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Post by 405x5 on Jun 7, 2020 17:23:31 GMT -5
Lithium ion leaf blower! 180 MPH 💨 wind! So glad my corded one broke. I would not have thought of this. I have a backpack 🎒 blower, but this is better for quick repetitive chores.
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Post by Zombie on Jun 7, 2020 17:34:26 GMT -5
Lithium ion leaf blower! 180 MPH 💨 wind! So glad my corded one broke. I would not have thought of this. I have a backpack 🎒 blower, but this is better for quick repetitive chores. View AttachmentI’ve got the same one. Bought it about 2 years ago. Ditched my corded Toro when I saw how well it worked. I’ve yet to replace the battery. It’s been a great purchase.
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Post by novisnick on Jun 7, 2020 17:48:05 GMT -5
Lithium ion leaf blower! 180 MPH 💨 wind! So glad my corded one broke. I would not have thought of this. I have a backpack 🎒 blower, but this is better for quick repetitive chores. I’ve been using battery powered lawn gear for over 4 years now. Even my chainsaw is great! I only use gas power for really big all day jobs. I do use a gas string trimmer, when I went looking for battery powered ones they didn’t match up yet.my Echo should last long enough for the string trimmers to be beasts when it finally dies.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2020 20:31:39 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2020 20:56:27 GMT -5
Don't laugh folks! Over the last year we have purchased 6 MyPillows. Two normal size for our bed and four sightly (2") smaller for the living room (sofa and recliner). They are without a doubt the best and most comfortable pillows we have ever owned. However: and that is a huge HOWEVER: We did not purchase them direct from the company, too much aggressive selling and pricing for me. The first set for our bed we bought at Costco during a MyPillow sales event. They had three firmness's to chose from soft, medium and firm. She got the soft (perfect for her) and I got the firm (would have got the medium next time). $30 each. Later I saw the slightly smaller size MyPillow on sale at our local Fred Meyer store (Kroger). They were mark originally from $32.95 each down to $19.19 I couldn't resist and got four. Zero regrets and besides the ubiquitous TV ads from the MyPillow guy they are super comfortable.
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Post by geebo on Jun 7, 2020 20:57:58 GMT -5
20 volt MAX right angle drill. Lowes has these for $99 and they're including a 3Ah battery and charger for free.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2020 21:05:55 GMT -5
Geebo, I find Lowe's and Home Depot both like huge candy stores!
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Post by klinemj on Jun 8, 2020 15:57:21 GMT -5
This is not the latest purchase, but it's the reason for it... I'd noticed the toe and camber were way off on my lawn tractor. I was finishing cutting the grass and preparing to check "why" they were off. Then...the tractor told me why... While I'm repairing the broken axle, I'm overhauling the entire front suspension and steering system. And, what the heck...new muffler bearings and blinker fluid upgrade while I'm at it!!!! Mark
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Post by creimes on Jun 8, 2020 17:01:40 GMT -5
This is not the latest purchase, but it's the reason for it... View AttachmentView AttachmentI'd noticed the toe and camber were way off on my lawn tractor. I was finishing cutting the grass and preparing to check "why" they were off. Then...the tractor told me why... While I'm repairing the broken axle, I'm overhauling the entire front suspension and steering system. And, what the heck...new muffler bearings and blinker fluid upgrade while I'm at it!!!! Mark Yeah right we all know how this happened, here is actual footage of mark on his garden tractor
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Post by klinemj on Jun 8, 2020 17:08:32 GMT -5
This is not the latest purchase, but it's the reason for it... View AttachmentView AttachmentI'd noticed the toe and camber were way off on my lawn tractor. I was finishing cutting the grass and preparing to check "why" they were off. Then...the tractor told me why... While I'm repairing the broken axle, I'm overhauling the entire front suspension and steering system. And, what the heck...new muffler bearings and blinker fluid upgrade while I'm at it!!!! Mark Yeah right we all know how this happened, here is actual footage of mark on his garden tractor Well....truth be told....yeah... Mark
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Post by megash0n on Jun 8, 2020 17:11:11 GMT -5
Yeah right we all know how this happened, here is actual footage of mark on his garden tractor Well....truth be told....yeah... Mark Mario Kart!
