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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #340 on: April 16, 2023, 09:52:02 PM »
The lever was in the "on" position - I could turn it off, but honestly, as I said, if it's just the existing moisture I'm happy with it getting condensed into easy-to-remove frozen chunks.

Re: the valve, I'll check and report back.

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #341 on: April 17, 2023, 10:35:21 AM »
I don't see any valve - but I confirmed with my wife that when we last moved the Fridge there was no water line connected.

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #342 on: April 17, 2023, 10:38:33 AM »
I don't see any valve - but I confirmed with my wife that when we last moved the Fridge there was no water line connected.

Ask her if it had two wires or only one.
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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #344 on: April 17, 2023, 12:34:34 PM »
https://www.manualsdir.com/manuals/606631/frigidaire-fgfu19f6qf-fpfu19f8qf.html?page=13

I saw that in the manual, but I don't see anywhere on the freezer side that has an option to close.

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #345 on: April 30, 2023, 09:24:26 PM »
I have a leaky bathtub faucet. I replaced the faucet itself, as well and the handle and cartridge.  It's mostly better but still leaking a bit.  What else could it be?

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #346 on: May 01, 2023, 09:23:58 AM »
My Toilet tank is leaking (i hear it refilling about every 20 mins) I alraedy replaced the flapper and that didnt solve the problem. How can i identify where the issue is? Thanks!

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #347 on: May 01, 2023, 09:25:39 AM »
My Toilet tank is leaking (i hear it refilling about every 20 mins) I alraedy replaced the flapper and that didnt solve the problem. How can i identify where the issue is? Thanks!
Is the chain adjusted properly
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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #348 on: May 01, 2023, 09:30:25 AM »
Is the chain adjusted properly
I think so, it isn't taut- has a little wiggle room.

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #349 on: May 01, 2023, 10:35:54 PM »
My Toilet tank is leaking (i hear it refilling about every 20 mins) I alraedy replaced the flapper and that didnt solve the problem. How can i identify where the issue is? Thanks!
Get a repair kit
https://www.amazon.com/Next-Danco-HC660-Toilet-Repair/dp/B000L87RKC
If the tank has a leak this will help
https://www.amazon.com/HydroRight-Universal-Water-Saving-Toilet-HYR460/dp/B005FPNGWO

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #350 on: June 02, 2023, 12:51:24 PM »
Is there some kind of doorstop that can be mounted on the inside of an interior door to prevent it from opening more than a set amount? Almost like a chain, but something solid. I seem to recall once seeing one.

My front hall closet doors bashes against a change in the floor level, and I need to prevent it from opening more than 90 degrees. It's an area where peple walk, so I can't screw one into the floor.

Something like this hinge stop would work perfectly, but it sits on the outside and doesn't look great. I prefer putting something on the  inside if possible.

TIA

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #351 on: June 02, 2023, 01:27:23 PM »
Is there some kind of doorstop that can be mounted on the inside of an interior door to prevent it from opening more than a set amount? Almost like a chain, but something solid. I seem to recall once seeing one.

My front hall closet doors bashes against a change in the floor level, and I need to prevent it from opening more than 90 degrees. It's an area where peple walk, so I can't screw one into the floor.

Something like this hinge stop would work perfectly, but it sits on the outside and doesn't look great. I prefer putting something on the  inside if possible.

TIA
https://www.amazon.com/door-limiter/s?k=door+limiter
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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #352 on: June 07, 2023, 11:09:25 PM »
https://www.amazon.com/door-limiter/s?k=door+limiter
@Yo ssi thanks for the suggestion. Installed 3 of these yesterday, and they work really well.



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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #353 on: July 18, 2023, 10:11:56 AM »
Any suggestion to install something to make a sliding porch door automatically close?

(I installed this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Z3936D8?psc=1& on the screen door but since its only pulling from the top it is slightly lifting the door off the track...)

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #354 on: July 18, 2023, 11:14:55 AM »
Any suggestion to install something to make a sliding porch door automatically close?

(I installed this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Z3936D8?psc=1& on the screen door but since its only pulling from the top it is slightly lifting the door off the track...)
A quick google search turned this up: Slideback- Self Closing Sliding Patio Door Closer (Heavy Duty) for 5-6 ft Doors ($230.99 $135.99)

Or if you want to go really intense with Assa Abloy: https://www.assaabloy.com/nz/en/solutions/products/door-closers/surface-mounted-door-closers/lockwood-7714sdc-sliding-door-closer

https://www.ebay.com/itm/325334074308

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #355 on: July 18, 2023, 01:11:16 PM »
Got an f3 e1 error code on whirlpool washer wtw8500dc0. According to manual its an issue with sensing water level. Cant seem to find the sensor part for that anywhere online, only the hose. Any way to find it?

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #356 on: July 18, 2023, 04:42:13 PM »
Any easy to open/close sliding door lock ideas?
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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #357 on: August 18, 2023, 06:08:25 PM »
For front steps, what are the pros and cons between limestone and bluestone?

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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #358 on: October 18, 2023, 12:01:19 AM »
We need more DIY questions to keep me out of certain threads.  :)

Ok here goes:

I need to build a floating frame approx 1" wide and 3" deep, with a complete frame size of about 4x6'. The frame will not be structural or weight bearing, so I'm looking for relatively cheap and light materials. It should be either white or paintable.

My first thought was MDF molding. I like that it's light and white, and from the pictures appears to have a rounded edge which is helpful. However it seems that the thickest they come in is 11/16", which is just too thin.

Any other material ideas? Max dimension range is 1-1.5" x 2.5-3".
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Re: Any handyman out there that can help with a DIY question?
« Reply #359 on: October 18, 2023, 12:02:28 AM »
I was also looking at this furring strip but besides from being too heavy it's only 2.25" which is too small for me.
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