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Call 911 (if in the USA) or go to a Hospital for medical emergencies
COMPUTER SECURITY TUTORIAL - START HERE IF YOU ARE A NOVICE
COMPLETE COMPUTER SECURITY INFORMATION
REALLY COMPLETE INSECT REPELLENT & KILLER INFO
Complete Sunscreen Information, Toxicity, Ingredients, Products & Resources
INDEX and Jump to Topics
$$$$ US POSTAGE TO FOREIGN COUNTRIES $$$$|
TRAFFIC INFO |
NC ROAD PROJECTS/CLOSINGS |
SEE ALSO: DISASTER PREPAREDNESS |
3D MOVIES |
4x4 |
African Safaris |
Africa Traveler's Health |
AWD vs 4x4 |
AFCI |
Complete AFRICAN Photo Safari & Travel Information |
African Traveler Health Issues / Information |
Africa - Cell Phones for us in |
Africa Safari Planning |
Air Conditioning |
AIRLINES |
Airline Flight DELAYS |
AIRPORTS |
ALDI (Discount Groceries) |
ALL ELECTRONICS |
ALL Weather TIRES |
American AIRLINES |
American Greetings eCards |
ANT Insecticides (killers) |
Appliance Companies - who owns what Appliance Company |
Appliance PARTS |
Appliance Power Consumption |
April - items on SALE |
Astronomy |
Audio |
August - items on SALE |
Auto/Truck INFO |
OVER-HEATING - AUTOMOBILE |
PROLONG LIFE of YOUR CAR - AUTOMOBILE |
RADIATOR / LEAK PROBLEMS - AUTOMOBILE |
Auto/Truck Repair Manuals |
Auto/Truck TIRE Info |
Automation (Home) |
AWD vs 4x4 |
BED SIZES |
BG 44K |
BINOCULARS - SAFARI, Howto |
BINOCULARS - RECOMMENDED SAFARI |
Biodegradable Diesel Fuel |
BLACK FRIDAY |
BLUE MOUNTAIN CARDS |
BLUE LIGHT may cause Macular Degeneration |
Blu-ray Movies |
BOILED EGG SHELL sticks to Egg |
Braided Hoses leak less |
Brake Failure |
BRIGHTNESS (of Light bulbs) |
BROTHER All-In-One Printer Reviews |
BULBS - Lumens (brightness), Sockets,... EVERYTHING |
Bulbs (CFL |
Bulb SOCKET SIZES |
Bulb TEMPERATURE (perceived color) |
BUNDLES - (Internet, TV & phone) |
BUSINESS News |
California King Bed size |
CAMERA DISCOUNTS |
CAMERA REVIEWS |
CAMERA REVIEW SITES |
Candelabra socket |
CANON All-In-One Printer Reviews |
CARBON MONOXIDE - Detecting & Poisoning |
Car Door Lock/Unlock Remote Replacements |
CARDS (eCards)|
Chinese/Japanese Computing |
CD Info |
CD / DVD - BLANK MEDIA |
Cell Phone - LOCATE Your phone |
CELL PHONE STUFF - DISCOUNTS |
CELL PHONE INFORMATION - LOTS OF |
CFLs |
CFL RECYCLINGs |
CLOSEOUTS |
CLOSINGS, ROAD/SCHOOLS/BUSINESSES ** |
Clothes Dryer - Fix |
Clothes Washer - Fix |
COLD Weather Tire Pressure |
Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) |
COMPARISON SHOPPING |
Complain, Gripe, Rant & Vent |
COMPLAINTS - Companies, Products |
COMPUTERS - DISCOUNT |
COMPUTER GLASSES |
COMPUTER Information |
COMPUTER SECURITY |
COMPUTER VIRUS Information |
CONTRACTORS - Reviews of Home Contractors, Handymen, Maintenance People |
COST of LIVING Elsewhere |
CPAP and Battery powered CPAP/APAP |
COUPONS |
CRAIG's LIST - RALEIGH |
CRAIG's LIST - PHONY MONEY WARNING |
Crockpot Fish recipes |
Cruise Control Danger |
CURRENCY Converters |
Cutting the (TV) Cable (OTA) |
CyberGuys - hard to find technology |
December - items on SALE |
Deer, hitting |
DEET |
DEET Sellers of |
Department Stores |
Diabetes |
Diesel Fuel |
DIGITAL |
Digital Cameras |
Digital CAMERA DISCOUNTS |
Digital CAMERA REVIEWS |
Digital CAMERA REVIEW SITES |
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS |
DISCOUNTS |
Discount Airline Tickets |
Discount BOOKS |
Discount CAMERAS |
Discount Codes (online shopping) |
Discount DRUGSTORES |
Discount ELECTRONICS |
EYEGLASSES - Information about |
Discount EYEGLASSES |
Discount GROCERIES |
Discount OR Unusual JEWELRY |
DISCOUNTS for SENIORS |
DISCOUNT Stores (so they say) |
Discount Travel (so they say) |
DMV |
Doxycycline |
Driving |
Driving in ICE & SNOW |
DROUGHT |
DVD Info |
E10 |
E15 - may damage your engine |
E26 socket |
EARTHQUAKE |
Eastern King Bed size |
eCards |
EGG SHELL sticks to Boiled Egg |
Electrical Home / House Wiring |
Electrical Home Wiring BOOKS|
Electricity Consumption Calculator |
ELECTRONICS, Discount |
Electronics on the Internet |
eCard and eMail SCAMS |
Emergency Escape Ladders |
Emergency Flashlights |
Emergency Radios |
ENCRYPT your data and email it |
Energy Efficiency (Home) |
Envelope Sizes |
EPSON All-In-One Printer Reviews |
ERGONOMICS (prevent injury)|
ESL Bulbs |
EXPLOSIVE GAS DETECTORS |
Extra Long Twin Bed size |
Eyeglasses - COMPUTER |
Eyeglasses - DISCOUNT |
Eyeglasses FRAME - MEASURING |
Eyeglasses - GLARE |
Eyeglasses - PROGRESSIVE Lenses |
FAST FOOD |
FAXES |
February - items on SALE |
Fescue |
FINANCIAL |
FIRE DETECTORS |
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS |
FIX / REPAIR |
FLASHLIGHTS - Emergency |
FLEX-FUEL / ETHANOL Gasoline Fuel Mixtures |
FLIGHT DELAYS |
FLIGHT TRACKING |
FLU - Seasonal & H1N1 |
Fluorescent Bulbs |
Fluorescent Bulbs (includes CFLs) grow more DIM as they age |
FOG, Driving in |
COMBATING FOGGY CAR MIRRORS |
FOOD - Discount |
FRAUD, Consumer Problems |
FREEZE YOUR CREDIT TO PREVENT THEFT |
Frugal - Being |
Fuel Injector Cleaner |
Full Size / Double Bed size |
Gardening |
Gardening PESTS |
GPS - Complete Information |
Garmin Features |
Garmin Model Numbers - APPENDED LETTERS |
Garmin Nuvi - (permanent) BATTERY REPLACEMENT |
Garmin Nuvi - RESET |
GAS DETECTORS (natural, propane,... gas) |
Gas Pedal Stuck|
GEMS |
Generators, Natural Gas |
Generic Prescriptions |
GFI |
Glare (Vision) |
GOVERNMENT |
GOVERNMENT OWE YOU MONEY? |
GPS - Complete |
GPS Screen PROTECTORS |
GRAPHICS |
Green Valve Stems |
GROCERY STORES (Discount) |
Hallmark eCards |
Halogen Bulbs |
HARDWARE STORES - Raleigh, NC |
HDTV |
HDTV Definitions |
HDTV DTS vs Dolby Digital |
HEADLIGHTS |
Headlights - Halogen |
Headlights - BRIGHTEST Halogen |
Headlight Lens - Clean Glazed Plastic |
Headlights - HID |
Headlights - LED |
HEALTH |
Health, Travel |
HEAT PUMPS |
Herbs - Discount |
HEV may cause Macular Degeneration |
H.I.D |
HiFi (music) on Internet |
Hollywood Contempo - Women's Purses |
HOME SECURITY & MAINTENANCE |
Home Theater |
HOTELS |
HOUSE INFO |
HOUSE TRADING / SWAPPING(vacations) |
HOW Stuff Works |
HOW TO... |
How to get a real person on the phone |
HP All-In-One Printer Reviews |
Humidifiers / De-Humidifiers / Humidity |
Humor |
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS |
HVAC |
Incandescent Bulbs |
Insect Repellent & Killer |
INSURANCE |
Insurance Points (NC) |
INVESTING |
jacquielawson.com eCards |
January - items on SALE |
July - items on SALE |
June - items on SALE |
KENYA - what you Really MUST Know |
KENYA - Information that you Really MUST Know before you go |
LANGUAGE Converters |
lawns - FESCUE |
Lawns - GREEN |
lawns - SOD |
Lawns - WATERING, CONSERVE |
Leaky Switches (lighted) KILL CFLs |
Leaky Timers and Dimmers KILL CFLs |
Leather, Bonded Leather, Pleather & Vinyl |
LEAD-FREE Water Hoses |
LED Bulbs |
LED Flashlight Bulbs - general info |
LEGAL CLAIMANT SERVICES |
LEXMARK All-In-One Printer Reviews |
Light Bulbs - EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW |
LightBulb TEMPERATURE (perceived color) |
Lighted Wall Switches may shorten CFL lifespans |
Lumens |
LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONS - Airline/Airport |
MagicJack - IP telephone connection |
Complete MALARIA Information |
Malarone |
MAPS |
March - items on SALE |
May - items on SALE |
MEDICAL INFORMATION |
Medium socket |
Mefloquine |
Metofluthrin |
METRIC |
Midget |
Minature socket |
Mogul socket |
Monitors |
MONOPOLIES - who owns what Appliance Companies |
MONOPRICE - discount electronics |
MOSQUITO Repellents & Insecticides (killers) |
Mosquito Netting |
MONTH - SALE - What's on sale THIS MONTH |
MOVIES |
MOVIES - Blu-ray|
MP3 |
MPEG |
Music |
NATURAL GAS DETECTORS |
Neon |
Nitrogen in Tires |
North Carolina **|
North Carolina Magazines/Newspapers/Radio/TV |
North Carolina MISC |
North Carolina ROADS |
November - items on SALE |
Nuvi |
Nuvi - RESET |
October - items on SALE |
OFF Clip-on mosquito protection |
Online Promotion / Discount Codes (online shopping) |
OOMA (VoIP) |
Overdrive |
Paper Sizes |
Party, Paper & Art Supplies |
PASSPORTS |
PASSPORTS with RFID - Hacked |
Patents |
People, FINDING |
Periprel |
Permethrin |
Personal |
PEST Control & Repellents |
Phone - CALL / TEST YOUR PHONE |
Phones |
Photo Editing |
Photography |
Plastics - Safe & UNsafe Types |
PLUMBING |
POISION |
Poisoning by DEET |
Poisoning by Insecticides |
Poisoning by METOFLUTHIN |
Poisoning by PICARIDIN (not very likely) |
Poisoning by PYRETHRIN |
POISON IVY |
POISON OAK |
POISON SUMAC |
Polycarbonate Lens |
USPS - HOLD MAIL |
Postage RATES |
Power Cleaners / Filters - 120 VOLT AC |
Power Consumption of Appliances |
Power Consumption - Standby |
Prescriptions |
Price Comparisons |
Printers |
Progressive Lenses |
Promotion Codes (online shopping) |
PRP |
Queen Bed size |
Radio |
RADON |
RADIOS - Emergency |
** RECOMMENDATIONS - PC & PERSONAL SECURITY** |
Recreation |
Recycle CFLs |
REFERENCES |
REPAIR |
Replacing Bulbs with LEDs |
Resolution (Pixels) |
RETIREMENT |
RID insect repellent |
Safety Hinges |
SALARIES |
SALES (what month is what on sale) |
Save Energy at Home |
SAVE MONEY |
SCANNERS |
SCANNING |
SENIOR DISCOUNTS |
September - items on SALE |
SEVERE WEATHER |
SHOES - Discount |
Silver Ions |
Skype |
Sleep Apnea |
SMOKE DETECTORS |
SOCIAL SECURITY |
SOD |
Complete SOUTH AFRICA Travel Information |
SpyWare |
Standard King Bed size |
SUNGLASSES |
SUNSCREEN - Complete Sunscreen Information, Ingredients, Products & Resources |
SURPLUS (Raleigh, NC) |
Surge Protectors |
Surge Protectors - WHOLE HOUSE |
SURVIVAL TIPS |
TAX Forms Online |
Taxes, property |
Timers that work with CFLs |
TIME ZONES,... |
TIRES |
Tire Pressure for COLD Weather |
TiVo |
TOOLS (hand, info, power, wood,...)|
TOOLS - DISCOUNT|
TRAFFIC Info |
TRAVEL |
TripleTred TIRES |
TV/Video |
Twin Bed size |
UPS / AVR |
USEFUL, Interesting Info |
UV - Ultra Violet Lights |
Vendor Outlets |
Video |
VIRUS Info (Computer) |
Vitamins & Herbs - Discount |
Volt-Amps (VA) |
VONAGE - Convert your phone service |
VONAGE More information |
Water Leaks - Automobile |
WATER LEAKS - INSIDE HOUSE |
WATER LEAKS - OUTSIDE HOUSE |
WaterSense - EPA water efficiency ratings |
Western King Bed size |
WEATHER |
WIND-UP Emgergency Flashlights & Radios |
WINE - a few Tips |
WEATHER, Time,...
