http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031?format=rss Tribe.net. Local Connections http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#cab1ec00-5d6d-4c90-91e8-2586e117a635 found new trick for sawzall today... I want to cook half of this big frozen pork roast, so I used the sawzall and a pruning blade on it! just like cutting a tree limb... Sun, 11 May 2008 23:33:27 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#cab1ec00-5d6d-4c90-91e8-2586e117a635 Bobby Love 2008-05-11T23:33:27Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#aab4ac14-3534-47c2-8843-d8a1680212ab As far as weapons go, anything can be turned into a weapon. A pencil could be a weapon, or a spoon with a sharpened edge could be a weapon. A fist or elbow could be a weapon. Some people use their sex organ as a weapon. Even a weapon could be a weapon. Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:25:03 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#aab4ac14-3534-47c2-8843-d8a1680212ab Briggi 2008-04-20T19:25:03Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#3c8dce67-08cd-4166-aec1-638274ced9cd As far as minimal toolkits go, as for example when backpacking in foreign lands & camping: Leatherman Blast II (the kind with scissor) ...and/or Victorinox camping knife... (having about 10 tools) small Visegrips paperclips rubberbands matches and/or disposable butane lighter candle stub sewing kit if bicycle touring, then add bike tools, tube repair kit, spares of tubes, brake cable, screws. Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:22:26 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#3c8dce67-08cd-4166-aec1-638274ced9cd Briggi 2008-04-20T19:22:26Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#54ff6943-cfec-4fdc-9943-6dfe88a0971f Thalia: ... I too am a fan and user of olive oil. In addition to what you said about it, it works great as an organic gentle and effective after-shampoo hair conditioner, eases sore eyes when rubbed in, as an emolient on dry skin, smoothes out a sour stomach, and makes for a wonderful salad dressing ingredient. Molly Oh : About oilve oil lamps -- this is the traditional fuel used in lamps pre-dating even biblical times. Used for thousands of years way before foul-smelling petroleum-derived lamp fuels. Beautiful natural organic light. Try using a thinner wick, or else a wick of a different material. Try this: take three thin 1/4 inch strips from an old cotton shirt or cotton scrap (not synthetic blend), and then braid them tightly into a wick... try it now. Get back to me if that doesn't make it. Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:12:39 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#54ff6943-cfec-4fdc-9943-6dfe88a0971f Briggi 2008-04-20T19:12:39Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#502a8fc3-6352-4554-97ab-7445896b2dd2 Hmmm - so many good ones already listed! Guitar picks (thins or mediums) Denturist's tools (what hobby stores call "dental tools": spatulas, carvers, points, & scrapers) Tiny crochet hooks A pen light Mini quick-release clamps A flat, fine diamond file The used files from my last root canal Syringes (without needles) Dental floss No-Corrode (for soldering ) Contact cleaner (or a pencil eraser, in a pinch) ...and for my garden, soluble kelp Sun, 20 Apr 2008 15:15:06 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#502a8fc3-6352-4554-97ab-7445896b2dd2 polymorph 2008-04-20T15:15:06Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#82117ac4-4b84-4a33-b524-e315340367ff swiss pick-mattock (military surplus trenching tool) Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:28:02 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#82117ac4-4b84-4a33-b524-e315340367ff chris 2008-04-14T06:28:02Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#35a8d303-99ce-4d6f-a4f8-055a56dca07f rope, knife, half-round file, hose clamps, j-b quick, barge cement(glue), carpet needles Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:25:54 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#35a8d303-99ce-4d6f-a4f8-055a56dca07f chris 2008-04-14T06:25:54Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#d80762f4-a215-46e0-9850-c7be45871fd0 the internet (without a doubt) My peeps 26 oz builders hatchet epoxy gorilla glue contact cement screwgun pocket knife rope tin shears machete (great camping tool) drywall knife keyhole saw powder actuated pin driver C-clamps..... I fucking love tools %35 food grade hydrogen peroxide (had a wart on my hand once. Strong H2O2 just kills it. look up oxygenation therapy) maple syrup (in the gas tank) gorilla tape Sun, 13 Apr 2008 18:52:39 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#d80762f4-a215-46e0-9850-c7be45871fd0 Gerardo 2008-04-13T18:52:39Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#fdc9a014-92d7-4565-b829-a9ad558a7c9e Bit off topic - but check this - Duct Tape Wallet by Ducti http://www.thinkgeek.com/homeoffice/gear/5f21/ There are heaps of cool gadgets there - like the pocket knife with a USB :) Thu, 10 Apr 2008 03:55:38 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#fdc9a014-92d7-4565-b829-a9ad558a7c9e Bloke. Trivia Pimp 2008-04-10T03:55:38Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#7bd174d5-afab-495d-9150-5af3abd50622 Like Tomasso said, me. My brain, the way I've trained it and the stuff I've put in it. Having long experience in winging it and a base in really basic technology. Also the attitude that I'm smart enough to solve problems and not letting them intimidate me. And like Triode said, the internet is pretty amazing for information and ideas. Sat, 05 Apr 2008 01:45:36 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#7bd174d5-afab-495d-9150-5af3abd50622 Steve e 2008-04-05T01:45:36Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#7e56b2c9-b440-4cea-a32d-914efb8092b2 Hey, it works folks. Believe it. Fri, 04 Apr 2008 02:37:44 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#7e56b2c9-b440-4cea-a32d-914efb8092b2 grouchosuave 