Can anyone give me step-by-step instructions for how to replace the dryer vent pipe?
This thing has been a PITA since we moved in here. I have had several people have a go at it, but it never stays in place.
Today the whole thing fell - pulled away where it was inserted into the exit pipe to the external vent (the external vent piece looks solid and still usable). The piece that fits in there is pretty misshapen and looks like it needs to be replaced.
My question is this - how do I know how to describe to the Menards people what I need to buy? Should I replace the whole damn thing? The center section is now pretty dented in places, from having fallen and hit stuff on the way down.
And then are there any tricks to getting the thing in place to stay?
Right now, duct tape is the only force holding the pipes together, including where the pipe exits the dryer and where it enters the pipe to the outside vent.
Do I need to put some kind of sheet metal fasterners in there instead?
My contractor is laid up recovering from surgery.
The dryer repair person didn't seem to want to fix the pipe.
Would a heating person be the one to call if I can't do this myself, since they work with sheet metal?
I do want to try this myself first, unless it is going to require some kind of special expensive tool.
For now, I have plugged the hole to the outside and duct-taped over the inside-side of that pipe to keep any critters and cold from coming in.
Thanks, Kitch! It is metal. I will check out that link you posted.
I feel confident I can do this myself, but I think the people who have tried to fix it in the past have been just trying to make do with parts that are too out of shape to really work right, so they don't fit together right, and then they fall apart.
Subd. 7. Use of intoxicating liquor; prohibition; penalty. During the time an election is being held it is a misdemeanor to bring intoxicating liquor or 3.2 percent malt liquor into a polling place, to drink intoxicating liquor or 3.2 percent malt liquor in a polling place, or to be intoxicated in a polling place. The election judges shall not permit an obviously intoxicated individual to vote or remain in the polling place for any purpose.
they don't make it easy to vote do they :wink: :goofy:
I have a feeling a drunk would use the semi-private voting booth for something OTHER that voting. Heck, booths in some states even have a 'flush' lever when you're done!
I just left a message on my bosses cell about coming in a little later because both me and a co-worker are bowling on the same league tomorrow night but she gets off work and hour before me and can run and vote where as I end up short on time if there is a long line after work.
For the last Gubernatorial election, I went to City Hall after work at 6:30 pm sharp - absolutely no lines whatsoever. When I was done, there was a line formed of about six people. The judges said they had about 150 people waiting for them to open in the morning. Call me an optimist, but I think I'm still going to do an evening vote.
Being an election judge this year has me so psyched. Being in the middle of the voting process is going to be exciting and exhausting.
And tonight when we got the phone call to get out to vote - I could say I already did. First time I ever voted absentee because I'll be working at a precinct not my own.
IF we get done at 9 - bet we won't - it'll be a 15 hour day. I'm guessing somewhere closer to 18 hours before we're out of there. I hope I'm surprised.
From Friday Nov 21 to Sunday the 23 (mid afternoon)...
I am going out of town and the hubby is going deer hunting (not a place for a dog).
She is very easy going and old (13yrs), and weighs about 45 pounds.
We have a neighbor who would be willing to come over in the morning and evening to let her outside, but she is at that stage in her life I can't leave her alone for that long - she is too much of a people dog.
Someone can either stay here at my place or I can bring her to where ever....
Anyone interested? or know of anyone?
(in 15 years this is the first time my husband and I have had a conflict with schedules to find care for all the kids)
I did that for years here in SSP, Terry. It was a lot of fun for the general elections. Not so much for the primaries. It's a long day, but it's fun to be involved.
I quit doing it when I decided I was done making commitments.
Free Starbucks Coffee On Election Day After Illegal Ad
POSTED: 6:26 pm PST November 3, 2008
UPDATED: 5:34 am PST November 4, 2008
SEATTLE -- Seattle-based Starbucks is making fast changes -- after being accused of breaking the law with an offer to voters.
Prior to Monday afternoon, Starbucks was promoting an ad that said anyone who says enters a Starbucks on Election Day and says that they voted would get a free cup of tall coffee.
RAW VIDEO: Starbucks' Election Day Ad
Election officials for the state of Washington told KIRO 7 that rewarding voters with free coffee is illegal.
"No good deed goes unpunished," said Nick Handy, director of elections.
Handy said there is a federal statute that prohibits any reward for voting.
Starbucks' good deed can be perceived as paying someone to vote, and thatÂ’s illegal, Handy said.
"The way it is written, it expressly prohibits giving any kind of gift," Handy said.
Handy said the intent of the statute is aimed at special interest groups trying to influence who and how people vote.
To fix the situation, Starbucks had agreed to give a tall cup of coffee to anyone who asks on Election Day.
A statement from Tara Darrow of Starbucks says, "We've been excited by the number of positive responses received about our free coffee offer. To ensure we are in compliance with election law, we are extending our offer to all customers who request a tall brewed coffee. We're pleased to honor our commitment to communities on this important Election Day. We hope there is a record turnout on Tuesday and look forward to celebrating with our customers over a great cup of coffee."
my boss asked me how long I waited in line - I told her 20 minutes or so. Even though I showed up at work over an hour later with everyone waiting for me to hold a meeting. geeesh.