Dave's Time, Weather & Road/Business Closings Menu
DOPPLER 5000
Weather Channel - RTP
WRAL-TV's CONSTRUCTION LOCATION PAGE
NC ROAD PROJECTS
INFOUSEFUL and INFORMATIVE SITES
HOWARD CLARK's site - http://clarkhoward.com/ NOT http://www.howardclark.com
NOTE: I personally believe that Mr Clark Howard has a lot
of very good information. Enjoy his good tips. I personally
believe that the potential for on-line identity theft is
very high, especially for the typical user.
Click here for Computer Security information
4x4
4-Wheeling How To
5 Safety Tips When Going Off-Highway
5 More Safety Tips When Going Off-Highway
Airing Down - Tire Deflation Methods
Getting Unstuck
Getting Unstuck, Part II (Winch)
Preventative Maintenance
Tired of Your Tires?
Tire Pressure for 4-Wheeling
Using the Hi-Lift Jack
Whatcha Need to Getcha Back
ASTONOMY
Hitchhiker's Guide to the Moon
NASAWindows to The Universe
AWD vs 4x4 - Cars, SUVs, Trucks
In mine and other people's opinions (there are
dissenters), All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) with Traction-Control does a better
job of providing on-road safety in slippery conditions.
This is primarily because the traction-Control (really brakes),
controls each of the four wheels individually, giving better
control than 4x4 (without traction-control). The only true 4x4
that I've heard about with Traction-control is the AM Hummer (at
least the original Hum-Vee - I don't know about the h3 nor the H3).
I admit that I have not really looked for 4x4's with traction control,
AWD is not normally suited for real off-road driving.
All things equal, AWDs get better milage than real 4x4s.
4-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel-Drive Systems: Know Your Options
All-Wheel-Drive Versus Four-Wheel Drive
What's the difference between "all-wheel drive" and "four-wheel drive"?
What is the difference between Four Wheel Drive (4WD) and All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
Driveline Options: Transmissions
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) - Definition of
How Four-whel Drive Works
Automobile / Car / Truck BUYING / SELLING / VALUE
RESEARCH THAT CAR BEFORE BUYING
Find car dealers by state
Maintenance, costs & repairs - Clark Howard
Auto123
Autopedia - the Automotive Encyclopedia
Autoweb Dot Com - research, reviews, pics,...
Candian Driver
Car & Driver's Car Buyers Info
Car Smart
Car Talk - Car Information
Consumer Guide
Consumer Reports
The Internet discount BEAT ALL credit Union and
other discounts that I ever saw.
Edmund's Automotive Buyer's Guide
Kelley Blue Book values | Used
EDMUND'S TOP TEN LISTS & TCO - YEAR by Year - Carmax
NEW CAR REVIEWS & Research - automotive.com
NEW CARS by PRICE Range, MPG, CLASS, etc - SCROLL DOWN - automotive.com
vehix.com
BBB - Check out that Car Dealer
Is there a Better Business Bureau Complaint against that Dealer
BG 44K Fuel Injector Cleaner
In my personal opinion, BG 44K Fuel Injector Cleaner is
the best fuel injector cleaner that can be purchased.
Many new car dealers use BG 44K to clean your fuel
injectors. Some new card dealer parts departments will
sell the product to the average citizen.
If you buy BG 44K, GET THE CAN that you pour into the
gas tank - do NOT get the complete kit. Some dealers
will only sell you the kit, which costs too much and
does the typical person no good, as the product can
not be dumped into the gas tank. The "K" (BG 44K)
might be the kit, rather than the can that pours into
your gas tank. I'll check.
I've been going into Cary, to:
Bowden Street Automotive
303 Bowden Street Cary, NC 27513
(919) 465-4488
to get my BG44 - GOT to find a closer place to Me.
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: BG 44K Fuel System
Amazon.com: BG44K: Automotive
BG products, Inc.
Fuel system and injector tune up? - Automotive Message Forums
bg44 - explorer forum - search for "bg"
autobahn - internet -BG 44K
ALTERNATE AUTOMOBILE FUEL
NOTE: ETHANOL yields only 80% of the energy of gasoline,
So while cheaper, you milage will DECREASE when using ethanol.
E15 = 15% Ethanol, 85% gasoline - most cars can NOT use this.
Only FLEX-FUEL vehicals can safely use E15.
Can your (fairly new) vehicle use FLEX-FUEL? - PDF
E15 - COMPLETE INFO - may damage your engine
E10 = 10% Ethenol, 90% gasoline
MORE AUTO INFORMATION
How to Buy a Car
Infinityhelp dot com
J D Power & Associates
J D Power Consumer Center
Kelly Blue Book
LEMON-AID Car Guides
RECALLS & SAFETY NOTICES - Autopedia/NHTSB ***
Microsoft Carpoint
Motor Trend
Motor Trend's New Car/Truck Evaluation Tools
Motor Trend's Road Tests **
NTSB
Popular Mechanics New Car & Truck Guide
Road & Track
SkyReport
So You Wanna Buy A Used car?
Vehicle Inspection Reports - Edmunds
Wheels24
Automobile / Truck Info
FUEL ECONOMY - EPA
How Cars Work
Fuel Efficiency Review (how to save)
Anti-lock braking system - Wikipedia
AUTO ***
Auto dot com
AUTOPEDIA
AutoRepair, About
Understanding Fuel Economy Ratings
Car Brakes, How Do They Work?
Cartalk Home Page
Car Talk Column Directory
Click & Clack Talk cars
Crash Test Ratings
Databases
Diagnose car problems online
Drivers
Environment
Family Car - Info
Inspections FAQ
** Links to Magazines & other online auto resources **
Loan Calculator
Motor Trend ONLINE
What's that noise - Diagnose car problems online
Automobile/Truck Magazines
Candian Driver
Car & Driver
Motor Trend
Road & Track
CRUISE CONTROL
Do NOT use Cruise Control in wet or icy weather.
If your tires slip, cruise control may cause you to loose control
of your car.
DIESEL FUELS - normal, biodegradable, green & ULSD
B2: - 2% Biodiesel
B5: - 5% Biodiesel
B20: - 20% Biodiesel
B100: - 100% Biodiesel
SVO = Straight vegetable oils.
ULSD - Ultra-low sulfur diesel - available in 2006.
WVO = waste vegetable oils.
Most vehicle manufacturers do not recommend using blends greater
than 5% FOR NEWER VEHICLES - using higher blends will void some
engine warranties.
Note: You should never fuel your vehicle with clean or used
grease or vegetable oil that has not been converted to
biodiesel. It will damage your engine.
Biodiesel - PROs/CONs - fueleconomy.gov
Biodiesel 101 - PBS
Hydrocarbon Processing: Biodiesel: A Renewable and Biodegradable Fuel - PDF
Biodiesel is an obvious candidate for use in marine applications - biodiesel.org
Bio-Diesel - green-trust.org
Application of a Biodegradable Lubricant in a Diesel Vehicle
A comparison of the short term effects of diesel fuel and ...
Diesel Vehicles - carmax
Campa as fuel - Campa and the environmen
San Diego Regional Energy Office : Biodiesel
GREEN DIESEL:
ScienceDaily: Green Diesel: New Process Makes Liquid ...
New Way to Make 'Green Diesel' from Coal - LiveScience
Green Diesel From Plants to Power Cars
Honda's Green (Diesel) Machine
Diesel to Vegetable Oil engine conversions - DieselVeg
E90 DIESEL FUEL:
Coming Soon
SEE BETTER IN FOG
While I do not believe that amber glasses
help you see further in foggy weather, I do believe that amber colored glasses
increase the contrast of what you view, allowing you to more quickly see and
identify objects. WWII pilots used amber lenses in their flying gogles in
foggy weather.
Polarized lenses should also help.
FOGGY WINDSHIELDS
I use Rain-X Anti-Fog to combat fog on glass
inside our cars.
HEADLIGHTS
Headlight Information - Wikipedia
HID - High Intensity Discharge Headlights - Wikipedia
LED - Light Emitting Diode Headlights - Wikipedia
More information about LEDs
HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS
Halogen Headlights dim with age - replace them.
Plastic headlight lenses dim with age - REPAIR THEM - REMOVE THE GLAZE.
HOW Halogen works
Silvania SILVER STAR ULTRA is now the SECOND BRIGHTEST Sylvania HALOGEN BULB AVAILABLE
BRIGHTNESS - BRIGHEST ON TOP - also widest beam on TOP
Silver STAR Ultra = The Brightest - Widest beam = RUN TOO HOT - DIES IN 9 MONTHS
LASTS 9 MONTHS IN MY 2003 CRV
I've gone through EIGHT of them
Silver Star = next brightest - more narrow beam = RUN TOO HOT - DIES IN 9 MONTHS
LASTS 11 MONTHS IN MY 2003 CRV
I've gone through TWO of them
Xtravision = next brightest - more narrow beam <== I NOW USE ONLY THIS ONE
It is My PERSONAL OPINION, is that these bulbs (Silver Star ULTRA) burn TOO HOT.
THE LOCAL AUTOZONE MANAGER COMPLETELY AGREES - USE XTRAVISION, NOT SILVERSTAR nor
SILVER STAR ULTRA Halogen headlights. Perhaps some newer cars can handle them.
I love the light they put out, but I have now replaced
SIX of these SILVER STAR ULTRA BULBS - they are lasting
LESS THAN NINE (9) MONTHS per bulb, in my 2003 Honda CR-V.
You may not have my problem - these do a great job of lighting the road.
Local AutoZone Manger said his customers getting about 11 - 12 months with
Silver Stars - his observation and personal opinion.They may work for you.
Headlight product comparison - Sylvania Bulb type 9003
PLASTIC HEADLIGHT LENS CLEANING
Don't put up with cloudy/glazed plastic car headlight lens -
they can be cleaned. While they might not look or work like
they are new, they make an amazing difference to how much
light your headlights can put on the road.
Without proper care, plastic headlight lens degrade (mostly
due to UV light) and become glazed/murky, evetually turning
opaque - just look at cars in a parking lot. Cloudy Lens can
cause a severe loss of ability to put light on the road,
in as little as three years in Southern states.
I got tired of the poor night visability in my wife's 1996
Pontiac Sunfire, so I went to Advance Auto parts and purchased one
of the many brands of plastic headlight lens cleaner/rubbing compund.
These are specifically formulated for cleaning the glazed plastic
headlight lens used on many cars, such as some Chrysler Neons,
Fords and General motors cars. I used Meguiars PlasticX on mine.
You can get the polish, and a rotary "buffer" for your drill to power
out the glaze, for about $20 from Walmart.
Here are some popular brands:
I suggest that you ask your auto parts dealer for a recommendation.
(NOTE I have not used these products - use at your own risk):
Wolfgang Plastik Lens Cleaner - COMPLEX, BUT MORE COMPLETE SOLUTION
Meguiars Plastic Care - I HAVE USED THIS ONE - IT WORKS
ken-co - shows a mild example, I've seen MUCH worse
Club Avalanche -> Headlight lens cleaning?
How to clean headlight lens?? - Club Lexus
BLACKFIRE One Step, Plastic Cleaner, Polish & Glaze (Aerosol)
OVER-HEATING - AUTOMOBILE
Coming soon...
PROLONG LIFE of YOUR CAR - AUTOMOBILE
Coming soon...
RADIATOR / LEAK PROBLEMS - AUTOMOBILE
BAR's RADIATOR STOP LEAK
Aluminum powder (looks like) radiator leak sealer.
I recommend that you do NOT flush your radiator, but slowly run
water through the cooling system. The reason I say this, is
EVERY time I had the radiator flushed, I had to have it reparied.
