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sears jointer/planer mod. 103.20620 by 833543425 2/9/10 12:19 PM

Extraordinary Experience by Jill.Hubert1 2/9/10 10:39 AM

craftsman 351.217130 planer by capnbull 2/8/10 04:41 PM
planer by RocketScientist 2/8/10 05:54 PM (: 1, : 0)
Craftsman planer by capnbull 2/9/10 02:08 AM

Trane XE80 blower doesn't turn on sometimes by Rdowns 2/8/10 02:49 PM

electrical by buckskin 2/8/10 01:44 PM

Paint over water stains in oak floor, then polyurathane it by pstew96 2/8/10 11:12 AM

French Doors by SABR10 2/8/10 10:54 AM
You hire a trim carpenter by Handyman 2/8/10 11:59 AM

Birdhouse from a log by Gene 2/8/10 10:41 AM
Well, there is the right way and the way I would do it. by Bruno1949 2/8/10 08:59 PM
Birdhouse by PrettyPink 2/8/10 09:49 PM

formica discoloration/color transfer? by vermontlaura 2/8/10 08:59 AM
Look for something triangular by Handyman 2/8/10 11:53 AM
forgot to mention by Handyman 2/8/10 11:54 AM
formica discoloration by vermontlaura 2/8/10 11:57 AM
Formica discoloration by 44eemyam 2/8/10 07:49 PM (: 1, : 0)

3-Way Wiring Diagram For Multiple Lights by McPhil 2/7/10 05:21 PM
wires by RocketScientist 2/7/10 05:55 PM
RE: wires by McPhil 2/8/10 09:08 AM
If everything is wired as shown in the diagram then by Bruno1949 2/8/10 09:54 AM
RE: If everything is wired as shown in the diagram then by McPhil 2/9/10 09:12 AM
short by RocketScientist 2/9/10 10:25 AM

craftsman hand power plainer by gtnewnum52 2/7/10 12:24 PM
power planer by lg 2/7/10 01:07 PM

drywall covering by drabble 2/7/10 09:10 AM
Since the paint is readily peeling by Handyman 2/8/10 10:52 AM

Electrical for a wired doorbell by joanofalltrades 2/6/10 06:58 PM
A simple circuit but easier to show a picture than describe. by Bruno1949 2/6/10 07:14 PM
How to plug it all in? by joanofalltrades 2/7/10 03:53 PM
power by lg 2/7/10 09:05 PM
hardwiring doorbell system by joanofalltrades 2/8/10 02:45 PM
Your 'power source' is any AC circuit that isn't controlled by a switch. by Bruno1949 2/8/10 06:31 PM

Painting an unfinished oak bay window by jackowell 2/6/10 03:11 PM
Painting window by Quickbeltsystem 2/7/10 11:27 AM

hampton bay ceiling fan by WCBorsh@cox.net 2/6/10 10:20 AM
Hampton Bay is the Home Depot brand. by Bruno1949 2/7/10 11:12 AM
Hampton Bay by RocketScientist 2/7/10 12:09 PM

interesting insulation challenge by volvo4fun 2/5/10 09:40 PM
house by zzz111 2/6/10 05:48 AM
Very few choices with a block house. Foam boards are about by Bruno1949 2/6/10 12:31 PM

gfi's by rcb280z 2/5/10 05:38 PM
The first guess? You have a shared neutral. by Bruno1949 2/5/10 06:23 PM (: 1, : 0)
gfi's by rcb280z 2/5/10 07:54 PM
Another possibility... by sparkie 2/6/10 09:02 PM

paver driveway by jrizzolo1 2/5/10 03:24 PM

Cape Cod Style house dormer by Julia123179 2/5/10 01:09 PM
You can cut that cost by a huge amount if you are willing to do by Bruno1949 2/5/10 07:00 PM (: 1, : 0)
We can do that by Julia123179 2/5/10 07:18 PM
A true story here. I bought this old house with a flat roof by Bruno1949 2/5/10 07:33 PM
good idea by Julia123179 2/5/10 10:57 PM
A good rough framer, depending on the number of guys, by Bruno1949 2/6/10 08:37 AM