However, I had a relaxing morning - took my time with coffee and voting materials in hand (including those left on my car this morning). I had a nice time, giggling, smiling and drinking coffee from my green m&m mug while taking my time enjoying the atmosphere, looking around at everyone (about 50 poeple), reading every person running for every seat on the ballot and voting for every area. I have to say that I did vote for Brad for Judge 8 in the Court of Appeals - he made a pretty strong case. :wink:
proudly wearing my I Voted sticker and going for my Starbucks after work.
I am home. I am tired. But I had a great experience today registering voters...I think around 600 registered today at the precinct I was at. Several were first time voters and were so proud. It was fun to watch that process and be a part of it.
We had people lining up at 6. Polls opened at 7 with lines out of two entrances each winding down the street and around the block. By 8 the line was all inside the building and most had left. That was the last time thre were lines all day - but we were busy right up until closing.
History in the making and I will never regret having been a part of that, but ask me much later if I would do it all again. Long, long, day.
I've often thought they ought to have two shifts of election judges. Fifteen hours or so makes for a long day. I hung in there for the breakfast donuts and chicken from the Coop. :smile: Also, when I worked it we had four judges, maybe five, for a general election. Today there were ten judges. When I was there there were more judges than voters. Split them up I say. Good for you for volunteering, Terry.
I went and voted.. then went to be a pallbearer at my cousin's funeral.
Oddly enough, the church they had the service at was also a polling place, so the parking lot was packed.
All in all, it was a very solemn day for me though. I spent most of it with family, saw some people I hadn't seen in years, saw a lot of people I'd never seen before too.
As far as elections were concerned, I kept them out of my mind mostly, just didn't want to think about them today, more than to go vote. I couldn't even really do that in peace though, the election judges were discussing the candidates while handing out ballots. I didn't think they were allowed to do that, or in the very least, it wasn't what I wanted to hear in the voting area. Oh well, life goes on.
We had 12 judges at our precinct and one poll challenger. No breakfast donuts or anything else for that matter.
and not hardly a minute we weren't busy the rest of the day. The initial lines were crazy and the rest of the day the flow of people was steady and constant with only a few minutes here and there where we could take a deep breath.
Two of the judges were greeting judges that helped with directing voters to the correct tables and helping people find out if they were at the right polling place. That was a huge help.
About 1/3 of all the votere were those registering at the poll yesterday. There were two of us registering those voters. At the end of the day, there were only four people who we could not get registered because they didn't have what they needed to be registered.
KC - I'm so sorry about all your family is going through with the death of your cousin. So many questions, I'm sure, and not enough answers.
 I miss everyone!
Black Boots -
Black Sheer Tuxedo Top -
Black Lace Fingerless Gloves -
Long Black Hair Wig -
Black Eyeliner -
Black Lips -
Black Fingernails -
What was I - not sure, just figured it was halloween and this dark....
Walked into the party and my friends said "oh look it's Cher" :pbpt:
I guess that shows the age of my friends...
If I get any pics from my friend I will post...
This thing has been a PITA since we moved in here. I have had several people have a go at it, but it never stays in place.
Today the whole thing fell - pulled away where it was inserted into the exit pipe to the external vent (the external vent piece looks solid and still usable). The piece that fits in there is pretty misshapen and looks like it needs to be replaced.
My question is this - how do I know how to describe to the Menards people what I need to buy? Should I replace the whole damn thing? The center section is now pretty dented in places, from having fallen and hit stuff on the way down.
And then are there any tricks to getting the thing in place to stay?
Right now, duct tape is the only force holding the pipes together, including where the pipe exits the dryer and where it enters the pipe to the outside vent.
Do I need to put some kind of sheet metal fasterners in there instead?
My contractor is laid up recovering from surgery.
The dryer repair person didn't seem to want to fix the pipe.
Would a heating person be the one to call if I can't do this myself, since they work with sheet metal?
I do want to try this myself first, unless it is going to require some kind of special expensive tool.
For now, I have plugged the hole to the outside and duct-taped over the inside-side of that pipe to keep any critters and cold from coming in.
Thanks for any handy hints y'all can give me!
metal or white vinyl plastic??
its really not that hard to do...
I think this site helps...but seriously its an easy fix...
heck even I can do this...ha
I feel confident I can do this myself, but I think the people who have tried to fix it in the past have been just trying to make do with parts that are too out of shape to really work right, so they don't fit together right, and then they fall apart.
and try to make due with putting ducttape on lint covered stuff.
I know...you should see my bellybutton nothing ever sticks to it.
* Time: Employees are allowed to take time during the mornings of election days. The time must be used to vote.
    * Pay: The employer must allow employees the time off with pay and without penalty.
    * Penalty: Failure to comply with the Minnesota voting time off law subjects employers to fines of up to $700 or three months in prison.
doesn't say...
they don't make it easy to vote do they :wink: :goofy:
I just left a message on my bosses cell about coming in a little later because both me and a co-worker are bowling on the same league tomorrow night but she gets off work and hour before me and can run and vote where as I end up short on time if there is a long line after work.
VOTE!
