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    2001 Silverado Air Conditioner Compressor replace...

    I had compressor go out on my 2000 chev silverado, I was told by a reputable mechanic that if there is any sign of debris all the lines and evaporator and condenser and drier must be changed or you will contaminate new compressor.He would flush AC system but NO warranty on compressor.
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    Master pro vs Toyota reman rack and pinion

    A reputable shop by me told me he has had so many warranty redo's on remanufactured steering racks,that he will only install new racks unless none are available.If you want a reman.rack you have to sign a waiver.
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    GM Passlock '98 Sunfire

    FOR 2005-2012 chevrolet colorado passlock 30-Minute Learn Prqcedure 1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. 2. Attempt to start the engine, then release the key to ON, vehicle will not start. 3. Obserue the SECURITY telltale. After approximately 10 minutes, the telltale will turn OFF. 4...
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    I cannot find a reliable handyman who does good work

    Have you ever tried Thumbtack,I was skeptical about using for tree removal and landscaping and sorted through ratings.Finally hired a guy,kind of expecting a young guy with a beatup old truck was shocked when a white male 45 years old shows up in a $70,000 dollar truck and did a great job...
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    Harley Davidson Names Topgolf’s Artie Stars as New CEO

    Harley is not the only Motorcycle company in Financial Trouble--- KTM has been facing significant financial trouble—but there’s a twist in the tale. 🏍️ What Happened? KTM entered a 90-day self-administration period in late 2024 due to mounting debt and unsold inventory—about 265,000 bikes...
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    Another MICRO example of housing market- greater Minneapolis area

    @AZjeff Question on some homes I was going to fly in and look at.I had several homes selected and brush was NOT nearly as thick as this Photo posted,but Realtor,com had both the homes I wanted to tour -Extreme Fire danger! Are those scrub brush trees that look about 15 feet tall that volatile...
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    Another MICRO example of housing market- greater Minneapolis area

    AZjeff ,had to do some digging but found that l AZjeff I ,had to do some digging but found that last house I posted for you,its the house in the cul-de-sac.Set way back with long driveway white in color.I really like that part of AZ but put off by tiny lots and then I started looking at older...
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    Another MICRO example of housing market- greater Minneapolis area

    Posted for AZjeff to see! I had to search for this Photo,these were around $400,000 look at the rooflines how close these places are!
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    Another MICRO example of housing market- greater Minneapolis area

    Pretty sure I had on search engine on realtor.com Single family $400,000 and up here is another photo of nearby development I believe these were around $525,000
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    Another MICRO example of housing market- greater Minneapolis area

    Started looking just outside city and I was stunned by how close together many homes in developments were,reach out and touch your neighbor.These were 15-20 year old places about 1200 Sq. foot and priced at $499,000.It seems to me that is pretty overpriced.I noticed in the area sales must be...
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    Another MICRO example of housing market- greater Minneapolis area

    I have been looking at Prescott AZ on realtor.com for 18 months, it seems that all the listings are 40-55 year old homes that you can see in photos needs work or 1200 SQ. FT. New Constuction on a post stamp size lot for $390,000 ?? Where is all the 15-25 year old homes?
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    Hardie board siding

    1980s: LP introduced its Inner-Seal siding, made from oriented strand board (OSB). It was marketed as a cost-effective alternative to traditional wood siding. Early 1990s: Widespread reports of premature deterioration, including swelling, rotting, and delamination—especially in moist...
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    Hardie board siding

    That was 20 some years ago they reformulated product totally-- 50year warranty The secret to LP SmartSide Trim & Siding’s reputation as the most durable wood siding is LP’s proprietary SmartGuard® manufacturing process. It ensures that every strand of wood is treated with a carefully...
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    Hardie board siding

    Watch video at bottom of web page- compares Hardie board against LP Smart Side,was surprised LP siding has fewer negatives than Hardie siding. https://lpcorp.com/products/siding-trim/why-lp-smartside/competition/engineered-wood-vs-fiber-cement
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    Misfire at idle 300 i6 f150

    No one has mentioned this but I remember on old school distributer caps --getting Carbon Tracking-- and this can lead to a low speed misfire! Try and NEW Distributer Cap and Rotor!
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