Craftsman Garage Door opener Keypad by CoachBob 2/5/10 12:19 PM
Universal one by Julia123179 2/5/10 01:18 PM

Cutting round holes in formica countertop for wires by doinbruin 2/5/10 10:15 AM
drill by RocketScientist 2/5/10 10:31 AM
Drilling formica top by Quickbeltsystem 2/7/10 11:34 AM

Lighten Wood Paneling by angel102662 2/4/10 11:57 PM
paneling by Allison1888 2/5/10 12:34 AM
You really only have two options. Prime/paint or solid color stain. by Bruno1949 2/5/10 09:11 AM

Marble cutting by Mrs.J 2/4/10 08:50 PM
Marble by homebild 2/4/10 08:54 PM
Any company that makes counter tops can do it for you. by Bruno1949 2/5/10 09:13 AM

air in baseboards by cogginscl 2/4/10 05:45 PM
Air in Baseboards by homebild 2/4/10 08:52 PM (: 1, : 0)
Here is the procedure by HKestenholz 2/4/10 10:40 PM

Garage Door Opener by slicerjack 2/4/10 03:55 PM
The door probably has 'child safety' sensors to stop the door by Bruno1949 2/6/10 06:24 PM

Quest pipe burst and flooded my garage by krazypufff 2/4/10 02:40 PM
sorry by Handyman 2/4/10 06:14 PM

deck floor by jeremie 2/4/10 02:14 PM
The Difference... by homebild 2/4/10 09:02 PM
decking by Jeremie 2/5/10 07:31 AM
decking by Allison1888 2/5/10 12:37 AM

electric range by dallas, oregon 2/4/10 01:27 PM

How To Fix Broken Dining Table Leg? by BrokeMyTable 2/4/10 01:26 PM
Threaded inserts by bobsbuddy 2/4/10 08:10 PM

Diverter Valve Troubles by Nemodogdad 2/4/10 01:39 AM
which one is yours by lg 2/4/10 06:54 AM
valve by zzz111 2/4/10 07:25 AM
Add a Tub Spout w/Diverter by doug seibert 2/4/10 07:35 AM
Diverter Valve Troubles by Nemodogdad 2/4/10 07:06 PM
Diverter Valve Trouble - Clarification by Nemodogdad 2/4/10 08:22 PM
Leave the existing by doug seibert 2/4/10 08:27 PM (: 1, : 0)

LCD TV on a Plaster Wall? by ponchovino 2/3/10 11:27 PM
Since you used the word 'clueless' and said you only had by Bruno1949 2/5/10 09:04 AM
actually by lg 2/7/10 01:38 PM
not always lg by RocketScientist 2/7/10 03:02 PM
That was my read of the OP. Plaster coat over brick. by Bruno1949 2/8/10 09:30 AM

Amana 95 II Q furnace by Bbabes 2/3/10 11:20 PM

outdoor wiring by cotbayou 2/3/10 07:08 PM
Well, if it's up to code then I see no problems with the PVC by Bruno1949 2/4/10 09:15 AM (: 1, : 0)
outdoor wiring by cotbayou 2/4/10 10:12 PM
If I was going to do it, and I have, I'd go exactly the way you are. by Bruno1949 2/5/10 03:15 PM

New Digital thermostat not functioning by canadiankenney 2/3/10 05:28 PM
Just a thought. Replace the battery? The digital thermostat by Bruno1949 2/3/10 06:55 PM
No batteries by canadiankenney 2/8/10 05:44 PM

Rheem Criterion Ignitor part number? by sherhan 2/3/10 03:36 PM
should be by lg 2/5/10 05:43 PM
model number of the furnace? by sherhan 2/5/10 06:15 PM
model by lg 2/6/10 12:06 PM
Thanks! by sherhan 2/8/10 03:32 PM

