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    F.B.I. Raids Office of Trump’s Longtime Lawyer Michael Cohen

    One thing after another. Way beyond whatever most people could imagine. My younger relative sent me a link to the reddit politics forum and its hard to stop reading it. https://www.reddit.com/r/politics/...
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    Delta Faucet Warranty Is Great

    Isn't proof of purchase require for the Delta faucet warranty ? My receipts are long gone.
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    Truckers set to cash in on your lungs, courtesy the Pruitt EPA

    True but Regan and repubs later brought in James Watt and Anne Burford were who awful.
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    Is Ubuntu the most widely used Distro?

    Ubuntu (Mint), best support.
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    Homedepot Paint - Behr vs Glidden

    I forgot to mention that I recently noticed that Home Deport sells another line of paint now called - PPG Timeless . I have no idea which PPG store line it compares to .
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    Homedepot Paint - Behr vs Glidden

    I don't think so but there are some painting contractors out there who will let you use their account # for cash purchases .It benefits them keep their volume buying power up - better discounts . I had this info from one of them while back but lost the #.
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    Homedepot Paint - Behr vs Glidden

    I am having to paint a couple of houses again and ran across this thread. I am eligible for the Home Depot Pro Xtra 20% off paint discount but prefer to use SW or PP paints from their stores. Can someone please pm me with a 40 + % off contractor account code for SW or PPG. - Thanks
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    Ubunto or Mint

    I've decided to use Ubuntu for the time being . The Unity interface is not a problem for me. Thanks for the feedback.
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    Ubunto or Mint

    For several years on and off I have played with linux live cds but couldn't get it so I lost interest. However, recently one my family Window 10 pc systems got corrupted and I was unable to reinstall the OS with the information I have so it means that I will have to purchase a new copy of...
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    Windows10 bootloop problem ?

    My pc will not boot . Powering it on shows preparing automatic repair then a small box showing windows defender offline then it starts all over. I downloaded a w10 install usb stick but none of the recovery options do not work so I would have to do the reinstall (reset?) meaning that I would...
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    Copying files from W10 pc hard drive using linux ?

    1. An Ubuntu 16.10 Live DVD worked on copying the smaller directories to flash drive. However copying the larger ones seem to bog down ( transfer rates going way down from few Mbs to a Kbs and didn't seem to finish (flash drive had more that enough capacitiy) . What is that all about ? Memory...
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    Copying files from W10 pc hard drive using linux ?

    My Windows 10 PC is hoplessly stuck in " preparing for repair " bootloop. None of the simple fixes I have found on the web seem to work so I will have to reinstall the OS. Before I do that , I am trying to copy some data files on an external drive using a Pupply Linux Live CD ( drag and drop...
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    Avast anti-virus protection keeps turning off

    Windows 10 on this machimeis an upgrade . I don't remember expericince this problem until fairly recently For now, I am using windows defender (without cloud) until I can figure this out. I am also running a scan with Malwarebytes free editon every few days.
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    Avast anti-virus protection keeps turning off

    Bo windows defender is not active when Avat Protection turns off. No other are AV progams are installed . The scans I have done are with eset-nod online scanner and another, Malwarebytes free version is installed and in the manual mode.
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    Avast anti-virus protection keeps turning off

    I am running windows 10 . (up to date - Windows 10 Version 1607 for x64-based Systems (KB3206632) ).
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    Avast anti-virus protection keeps turning off

    Every so often the Avast anti-virus protection turns of and I have to turn it back off ( Your computer is unprotected message) . I have tried the repaid utilily, full uninsall (using the special avast tuility ) and fresh installation and still have this problem. I have also run a number of scans...
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    Opera Browser with VPN included

    another acticle about Opera with builting in VPN- http://www.pcworld.com/article/3120493/browsers/hands-on-operas-free-unlimited-browser-vpn-is-ready-for-secure-surfing.html
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    Opera Browser with VPN included

    How secure is is the newest version of the Opera browser (form Windows) that has the free VPN included. It appears that part of the company was sold to a Chinese consortium. Makes me woonder about what is what -...
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    How to clean outdoor A/C condenser (heat fins)?

    Here's a condensor unit at a rental house where dogs marked their spot - the urine destoyed lot of the fins. The coil did not leak but it was not working efficiently. The liquid line was quite hot (vs slightly warm). The replacement unit got a (removable for sevicing ) lattice fence enclosure...
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    How to clean outdoor A/C condenser (heat fins)?

