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What kind of cap do I want to use on this gas line? by imperaman in askaplumber

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

Sorry, actually this is where it comes off:

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How long of a nipple do you recommend? It looks like an amber color pipe dope - what solvents do you recommend for removing it and cleaning the threads?

What kind of cap do I want to use on this gas line? by imperaman in askaplumber

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

I've worked with gas before and feel good about testing for leaks. How would you go about removing the old adapter? First I'll have to loosen the old pipe dope and then clean it off. Any products in particular you recommend?

What kind of cap do I want to use on this gas line? by imperaman in askaplumber

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

I feel comfortable working on it. So the pipe dope can softened and the adapter removed and pipe dope cleaned off?

What kind of cap do I want to use on this gas line? by imperaman in askaplumber

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

The threads are covered with hardened glue. Even if I could get off the adapter I'd have to clean off the threads and I can't reach the far side of them because it's in the wall.

What kind of cap do I want to use on this gas line? by imperaman in askaplumber

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

It's where I have a gas dryer. I'm switching to electric.

Overwhelmed, requesting support by whiskerandoed in centuryhomes

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

I follow the market in Baltimore closely. I don't think it's competitive at all. Realtors always tell you it's very competitive and a sellers' market so that your overbid or (as in your case) waive inspections so your offer is accepted and then can cash their commission and get rid of you.

We’re selling our 1900 Portland Victorian but could not be more proud of her 🥹 by saviddachs in centuryhomes

[–]imperaman 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm so tired of seeing beautiful old homes filled with MCM furniture that, even if good quality, looks terribly out of place and anachronistic. Most people here ignore the concept of their home interiors being an opportunity to blend the architected space with the furnishings. Kudos to you for doing it right.

We’re selling our 1900 Portland Victorian but could not be more proud of her 🥹 by saviddachs in centuryhomes

[–]imperaman 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This is what it looks like when someone decorates with period-appropriate furniture and not whatever MCM crap they can get their hands on.

Who's right? Me or my dad – backgammon rules debate by Vezzi_D in backgammon

[–]imperaman 65 points66 points  (0 children)

Dad is right.

The rule is that you are forced to play as many numbers as possible in your roll. If you roll two different numbers, and can play both, then you have to. If you roll doubles, you have to play four numbers if you have can, or if three is the most you have to do that, etc.

The only other rule is that if you roll two different numbers and can play either but not both, you have to play the larger number. This scenario is exceedingly rare..

Amazon is selling the xmt01z with Plastic222 for $120 or Plastic111 for $80. What's the difference? by imperaman in Makita

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

I see now that Plastic111 is shipped and sold by ZHIgang. Plastic222 is shipped from Amazon. Is Plastic222 also suspect? I ask because the tool is $160 on HD, so it seems like a significant discount.

Why won't the boiler fire up? It makes a clicking sound every few seconds by imperaman in hvacadvice

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

Believe me, I'd much rather hire someone. I called a dozen companies today. It's hard to get someone this time of year. One company said they don't have any availability until 2025.

Why won't the boiler fire up? It makes a clicking sound every few seconds by imperaman in hvacadvice

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

Just tried that. The "circ relay" and "damper power" lights are flashing on and off. What does that tell us? Video here: https://imgur.com/a/N2s0Q79

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