2008-04-04T02:37:44Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#1e52235e-2892-4e1b-b8e6-0b01c630cc88 here is my secret weapon on nails, when nailing if you are close to an edge or using wood that likes to split i allways set the nail on the concrete tip up and hit it once to blunt the head so when you nail it it is punching through the wood not splitting it like a mini splitter, works pretty good, try it sometime and be amazed! Fri, 04 Apr 2008 02:06:50 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#1e52235e-2892-4e1b-b8e6-0b01c630cc88 RICK 2008-04-04T02:06:50Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#91a9dba2-70c3-49b6-ae58-03676bcc48ee Bailing wire duct tape needle nose pliers and one year a bread tie....my cylenoid wire broke off from the starter...I pulled the paper off a bread tie(wire) and hooked it back up, started just fine for another year till i sold it! having those items in a car is GOLD! Thu, 03 Apr 2008 15:00:16 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#91a9dba2-70c3-49b6-ae58-03676bcc48ee shelly 2008-04-03T15:00:16Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#53ea91ac-31c4-413f-ad37-3f109b78195c hmmm. Gotta second the olive oil. For everything. Apple cider vinegar. Hemp salve/balm/oil. Hot glue. Needle-nose pliers. Gaff tape, definately. Tiny screwdrivers (you just never know when you need 'em.) Coffee, dark chocolate, and a good cabernet. Booty. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 05:01:08 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#53ea91ac-31c4-413f-ad37-3f109b78195c Deebug 2008-04-02T05:01:08Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#75054fb7-3cd2-4198-8161-86c310b9d155 The basic Appalachian Toolbox: Duct Tape and WD40. If it moves and it ain't supposed to - Duct Tape it. If it doesn't move and it's supposed to - WD40 it. The full Appalachian Toolbox throws in a six-pack. Sat, 22 Mar 2008 15:55:29 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#75054fb7-3cd2-4198-8161-86c310b9d155 Edward 2008-03-22T15:55:29Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#05a10a05-c84e-4ce2-9877-eeaa7b08aa8e i'll have to try putting vasiline on my balls before using my sledge hammer and see if it helps! i just hope no one gets their vasiline confused with their gorrila glue. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 13:13:25 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#05a10a05-c84e-4ce2-9877-eeaa7b08aa8e aunt bea says argh!! 2008-03-15T13:13:25Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#087340e7-9f82-43f1-b520-1886144f68b8 Werd. The little sledge at the jobsite has the nickname "Little Buddy" Fri, 14 Mar 2008 19:16:54 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#087340e7-9f82-43f1-b520-1886144f68b8 grouchosuave 2008-03-14T19:16:54Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#0156ba7d-f6df-45e4-a24f-767ff0ccd175 Too thick. replace the wick, clean out ALL olive oil. Use Liquid Parifin lamp oil. never mix it ( including wick) with anything else, it will stink. Fri, 14 Mar 2008 16:14:02 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#0156ba7d-f6df-45e4-a24f-767ff0ccd175 Dan 2008-03-14T16:14:02Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#9a6b8fbd-596f-4f04-9ab6-626755d46b27 Yeah forgot my 8lb persuader <A cut handled sledge> JSin Fri, 14 Mar 2008 07:09:53 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#9a6b8fbd-596f-4f04-9ab6-626755d46b27 JSin 2008-03-14T07:09:53Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f399139c-cd53-4c4d-ac12-300f3d1f0627 this tribe. you guys rock! Fri, 14 Mar 2008 05:55:15 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f399139c-cd53-4c4d-ac12-300f3d1f0627 bunny 2008-03-14T05:55:15Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#3ba05558-468b-423a-a906-f52ced387545 I don't know what I'm doing wrong, but I put olive oil in my lamp and the damn thing won't stay lit!!! Advise? Fri, 14 Mar 2008 01:18:55 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#3ba05558-468b-423a-a906-f52ced387545 Sprout 2008-03-14T01:18:55Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#6c5021d0-636c-4079-ab1a-81d1608d3749 ez-out drill bits my knife. i always have at least one one me. always. patience ingenuity a BIG HONKIN' [dead-blow] hammer Fri, 14 Mar 2008 01:13:17 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#6c5021d0-636c-4079-ab1a-81d1608d3749 Aaron 2008-03-14T01:13:17Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#fa8f503c-03f6-4653-a450-23e336e9064e my all-time most-valuable trick: sticky-backed Velcro tape. That stuff is fierce. One house I rented, when I really had no tools at all, was basically held together with this. Including sliding glass door and windows, which otherwise had a habit of falling off the house. Lots of great ideas here. Additional use for Vaseline - if you rub it into your forearms and up past the elbows before you paint, all those inevitable splatters that land past your gloves when you raise your arms will be easy to wash off. This is specially true for primer - which can set like cement on you in no time flat. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 18:56:53 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#fa8f503c-03f6-4653-a450-23e336e9064e $item.owner.firstName 2008-03-13T18:56:53Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b90b4a98-f149-4bc8-a981-d5fabbb91e03 Actually, it's a six pointed star. The non-trademarked name is "hexalobal,"as there are six lobes... Thu, 13 Mar 2008 14:01:01 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b90b4a98-f149-4bc8-a981-d5fabbb91e03 Aaron 2008-03-13T14:01:01Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b536de2d-df06-40f7-bc3d-702fe3d0c709 why's everyone saying gorilla glue? Its not the best for most applications. if you do use it please read the instructions. think ahead before you squirt glue everywhere. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 09:00:53 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b536de2d-df06-40f7-bc3d-702fe3d0c709 adam 2008-03-13T09:00:53Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#855a93cf-3a08-4580-a733-bf6c8d526876 STEEL WOOL. 0000 fine (ultrafine) great for cleaning nooks n crannies on glass - think leaded glass windows or stained glass. VASELINE. do your legs or ass or balls get chapped? there's no cure like vaseline. gone in a few hours and a good preventative for runner's chap. sorry that was kind of gross. IMPACT DRIVER. most brands that make a power drill now make an impact driver. drive left-handed or off-angle, into hard wood. easy on the arms. SELF LEVELING LADDER LEGS. http://www.apex-unlimited.com/leseadlalegl.html (among others) you can also use legs that you adjust yourself, which may last longer under heavy use. but seriously guys? putting a 2x4 with some other scrap under one ladder foot is a great way to experience a spinal injury. not to mention the time it is taking you to just set a ladder. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 08:56:00 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#855a93cf-3a08-4580-a733-bf6c8d526876 adam 2008-03-13T08:56:00Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c467991c-ca05-4a3c-ad74-f5bd78fa4b83 Had to think of all the must have staples I keep in my bag: Duct tape Gorrilla glue Bamboo skewers 5 way painters tool 6 way screw driver Channel Locks Speed square Drywall screws 15/8 2" 3" and 4" (Square drive thank you) Zep Orange Cleaner WD40 JB weld 2 part epoxy Flat Bar Cat's paw Silicone tape Electrical tape <The best for bandaging those holes in your hand> Cordless drill I think there are others but when you are a handyman for a living you tend to collect a lot of secrets JSin Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:31:36 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c467991c-ca05-4a3c-ad74-f5bd78fa4b83 JSin 2008-03-13T07:31:36Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#7a139ccd-1885-4d3d-879e-b0a2b328ed91 Yeah that is a combination drive... I am not real impressed with em... Put me down for square drives every time. JSin Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:26:23 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#7a139ccd-1885-4d3d-879e-b0a2b328ed91 JSin 2008-03-13T07:26:23Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#55ddeea0-57f2-4e53-a5d2-82de3fe8e6a3 Adjustable wrench (always on my belt) Pocket Knife (or possibly just a box cutter) Sheetrock screws None of them are really secret, but i find all of them very handy! Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:55:29 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#55ddeea0-57f2-4e53-a5d2-82de3fe8e6a3 Matte 2008-03-12T17:55:29Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c219c6ad-d38c-42f9-9ad9-493588adf557 <That's a Torx head> Torx are the ones that look like a 8 pointed star, common on headlight adjustment screws and other automotive applications. He means the square head decking screws, which rule. <peanut butter........in a pinch as a lubricant> Dude, thats way kinky. Licking it off of selected external body parts sounds cool, other than that i'd worry about rashes. Sun, 09 Mar 2008 15:22:24 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c219c6ad-d38c-42f9-9ad9-493588adf557 $item.owner.firstName 2008-03-09T15:22:24Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#d03f80a8-e8c0-4d13-b2f8-326ccdeead8f gotta love the cave wo/man tool kit in the car................ Sat, 08 Mar 2008 07:07:55 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#d03f80a8-e8c0-4d13-b2f8-326ccdeead8f skadi 2008-03-08T07:07:55Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#701902ae-ab91-4e84-84c6-aaf53a27f2eb That's a Torx head, ( not an insult :-) Sat, 08 Mar 2008 00:20:19 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#701902ae-ab91-4e84-84c6-aaf53a27f2eb Dan 2008-03-08T00:20:19Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#008e86bd-f2a3-4bce-a353-09abbd8b7cce my secret weapon is also my biggest most versitile tool in the shop - me. Ask anyone who knows me, they'll vouch for my being a tool. And theres nothing i can't use me on. Fri, 07 Mar 2008 19:53:34 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#008e86bd-f2a3-4bce-a353-09abbd8b7cce Tommaso 2008-03-07T19:53:34Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#ee240d18-c9ce-4f81-9a26-8aefd323ebfa i use to use the sheetrock screws but moved up to the green deck screws they sell at home depot. they've got a hybrid phillips/square slot that requires the bit that comes in the box but they are coated against the elements and i very very rarely have one break. Fri, 07 Mar 2008 19:50:26 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#ee240d18-c9ce-4f81-9a26-8aefd323ebfa Tommaso 2008-03-07T19:50:26Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#539fbaba-9394-409b-afbd-f5a4b93f3f5f 1. Swiss army knife 2. Gorilla Glue 3. Cell phone.... Fri, 07 Mar 2008 19:11:38 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#539fbaba-9394-409b-afbd-f5a4b93f3f5f ~M~ 2008-03-07T19:11:38Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f0d0aedf-14be-4b89-b06d-2dc985b72ff9 E-6000 Fri, 07 Mar 2008 18:55:08 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f0d0aedf-14be-4b89-b06d-2dc985b72ff9 NeonBunny 2008-03-07T18:55:08Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c6f2dd29-8c87-4351-b843-7a47d384fb50 see triode's post! although i am a master fabricator. Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:22:56 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c6f2dd29-8c87-4351-b843-7a47d384fb50 Snowlover 2008-03-07T17:22:56Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#4267bc2f-fd30-402b-8111-bed200a080fd heh, skadi, my sister has a 'tool kit' in her car....a butter knife, a rock and a coat hanger. Fri, 07 Mar 2008 06:52:01 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#4267bc2f-fd30-402b-8111-bed200a080fd aunt bea says argh!! 2008-03-07T06:52:01Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f49bf8e5-4a1e-423b-8f18-db202a7699da butter knives and grapefruit rinds Thu, 06 Mar 2008 21:18:26 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f49bf8e5-4a1e-423b-8f18-db202a7699da skadi 2008-03-06T21:18:26Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#90ff091b-00d2-460b-90d8-bf2c4204cd22 #1 - The internet. If I don't know how to do something, I look it up. 99% of the time, no matter how stupid of an idea I have, someone has already done it and has posted good information somewhere. I even have a 'puter in my garage. #2 - My air compressor. Shop air is almost as usefull as electricity. With air and a plethora of cheapo harbor freight air-tools, I can cut, grind, sand and polish anything. #3 - MIG welder. I'm no master fabricator, but being able to stick two peices of steel together and make on peice of steel opens up a world of posibilities to a DIYer that has no equal. Thu, 06 Mar 2008 16:26:34 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#90ff091b-00d2-460b-90d8-bf2c4204cd22 $item.owner.firstName 2008-03-06T16:26:34Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a5207db2-9028-4d42-88b5-56a217b2e32e My new Kobalt screwdriver, Very well made, Alumn. big grip, double set of bits in the handle WITH an extension, solid ratcheting action. All this in a cool blue, black, and chrome package ! Yes, I realy love using it. You could say , " I love to scr........," no, I'm not gon'a say it ! Thu, 06 Mar 2008 14:52:46 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a5207db2-9028-4d42-88b5-56a217b2e32e Dan 2008-03-06T14:52:46Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#8d644afa-562b-400a-b8db-e985253ad159 the library. free books on how to do anything confidence and imagination old men....they love to help and teach and they are old enough to remember how things are supposed to be done right, but also have lots of experience jerry rigging. Thu, 06 Mar 2008 07:56:56 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#8d644afa-562b-400a-b8db-e985253ad159 aunt bea says argh!! 2008-03-06T07:56:56Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a1a3b992-ea08-4d17-922a-953c74e5e9ae Baby vice grips are my old standby. New favorite is the cordless sawzall with pruning blade. It's so light I can use it one handed at arms length, way up in a tree or deep in overgrown brush. My forest is becoming a park! White lithium grease is great at keeping the vice grips from freezing up. (I use 'em underwater) Thu, 06 Mar 2008 06:34:01 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a1a3b992-ea08-4d17-922a-953c74e5e9ae Bobby Love 2008-03-06T06:34:01Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#0986aac3-4ff9-4cec-b0f7-5a90c4a21cb6 insulation foam spray gods gift to fillers..made horns on helmuts too. Tue, 23 Jan 2007 05:31:04 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#0986aac3-4ff9-4cec-b0f7-5a90c4a21cb6 Marion 2007-01-23T05:31:04Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#894aa237-3914-4b84-a709-9669ae53054e Hmm, so many good ones already. Great tips, thanks ya'll! Weldbond: fixed a dumpstered table, decoupaged a dining room set and rocks all my mosaic work. In response to PB keeping dogs busy: Smosh some into a hollow hard bone, add garlic (helps repel fleas) and nutritional yeast (general good health). Tue, 23 Jan 2007 05:02:03 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#894aa237-3914-4b84-a709-9669ae53054e Sprout 2007-01-23T05:02:03Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b520ef1f-d7d2-4cef-b42f-e8e3a9eda32a Re ; Econotig. I think I'll stick to my $250.00 wirefed welder. I'll farm out any Alum. welding. Tue, 23 Jan 2007 00:42:15 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b520ef1f-d7d2-4cef-b42f-e8e3a9eda32a Dan 2007-01-23T00:42:15Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#41eeafdd-6f09-4a9c-9695-47358cd69ec7 Re: Econotig: I bought mine on sale maybe 6 years ago and got it for a little less than $1k. No doubt the price has gone up but they don't wear out so maybe you'll find one on ebay or craigslist when someone upgrages? Mon, 22 Jan 2007 19:21:14 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#41eeafdd-6f09-4a9c-9695-47358cd69ec7 Steamboat Ed 2007-01-22T19:21:14Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c68c5909-cc65-4ca2-92f2-4db70e9a57dc Time Machine, WD40 and vise grips Sat, 20 Jan 2007 03:31:05 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c68c5909-cc65-4ca2-92f2-4db70e9a57dc $item.owner.firstName 2007-01-20T03:31:05Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c39ea5fd-d615-4896-ac29-3380d98a0a23 Knife Gorilla glue (so shitty for the environment they don't label it with ingredients) Two screwdrivers Fri, 19 Jan 2007 14:18:16 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c39ea5fd-d615-4896-ac29-3380d98a0a23 Chris 2007-01-19T14:18:16Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f60a3adb-4a45-42d3-9e79-962f8696c2a1 ziplocks for organizing, An 18 gauge pin nailer and wood glue, zipties, jb weld, shims, All purpose light weight spackle for paint grade jobs and crayons and markers for stain grade jobs to cover up flaws and nail holes. Fri, 19 Jan 2007 03:32:37 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f60a3adb-4a45-42d3-9e79-962f8696c2a1 edwerd 2007-01-19T03:32:37Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b867faa0-4dd5-49fa-893d-8549d27884e5 Econotig, is'nt that thing like $1500.00 ? or is there a reality priced model now ? Thu, 18 Jan 2007 23:21:04 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b867faa0-4dd5-49fa-893d-8549d27884e5 Dan 2007-01-18T23:21:04Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a67d926b-ea96-4f3b-af00-281fe88ef9e7 I bought an extra drill at a yard sale, and now I have two, plugged into a power strip, so I can drill with one and set screws with the other without pausing to change bits. Thu, 18 Jan 2007 20:26:43 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a67d926b-ea96-4f3b-af00-281fe88ef9e7 S. Archer 2007-01-18T20:26:43Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#45a89f4a-6bc0-413c-853c-3de675f0f913 --Bar none my little Econotig welder. I can't think of all