24 yo. Parts are still available. More to come!
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24 yo. Parts are still available. More to come!
serviceguy
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Tools is always good, multiple tools is better, all the tool groups is betterer...even though I'm not sure what I/m looking at...
iman29
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Possibly the only sink related repair that did NOT require the three trips to the store to fix.
however I did buy 2 replacement handles kits in case I screwed something up or lost a washer. Worst case it’s for the next time the spray handle fails in about a year.
I found the same model so I didn’t even have to go under the sink and swap out the hose holder.
any good ideas how to get rid of the hard water stain around the base ?
however I did buy 2 replacement handles kits in case I screwed something up or lost a washer. Worst case it’s for the next time the spray handle fails in about a year.
I found the same model so I didn’t even have to go under the sink and swap out the hose holder.
any good ideas how to get rid of the hard water stain around the base ?
moose35
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Vinegar
Red Mosquito
Formerly RLB the Scrapple Boy
https://www.mtbnj.com/forum/threads/clean-start.42537/post-983947
I did two of mine today with CLR - one chrome, one satin - both came out fine.
(my softener ran out of salt! also took care of that.)
I did two of mine today with CLR - one chrome, one satin - both came out fine.
(my softener ran out of salt! also took care of that.)
serviceguy
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I did enjoy the full write up. This type of job is above my paygrade though. Waiting for the post where the two rusted in place screws fall off the valve after being left unattended for 15 minutes...
Red Mosquito
Formerly RLB the Scrapple Boy
Next project, replace the plastic with wood. F squirrels....
Red Mosquito
Formerly RLB the Scrapple Boy
I thought about that too. I think the inside may be ok, but I'm thinking the router bit might melt the plastic too. Plus that MFer went pretty deep on a few pieces. Not sure why after 6 years they decided my table would be tasty.
And it’s that time of year again-
Return of those a$$hole carpenter bees.
I prepared for a round of the usual- up onto the roof, spray cover with the distance spray, and get some foaming stuff into the holes in the eaves.
I tried something different today-
Internets say the preferred weapon is a tennis racket. Don’t have one, so I tried this:
Half a kayak paddle.
I’m going to say it’s the superior armament for the task.
Gives you reach, easy to get a two-handed swing on (forehand or backhand), and they resonate with a nice thunk when you connect.
This has turned a dreaded chore into a really fun activity.
I lost count at 15- I’ll say I was north of 20 on the day, and got all but 2 that I saw.
I’ll try to get Mrs Manic to get pictures when I get back up there to get some Great Stuff in their nests.
Also scored bonus points by squeegeeing the skylights and windows while I was up there.
#winning
Return of those a$$hole carpenter bees.
I prepared for a round of the usual- up onto the roof, spray cover with the distance spray, and get some foaming stuff into the holes in the eaves.
I tried something different today-
Internets say the preferred weapon is a tennis racket. Don’t have one, so I tried this:
Half a kayak paddle.
I’m going to say it’s the superior armament for the task.
Gives you reach, easy to get a two-handed swing on (forehand or backhand), and they resonate with a nice thunk when you connect.
This has turned a dreaded chore into a really fun activity.
I lost count at 15- I’ll say I was north of 20 on the day, and got all but 2 that I saw.
I’ll try to get Mrs Manic to get pictures when I get back up there to get some Great Stuff in their nests.
Also scored bonus points by squeegeeing the skylights and windows while I was up there.
#winning
A few years ago i was going double fisted with badminton racquets. Eventually i just replaced everything they were in with PT and vinyl
Red Mosquito
Formerly RLB the Scrapple Boy
Are the squirrels eating it now?
iman29
Well-Known Member
Yup same here except I don’t climb ladders anymore I will be calling exterminator Monday.
iman29
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So yesterday after my ride I had to cut the grass. Normal task not DIY worthy and even my Middle son decided to help.
so while showing him the line trimmer I ran out of line and had to run to the store to get more. No big deal. Well then my car wouldn’t start. Battery dead.
Jump start took a few attempts and then the only way I could start it was while he revved his car up to 3000rpm. That’s how I new the battery was toast.
No big deal right. ? Just ran to NAPA and got a new one and throw it in. Yeah right.
went to take off the batter hold down clamp
And the shitty 7/16 bolt snapped right off. FML.
after debating a bit I decided to use my screw head reamer bit and basically drill it out to make a hole. Then we passed a bolt underneath and threaded a nut onto it to make a stud so that I can slide the batter hold down bracket over it and secure the battery.
the longest part of this task was finding a bolt/nut combination in my garage to fit. a 15 minute task became an hour.
so while showing him the line trimmer I ran out of line and had to run to the store to get more. No big deal. Well then my car wouldn’t start. Battery dead.
Jump start took a few attempts and then the only way I could start it was while he revved his car up to 3000rpm. That’s how I new the battery was toast.
No big deal right. ? Just ran to NAPA and got a new one and throw it in. Yeah right.
went to take off the batter hold down clamp
And the shitty 7/16 bolt snapped right off. FML.
after debating a bit I decided to use my screw head reamer bit and basically drill it out to make a hole. Then we passed a bolt underneath and threaded a nut onto it to make a stud so that I can slide the batter hold down bracket over it and secure the battery.
the longest part of this task was finding a bolt/nut combination in my garage to fit. a 15 minute task became an hour.
Red Mosquito
Formerly RLB the Scrapple Boy
Situation normal!
R grate
Active Member
Rob order one of these I have made about 300 of them in 2 years they work , I should have started a webpage like this chick
ilnadi
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I changed the screen on a Nexus phone and it was a PIA, even with the right display.
wait, you let a 11yo order and complaining he got the wrong thing? Methinks there;s more to this tale 😉
