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My senior citizen brother-in law was given a 2007 Lawnboy Model # 10685 Insight lawn mower with a 6.5 HP Tecunseh engine. Model # LV195EA with sens-a-speed. Year 2007 Serial 270031236 The mower looks like it was used one time, it's immaculate.
I took the carb off and removed the bowl, everything looked brand new like gas never went through it. I then took my air hose and blew through the red plastic tube coming from the carb side that extends into the air filter assembly.
I was able to get the engine started by pouring a small amount of gas into the throttle body. By doing so it started right up and ran well so there is nothing else wrong with the mower other than the primer not functioning. I took the carb and gas tank to one of the local repair shops and hoped I could pick their brains but the guy was not too bright and I ended up buying a bowl o-ring and bowl nut washer, also bought a new manifold gasket. He told me there was a leak somewhere and that it wasn't holding air pressure.
Just wondering if there is some sort of diaphragm under the rubber bulb that could be the problem. I tried to remove the bulb assembly to inspect but looks impossible to remove the round metal retaining clip that holds it. I thing by prying in there I will put a hole in the rubber bulb. Is there a method of removing without damaging the bulb? I'd appreciate any suggestions as to why the primer is not functioning the way it should and what other tests I can perform. Here is a pic of the carb schematic, number 35 is the primer assembly. |
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It is not a good practice to ask a busy guy in the shop to give free advice....However, I suggest you buy the complete primer assembly, install it and she should work.....ET..... |
- Posted by itzbinnice Long Island NY (My Page) on Sun, Feb 22, 09 at 10:45
@mowrman31 Thank you for your response, however, I still need to know how to remove the primer bulb retainer ring. Also I would like to know if there may be other areas that might be the cause. The shop was not busy and it was not like I just went in there for advice. I brought two mower blades to be sharpened. I could understand his suggestion of changing the bowl o-ring gasket, that made sense in keeping the sytem pressurized. But changing the washer on the bowl nut made no sense because it was not leaking and a ripoff at 1.65 plus tax for such a small part. The bowl itself was clean as could be, he suggested I change it also, I saw no reason to, so I didn't. This morning I went out and attemted to start again, gas tank was full, manual states in cold weather below 50 degrees (in 30's), press the primer bulb 5 times holding it in after each press. Tried that didn't start, only after at least 15 pushes did it manage to start. Below is a pic of the identical carb setup, i found it on the net, not the best but gives you idea. |
Part #40 is contains the fuel orifices of which there are three - the large one across the bolt at the head, a smaller one down inside the hollow bolt and the trouble maker - a tiny one at the top of the threads that must be rodded with a soft steel wire out of a wire tie or the plain end of the appropriate wire drill size. Rod this orifice and the other small one. Blast out with carb cleaner. Use carb cleaner in your fuel for one tankful, then use Sta-Bil in your gas can every time you fill it. I also add one ounce of Marvel Mystery Oil to each gallon. |
- Posted by itzbinnice Long Island NY (My Page) on Sun, Feb 22, 09 at 17:16
@saxman1 I've alredy cleaned part #40 (bowl nut). As stated the carb was like new when disassembled. I would imagine if there was any clog in the orfices the engine would not run properly once started. This is not the case at all, the engine runs fine once it's started and continues to start on one pull when warmed. The issue is the inability of the primer component(s) not able to deliver fuel when cold. Went into the shed and pushed primer buttons on my Toro mower, also on my chainsaw, weed wacker, hedge trimmer, they all had resistance when pressing the bulb. |
- Posted by orangedotfever (My Page) on Sun, Feb 22, 09 at 20:10
My mother's mower has the same type of primer bulb on her Tecumseh. I have never had good luck with pushing it slowly. I always give it 5 or 6 hard quick punches with the tip of my finger. This has worked for 6 years now. Try it. |
'The issue is the inability of the primer component(s) not able to deliver fuel when cold' That was understood, but I thought maybe a clogged orifice could still affect priming, and most people do not even see that third orifice when they 'clean' the carb. Evidently such is not the case. It is a strange primer with no 'feel' or sound when you push it. I agree with hitting it hard and fast. If it's below 60 degrees F, I push it at least five times. Mine is a 10684 from 2004. |
- Posted by itzbinnice Long Island NY (My Page) on Mon, Feb 23, 09 at 7:17
Thanks for your replies. I've done a search on the issue and got a few ideas on how to correct. I've ordered all the parts from Jacks Small Engines and hopefully will receive them by next weekend. I have also learned the primer bulb rubber booth will need to be replaced since there is no way to salvage it to check the rest of the components. To remove you take a pair of pliers and twist the rubber booth out, then use a screwdriver and pry the retainer out. I will replace the primer assemble as illustrated in part # 35, I will also replace part # 36 main nozzle tube, and part 37 ( 2 o-rings for tube). Lastly I will replace part 30, inlet needle and seat. I did read that these primers on these particular carbs did not feel as if they were pressurized, but pushing the primer 15 to 18 times just to get an initial sputter appears to be a problem. I did not push 15 times to begin, I started at 5 as the manual states, then would continue with 2 push increments so I would not flood the engine. |
'so I would not flood the engine' Not going to happen on this engine - not with the primer bulb at least. It occurred to me that if the bulb has a pin hole/crack in it, it would still 'inflate' when you blow air into the red tube. It just wouldn't hold a vacuum, so it could not pull fuel in as it expands after being pushed. My best guess is simply a defective primer bulb. I guess we'll never know since you're going with the 'shotgun' approach and replacing everything. |
- Posted by itzbinnice Long Island NY (My Page) on Mon, Feb 23, 09 at 16:36
@saxman1 I like the shotgun approach description. I just can't see spending the time to constantly remove the carb. I like doing a job once, and doing it right, if it costs a few extra bucks so be it, my time is worth something. You're right, by changing so many components I'll never be certain of what the cause was. Who knows, even after all the new parts are installed it still might not work. I can absorb the 20.00 in parts if it means my 74 year old brother in-law will have no problems starting the mower. I just hope when I reach 74 I can even remember what a mower is, never mind use it to cut grass. |
'I just hope when I reach 74 I can even remember what a mower is, never mind use it to cut grass.' I hear that. |
- Posted by fisher40037 (My Page) on Tue, Feb 24, 09 at 2:00
Those style bulbs do not prime like the full figured ones do at their best. To prime with them, give strong "pushes", and hold the button in for a second or two each time, play with this method until you find out how many "pushes" works for your engine. If you still have no luck, gently pick out the retaining ring that holds the bulb in and remove it. Then roll up a tiny peice of sandpaper and sand out the area where the bottom of the bulb sits and clean it, then rub a dab of thick grease on the bottom of the bulb and reinstall, seating the bulb and ring with the correct size socket to tap the retaining ring down tight. Try this, Fish |