the things I've made with it.. That and a cold saw, heh. Thu, 18 Jan 2007 19:17:59 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#45a89f4a-6bc0-413c-853c-3de675f0f913 Steamboat Ed 2007-01-18T19:17:59Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c60bb782-cfd1-4fa8-a99d-4b6f9c5ccd39 my imagination. . .never leave home without it either! sometimes i lose track of it though!!! hmmm. . .now where did i leave that imagination. . . Thu, 18 Jan 2007 04:21:56 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c60bb782-cfd1-4fa8-a99d-4b6f9c5ccd39 lorenzo 2007-01-18T04:21:56Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#883a23c6-b6c5-474d-8b35-f1d28265330e what a great thread, learned so much.... Must say the best overall cleaner i have ever found, i found at the $ store it's "Awesome" can't beat it a buck a bottle, however don't use it on chrome ,windows or mirrors. Thu, 18 Jan 2007 03:30:37 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#883a23c6-b6c5-474d-8b35-f1d28265330e Linda 2007-01-18T03:30:37Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#32e8aa22-c1ce-45e9-bcb1-36b4eb0f7892 tweezers, of course. won't leave home without em'. Wed, 17 Jan 2007 20:04:51 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#32e8aa22-c1ce-45e9-bcb1-36b4eb0f7892 kasia 2007-01-17T20:04:51Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#e28ac874-6601-4521-bf45-6132084afd87 Borax will also kill flea eggs in carpet. It worked great one summer when we had a flea infestation because of our two kitties. Wed, 17 Jan 2007 19:48:57 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#e28ac874-6601-4521-bf45-6132084afd87 Dan10things 2007-01-17T19:48:57Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f2387a36-73fb-4b86-9bdd-f889c42e47f2 Goo Gone. It's like ultra super powered orange cleaner. I've mixed it with baking soda and made the best cleaning paste ever. Oxy Clean. Takes stains out of everything and doesn't bother people with sensitive skin or allergies. Sharpies. You can cover up scratches on shoes, paint, etc with them. Nail polish. If you can't cover it with Sharpie you can probably cover it with the right color of nail polish. Wed, 17 Jan 2007 19:15:17 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f2387a36-73fb-4b86-9bdd-f889c42e47f2 Lianna 2007-01-17T19:15:17Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#bf16e280-5321-4c5a-98af-f0f962f2feef as lame as it sounds, i'd have to say -- the confidence to try something. i know so many people who wonder how on earth i: changed the handles on the kitchen faucet; replaced the toilet; fixed the washing machine; etc., etc., etc. and, for each of those (well, except for the kitchen faucet handles -- that was a no-brainer), the internet was -- once again -- my "secret weapon." you can find diagrams to do anything! but, sans computer, my "secret weapon" would have to be borax. here's my list of things i use it for: * basic cleaning spray recipe * pre-soak on clothes/laundry to get out -- "new" smell (due to chemical treatments of the fabric), other people's smelly laundry detergent, cigarette smoke, cat pee, well, you get the idea * ant killer (combine 1 tbsp borax with 1/4 cup powdered sugar; sprinkle mixture around the path or hill of the ants; they will take it back to the queen to feed her, and it will kill her, thus killing the entire colony) * soap scum remover (combine with a bit of dish detergent, then scrub the bathtub / shower) * sprinkle generously over FRESH / WET cat pee -- it will soak it up and eliminate the odor (if the mess is already dried, use vinegar to clean it up) * basic laundry detergent booster ('specially if you've got hard water) Wed, 17 Jan 2007 16:58:30 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#bf16e280-5321-4c5a-98af-f0f962f2feef Alex 2007-01-17T16:58:30Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#5715ba52-d944-4e93-8c90-39471d8a4bf1 CA glue ( Cynoacralate, super glue) I find the mid viscosity with catalist- Zip kicker, the most usefull. Great for small casting, use with fiberglass cloth, soft woods . I can make almost any small part with it, and attach it to almost anything. And lots 'O' files , All the odd shapes and sizes you can find. Wed, 17 Jan 2007 14:06:08 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#5715ba52-d944-4e93-8c90-39471d8a4bf1 Dan 2007-01-17T14:06:08Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#8e681b96-7174-4ea5-9e2d-50be85621bd4 iron on patches and iron on mending tape. Wed, 17 Jan 2007 06:40:24 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#8e681b96-7174-4ea5-9e2d-50be85621bd4 Pia 2007-01-17T06:40:24Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#8306e7b3-4154-4c05-833c-25d21cf40f49 thinking it over before i do anything irreversible. i've cut one too many boards short... Tue, 16 Jan 2007 23:42:31 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#8306e7b3-4154-4c05-833c-25d21cf40f49 Sassy Bastard 2007-01-16T23:42:31Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#4c653be4-410d-4d1d-a0dc-6c51e9c2c1a5 I'll thrid beeswax. Run your thread thru it before you being sewing (by hand) and your thread won't tangle as much. And if it does, it's really easy to untangle. Also used for candles and as a lip balm. My weapon of "choice" is olive oil. The best thing EVAH - you can use it as a lubricant (for damned near EVERYTHING - yes, including that!), you can eat it, cook with it, rub it on your skin to soften, burn it in a lamp (loves my olive oil lamps), use it as a furniture rub - pretty much anything and it's biodegradable and smells good! Tue, 16 Jan 2007 18:07:48 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#4c653be4-410d-4d1d-a0dc-6c51e9c2c1a5 Thalia 2007-01-16T18:07:48Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a624e322-2d05-45d6-837c-0785cab90fd7 I use beeswax to ease screws into hardwood, like when joining the face frames on kitchen cabs with finish screws. Tue, 16 May 2006 03:40:01 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a624e322-2d05-45d6-837c-0785cab90fd7 