the job. Steps: 1. Choose a handle made of steel and equipped with a plastic grip that is threaded to accommodate an extension pole. 2. Be sure the cage

[BlindHandyMan] How to Make a Compost Bin from a Garbage Can

Hi Compost is nothing more than decomposed plant material, so you don't need a fancy bin to make your own compost. You can create compost in a heap on the ground, but most gardeners think that containing your compost pile makes it look tidier. Here's how to make compost in a recycled garbage

[BlindHandyMan] How to Cut Styrofoam

Hi If you cut Styrofoam incorrectly, the plastic foam may crumble or break in the wrong spots. Try these cutting methods the next time you work with a piece of Styrofoam. Steps: 1. Use a waxed serrated knife, saw, floral knife or other craft knife to cut Styrofoam sheets and shapes. Draw the

[BlindHandyMan] New Tool Review, Tile Cutting Saw

Hi GMC LSTSAW Laser Tile Cutting Saw Review So you've made more than a hundred woodworking projects, spent endless hours in the workshop, and now its time to renovate the bathroom, kitchen or laundry area and your significant other wants you to do it! Tiling may not be your specialty, but if you

RE: [BlindHandyMan] How to Make a Compost Bin from a Garbage Can

cream bucket? Sheila -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Boyce, Ray Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2006 4:09 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] How to Make a Compost Bin from a Garbage Can Hi Compost is nothing

[BlindHandyMan] How to Install Beams for a Deck

Hi After you set the posts in place, you are ready to install the beam. The beam runs parallel to the ledger board to hold the joists in place. Steps: 1. Buy or build a beam of length suitable to the width to be spanned. 2-by-4s can be nailed together with plywood spaces to make the width of

[BlindHandyMan] How to Install Joist Hangers for a Deck

Hi Joist hangers, metal fasteners that attach joists to ledger boards, are inexpensive and can save you time when you're building your deck. Steps: 1. Mark where each joist will be placed on the ledger board, starting at the outside corner. (Joists should be spaced on 16-inch

RE: [BlindHandyMan] How to Buy a Microphone for Speach

Hi Max I will correct this tonight and resend. Thanks Ray -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Max Robinson Sent: Saturday, August 12, 2006 1:28 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] How to Buy a

[BlindHandyMan] How to Operate a Snow Blower

Hi Anyone who lives in snow country knows that the snowblower is one of the most time- (and back-) saving inventions of all time. Steps: 1. Decide which of the two types of snowblowers you need. A single-stage blower whirls the auger at high speed. A two-stage blower with a slower-moving

[BlindHandyMan] How to Use a Pressure Sprayer

Hi Fertilizing or applying pesticides can be done with a pressurized sprayer. Sprayers come in either plastic or metal, and in a wide range of sizes; some backpack sprayers have a pump handle so you can keep up the pressure inside the tank without having to take off the backpack. Here's how to

[BlindHandyMan] How to Choose a lawn mower

Hi Choosing the right lawn mower can simplify lawn mowing and keep the grass looking healthy. Compare features and cost, but also be sure you understand what type of mower is best for your yard. Steps: 1. Compare weight, power, cost, safety features, ease of starting, handling and

[BlindHandyMan] Understanding Your Sites Solar Orientation

Hi Choosing the ideal place for a swimming pool or vegetable garden requires an understanding of your property's solar orientation ' you'll need to know where the shade and sun will be all year. Steps: 1. Observe the shadow cast by your house and other significant structures on the property

[BlindHandyMan] Tips for Pressure Washing Concrete

Hi Pressure washing is a great way to clean the grunge and grime from concrete driveways, pathways and patios. By using a pressure washer properly, you'll eliminate ugly oil stains and the danger that someone will slip on slick dirt or muck. Steps: 1. Assess your project and develop a plan

[BlindHandyMan] How to Install a Motion Sensor in Your Home

Hi There are two types of sensors designed to detect motion in a room of a home - a passive infrared sensor (PIR) and a dual-technology sensor, which includes passive infrared and microwave. Budget considerations will influence your choice. Selecting the Sensor Steps: 1. Survey your home