I think that the reason for this is that if the radiator is so
rusted that you have leaks, flushing seems to dislodge more
particles, which then clog the radiator. In my experience, if
you need to use a radiator stop-leak product, you may soon
have to repair the radiator anyway.
REMOTE DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK DEVICES
If you have an aftermarket car door remote control whose remote
no longer functions correctly, you may be able to order a replacemnt
part. I ordered a replacement part for my wife's after market Ratler
from DR DETAIL SHOP - http://www.drdetailshop.com/REMOTES.htm
Repair Manuals / Service Bulletins / Shop Manuals
free on-line Vehicle repair guides
online Factory Repair Manuals (yearly subscription)
Can often get a copy of a service bulletin on the domestic forum here
Honda-Tech.com
WHEN TO LOCK OUT OVERDRIVE
Note: locking out overdrive (the use of your highest gear)
will cause the engine to rotate slightly faster, causing a
slight increase in engine wear. You generally don't want
to lock out overdrive (other than short periods of time),
if that causes your vehicle to exceed, let's say, 4,000 RPM
(adds more wear to your engine). This 4,000 RPM is an
arbitrarly number that I just came up with. You might want
a different value. I accept no liability.
That said, I lock out overdrive under any of these conditions:
1] Climbing a long steep hill. With overdrive engaged, the gear
is too high to give me good speed. The only way I can achieve
the speed that I want is to [1] either push the accelerator to
the floor, going into passing gear (this then burns too much gas,
and causes me to go to fast, having to hit the brakes), or
[2] locking out the top gear (locking out overdrive).
2] Others may not agree, but I use it in high traffic conditions
in either rain, snow or ice, to allow me to accelerate more
quickly in emergencies and to allow the engine to instantly
start slowing the car when I need to stop in a hurry (when I
take my foot off of the gas pedal).
3] Heavy freeway traffic, 25-50 MPH. This allows faster acceleration
and deceleration if needed (as soon as I take my foot off the
accelerator, and start to put it on the brake, the compression
of the engine has already started to (mildly) slow my car down.
STUCK GAS PEDAL?
While a stuck gas pedal can be disconcerting, there is NO reason
to allow a stuck gas pedal to cause you to crash into something.
ANY OF THESE ACTIONS MENTIONED BELOW, MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR
CAR, OR MAY CAUSE THE CAR TO BECOME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO STEER,
OR TO STOP - MACHINERY RUNNING FASTER THAN DESIGNED, MAY EXPLODE.
USE AT YOUR OWN RISK - I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENCES.
I am not a mechanic, not a physicist, nor do I have any training
in these fields.
1] In an emergency ONLY, and remembering that you probably have
both power brakes and power steering, you can SHUT OFF THE MOTOR
(don't forget that you probably have to bypass (manipulate)
the safety switch that is supposed tro prevent your child from
accidentally turning off your car while you are driving.
Leave the car in gear, so that the motor helps slow you down.
YOU DO THIS ENTIRELY AT YOUR OWN RISK - IT IS DANGEROUS
YOU WILL THEN PROBABLY HAVE A TERRIBLE TIME STEERING THE CAR (no power assist).
YOU WILL THEN PROBABLY HAVE A TERRIBLE TIME STOPPING THE CAR (no power assist).
FAILED BRAKES
ANY OF THESE ACTIONS MENTIONED BELOW, MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR
CAR, OR MAY CAUSE THE CAR TO BECOME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO STEER,
OR TO STOP - EQUIPMENT THAT RUNS TOO FAST MAY EXPLODE.
USE AT YOUR OWN RISK - I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENCES.
I am not a mechanic, not a physicist, nor do I have any training
in these fields.
2] If your brakes fail, TRY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE, it may work
even when the brake pedal does not. NOTE that the Emergency
brake usually only tries to stop two tires, usually the
rear tires, so your car may handle differently than you expect
- be expecting unusal braking behavior.
3] Downshifting (Your transmission may allow you to put,
the car in Second, of even First gear - WHICH
MAY DAMAGE YOUR MOTOR AND/OR TRANSMISSION, (do so at your own
risk) may slow the car down.
4] You can attempt to put the car into Reverse, or even
better, into Park - THIS WILL CAUSE EXTREME DAMAGE TO
YOUR CAR, but it might be better than driving off of a cliff.
5] A final thought FOR A STUCK GAS PEDAL (NOT for brake failure)
is to take your car OUT OF GEAR (put it in neutral or depress
the clutch) - THIS MAY EASILY BLOW YOUR ENGINE UP, which might
be preferable to hitting a bridge at a hundered miles per hour
- THIS IS YOUR DECISION. I ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY.
CHECK WITH OTHER SOURCES FOR OTHER SUGGESTIONS.
Automobile/Truck TIRE Info
Aged Tires: A Driving Hazard? - video - ABCnews
Determining the Age of a Tire
Until last year (2010), this info was on the INSIDE edge of the tire (you
have to crawl under the car, or take the tire off, to see this information).
Goodyear ASSURANCE TripleTred - Highest Rated Ice, Snow, Wet & Dry (all-weather) Tire - 2004/2011
NOTE: TripleTreds are NO substitute for real Winter tires nor
tires with chains, but if you live in an area that occasionally
sees snow and ice (as I'm going to get tonight) - TripleTreds
give me a lot more grip (I've converted 4 vehicles to them),
and they are fantastic in rain (mine and other people's opinions).
But, If you drive in real snow storms, you need real Winter
tires and chains. I do chuckle at the time I drove right
up a steep, icy road (the back way into my residence), passing
a Lexus, just spinning it's wheels. See my note in the link above,
about REAL TripleTred tire treads - Goodyear makes a very similary
named tire that in no way has the same Goodyear Assurance
TripleTred tread. Of course AWD/4x4 is preferrred for snow/ice.
Also, NEVER use Cruise control in RAIN, SNOW nor ICE, as the tires
may spin very fast, then find a grip, and rocket you at excessive speeds.
Everything you need to know about tires
Sidewall Markings, Understanding
Tire Rack - Online Ordering
OnlineTires.com
TISC - Tire Industry Safety Council
Uniform Tire Quality Grade Labeling - TireRack
UTQG ratings
COLD WEATHER & TIRE PRESSURE
"For every 10 degrees Fahrenheit change in the outside temperature, the tires'
air pressure will change by about 1 pound per square inch (psi)
(unless you use Nitrogen in your tires). - Cool Weather and Tire Pressure
Your LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT MAY COME ON IN THE WINTER
(as your tires may not be holding enough pressure (see above link).
I anticipated this, and sure enough, it happened to my Wife's
2008 Toyota Corolla).
SEE ALSO: Aluminum Tire Rims cause Loss of Tire Pressure
eCards - (electronic) CARDS - In-order-of popularity
eCard annd eMail SCAM Information
The Greeting Card Scam Version 1
The Greeting Card Scam Version 2
How to differentiate between legitimate ecard email and a fraudulent email?
Watch Out For E-Card Scams.html - Scambusters.org
Greeting card scams
Email - Protection / Scanning
ECards and Birthday Alarm - reminds you of birthdays
Free eCards,Free Greeting Cards,Birthday eCards,Love eCards ... - FREE
CARE2 - eCards - FREE - must answer a few questions
E-Cards - has SOME FREE CARDS
JibJab eCards
fun-greetings-jokes.com - Still FREE to use
FUNNY ECards - still FREE
AmericanGreetings.com - NOT FREE
BlueMountain E-Cards - NOT FREE
Evite.com - Create (FREE? - must join, but not seeing a $charge) Invitations
Free E-Cards Online - Free Ecards For All Occasions
Free-E-Cards - FREE - wants to DOWNLOAD - I'LL NOT USE IT
Hallmark free eCards - NOT FREE
123Greetings - McAfee SiteAdvisor - AVOID SITE - may contain adware
DO NOT KNOW IF THIS IS STILL TRUE - THEY HAVE A LOT OF NICE CARDS.
PERHAPS JUST AVOID DOWNLOADING ANY APPS?.
Symantec Says that Scam Emails Mimicking 123greetings.com are wide spread.
They have beautiful cards, but NOW they are selling email addresses, so even if
you only send out ONE card, you'll be inundated with ecards from total strangers!
NOT COOL!!!! �Used to be good, now it's CRAP! - SELLS YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS�
All 4 Love - Requires an installation - I'LL PASS
Very Pretty NOT Free Cards - Jacquie Lawson
More complex - more animation - $12/year for unlimited cards.
They also have some complex, almost puzzle types - $4
Christian eCards
Chinese/Japanese Computing
NJSTARChinese / Japanese Software
DEER, Hitting with Your Vehicle
According to WRAL (?), if you realize that you will hit
a deer with your vehicle (happens 1.6 million times a year in the US):
[1] Brake as hard as you reasonably can
[2] Just before your vehicle will hit the deer, LET UP ON THE BRAKES!
It is hoped that the deer will then go under your vehicle, rather
than over the hood and through you and your windshield.
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS & SUPPLIES
I like to be prepared, but some of this is way beyond my needs.
** DISASTER PREPAREDNESS LIST - highly recommended **
WEATHER - web sites often not up-to-date during a crisis - do NOT depend on them for accuracy
See also: HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS
NC Govenor Easly's Hurricane Disaster Supply Kit Recommendations
ASPCA: Disaster Preparedness for PETS
Survival Guide and Tips
How to Prepare for an Emergency
Storm Central - Progress-Energy
Preparedness Links
Recreational Vehicle Vacation Checklist
Are you prepared?
Preparedness - An everyday task for everyday life - Red Cross
be prepared for thunderstorms
Emergency preparedness: FPRI Terrorism SitRep Memorandum - PDF
Disaster Preparedness - SBA - Small Business Administration
CARBON MONOXIDE - Detecting & Poisoning
FIRE DETECTORS
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
FLASHLIGHTS - Emergency
FLU
Generators, Natural Gas
RADIOS - Emergency
SMOKE DETECTORS
WIND-UP Emgergency Flashlights & Radios
I know nothing about these companies - Caveat Emptor:
C Crane Company Inc
Preparedness Center
RVupgrades.com
Quake Kare (all types of emergency gear)
EQUIPPED TO SURVIVE - Disaster Preparedness
Earthquakes can strike at any time; we�re completely at the Earth�s mercy on this one.
As such, any time is a great time to get educated and prepare for if an earthquake should strike!
Red Cross Disaster Safety Checklist
Home Safety Checklist
Disaster Preparedness for People With Disabilities
How to Prepare Your Home for an Earthquake
Emergency Planning - Protect Your Pet
Earthquakes, Insurance, & Loss Prevention
Great Shakeout Earthquake Drills
COURTESY of: Jasmine Dyoco - www.educatorlabs.org
SAVE MONEY - DISCOUNT, SO THEY SAY
From AUTO PARTS to ELECTRONICS to GROCERIES to VITAMINS
I neither recommend, nor, not recommend these stores
COMPARE PRICES - do NOT assume these are the best prices
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU - Check Out a Business or Charity
CRAIG's LIST - RALEIGH, NC
NOTE - recently, Craigslist stated that over 80%
of all Cashier's Checks and Money Orders used
on Craiglist are BOGUS (fake) - your bank will
hold you finacially responsible.
