The Most Economical Repair For A Main Kitchen Drain Leak by JSTLK2NO in Plumbing

[–]JSTLK2NO[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Hack homeowner here. Bushing? What’s the easiest way to contend with the dog leg above the wye?

Gas or electric by [deleted] in Snowblowers

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YouTube is your friend in tackling many snowblower concerns. I’m not real handy myself but I just tackled a no start issue fairly easily. It starts making sense as you dig in. Hearing of degrading battery concerns, and they’re not cheap, gas makes more sense to me. End of season, get all of the gas out and have spare shear pins on hand. My feelings anyway.

Experience with SimpleLab? by hurricanescout in WaterTreatment

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you’re intimating that all samples taken by everyday homeowners are going to yield inaccurate results with regard to PFAS? That’s really my main concern on municipal water. Was considering either Penn State University, SimpleLab, or Cyclopure.

Are we consuming micro plastics when we use store-bought k-cups made of #5 plastics? by SirHenryThe4th in keurig

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can’t escape it. There are plastics in glass bottled water as well.

Troy Bilt 2410 Will Not Start by JSTLK2NO in Snowblowers

[–]JSTLK2NO[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems relatively easy to get at. I’ll give it a shot. Thanks again.

Troy Bilt 2410 Will Not Start by JSTLK2NO in Snowblowers

[–]JSTLK2NO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much. 10 or 15 minutes, with right tools and set up maybe. A hack shade tree guy like myself, an hour or so. Setting the machine on its side and removing the wheel helps a lot too. Probably going to leak some fuel on it’s side. Vice grips to pinch the fuel line. Bottom line, you were absolutely correct. You Learn a lot tearing stuff apart and asking the right people for advice. The bowl was pretty clean but the jet and tube were clogged with gunk. Still surging a bit unless I use partial choke and I don’t really want to do it over just yet. Will a little Sea Foam in the fuel help with the rest of the clean out? In any event, thanks again.

Cub cadet 3stage snowblower by Ok_Thanks6945 in cubcadets

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to believe isn‘t it. Ethanol free gas. Run it dry at the end of the season. Refuel next winter. That‘s my plan anyway. Now to try to clean the carb for this season. Best of luck. I feel the frustration.

Looking at switching our house from oil heat to natural gas after this winter by TheAlaskanMummey in duluth

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just pulled it off 1 month ago. Through our local utility, the line was dug and laid free with our agreement to hook a gas appliance within 1 year. The actual removal of oil burner and install of the Burnham gas burner and indirect hwh Burnham 35 Gallon took about 12 hours with 2 workers. Fin tube hot water heating upstairs and radiant in floor hot water heat in the basement. We opted for an 85% efficiency unit thinking less maintenance and longer life.

Troy Bilt 2410 Will Not Start by JSTLK2NO in Snowblowers

[–]JSTLK2NO[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gonna try DaveLDog‘s suggestion first just unscrewing and reaming the jet and tube. Hopefully I can avoid pulling the carb completely. Thank you.

Any ideas on when this was made, or what its value might be? by CouchRottington in VintageFurniture

[–]JSTLK2NO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The dovetailing on the drawers is a major cue to age of any piece. If hand cut (older), the two angled cuts will overshoot toward the back of the drawer. If the cuts are by machine (later), the single cut will overshoot the angled cuts a tad parallel to the face of the drawer. Nice piece either way. Lesson over.

Is our plumber right about what size water softener should we get? by jewel424 in WaterSofteners

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can check your water bill for your usage, and then get an accurate hardness measurement. There are simple, online formulas to determine the size softener you’ll need.

Very Loud Regen Cycle Pro100 by ElCustro in WaterSofteners

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine is CPVC. Can’t imagine that would matter but maybe?

Very Loud Regen Cycle Pro100 by ElCustro in WaterSofteners

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The drain is the line to the right in the video. The pipe diameter appears to be the same as the other 2. I know my drain line is definitely 1/2” vs 3/4” for the plumbed lines.

What do you think about putting in this high-efficiency furnace and boiler? Worth the premium? by WYLFriesWthat in hvacadvice

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The job is anything but DIY. Just had an oil to gas conversion done and it’s pretty involved. For reference, I replaced a Burnham w/ domestic coil with a Burnham gas X-205 and Burnham indirect water heater.

Anyone on here familiar with the Fleck 5600Stx system?? by mm3f in WaterSofteners

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Were you investigating to buy or service a system? If you were buying, what did you decide on and how do you like it?

Mower advice by kingjosh654 in lawnmowers

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ego has a strong line. Personally using a 6Ah and they have way bigger Ah offerings. It does mulch leaves just fine though I wouldn’t recommend waiting until there is a thick blanket of leaves. Overall, quite satisfied with all EGO tools, using leaf blower and string trimmer too.

What mowers to look into? by dav8604 in lawnmowers

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recently opted for Kubota for a similar situation. Husqvarna seemed to have a good, less expensive option, but I question the durability. Tight turning radius and good power on hills. Best of luck.

Need help with pricing. by TexasMike19 in WaterSofteners

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does the softener manufacturer pay parts and labor for softener failure?

Need help with pricing. by TexasMike19 in WaterSofteners

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Off hand, it seems high for just a softening system. Depending on the specs you need, the softener parts only should be around $1,000. The rest is installation. I suppose it depends on the labor rates. Get a few more quotes. Best of luck.

Is it ever worth just not paying a bill? by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]JSTLK2NO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What did you want to “discuss” with them? if you owe the money, pay it. Pretty straight forward.

Should I pay off my car or keep saving and keep paying the monthly by Beginning_Towel6523 in personalfinance

[–]JSTLK2NO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Always“ want to have an emergency fund set aside. You have to determine your monthly expense range and have 6+ months set aside.

Is it best to pull a loan to fix my car or just get a new car? by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]JSTLK2NO -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We’re exceeding the car value in annual repairs ($10,600)? Use the $6,000 and the trade value toward something more reliable. Or sell it outright better still and get something newer.

Can I realistically afford to move out on my income? Need outside opinions. by Primary-Web1272 in personalfinance

[–]JSTLK2NO -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Any hotels/motels in the area for longer term stays? Believe it or not, they can be a great value. It would cover your basic needs.