Recent content by riley

Went ahead and got it--a Husky 1/2 hp for $75. I think it's a home depot brand tool, hopefully will work out ok. The weight and ease of breaking it down sold me--I'm on a hillside with access only via steps to where I want to make some use of it. So I can take it apart and walk it down. I've...

Sorry if this should be Tools, but it seemed it might be better here. First, I don't know a lot about this. I want a mixer big enough for 1 bag of cement (1 cf, 90lbs?) with the right sand, aggregate and water for the mix. Is 3.5 cf big enough for this? I'm looking for used electric...

Hi Tess, I had the same problem with an older type tub with 3 handles near the tub outlet. The middle handle, the diverter, used to divert from the tub outlet to the shower, needed washers. That's the simple answer. Mine had other issues, too. Just replace the washers. I did the valve stems...

Hi all, Ran across this forum looking for info on "cripple walls". My neighbor, here in the north Los Angeles area (Highland Park/Eagle Rock), was filling out an earthquake insurance form and asked me what a cripple wall was. Didn't know. Do now, he doesn't have one, but I do. Since I'm doing...

Hi Loretta, New here, checking out the forums to see the quality--seems good, so far. I have an old home with galvanized pipe that's really messed up. Some has been replaced with copper so far. But, pending pricing and a conversation an expert plumber I know, I think I'll go with PEX...