Marc 2006-05-16T03:40:01Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#7878e12d-40fd-4d6c-a702-5ccb71a89b08 Sshhhhh- This is a secret that shoulda died with our Grampaws. Beeswax. For freeing up stubborn, rusty, or ancient nuts and bolts. Beezwax and a little heat always does the job after all other products have been tried and violently discarded in exasperation. Tue, 16 May 2006 02:31:31 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#7878e12d-40fd-4d6c-a702-5ccb71a89b08 Mike T 2006-05-16T02:31:31Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#6b2a85f5-697d-4425-95c7-ffe813d0951c Leatherman cable ties the internet Sat, 13 May 2006 16:52:55 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#6b2a85f5-697d-4425-95c7-ffe813d0951c Marpa 2006-05-13T16:52:55Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#77a393f5-029c-4a3d-b4d6-214cff932dcd Swiss Army Knife Duct Tape Zip Ties Super Glue Drywall Screws WD-40 Sat, 13 May 2006 16:15:22 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#77a393f5-029c-4a3d-b4d6-214cff932dcd $item.owner.firstName 2006-05-13T16:15:22Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#71f98841-0497-4cce-b19b-145f17641c79 5 IN 1!! Fits in the pocket, pries, scrapes, precision chisel, everything you said, the finest tool known to man. No jobsite is complete without one, or several. Sat, 13 May 2006 15:07:02 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#71f98841-0497-4cce-b19b-145f17641c79 Than 2006-05-13T15:07:02Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#3326e654-0a6a-4576-b2e6-31f13022fb46 The "bevel tool." It lets take a measurement of any angle, no matter how weird, so you can transfer it to a board without having to figure out any math. Sat, 13 May 2006 14:40:38 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#3326e654-0a6a-4576-b2e6-31f13022fb46 Ember 2006-05-13T14:40:38Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#47113626-71b6-485e-a69f-db64144120b0 What's your favorite secret weapon? hands down: an ice pick.... Sat, 13 May 2006 04:57:32 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#47113626-71b6-485e-a69f-db64144120b0 $item.owner.firstName 2006-05-13T04:57:32Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#25ed50c8-d57a-4cf5-8c1c-a1b6c3ec9881 I love my Makita cordless impact driver too. It is trully an amazing tool. Here is a link to my amazon tool reviews the Makita is third one down. http://www.amazon.com/gp/cdp/member-reviews/A1JNBMM11KANWY/ref=cm_cr_auth/102-8306428-6173721?%5Fencoding=UTF8 Wed, 03 May 2006 01:54:30 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#25ed50c8-d57a-4cf5-8c1c-a1b6c3ec9881 Marc 2006-05-03T01:54:30Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#069c27e8-5fb2-4e3e-aa53-5c2ed9ceae51 I've got a ton but lately it's: My impact driver. Maigsmelooklyke sezzy pro-carpenter! Tue, 02 May 2006 21:35:31 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#069c27e8-5fb2-4e3e-aa53-5c2ed9ceae51 spyral 2006-05-02T21:35:31Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#1c38874a-0277-4e3d-8d1e-cde4bc75cbbe Cable Ties! The big black industrial ones. You can hold anything together with them. I've fixed my transmission and even a broken tent pole, all with cable ties. Wed, 05 Apr 2006 02:17:57 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#1c38874a-0277-4e3d-8d1e-cde4bc75cbbe Mark 2006-04-05T02:17:57Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a01a6bc4-30d1-419a-ba6f-d35f2e5b4689 That is why is makes your skin sooooooooooo soft. Fri, 31 Mar 2006 00:16:18 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a01a6bc4-30d1-419a-ba6f-d35f2e5b4689 Turtle 2006-03-31T00:16:18Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#5e43a334-c443-47eb-b6b2-d8a9eb5c84a1 Whats the prize!? Yeah, I love this idea -- i might offer it up as a fundraising event for the organization i work for! Thu, 30 Mar 2006 14:31:40 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#5e43a334-c443-47eb-b6b2-d8a9eb5c84a1 M_Dream 2006-03-30T14:31:40Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#eb27cbd6-f5a8-4f0a-b7c8-d0e4a65ec0db Dude, I love that idea. Turn a bunch of DIYers loose on a decaying house with nothing but a handful of "secret weapons" and see who can make the biggest gains on the place. Competition begins at my house this weekend. All of you show up with your secret weapons, and we'll see which of you makes the most progress on the place by Sunday night. Thu, 30 Mar 2006 04:42:13 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#eb27cbd6-f5a8-4f0a-b7c8-d0e4a65ec0db Be-in 2006-03-30T04:42:13Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#1b5f0472-4120-46ea-b56d-7b739e8703bc or a 10 n 1 screwdriver for that matter. Thu, 30 Mar 2006 03:49:33 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#1b5f0472-4120-46ea-b56d-7b739e8703bc M_Dream 2006-03-30T03:49:33Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#6d575f4c-9b0e-4acd-af7c-e913307effb5 modemlooper wrote: that is scary! you can remove paint with a beauty product! Actually, it's the mineral oil in SSS that is the "secret ingredient" that removes the paint. WW Thu, 30 Mar 2006 01:41:47 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#6d575f4c-9b0e-4acd-af7c-e913307effb5 Witchy 2006-03-30T01:41:47Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#e5aba1f1-15c5-42c8-99bb-77490d213361 that is scary! you can remove paint with a beauty product! Wed, 29 Mar 2006 03:59:34 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#e5aba1f1-15c5-42c8-99bb-77490d213361 modemlooper 2006-03-29T03:59:34Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#0bc9c377-2e05-4b20-b995-929cb9e122c2 good call on the coathanger, along those lines i will add, CHICKEN WIRE Tue, 28 Mar 2006 21:52:13 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#0bc9c377-2e05-4b20-b995-929cb9e122c2 RICK 2006-03-28T21:52:13Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#fb47851c-949e-47a8-9a6d-ae036703ede8 Zip Ties. Tue, 28 Mar 2006 21:49:18 