Recent content by dougtrr2

I had two experiences with shredding. Had to destroy classified typewriter ribbon. Remember the old IBM Selectrics? You could read what was typed on the ribbon. We cut the ribbon and then fed it into our shredder. The shredder sucked the ribbon out of that cassette...... and then stalled...

I would check on shredding services or free events that are offered by banks and other businesses. I went to Office Depot when I was settling my son's estate and the cost must have been reasonable since I don't recall what it was. I don't think a wood chipper will have close enough tolerances...

We have been on a septic system for over 30 years. I think the most important thing is to be careful what you put down the drains. Too much bleach can "kill" the action in a septic tank. Other harsh chemicals should be avoided also. My dad swore by putting a cup of oatmeal down the drain once...

Unless there is a huge price difference I would get the valve with float capability. Better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it. Doug in SW IA

I was getting bids to replace a kitchen floor. They wanted all the money upfront and wanted me to sign a contract that essentially said, when we rip up your old floor we might have to charge you more money for extra floor prep. Not a fly by night company. I have always been under the...

Thank you, it took me three tries to keep the program from self correcting it. I finally had to right click and ignore the spelling. Doug in SW IA

Sidebar, but hydraulic related. When I was at Ellsworth my hydraulic guys came to me with a hydraulic problem. They told me an aircraft had a hydraulic leak and there was no way they could get to it. I told them, in that case we'll call Davis Monthan Air Force base and send the plane to the...

Maybe the previous owner used some home brewed concoction to dye the fluid. Doug in SW IA

Not the best but: When you look close she is beginning to show her age. I am in the process of getting some chrome work done and then paying a ridiculous amount to get it repainted and all decals replaced. It is pretty much all Campy except for the brakes and handle bar stem. Doug in SW IA

I retired in 2019 and started riding on the Wabash Trace. I am riding a Raleigh International that I bought new in 1975. It was a top of the line bike back then. It is like an old friend. Only did 1,000 miles this year due to shoulder surgery, but the year before I hit my high of 5,000. I...

If you want to check and see how the process works I am willing to send you my full name and address so you can send me a check. Heck, I'll even drive there and pick up the check in person. Doug in SW IA

Might be worth shopping for car insurance that fixes rock chips for free. If you don't fix the chips they have a tendency to develop into cracks. Doug in SW IA

Actually, my understanding is 19K is the amount you can give without YOU having to file a gift tax return. I think it has something to do with you are allowed a certain amount to pass on to your heirs and the 19K limit per year is geared to those with estates that exceed the limit allowed by...

If you remember constantly adjusting the color on your TV depending on which show or station you were watching. As I remember over adjust the intensity until everything was orange and then dial it back until the skin tone looked "right". Doug in SW IA

The sad fact is, the scammers must be making money or they wouldn't be making the calls. I generally don't engage with the scammers. But once in a while I will ask if they are going to be selling me anything. I will always be assured they will not be selling anything. Then I ask, "If...