Sidewalk scratches from snow removal. by Debbie 2/3/10 02:34 PM
Are they actual scratches as in a groove in the pavement or by Bruno1949 2/3/10 03:27 PM
Scratches on sidewalk after snow removal by Debbie 2/3/10 04:42 PM
Life............ by RocketScientist 2/3/10 04:57 PM

Soil marks at carpet/wall edge by HessImprovements 2/3/10 02:13 PM
Absolutely by Homewrecker 2/4/10 07:14 AM
Filtration soiling by bobsbuddy 2/4/10 08:13 PM

Attaching a wall-mounted table to plaster walls - no studs! by xherbivorex 2/3/10 02:02 PM
studs by RocketScientist 2/3/10 02:18 PM
Rocketscientist's answer is probably your best bet. by Bruno1949 2/3/10 03:50 PM

Lights BRIGHTEN by husted1894 2/3/10 01:40 PM

Choosing Laminate by Newbie 2/3/10 11:27 AM

Black ceramic tile fading by Ann1688 2/2/10 09:40 PM

exterior foundation by tell2do 2/2/10 03:17 PM
probably showing the outline of the blocks,,, by itsreallyconcrete 2/6/10 07:51 AM

eaguer Beaver Chainsaw by jstoro21 2/2/10 12:39 PM
Do a Google search for 'Eager Beaver chainsaw' by Bruno1949 2/2/10 04:37 PM

Garage Door Problem by saj1234 2/2/10 11:13 AM
Safety first! Call a professional. by Bruno1949 2/2/10 12:16 PM
Garage Door Problem by saj1234 2/2/10 12:21 PM
You are more than welcome. A lot of people don't realize that by Bruno1949 2/2/10 12:25 PM
garage door cable by husted1894 2/3/10 03:51 PM
And with the door fully down, like it is, that would result in by Bruno1949 2/3/10 07:02 PM
Door springs by dramaqwn28 2/3/10 05:29 PM

Bunk Beds by Frank 2/1/10 11:14 PM
Bunk Beds by thiggy 2/1/10 11:43 PM
A good plan but you really don't need to go that heavy on the plywood. by Bruno1949 2/2/10 12:21 PM
You have the right idea by millietcook 2/4/10 03:37 PM

barn style roof by jbmul19883 2/1/10 10:56 PM

exterior door by builderchic 2/1/10 09:39 PM
Way too little information to offer any help. Need more info. by Bruno1949 2/3/10 03:37 PM
barn door by builderchic 2/3/10 10:54 PM
Unless your barn is unusual the walls aren't really load bearing. by Bruno1949 2/4/10 07:14 AM

Caradco Jeld-Wen Rotten Windows by mbo72227501 2/1/10 09:22 PM
Rot Resistance Options by windowru 2/2/10 09:54 AM
Rot Resistant Options by mbo72227501 2/2/10 10:43 AM

husky pressure washer 3000psi by dragon15617 2/1/10 08:59 PM
Start with the basics. Do you have water flow into the washer? by Bruno1949 2/3/10 08:36 AM

Acid Neutralizers by jbauer82 2/1/10 07:11 PM

1950s metal youngstown kitchen cabinets for sale columbus, ohio by 27ogle 2/1/10 05:18 PM

Mold in my room by MoldyRoom 2/1/10 03:03 PM
Moisture First by Homewrecker 2/1/10 05:39 PM
mold by Allison1888 2/5/10 12:27 AM

Furnaces - efficiency - tax rebates by dramaqwn28 2/1/10 02:25 PM
he's right by lg 2/2/10 06:52 AM

Delta 34-080 miter saw by grantme7 2/1/10 01:55 PM
lock by RocketScientist 2/1/10 02:20 PM
miter saw by grantme7 2/1/10 06:55 PM (: 1, : 0)

