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  1. PurpleT

    In Search of Indy Mechanic in Nashville TN

    Good evening - I am trying to assist a family member (younger single female) with finding a reputable indy mechanic in Nashville preferrable south of downtown near the junction of highway 41A and 155. Vehicle is a 2002 Toyota 4Runner. She has tried several places over the last year close to her...
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    basement sump pump

    Good morning and happy Thanksgiving BITOG. I am seeking input and recommendations on a replacement 1/2 hp sump pump. Current model is a Basement Watchdog branded pump (model number is unreadable) that is paired with a Basement Watchdog battery back-up system. Recently replaced the battery in...
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    Older Mac tool box friction slides. Replacements needed.

    I am trying to replace several worn friction slides on a new to me five drawer Mac MB 517-4581 top box. I do not know the history of the box however it is in above average conditions overall and all but two the drawers work smoothly. It appears to be a 90s era box however Mac and Matco cannot...
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    DIY options and input requested Smovey Rings

    They are called Smovey Vibroswing. I have been asked by a friend to explore options for making something similar to these to use in a professional setting with older adults and/or children and adolescents. Two sets would be ideal. These can be found on ebay for $165 or higher. In essence they...
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    05 Camry Key Programming

    I recently purchased an 05 Carmy (USA built with a build date of 2/05) and it only came with one aftermarket chipped key and one Toyota remote. A friend loaned me a CK-100 V46.02 Auto Key Programmer which indicates on its compatibility list it works with this generation of Carmy. I did some...
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    Long Rise machine washable dress pants

    I am looking for recommendations on dress pants that come in a long rise that are machine washable sized 34x34 or 34x36. Men's Warehouse and Joseph A Banks do carry a line of long rise pants however they are dry clean only which over time becomes cost prohibitive. I have tried on what seems like...
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    2001 Honda Accord V6, AT, LX 4 Dr questions

    Earlier this week my sister in law was in accident and her car was totaled. Did some looking around and found a two owner Honda Accord that for the last 8 year or so was driven by an older gentleman 40 plus miles a day back and fourth to work. He no longer has room for the car in the garage as...
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    Husky 1.5 ton Aluminum/Steel Floor Jack

    Home Depot has these on sale for $49.88. I was thinking about getting one of these for my father. Looking for first hand-info from anyone that might have one. Use would mainly be for easy maintenance kind of stuff for a Honda CRV and Civic. I realize HF sells a similar product however I do not...
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    93 Camry A/C repair questions

    The compressor on my Camry went out and I am trying to find parts and R-12 Freon to make the needed repairs. At this point I would prefer to not convert the system as I am happy with the performance. I was planning on purchasing a new Denso compressor. The last one gave me 22 years and 193,000...
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    92 Camry Transmission leak/seal question

    Vehicle is a 92 Toyota Camry. 2.2L with an automatic transmission. 188k original motor and transmission. The last couple weeks I noticed what I thought was a leak coming from the passenger side CV shaft were it inserts into the differential. After cleaning and reinspecting the seal several...
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    Center Caps for Older Prime Wheels

    I found some older 15 inch alloy Prime wheels (style 100 according the Prime website)for my 93 Toyota Camry on Craiglist however the center caps are missing and if I cant find the caps then these are a no go as I dont want to drive around w/o them. I called Prime directly yesterday and was...
  12. PurpleT

    Relocating to Manhattan KS area

    Good Morning. I am looking for anyone that has knowledge of the Manhattan KS / Junction City KS area. Looks like work might require a relocation to the area and I have very little first hand knowledge about the area. I am mainly looking for info on affordable housing and places to avoid, cost of...
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    Aftermarket distributor question for 93 Camry

    While working on the timing belt/water pump project I discovered an oil leak around the distributor which has bathed it in oil. Looking at replacement options from local parts places like AAP and Orielys and/or mail order from Rock Auto which offer the following brands. A1 Cardone, Toughone...
  14. PurpleT

    Aftermarket parts guidance 93 Toyota Camry

    My 1993 Camry with 176K is in need of a timing belt and I was going to replace the water pump at the same time. I have looked online for parts and Rock Auto seems to have the best prices with the quickest shipping times. I don't have much experience with the Aisin or Beck/Arnley brands and would...
  15. PurpleT

    New/Used car purchase for my parents- guidance

    My parents are in the market for a new/used Hyundia Sante Fe Sport (base model, FWD 2.4L). They are both retired and have been saving for what they consider to be their last car purchase. At this point they are in agreement on the vehicle and are now trying to decide if they should purchase a...
  16. PurpleT

    Programming a new Craftsman Garage Door Opener

    I will start by saying thank you in advance for the help and guidance and that I have searched numerous websites and still cannot find the answers. I also made a visit to my local Sears store and they were not able to help me. I was told based on the 3 button design of my remote I had a 7 or 9...
  17. PurpleT

    Questions about purchasing a phone from Swappa

    I am considering purchasing a phone from Swappa and was looking for some first hand feedback from those who might have used Swappa in the past. I am grandfathered on an unlimited data plan from Verizon so the goal of the phone purchase is upgrade the phone without losing my current plan and not...
  18. PurpleT

    Wifi calling and I phone 5 S and other phones

    I will start by owning my ignorance when it comes to cell phone technology and also thank those that reply in advance for helping the lost become a little less lost. Long story short I am in the market for a new cell phone. My 3 year old Droid (Verizon) is dying and it is time to upgrade. I am...
  19. PurpleT

    Intermittent Brake Warning Light 99 Tacoma

    The vehicle is my wife's 99 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L, AT, 4X4 Extended Cab, 76K. The brake light is intermittently flashing on for 2-3 seconds. I have checked the brakes and all are in good working order and adjusted (front pads will need to be replaced within the next 5000 miles or so as they are...
  20. PurpleT

    Advance Auto Brake Parts

    I was curious if anyone knew who manufactures the Advance Auto Wearever line of brake components. I did some looking online and found conflicting information. One site dated 2008 and 2011 said Wagner another site said it was no longer Wagner with no name provided and it was a different company...
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