Do It Yourself (DIY) - August 2007

yeah, i was cleaning out my garage and found a machete I bought several years ago, it has become rather dull, and a litle rusty. What's the best way to sharpen without getting a sander thingy or any expensive tool. And what's the best way to clean it? If you could contribute, I'd love it!!!

Thanks

2007-08-10 17:39:09 · 4 answers · asked by bob jones 2

i recently moved into a new apartment and the managers will alow me to install my own deadbolt and replace the old modle they have in the door, this is my first apartment on my own so id rather be as secure as possible.

2007-08-10 17:07:22 · 4 answers · asked by annoyed 2

one of those yellow ones.

2007-08-10 15:54:24 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have noticed that mobile homes have a few odd differences from houses.

1. The doors are different. Why are inside doors an inch or two off the floor?

2. Why are the locks different?

3. Why are there dividers on every wall about six inches apart? I am talking about on the outside of the wall.

2007-08-10 15:38:33 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-10 15:10:46 · 8 answers · asked by Michelle G 2

I really need to know!

2007-08-10 15:01:09 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am fairly certain there is leprachaun in my pantry. I've been calling him Elvis. He leaves me small presents and it's getting annoying. Who does he think he is? Last night he left me Chinese Handcuffs that you put on your finger. I used to bond for hours with my sister with those. Kind of bizarre he'd leave them. I think he knows me mighty well. So bright idea, I try to catch him without harming him. I put rubber cement on a chocolate graham cracker. Today, the trap is empty.and the graham cracker is gone. I am out a graham cracker and have no leprachaun. Oh, and brief sidenote 'cause I'd rather not catch a scoldin'...I used non-toxic rubber cement. So, what in the world am I doing wrong?

2007-08-10 14:00:01 · 7 answers · asked by jimmyjfox 1

I need all help. How do i dig my own pond. What will i need. What do i do to stop water from disolving into the ground! HELP ME!!

2007-08-10 11:49:20 · 7 answers · asked by ? 2

its a alpina star 36d brush cutter and im looking for there web site so i can download a manual

2007-08-10 11:17:33 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to buy a long radiator, but need to come through the top bedroom of my house, rather than though the floor, can i hang it upside down?

2007-08-10 10:10:44 · 3 answers · asked by pinkpinkbutterfly 1

After waiting 2 coats of color paint to dry, i remove the blue tapes (between the ceiling and wall) but the tapes peel of the paint even i carefully and slowly remove. How should i remove the tapes so that the paint won't get removed?

2007-08-10 09:26:16 · 16 answers · asked by Esther G 1

i installed some low voltage track lighting with the flex track and it looks awesome. the problem i am having is it goes out after about 35-45 minutes. the main unit attached to the ceiling box gets very hot. after it cools down it works again.

The directions state if something gets hot, it needs to be tightened. the cap for the main ceiling unit snugs up but doesnt sit exactly right on the threads. is this the problem or is it something else? Help!

2007-08-10 08:42:47 · 3 answers · asked by olivesfp 1

i need to know caues i know my buddy would love this on his birthday

2007-08-10 06:39:15 · 11 answers · asked by dacoolstas 2

I want to know if there is a type of paint that can be painted over tile floors and that does not need to be re-painted often. Something durable...is it possible

2007-08-10 06:07:26 · 4 answers · asked by k i w i ♥182 7

Is there any particular way you have to attatch them eg bolts to the wall?My old units were attatched with just a screw in each corner into the wall but as these are solid oak i was wondering if you need extra support?

2007-08-10 06:02:00 · 10 answers · asked by collymore20 2

2007-08-10 06:00:58 · 3 answers · asked by Tissy M 1

hello,i live by a rail track.Will it help to reduce noise to have double pane window installed. how effective is it and how much does it cost? thanks.

2007-08-10 05:45:04 · 5 answers · asked by Xiaobei 2

im 7 months pregnant and my one year anniversary is coming up soon. money is tight. so im hoping that my yahoo answers friends can give me some suggestions or ideas on how to make a little bit of money. im not interested in starting my own business or doing online scams. thanks!