Sears Sander Model 103.0801and 103.0209 Table Saw by Rick Albert 2/1/10 01:32 PM

Leaning Carriage House/Shed by 1894renovator 2/1/10 12:23 PM
Leaning Carriage House/Shed by kylerjus 2/2/10 07:08 AM
The supports on the right are a good start. I'm sure you will find by Bruno1949 2/2/10 12:34 PM (: 1, : 0)
Great idea! by 1894renovator 2/2/10 05:39 PM
You got me beat by two years. The house I just bought was built in 1896. by Bruno1949 2/2/10 06:00 PM
Wow! by 1894renovator 2/2/10 06:30 PM
I got VERY lucky on this house. Somehow no one ever painted the woodwork by Bruno1949 2/2/10 06:59 PM

Armstrong urethane peel and stick vinyl tiles by bedwa60504 2/1/10 10:34 AM

Columbia 360 Record Player Model 526 by tsintzina 2/1/10 08:27 AM
Old time repairs! Wow! OK, the most likely cause is bad or leaky by Bruno1949 2/1/10 05:43 PM

Intermittent noise from water heater/surrounding area by Hockeydad1605 2/1/10 12:43 AM

Dryer "pause" button stuck by michelle 1/31/10 06:52 PM
Model number? by DanO 2/1/10 01:22 PM

water seepage under baseboard onto subflooring by angelgran1 1/31/10 06:27 PM

Electrical Issue by sjm391 1/31/10 01:23 PM
lights brightening/dimming by sparkie 1/31/10 01:57 PM
electrical issue by sjm391 2/1/10 10:50 AM
Appliances on same circuit? by DanO 2/1/10 01:27 PM
Electrical issue by sjm391 2/3/10 09:27 AM (: 1, : 0)
dimming lights by sparkie 2/6/10 08:52 PM

Ceiling Fan by sjm391 1/31/10 01:19 PM

Kitchen remodel by dr5000 1/31/10 01:09 PM
The effectiveness of the vent depends on the installation. by Bruno1949 2/2/10 05:44 PM

Building a shower floor. by Playing in the Mud 1/31/10 12:58 PM

Help - A/V cables behind wall by dwendt1675 1/31/10 09:20 AM
Don't worry about it. A/V cables carry very low signals and by Bruno1949 1/31/10 10:21 AM (: 1, : 0)

craftmans bench saw #10323420 by kiery00 1/31/10 08:24 AM

After replacing garage door wired switch, remotes not working by berkeleydb 1/30/10 08:13 PM (: 1, : 0)
door by zzz111 1/31/10 06:12 AM

gravel by jfish12 1/30/10 07:00 PM
gravel pit by really? 1/31/10 10:23 AM
math by john 1/31/10 10:37 AM

Knee Wall/Shed Roof Ventilation by JPerry23 1/30/10 04:42 PM
Don't worry about it. The short section of roof is surely open by Bruno1949 1/31/10 09:15 AM

Gas Furnace Fan Occasionally Keeps Running After Cooldown by Zoidberg57 1/30/10 03:27 PM
start with this by lg 1/31/10 02:05 PM

Window replacement in a brick home? by PatFuller 1/30/10 01:43 PM

American Standard tilting flush valve by Michaela 1/30/10 12:51 PM

Towel bar and toilet paper holder by dnbreaks 1/30/10 12:26 PM
bath by zzz111 1/30/10 06:07 PM

freezing pipes / bad insulation by plaza500 1/30/10 11:24 AM
pictures by plaza500 1/30/10 11:25 AM
For a start NO ONE should have running the plumbing outside of by Bruno1949 1/30/10 08:26 PM
not outside of house by plumber red 1/31/10 09:48 AM

Air In My Water Lines by tgray76 1/30/10 10:15 AM

large holes/gouges in terrazzo floor by lkwrhr 1/30/10 10:02 AM

Majestic Franklin Heater model # 98-1800 by zeuhric 1/30/10 09:28 AM

OK you heat guys, any suggestions on this furnace mod? by Bruno1949 1/29/10 06:55 PM
Fan dancing by HKestenholz 1/29/10 08:22 PM
That would work but I'm looking for something cheap and quick. by Bruno1949 1/29/10 09:20 PM
Wire Fire by HKestenholz 1/30/10 11:54 AM
Sadly the induction, exhaust, and main fan motors are all by Bruno1949 1/30/10 12:43 PM

