Recent content by dalola

Yeah, I did a lot of ICF research, and I love the concept. Unfortunately, just don't have the budget for it. In a perfect world, that's probably what I would use as well.

Thanks, I'll look into it! I probably wasn't so clear in my wording, but I do plan to go vertical with the GPS on the foundation as well, so the slab is isolated, same on the walk-out.

Hey Rusty, yes, that is the current plan. GPS is just EPS with infused graphite (usually referred to as Neopor), increases the R value substantially. Thanks for responding! This new format is kinda wonky...

Bump. Traffic here sure isn't what it used to be! :(

Wow, been off line for a few weeks, looks a lot different around here! :unsure: Hopefully some of you knowledgeable folks with construction experience are still around... So, I've been planning a log cabin build for several years now, and I'm finally pretty well set with log supplier, builder...

Looking on Amazon, all the choices are rather overwhelming! Anyone with a positive experience worth sharing? Just looking for extra support for my lower back when working, to help avoid some of the pain that comes after a day of working/lifting/etc..

Doing some mower maintenance the other day, and the thought randomly popped into my head....does blade clocking make any difference in cut quality? Specifically to a three blade finish mower. I typically don't set them to any position, just randomly tighten them in place, where they happen to...

I'm several years away (5'ish?) from a retirement cabin project, been looking at various building methods. In a perfect world, I'd just do a small (~1K f2, one story w/ walk-out basement on a hillside) log cabin, but then I start thinking about maintenance, battling the critters, etc.. Not sure...

preparing for the inevitable here... the replacement of our 28 year old HVAC system. Looking for recommendations on good new systems. Current setup is a 1991 Ruud UGNG gas furnace w/central air, sized for a 1700 ft2 house. It's been very reliable up until the last few years, requiring some...

My summer project at the camp will be a small 8'x12' free standing deck. Looking for guidance on support structure. Right now, the plan is to use concrete deck blocks setting on grade. Is there something better/easier? How many should I use? Should I stay on 16" centers, or is 24" OK...

I think it would be handy to mount a 12V dry spreader on the FEL of my BX, mostly for yard fertilizing. I've looked into a few, thinking the ATV type would probably adapt the best to the FEL. The problem I'm finding it locating a reasonably priced spreader that has 12V gate control. Most of...

Looking for opinions/experiences with exterior siding, based on the following: In an effort to, A) reduce maintenance on tall ladders, and B) improve my homes looks & curb appeal; I'm considering a siding change on the upper gable half of the north side of my house. It's currently all cedar...

Agree with this 100%. Had a Kawasaki that had the same issue.....you'd swear it was a fuel problem, but no, it was coil packs also.

Anyone have any experience with these, opinions, comments, etc... I want to redo my current portable generator back-up system for my house. I'll be getting rid of a my 6 gang 15A transfer switch, so I can get more capacity. Thinking of going the interlock switch route vs. buying a bigger...

Agree with 3930dave, invest in a quality aluminum trailer first, as you will likely have that the rest of your life. Then, upgrade the truck & toys as budget allows. This is my R&R (from Michigan), 18' tandem, weighs 1400#'s empty. The Ridgeline is a decent tow vehicle when kept close to it's...