2007-08-10 05:44:03 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've got a fair amount of dust that was produced while cutting some aerated cement (breeze) blocks, and I was wondering if I can treat it like fresh cement and use it to make mortar?
(otherwise I'll have to go out and buy another bag even though I only need a bit more!!)

2007-08-10 04:57:54 · 9 answers · asked by Quasimojo 3

is it adviceable to screw an additional stud to an existing stud? i need to install one to attach a hardibacker.

2007-08-10 04:56:54 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

This tile looks to have been a soap holder that broke off - now I have this black tile with a big piece broken off. The tile work was probably done in the 1950's. Is there any way to remove that one tile and replace it?? IF so, how would I go about doing that?
Thanks -

2007-08-10 04:09:05 · 9 answers · asked by cyndi71mom 5

2007-08-10 03:34:26 · 30 answers · asked by Max 5

There used to be two in my old high school. They're boards with a cutting tool at the end which you lower onto the board to cut. The board is usually grided to help measure. At target their were some for more or less $10, but they were made of plastic and looked cheap. n I basically just want to cut strait. I've heard of one that the company replaces the blades for free, or maybe at discount. That replacement type probably will be hard to find, so any should do and hopefully there are good reviews about it.

2007-08-10 03:04:07 · 6 answers · asked by LUIS III 1

I have a picture frame made of glass and the edges are a bit sharp. Does anyone know the best, easiest way to fix this without damaging the frame? I'm afraid of getting cut when handling the frame. Thanks.

2007-08-10 02:58:50 · 6 answers · asked by magnolia 5

Help, I am trying to replace a 10 yr old pool pump with a new Hayward 1 1/2 HP unit. I need a recommendation on how to remove the union that connects the pump to the DE filter. My issues is that when I turn the union (assuming counter clockwise is correct), and also having another wrench securing the threadeded side connected to the filter, the threaded side connecting to the pump will tighten until it cannot go anymore. If the union piece is only supposed to turn then let me know. otherwise the hacksaw is comming out to seperate the pieces (LOL). Also thinking of using strong flex tubing & clamps to connect once I remove.

2007-08-10 02:49:28 · 5 answers · asked by goindimon 2

I'm trying top make a camera lens case from a tool box and foam padding. The foam is the pink plastic foam used for shipping in an xbox 360 box. I want to glue several pieces together then glue the pieces to the inside of the case. What will work to make the pieces bond together?

2007-08-10 01:20:58 · 4 answers · asked by Mike R 5

2007-08-10 01:00:39 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-10 00:34:02 · 1 answers · asked by sn13611999 1

HI, MY 5 GIRLFRIENDS AND I ARE IN OUR EARLY TWENTIES. WE WANT TO MAKE A TIMECAPSULE TO OPEN IN 10 YEARS TIME (2017). I WAS THINKING OF PERHAPS EACH OF US GETTING A PLASTIC TUPPERWEAR CONTAINER AND FILLING IT WITH OUR OWN PERSONAL THINGS, AND THEN PLACING EACH OF THE 6 TUPERWEAR CONTAINERS (ONE FOR EACH OF US), IN A LARGE PLASTIC TUB AND SEALING IT, AND STORING IT IN A CUPBOARD AT MY HOUSE. WOULD THIS KEEP WELL? WHAT SORT OF THINGS CAN WE INCLUDE? THANKS FOR ALL YOUR HELP! KIND REGARDS :)

2007-08-10 00:26:30 · 8 answers · asked by luckie_puris 2

hi i want to get into welding .i will be welding hydrolic rams to front loader of my tractor so the metal is thick and welds must be stong. i also have to attach big brackets to the loader bucket and repair holes and attach lifting eyes to it . i also may need to cut holes in thick metal 15 mm thick what type of equipment /tourch will do this. thank for any help.

2007-08-10 00:24:34 · 3 answers · asked by goldie 1