Lennox furnace issue by JuliansOwn 1/28/10 10:51 PM
need more information by lg 1/29/10 07:29 AM
The main control board is probably the LEAST likely problem. by Bruno1949 1/29/10 10:31 AM

mobile home ceilling by ronsyl 1/28/10 12:20 PM (: 1, : 0)
mobile home ceiling by skirch 1/29/10 11:01 AM
ceiling by ronsyl 2/5/10 01:28 PM

Owners manual by mrbill13 1/28/10 12:05 PM
here by RocketScientist 1/28/10 01:01 PM

Maytag MER4351aaq electric range oven sparked by keetee30 1/28/10 10:24 AM
Full 240 volts? by DanO 1/28/10 01:44 PM

vertical blinds by Millicent Bailey 1/27/10 09:06 PM
blinds by lg 1/28/10 11:39 AM

Azuvi Avorio 20x20 tile by deerpt 1/27/10 04:51 PM

Sears Craftsman Garage Door Opener Remote issues by bpopilek 1/27/10 11:13 AM (: 1, : 0)

drill thru 2x10 floor joists by randoo1 1/26/10 10:55 PM
Only Way To Avoid Paying the Engineer... by homebild 1/27/10 11:25 PM

water droplets on bedroom ceiling by countrybumpkin 1/26/10 01:43 PM
We need some background music for this song and dance. by Bruno1949 1/27/10 10:46 AM
Do you have a whole house humidifier by Handyman 1/27/10 03:21 PM
Check the duct by HVAC Guy 1/28/10 12:01 PM
Are you on a concrete slab? by Lukspencer 1/28/10 05:17 PM
Posting from the UK by doug seibert 1/28/10 08:45 PM

old bathtub by kenbrown22 1/26/10 01:25 PM
They make caulk remover and it's normally in the caulk area by Bruno1949 1/27/10 10:49 AM

Pressure washer by skirch 1/26/10 01:23 PM
Frankenstein by J 1/28/10 09:26 AM
pressure washer by skirch 1/29/10 10:59 AM
There are small transfer pumps at home stores or farm stores by Bruno1949 1/29/10 02:31 PM

complete heat boiler by mrmike1234 1/26/10 12:14 PM
In complete heat by HKestenholz 1/26/10 06:13 PM
Re:Complete Heat by mrmike1234 1/27/10 07:14 AM
Hot water in the floor by HKestenholz 1/27/10 08:53 AM

Double Shower Curtain Rod by tillyspuds@aol.com 1/26/10 12:32 AM
Try a Google search of 76" shower rods. Lots and lots of by Bruno1949 1/26/10 03:05 PM

Craftsman table belt sander by dpudsy 1/25/10 09:28 PM (: 1, : 0)

trane xe80 by vickyet5 1/25/10 08:37 PM

Kenmore 80 series Washer making noise by ebrandt 1/25/10 08:16 PM
Model number? by DanO 1/26/10 12:59 PM
Here's the model # by ebrandt 1/26/10 06:30 PM
Whirlpool built Direct Drive washer by DanO 1/27/10 01:16 PM
Thanks! by ebrandt 1/27/10 09:04 PM
Let us know by DanO 1/29/10 10:53 AM

ComfortMaker Furnace by baustin242 1/25/10 07:27 PM

Sears Engine Analyzer 161.216300 by iasheff 1/25/10 02:01 PM
manual by RocketScientist 1/25/10 02:25 PM (: 2, : 0)

floor furnace venting by imtoad 1/24/10 04:36 PM
Listed Vents by homebild 1/24/10 04:54 PM

ATTIC INSULATION by MANWITHNOBELT 1/24/10 03:55 PM
Insulation by homebild 1/24/10 05:06 PM

oven door by WoonsocketRI 1/24/10 01:46 PM (: 2, : 0)
oven door by WoonsocketRI 1/24/10 04:11 PM (: 1, : 0)
I understand.... by Homewrecker.... 1/24/10 08:06 PM

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