Triangle Trader
COST HELPER - Readers post WHAT THEY PAID for IT
FYI - I actually used it for TOOTH IMPLANT prices (so not just for "building information")
AUTO PARTS - Discount
Advance Auto Parts - includes Capitol Blvd, Raleigh
AutoZone - includes Capitol Blvd, Raleigh - free battery test/replace
Batteries Plus (batteries only)- Includes Atlantic Ave., Raleigh - free test/replace
Pep Boys Auto Parts
BOOKS, DISCOUNT - So they say
Half.com - eBay just bought them, so who knows what will happen
Amazon
Building Supplies - Discount
(building suppply) Surplus Warehouse - 3900 Capital Blvd # 152, Raleigh, NC
Habitat for Humanity - ReStore
PLUS THE USUAL PLACES - Click here for Tools and related items
BUNDLES (Internet, TV & IP Phone) - Discount
BundleMyServices - Bundle Your Internet, Phone & TV to Save
CAMERA DISCOUNTS - just personal opinions
Peace (Street) Camera - Raleigh & other places - 836 - 2222 M-F 9-6 SAT 10-4
PriceRunner
Databazaar - charges NO shipping
B and H Photo - Video - Pro Audio - Computers
Adorama
CalumetPhoto - Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Photography Equipment
USA LOCATIONS:
http://www.calumetphoto.com/locations#anchor1
United States 1.800.CALUMET M-F 8 to 6 CT
Sat. 9 to 5:30 CT
Oak Brook, IL
1600 W. 16th Street
Oak Brook, IL 60523
630.860.7458
M-F 9 to 7 Saturday 10 to 6 Sunday 12 to 5
Boston, MA
65 Bent Street
Cambridge, MA 02141 617.576.2600 M-W,F 8:30 to 5:30, Th 8:30 to 7:00
Sat. 9 to 5:30
Chicago, IL
1111 N. Cherry Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642
312.440.4920
M-F 8:30 to 5:30 Sat. 9 to 5:30
Los Angeles, CA
1135 N. Highland Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038
323.466.1238
M-F 9 to 6 Saturday 9 to 5:30
New York, NY
22 W. 22nd Street
New York, NY 10010 212.989.8500 M-F 8:30 to 5:30
Sat. 9 to 5:30
Santa Ana, CA
1430 S. Village Way
Santa Ana, CA 92705 714.285.0143 M-F 9 to 6
Sat. 9 to 5:30
San Diego, CA
830 W. Valley Parkway
Suite 330
Escondido, CA 92025 760.737.6002 M-F 9:30 to 6:00
Sat. 9 to 5:30
San Francisco, CA
2001 Bryant Street
San Francisco, CA 94110 415.643.9275 M-F 8 to 6
Sat. 9 to 5:30
Philadelphia, PA
1400 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19147 215.399.2155 M-F 8:30 to 5:30
Sat. 9 to 5:30
Abes of Maine - Watch Shipping Price
Willoughbys - Digital Frames, Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Lenses
47st Photo
A&M Photo World
Beach Camera
Broadway Camera
Focus Camera Inc
Video Guys
Wholesale Connection
Fry's Electronics Outpost (Web) - (high?)
Canoga Camera - CHECK SHIPPING COST
Samy's Camera - PRO gear - LA, CA - NOT DISCOUNT
CD / DVD - BLANK MEDIA - Discount?
Cascade Media - Professional audio, digital recording equipment and blank media
American-Digital - Blank media, hardware and accessories
Note: lately (10/2007), some brick-and-motar store prices for name brand
media has been lower than Internet prices for no-name media.
CELL PHONE STUFF - DISCOUNTS
Cell Phone Shop dot Net - Tom says: good, cheap & fast
Let's Talk - Find the Perfect Cell Phone
CELL PHONE HELP / PRODUCTS
I have had a lot of help and bought one phone from, and am very happy with:
Kevin Mclennon
WIRELESS CONNECT WORKS
6320 Capitol Blvd
Suite 135
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 874-7404
Kevin (WIRELESS CONNECT WORKS) can handle most NON-contract cellular plans,
including: T-Mobile, NET10, H2O, Ultra Mobile, PagePlus (runs on versizon),
Simple Mobile, GoSmart,,,.
WIRELESS CONNECT WORKS - Kevin Mclennon
CLOSEOUTS
eCost
OLLIE's OUTLET - "Good Stuff Cheap"
"One of America's largest retailers of closeout
merchandise & excess inventory"
RALEIGH (former Babies R US) 3501 Capital Blvd (919) 790-7900
CARY - 651 Cary Town Blvd (919) 469-0197
DURHAM - 3823 Guess Road (919) 477-2122
just noticed them - I know nothing about the place(s)
Overstock
Woot - online store and community that focuses on selling cool stuff cheap
SmartBargains
Big Lots
COMPARISON (PRICE) SHOPPING
CHECK THE MERCHANT's RATING - IS SHIPPING INCLUDED? ANY TAX?
COST HELPER - Readers post WHAT THEY PAID for IT
mySimon
NexTag
PriceScan
Price Watch
PriceRunner
Yahoo Shopping
Shopzilla (was BizRate)
Dealio
PriceGrabber
NexTag
MSN
Techbargains
Shopping
Shopping YAHOO dot com
ShopZilla
Smarter
Become - prices, review, etc
COUPONS - Discounts
I know nothing about these sites.
Coupon codes, promo codes and discounts at over 150,000 stores - Komando.com
COUPONS.COM requires their software (download) to print them
BeFrugal.com
Coupondivas.com
BLACKFRIDAY dot COM
RetailMeNot - Find and share instant discounts
Savings dot Com
Kind Coupons.org donates 50% of all profits to charity
GOOGLE: Retail-company-name + coupon example: "hhgregg coupon"
NOTE: HHGREGG is out of business.
Tech Bargains
FatWallet - Sometimes has some coupons
Free Shipping ORG
Free Shipping COM
Amazing-Bargins
Deal Taker - Coupons & Deals
Ebates
Got | Apex?
Slickdeals Net
Coupon Suzy
moneywisemoms.com
COUPONS (Reader's Digest - INCLUDES FOOD COUPONS):
Shortcuts - you can tie eCoupons to your Grocery store's discount card (MVP, Kroger,...)
The Coupon Clippers
My Grocery Deals
Coupon Mom
Coupon Sherpa
Dazzling Deals
Deal Catcher
My Grocery Deals
Webby Planet
Wow Coupons
COUPONS & PROMOTIONAL CODES for online shopping
Many online sites have a place for you to input a COUPON CODE.
If you don't know the code, you can not get the discount.
LOOK UP THE DISCOUNT CODES FOR A SELECTED STORE
Key Code
Current Codes
naughtycodes.com -
rather-be-shopping.com/
Retail Me Not . com
Shopping Codes
DRUGSTORES - Discount - CHECK Prices/Shipping
www.marleydrug.com in Winston-Salem - Usually great prices (so I hear)
Drugstore dot com
See also DISCOUNT VITAMINS / HERBS
ELECTRONICS (check the weekly bargains)
Best Buy - 540/Capitol: 876 1003
Big Lots - for cheap cables
BJ's Wholesale Club - Briar Creek, Raleigh - (919) 806-5000
Bose Showcase Store - The Streets at South Point, Durham, NC 27713, Tel: 919-806-5115
TIGER DIRECT - online ONLY
Connect-It Inc - Raleigh
NOW MOVED TO: 4805 GREEN ROAD, Raleigh 919-872-8491
We carry a large variety of electronic components, datacom products, telecommunication
products, structured cabling products, and computer parts. We also provide custom cable
and component fabrication.and equipment.
CONN's HomePlus - Raleigh new in late 2016
2900 E Millbrook Rd in Capital Crossing
Raleigh, NC 27604
919-876-2701
Store Hours
Mon-Fri Sat Sun
10:00am-9:30pm 9:00am-9:30pm 10:00am-8:00pm
LOCATED in old LOWES Supermarket store, next to Staples,
across from Lowes at Capital/Greenwood, Raleigh in Capital Crossing shopping
Costco - Raleigh - Six Forks & Falls of Neuse & Durham - Broad & Leon St
If the price ends in "97 cents", item has been marked down BELOW THEIR COST - Clark Howard
FRYS.COM
Garner TV & Appliances, Inc. - 875 Hwy 70 West - (919) 772 - 3757
AND near Old Wake Forest and Gresham Lake ???
NOTE: HHGREGG is out of business.
Intrex Computers - Repairs & Parts - lots of RTP locations
4009 Wake Forest Rd., Raleigh NC 27609 (has other sites).
(919) 872-4427
In the ALDI discount supermarket shopping center.
RADIO SHACK is OUT OF BUSINESS
Stay-on-Line - 1-888-346-4688 - RTP
CHECK THE ONLINE "STORES" - Click HERE
SOMETIMES THESE OFFICE SUPPLY GUYS HAVE COMPUTER ACCESSORY BARGAINS:
Office Depot
Staples
Office Max
ELECTRONICS ON THE INTERNET - personal choices, but I didn't pick them
tartancable - great cables... cheap prices - says a good, knowlegable, friend
Bizrate - USE them to Check satisfaction rating of other companies
I use a lot of esoteric computer appliances and devices. CyberGuys just sent me a
catalog containing interesting things I've never seen elsewhere. While I have not
compared prices, their prices some very reasonable. CyberGuys - home of hard-to-find
technology.
(800) 892 - 1010 - Cordova, California, 95742
Monoprice - CHEAP - got a Certified HDMI DVI Cable 28AWG - 15ft (Gold Plated) $9.68
bestcableforless.com - good prices - NO one I know has bought from them
CableWholeSale - mentioned by PC World
Mouser Electronics
StarTech - mentioned by PC World - had some great gear from them
ZipZoomFly
Mwave
FatWallet - Sometimes has some coupons
Focus Camera Inc
Cascade Media - Professional audio, digital recording equipment and blank media
American-Digital - Blank media, hardware and accessories
Abe's of Main
Addonics - computer storage, etc - Internet>/b>
BUYDIG
BEACH CAMERA
Amazon
MarkerTek - America's Broadcast Supply House
NewEgg
PriceWatch
Tech Bargains
Dell
J&R Music / Computer World
Black Box - excellent, not usually cheap [an opinion]
CHECK Actual STORES ("Brick and Mortar") - Click HERE
EYEGLASSES - Information
WHAT SUNGLASSES SHOULD DO/a>
BLUE LIGHT (HEV - 400 to 500 nm) May help Cause Macular Degeneration
UV400 = UVA, UVB plus UVC = 100-400 nm
UVA = 320-400 nm
UVB = 280-320 nm
UVC = 100-280 nm
Glossary of Sunglass (And EyeGlasses) Terms - BluBlocker
Computer Glasses
One goal of Computer Glasses should be to reduce/eliminate Blue Light
getting to your eye's macula. A second goal should be to reduce Glare.
I strongly suggest that you include Polarization in your computer glasses.
Stop Frying Your Eyes - Gunnar
Zip (Melanin Lens Computer Glasses)
Melanin - Wikipedia
Optical Absorption of Melanin
Computer Glasses - AllAboutVision.com
"the lenses of your computer glasses should include anti-reflective coating."
Computer Glasses - Dry and Fatigued - FramesDirect
Glare (Vision)
Glare (Vision) - Wikipedia
Glare - sdhawan.com
What is an Anti-Glare Computer Screen?
Measuring your eyeglasses FRAME
How To Read Your Eyeglass Prescription
How to measure glasses frame, Frame Measurement Guide
Sizing
What's My Eyeglass Frame Size?
Polycarbonate Lenses - High index, light weight, impact resistant
What are the thinnest lenses? 1.59 polycarbonate or 1.67 index
Polycarbonate Lenses
PROGRESSIVE LENSES
Progressive bifocal lens do NOT have a visible line on them
Progressive Lenses Replace Bifocals for ENHANCED Vision
Note that Progressives come with different widths of correctedness
(some types extend the progressive changes in lens magnifcation
ALL the way to the outer edges of the glasses - THIS IS THE ONLY TYPE TO GET!
(my opinion) Other, (stupid) vendors sell you a narrow gradudated field of vision
- this will CAUSE BLURRY views in your peripheral vision - I threw mine
right out the window on the drive back from the Optometrist.
EYE GLASSES - DISCOUNT via the Mail
Zenni Optical was recommended by Clark Howard in 2007
I have NOT tried most of these companies - I can Not personallly recommend them
We have tried and recommend Zenni
Clark's eyeglasses from Zenni Optical - Nov 09, 2007
Excerpts From Clark's Shows: Discount Eyewear
Zenni Optical - NOTE - also a lot of COMPLAINTS about this company
My wife liked her progressive bifocal glasses from Zenni - 1/2010.
ZENNI SAYS (8/28/2010)With Every Order You Receive:
High quality stylish frame Thin and Light 1.57 index lens
Anti-scratch coating Full UV protection
Lens edge polishing and beveling Quality Hard Eyeglass case
Microfiber Lens Cleaning Cloth Our Guarantee
Glassesunlimited.com - Sprang up as a competitor to Zenni Optiical
You can upload your picture to glassesunlimited.com and see what
the glasses (size and style) will look like when you wear them.
EyeBuyDirect.com - Sprang up as a competitor to Zenni Optiical
One of Clark's Listeners suggested:
globaleyeglasses.com
FRUGAL - ADVICE ON
Frugally Blonde (Blog) - Living the Good Life on Less
GROCERY STORES - DISCOUNT & DISCOUNTS
GROCERIES - What's on Sale at Which Store?
ALDI (CHEAPer groceries) - 4241 Louisburg Road, Raleigh (off Capital & 64) *****
Also on FALLS of NEUSE just south of New Hope Church Rd (closer to the 440)
accepts CASH, food stamps/EBT cards, and PIN-based debit cards ONLY
25 cents (refundable) to get a shopping cart
Must buy shopping bags or Bring your own boxes (WE BUY BOXES OF CANNED GOODS. so get boxes).