- Posted by itzbinnice Long Island NY (My Page) on Tue, Feb 24, 09 at 7:14
Fish, Thanks for the tips. The more I read, it sounds like these primer bulbs do not perform the same as others I have used. Quite frankly it's a poor design in my opinion. Never thought of the pick method to remove the retainer ring. I had already tapped the retainer ring down using a 3/4" deep socket but that didn't help. I did order the parts but now I have my doubts they will arrive in a timely manner, or at all. I read some pretty negative reviews on how jackssmallengines.com runs their business and treats their customers. Should have done my homework first or been ambitious and go to one of the local parts stores. |
- Posted by itzbinnice Long Island NY (My Page) on Thu, Feb 26, 09 at 19:11
Just wanted to post a follow up in the event others may reference this post for information. I was able to fix the primer bulb problem. My parts arrived and I replaced the following: Indeed this was probably overkill, but the bottom line is it works. After assembly I pushed the primer button and observed there was a bit more resistance, but still not the amount I am used to from other equipment employing primers. Just another tip I would like to mention, I read in other forums, on some engines, the outside bolt on the air cleaner housing should be screwed in for testing purposes since there is a hole that goes into the carb and you will not have pressure. This definitely did not apply to my engine; there is no hole in mine. The main nozzle tube and O-rings looked perfect when I removed. Knowing I had the replacement parts I followed the manual in removing the bulb, use a pair of pliers and twist it out. Using this method will certainly destroy the bulb with no chance of salvaging. I suppose if I was very patient and devised some sort of L tool one could slowly pry the bulb retainer ring out. After inspecting all removed parts I have come to the conclusion that saxman1 had it diagnosed correctly, most likely it was a "pin hole/crack in it" invisible to the human eye. My thanks and gratitude to all that responded, hopefully the thread can help somebody else with a similar problem. |
Itzbinnice, I agree with your 'Shotgun' approach, (as saxman so aptly described it), especially on carberators. I'm surprised that after-market parts suppliers don't offer 'kits' with all the parts included, that you had to purchase individually. I, for one, don't want to tear a carb apart 19 times, replacing one part at a time, until I solved the problem. Good job, and thanks for letting us know of your success and exactly what the solution was. |
- Posted by itzbinnice Long Island NY (My Page) on Fri, Feb 27, 09 at 7:17
@ibpod Thanks, hope the post can help others in the future. I failed to metion that I had my doubts about jackssmallengines.com based on the many poor reviews I read. @fisher40037 I feel confident now he will be able to use it without issues. |
- Posted by farmerdilla (My Page) on Sat, Feb 28, 09 at 10:07
Congratulations on the fix. I have found Tecumseh primer bulbs to be a real pain. Many of them look alike, and vendors don't always check to make sure they sell you the right one. It can fit and look good and still not work. |
- Posted by itzbinnice Long Island NY (My Page) on Sat, Feb 28, 09 at 12:08
I made sure I had the correct part #'s and only ordered original Tecumseh parts which were identical to the old ones, upon examining with the naked eye. Only difference I found was the main nozzle tube, original was red, Tecumseh replacement was blue. Having experience with automotive after market parts, somtemes they are not a perfect fit, can be frustrating to install. This was not the case with the parts I received. |
The funny thing about 'jackssmallengines' is, every time I see it I think 'jackass'. Then to find out it's true is hilarious. |
- Posted by itzbinnice Long Island NY (My Page) on Sun, Mar 1, 09 at 11:40
@saxman1 "The funny thing about 'jackssmallengines' is, every time I see it I think 'jackass'." You are much more observant than I, the thought never crossed my mind, however, there must be some validity to it with all the negative stories I read. Many said they charge your credit card before shipping although the site policy states otherwise. I suppose I was just lucky ordering common parts. Not being a gambling man, any future parts purchases will be made at other sites. Thanks for your correct diagnosis of the primer problem being the bulb itself. I have started it three days in a row now, all with three pumps of the primer each time, it started on the first pull each time. It is cold here and is being stored in a enclosed but unheated patio. I will return to my brother in-law in the spring since he will be storing it outdoors (covered). Breaks my heart to see OPE stored outdoors exposed to the elements. |
First of all the Tecumseh primer bulbs I have seen all have a hole in them from the factory. I am wondering if there is another way to overide the thing? Say you used a bulb of some type to cover the hole in the center under the destroyed prime bulb and applied your own vacuum. Or even sucked on the thing (with a hose). I'm told Tecumseh is now bankrupt and has quit. I guess the parts will dry up sooner than later. |
OK got the %#@& thing out today. I used a nut pick. You know the kind that used to come with a nutcracker set in the kitchen. Ice pick didn't do it for me, but any scratch awl or little thicker than ice pick would prob do. |
- Posted by chesapeakebeach (My Page) on Sun, Mar 28, 10 at 8:11
"But changing the washer on the bowl nut made no sense because it was not leaking and a ripoff at 1.65 plus tax for such a small part." It's not like it's a standard bolt or other part you can get in the bin at the corner hardware store or fabricate yourself. It's a custom-made, precision part that a dealer has to stock in inventory. To me, $1.65 is a very fair price for such an item. They could charge $4 or $5 for it and people would still have no choice but to buy it. |
I have a lawn boy electric start with the primer bulb up on the handle bar next to the key start. I have the bulb unit off the hose but can't get the little "press-on" nut off the nipple so I can then pull the plastic shroud off and away from the primer bulb. I have the new bulb to put on it, but can't get that little nut off. Any suggestions? Thanks Bill |
I removed the retainer ring with either a metal pick tool (a small screwdriver should work equally well). I then cleaned the area to make sure there was no dirt where the bulb sits. I placed a 19MM socket over the bulb and lightly tapped it in with a rubber mallet. Good to go . . . |
- Posted by WillDigg44 (My Page) on Sun, Nov 13, 11 at 18:32
I have this same problem with a Toro/Tecumseh except this one won't crank. I must say that this is the poorest design I have ever dealt with and I have worked on every kind of engine ever made. My advice to anyone thinking about buying a Toro/ Tecumseh, Don't! My assessment, you couldn't give me a truckload of these junkie mowers. |
Could it possilby be the fuel cap that is not allowing enough air in for the carb and primer to work properly? Does the cap not have a small air hole on it somewhere? |
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Edward Dempsey, 90, of Magnolia, passed away on Friday, Oct. 5, 2012 at his home in Magnolia.
