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Painting a Stove Hood

Can I paint, with rust proof paint, under my hood above the stove? I believe it is steel?

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Sewing Machine Presser Foot Came Apart

I have a 30 year old Kenmore sewing machine. I was changing the presser foot and about 3 pieces, screw and all fell off and I cannot seem to get it back together. About a year ago it had a tune up and it worked fine. My book doesn't seem to explain how to get it back together. Any suggestions?

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Removing White Spots on Painted Table

I have a black painted table, with white rings. How do I get rid of them? I tried toothpaste and vinegar, with no results. Thanks.

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2000 Yamaha Blaster ATV Won't Start

I have a 2000 Yamaha blaster and cannot get it to start. It does fire, but won't run. Anybody have any ideals about what could be wrong? It would be great to get some ideas. I live in Cold Spring, Kentucky so maybe someone close could even fix it for me and I will pay them. Thanks.

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Repairing a Broken Porcelain Shower Faucet Handle

My shower faucet handle continually falls off and now it's broken. Any idea how I could cheaply fix it? I checked online and I can replace it for $25.00, but I am looking for a thriftier idea.

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Repairing Scratches on a Linoleum Floor

This is a guide about repairing scratches on a linoleum floor. Linoleum flooring is experiencing a renewed popularity due to its green composition. Should your flooring become scratched it can easily be repaired.

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Yardman Riding Mower Won't Start

My Yardman riding mower with a 20 horse Briggs cranks, but will not start. It has good spark to both spark plugs. Comp. check good/values adjustment checked, and fuel shut off OK.

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Stereo Display Not Working

How can I get the screen on my home stereo system to light up? or to start working?

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Washer Leaking on Floor

I have a Kenmore Elite Washer - mod 110 15942400. I noticed a little bit of water coming out of the bottom. I've read that it might be a clogged filter. Where is the filter? How do I get to it?

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Carburetor Spraying Gas While Engine Running

I have John Deere lawn tractor that has a 16 hp V-Twin engine. It has a manual choke. When I crank the mower, the mower runs fine, but gas sprays from the choke side of the carb.

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Repairing A Leaky Shower Valve

Repairing A Leaky Shower ValveThis is my version of how to repair a dripping or leaky Delta "Monitor 17" or these other similar tub or tub/shower valves. These instructions are for when the valve constantly drips out the spout or shower head night and day.


Make It Last

Make It LastThe average oil burner lasts 20-25 years. A car usually lasts 10. Windows have a guarantee of fifteen years, and appliances come with three year warranties. Only a few decades ago, people bought items without worry about how long they would last.


Craft Project: Upcycled Storage Table

Craft Project: Upcycled Storage TableHere is how to take a table frame that is plain and/or broken and make it into a usable table with plenty of storage. First, taking your table frame, put it on the cardboard and newspaper in a well-ventilated area and paint it the desired color.


Craft Project: Recovering a Footstool

Craft Project: Recovering a FootstoolMy cousin bought this old foot stool at an auction for $1. It was from an estate sale of an elderly lady friend of mine from church. She moved into assisted living. I wanted to refurbish it and keep it in order to remember her.