As an ALDI shopper, you bag your own purchases (put the boxes in your cart)
ALDI Locations - Raleigh / Cary / RTP area
Shortcuts - you can tie eCoupons to your Store's discount card (MVP, Kroger,...)
My Grocery Deals
See also: COUPONS
IBM EMPLOYEES ONLY - Discounts
IBM EMPLOYEES Discount Site
JEWELRY - Discount or Unusual
Taxco Sterling - Raleigh-Durham International Airport - UNUSUAL - I doubt it's discount
Movie Theaters - DISCOUNT
Carmike Blue Ridge 14 DISCOUNT Cinema - $ 2.00 per person
Raleigh, NC 27606-6307
(919) 645-1111
SALES - What Products are on Sale by Month
THINK ABOUT THIS - OBVIOUSLY OFF-SEASON WOULD BE CHEAPEST.
For example, Who needs a DEhumidifier on Winter? or a Humidifier on Summer?
GROCERIES - What's on Sale at Which Grocery Store?
CONSUMER REPORTS THOUGHTS ON WHEN ITEMS ARE ON SALE:
Airline Tickets are often cheapest on Wednesdays
CDs & DVDs come out on Tuesdays and are usually Cheaper then - Try Target.com
Jewelery MOST expensive around Valentine's day
SOME ITEMS TYPICALLY ON SALE IN THIS MONTH - Check Consumer Reorts for more.
Information from Consumer Reports (the best resource for this topic) was
supplemented by extensive Internet Searches and Clark Howard.
The Best Times to Buy Anything in 2011 - Lifehacker
JANUARY:
Bedding
CDs & DVDs
Christmas items
Cookware
Furniture
Houses / Condos
Linens
Swimwear
Toys
Treadmills
Weddings are Cheaper
White Sales
Winter Clothing
FEBRUARY:
Electronics - small personal
Houses and condos (school is in session, sounds like the worst time)
Humidifiers - seems early for sales on these
Indoor Furniture
Treadmills
MARCH:
Computers
Humidifiers
TVs
Winter ANYTHING
APRIL:
Digital cameras
Spring clothing
MAY:
Athletic apparel and shoes
Cordless phones
Electronics - small, personal
JUNE:
Computers
Indoor furniture
Electronics - small, personal
Summer things (seems weird they'd be on sale)
JULY:
Computers
Furniture
Swimwear
AUGUST:
EVERYTHING SUMMER & OUTDOOR RELATED
Air conditioners
Camping equipment
Computers
Dehumidifiers
Lawn mowers
Outdoor furniture
SEPTEMBER:
Bikes
Computers
Electronics - small, personal
Gas grills
Shrubs, trees, perennials
OCTOBER:
Bikes
Digital cameras
Gas grills
Winter Coats
NOVEMBER:
Baby products
Biles
Computers
Gas Grills
Toys
DECEMBER:
Bikes
Computers
Gas grills
Electronics - small, personal
Toys
TVs
OTHER Discounters
AT HOME Decor - may or may not be "discount"
AT HOME - the Home Decor Superstore
4700 Green Road- Corner of Capital & Millbrook Raleigh
Raleigh, NC 27604 (in Capital Crossing - the old Target store)
(919) 334-4260
AT HOME by Departments
Explore By Departments
Home D�cor
Furniture
Kitchen & Dining
Bed & Bath
Storage & Organization
Patio & Garden
Home & More
Seasonal
Store Hours 11/13/2016
Monday: 9:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am - 11:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am - 10:00pm
We're closed on Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Black Friday (11/25) we will be open: 8:00am - 11:00pm
At Home
Bed Bath & Beyond
Big Lots - Closeout retailer
BJ's Wholesale Club - Brier Creek & 70
BJ's One Day Pass - also at Customer Service desk
Costco - Raleigh - Six Forks & Falls of Neuse
If the price ends in "97 cents", item has been marked down their BELOW COST - Clark Howard
Kmart
Marshall's
Pier 1 Imports
ROSS Dress for Less - 8191 Brier Creek Parkway
Rugged Warehouse - Store Locations
SAM's Club
If the price ends in "one cent", it IS already marked down - Clark Howard
Target
T.J. MAXX
Walmart
PRESCRIPTIONS - save on
COSTCO
PRINTING SUPPLIES & More
Quill Corp - rumored to be afilliated with Staples
SENIOR DISCOUNTS
IF YOU SHOP OR EAT AT ANY OF THESE PLACES, YOU
MIGHT AS WELL ASK FOR THE DISCOUNT.
You have to ask for the discount from them.
They are not automatically given.
Restaurants with Senior Discounts:
(some of these have some really great discounts!)
Applebee's: 15% off with Golden Apple Card (60+)
Arby's: 10% off (55+)
Ben & Jerry's: 10% off (60+)
Bennigan's: discount varies by location
Bob's Big Boy: discount varies by location (60+)
Boston Market: 10% off (65+)
Burger King: 10% off (60+)
Captain D's Seafood: discount varies on location (62+)
Chick-Fil-A: 10% off or free small drink or coffee (55+)
Chili's: 10% off (55+)
CiCi's Pizza: 10% off (60+)
Culver's: 10% off (60+)
Denny's: 10% off, 20% off for AARP members (55+)
Dunkin' Donuts: 10% off or free coffee (55+)
Einstein's Bagels: 10% off baker’s dozen of bagels (60+)
Fuddrucker's: 10% off any senior platter (55+)
Gatti's Pizza: 10% off (60+)
Golden Corral: 10% off (60+)
Hardee's: $0.33 beverages everyday (65+)
IHOP: 10% off (55+)
Jack in the Box: up to 20% off (55+)
KFC: free small drink with any meal (55+)
Krispy Kreme: 10% off (50+)
Long John Silver's: various discounts at participating locations (55+)
McDonald's: discounts on coffee everyday (55+)
Mrs. Fields: 10% off at participating locations (60+)
Shoney's: 10% off
Sonic: 10% off or free beverage (60+)
Steak 'n Shake: 10% off every Monday & Tuesday (50+)
Subway: 10% off (60+)
Sweet Tomatoes 10% off (62+)
Taco Bell: 5% off; free beverages for seniors (65+)
TCBY: 10% off (55+)
Tea Room Cafe: 10% off (50+)
Village Inn: 10% off (60+)
Waffle House: 10% off every Monday (60+)
Wendy's: 10% off (55+)
White Castle: 10% off (62+)
Retail and Apparelwith Senior Discounts:
Banana Republic: 10% off (50+)
Bealls: 20% off first Tuesday of each month (50+)
Belk's: 15% off first Tuesday of every month (55+)
Big Lots: 10% off
Bon-Ton Department Stores: 15% off on senior discount days (55+)
C.J. Banks: 10% off every Wednesday (60+)
Clarks: 10% off (62+)
Dress Barn: 10% off (55+)
Goodwill: 10% off one day a week (date varies by location)
Hallmark: 10% off one day a week (date varies by location)
Kmart: 20% off (50+)
Kohl's: 15% off (60+)
Modell's Sporting Goods: 10% off
Rite Aid: 10% off on Tuesdays & 10% off prescriptions
Ross Stores: 10% off every Tuesday (55+)
The Salvation Army Thrift Stores: up to 50% off (55+)
Stein Mart: 20% off red dot/clearance items first Monday of every month (55+)
Grocery with Senior Discounts:
Albertson's: 10% off first Wednesday of each month (55+)
American Discount Stores: 10% off every Monday (50+)
Compare Foods Supermarket: 10% off every Wednesday (60+)
DeCicco Family Markets: 5% off every Wednesday (60+)
Food Lion: 6% off every Monday (60+)
Fry's Supermarket: free Fry's VIP Club Membership & 10% off every Monday (55+)
Great Valu Food Store: 5% off every Tuesday (60+)
Gristedes Supermarket: 10% off every Tuesday (60+)
Harris Teeter: 5% off every Tuesday (60+)
Hy-Vee: 5% off one day a week (date varies by location)
Kroger: 5% off (date varies by location)
Morton Williams Supermarket: 5% off every Tuesday (60+)
The Plant Shed: 10% off every Tuesday (50+)
Publix: 5% off every Wednesday (55+)
Rogers Marketplace: 5% off every Thursday (60+)
Uncle Guiseppe's Marketplace: 5% off (62+)
Travel with Senior Discounts:
Alaska Airlines: 10% off (65+)
Alamo: up to 25% off for AARP members
American Airlines: various discounts for 65 and up (call before booking for discount)
Amtrak: 15% off (62+)
Avis: up to 25% off for AARP members
Best Western: 10% off (55+)
Budget Rental Cars: 10% off; up to 20% off for AARP members (50+)
Cambria Suites: 20%-30% off (60+)
Clarion: 20%-30% off (60+)
Comfort Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)
Comfort Suites: 20%-30% off (60+)
Continental Airlines: no initiation fee for Continental Presidents Club & special fares for select destinations
Dollar Rent-A-Car: 10% off (50+)
Econo Lodge: 20%-30% off (60+)
Enterprise Rent-A-Car: 5% off for AARP members
Greyhound: 5% off (62+)
Hampton Inns & Suites: 10% off when booked 72 hours in advance
Hertz: up t0 25% off for AARP members
Holiday Inn: 10%-30% off depending on location (62+)
Hyatt Hotels: 25%-50% off (62+)
InterContinental Hotels Group: various discounts at all hotels (65+)
Mainstay Suites: 10% off with Mature Traveler’s Discount (50+); 20%-30% off (60+)
Marriott Hotels: 15% off (62+)
Motel 6: 10% off (60+)
Myrtle Beach Resort: 10% off (55+)
National Rent-A-Car: up to 30% off for AARP members
Quality Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)
Rodeway Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)
Sleep Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)
Southwest Airlines: various discounts for ages 65 and up (call before booking for discount)
Trailways Transportation System: various discounts for ages 50 and up
United Airlines: various discounts for ages 65 and up (call before booking for discount)
U.S. Airways: various discounts for ages 65 and up (call before booking for discount)
Activities & Entertainment with Senior Discounts:
AMC Theaters: up to 30% off (55+)
Bally Total Fitness: up to $100 off memberships (62+)
Busch Gardens Tampa: $3 off one-day tickets (50+)
Carmike Cinemas: 35% off (65+)
Cinemark/Century Theaters: up to 35% off
U.S. National Parks: $10 lifetime pass; 50% off additional services including camping (62+)
Regal Cinemas: 30% off
Ripley's Believe it or Not: @ off one-day ticket (55+)
SeaWorld Orlando: $3 off one-day tickets (50+)
Cell Phone Discounts with Senior Discounts:
AT&T: Special Senior Nation 200 Plan $29.99/month (65+)
Jitterbug: $10/month cell phone service (50+)
Verizon Wireless: Verizon Nationwide 65 Plus Plan $29.99/month (65+)
*Check out our Secret Cell Phone Discounts to view all cell phone discounts available to you!
Miscellaneous with Senior Discounts:
Great Clips: $3 off hair cuts (60+)
Super Cuts: $2 off haircuts (60+)
Since many senior discounts are not advertised to the public, our advice
to men and women over 55 is to ALWAYS ask a sales associate if that store
provides a senior discount. That way, you can be sure to get the most bang
for your buck.
SHOES & BOOTS - Discount
Aldo Soes (and Boots)
Sheikh Shoes - My wife got some whose SIZE seemed WRONG
UNUSUAL STUFF (not discounted ?)
Brookstone
Discovery Stores
Sharper Image
Tool Crib dot com
VENDOR OUTLETS
Dell Outlet
HP factory Outlet
Amazon Outlet
Apple Store
VITAMINS - DISCOUNT
My friend Daine recomends: "iHerb"
You can save lots of money by shopping here! And, no, I'm not getting
a cent to recommend them!
Sample: I pay $50 to buy something in the store (Wild Oats); at iherb
it's about $32 - now that's some savings! Plus my order arrives in two
days with regular shipping - true for Southern California orders, because
iherb is located in Southern California.
Give it a try. I rarely recommend things, but this website is something
else. The man in charge of herbs and vitamins at Wild Oats told me about
it. I've been using it since February 2006 and am totally satisfied."
