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Yesterday, 9:51 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Freight charge for 1 qt of water based stain in Off Topic Forum

Years ago, I ordered some R-404a Freon ( 30# cylinder.) Shipping was less than $20, but haz mat charge was over $50. Used to get R-22 thu local...

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Yesterday, 9:42 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Racing to the Bottom in Off Topic Forum

Every week, I use a bunch of Blue Bonnet stick margarine making biscuits (2 1/4 sticks.) Last year was paying $1.69 for two pound box ( 8 sticks,)...

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06-05-2023, 4:57 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Science of Magnets in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Bought some RE magnets and cups from Lee Valley years ago. They suggested filing a notch in one side of the cup, so you could pry the magnet out if...

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06-05-2023, 4:54 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Creeker's Past Week's Accomplishments in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Spent most of the week in a stupor, from meds for pinched nerve in my neck. Been off them for over a week now, but effects are still there. No...

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06-05-2023, 4:43 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Did your 2023 homeowners insurance cost go way up? What are you paying? in Off Topic Forum

Here in NC, rates went up about 25%. Most policies went from $1k deductible to $2K deductible, in addition to premium increase, a double whammy....

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06-03-2023, 9:24 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Houston, we have a Problem in Sawmills and Kiln Drying

Pictures reminds me I need to find up my log arch I built with best friend back in the eighties, when I could WELD. Now my welds look like a bubble...

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06-01-2023, 8:56 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread HVAC hard start kit: worth the $350? in Off Topic Forum

A Soft Start Kit ( not a hard start kit) could possibly lower energy costs, but it would take a while to see a pay back on investment. It lowers...

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06-01-2023, 8:52 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread I'm at that stage in life.... in Off Topic Forum

I have an allergy to the Happy Birthday song. Every time it's sung to me, something new hurts, or doesn't work. Getting old isn't for sissies!

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06-01-2023, 3:39 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Fuel injector cleaning - necessary or beneficial ?? in Off Topic Forum

Typically we (extended family) run vehicles to minimum 500K mark. Never once has injector cleaning been included in maintenance program. Do buy our...

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06-01-2023, 3:32 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread New car “ fees”. Yikes! in Off Topic Forum

Consider ordering car thru a third party (Costco, BJ's, etc.) or buy a used leased vehicle instead.

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05-22-2023, 9:51 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Creeker's Past Week's Accomplishments in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Congrats. Tuesday, went to Garden Club Picnic. Made a steam tray of banana pudding to take. This recipe uses two dozen eggs (separated) two boxes...

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05-21-2023, 9:14 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Taper jig in Shop Made Tools and Machines

Same here. Built it, but never really used it after testing.

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05-18-2023, 10:22 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread A great experience at the New Jersey department of motor vehicles in Off Topic Forum

Co-owning a vehicle exposes both of you to liability. This means in an accident, a judgement could take everything you both own because your are co ...

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05-18-2023, 10:15 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread 107 years and 1 month in Off Topic Forum

Sorry for your loss. Lost my 104 + eleven moths friend in December. Unfortunately, now your fun begins down at the Register of Deeds Office. First...

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05-17-2023, 9:51 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Raleigh/Durham Area - Favorite Hardwood and Plywood Vender? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Wurth on Poole Rd in Raleigh is who I used when building cabinets for a living. A trip to The Hardwood Store is most likely in your future. Well...

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05-17-2023, 9:39 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Plumbing: water pressure and noise mystery in Off Topic Forum

Because you don't have a pressure regulator, water hammer could be coming in on service from street. The force of the moving water in pipes has to...

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05-15-2023, 11:05 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Sorry Water Heater in Off Topic Forum

Better grades of WH contain either larger, or two anodes. First WH in house was a big bucks State brand. Gas valve failed at 18 years. New valve...

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05-15-2023, 9:24 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Iron accumulation (I think) in a toilet bowl in Off Topic Forum

Unless you treat your water to remove iron, scrubbing the toilet bowl is a waste of time. Stain is coming right back.

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05-14-2023, 8:48 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Sorry Water Heater in Off Topic Forum

Couple of items. First, I'm reinstalling a propane gas powered WH. Second, doesn't need electricity to run. Always a pleasure to have hot water...

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05-13-2023, 9:20 PM

Bruce Wrenn started a thread Sorry Water Heater in Off Topic Forum

Today did some work on gas lines, which meant WH had to be lit again. Noticed some heavy flaking off on bottom of tank, which tells me it's time for...

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05-13-2023, 9:02 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread It finally happened to me! in Off Topic Forum

May 1st, had a package shipped from mid state NY. Tuesday, May second, package is in local USPS distribution center. Then it headed north, first to...

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05-12-2023, 8:53 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread How to blacken or blue screw heads? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Next time painting screw heads, stick them thru a piece of cardboard. No worries about over spray, or damaging paint removing them

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05-12-2023, 8:49 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Iturra Design Catalog in General Woodworking and Power Tools

SPEND THE MONEY! Best less than ten bucks you will ever spend

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05-12-2023, 8:42 PM

Bruce Wrenn started a thread Streaming Services and RUKU in Off Topic Forum

We cut the cord on Direct TV last week Now we need to subscribe to a streaming service. My question is because we have two televisions in different...

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05-12-2023, 8:33 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread I need garden hose reel recommendations in Off Topic Forum

Instead of dragging hose around the house, why not run a "seasonal spigot" instead? Use 1/2", or 3/4" PVC pipe ( I prefer 1/2" ) and lay upon ground...

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05-10-2023, 9:59 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Gas can frustrations in Off Topic Forum

Still using my trusty WEDCOs from the eighties. Have several, and need to order some more spouts and vent caps. Squirrels love to chew on vent caps,...

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05-10-2023, 9:53 PM

Bruce Wrenn replied to a thread Podiatrist has different prices based on insurance in Off Topic Forum

My last pair of diabetic shoes were about $375 (four years ago,) with my share being $74. Recently wife went to New Balance store to buy a pair of...

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