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Post by klinemj on Jun 9, 2020 15:50:36 GMT -5
So in addition to needing to repair my tractor, my trimmer needing some TLC on its fuel system. I found I could buy a whole new carb with gaskets, the fuel line and filter (which is what I needed), 2 air filters, and a spark plug for about $3 more than I could buy the fuel line/filter I really needed. So, "what the heck". It arrived today - completely wrong carb, air filter, and fuel line...nothing would fit.
That's going back. So, I went to my local "We've got everything" store and got some new fuel line and a filter. Pricey, but correct parts. My trimmer is rip-roaring loud and running strong now!
Over the next few days, parts for the John Deer start trickling in. Meanwhile, I'm cleaning up the engine compartment of lots of dust and grime.
It should run great and look a lot better soon!
Mark
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Post by geebo on Jun 9, 2020 15:56:48 GMT -5
This is not the latest purchase, but it's the reason for it... View AttachmentView AttachmentI'd noticed the toe and camber were way off on my lawn tractor. I was finishing cutting the grass and preparing to check "why" they were off. Then...the tractor told me why... While I'm repairing the broken axle, I'm overhauling the entire front suspension and steering system. And, what the heck...new muffler bearings and blinker fluid upgrade while I'm at it!!!! Mark How many hours on the tractor?
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Post by klinemj on Jun 9, 2020 17:59:45 GMT -5
This is not the latest purchase, but it's the reason for it... View AttachmentView AttachmentI'd noticed the toe and camber were way off on my lawn tractor. I was finishing cutting the grass and preparing to check "why" they were off. Then...the tractor told me why... While I'm repairing the broken axle, I'm overhauling the entire front suspension and steering system. And, what the heck...new muffler bearings and blinker fluid upgrade while I'm at it!!!! Mark How many hours on the tractor? Not sure...and can't check right now. I have to start it to see the total hours, and I can't do that with its state of disassembly right now! I've had it for 19 years, and it's had to go over some rough terrain. I'm pretty sure that's what killed the axle. Parts of my yard that I rarely cut are former pasture with ungraded portions as well as some drainage channels I put it to funnel water to the sides of the property around the house. (Our house is ~350' off the road and the property slopes steadily from the road at about a 15 degree angle to the house, with ~2.5 acres of surface that were flowing straight to the house before I put in the drainage channels). If I hit one of those drainage channels or rough parts as I am turning - it puts a heck of a load on the front steering. It can be like slamming the brakes on! I think hitting a couple of those recently was the final straw, but I think it had a crack for at least part of last year. The killer channel is one that funnels the pool basin drainage to the side around the septic...very deep and narrow, and I forgot about it and hit it hard 2 weeks ago taking down the tall weeds in that area! I do look forward to the parts getting here. It's been a good tractor and easily handles all I throw at it (well, except the ruts/etc...). Mark
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Post by geebo on Jun 9, 2020 18:47:53 GMT -5
How many hours on the tractor? Not sure...and can't check right now. I have to start it to see the total hours, and I can't do that with its state of disassembly right now! I've had it for 19 years, and it's had to go over some rough terrain. I'm pretty sure that's what killed the axle. Parts of my yard that I rarely cut are former pasture with ungraded portions as well as some drainage channels I put it to funnel water to the sides of the property around the house. (Our house is ~350' off the road and the property slopes steadily from the road at about a 15 degree angle to the house, with ~2.5 acres of surface that were flowing straight to the house before I put in the drainage channels). If I hit one of those drainage channels or rough parts as I am turning - it puts a heck of a load on the front steering. It can be like slamming the brakes on! I think hitting a couple of those recently was the final straw, but I think it had a crack for at least part of last year. The killer channel is one that funnels the pool basin drainage to the side around the septic...very deep and narrow, and I forgot about it and hit it hard 2 weeks ago taking down the tall weeds in that area! I do look forward to the parts getting here. It's been a good tractor and easily handles all I throw at it (well, except the ruts/etc...). Mark Thanks. I was curious because I just got a John Deere mower. If I get 19 years out of it I'll be very happy.