- Diane
DEPARTMENT STORES (I'd not call them discount)
Department Stores in the Triangle, NC Shopping on Citysearch
BELK
Bloomingdale's
DILLARD's
JC PENNEY
KOHLs
MACY's
Mervyns
NORDSTROM
SEARS
HARD-TO-FIND (not discounted)
Cash's APPLIANCE PARTS - 5512 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh
(between Atlantic and Spring Forest)
THEY GIVE GREAT ADVICE AND INSTRUCTIONS
- M-F: 8 - 5:00 SAT: 8 - 1 | (919) 790 - 1331
OTHER PHONE: (919) 790-1390
NO LONGER OPEN ON SATURDAYS
THEIR WEB SITE NO LONGER EXISTS - THEY DO STILL STILL EXIST, 8/2/2016
Cash's - NOT THE REAL SITE
Cash's Appliance Parts - FACEBOOK
http://www.appliancepro.com/appliance-dealer/12847/raleigh-nc-cashs-appliance-parts-inc.html
http://www.appliancepartspros.com/?gclid=CPSWkIX98MsCFRMlgQod3fAAwA
Todd's Appliance Repair?
www.refrigeratorrepairshops.com/ (919)791-6235?
Always Open, Labor $75, 9a - 9p.? Raleigh NC 40 Mile Radius, Same Day
GrayBar Electronics
Long Life Lighting of Raleigh - can order any bulb
- 8810 Westgate Park Drive, Ste 100, Raleigh (near Westgate PO)
- M - F 8 AM - 5 PM 833 - 1292
Odd Light Bulbs - information
McMaster - 435,000 items for projects
Maryland Metrics - METRIC hardware source
METRIC Conversions
Santa Fe Wind - (INDIAN (American) art, leather, furniture, pottery,...)
568 Village Ct. - Garner, NC 27529 - 772 - 8838
Sharper Image
STATE ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY (SHEPHERD Electric Supply Company, Inc.)
STATE ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY FORMERLY SHEPHERD ELECTRIC SUPPLY GROUP
I get lots of stuff here.
3925 Tarheel Dr., Raleigh NC 27609 (919) 821-5320
WILDER's Nuts & Bolts, off Hodges, in Raleigh, NC
2406 Alwin Court
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 833-2761
EGG SHELLS - Why does the shell stick to a Boiled Egg?
COOK YOUR EGGS FOR 30 MINUTES, NOT 15 - The shells won't stick..
Add a pinch of salt - if the egg cracks, this prevents it from flowing all over the place.
Try a couple of teaspoons of vinegar in the water you boil the eggs in.
Someone said: add vegetable oil to the cooking water (not my response).
Why does the eggshell stick to the hard boiled egg sometime and other times slips right off?
Boiling Eggs and Why are some hard boiled eggs hard to peel?- seems to contradict ADD VINEGAR?
How do you keep a hard boiled egg's shell from sticking - WikiAnswers
Thread: why,just some, hard boiled egg shells stick.
Why are hard boiled eggs sometimes hard to peel? FunAdvice.com
Why does the shell always stick to my eggs when I hard boil them?
Removing Shells From Hard Boiled Eggs
"I agree with the person who said add vegetable oil to the cooking water."
"Try a couple of teaspoons of vinegar in the water you boil the eggs in."
"When you are ready to use put the hard boiled egg in a glass of hot tap water for a few minutes."
FAST FOOD/FOOD INFORMATION
How Foods Work
FAXES
If you need a FAX service and don't want to have
your own, or use a local service (Mailboxes Etc [Now UPS?],...),
you can get your faxes via the Internet.
While there competitors, my brother was happy with eFAX, and says:
I suggest that you sign up for eFax (eFax). I used to
use it when I was in business on the internet. They
have competitors, too.
They give you your own fax phone number to receive
faxes, and email you when one comes in. Then they
forward the fax(es) to you as email.
You can also send faxes via email via eFax.
You might also check out:
FaxZero
FreeFax
FINANCIAL
Business/Financial News
Social Security
FLU - Seasonal, Swine & H1N1
CDC 2009 H1N1 Flu
2009 H1N1 Flu ("Swine Flu") and You
Influenza A virus subtype H1N1 - Wikipedia
2009 flu pandemic - Wikipedia
SEASONAL FLU:
flu dot gov
N95 Particulate Masks
N100 Particulate Masks
FRAUD/Consumer Problems
FRAUD Page
Dave's Bugs/Recalls/Scams,... Page
Gardening,... - LINKS
AHS Encyclopedia of Gardening
American Bamboo Society
Before & After Pictures
Garden Encyclopedia
Garden Living, Premier Garden Show and Magazine
Gardening.com
Hirt's Greenhouse & Flowers : Bulbs for Fall Planting
Hirt's Greenhouse & Flowers : Bulbs for Spring Planting
Lowe's Knows-How to Care for Plants and Shrubs
Master Document Index
Purdue University Garden Publications
Super Fast Growing Trees
Gardening Pests/Problems
Garden Pests, Master Index
Ortho Online
GOVERNMENT (see also NC)
Government Officials (locate them)
Social Security Online
GOVERNMENT OWE YOU MONEY? - UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
MISSING MONEY Most widely used site in America
NAUPA - Foremost Authority on UNCLAIMED PROPERTY - unclaimed.org
Unclaimed Property Main Page - CALIFORNIA
Search CALIFORNIA'a UNclaimed property Database
MIXED OPINIONS about the company: LEGAL CLAIMANT SERVICES:
Personally, in a short search, I have found nothing at BBB about
LEGAL CLAIMANT SERVICES itself. There is an entry for the parent
company, believed to be Venio LLC doing business as Keane
(Venio LLC purchased The Keane Organization, formerly headquartered
in PA, on 12/14/2010. MY snail mail letters and brochures arrived
on 4/25/2014 and said it was from Legal Claimant Services, a division
of Keane. Draw your own conclusions - I'm still making up my
(personal) minds.
LEGAL CLAIMANT SERVICES - an article by the NY Times
fraud? - Legitimate unclaimed property that doesn't appear in... - money.stackexchange.com
BBB Completes Keane Unclaimed Property Review with A+ - KEANE.com
Venio LLC doing business as Keane - BBB.org
Legit unclaimed property that doesn't appear in state sites?
GPS - Global Positioning System - Reviews, Features & Opinions
It is my (and other's) belief that Garmin makes the best
GPS unit for automobiles, and it is a Garmin NUVI series.
GPS NEWS / MAGAZINES
Significance if any Letters appended to a GARMIN NUVI model number
LM = Lifetime Maps
LMT = Lifetime Maps + Lifetime Traffic information (where available)
LT = Lifetime Traffic information
T = Traffic Message Channel
W = Wide Screen
SOME GARMIN FEATURES
ON THE ROAD FEATURES
Bluetooth
CityXplorer
Connected Services
Custom avoidances and Advanced detours - The former allows you to specify individual
streets or sections thereof (see image below) and complete areas to avoid.
Advanced detours gives you some new options when you tap the Detour icon,
including the ability to exclude specific roads from routes on the fly - gpstracklog
ecoRoute - Helps you calculate a more fuel-efficient route
Enhanced Pedestrian Navigation = Park your car and n�vi will guide you as you walk around town.
Exit Services - it displays points of interest (POIs) for the next 10 exits or so, when
travelling on limited access highways. - Garmin gets Exit Services
Garmin Voice Studio - USE YOUR OWN VOICES
Junction View = Realistically displays 3-D road signs and junctions on your route
while clearly marking the correct lane to use.
Lane Assist - Provides arrows that indicate the proper exit lane for complicated
highway interchanges.
Lifetime Traffic - The lifetime traffic feature is ad-supported, which is a big turn
off for a lot of people. But the ads are very low-key, and will primarily
display when you are stopped or viewing traffic details - Lifetime Traffic - gpstracklog
MSN direct for online traffic, weather and gas pricing. MSN Direct is ceasing
operations on Jan 2012 and only two current production Garmin units have
a comparable feature using a different service provider - called NuLink.
myTrends = Predictive routing that uses your �Favorites� list to figure out your
destinations without your input.
nuLink Services
nuMaps Lifetime
POI - Every n�vi comes preloaded with nearly 6 million Points Of Interest
trafficTrends = Learns historical traffic flow, average street speeds per hour,
and suggests the best routes to take.
Voice-activated navigation = Name your n�vi and it will respond to its name and
your spoken directions. No remote required.
There are a confusing number of Garmin GPS (and other vendors') model numbers.
I BELIEVE THAT THIS IS TRUE (3/2011):
13xx - fairly new
23xx - fairly new - 2300 series DOES support ecoRoute HD on it's Bluetooth capable units
24xx - 5" screen, well-done voice, blue-tooth, custom avoidances, advanced detours - 2460LT - Gpstacklog
3xxx - The 3000 series has Voice activated commands - you tell it what you want.
37xx - supposedly top-of-the-line, for now - more about style
I see that Garmin now offers lifetime access to new maps for Garmin Nuvis.
$120 from GARMIN: nuMaps Lifetime OR $100 from Costco.
How To Replace The Internal Battery on A Garmin Nuvi GPS
Garmin Nuvi 660 Battery Replacement Kit with Installation Video, Tools, and Extended Life Battery. # 361-00019-02
Garmin Nuvi 750 Battery Replacement Kit with Installation Video, Tools, and Extended Life Battery. # 010-00583-00
1250mAh Li-ion Replacement Battery for Garmin Nuvi 750, Nuvi 755, Nuvi 755T
Garmin Nuvi 760 Battery Replacement Kit with Installation Video, Tools, and Extended Life Battery. #361-00019-11
HOW TO REPLACE PERMANENT GARMIN BATTERIES
This will void your warantee. This may destroy your GPS.
You replace the Garmin battery at YOUR own risk.
Well, I tried the replacement battery kit for the Nuvi 660 (kit is very
good), BUT the MORONS AT GARMIN HAD TIGHTENED ONE OF THE INTERNAL SCREWS
SO MUCH THAT THERE WAS NO WAY TO REMOVE IT - IT STRIPPED. I was able to
drill the screw out, but this is also dangerous, as you may break something,
or bits of metal, if not completely removed, may short something out.
GPS Features that we desire (and Have)
Garmin Nuvi GPS Units (Nuvi 855 & 885T) with Voice Command & REPLACEABLE Battery
Garmin Nuvi 755T - My latest (11/2009) recommended GPS
GPS thoughts by Myself and People whom I know
How To Reset Garmin Nuvi GPS Device (Access Maintenance Mode)
GPS - wikipedia
gps information.net
GPS - msnbc
GPS World
GPS Tutorial - Trimble
GPS World
GPS - Make Your own maps [I KNOW NOTHING ABOUT THEM]
GPS VIRUSES
BLUETOOTH VULNERABILITIES
GPS MANUFACTURERS:
DVS Korea - Makers of Plenio GPS Navigation Devices
Plenio Pro 3000 Updates
Garmin
Garmin Updates & Downloads
Lowrance Electronics - GPS division
Magellan GPS
Navman
TomTom, portable GPS car navigation systems
GPS SCREEN PROTECTORS
There are a lot of companies that provide screen protectors
(plastic sheets that fit over the displat screen, to protect it from scratches).
Clarivue Screen protectors - I have used & recommend this brand
HARDWARES STORES (not specifically Discounted)
Burke Brothers Hardware Inc - ANCIENT - has stuff others don't
5227 Hillsborough St, Raleigh NC 27606 - (919) 851 - 1211
Briggs Hardware in Raleigh, NC - 2533 Atlantic Avenue 27604 - (919) 832-2025
ACE
BUILD .com - Internet ONLY?
CAPITOL CITY LUMBER
Grainger
HARBOR FREIGHT - 3302 Capital Blvd, Raleigh (919) 876-202 - Discount
HOME DEPOT
LOWES
NORTHERN TOOL & EQUIPMENT - 4927 New Bern Ave, East Raleigh, NC 27610 Phone: 919-861-6690
SEARS - LOTS of unusual Hand Tools and hardware gadgets
HOUSE INFO
House and Tax Information Web Page
Just Listed - "all" houses in the US
CONTRACTORS / HANDYMEN / MAINTENANCE - check them out first
House & Tax Information
Humor
Classic Computer Humor
DILBERT
Dumb Crinal Acts
HURRICANE PREPARDNESS
Disaster Supply Kit - NOAA
WEATHER - web sites often not up-to-date during a crisis
- do NOT depend on them for accuracy.
See also: DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
Hurricane Preparedness
National Hurricane Center (US)
Hurricane Awareness - Red Cross
Hurricane Preparedness - Whitehouse
Hurricane preparedness - Wikipedia
VAEmergency.com"> Threats & Emergencies - Hurricanes
Hurricanes & National Emergency Preparedness
SCDHEC: Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricane Preparedness: Worries About Drinking Water & Medical Care
CDC Hurricanes
Hurricane Preparedness Kit - Mass.
