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    Investing for underage child

    Been awhile since I posted here but figured with the vast knowledge maybe someone would have some insight or advice on a situation my family has recently encountered. My brother in law was recently killed in an unfortunate traffic accident. He was 31yrs old with an 8yr old daughter (divorced...
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    1996 GMC Sierra hard starting

    Vehicle specs: 1996 GMC Sierra C3500 350ci Automatic This is my parents vehicle, but I do currently have it at my location. The fuel pump was replaced 3 months ago with a new unit(not reman), I was told the fuel filter was replaced at the same time. Since then the truck has started fine...
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    Low well pressure.

    So last week the spare bath tub faucet developed a rather severe leak. We don't use that tub very often due to a variety of reasons. Well I crawled under the house to try and shut the water off only to find there are no shut offs to that bathroom. So in order to stop the leak while I repaired...
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    Gas(LP) fireplace

    Well here's my situation. I recently purchased a new home. The square footage is appx 2200. Of that about 800 is heated using a small furnace and 2 vented gas log fireplaces. Marco model 792850. I can't for the life of me find an owners manual for these online anywhere. So I guess that my...
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    Home Insulation

    I am currently in the market of buying my first home. In fact, I have found one that I do like, nice lot, good size and priced right (close to a trout river but further from the lakes so that's downside). The only problem I have with it is, the primary source of heating is baseboard electric...
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    Cross Border Workers

    I am just curious if there are any posters here that live state side and work on the Canadian side? I may have the opportunity to run my own office in a somewhat local Canadian city, Sarnia. I know political conversations are against the rules here and I don't want this to turn into anything...
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    "The Boat yard."

    Just ran across this link on another board and thought I'ld share it here. I don't know the history of the place but seems like it could be a fun place to explore. A little far from me though. http://www.oboylephoto.com/boatyard/index.htm'
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    Home Furnace issues!!

    Well its really time to replace this furnace, but thats not in line for a few months at least, major car repairs ate into the extra cash. Anyways, here's the issues and specs. Unsure of the year, its at least 20 years old, Sears furnace(no-ac) model 867764732. The unit will fire up just fine...
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    Adding 2nd hard drive

    I recently parted out and older computer that I no longer have any use for as a whole, some of the components have already been scavenged to update my other units. What I'm looking to do is take the hd, 40g Wester Digital (WD400) and use it a slave drive. After I add it to the system I will...
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    Dodge trans issues

    First the stats: 2003 Dodge Durango 5.9L 4wd 46RE trans 77k miles.<br /><br />I don't know when the last trans fluid/filter change was done, on the list to get done this month. When first getting going in the morning the vehicle will shudder and the trans will not shift into higher gears...
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    Superbowl opinions on Detroit

    Let me start off by saying that I am involved with several groups in and around Detroit that deal with the state of the city(fwiw all non-profit, completely volunteer ran). Mainly the architectural preservation but in general trying to put Detroit into a different perspective for people who...
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    Fantasy Keeper Leagues

    Need some advice and possibly a brief overview on league setups. <br /><br />Myself and several freinds are looking to start a keeper league for the NHL. Problem is trying to find info on league rules and setups for any keeper leagues. Obviously most people will be doing the NFL game but I...
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    Ford Windstar Transmission problem

    Recently received a 1995 Ford Windstar(3.8L 4 speed trans.) for free. Vehicle is in great condition physically and the engine is very clean. The only problem is the transmission lacks reverse. All forward gears seem to work fine and the fluid is only mildly discolored nor does it have a burnt...
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    Furnace issues

    I have a problem and with the well rounded folks here I thought I see if anyone could help.<br /><br />What happes is the pilot light keeps going out. It will relight every time with no problems, following the manufacturers instructions. The problem is after the furnace cycles through once...
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    91 Jeep problem/advice

    Let me first start by saying that maybe we should have a Jeep section here, at least lately. <br />I have a 91 Cherokee, 4.0L with 180,000 miles oil changed regularly at 3000-3500 miles using Castrol 5w-30, my concern comes from the oil pressure gauge. When first starting the vehicle it will...
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