Being an election judge this year has me so psyched. Being in the middle of the voting process is going to be exciting and exhausting.
And tonight when we got the phone call to get out to vote - I could say I already did. First time I ever voted absentee because I'll be working at a precinct not my own.
IF we get done at 9 - bet we won't - it'll be a 15 hour day. I'm guessing somewhere closer to 18 hours before we're out of there. I hope I'm surprised.
just need to tell them you voted.
From Friday Nov 21 to Sunday the 23 (mid afternoon)...
I am going out of town and the hubby is going deer hunting (not a place for a dog).
She is very easy going and old (13yrs), and weighs about 45 pounds.
We have a neighbor who would be willing to come over in the morning and evening to let her outside, but she is at that stage in her life I can't leave her alone for that long - she is too much of a people dog.
Someone can either stay here at my place or I can bring her to where ever....
Anyone interested? or know of anyone?
(in 15 years this is the first time my husband and I have had a conflict with schedules to find care for all the kids)
I quit doing it when I decided I was done making commitments.
the $1.55 size...
but its tasty and I earned it...
also....
go vote...even if you leave the ballot entirely blank!!!
Hope your day goes good for you Terry.
I hear that 11-3 is the best time to vote (no lines)
and I went at 7:40am
took me about 7 or 8 mins at starbucks...more people there.
I think I will wait until later next time.
Free Starbucks Coffee On Election Day After Illegal Ad
POSTED: 6:26 pm PST November 3, 2008
UPDATED: 5:34 am PST November 4, 2008
SEATTLE -- Seattle-based Starbucks is making fast changes -- after being accused of breaking the law with an offer to voters.
Prior to Monday afternoon, Starbucks was promoting an ad that said anyone who says enters a Starbucks on Election Day and says that they voted would get a free cup of tall coffee.
RAW VIDEO: Starbucks' Election Day Ad
Election officials for the state of Washington told KIRO 7 that rewarding voters with free coffee is illegal.
"No good deed goes unpunished," said Nick Handy, director of elections.
Handy said there is a federal statute that prohibits any reward for voting.
Starbucks' good deed can be perceived as paying someone to vote, and thatÂ’s illegal, Handy said.
"The way it is written, it expressly prohibits giving any kind of gift," Handy said.
Handy said the intent of the statute is aimed at special interest groups trying to influence who and how people vote.
To fix the situation, Starbucks had agreed to give a tall cup of coffee to anyone who asks on Election Day.
A statement from Tara Darrow of Starbucks says, "We've been excited by the number of positive responses received about our free coffee offer. To ensure we are in compliance with election law, we are extending our offer to all customers who request a tall brewed coffee. We're pleased to honor our commitment to communities on this important Election Day. We hope there is a record turnout on Tuesday and look forward to celebrating with our customers over a great cup of coffee."
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:frown: no joy
But did vote - in and out in less than 5 minutes at 8:15
I was in and out like alot of the women say about me lol!! :ooh:
However, I had a relaxing morning - took my time with coffee and voting materials in hand (including those left on my car this morning). I had a nice time, giggling, smiling and drinking coffee from my green m&m mug while taking my time enjoying the atmosphere, looking around at everyone (about 50 poeple), reading every person running for every seat on the ballot and voting for every area. I have to say that I did vote for Brad for Judge 8 in the Court of Appeals - he made a pretty strong case. :wink:
proudly wearing my I Voted sticker and going for my Starbucks after work.
Thank you for you vote. I promise to fulfill my duty to the best of my ability :smile:
coffee sounds good right now
Kitch, where is that poker game tomorrow night?
I'd like to go.
did any of you go last week? how was it?
heck for that matter wondering what she was like when you voted for class clown and girl with prettiest smile.
not to be confused with the clown with class
We had people lining up at 6. Polls opened at 7 with lines out of two entrances each winding down the street and around the block. By 8 the line was all inside the building and most had left. That was the last time thre were lines all day - but we were busy right up until closing.
History in the making and I will never regret having been a part of that, but ask me much later if I would do it all again. Long, long, day.
Oddly enough, the church they had the service at was also a polling place, so the parking lot was packed.
All in all, it was a very solemn day for me though. I spent most of it with family, saw some people I hadn't seen in years, saw a lot of people I'd never seen before too.
As far as elections were concerned, I kept them out of my mind mostly, just didn't want to think about them today, more than to go vote. I couldn't even really do that in peace though, the election judges were discussing the candidates while handing out ballots. I didn't think they were allowed to do that, or in the very least, it wasn't what I wanted to hear in the voting area. Oh well, life goes on.
and not hardly a minute we weren't busy the rest of the day. The initial lines were crazy and the rest of the day the flow of people was steady and constant with only a few minutes here and there where we could take a deep breath.
Two of the judges were greeting judges that helped with directing voters to the correct tables and helping people find out if they were at the right polling place. That was a huge help.
About 1/3 of all the votere were those registering at the poll yesterday. There were two of us registering those voters. At the end of the day, there were only four people who we could not get registered because they didn't have what they needed to be registered.
KC - I'm so sorry about all your family is going through with the death of your cousin. So many questions, I'm sure, and not enough answers.