Do It Yourself (DIY) - July 2006

I have a rolling chair with casters that screw into the base, but one has stripped out. Both the male (bolt) and female (hole) threads arer stripped. I can't find a similar caster, so I want to rethread this one. I know how to use tap and die to cut threads, but are there any tricks to make the re-threading work well in this case?

2006-07-05 10:35:00 · 0 answers · asked by pollux 4

ok i made 1 by takin gunpowder from blackcats botlerockets and "h-bombs" i put it in alimunum foil and taped it up... when i lit tha fuse it made white smoke instead of exploading.. my friend bought some from another friend and his (except for the gun powder dono wat kind he used) i know for a fact were made in the same stuff... prabably in the same way.. and tha 1's he bought all made a explosion sept 4 1.. it did a sparkler thing... so.. can some 1 explain and tell me how

2006-07-05 10:26:40 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Dumb question but...

Are drywall plugs only necessary for heavy items? I am hanging curtain holdbacks and they are very light. The package came with screws and plastic plugs, but are the plastic plugs really necessary?

2006-07-05 09:59:54 · 6 answers · asked by ontario ashley 4

2006-07-05 08:30:49 · 9 answers · asked by Nick 1

I have a DG120 Tork timer system. Here is a schematic of the wiring for it: http://tork.com/pdf48w.htm

I believe i have hooked it up correctly but when i turn on this sytem to set the schedule i notice that it is already providing output to the load (which is an outlet jack area, 2 of them, where i connect my pond pumps to). Its very strange because although the timer system says it is "OFF" i am still getting power to the load. The wiring is in a way that the "NO" has a wire connected to it (see the diagram) but there is no wire to "NC".

And here is where it gets stranger. When i move the wire from "NO" to "NC" i notice i only get output power to one outlet jack area and not to both areas. And it still didn't matter if the timer system was showing "OFF". It still was providing power to the one outlet jack.

My guess is the internal switch is damaged and stuck part way between "NO" and "NC" but mostly at "NO" which would explain why it gives full power to both jacks.

2006-07-05 08:10:40 · 3 answers · asked by rob m 1

I have let my grass grow too long. It is a very healthy green color though but i am afraid that when i cut it the grass will loose its dark greeness and become yellow. Is this true? Will the grass be so damaged from the mowing because i let it grow so high? I have read that it is best to cut the grass high and often because it makes the grass stronger. I still dont get the logic behind that. But please help me out and let me know what i can expect when i do cut my grass down to normal size. Right now its about 5 inches long -- and i will be cutting it down to 2-3 inches.

2006-07-05 08:04:51 · 15 answers · asked by rob m 1

I'm using a L-14, 30amp twist lock between my house and Honda A.C Genset, Honda has a L14,30AMP, GFI. I kill the house main and not use Ground from Honda, RUNS GOOD! What's the theory between GFI and normal ground, why would it trip?

2006-07-05 08:02:27 · 1 answers · asked by honker 4

Also, how to wire outdoor electrical outlets to code, underground.

2006-07-05 07:19:15 · 3 answers · asked by iwannaduff 1

2006-07-05 05:45:59 · 4 answers · asked by rjb9379 1

A blonde or a brunette?

2006-07-05 05:32:28 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-05 05:02:53 · 5 answers · asked by shor-d 1

I am painting my room and one wall is going to have stripes. I need some tips on how to make it easier.

2006-07-05 04:52:52 · 5 answers · asked by x3 L0venTHEpack 2

they are smooth thin wood or laminent and dark. would like them to look like real wood grain style cabinets.

2006-07-05 04:16:00 · 4 answers · asked by Mendy 1

I need tips on how to install tiles around bathroom walls. I have the walls up and taped. Now what???
I leveled and drew a line under the window cell horizontal and vertical.
1) Do I start tiling from the tub up?
2) How do I seal - or do I have to seal the tiles (Ceramic tiles 4x4)?
3) What type of sealer should I use? Please give me a name that I can easily find @HD or loews.

2006-07-05 03:41:03 · 3 answers · asked by osman g 1

I'm looking to learn more about upholstery and furniture restoration. I was just wondering if anyone knew of classes around the Philadelphia area!

2006-07-05 03:30:55 · 3 answers · asked by jillainphilla 1

I would appreciate some tips in relation to installation or where to buy if it is possible

2006-07-05 02:42:21 · 10 answers · asked by Tonya S 1

2006-07-05 02:38:12 · 6 answers · asked by George I 1

our small town lumber yard bussiness owner told me he does'nt sell lumber under 1000 board feet, how do i measure 1000 board feet of lumder?

2006-07-05 02:35:38 · 6 answers · asked by james 2

Yesterday I take a course but I would like to find more information

2006-07-05 01:40:47 · 3 answers · asked by marilym25 2

2006-07-05 01:11:11 · 3 answers · asked by patz50n 1

2006-07-05 00:22:09 · 7 answers · asked by Ng T 1

2006-07-04 23:21:32 · 22 answers · asked by glads73 1

i am in the very early stages of research here, and was hoping someone might have a list from previous projects.

2006-07-04 22:02:12 · 14 answers · asked by snaed1 1

...for installing pre-hung doors(needs to fire 2 1/2 finish nails and 1 1/4 finish nails) and for installing moulding(crown moulding and baseboards). What is 16-guage, 18-gauge, etc...? Also, should I get a nailer that uses a compressor or DC current(cordless)?

2006-07-04 19:18:22 · 6 answers · asked by Rob 1

2006-07-04 18:11:20 · 2 answers · asked by cdog 1

We saw this on a home improvement show but cannot remember which show. Have single bed headboard and footboard, need directions on how to make a hanging quilt rack

2006-07-04 15:50:20 · 2 answers · asked by azreid 1

2006-07-04 15:16:31 · 3 answers · asked by Boob 1

empty glass beer bottle heated with blow torch on side 3/4 to bottom small bowl depression forms and hole is formed at bottom of bowl looks to make a kick *** pipe but cooling in air it shatters around one minute afterwards tried heating the surrounding arear of bowl to aid in slower cooling but similar effect was noted although less breaking occurred mainly just minor cracking any ideads ive read that glass has a transition tempurature but do work with glass

2006-07-04 13:09:16 · 11 answers · asked by abramelin_the_wise_mage 3

2006-07-04 13:05:08 · 4 answers · asked by annbolyen32 1

2006-07-04 12:43:26 · 2 answers · asked by dresnick 1