He was born on Oct. 26, 1921 in Stamps to the late Joe and Ruby (Dean) Dempsey. He was a retired crane operator for Alumax where he worked for over thirty years. He was a volunteer at the Haunted House and Columbia County Fairgrounds.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Hazel Dempsey; two brothers, Charles and Harold Dempsey; and a sister, Betty Henry.
Edward is survived by his son, Bill Dempsey and wife, Amy of Waldo; daughter, Jo Ann Best of Benton; three grandsons, Jarryd Dempsey and Johnathan Dempsey both of Waldo and Nathan Best of McNeil; three granddaughters, Tiffany Dempsey of Waldo, Kari Reeves and husband Jeremy of Benton and Robyn Huffman and husband Shane of Cabot; and two great-granddaughters, Emily Reeves of Benton and Abigail Huffman of Cabot.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 8 at Columbia Cemetery under the direction of Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. of Magnolia. Visitation with the family will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Magnolia Hospital Foundation or to the Magnolia Boys and Girls Club.
Pallbearers will be Steve Ferrell, Jarryd Dempsey, Johnathan Demspey, Nathan Best, Jeremy Reeves, Michael Leaks, and Shane Huffman.
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I dated for years a young woman whose father was Steve Jobs' neighbor in Palo Alto. I thus found myself in the neighborhood often, at dinners, or parties, etc. We would see the Jobs come and go – they have a "normal" house, no gates, no guards, no high fences, not even a big lot. Often, leaving a party at my girlfriend's house late at night I would drive past their house and you would actually see Steve sometimes, working on a Mac.
One afternoon I attended a party, driving an old Sunbeam Alpine sports car I had the misfortune to own at the time. After the party, I started the Alpine, pulled away from the curb, and – as classic British sports cars will oft do – the electrical system blinked out and I coasted gracefully to a stop, directly in front of the Jobs' driveway.
As I was putting my jacket on, I heard a call from across the street behind me – the Jobs' driveway – 'British or Italian?' It was Jobs' lovely wife Laurene. 'British,' I said, 'and acting like it.' 'You want a beer?' she said. I tried to decline (shocked I guess at first), but she insisted, said 'you're not going anywhere,' and walked back in the house – only to return with two bottles of beer.
I was determined not to let on that I knew exactly who I was talking to – I was so afraid of being cast a stalker – but the scene was already getting weird for me, standing by my broken car having a beer with Steve Job's wife. So it got weirder… [Imagine this:] It's a beautiful Fall evening in Palo Alto. Your car's broken. A formally dressed close friend of Steve Jobs is under the hood working on your engine. You are talking with Steve's absolutely lovely and down to earth wife. Steve is in the car, with his kid, trying to crank it.
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The Demonstration and Transfer of Selected New Technologies for Animal Waste Pollution Control project was conducted by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service and Texas Water Resources Institute and was designed as a means for evaluating animal waste treatment methods and their ability to remove phosphorus (P) from dairy waste. A variety of factors present in the North Bosque River watershed have led to the excessive loading of P and subsequent algal growth in the water body. As a result, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality developed two Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) for the North Bosque River mandating that P loading to the water body be reduced by at least 50 percent. Upper portions of the North Bosque River watershed are home to numerous dairy operations that can be a source of manageable P and other nutrients to the watershed. Prior to the development of this project, dairy producers in the area were approached by different companies soliciting their respective products that 'guaranteed' P removal from their dairy waste and/or lagoons; however, the diary producers were not presented with scientific evidence to support these claims and were skeptical about actual results. This project was designed in response to the need for scientific evidence and evaluated the ability of four products/technologies to remove P from liquid dairy manure prior to its application on nearby fields. The program was set up so that an unbiased, third party laboratory analyzed samples collected from dairy waste prior, during, and after treatment by each respective product or technology to provide scientifically sound information to dairy producers so they can make an informed decision about implementing a specific treatment to reduce P from their dairies. Each technology provider utilized a different approach for applying or implementing their respective treatments; the providers were allowed to demonstrate their technology without any modifications recommended by Texas AgriLife Extension Service. Specific sampling procedures and locations were not consistent between each evaluation due to the nature of the technologies; two physiochemical methods treated the waste stream to separate solids and nutrients from liquid manure while two biological treatment methods utilized microbes to treat the entire lagoon. Though each technology resulted in improvements of lagoon characteristics, only the physiochemical treatments effectively removed more than 50 percent of P present in the dairy waste. As an addendum to the project, a demonstration was conducted to evaluate the feasibility of growing turfgrass on soils amended with byproduct from one of the physiochemical treatment evaluations. The large volume of solids remaining after treatment raised the question of how to effectively dispose of the solids in a beneficial way. The demonstration assessed the response of turfgrass growth and leachate/runoff water quality from small cylinders containing soils amended with the particular byproduct. Results showed that turf production increased as a result of the amendment and water quality was not drastically compromised. This report summarizes the results of each demonstrated product or technology and the turfgrass growth demonstration. It highlights both positive and negative aspects of each treatment methodology so producers who consider implementing one of the technologies may have science-based findings predicting respective performance.