[BlindHandyMan] How to Put Wood Trim on A Door

Hi It's easy to add a new style of trim to a door. The job won't take long once you get the hang of it. Getting Ready Steps: 1. Choose the style of door trim - there are many available. Check photos from the Internet or magazines, or at home improvement centers and lumberyards (the best

[BlindHandyMan] How to Put Wood trim on a Window

Hi To put the finishing touches on interior window trim, you need only a few tools - but also a plan. There are several styles to pick from; we'll take a look at the most popular. Getting Ready Steps: 1. Choose the style of window trim - there are many available. Check photos from the

[BlindHandyMan] How to Replace Broken Garden Tool Handles

Hi It's bound to happen eventually: If you work with tools long enough, they will break, especially if you push them to the limit. Broken handles on shovels, rakes and hoes are easy to replace. Steps: 1. Purchase a new hardwood handle to replace the broken one. Ash is a very strong and

[BlindHandyMan] How to Determine the Pitch of Your Roof

Hi Measuring your roof's pitch isn't as daunting as you might think. The pitch, or slope, of a roof is expressed as the distance a roof rises vertically over a 12-inch horizontal distance. So a roof that rises 6 inches vertically for every 12 inches horizontally has a 6/12 pitch. Steps: 1.

[BlindHandyMan] How to Install a Closet Rod

Hi When is a hang-up good? When it's a secure rod or pole to hang your clothes on. Here's how to make sure those clothes and what they're hanging from stay put. Steps: 1. Decide how much weight you'll need this closet rod to support. Your choices may be anything from a simple tension rod for

[BlindHandyMan] How ton Understand the Parts of a Deck

Hi Constructing a deck will be much easier once you are familiar with the correct terms for the various elements of a deck. Though there are some differences between attached decks and freestanding decks, for the most part the following elements remain the same. Steps: 1. Concrete support

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Skill Saw

Hi Jewel Can you tell me is this is a Chain Saw or a Table Saw. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jewel Blanch Sent: Tuesday, 8 August 2006 12:47 To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Skill Saw Tell me:

RE: [BlindHandyMan] How to Relight a Gas Water Heater Pilot Light

Hi Betsy I would say it is but I will check and see. Always follow your water heater instructions for your particular Brand as I do not have a Gas Water Heater. Lets here for those who do. Regards Ray -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On

RE: [BlindHandyMan] How to Replace a Plug

Hi Max I thought it seemed wrong. The Earth prong out here is flat but wider than the others but this is on a 15 amp outlet. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Max Robinson Sent: Monday, August 07, 2006 2:31 PM To:

[BlindHandyMan] How to Maintain a Window Air Conditioner

Hi 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 cleaning and some tender care. Steps: 1. Remove the front grill. Pry it off with a putty knife if it's held by clips, or

[BlindHandyMan] How to Replace a Blown Fuse

Hi The next time someone turns on the hair dryer, microwave and toaster oven all at once and sends your house's circuits into a tizzy, be prepared. If you live in an older home with electrical circuits protected by fuses, keep replacements on hand. Identify and test a blown fuse Steps:

[BlindHandyMan] How To Make Your Own Car Fluids and Sprays

Hi You can make an inexpensive anti-fog glass spray to keep your bathroom mirrors and the inside of your car's windshield fog-free. This solution keeps condensation from collecting on these surfaces. Steps: 1. Pour 2 ounces of white vinegar in a medium sized bowl. 2. Add 1 quart hot

[BlindHandyMan] How to Trouble Shoot Lock Problems

Hi Have a problem with a door that will not lock or latch properly? These difficulties fall into two general categories: those related to the lock set or key, and those related to the door's frame and latch assembly. If the lock mechanism is broken Steps: 1. If the key turns but does not

[BlindHandyMan] How to Clean or Replace Your furnace Filter

Hi Has it been more than a month since you ventured into your furnace's filter area? Then it's probably time to clean or replace this dust and dirt catcher to prevent you from sneezing your way into winter mornings. A clean filter maximizes your furnace's efficiency and longevity-- and minimizes

[BlindHandyMan] Touch Lamp Interference Problems

Hi Robert This is the article I was looking for Touch lamp problems Personally, I think touch lamps are one of the dumber uses of technology to appear on this planet but that is just my opinion :-). These are susceptible to damage from voltage surges or just plain old random failures. In

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