text: Front View larger Kenwood KAC-8405 4-channel car amplifier 60 watts RMS x 4 (New Stock) Item #: 113KAC8405 20 Reviews This item is no longer available. Original Price: $159.99 Shop all Car Amplifiers Need help? 1.888.955.6000 Email Chat Ask an expert advisor No pressure, no commission — just lots of good advice from our highly trained staff. Overview Reviews Details Accessories Articles & Videos by Buck Pomerantz Kenwood Performance Series car amplifiers offer long-term reliability and superior sound quality in a compact, no-nonsense package. The KAC-8405 4-channel amp delivers 60 watts RMS to each of your front and rear speakers, or you can drive a couple of subs with 180 watts RMS each in 2-channel mode. A rugged cast-aluminum heatsink combines with two cooling fans to keep this amp running at optimal temperatures, even when you're pushing your system hard. Built-in high- and low-pass filters adjust the output so you'll get the best sound possible from your system. You can dial in up to 18 dB of bass boost to fatten up the sound. An aluminum cover plate covers and protects the amp's controls and connections, giving your installation a professional look. Speaker-level inputs and signal sensing turn-on allow these amps to hook up to factory radios without preamp outputs. Product Highlights:4-channel car amplifier60 watts RMS x 4 at 4 ohms (90 watts x 4 at 2 ohms)180 watts RMS x 2 bridged output at 4 ohms (4 ohm stable in bridged mode)2-, 3-, and 4-channel operationCEA-2006 compliantvariable high- and low-pass filters (50-200 Hz, 12 dB per octave)variable bass boost (0-18 dB at 40 Hz)dual cooling fansMOSFET power supplyspeaker-level inputs with signal sensing turn-onpreamp inputsfuse rating: 30A x 28-gauge power and ground leads recommended wiring and hardware not included with amplifier11"W x 2-3/8"H x 9-1/2"Dwarranty: 1 yearOur 60-day money-back guarantee My system has plenty of power. Who needs an amp? You might think you don't need an amp because you have a 400-watt system in your car, or because your new stereo puts out 50 watts a channel. But those are peak wattage ratings, which may boil down to 15 or 20 watts per channel, using the more realistic RMS rating. An amp sends your speakers the power they need to deliver your music with clarity and impact, whether you're using factory speakers or high-performance components. And low-frequency reproduction requires lots of power, so an amp is an absolute must if you're adding a sub to your system. Kenwood KAC-8405 Reviews Average Customer Review: 20 reviews Review this product Submit a review and then enter to win a $350 rewards card Filter by rating: 5 Star: (0) 4 Star: (0) 3 Star: (0) 2 Star: (0) 1 Star: (0) Review this product: Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences about this product. Please be sure to focus your comments on the product itself. Read our Review Guidelines for more information. 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I will bridge the back (B) to push 130 watts. Overall I am pleased with this amp so far. Doesn't run hot. Gave it a 4 star because I'm sure there are better, but the price was right. Pros: Speaker Level inputs was a feature I wanted to make installation easier for me. Cooling fans are a nice feature and I don't hear any background noise from them. Price was right. Cons: Didn't fit under my seat. Not a deal breaker though. Was this review helpful? Yes No There are better... Written By Brock247, Chandler, AZ on Thursday, March 13, 2014 There are better amps for the same price. The active crossovers are fine for powering small subs, mid bass, and midrange, but tweeters will require a passive or external high pass filter. The THD is fairly high (1%) compared to similarly priced amps on the market. The dials and switches collect dirt and dust easily, and the case is prone to scratching. The protection circuitry saved me numerous times. The amp works fine for a basic setup, but it lacks the features/quality needed for future upgrades. I would buy from a company that specializes in building more feature-filled amps. Pros: Reserved appearance Dual fans Reliable Cons: High THD Gets dirty easily Lower end filters only 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great Sound for your buck. Written By Manninse, Texas on Tuesday, February 04, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I purchased a set of Polk Audio component speakers for front and rear. Of course with the existing Kenwood head unit, not enough RMS power to push. Once I installed the KAC 8405, this amp brought the Polk Audio's to life. This amp has very good frequency and gain adjustments to meet your vehicle ambiance levels. Very stable at 2 ohm bridged. Overall, this is a perfect amp if your needing that extra power with a new set of upgraded door speakers and or subwoofers. Pros: Great overall amp to run your front and rear speakers. Cons: Not all that powerful when using high output component speakers. Was this review helpful? Yes No Kenwood KAC-8405 Written By Anonymous, Jax, FL on Friday, January 31, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I recently purchased a Kenwood KAC-8405 amp. The short version is it sounds awesome! I put it in 3 channel mode to power a pair of 6x9's and a single subwoofer. The power output is amazing. The Technical Support was terrific when I had a question about how to adjust the input to raise the volume up in my scenario. Pros: Solid amp, nice power and sound. Has all the inputs I needed, easy to tweak for optimum peformance. Was this review helpful? Yes No Kenwood KAC-8405 Written By rod, Ga on Wednesday, January 01, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) sounds great Pros: Fits good under the passenger seat of a 02 Toyota Sequoia Was this review helpful? Yes No Kenwood KAC-8405 Written By Nightrunner, Carolina Beach, NC on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 