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  0 Thread: deck design
Post: deck design

Anyone recommend a decent deck design program?
mission16 Home Improvement 0 1,496 10-30-2016, 08:49 PM
  0 Thread: Pool Build 2016.
Post: Re: Pool Build 2016.

I never have figured out why people think pools are so much work. We had a 27' above ground when we lived in MA. It's all about routine. [br] Here in Central AR, we currently just have a 15' frame po...
mission16 Home Improvement 4 3,619 06-20-2016, 08:10 PM
  0 Thread: Weed whackin in the summertime.
Post: Re: Weed whackin in the summertime.

I live in Central Arkansas. I wear an old pair of jeans, work boots, lightweight long sleeve denim shirt and a ball cap. [br] mostly to keep critters off and make cleanup easier.
mission16 Home Improvement 11 7,222 06-20-2016, 08:01 PM
  0 Thread: J.C. Penny is getting back in the appliance business
Post: Re: J.C. Penny is getting back in the appliance bu...

Not much margin in the appliance but there sure is in the service plans they will be selling with them. [br][br]Most retailers don't "own" the appliances, per se. A few lower end models in inventory b...
mission16 Home Improvement 5 5,920 02-03-2016, 10:12 PM
  0 Thread: PSA- Makita XPH03Z. Hammer Drill/Driver. Tool Only. HD
Post: PSA- Makita XPH03Z. Hammer Drill/Driver. Tool Only...

Check your local Home Depot. Down to $60.
mission16 Woodworking Power Tools 0 1,129 12-24-2015, 01:08 PM
  0 Thread: Need ideas on how to fix this: Gnawed table legs.
Post: Re: Need ideas on how to fix this: Gnawed table le...

[blockquote]BobW said:[hr][br][br]Oh, and is this a pom or pom mix? We've got three of 'em. They are great little dogs with a lot of heart and personality. [br][br][hr][/blockquote][br] Fiona is a ...
mission16 Woodworking 9 4,801 11-02-2015, 03:15 PM
  0 Thread: Need ideas on how to fix this: Gnawed table legs.
Post: Re: Need ideas on how to fix this: Gnawed table le...

Wow! Great solutions! I never thought of Bondo or Durhams. I have used drywall mud to smooth imperfections on flat boards but knew it wouldn't stand up in this situation. [br] As to how to stop futu...
mission16 Woodworking 9 4,801 11-02-2015, 03:08 PM
  0 Thread: Need ideas on how to fix this: Gnawed table legs.
Post: Need ideas on how to fix this: Gnawed table legs.

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mission16 Woodworking 9 4,801 11-01-2015, 09:37 PM
  0 Thread: Chainsaw Sharpening
Post: Re: Chainsaw Sharpening

I use an attachment on my Dremel. Works great for me.
mission16 Woodworking Power Tools 11 9,315 11-01-2015, 11:19 AM
  0 Thread: New cordless drill - but which one?
Post: Re: New cordless drill - but which one?

[blockquote]Robert Adams said:[hr][br][br][blockquote]blackhat said:[hr][br][br]What evidence do you have that Home Depot sells a cheaper line of Milwaukee tools? They may not always have the latest ...
mission16 Woodworking Power Tools 18 12,524 10-28-2015, 08:42 PM
  0 Thread: Sturdy picnic table plans
Post: Re: Sturdy picnic table plans

Cool. This design will work nicely.
mission16 Woodworking 3 8,282 10-28-2015, 08:31 PM
  0 Thread: Should I rebuild batteries or buy a new drill?
Post: Re: Should I rebuild batteries or buy a new drill?

Great input! I think I am going the BF route. I know THD will have something good, hopefully Ridgid so I can use the LSA. I do prefer the feel of the Makita though. [br] Honestly, I really don't have ...
mission16 Woodworking Power Tools 14 16,410 10-25-2015, 08:09 PM
  0 Thread: Should I rebuild batteries or buy a new drill?
Post: Re: Should I rebuild batteries or buy a new drill?

[blockquote]kscott said:[hr][br][br]Didn't your Ridgid set come with the LSA option? All the Ridgid tools I have are covered and battery replacement is free.[br]HTH[br]Ken [br][br][hr][/blockquote][b...
mission16 Woodworking Power Tools 14 16,410 10-25-2015, 07:53 PM
  0 Thread: Should I rebuild batteries or buy a new drill?
Post: Should I rebuild batteries or buy a new drill?

My beloved Dewalt 9.6v drill's batteries have finally given up. 12 years old. [br]My 12v Ridgid set now has 1 working battery. It is about 9 years old. [br]In both sets the tools them selves are fine,...
mission16 Woodworking Power Tools 14 16,410 10-22-2015, 08:05 PM
  0 Thread: Sturdy picnic table plans
Post: Re: Sturdy picnic table plans

Those look nice! A few questions for you: [br]- How do they hold up? The ones I'm planning will only be used a couple times a year but I do want them to to be tough enough to withstand heavy use durin...
mission16 Woodworking 3 8,282 10-22-2015, 07:59 PM
  0 Thread: Lumber in W.MA
Post: Re: Lumber in W.MA

When I lived in Springfield, MA, my go to place was Connecticut Wood Group in Enfield. Great selection and good prices, very helpful folks. I used to buy a lot of curly maple and quartersawn white oak...
mission16 Woodworking 6 6,703 10-17-2015, 07:44 PM
  0 Thread: Sturdy picnic table plans
Post: Sturdy picnic table plans

I am in need of some ideas for picnic tables for public use.
mission16 Woodworking 3 8,282 10-16-2015, 07:08 PM
  0 Thread: Plumbing Help - Delta Kitchen Faucet
Post: Re: Plumbing Help - Delta Kitchen Faucet

[blockquote]Bob10 said:[hr][br][br]Call them for a replacement [br][br][hr][/blockquote][br][br]+1[br]Delta Faucet has some of the best phone customer service.
mission16 Home Improvement 3 4,453 09-20-2015, 06:52 PM
  0 Thread: Honda mower issue. Anyone here knowledgable on them?
Post: Re: Honda mower issue. Anyone here knowledgable on...

[blockquote]Woodenfish said:[hr][br][br]So is it fixed? [br][br][hr][/blockquote][br][br]No.
mission16 Home Improvement 6 5,656 08-31-2015, 09:15 PM
  0 Thread: Honda mower issue. Anyone here knowledgable on them?
Post: Honda mower issue. Anyone here knowledgable on the...

Or can direct me where to search? [br][br]HRM217 model. For whatever reason, the blade is not level to the deck so it cuts a slight slant to the left. [br] Sent to authorized repair and they found no...
mission16 Home Improvement 6 5,656 08-31-2015, 08:43 PM

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