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with some excellent advice offered. You should post this on the BBS under Construction Project Blog so we can all stay informed on how things are going.

My best to you.

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

I heard from Blake on Friday last week I think it was…Thursday or Friday. He’s doing fine. He posted on the BBS under plumbing for Tom. Said that he was busy.

Sounds like a great neighbor you’ve got. I’d like to see his face when he gets the bill too. I don’t know how much something like that would be but I can just imagine!!!

Glad everything is up and running and getting back to normal for you all.

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

it is similar to what was wrong with ours.

I am NOT saying this IS the answer because I do not know for sure. BUT…my children spilled some juice down our screen and the volume down wouldn’t work any more. Then last night the remote quit and I didn’t have any batteries and couldn’t turn it down.

So I got out the tools and took the cover off. I guessed the contact behind the button was gummed up – not the problem. So I was looking around in there and the board moved back and forth (front to back). I plugged her in and gave it a shot and it worked. So appearantly the board had just worked it’s way back from the button. It is an RCA by the way.

So I don’t know if this is something you would want to try on your own or not. It might void your warranty if it is still under it. But I thought I would share it with you. Coincidental that I had this last night and you post yours today – karma?

Good luck and let me know.

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

and then have an even bigger problem.

Rather than give out bad advice, we offer what we do know. If you want more then, you could wait a bit longer and see if any others post or take it to someone else.

I feel that was a very poor response to the advice you received. The people here offer their knowledge and time free of charge because we like assisting others with their projects.

You received excellent advice and Floorwizard got a slap in the face. Just think after you do patch it, it is still going to be noticable because that will be new carpet and the rest is older and worn.]

You were out of line and I feel you should apologize. I’m sure this will be deleted, but I hope you get the chance to read it. That was just too much.

If you want a second opinion, take it somewhere else, maybe HomeDepot….

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

1. Get a big dog

2. Get a bb gun and shoot at it when it comes in the yard. Wouldn’t take long for it to learn.

3. Get a 12-guage, smell would go away just like it does now. Might want to check local hunting regs first tho.

4. Go down to the local fishing and firearms store and pick up some traps – humane or inhumane, your choice.

Don’t know if any of those will work for you but that is all that I can think of. I did just notice on the left there are some sponsor links for getting rid of skunks. Might check those out.

Let us know.

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

Sorry to hear about your troubles with the trees. Wish there were something I could do for you and Doug. I really do.

You’ll have to send me some pictures. You know my email if you feel like sending them.

Wishing you both the best.

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

That sounds and looks like my little friend. It didn’t make it through the night.
I dread the idea of 100 of them them tho. Haven’t found any others yet thankfully. The boys thought it was really neat!!

I’ll have to make you a copy of the tape and send it to you. I figure I will document everything that is wrong and that way there won’t be any question as to what I am saying when I make my case.

Kids playing in the storm – have to chase them in now.

Thanks again. Will let you know what more I find out.

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

Sorry to hear the bad news. But don’t worry we are saving your place for you here at BVC.

And yes, it is great to have the children back at school. Three of them gone now and one more next month. That only leaves the two babies for me. Yet, I still have this wonderful house to keep me busy!!! Did you see my post about parasites in my basement? I think I would rather deal with Charley….

Hope you get back soon.

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

Thank you for letting us know and for providing the link to the BBS.

What a sad happening. He will be missed.

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[MiniFoxx]

Glad to hear the good news. Isn’t Greg down there too?

I’ve got a generator Doug can use…lol.That’s a shame about the prices.

Hope he is up and running soon.

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

That’s really cute…moderator blog…but let’s not make it a habit…LOL

Thanks for the definition…it really is a strange word ~ yet, there are stranger out there, that’s for sure.

Have a great DIY’er day/evening…

MiniFoxx
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[MiniFoxx]

you’re welcome to visit all you want but I hope that you will post sometime too.

I would love to hear what you’ve been working on.

MiniFoxx
Formerly AJ-trucker’s wife

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[MiniFoxx]

Found this and thought I’d pass it along…
This can be found at http://www.rx7turbo.com/documents/Gasoline%20Storage%20Practices.doc

Recommended Storage Practices

This section presents storage recommendations of a general nature, followed by recommendations and comments for some specific uses or situations.

General Storage Recommendations

Three precautions will delay the deterioration of gasoline:
 Fill containers about 95% full.
 Cap containers tightly.
 Store containers out of direct sunlight in a location where the temperature stays below 80°F most of the time (a vehicle or piece of equipment with gasoline in the fuel tank may be stored in direct sunlight as long as the tank is shaded from the sun).

The first two actions reduce the evaporation of gasoline during storage and reduce the exposure of gasoline to air and water vapor. The 5% air space allows room for the liquid gasoline to expand if its temperature rises.

If weather or storage conditions will keep the gasoline warmer than 80°F much of the time, add a fuel stabilizer additive to the gasoline. Fuel stabilizer additives are available at auto supply stores and some service stations and convenience stores. Follow the label directions. The best mixing is achieved when the stabilizer is added to the container before it is filled with gasoline. The stabilizer will work only if it is added to fresh gasoline; it can’t fix gasoline that has started to deteriorate.

Federal and California reformulated gasolines will survive storage as well or better than conventional gasoline.

Adding oil to gasoline doesn’t change its stability. Gasoline-oil mixtures for two-stroke-cycle engines will survive storage as well as gasoline itself.

Note: The volatility of gasoline is tailored for the range of temperatures expected in the locality where it is sold. Engines fueled with “summer gasoline” may be more difficult to start in cold weather.

Storage Containers

Store gasoline only in a container clearly intended for the purpose.

One and two and five gallon containers should carry a sticker indicating they are approved for gasoline storage by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL). A plastic container has the advantage that it will not rust if the gasoline is contaminated with water or if the container is stored in a wet place.

A 60-gallon metal drum is the only container approved by the Uniform Fire Code for the storage of more than five gallons of gasoline.

The Uniform Fire Code limits the amount of gasoline in residential buildings to the amount “necessary for maintenance purposes and operation of equipment,” not to exceed a maximum of 25 gallons.

Note that local Fire Department regulations may supersede the Uniform Fire Code. When storing more that five gallons of gasoline it is best to check with your local Fire Department for local regulations.

Do not store a container of gasoline near an ignition source such as an appliance pilot light.

MiniFoxx
Formerly AJ-trucker’s wife

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[MiniFoxx]

If you have it in the proper container, with a lid, away from combustable materials, oily rags, etc and heat sources, and of course out of the reach of children, then I would say you are alright. That’s how we handle ours and we have gasoline, diesel and kerosene.

Someone might be able to give you a more specific answer but I think it may be along the same lines as this. Just basically use common sense, you don’t want it to cause a fire, so avoid areas that contain things that COULD lead to this.

Hope this helps.

MiniFoxx
Formerly AJ-trucker’s wife

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[MiniFoxx]

Here is a site where you can order it. Says some may carry a $9.99 charge but doesn’t say which ones.

http://www.imanualsnow.com/frame.jsp?url=http://www.imanualsnow.com/frame-underconstruction.jsp

It says underconstruction but that is for downloading it, I believe.

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