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Knob Extension

Aug. 20, 2010

white trash repairs - Knob Extension

Submitted by: Unknown

Favorite Comment: baronobeefdip, “I tried to warn everyone this is what would happen if InGen and the Umbrella Corporation joined forces. But did anyone listen to me? Nooooo!”

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The Dishes are all Yours Dear

Aug. 20, 2010

white trash repairs - The Dishes are all Yours Dear

Submitted by: willdefig

Wait… come back… I was kidding… we don’t have any dishes. – Frankie Fix-It

Favorite Comment: Czarina69 said,“Okay, this ‘Loft industrial’ look is just getting out of hand.”

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Historical Thursday: One Of Lenin’s Favorite Instruments

Aug. 19, 2010

Originally created from an attempt to build a proximity sensor in 1920′s Russia, Professor Léon Theremin’s musical instrument, called the theremin has been considered one of the first electronic instruments. Utilizing metal antennae to pick up the postion of the player’s hands (or other appendages) to control the frequency and volume of the electronic oscillator which is then amplified and put through speakers for all to hear.

In the 1930′s Theremin moved to the United States and began performing concerts with the theremin and other electronic music instruments he made to rapturous audiences. He also has the distinct honor of being the first electronic musician to perform at Carnegie Hall. Below is a clip from Esther Shub’s 1932 film “Komsomol: Patron of Electrification” which demonstrates one of the earliest uses of the theremin in film.

The theremin has been used in countless films as it’s unique tone worked well for many science-fiction and horror movies. Amidst its filmic and concert work the theremin has been an interesting and integral instrument, but its creator did face his some major misfortune.
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Spoon the Handle

Aug. 19, 2010

white trash repairs - Spoon the Handle

Submitted by: DanielLewisRandall

Very spoon the handle will be mine. – Frankie Fix-It

Favorite Comment: DIY King, “Somewhere, a dish is crying, all alone.”

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Keeping the Air Conditioner Cool

Aug. 19, 2010

white trash repairs - Keeping the Air Conditioner Cool

Submitted by: Unknown

And thus began the perpetual cooling machine. -Frankie Fix-It

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Remember Your Electrical Safety Drill…

Aug. 19, 2010

white trash repairs - Remember Your Electrical Safety Drill...

Submitted by: Piku

I know where it is, but what was it? – Frankie Fix-It

Favorite Comment: ReverendTed said, “Fire! This is not a drill! Well, maybe it is a drill…a bit, anyway. This is all dangerously confusing.”

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Prius-Woodie Followup

Aug. 18, 2010

white trash repair - Prius-Woodie Followup

Submitted by: WB4APR

It’s nice to see some things improve. – Frankie Fix-It

Favorite Comment: DIY King said, “You would never be able to tell that he, only a few hours earlier, had an unfortunate accident with a hearse.”

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One for Each Family Member

Aug. 18, 2010

white trash repairs - One for Each Family Member

Submitted by: D W

Best X-Mas ever for the Tuscadero house-hold. Hopefully Pinky gives no mercy. – Frankie Fix-It

Favorite Comment: baronobeefdip said, “Ok, the ideas for the latest Transformers are just getting silly.”

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We Want AC Next Door

Aug. 18, 2010

white trash repair - We Want AC Next Door

Submitted by: max martinez

Come on, it’s getting way too hot in the office. Probably because of those bros with the BBQ rake. – Frankie Fix-It

Favorite Comment: TexasDan said, “Ceiling cat has a new, direct vent litter box, apparently.”

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BBQ 4 all the Crew!

Aug. 18, 2010

white trash repair - BBQ 4 all the crew!

Submitted by: rickneil

Not pictured, the epic fire from newly acquired defunct truck. – Frankie Fix-It

Favorite Comments: Quix0r said, “I hope they washed it very good before. Not that I want to mention a possibility that a dog has left his marking in the grass….” To which Mr BBQ replied, “They are eating hotdogs.. Dog piss would be the healthiest part of the meal….”

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