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#fb47851c-949e-47a8-9a6d-ae036703ede8 Turtle 2006-03-28T21:49:18Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#aaf708f2-27cf-4f49-bf3c-423943f05e22 I'm a fan of romex, copper electrical wire... great for hanging things, binding things, fishing things out of other things, makes a good probe or poker, I hear it even carries Electrons rather efficiently AND It comes pre packaged in triple or quadruple strengths. Hell Once I had to cut some rope in the boonies and all I had was some heavy guage copper wire and a hammer. Remembering my neolithic technology, I cold hammered the wire until it was flat and had a crude but reasonably sharp edge that would saw through the rope . Romex, Duct tape and Epoxy, The triple threat... Now wouldn't it be fun to take this list of secret weapons... create a standardize kit (kinda like the old pinewood derby kits) then have a competition to see what DIYers could build out of it!? Like a cross between Monster Garage and Iron Chef. Tue, 28 Mar 2006 18:37:37 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#aaf708f2-27cf-4f49-bf3c-423943f05e22 Dano 2006-03-28T18:37:37Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#5e1e3adf-370f-48cb-b11a-b6fee7fcb0ac Paper clip and a gum wrapper??? Nah, seriously: Caulk, white usually.... hides a multitude of imperfections. Mon, 27 Mar 2006 21:45:09 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#5e1e3adf-370f-48cb-b11a-b6fee7fcb0ac ReachOut 2006-03-27T21:45:09Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#123edaae-8c2b-4ad9-b72d-c670717e917b Baking soda Cleans everything, deodorizes everything, a good gargle with water for a sore throat. Mon, 27 Mar 2006 21:31:12 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#123edaae-8c2b-4ad9-b72d-c670717e917b Åmªzºn¡Kª 2006-03-27T21:31:12Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#35796964-7446-4af2-b973-de7897841509 hot glue. Mon, 27 Mar 2006 16:59:42 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#35796964-7446-4af2-b973-de7897841509 Tom 2006-03-27T16:59:42Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#fe6f9879-db89-474e-b1a1-552b2b853888 Painter's 5-in-1 tool. You can do basically anything with it and it's indestructible. A short list of uses: -Scraping anything off of anything -Opening paint cans and the like -Use as a flat-head screwdriver -Mixing anything that needs mixing -Cleaning paint rollers -Tearing lath off studs -Peeling oranges -Cleaning fingernails -Carving wood and drywall so they fit -Peeling up tile -Cleaning other 5-in-1s Sun, 26 Mar 2006 03:33:01 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#fe6f9879-db89-474e-b1a1-552b2b853888 Be-in 2006-03-26T03:33:01Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#16e0ab5e-224b-4cec-9639-6dbcb9a94788 easy off Sun, 26 Mar 2006 01:04:01 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#16e0ab5e-224b-4cec-9639-6dbcb9a94788 James 2006-03-26T01:04:01Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#1cc34e47-b189-4116-932e-d262bc38eaf3 1 Epoxy - to build up plastic parts (like your own plastic molding machine) 2 old Bike Inner Tubes - rubber feet, grippy surfaces for clamping, making giant rubber bands and the old classic 3 Coat Hanger Wire - for nearly anything: brackets, protective bumpers, handles, reinforcements, etc. Particularly useful in conjunction with epoxy for anchoring your wire apparatus. Sat, 25 Mar 2006 22:48:01 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#1cc34e47-b189-4116-932e-d262bc38eaf3 jaime 2006-03-25T22:48:01Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#d27acc71-d736-4c0c-943b-634a85013838 Sheetrock screws and a cordless drill. I've got them in about 4 lengths and 2 finishes. I find myself wondering if that is a "secret weapon" or just a "weapon of choice", Mon, 20 Mar 2006 23:08:08 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#d27acc71-d736-4c0c-943b-634a85013838 Erik 2006-03-20T23:08:08Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c28282be-343e-474b-b904-bea3260750e9 " the internet" Actually, I totally agree. Being able to find stuff like PDF's online of operation's manuals and schematics for old electronics and appliances rules my world, along with forums like this for DIYers that have been there and done it before me that can offer the type of advice you just won't get from a book. When I work on my arcade games, I run back and forth between my game and soldering iron and my PC, pouring over schematics, repair guides, and asking questions in online forums and getting sometimes almost instant advice and answers. Mon, 20 Mar 2006 22:22:16 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c28282be-343e-474b-b904-bea3260750e9 Dan10things 2006-03-20T22:22:16Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#bc3a9d2c-aca4-48e7-b94f-60cb3f615455 the internet....if i dont have the how to...its somewhere out there just waiting for me to find it or have someone show it to me. Mon, 20 Mar 2006 21:41:40 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#bc3a9d2c-aca4-48e7-b94f-60cb3f615455 $item.owner.firstName 2006-03-20T21:41:40Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#3b4d1b06-a413-451c-bc53-88b598ae99f9 i like 100% silicone. liquid nails is good too Sun, 19 Mar 2006 05:44:49 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#3b4d1b06-a413-451c-bc53-88b598ae99f9 $item.owner.firstName 2006-03-19T05:44:49Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f58e09d2-1a20-4a27-85df-be59abe29151 thought i should clarify -- I don't plant the vines! They have existed as invasives before my gardens...it makes pruning less of a chore because there is a practical use for the clippings. Sun, 19 Mar 2006 03:59:05 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#f58e09d2-1a20-4a27-85df-be59abe29151 M_Dream 2006-03-19T03:59:05Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a7d268e8-25a4-4caf-a1ad-79447690472e Newpaper as a ground barrier in my planting beds. I prep the soil, lay down the papers, cut holes where my plants go, plant, and then cover