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I am hoping one of you might know where I can find this. I recently got a pedicure and they used an electric sander to take calluses of my heels (gross, I know, sorry). It looked like a a min-orbital sander that woodworkers use, but I know it was made for the pedicure purpose. Does anyone know what this thing is called (I've tried Googling, and have gotten nowhere), and where I might find one online? Thanks! |
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- Posted by claire_de_luna (My Page) on Thu, Jun 8, 06 at 12:47
That is sort of similar to what it was, but this thing was heavy duty. It plugged in (no batteries), it was light blue and looked "professional". I'm telling you, the thing was awesome. Think I can take DH's sander and use that? :) |
- Posted by jerzeegirl (My Page) on Thu, Jun 8, 06 at 15:34
Sue: I need the answer to this question too! My heels are so callused that I swear I should use sandpaper. I also have a callus on the side of my big toe (probably from wearing tight shoes) and a sander sounds like the perfect thing to get rid of it. I want (need) the heavy duty one too. |
When I need to I use either a real pumice stone when my feet are damp (not wet) or a Dr. Scholl sandpaper kind of thing on a long rectangular thing with a handle. Both work great if my feet are neither completely dry nor completely wet. An electric sander would scare me. If you all have not tried *damp* "sanding" yet, please do. The results are very visible and satisfying :) |
My heels are bad too. I hate wearing sandals. Sue--Last week I purchased exactly what you described, only it was small and battery operated. It is worthless. I wonder if wally world will take it back. I use the same thing flyleft uses--The Dr. Scholl on the handle thing--and have found that it works the best. The pumice stones just roughen up the callouses. |
I found the battery operated ones on eBay. It was called a callus sander. It doesn't seem like it would be too powerful. I'll have to keep searching online. There is a nail supply store near me, maybe they carry one. |
Sue, you're going to kill me, but I found it earlier while surfing at work and now when I went to link, I can't find it. I think I googled "pedicure heels electric tool" I don't know what happened to it, but it was electric and it was made by Medicool. Maybe that will give you a lead on something, but at least you know it's out there. There was one for $129, $149, and a whole kit for $299. I'll see if I can find it later tonight if you still haven't had any luck. |
I mentioned to my pedicure lady that I was using my Dremel, and she laughed and told me what they use is exactly the same thing, only it is "packaged" differently to be more feminine in appearance. Honest. WAAAY less expensive, plus you can use it for other things too. It's great! |
Can I tell you what works great! My heels were so callused, cracked, and sometimes even bleeding (from the deep cracks) that I considered using my dh's dremel too. Footsmart.com sells a hand tool with a heavy-duty screen on it (like a heavy-duty screen door screen) that screws on, and you can buy replacement screens too. You use it when your foot is dry. Then after that, put on their Callex foot ointment, gobs of it (it comes in a small tub). It's an enzyme cream that breaks down the excess skin. Do this once a day, and in just a few days - your heels will be as soft as baby's butt. No joke!! |
Here is a link that might be useful: www.footsmart.com
Yay - something I have an answer for! Now I can be a real contributing forum member :-) I recently got something called the Conair Hair Removal System, it plugs in and it can be purchased for under $30 online or at Walmart, drugstore etc. Though it's called a hair removal system, they say it works for calluses and they are right - it's great for that. I also use it to exfoliated my upper arms. The website says: "This clinically proven, totally painless hair removal system lets you get rid of unwanted hair and calluses quickly and easily. You get two speeds for greater comfort for every part of your body. Gentle, fine-grain exfoliating pads rotate and painlessly remove hair without nicks, cuts or ingrown hairs. Results last three times longer than blade shaving without the discomfort of waxing." The deal is you have to be VERY CAREFUL when using the thing for hair removal - you can get nasty abrasions - and stay away from the face!!! But for taking off calluses it's great. I would recommend the one advertised in the attached link. The one I got had only one speed, one size head, and no "instructional DVD". This one has all the extras but costs the same as what I paid. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Callus remover
I am going to try the device that honey linked to--but I want to mention another thing. My brother the doc, says that lots of people who have heels like mine have undiagnosed fungal infections that need to be treated. So, I wanted to mention this possibility. |
honeyb, does it really not hurt? I tried one of those "painless" hair removal things back in the 80s and YEOW! Returned that baby the next day. Granted, it was rotating tweezers, basically...I'm thinking this one does something like *rub* the hair to nothingness? It might be worth it if it really lasts longer than a razor on my legs... |
emme_m - What attachment do you use on the Dremel? I figure since we already have a Dremel, I may as well try that first. DeeDee |
flyleft~ I had bought the same evil device in the 80's as well. FREAKIN YEOW it was!!! I remember throwing it down saying "Sheeeeet I need to drink an entire bottle of Champagne before I try that again!" So horrible I still remember after all these years...Glad to learn there's better products out there now. I think I'll try the dremel thing too... |
- Posted by claire_de_luna (My Page) on Fri, Jun 9, 06 at 23:45
Well, I use the dremel on my dog's nails, so why not?! |
Funny info re the hair sander: I mentioned it to my DH, thinking that since he shaves his legs all the time too (cyclist! Not crossdresser! :)), we could get it and we'd both make use of it...but he's already tried one! He beat me to a body-care product LOL! He said it took a long time to use and wasn't really effective. Although maybe that was an earlier iteration, and also maybe it might be that he hadn't shaved for a long time and he had long guy hair on his legs (like when he used to have an off-season). Maybe if we get it and it works, he'll give it another try because he's riding pretty much year-round now. My beloved Dremel...maybe we'll try that first! I can just see it. Suddenly there will be an unexplained run on Dremels and the little replacement sanding barrels... |
