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    This thread has a tip for you - Actually they may not have other packages like...

    Actually they may not have other packages like but there are 3rd party options availible. You can drop it to strictly text or a complete gui type of file manager.

    With a bit of effort you can...
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    Newbie In Colorado; Dazed and Confused

    I agree with most of whats been said. I might also add a cheap socket and screw driver set from walmart costs $10 and can handle most of what a beginner will encounter. the set is 1" thick 6" wide...
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    Loving the haul....

    have had some good ones and bad.

    you want impressive watch a guy using the claw pickup a 18" square piece of 16 guage sheet metal laying flat on the deck off your trailer and not leave a mark.
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    Computer took a sh*t last night

    I have used plenty of old machines. infact the "old, outdated" machines seem to last longer and run better than most of the newer stuff.

    I currently have a old dell d630 upgraded to windows 7...
  5. This thead is a question - How can I start the new scrap business?

    you got several month of reading to do here on forum, more than a few cuts, bumps & bruises to endure gaining hands on experiance.

    Now as for investing how much money comes down to prefference and...
  6. Entertainment center made from waterbed frame

    I like the concept of reusing old stuff and making new things.

    It turned out nice.
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    Diamond in the scrap pile?

    the vectras were awesome in there time. at least the couple I had. nice find.
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    Best Buy no longer taking TVs for free

    I dont forsee that lasting as manufacturerer have to provide a outlet for reclaiming thier goods. this was federal laws put in place. if best buy quits then they must provide a new outlet.

    now as...
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    I have attempted loading pages as desktop site vs...

    I have attempted loading pages as desktop site vs mobile in past and most of them are either broken / missing parts or are so heavy for my slow speed they just arent worth it.

    Having dabbled in...
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    Thank you

    I must admit I am one that has rarely if ever used the "thanks" button. this is due to me rarely being on a computer while reading. I use the app on my phone for simplicity since I read up when I got...
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    This thead is a question - Sawzall blades?

    have used mineral oil in past with an air compressor to lube bits while drilling I wonder if a simular idea couldnt be figured out for a sawsall...?
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    This thead is a question - Sawzall blades?

    I like the Milwaukee torch blades. you can kink them and keep going. they are thicker and reinforced where it matters so can handle an ohps or two. I preffer the 9" blades. diablo are about the same...
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    This thead is a question - Not sure what to do

    agree with above. it seems questionable at best. either get the paperwork or be very careful what you do. a few dollars or 1500 of them in this case isnt worth the lawyers fees.

    if you can get the...
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    Electronic T8 Ballast for scrap?

    if they are working sell for more than scrap or into the shredd. they have a good market as new ones are not cheap.
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    A selling question for HT1

    in my experiance it goes as shred. most yards dont see it in enough volume to do much with it and then theres the recovery rate off it which I believe is to the low side.
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    How to go about stripping thin wire?

    I use a board with razors attached. feed through proper size hole in board and pull by hand. flex it and seperate jacket from copper. very rudimentary but it works. just need to make sure to watch...
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    Google hangouts

    I have it, just really dont use it much. I tend to use Facebook messanger most besides call / text.
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    computer insanely slow, help!

    I may have come across harsh about the linux part. yes windows is bread and butter for me. I came into windows at 3.1 and have been there since with little bit of apple / mac and a bit more linux in...
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    computer insanely slow, help!

    for all the people saying dell latitude 630s are junk or you need 4 gb of ram, you are sadly mistaken.

    I have a dell lattitude e6540 and a 630. both work fine with me being a power user. the 630...
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    Scrapped My First Projector TV

    once you break a few down they do pan out as worth while especially compared to regular tvs. less trash compared to regular tvs and cheaper to get rid of left over trash.

    I will take them over...
  21. This thead is a question - E-Scrapping Lower Bucks County (Philly area)

    I have put customs togeather in much worse than them. you should be able to get that out of them
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    This thead is a question - Attaching dryer cords

    cant agree more. do it right or not at all.

    schematics can be found for free on most appliances and are worth the time if considered resale anyways.

    I use a rachet and deepwell socket after...
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    Harsh lesson.

    I do use an axe or hatchet at times dismantling stuff but I use it to crack open the plastic housings instead of pulling dozens of screws... never on metal items... this is just a case of using the...
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    What's a Good welding helmet?

    I dont weld enough to justify a uber expensive welding helmet. while tje bands could be better on the one I posted I have had no issues and can turn production quality welds out with it.

    are there...
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    What's a Good welding helmet?

    This is what I have and works great for a cheaper helmet.

    New Pro Solar Welder Mask Auto Darkening Welding Helmet Arc TIG MIG Grinding | eBay

    Cost means nothing. fuctionality and filling the...
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