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QMy craftsman MTD zero turn with the kohler, 7000 24-horse power surges and backfires when unloaded (blades off) Low or high throttle. Any ideas?

Crazy question time. I saw this company that makes aluminum car/engine under trays to replace (enhance) the factory plastic lower engine/cassis covers. https://www.tbwperformance.com/tbw-under-trays/ They don't make one for my car, so I was wondering how hard it would be to create one (have...

Seems my septic system needs some replacement and looking for some knowledge. Tank had a cracked lid about 3 years ago. Just got pumped and guy said he thinks the sides are getting ready to collapse. (1958 cement tank) Probably don't have enough land for a new field, and figure the city is...

It see.s that Dawn has a new version. Dawn Powerwash Heavy Duty. https://dawn-dish.com/en-us/products/dawn-powerwash-heavy-duty-dish-spray/ From reading the label, the primary difference is it's based on alcohol, not water. The markering says it's more concentrated, but you can't tell for...

I am cleaning a 50+ (guessing) vent hood fan. The blower wheels are about 50% blocked with what looks like burnt on oil. It is an old Nutone and parts are not available. Anyone have any suggestions before I break out the power washer. Looking for the best solvent (i think we are past basic...

Has anyone replaced the glass top on sn Induction range? Got a deal i could not pass up on onw with cracked glass

Just picked up a very clean used Craftsman Z5800 Zero-Turn Riding Mower. Basic maintenance seems easy, but wondering if there is any additional maintenance or maintenance modifications that are worthwhile. There is no mention of checking or changing the hydraulic fluid, nor a filter. Do people...

I have to replace the carriage on one side of my Advantage 2 post 10K lift. (They are sending me a new one, under warranty) I have two choices. 1) I can lift the carriage out the top. I need to measure, but am fairly sure I have enough height. I can use the building roof trusses and a chain...

I have a 2 post Advantage 10k lift and the far collum dies not engage the stops, especially on the lower levels. It lookes the the piece with the slots behind the carriage tilts away from the back if the column at the top. The lift is only about a year old and has been used lightly. I will be...

Has anyone tried standard "Shark Bite" or regular barbed PEX connectors with crimp rings on Poly-Aluminum tubing like used in Rapid Air systems?

Has anyone bought one of the little emergency air pumps/compressors with an internal battery? Wondering if they make a good choice vs the 12v corded ones. Looks easier should my wife need to use it. I know they come with a car charger corded, but I bet they can't run on tbe cord if the battery...

I have always seen banjo bolts with annealing copper or aluminum crush washers. My lift has the washers with the rubber seal on the inner edge. I need to replace one that was lost during install. Searching Amazon, the call the rubber lined ones "fuel system" washers. Any reason to not use...

Anyone familiar with this; https://quinnmorrissettestudio.com/ Learn to WELD AT HOME in Just 1 Day I started looking into the local Community College and there is no way to fit courses into my schedule. I am not looking at becoming a professional, juts to get a better understanding of what I...

Next (stupid) lift question. I am getting ready to (finally) get my lift. It will be a Two Post since I do more brakes than transmissions. Yes, I am getting older and know setting arms is not going to be my favorite task, but still worth it. Here is the oddball question. I was looking at a...

I am looking at building a car rotisserie starting with a pair of engine stands. The car in question is small and light (Porsche 914), and if it works well may get used for other small cars. My question is how to solve the issue that engine stands tilt upwards slightly, where as I need the...

I have some boltless rivet shelving and need to add a shelf. My shelves are 24x48, the rivet spacing is 1/2" in from each end. 24" rail has rivets at 23" center to center. 48" rail has rivets at 47" center to center. I thought these things were kind of standardized, but found out not so. I...

Anyone know if the Mr Cool 24,000 BTU unit at Costco handles 3 or 4 zones? Yes, I asked them, but hear they are hit or miss in answering emails. (So trying brain trust here) Also, anyone know what happens is you over load a Mr Cool minisplit compressor unit? (i.e. A 24K outdoor unit hooked to...

Has anyone does a DIY Solar system or designed and purchased the parts for others to install. Looking to get names of trustworthy suppliers and average costs (and savings vs. a full install compnay)

I have a 40X42 building that I will be adding a (ore 2) mini-split system for AC (mostly dehumidifying) and heat (Juts to keep reasonable (60 ish). I am in NC near Charlotte, so not on the coast and not in the mountains. There ae plenty of calculators to tell me how many BTU I need, but I can't...

I am looking at stacking standard 24x48 shelving (Like Wallen, Sam' Club and lots of other brands) 3 leg segments tall (9') instead of only 2. I am planning on securing it to a wall for stability, and will not be loading it any where near its normal max. The problem is obtaining (or...