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  1. afjes_2016

    PEX Freeze-Proof outdoor garden hose faucet.

    So many to select from I don't know which one to buy on Amazon. Will someone please give me a link to a 1/2" freeze proof outdoor garden hose faucet (PEX) from Amazon. I can do the plumbing connections. I have the crimper, clamps, Ts, couplings, ball valve and 1/2" PEX water line but I just...
  2. afjes_2016

    Electrical Forum functioning?

    I know there have been stretches of time where there has not been postings on the electrical forum on this site but it is going on more than 6 weeks since the last post. I check it daily. Are any problems reported with the forum? I just figured maybe that some people have attempted to post but...
  3. afjes_2016

    Connection for power washer hose-Is this correct?

    Please see the two attached photos of the hose connector on my power washer. I can't seem to find a model # or brand on the power washer so don't know what size connection the hose has. I want to buy an under-carriage washer to attach to my power washer so I can clean the underside of my...
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    What is this metal adjustable support called?

    I need to get a support like the one in the picture but I don't know what it is called. It is next to the white upright rectancle that I placed in the image. It is metal with plates at the top and bottom and it is height adjustable (threads at the top). I need it for a project in my basement. I...
  5. afjes_2016

    Steam Boiler not making hot water

    . As of last night my steam boiler stopped making hot water. Noticed it when trying to take a shower. Pics attached. The boiler kicks on to make heat as it should be it is not kicking on to make hot water. Nothing was done to it for at least 1-1/2 months since it was serviced. I run the hot...
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    How to put an end cap on a gas pipe of a hot water heater.

    I helped my boss today install an electric hot water heater in replacement of a natural gas hot water heater in one of his rental units. I did the electrical and he disconnected the gas heater and put the electric one in its place. After we were finished and went home I realized that he should...
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    What is this part called?

    This is a connector for 1/2 copper pipe. The copper pipe slips in one end and the other end is a female. I will also need the same thing but with a male end. This is for a tub water spout that connects from the spout to the valve assembly elbow. I realize I will have to sweat joint it. I won't...
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    Digital Programmable thermostat for home - single pipe steam system

    Digital Programmable thermostat for home - single pipe steam system Thermostat controls only heat, no A/C. I would like to replace my manual mercury thermostat for my home heating system. I have single pipe steam. Small home so I guess it is only one zone if that applies to this topic. The...
  9. afjes_2016

    Radiator - which way to turn to disconnect radiator

    I need to disconnect this radiator so I can get to the plumbing behind the sheet rock. I believe I have to hold "B" still with a wrench and also turn "A" with a wrench at the same time. Which way do I turn "A" with the pipe wrench - in direction of "22" or "44"? I tried both ways but it won't...
  10. afjes_2016

    What do they call this part for the shower

    Now it is time for me to do my next plumbing job. It is the tub water system. The cold water squeels like hell and the knob here and there free turns when you shut it off or on and I have to tighten everything down each time. Long story of a person that owned this house (fixer upper) before me...
  11. afjes_2016

    Roof edge ice melters

    I just had my entire roof replaced. I am having new fascia and soffit installed along with new gutters all around the house. I live in northeast PA so the winter can be horrible up here. I want to protect my new investment so I am having ice melting/heat lines installed around the entire edge...
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    Help please with hooking up ice maker with fridge

    Fridge Make: Frigidaire Model: FRS6LF7JW3 Parts explosion this link ---> Frigidaire Refrigerator FRS6LF7JW3 | PartSelect I have very little knowledge of plumbing. All I do know how to do is anything that has to do with PEX - although I don't always know what parts (Sharkbite fittings) that I...
  13. afjes_2016

    Forum very sluggish today - Feb 25

    The forum response is so slow today. I try to read a thread or post something it takes forever. Not my internet speed. Anyone else have this?
  14. afjes_2016

    Happy New Year-Welcome Year 2021

    . To everyone on this forum - members and non-members I want to wish a very Happy New Year 2021 May we see brighter days ahead of this pandemic. :clap .
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    RECALL-Hampton Bay Ceiling Fans-Sold at Home Depot

    Just figured I would post this for informational purposes. Blades detached while in use, injuring people and property FOX News article here Article issued on Dec 28 2020
  16. afjes_2016

    McCulloch Chain Saw-Need user manual please

    McCulloch Model: CS 38 EM I attached the name plate image of the chain saw my friend just gave me for me doing electrical work for him in trade. I have been trying to find the proper user manual for it but I can't seem to narrow down the correct one. I find variations of the model but not the...
  17. afjes_2016

    Screen Frame-Build your own (kit)

    I have an old storm door that I will be replacing in maybe 18 months and don't want to spend a lot of money on finding a screen frame that will fit it in the meantime. This is going to be a "good enough for now" kind of thing. I found this screen frame replacement kit on Amazon...
  18. afjes_2016

    Need help with parts for gas grass trimmer

    Troy Bilt Gas Grass Trimmer Model No. 41CDZ32C766 TB32 EC This grass trimmer is about 5 years old. I loaned it to someone and it was returned in need of repair. It seems the person tried starting it and was pulling on the handle to crank the engine so much that it gave way. Meaning when I pull...
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    Still ok to use a breaker panel as a junction box?

    Ok guys. Asking for a bit of assistance here. Retired and don't have a recent copy of the NEC (not paying for it since I don't need it). Question is - by code is it still ok to use a breaker panel as a junction box? Trying to help my boss with his FedPacific box swap out. I want to help him by...
  20. afjes_2016

    Kitchen sink water supply and faucet rebuild

    I am having problems finding the parts I need online at HomeDepot.com because I am not quite sure of the part names that I need along with the sizes etc. What I need to do is replace my entire setup. My present kitchen sink faucet went south. This is a four hole sink setup. I guess what...
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