Like flyleft mentioned, you use little sanding barrels. They are cylyndrical-kind of hard to explain, but they fit over the end of the dremel. I'm not explaining it right, but you will understand if you see one. Each sanding barrel last several "pedicures". It works terrifically-really! |
Thanks. My husband uses the Dremel on the dog's nails, so I know what the sanding barrels look like. I just wasn't sure if that is what you use on your heels. I think they come in different grades, I'll just have to test out the ones we have. DeeDee |
Hi - about the Conair Hair Removal tool. I feel confident recommending the thing for callus removal - no pain and it works. I'm still unsure about recommending it for hair removal. It's definitely not painful like the rotating tweezer thing - it doesn't pull out the hairs. The problem is that you can easily give yourself an abrasion - the "light pressure" needed to remove hair isn't much different than the light pressure than will give you a nasty burn - like skinning your knee. Plus as flyleft's husband says, it can take a little longer than shaving. The thing I like which is making me stick with it is the exfoliation. You skim it over your legs and you're left with this fine white powder and your skin is really smooth (where you're not bleeding! LOL) So I figure I'll keep trying on the hair removal, but if I decide it's not worth it, I'll go back to shaving and just use it for callus removal. |
- Posted by bumblebeez (My Page) on Thu, Jun 29, 06 at 23:38
The very best foot tool I have ever tried is a microplaner. I took the one from the kitchen and now keep it in the bathroom. Yes, I bought a new one for the kitchen! I bought it at Bed, Bath and Beyond for about $14. I hold my foot over the trash can and grate away. My feet look so much better now. I've had electric foot tools before but nothing I've tried works as easily as the microplaner because my heels were callused and hard. I use it on all the rough places on my feet. |
Just checking in when i saw this thread. My dermatologist sells a lotion--i guess it's an exfoliant--made specifically for heels. I had the worst callouses last summer from living in sandals, and in a few days, my heels were soft as a baby's behind, i'm not kidding. I'll post the name of it next time i have a chance to look in the med cab. |
I use a prescription cream called Vanamide on my heels -- it's a 40% urea based cream and it works great. I use it (mixed with a little almond oil) after a shower or bath. In addition, at my nail salon, I bought a scraper thing that has an oval ridge-like metal part and a plastic handle. When my feet are wet, I use it like a pumice stone and it works great to scrape off the build-up of dry skin. I had been having a lot of problems with cracked, peeling, dry feet that I just couldn't get on top of. Now, my feet are fine. I also, occaisionally, use one of those blade things (very carefully) on my heels if the skin build up gets too thick. I find sandals are murder on my feet in terms of dryness, etc, but I love to wear them... |
Ah, i found the name of the stuff i use: Glytone. It's for elbows too, but then you wipe it on and wash it off. |
- Posted by pickles_ca (My Page) on Thu, Jul 20, 06 at 19:54
I have been keeping an eye on this post for some time. My heels were a mess and I checked over at epinions for the 'best' heel cream. Looked like it was Avon Foot Works heel Relief. Well, I have been using it for the last month - and WOW - what a difference. I just ordered another 2 lots off of ebay so I can share with my heel-challenged friend. This stuff is not expensive - it is not greasy - so you can put it on and go to bed - or put shoes on really soon afterwards. I still use the callous remover file and follow with lotion. no for one month -they have never looked this good - even DH can't believe it. Just thought I'd pass on my results - good luck |
I use an industrial belt sander.. (40320: Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Machine) this baby can smooth out the worst feet in the world in 5 minutes.. |
- Posted by adoptedbygreyhounds (My Page) on Mon, Mar 10, 08 at 19:12
OK, please don't laugh, but I swear by Blistex, the medicated kind, especially one with aloe. The waxiness seems to give it staying power. Good for elbows, too. |
- Posted by nigel-bigel (My Page) on Mon, Mar 10, 08 at 21:07
Blistex lip balm? Nicole |
- Posted by adoptedbygreyhounds (My Page) on Tue, Mar 11, 08 at 8:51
Yes, Nicole, the lip balm. But you do have to keep it separately from the one you use on your lips! |
Here is a link that might be useful: Blistex Herbal Answer
I have terrible heels, but these two products do amazing things for me: First use this on dry heels: Follow up with this. It's very gooey so I usually put it on after crawling into bed. FootSmart also sells heel wraps you can buy to cover your heels while you are sleeping so you don't get the ointment all over your sheets. In the morning - BABY SOFT feet. I have thick, cracked, sometimes bleeding heels otherwise. I have tried EVERYTHING including regular pedicures and a ton of other products that FootSmart sells. This combination did it for me. I have heels like my 8 year old daughter now. |
Here is a link that might be useful: FootSmart
- Posted by seekingadvice (My Page) on Sat, Jun 7, 08 at 19:37
snookums--just wanted to thank you for posting about the footsmart products! I ordered them and have been using them for 3 days. Wow! I can't believe what a difference there is in such a short time. Thanks again!! I've tried many other things (though not a Dremel) with limited success. In just a few days, my heels would go back to nasty. This is super gross, but my 7-year-old used to help me pick chunks of dead skin off my feet. Well, at first she tried to keep me from picking at my feet, but when she had no success at that she pitched in :) Now, I swear, my heels have lost 2 decades, LOL. Maybe 3. |
I like to post on this topic about once every 2 years (he-he). So anyone want to try the fishy solution? |
Here is a link that might be useful: pedicure
Ok, I know this thread is old, but I can't believe no one has mentioned the Ped Egg! For years I had the same problem as many of you. Since May I've been using the Ped Egg and can't believe the change in my feet! I use it once or twice a week and sometimes even skip a week. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Ped Egg
- Posted by zoey_neohio (My Page) on Wed, Nov 5, 08 at 15:11
Sue36...are either of these two sanders what you are looking for? http://www.hammacher.com/publish/74975.asp?source=YahooFeed&keyword=74975&cm_ven=NewGate&cm_cat=YahooFeed&cm_pla=PERSONAL CARE&cm_ite=74975 |
Here is a link that might be useful: heel sander
