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    ID cast iron part

    This was attached to a stand holding the dust collection hose of a shaper. Any idea what it was originally designed for?
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    Gate opener wiring

    I've got a short in the wiring of my EliteRobo Swing R900 that is causing my gate to open spontaneously I plan to rewire all of the optical sensors, which is where I think the problem is, because removing the relay that controls them resolves the spontaneous opening The manual does not specify...
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    Utility knife blade carriage too loose

    Any idea how to tighten up? Screw is bottomed out https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMKHeKGnzREteFQZ1koNLXjoNgijn9ZA2fr0YubJLifL6Cs8oFfQSP4ZzZwU6GITw?pli=1&key=NVFpNktqZXpicWh5YXgxeHVPc0w0THlwZ09vSzB3
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    Replacing dishwasher custom panel

    I'm changing the front panel on my Miele dishwasher. I no longer have the template. Miele says they don't have a copy to send me. Any ideas?
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    Finishing raw Corian edge

    Some animal cut my elderly mom's Corian (like) bathroom countertop to fit a raised toilet and left it like this How to fix without replacing the entire countertop?
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    Compacting soil under slab

    I had an irrigation pipe leak about 2 feet in from the edge of a six-inch slab Got it repaired but wondering about the best technique for putting the soil back in a compacted fashion I've got a jumping jack compactor
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    Identifying oil/fluid

    I purchased a couple of 2 gallon containers of either motor oil or hydraulic fluid from tractor supply Unfortunately the labels have come off so even though they are new, I have no idea what they are Anyone out there have an idea of how to ID the contents?
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    Elite Roboswing gate opener limit nut replacement advice

    Has anyone here replaced the limit nuts on their Elite Roboswing gate opener? Wondering if the plastic can handle me removing the screw and spreading the two halves apart to fit over the shaft or if I have to disassemble the shaft Would appreciate the advice of anyone that has done this before
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    Benchtop Grinder Whine

    My faithful benchtop grinder developed a whine I assume it's a bad bearing but would like confirmation If so, how easy is it to replace? Any instructions appreciated
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    DeWalt battery not charging

    My 9 AH battery wont charge It's got one light on so not completely dead Opening the battery case reveals no obvious broken welds or other visible problems How to troubleshoot? I have already received a replacement from DeWalt because it is under warranty but nevertheless want to fix this one
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    Generac Standby Generator Radiator

    I have a 2008 25 kw Generac generator with a leaky radiator Generac wants more than $800 for a new one I know that if I find the OEM, it will be a lot cheaper The engine is a 1.6 liter Chery, a copy of a Ford CVH, but my radiator looks very different from a Ford ****** from that era Any ideas...
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    FYI- DeWalt recip saw switch

    My DCS380 was not running consistently It had to wiggle the battery to get it to run and things were getting worse After cleaning the contacts failed to improve the situation I contacted www.toolservicenet.com and the tech guy recommended a new switch I received the switch and tore the saw apart...
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    Isolating high voltage solder joints

    I'm replacing the old lighting on the back of my bench grinder eye shields with some 110v LED lights I chose high voltage lights to take advantage of the existing wiring but am a little concerned about leaving the solder joints exposed What is the best way to isolate the connections for both...
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    Gate opener to cellphone notification

    I have a gate controlled by an Elite Roboswing opener I would like to receive a notification on my cellphone when the gate is opened The Roboswing has numerous NC and NO contacts and it is within my wifi network Can anyone think of a networkable device that has an app that would alert me when...
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    Elastomeric paint vs MasterSeal HLM 5000

    I just had a 4' concrete retaining wall poured My question is regarding waterproofing on the backside I know Masterseal HLM 5000 is the best but it is expensive and messy I'm wondering if a couple of thick layers of elastomeric paint would suffice Any thoughts?
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    Garden Hose Repair

    My contractor gifted me a hose that sprung a leak near one end I have tried almost every repair technique in the past, finding most of them garbage I'm currently doubling up on stainless PEX cinch clamps and have yet to pull one apart despite routinely applying a lot of stress on repairs The...
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    Hydrotesting air tank

    I got a used air tank that I want to pressure test before putting into service using Keith Rucker's technique I'm feeling pretty dumb at the moment because I've done this before but can't remember out how to connect my pressure washer to the tank Everything on the tank is NPT and everything...
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    Can anyone identify this?

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    What is this air tank fitting?

    Just bought a used 300 gallon air tank What is this fitting?
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    120V Countdown Timer Switch for 240V Heater

    I have a 240V wall heater that I would like to control with an electronic countdown timer I bought the timer seen in the attached pic thinking it would work since it is rated 120-277V My electrician so no- it's rated for either 120 or 277V, not from 120 to 277V I looked around and found another...
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