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Post by DavidR on Jun 9, 2020 19:39:19 GMT -5
Don't laugh folks! Over the last year we have purchased 6 MyPillows. Two normal size for our bed and four sightly (2") smaller for the living room (sofa and recliner). They are without a doubt the best and most comfortable pillows we have ever owned. However: and that is a huge HOWEVER: We did not purchase them direct from the company, too much aggressive selling and pricing for me. The first set for our bed we bought at Costco during a MyPillow sales event. They had three firmness's to chose from soft, medium and firm. She got the soft (perfect for her) and I got the firm (would have got the medium next time). $30 each. Later I saw the slightly smaller size MyPillow on sale at our local Fred Meyer store (Kroger). They were mark originally from $32.95 each down to $19.19 I couldn't resist and got four. Zero regrets and besides the ubiquitous TV ads from the MyPillow guy they are super comfortable. I believe. I had a slip and fall on ice 2 Christmas' ago and had whiplash really BAD. My neck was not right and even a chiropractor couldn't correct it long term. I had trouble sleeping to boot. I saw a My Pillow at Bed, Bath and Beyond some time ago but passed on it due to the lumpy feel thinking I would feel that when my head was on the pillow - you don't. Finally I broke down and figured I could try it and return it if I didn't like it. I loved it so much that for 2 weeks I would go to bed early and sleep later just to have my head on that cloud soft pillow. My neck has cleared up and I owe it to My Pillow. I've had it for about 1 year. I do recommend washing and drying it every three months as the manufacturer states. Made In America !
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Post by klinemj on Jun 9, 2020 19:58:51 GMT -5
Not sure...and can't check right now. I have to start it to see the total hours, and I can't do that with its state of disassembly right now! I've had it for 19 years, and it's had to go over some rough terrain. I'm pretty sure that's what killed the axle. Parts of my yard that I rarely cut are former pasture with ungraded portions as well as some drainage channels I put it to funnel water to the sides of the property around the house. (Our house is ~350' off the road and the property slopes steadily from the road at about a 15 degree angle to the house, with ~2.5 acres of surface that were flowing straight to the house before I put in the drainage channels). If I hit one of those drainage channels or rough parts as I am turning - it puts a heck of a load on the front steering. It can be like slamming the brakes on! I think hitting a couple of those recently was the final straw, but I think it had a crack for at least part of last year. The killer channel is one that funnels the pool basin drainage to the side around the septic...very deep and narrow, and I forgot about it and hit it hard 2 weeks ago taking down the tall weeds in that area! I do look forward to the parts getting here. It's been a good tractor and easily handles all I throw at it (well, except the ruts/etc...). Mark Thanks. I was curious because I just got a John Deere mower. If I get 19 years out of it I'll be very happy. I've had to do very few repairs. This + mower blade spindles (bearings went out...if you smell smoke and have grass clippings on top of the deck...head for the nearest hose FAST!), and the usual...1 new battery in 19 years, new mower blades every few years, oil/filter, fuel filter, air filters, etc. And, I routinely cut about an acre directly around my house + up/down the sides of my 350' lane routinely, as well as the front 2 acres a couple times a year + about an acre over the septic field 2-3x/year + trails that lead to the creek another 350' from my house. And, I use it to pull around a small wagon to deliver mulch, the wife's flower pots, etc. around the house, and it occasionally pulls the garbage cans up the lane and back. I'd buy another for sure. Mark
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Post by vcautokid on Jun 10, 2020 5:49:02 GMT -5
For the Horrible Rec button on the Sony a7ii. An after thought location on the rear right side of camera body, is smooth and not tactile at all. They should have put it else where. So this remote fixes that, and other things. Can zap commands behind the camera too. Some remotes. No way.
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Post by klinemj on Jun 10, 2020 14:12:21 GMT -5
If you ever wondered what a John Deere L130 looks like missing the front end, this is it! And, while I was waiting for parts (all but wheel bearings should be here by Friday!), I decided to wash it. Missed a few spots...will do touch up as I do the mower deck. Looking pretty good for 19 years old. Mark
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2020 14:55:43 GMT -5
If you ever wondered what a John Deere L130 looks like missing the front end, this is it! And, while I was waiting for parts (all but wheel bearings should be here by Friday!), I decided to wash it. Missed a few spots...will do touch up as I do the mower deck. Looking pretty good for 19 years old. Mark Mark, I have been wondering about that exact image for a very long time. Now I finally know. Thanks! Oh BTW, I noticed it was the right side front wheel that was broken. I'm curious, do you tend to lean to the right when using your John Deer Dear Deere lawn tractor? Also, hope you don't mind if I ask, what is your current weight? BTW #2: Q: What sound does a hairlip cleft lip dog make? A: Mark, Mark, Mark (Sorry, just a very old joke from my high school days.)
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