seekingadvice - I just have now revisited this thread and wanted to say that I'm glad my the screen sander thingie and Callex are working for you. Aren't they wonderful?? I'm sure you have found too that you can't walk after putting the Callex on because it's too goopy - I put it on in bed. It's dry by morning (or all over my sheets, I don't know, but it works!) |
I tried the Ped Egg and it works very well, although not true that the shaved off bits stay in the egg, most of it ends up on the floor. |
Mitch, you definitely need to use the Ped Egg over a wastebasket, lol. I'm still amazed at the change in my feet! |
you're right about that !! their grate works very well, on dry feet. I get regular pedicures but I do scrape off a lot of dead skin before I go, |
- Posted by rnesthetician (My Page) on Sat, Sep 26, 09 at 13:20
Hi everyone, I am an esthetician and actually have the dremel for pedicures. You buy the dremel and then can purchase bits ... so you would purchase the rubber bit and then the 'sandpaper' that goes over top of it. They are normally single person use, so you would only have to buy one bag of the 'sandpaper' and could probably reuse it seeing as how you are only using it on yourself. if you would like to purchase I sell it for $270 which will include the dremel, the rubber bit and one bag of the sandpaper. Shipping is not included. email@example.com |
- Posted by Mary(email@example.com) onThu, Nov 19, 09 at 23:52
I know this is an old listing, but I found the tool and the service. Its in sherman oaks. |
Here is a link that might be useful: New Feet
- Posted by hostagrams (My Page) on Sat, Nov 21, 09 at 10:51
If anyone sees this old listing, thanks for the suggestions above! I have another weapon to suggest in the "dry heels" arsenal: gel-heel socks. I buy them at BBB (link below) but when I was looking at the Footsmart website at products mentioned earlier, I saw that they have them, too. In spite of professional pedicures, a sandpaper-scraper and a ton of heel creams, I still battled dry heels for years until I started using the socks. Sometimes I sleep in them every night, other times just once in a while. Adding the socks to pedicures, scraping and cream has completely solved the problem for me. |
Here is a link that might be useful: gel-heel socks
I used a dremal on my big toes. Ped Egg would never really go through it. It's a $20 4.8 volt one from Wal Mart. It's high speed is only 10,000 rpm. (which is slow for a Dremal) Don't try it with a good Dremal though! 30,000 rpm burns! People use them for dog nails and such, probably the most useful thing you'll buy. |
- Posted by Gail Hengen(firstname.lastname@example.com) onSun, Sep 5, 10 at 2:36
found this thread on a random search looking for what everyone above has been :) been wanting to find a motorized one. i've recently been developing the dry heel build up myself, never had a problem with it before till this summer. course i started wearing flip flops for the first time since i was a kid too. i'm so curious why this would cause such callousing in the heel? i dont mind a good soak.. dont care for the stuff i have to put on before bed because i like to keep my feet uncovered unless its cold. i'm looking through all the suggestions mentioned above including possibility of fungal infection. |
- Posted by Kim(firstname.lastname@example.com) onSun, Mar 13, 11 at 23:28
I know what your all looking for...Electric Callus remover and its black....try going to Amazon.com looking up Konica..it will show a pic...it runs anywhere from $27-$35..Amazon has them most of the time..they come and go fast. Im a nail tech and have used it and people do love it...Good luck! |
- Posted by Foot Dr(firstname.lastname@example.com) onMon, Jul 25, 11 at 15:09
An "Orbital Sander" truly is the ticket and available at any hardware store in the tool section. I use 100 grit and 250 grit after then massage shea butter on and put a sock on it! You WILL be amazed! :) |
Try Bario Callus Remover |
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Inhale from Bottle : Take Deep, Slow and Long Breaths and Let the Aroma Permeate for several minutes.
Cotton Balls: Saturate some cotton with your favorite oils and put around the house or in your car fan or air conditioner grill.
Diffuse Into the Room: Put several drops into water. Diffusers will vaporize the water, and oils are released and dispersed into the air with the vapor. There are many Aromatherapy Diffusers on the market (See doTERRAs Lotus Diffuser or Aromatools.com for product lines) Just adding essential oils to warm steamy water or bath water will diffuse aromatic vapors into the room.
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Bathtubs & Foot Baths: Put several drops into Bathwater, with Salts to help oils dissolve.
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There was a crew of riders this morning (Sunday) at Foxboro. One rider left behind his camelbak, helmet & gloves. Brian & Rocco can you help connect me with him? I have it and can meet up to return it.
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is a great band out of the Pittsburgh area.
We took Luke and the boys around town to shoot a few pics
in anticipation of their new CD release
Empty Room Philosophies – Jonathan
a little eye trickery for your viewing pleasure if you will. -tif
ha ha, we call this one happy little heads.
there was actually a blind man behind us who had with him a narrator.
Hearing him describe what we were doing was hilarious! -tif
i wish i had someone narrating my entire life!
Unless it was something like the narrator in Stranger Than Fiction.
that would be a little unnerving. – Jonathan
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amazing Tiffany! – Jonathan
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Did you know that today is Couple Appreciation Day? We didn't either, until, like, three hours ago. Boy, did we relish the opportunity to drum up a list of our favorite celebrity couples — especially since we so evilly and purposefully left Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes off the list. Bwahaha!
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By Brad Holden
Once you delve into the world of glass, you may find there's no turning back. Glass is a versatile material. When you want to display a cabinet's contents, a glass door panel lets your favorite china, glassware or collectables shine. Stained or textured glass, also known as art glass, can add a bright visual element on a piece of furniture. The choice of colors is practically endless. Textured glass can be etched or sculpted. The patterns range from geometric to impressionistic.
Glass is often used for shelves in display cabinets. Glass shelving allows light to pass through and better illuminate the entire cabinet interior. They eliminate the hard shadows cast by wood shelves.