    I have encountered a very clogged cased A-coil on an upflow furnace at a rental house due to years of incorrectly installed filters by tenants . Due to access issues, it may have to lifted up from the furnace about 6"-8" to fully access supply side of the A-coil. Would moving it cause too...
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    How to clean outdoor A/C condenser (heat fins)?

    Cleaning the evaporator coil can be easy of diffiuct depending on access. Some have ccess panel nut in some case the evarporator as the be removed for cleaning and reinstalled (Not DIY on thoseinvolves EPA608 license tech to deal with the refrigerant) . If you have one of the easy ones and DIY...
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    HVAC advice / help links

    For many years I have the HVAC systems in several rental properties. I do the minor siuff (elect controls, filters, blower/fan motors,capacitors,coil cleanings,checking refrigerant, general trouble shooting etc.) but avoid the major repairs (replacement or major components or systems ). I have...
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    Moving sewer stack - $2700?

    Maybe they want to add a floor drain . If it were doing this job, I would . "Why are you putting a trap in the sewer stack? Traps are installed at the fixture."
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    2016 Toyota Sienna vs. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica

    Toyota over Chrysler.
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    Anyone has experience with CRP/ContiTech Pro Series Timing Kit

    I prefer Asin TB kits . I buy them at rockauto.com . There is usually 5% coupon floating around.
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    Ideal type of HVAC filter?

    I agree. I use nothing above MERV 4 . It filters reasoably well and is not very restrictive.
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    Good Basic lawnmower

    Get a push model and avoid the Powermore brand engine.
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    Replacing AC unit

    It sounds like a blower issue to me too. Some helpful HVAC links below- DIY friendly - http://www.diychatroom.com/f17/ and http://www.doityourself.com/forum/air-conditioning-cooling-systems-126/ Not so DIY friendly but great resource-...
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    Supplementing central AC w/ portable AC unit

    Yes, I added a powered exhaust vent fan. A few additional soffit vents might help but no easy DIY (the areas are essentially 3 stories high ). Depending on your roof design I would say add a power vent - hip roof , ridge vent- gable roof. Did you add an attic exhaust? Right now mine is just...
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    What brand of appliances do you guys recommend?

    Whirlpool is my preference.
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    Supplementing central AC w/ portable AC unit

    Is there any way you can use Window units ? I am in a similar situation (40 year old 2-story house w/ 2 HVAC systems , 2nd floor HVAC 2.5 ton system and ductwork in attic) . Due to some substantial tree removal aound my house, I lost a lost of shade which has now caused my HVAC system to be...
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    FIAT 124 Spider or Mazda Miata?

    Miata all the way. The FIAT will be trouble
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    who is wrenching today?

    Font brake pads replaced on my 2001 Toyota Camry. As the were just at the end on the wear indicator slot , it was simple quick job and the rotor look fine. Compress the caliper,remoe lower caliper bolt, swing up caliper R&R pads etc. About a 1 hr job. It is nice to get of those kind of projects...
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    Lawn Mower Recommendations?

    What is the story with the Powemore engines on MTD products. Are thgey better or worse than B&S engines (now made in China too). It seems that B&S engines are still being used on some other brands of mowers (eg- Murray).
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    Plumbing torch recommendations

    I have been looking for used air-acetylene B-tank setup since my first post but haven't found one so far.(right condition/price) and I need get to something soon. I guess that I will purchase one of the newer style trigger start swirl flame torches (probably -...
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    Locating wires in wall ?

    So I wound up borrowing a Tempo Progressive Toner /Tracer 200EP/77HP setup from my neighbor. I shut off the main breaker and the breakerss on all of the individual circuits. The signal penetrated the plaster wall and I found out what I needed to know. I would like to have one if I could get it...
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    Plumbing torch recommendations

    So what torches are they using ?
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    Plumbing torch recommendations

    I am preparing to do some major plumbing modifications of a couple of houses and want to updrade from my 25+ year old propane torch and separate spark lighter. I would like to get a newer one that has a hotter flame and and has the built-in igniter. It is my understanding the "new" MAP fuel in...
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    Locating wires in wall ?

    As I want to track down some circuit issues as part of this project, I think that I will still need to use the RF device set . I am going to ask my neighbor who is a former network engineer if he has one I can use. If has one, it will likely be Fuke or other brahd that the pros use.