the paper with additional soil or mulch. Makes me so kinds of happy not to have to weed so often. Sun, 19 Mar 2006 03:11:02 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#a7d268e8-25a4-4caf-a1ad-79447690472e Karlana 2006-03-19T03:11:02Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#16b0d686-f0bc-4133-bae8-dcca60729a48 If I told you it wouldn't be a secret anymore now would it? Sat, 18 Mar 2006 20:38:31 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#16b0d686-f0bc-4133-bae8-dcca60729a48 $item.owner.firstName 2006-03-18T20:38:31Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#595156f1-c4f9-43af-9b8b-2c6c5697c4fb What a great question! Borax, kills fleas, cleans everything, gets rid of odor, biodegradable - combined with the orange cleaner, its super! Throw in some baking soda --- and vinegar. No stain is safe. For gardening - dead leaves and invasive vines like ivys and wild grape -- they can be a pain but are great for trellises, pole beans - any plants in general that need to be propped up. They are easily woven together and made to be beautiful. Also great for decorating a party or dried for cabinet handles... And a 1" putty knife...and bottle nosed pliers. Sat, 18 Mar 2006 20:31:04 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#595156f1-c4f9-43af-9b8b-2c6c5697c4fb M_Dream 2006-03-18T20:31:04Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#dcb37051-0ab0-4eb6-a6ef-adb41c24d07a Shoegoo and sharpies Sat, 18 Mar 2006 06:24:12 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#dcb37051-0ab0-4eb6-a6ef-adb41c24d07a GAYTHA 2006-03-18T06:24:12Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b822a804-9ebf-43d2-86b3-3ac4679204fc Peanut Butter - Good for eating, sticker/gummy stuff removal, distracts my dog for hours when she's hyper, lubricant in a worse case scenario Swiss Army Knife - Totally boring answer, but I have one on me at all times and use it daily for opening boxes, people's beers when there is no bottle opener around, and to take out screws when I'm working in my arcade games with a soldering iron in one hand, flashlight in my teeth, and bent into some wierd position where it will be a pain in the ass to grab a screwdriver from my took box, but I can just pull out my knife from my pocket. Super Glue - The quick fix and it works for closing a bad cut until you can get stiches Duct Tape - Already mentioned and everyone knows it, but damn if it hasn't saved camping trips, car windows that have been busted into, sinking rubber rafts, tying down tarps to stuff in the back of my truck, etc. Small Maglight Flashlight - Essential, I use mine 2-3 times a week. Have one in my truck, one on my fridge, one in my toolbox and one on my desk. Sat, 18 Mar 2006 02:30:00 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#b822a804-9ebf-43d2-86b3-3ac4679204fc Dan10things 2006-03-18T02:30:00Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#09f0461c-e437-4a4f-8600-1da025f06d1d i use 5 minute epoxy on EVERYTHING! Fri, 17 Mar 2006 22:40:13 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#09f0461c-e437-4a4f-8600-1da025f06d1d RICK 2006-03-17T22:40:13Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#87c6cc0f-0e40-462d-99f4-9aa6d9c596f4 Orange Guard... doubles as an amazing ant killer. Yep. Fri, 17 Mar 2006 02:47:53 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#87c6cc0f-0e40-462d-99f4-9aa6d9c596f4 mara 2006-03-17T02:47:53Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#501f9092-e1e7-43ad-a580-3d005f453b0f CLEAR 100% silicone caulk jb weld Fri, 17 Mar 2006 02:02:57 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#501f9092-e1e7-43ad-a580-3d005f453b0f $item.owner.firstName 2006-03-17T02:02:57Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#cfb4ce2e-5a80-4c9c-a580-93e7c0d3e2bf Industrial strengh orange cleaner. Cleans the hell out of everything. Fri, 17 Mar 2006 01:09:01 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#cfb4ce2e-5a80-4c9c-a580-93e7c0d3e2bf Andy 2006-03-17T01:09:01Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c9e285b8-0907-484a-a5dd-7312da87c696 The prevalence of duct tape is indicative of a virtual pandemic of skills and knowledge. Weapon: Hmmm I prefer my 9mm auto-pistols though I have been known to employ a 12 guage short barrel pump and a 22 ruger target pistol. Fri, 17 Mar 2006 00:52:58 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#c9e285b8-0907-484a-a5dd-7312da87c696 ALLAH God of all 2006-03-17T00:52:58Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#d8ecd2c0-0cc0-44a1-8659-046f501cb2b4 So Red Green says that duct tape is the handyman's secret weapon. And from his shows, you can sure believe it. What's your secret weapon? Mine is wooden toothpicks and Skin So Soft bath oil. Wooden toothpicks and a little bit of glue are one of my favorites. Great for fixing things I goof up when drilling. I made bookshelves recently, and planned to use those little brass brackets to hold up the shelves. The last time I made shelves, the brackets I bought required 1/4" holes. I should have checked the store and bought the brackets before I drilled. Can't find 1/4" anymore. But wooden toothpicks came to the rescue. 3 toothpicks in the hole, pushed in the bracket and broke of the excess toothpick...you can't even tell. They're also great for those wobbly little screw-in knobs that won't stay screwed in. Just put a toothpick or two in the hole with a drop of glue. Let it dry, then screw them back in. Loose furniture joints can also be fixed with the flat kind of toothpicks...they slide easily into the spaces in the joint . Skin So Soft is also great stuff! Aside from removing gooey gluey stuff, you can also use it to clean oil based paint off yourself and off brushes. It's a lot easier on the skin and brushes than paint thinners. It is a bit more expensive, but you don't need a lot to do the job. WW Thu, 16 Mar 2006 22:47:06 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/ee89a203-8161-4b32-ac5d-af058c120031#d8ecd2c0-0cc0-44a1-8659-046f501cb2b4 Witchy 2006-03-16T22:47:06Z