Glass is a good choice for a tabletop when the base is the focal point. If you've poured your heart and soul into a beautiful base, you don't want to bury it under a solid wood top. This story will introduce you to the basics of selecting and buying glass for your projects. We'll review the different types of glass, edge treatments and thicknesses so you'll know what to ask for when you walk into your local glass supplier.
Plate Glass
Art glass is often 1/8-in. plate glass. Textures or patterns are added by running the molten glass under an imprinted roller. The texture or pattern is on one side so the glass can still be cut in your shop.
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Tempered Glass
Tempered glass can take a hit. It has twice the impact resistance of plate glass. However, this is true only on the face of the glass. Tempered glass is actually more prone to shattering when struck on its edge. That's why tempered glass is not recommended for shelving even though it can carry four times the weight of plate glass. Use tempered glass for large doors, or doors below counter height that are susceptible to impact. Tempered glass can be used for frameless glass doors, as long as they are fully inset, so the edge is protected when the door is closed.
Tempered glass costs twice as much as plate glass. It must be special ordered from a glass supplier and cut to size before the tempering process. Tempered glass cannot be cut so it's best to have the glass in hand before you build. Art glass cannot be tempered because of the trapped air bubbles from the manufacturing process.
Plate glass shatters into razor sharp shards when it breaks.
When tempered glass does break it crumbles into cubes.
Cut glass has sharp, rough edges that need some kind of treatment if it is going to be left exposed. Two common edge treatments available at most hardware stores are the pencil grind and the flat grind. Both grinds can be polished to a high gloss or left with a satin look. Specialized glass suppliers offer more decorative edge treatments, such as bevels, ogees, and other molding shapes. Some of these shapes can only be done on glass thicker than 1/4 inch.
(Note: Product availability and costs are subject to change since original publication date.)
Glass Source for Woodworkers, theglasssource.net, 800-588-7435.
Outwater Plastics Industries, Inc., outwater.com, 800-631-8375.
Ed Hoy, edhoy.com.
Spectrum Glass, spectrumglass.com, 425-483-6699.
Wissmach Glass Company, wissmachglass.com, 304-337-8800.
Kokomo Opalescent Glass, kog.com, 765-457-8136.
Your Local Yellow Pages, under Glass, stained and leaded.
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Colombia's prison turned paradise
"Welcome to Colombia; welcome to my country", the island's head of tourism said when I arrived. "And welcome to Gorgona; this place belongs to everyone."
Unfortunately, a trip to Gorgona comes with a hefty price tag, making a visit an unattainable dream for many Colombians, especially the poverty-stricken residents of Guapi, to whom the island politically belongs.
Until recently, visitors could make day trips to Gorgona from Guapi or spend a night there for as little as $12. But the government's 2009 decision to give a private company sole control over all tourism on the island has meant exponential price hikes. A park permit, night in a basic bungalow in the remodelled prison-guard quarters, three meals and a return boat ride from Guapi costs about 460,000 Colombian pesos, and additional nights are 250,000 pesos. All activities — whale watching, snorkelling, even walking around the island — are extra. Book through the sole tourism company that services the island, Aviatur.
The only benefit of a difficult, costly visit is that relatively few people ever make it to Gorgona, which helps maintain its flourishing ecosystem and leaves you blissfully alone in incredibly wild surroundings.
Leaving the island, torrential rain battered the boat and the rough sea had no desire to give us a smooth journey back to Guapi, typical for this perpetually hot, wet climate. I saw no sign of life — no whales, no monkeys no lizards or snakes. But they were surely there, hiding from the storm. This island, after all, belongs to them.


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PUNE: The Shivajinagar police have booked an unidentified person for allegedly stealing an ATM card from the house of an elderly couple and making purchases worth Rs 3.13 lakh between December 23 and 31, 2011.
Sub-inspector R J Karpe told TOI that the complainant, Indira Vinod Krishna (58) of Suryakiran Park society in Shivajinagar, suspected the involvement of a youth, who used to come to her house to look after her aged parents. "We are yet to trace the suspect. But we have identified the name of the agency, which had sent the youth to Krishna's house," Karpe said.
The suspect allegedly stole the ATM card of Krishna's parents - Ram Keswani (89) and Meera Keswani (79). "He then used the card in various malls and shops in the city and purchased clothes, bags and digital camera, totally worth Rs 3.13 lakh," Karpe said.
The incident came to light when Krishna checked the bank statement, Karpe added.
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I am really sorry for the long post but I was hoping someone can advise.
We have an old wet bar near kitchen which has a square pass through window with a serving bar inside family room. the bar top is old marble tile in etched glory which is black with old black sink and brass faucet all kohler. It also was wrapped in mirror which we removed and repaired dry wall. We are updating the house slowly getting it out of 80' debrassing and toning down oak. We are currently staining out kitchen cabinet which has baltic brown granite top. the bar area is 93/24 inches the pass through 53 inches long and 4 ft in height. There is also soffit above the bar. This is an weight bearing wall. Now here are my options: 1. Replace bar top with baltic brown granite and stainless steel sink and orb faucet. 2. Open up the are more extending to 92 inches and upto the soffit which is at 8 ft from ground replace top etc which will involve rein forcing the load bearing wall. This will make this look like a free standing bar area and make it part of family room and open up to the rest of the house but a considerable cost . 3. Do nothing try to clean up marble tiles and think more. This is my only brass fixture in first floor now except door knobs. So it is looking at me and while I have people in the house working on he cabinets I can work this out. The upper wall above pass through is also crooked if that jelps. Please suggest if this cowt is justified and any ramifications involving the load bearing wall. I will cross post in kitchen forum. Thanks a lot for your help. |
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While my kitchen is not yet remodeled, I had a similar wet bar in my family room. The room had a pass through window and bar top which opened into the family room. I closed off the window completely and have turned the room into a large pantry/storage room. I re-routed the plumbing to make a wet bar on the outside, though we have not yet built the wet bar. (We want to do it with the kitchen to have matching cabinetry.) I am much happier with the function of the room as I found the wet bar room essentially useless. At this time, I have an antique sideboard against the wall where a wet bar will eventually go, and we use it for glass and liquor storage. I look forward to putting in a wine/beverage fridge. Here is an old thread where I received some advice on getting rid of the wet bar room. I realize you are initially thinking just about updating the room, but for me, the whole concept of a wet bar room with a pass through window was outdated and not so useful with contemporary lifestyles. I would recommend at least considering re-doing and repurposing the room to work for you. |
This wet bar is not a room , it is actually the corridor connecting the kitchen to the hall way that starts from foyer and ends in family room. The width of the corridor is same as the wet bar. It has family room in one side and powder room in other. ? |
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Alicia Keys retreats to The Boombox to premiere he new single "Brand New Me", from her upcoming Girl On Fire album. Says Alicia:
"'Brand New Me' is about the journey it takes to get to a place where you are proud to be a new you. There is nothing wrong with growing! There may be people in your life that knew you for a long time and they think of you only as the person you used to be and not the person you now are!