Hurricane Preparedness - disastercenter
Before the Hurricane Season During the Storm - weather.gov - PDF
Are You Ready? - .gov - FEMA
Hurricane Preparedness by MedicineNet.com
Lowes Hot-To - Hurricane, Severe Weather & Natural Disaster Readiness
Ready.gov - Prepare. Plan. Stay Informed.
ASPCA: Disaster Preparedness for PETS
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS FOR YOUR PET
CARBON MONOXIDE - Detecting & Poisoning
FIRE DETECTORS
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
FLASHLIGHTS - Emergency
FLU WIKI
Generators, Natural Gas
RADIOS - Emergency
SMOKE DETECTORS
WIND-UP Emgergency Flashlights & Radios
I know nothing about these companies - Caveat Emptor:
C Crane Company Inc
Hurricane preparedness
Hurricane Kits
Earthquakes can strike at any time; we�re completely at the Earth�s mercy on this one.
As such, any time is a great time to get educated and prepare for if an earthquake should strike!
Red Cross Disaster Safety Checklist
Home Safety Checklist
Disaster Preparedness for People With Disabilities
How to Prepare Your Home for an Earthquake
Emergency Planning - Protect Your Pet
Earthquakes, Insurance, & Loss Prevention
Great Shakeout Earthquake Drills
COURTESY of: Jasmine Dyoco - www.educatorlabs.org
INSURANCE
Insurance Points (NC)
Disability - Clark Howard
Health - Clark Howard
Homeowners - Clark Howard
Life - Clark Howard
Long Term Care (LTC) - Clark Howard
more... - Clark Howard
INVESTING
(I know nothing about these guys)
CBS Marketwatch
news.com Investor
KID Science
Exploration
Smithsonian Natural History Web
Leather, Bonded Leather, Pleather, Vinyl
Leather Upholstery - A Terms Glossary
What Is Bonded Leather?
Bonded Leather Vs. Genuine Leather Furniture - eHow.com
WikiAnswers - Wearability of bonded leather vs genuine leather
What Kind of Leather Is the Best for Sofas? - Top-Grain Leather is most durable
What Should I Consider when Buying Leather Furniture?
What is Distressed Leather?
What is so Special about Italian Leather?
What is Unique about Vintage Leather?
What is Leather Stamping?
What is Faux Suede?
Artificial leather - Wikipedia
What is Faux Leather?
What is Pleather?
What is Vinyl?
Leather vs Vinyl - How do I make out the difference?
How Can I Repair Leather Furniture?
How do I Choose the Best Leather Cleaner?
LIGHT BULBS
ESL bulbs produce about 40 lumens per watt, compared to 7-24 for incandescent,
12-36 for Halogen, 44-80 for CFL, and 30-60 for LED.
ESLs - Electron Stimulated Luminescence - bulbs are the
wave of the near (end of 2011 ?) future.
CFL - Compact Fluorescent
ESL - Electron Stimulated Luminescence
Halogen
Incandescent (normal light bulbs)
LUMENS per Incandescent Bulb
incandescent bulbs are the regular bulb type, used in the last 100 years.
DIFFERENT BRANDS OF BULBS PRODUCE DIFFERENT AMOUNTS OF LIGHT:
I would NEVER buy a "60 watt" bulb that outputs less than 800 Lumens.
A Typical 200 watt incandescent bulb produces about 3890 Lumens
A Typical 150 watt incandescent bulb produces about 2780 Lumens
A Typical 100 watt incandescent bulb produces about 1275 Lumens
A Typical 75 watt incandescent bulb produces about 1110 Lumens
A Typical 60 watt incandescent bulb produces about 800 Lumens
A Typical 40 watt incandescent bulb produces about 490 Lumens
A Typical 25 watt incandescent bulb produces about 210 Lumens
A Typical 15 watt incandescent bulb produces about 10 Lumens
A Typical 7 watt incandescant night light bulb - C7 ~ 30 Lumens CLEAR
A Typical 7 watt incandescant night light bulb - C7 ~ 20 Lumens WHITE (not clear)
A Typical 4 watt incandescant night light bulb - C7 ~ 17 Lumens CLEAR
A Typical LED night light bulb - C7 ~ 4 Lumens White LED
HAS GONE UP - I CAN NOT FIND A LUMEN RATING ON NEW ONES
I, PERSONALLY, CONSIDER THIS (4 Lumens) TOO DIM TO BE USEFUL
Night light and energy saver light test results - Updated 11/16/2009
"Beware that many low power white LEDs, even good ones, fade
significantly within 10,000 operating hours at "normal power"
LEDs, Lumens and Brightness - "How many lumens are they?"
"LED ratings of 25,000 mcd become conceptually difficult to understand
when we're accustomed to light being expressed in terms of lumens.
Published lumens represent the sum of all the light emitted by the
bulb in all directions."
ESL bulbs produce 40 lumens per watt, compared to 7-24 for incandescent,
12-36 for halogen, 44-80 for CFL, and 30-60 for LED (10/2009).
Lighting Reference Guide - Understanding the Theory
- Color Temperature of Common Light Sources.
Color temperature
Incandescent light bulb - wikipedia
POWER - Incandencent Watts, Lumens & Efficiency
Incandescent light bulb - wikipedia
Screw thread / bulb base
"Green" Light Bulb Buying Guide
Bulb TEMPERATURES (the color you perceive)
2700K-2800K is THE same bulb color that you have used ALL your Life
The higher the number, the whiter and then bluer, the color.
The lower the number, the more yellow-gold
Soft White = (2700K) Deco CFL <<< YOU HAVE ALWAYS USED THIS COLOR (Incandescent) bulb)
Warm White = (2700K) - same as Soft White
GE Reveal = (2500-2850K) - I hate these
Bright White = (3500K) or 3000K-4100K - I don't like them
Daylight = (5000K) or 5000K-6500K - I hate them
How to Choose the Right LED Lighting Product Color Temperature - seesmartled
I had my info before finding this site.
Light Color - Home Depot
Incandescent Light Bulbs - Wikipedia
Compact fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs)
Compact Fluorescent Bulbs are similar to fluorescent bulbs, but come
in smaller sizes so that they can (often) be used to replace standard
light bulbs. The ballast for a CFL is built into the bulb (as opposed
to non compact fluorescent bulbs). Typically, a CFL creates the same
amount of light as an incandescent bulb, using about one-fourth as much
energy. Most CFLs these days are using electronic ballasts, rather
than magentic. CFLs will dim slightly with age.
Neon lights up in the visible spectrum when ionized.
Fluorescent lights ionize mercury vapor which gives off ultraviolet
light (outside the visible spectrum) this in turn energizes phosphor
which coats the inside the tube and causes it to fluoresce thus the
name fluorescent Light. Click here for more information about Fluoescent Bulbs
H.I.D. (High Intensity Discharge) is an Arc Lamp. It's called
an Arc Lamp because it shoots an electrical arc between two electrodes
and the light given off is created by that electrical arc.
OPINIONS STATED ARE MY OPINIONS. I AM NOT AN ELECTRICIAN, NOR AN
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER. I try to provide what seem to be facts. Please
alert me to any errors.
Fluorescent Bulbs contain a small amount of dangerous Mercury.
Please check with your city on how to dispose of old CFL bulbs.
You can also check: Where/How to recycle your old CFLs (fluorescent Bulbs).
What to do with broken CFLs - SNOPES
I just noticed (10/1/2008) that Home Depot now recycles compact CFLs (but not
tube-type fluorescent lights). Presumably, Lowes might also be recycling CFLs?
CFLs have a projected life of between 8,000 and 10,000 hours. A CFL
will typically pay for itself in about 500 hours.
Most CFLs, these days. use electronic ballasts, rather than the older magnetic
ballasts. Magnetic ballasts have a hard time starting at temperatures
below 20 degrees farenheit. Electronic ballasts can usually start
at temperatures around a negative 20 degrees Fahrenheit - CHECK THE
PACKAGE LABEL for any details. However, magentic ballasts will work
with more photocell detectors, motion detectors, etc., so be careful
when using CFLs with these types of "switches" (the bulbs will burn
out much faster).
A Relative says CFLs are too blue - she is buying the wrong ones,
and probably a long time ago. Mine are the same apparent color as
incandescent bulbs, and can now be bought in the following hues:
1] SOFT WHITE (my favorite)
2] BRIGHT WHITE and
3] DAYLIGHT.
For more information about Bulb colors, warmth & Brightness, click HERE
I get most of my CFLS at Home Depot (their latest brand is N:Vision)
and some unusal candelabra base types at Lowes. Every time I buy a
new CFL, I see that they have, again, gotten physically smaller, so
that they will fit into more locations. They also keep getting faster,
so that you don't see any delay between when you turn it on, and when
you see its light. You can also get "covered" CFLs - they look more
like a standard incandescent bulb.
We use covered CFLS in most of our lamps (you can even clip a lampshade
to them), and in places that uses the long skinny "pole lamp" bulbs.
Some CFLs are supposed to be dimmable - I have not tried dimmable CFLs.
We even use CFLs in our ceiling fan lights. I also have outdoor CFL
Floodlights - they put out the same amount of light as 90 to 150 watt
incandescent flood lights, and consume UNDER 15 watts.
Here are some of the CFL types that we use. You may not like them.
Prices and stores given ONLY to give you some idea of the cost,
and could be incorrect. READ THE PACKAGE - Some wattages listed
indicate comparable incandescent light output (i.e., "60 watts"),
while others list the actual number of watts consumed by the CFL.
If in doubt about the amount of light produced by the CFL, check
the number of Lumens (amount of light) produced.
FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS COLOR/BRIGHTNESS
The higher the color rendering index (CRI) of the bulb, the more
true the colors will appear. I've also seen CRI stated as:
cri/irc: 60 (for a CRI of 60.
A "cool" white bulb commonly has a color temperature of 4,100K.
This is in the low range of blue color, similar to ice.
A "warm" fluorescent bulb often has a color temperature of 3,000K.
It imparts a more orange / red light on objects.
If you decorate with reds, browns, and oranges, you want to illuminate
these rooms with bulbs that have a color temperature in the
2,750 - 3,000K range.
if you happen to like green carpets, or blue colors, light these rooms
with bulbs that produce color temperatures of 4,000K or above.
They use a color rendering index (CRI). It is simply a scale of 0 to 100.
The closer a bulb is to 100, the better job it does at rendering
true colors.
If you want 'neutral' looking CFLs you have to find some 4100k. The only
decent looking CFLs above 4100k are enhanced CRI bulbs that are a specialty item.
- GE sunshine 5000K CFL
5000k / high CRI is pretty nice to work under, but you aren't going to find them for cheap.
Reveal Kitchen & Bath COLOR = 2600 K (a little too pink for me) = 1125 Lumens = CRI 60
Light Bulb Color Temperature
Color rendering light sources
Kruithof curve - Wikipedia
The Kruithof curve relates the illuminance and colour temperature of
visually-pleasing light sources - Wikipedia
The Color of White: Is there a "preferred" color temperature for the exhibition of works of art?
Daylight: Is it in the eye of the beholder? by Kevin P. McGuire
Developing Standards In Lighting
Click here for the typical number of LUMENS of incandescent
("regular") light bulbs.
HERE are some of the more special types of CFL that we use:
Feit Electric 2-Pack 7 Watt CFL Chandelier Bulb (Candelabra base w/standard adapter) - $9.98/for Two - LOWES
"75 watt" CFL Flood Light (uses 23 watts) - $ 8.48 - Lowes
Yellow, covered, CFL (Bug light) - uses 14 watts - $ 7.98 - Lowes
25 Watt Compact Fluorescent Light Bulb - for 3-way lamps - Lowes
Bright Effects #276505 60 watt Candelabra Base - smaller than a normal 15 watt
bulb. We are using these in a ceiling fan as 40 watts was not enough - Lowes.
Some (all?) magnetic ballasts should be able to run on digital
timers, so they say - CHECK THE PACKAGE. I, PERSONALLY,WOULD NOT RUN ANY
FLUORESCENT BULB ON A DIGITAL TIMER that does not use a physically
solid electrical contact to supply voltage to the bulb -
Click here for information about Timers safe for CFLs.
Most Timers, Dimmers and Photocells allow a small amount of electricity
to flow through the bulb (anything plugged into them) at all times -
this causes the CFL to attempt to start without having a sufficent
starting voltage, causing damage to the CFL. Most CFLs can NOT be
safely used with timers, dimmers, photocells or completely enclosed
housings.
My electrician confirmed my suspician that lighted
wall switches also leak voltage and could possibly shorten the life
of fluorescent bulbs. We detected a current/voltage leak on my three-
way lighted wals switches, and replaced them.
