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How do I restore frequently used and scratched sterling silver flatware to its original condition?

Mitech | August 31, 2010 | 2 Comments

SqueakyButterfly asked: I have my grandmother’s Sterling silver flatware and would like to restore it as best I can. It polishes well. My grandmother used it as everyday flatware, so it has many scratches from use. I cant afford to have it professionally restored, so I was hoping there was a way for me to [...]

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What size orifice do I need to convert a 36,000 BTU LP barbeque to natural gas?

Mitech | August 23, 2010 | 4 Comments

eddie money asked: I have a three-burner LP barbeque I want to convert to natural gas. It is rated 36,000 BTU, and the three orfices have stamped on them either 099 or 660. I think that probably means .099″. I’m considering drilling them out but would first like to see if I can just replace [...]

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How do you remove grease from my barbeque from my driveway. I tried to shout it out but mama thought I was.

Mitech | July 17, 2010 | 3 Comments

markredwing asked: yelling at her. Any help would be appreciated.

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shed barbeque?

Mitech | July 9, 2010 | 2 Comments

rfasciana asked: I am planning to build a (open) wood shed to repair from the rain when I use my barbeque. Plans and suggestions are well accepted.

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How can I make a barbeque grill with one 55 gal steel drum?

Mitech | July 4, 2010 | 2 Comments

SM asked: where can i get a metal grate or something for the cooking surface?

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Is it OK to cut up an old propane cooking gas cylinder to make a barbeque?

Mitech | June 7, 2010 | 7 Comments

keni asked: I want to cut it lengthways, top to bottom so I get a base and a lid. Will I need an angle grinder?
thankyou, folks. You have convinced me that it is not such a good idea after all!
What else can I do with the cylinder? The refuse people wont take [...]

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Can I safely fix my barbeque grill with galvanized sheet metal without having to worry about toxins?

Mitech | June 6, 2010 | 8 Comments

jiminthecity asked: I have a Char Broil barbeque propane grill that has a piece of metal sheet between the burner and the grill and helps distribute the heat better. The sheet metal has rusted out and needs to be replaced.
My question; is it safe to replace this piece of sheet metal with [...]

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Can I use just barbeque wood to grill instead of Charcoal, or do I need charcoal as well?

Mitech | February 25, 2010 | 2 Comments

S asked: Please help me by answering this question.

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Realistically, how hard would it be to build myself a brick barbeque?

Mitech | February 9, 2010 | 3 Comments

Andrew C asked: Nothing too ornate, just a brick and mortar deal about the size of a small desk or something. I’m reasonably handy and have access to most of the materials I’d need. Any advice is appreciated.

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Can I safely fix my barbeque grill with galvanized sheet metal without having to worry about toxins?

Mitech | January 28, 2010 | 8 Comments

jiminthecity asked: I have a Char Broil barbeque propane grill that has a piece of metal sheet between the burner and the grill and helps distribute the heat better. The sheet metal has rusted out and needs to be replaced.
My question; is it safe to replace this piece of sheet metal with [...]

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