And this song is a conversation introducing them to the new you! Where nothing can hold you back and no one can hold you down!"
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Tulsa philanthropist leaves behind inspiring legacy
With the passing of Henry Zarrow — "Mr. Henry" as he was known to many — Tulsa has lost one of its most dedicated and inspiring friends. And while there are many outstanding entrepreneurs and philanthropists still among us, we can't help but meet Mr. Henry's death as the closing of an important chapter in the history of our community.
Henry Zarrow fulfilled, in the most authentic and unassuming way, the grand American vision. As the founder of Sooner Pipe and Supply, he built his fortune through hard work, innovation, and principled dealing. As a visionary who laid the groundwork for the Zarrow Foundations, he shared the fruits of his success freely, joyfully, and with enormous impact. And as a man of faith and family, he lived with purpose and humility. His reward was that he walked in the peace of a righteous man, and he was able to see generations of Tulsans and others thrive through his support. His beloved wife, the late Anne Zarrow, was a devoted partner in that calling.
The University of Tulsa is home to a number of Zarrow Scholars, as are several other Oklahoma colleges and universities. This scholarship program, established by Mr. Henry, puts college within reach for scores of deserving young people each year, and it is but one example of Mr. Henry's particular devotion to education, which he recognized as a cornerstone of both professional success and meaningful citizenship. That dedication was evident again and again, through gifts to universities, public schools, and libraries.
In 2012, TU opened the Henry Zarrow Center for Art and Education downtown near Guthrie Green — just a few blocks from the site of the first pipe yard that would become Sooner Pipe and Supply. The name of that facility was not sponsored; we simply wanted to thank Mr. Henry for his lifelong support of learning — especially for the youngest Tulsans. We were joined at the opening by students from the Zarrow International School, and the obvious rapport that Mr. Henry had with them was a testament to his genuine goodness and cheerful outlook on life.
It is not possible in this small space to do full justice to Henry Zarrow's professional and philanthropic achievements; we entrust that hefty job to the other pages of this paper. But we should take this opportunity to pause in gratitude, and to reflect on the example in living that Mr. Henry has left us. He truly cared about the people of Tulsa, and he put that concern into constant action. The best tribute we can offer to this great man is to add to that work, each of us doing what we can to make our community a place of learning, mutual respect, service, and abiding opportunity.
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With a little over four weeks left before the Sept. 10 primary, several Democratic candidates in the crowded District 19 City Council race are busy holding press conferences, announcing endorsements and making pronouncements.
The district takes in College Point, North Flushing, Whitestone, Bayside, Douglaston and Little Neck. The seat is now held by beleaguered Councilman Dan Halloran (R-Whitestone), who is not seeking re-election.
He has been indicted on several federal charges including bribery and corruption.
First-time candidate Austin Shafran announced recently that he has been endorsed by former Rep. Gary Ackerman. Several years ago the candidate worked for Ackerman as a community liaison.
Shafran has also been endorsed by the United Federation of Teachers, among others. The UFT is considered a major vote getter. He last worked in state government for Gov. Cuomo's Empire State Development agency.
Candidate Paul Vallone, an attorney and the Queens Democratic Party's choice, was endorsed last week by Community Board 11 Chairman Jerry Iannece. Both men ran for the same seat, and lost, in the 2009 Democratic primary.
"Like myself, Paul Vallone is a dedicated husband, father and small business owner. Whether as president of the Clinton Democratic Club or through his community service work as a founding member of the Bayside-Whitestone Lion's Club, Paul's dedication to northeast Queens is clear," Iannece said. "That's why I'm standing with Paul Vallone."
Chrissy Voskerichian, the only female in the race, made statements on two issues. She called on the MTA to revise its budget and financial projections to reduce or eliminate the need for fare increases.
Voskerichian also called on the City Council to vote against two bills known as the Community Safety Act. "These bills effectively end the practice of stop, question, and frisk, and they seriously limit the ability of the NYPD to police proactively" she said. "The result will be more guns on the street, more drugs in our neighborhoods and a serious negative impact to our public safety and quality of life."
The Flushing resident and civic leader was a businesswoman for 30 years and most recently worked for Halloran, but resigned after learning of his alleged crimes.
Candidate Paul Graziano, also of Flushing, is a zoning expert. He held a press conference recently outside a former residence at 156-10 32 Ave. in Flushing.
Graziano wrote a zoning challenge to the Department of Buildings after the owner tore down almost the entire house when he was only permitted to alter the structure.
The DOB issued a stop-work order on July 18 and fined the developer $5,000 for continuing to work. Still working on the property Monday, the construction foreman told Graziano and a nearby resident that he was doing maintenance.
The candidate said the man told him that "this was America and it was the owner's right to build what he wanted."
The other Democrat running for the seat is John Duane of Little Neck, a lawyer, who served in the Assembly for one term 30 years ago.
Appearing on the Republican ticket on Election Day will be Dennis Saffran, a lawyer from Douglaston.