Timers that DO work with CFLs
Dimmable CFLs - wikipedia
Many new CFLs are rated to start at zero degrees Farenheit (older ones
at 32 degrees F.). If they do start at these low temperatures, they
probably will not output their full, normal amount of light.
You should not use a CFL outside unless it states that it can be
used in outside situations. Most CFLs rated for outdoor use have
an additional glass/plastic cover over the bulb, to protect it
from the environment. I have used regular CFLs in porch lamps
the have glass covers to keep rain from striking the bulb.
CFLs are usually easier on the eyes, when reading, than incandescent
(normal) bulbs.
CFLs do tend to get gradually darker as they age, so they will put
produce less light as they age.
While CFLs continue to get smaller in size, they can still be larger
than an incandescent bulb, so check to see that the desired CFL will
fit in the your bulb housing, especially if the housing has a cover.
What's the difference between a compact fluorescent light bulb and a fluorescent bulb?
On the way to energy efficiency: Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs - very slightly dated
Can I use a compact fluorescent light bulb with a dimmer switch?
Can I use a compact fluorescent light bulb in an enclosed light fixture?
Can I use a compact fluorescent light bulb with an electronic timer or photocell (AKA electric eye)?
What do I do with a CFL when it burns out? What is the proper disposal of a CFL bulb?
What should I do if a CFL breaks?
Do light bulbs (such as compact fluorescent bulbs) give off hazardous amounts of ultraviolet (UV) light?
Aube Solar Timer Switch, 40-500w - White - Claims Timer can be used with
Floursecent, but no details - INVESTIGATE.
See also Replacing Bulbs with LEDs
Incandescent light bulb - wikipedia
"Green" Light Bulb Buying Guide
ESLs - Electron Stimulated Luminescence
ESL bulbs are the wave of the near (mid 2010 ?) future.
ESLs produce about the same light for the same wattage as CFLs.
I believe that ESL use less heat than CFLs for the same wattage.
ESLs do NOT contain mercury.
ESLs are fully DIMMABLE.
Instant ON.
ESL bulbs produce 40 lumens per watt, compared to 7-24 for incandescent,
12-36 for halogen, 44-80 for CFL, and 30-60 for LED.
ESL (Electron Stimulated Luminescence): Move Over CFLs and LEDs ...
Vu1 Corporation sees bright future for ESL light bulbs - short vide
ESLs by VU
HALOGEN BULBS
I have very little use for Halogen Bulbs as replacements for incandescent
light bulbs. I use CFL bulbs instead (except, perhaps when I need a dimmable
bulb). Many fires have been started by high-wattage halogen bulbs.
Halogen bulbs produce a brighter, hotter light than do incandescent
bulbs. Halogen bulbs are about 20% more energy efficient than are
incandescent bulbs. see also: HEADLIGHTS
I have fluorescent tube lights (30 watts) under some of my cabinets.
I have noticed that items placed on the bottom shelf of these
cabinets get very warm (in my opinion) - too warm for me to want
to ever use these fluorescent lights when I am not in the house,
for fear of a possible fire (my opinion). Halogen bulbs are even
hotter. I, personally, would NEVER use a Halogen bulb under a cabinet.
Since fluorescent bulbs consume about 25% of the energy of an incandescent
bulb for the same amount of light, and halogen bulbs consume about 80%
of the energy of an incandescent bulb, why would I want to use a more
expensive-to-use halogen bulb rather than a CFL?
Halogen life spans seem to be 2000 to 2500 hours and they cost about
Four ($4) dollars for a 75 watt halogen bulb.
Incandescent bulbs typically have a lifespan of between 750 and 1250
hours, and cost about Fifty Cents for a 75 watt incandescent bulb.
CFLs have a projected life of between 8,000 and 10,000 hours. A CFL
will typically pay for itself in about 500 hours.
CFLs can NOT be successfully used with most electronic timers or
photosensors, as these devices leak small amounts of current, causing
the CFL to continually try to start when the voltage is too low -
this quickly burns out the bulb. Timers that DO work with CFLs.
You should be able to use Halogen bulbs with electronic timers,
photo-sensors and motion detectors - just remember that these
bulbs are hotter than incandescent bulbs.
LED - Light Emitting Diode
Most DIMMERS can KILL most LED bulbs.
CHECK THE AMOUNT OF LIGHT OUTPUT FROM AN LED, BEFORE YOU BUY IT.
There are still a lot of TOO CHEAP LEDs being sold.
Typical LUMENS per regular incandescent bulbs>
I am now (2015) using CREE LEDs exclusively (if they have the size/lumans.
They are made her ein North Carlina, and have been rate the best by
several big name companies, The are sold by HOME DEPOT.
I was in Lowes the other day (4/2/2010) - they have about 25 new types
of LED Bulbs (not as bright as their CFL nor Incandescent counterparts)
ACTUALLY, modern LEDs, such as CREE's are just fine.
More information about LEDs
How fast can LEDs replace fluorescent light?
I expect ESLs to replace LEDs for household use, even
before LEDs make sense for household use.
CREE Lighting
LEDs almost never wear-out (typicaly last 100,000 hours).
They usually consume the less power and run cooler than other "bulbs"
(except, possibly, for ESLs.
retrofit LED bulbs out later this year that can pay their replacement costs in one year
We are using two different types of under cabinet LED light fixtures
(obtained from Lowes, but not listed on their website 1/2008). My
favorite is:
Portfolio Item #240230 (50505/05) LED Puck Accent Lighting - a 4" round LED fixture
with a push on, push off switch and 20 Bright white LEDs. We are using
these to light our Lowboy cabinet with stained glass doors, and in my
closets and other small areas. I will also put some under kitchen
cabinets and many closets. Portfolio
Another useful LED fixture is the Portfilio #50509/05 and #50510/05 LED
Strip Light Accent Light. This comes in both a 16.5 inch long (14 LEDs) and
a 24 inch long (20 LEDs) LED bar. These LED light bars cane be joined together.
I did not find the LEDs in these units to be as bright as the Puck LED light
(see above). Of course, there are fewer LEDs in these units than in the LED
Puck, but I still think that the LEDs in these are not as bright as in the
Puck light. I can find a lot of useful places to put these. We bought ours
from Lowes, but these are not on the Lowes web site.
For non-wired (battery operated) LED solution for closets and other small spaces,
I like the LUMEN Wireless LED Puck Lights. They have high, low and off settings.
These are NOT the tap-on lights, but you do tap them switch the light output
level. The have FIVE BRIGHT white LEDs and run off of Three AAA batteries.
I like the battery life. They can also be swiveled and pivoted. They are
Model LPL623CPB, item # 103517. I got these at Costco. There are lots of
other brands, which may be just a s good, but I really like these
LEDs to Replace Normal Bulbs
I have no experience with these.
LEDs to replace standard flashlight bulbs
LEDs to replace standard household bulbs
LED bulbs: a bright idea? - MSNBC Review of Crane's LEDs
Light-emitting diode - wikipedia
More LEDs to Replace Normal Bulbs
Odd Light Bulbs - information
Long Life Lighting of Raleigh - can order any bulb
- 8810 Westgate Park Dr. - 833 - 1292
See also Compact fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs)
MONOPOLIES - who owns what Appliance Company
Ologopoly Watch
APPLIANCES - WHIRLPOOL:
Whirlpool owns Maytag
Whirlpool makes Kenmore appliances (last I knew)
ELECTROLUX:
Electrolux owns Frigidaire and Tappan
Electrolux owns White Westinghouse, Eureka and Kelvinator
TOOLS - WHO MAKES WHAT TOOLS
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MOVIES
Movies COMING SOON
3D Movies
Blu-ray Release Dates - Blu-ray.com
Amazon.com: Real 3D Blu-Ray Movies - Must Haves
LOCAL MOVIE LISTINGS - RALEIGH / RTP, NC
MOVIES SHOWING IN RALEIGH - movieclock.com
(Wachovia) IMAX Theatre at Exploris - Raleigh
201 E. Hargett Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Carmike Blue Ridge 14 DISCOUNT Cinema - $ 2.00 per person
CARMIKE BLUE RIDGE (Discount), CARMIKE 15 & PARK PLACE 16 THEATER SHOWTIMES
Carmike 14 BLUE RIDGE Movies Theaters
600 Blue Ridge Road (near Western Blvd & K-Mart) - MAP
Raleigh, NC 27606-6307
(919) 645-1111
CARMIKE 15 (scroll to it)
Carmike 15
5501 ATLANTIC SPR RD
Raleigh, NC 27616
MovieTimes
LEAVES OUT A LOT OF THEM - movie theaters in raleigh nc - Google
Find movie theaters in The Triangle/Raleigh-Durham Area, NC on the ...
Movie Theaters in Raleigh, NC 27615
Movie Theaters in Raleigh, NC - Yahoo
RALEIGHWOOD CINEMA GRILL
DISCOUNT Movie Theaters (RTP area)
Movies in Theaters - movies.com
Current Leading (Gross Sales) Movies
Movie Location and ZIP Code Search
Internet Movie Database - MOVIE INFO - IMDb
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MOVIES ON DVD & JUST RELEASED DVDs
Nitrogen in your car Tires
Newer tires are now filled with Nitrogen rather than air.
Tires filled with nitrogen are supposed to have GREEN valve stems.
Nitrogen expaneds and contracts less than ordinary air, and
allows tires to perform better and last longer.
I think they use it in airplane tires because there is no moisture and
therefore no freezing and lumps as with car tires when they get cold.
Remember, airplane tires may get to 65 below zero at 42,000 feet and
moisture freezing and thawing would really give that rubber some
extra punishment.
Nitrogen Tire Inflation - getnitrogen.org
The "mephitic air" advantage - WIP - nitrogen in tires, work in ...
Selling Nitrogen In Tires - Is It All A Lot Of Hot Air?
Nitrogen May Improve Gas Mileage, Using Inert Gas In Tires Keeps ...
The Coalition of the Swilling: Nitrogen in Your Tires
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Michaels - The Arts & Crafts Store
Panopolie - Fine Craft Ingredients - Raleigh, NC
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Poison Ivy, Sumac,...
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To Get a Real Person on the Line,
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Try first: 0
else try: 0#
else try: *0#
Techniques for getting a Human for 500 popular companies - gethuman
Else check here - Find-A-Human - IVR Phone System Shortcuts - QuickBase
Amazon, E-bay & Paypal Phone Numbers
Polarized Lens
Polarization (waves) - Wikipedia
Polarizing filters
Polarization - physicsclassroom
Light polarization - polarization.com
Myths and truths about polarized sunglasses and glare
Polarized Sunglasses: How They Reduce Glare
PRP - Petroleum Remediation Product
PRP was discovered by NASA by accident. It does an unbelievable
job of absorbing oil, which is then disposed of by naturally
occurring microbes. PRP floats. Commercial PRP products are
extremely good for cleaning oil off your driveway, or oil spills
similar to the Exxon Valdez. Products are available from:
Universal Remediation, Inc. (UniRemInc), of Pittsburgh
PRP: The Proven Solution for Cleaning Up Oil Spills
RADIO
Amateur Radio Info
Common Frequencies Often Monitored
NC Radio Stations
RECREATION
GORP - Great Outdoors Recreation Pages
GORP - Great Outdoors Recreation Pages - NC
REVIEWS - CAMERAs- Sites whose Reviews I like
And in this order:
I would google a phrase such as: "+review +kodak Touch +Digital +Slice +Camera"
in the Google search bar, or got to www.google.com and enter that phrase. (The "+" tell Google that the result Must contain that word).
C/NET
digitalcamerareview.com
dcresource.com
dpreview.com
photographyblog.com
adorama.com
imaging-resource.com
Amazon.com - for REVIEWS
SOCIAL SECURITY
SOCIAL SECURITY ONLINE
We recommend this booklet: Social Security Inside Out by Robert Bruce
SOCKETS (for lightbulbs)
SCREW BASE LIGHTBULB SOCKETS:
Candelabra - smaller than normal - used in many decorative fixtures
Candelabra to Medium base adapters exist.
Medium - Edison Socket = E26 - the NORMALLY used socket - most bulb sockets have and are of this size.
Mogul - 1 19?32 inch in diameter - not used much any more - used in old floor lamps for 3-way
100, 200 & 300 watt watt bulbs. Mogul to Normal Edison Socket (E-26) adapters exist.
MORE RARE:
Mini-can - 7/6 inch in diameter - some high-intensity lights
Minature - 3/8 inch in diameter - nightlights
Midget - still smaller
incandescent household light bulbs, sockets, sizes
How to select the correct socket for your lamp
Sockets - Replacement
Bulb Sockets, Automtive
See also LIGHTBULBS