sounds real nice w/ the new system Cons: sucks w stock systems Was this review helpful? Yes No good amp! Written By Markie T, maryland on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Did it exactly what I needed it to do!! Was this review helpful? Yes No Nice amp Written By rocuno, Florence, Az on Tuesday, April 09, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Have this amp running my highs and mids(Polk Audio) does a awesome job. Barely have them gains turned up. Nice that is has built in fans. Reasonable price 3 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No HAD A PROBLEM Written By CHUCK, LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) After hooking it up where another amp was removed, the amp was not working. Power & ground were good, but the amp was clipping and not loud at all. I tested it with a different input source to eliminate the radio. Had to send it back for replacement on day 1. CRUTCHFIELD is always good to help get things going as quick as possible. I love KENWOOD, but this one was a dud. Pros: Small size. All connections on one side. Cons: Power connections are bunched too close together and are too small. 2 out of 8 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No KAC 8405 Written By Jay G, Clementon NJ on Monday, March 12, 2012 This was the final piece in my factory system overhaul. I've replaced all factory audio components in my 2003 Kia Sorento including all the speaker wires. I have this amp powering Focal Access 165 A1's 6-3/4 components up front(unfortunately no longer carried by Crutchfield) & Focal Access 165 CA1's in the rear. There is no comparison when comparing the SQ when running the Focals off the HU(Kenwood Excelon x994) compared to powering them with this excellent amp. This amp woke up my Focals and made them sing. I have the gains set at about 3/4 and my speakers play so loud & clear that my ears surrender before the speakers distort. Anyone that tells you that you don't need an amp when powering quality speakers with a quality head unit is doing you a disservice. The amp has brought out detail & clarity in my music that I was missing before. I listen to a wide variety of music from classic rock to rap and all points in between & it all sounds incredible. The amp stays cool enough to abuse for long periods of time at very high volumes. The transformation of my 2003 Sorento's audio system is complete & everything with the exception of the speaker wires & an amp wiring kit came from Crutchfield.(I did get 1 free from Crutchfield when I bought my Infinity Basslink) Cruthfield products, customer service, & support is top notch. You can find some products a little cheaper on the web, but when you factor in everything, Crutchfield is the best & I'm a customer for life. Pros: Fits in tight spaces(under the drivers seat) Built in cooling fans keep it running w/o overheating Ease of installation Quality Kenwood product. Good price. Cons: 60 Watts RMS so if you need more power this amp isn't for you. 9 out of 10 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No KENWOOD AMP Written By TODD Z, WISCONSIN on Wednesday, February 01, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) GREAT PRODUCT WORKS WELL WITH MY KENWOOD HEAD UNIT AND POLK SPEAKERS FRONT AND BACK IN MY 02 CHEVY AVALANCHE ALSO HAVE A POWERED SUB SOUND ORD. ALL WAS FROM CRUTCHFIELD GREAT SERVICE 3 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Nice Amp Written By Kj3000, Arvonia Va on Monday, January 30, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This amplifier is very quiet and runs very cool brings out the sound of my 5 1/4 and 6X9 speakers. Cons: none 7 out of 7 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Kenwood KAC-8405 Written By Ryan, Chino, CA on Thursday, January 26, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Pleanty of power. cant beat the price 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Nice amp for the money Written By Brian, Evansville, IN on Monday, August 01, 2011 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I purchased this amp with a recommendation from Crutchfield. I was looking for an amp and speaker system for my PT Cruiser. While this amp won't blow the windows out, it paired very nicely with a set of Kenwood 3-way 6x8's and Polk Audio Component speakers. The amp delivers enough power to have a very clean sound without over driving the system. 6 out of 11 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Better than expected Written By Ralph, Pikesville, MD on Wednesday, July 06, 2011 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I bought this amp to replace a factory amp in my car. The power this amp provides is perfect. The highs are more brilliant and the overall balance to my system is incredible. Kenwood never fails to impress and produce. If you are looking for a solid amp with great performance, you won't go wrong if you pick this one. 8 out of 8 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great amp Written By Fliptech, Cidra, PR on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 This amp exeded my expectations. I have always installed Rockford or Mtx amps on my cars but I bought this Kenwood because of the signal turn on through the speaker wire adapter, and the built in crossover, both worked great. The amp is small but it packes alot of power, and for a factory upgrade that does not involve touching the head unit (2006 accord) its perfect. I was a bit sketchy at first concidering that I was not running a remote cable to turn on the amp but it works great. The only down side is that my sound ordance speakers are now over powered, but reducing the power fixed the problem. 6 out of 6 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Kenwood KAC-8405 Written By BARRY, CHESAPEAKE , VA on Monday, May 09, 2011 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) KENWOOD never fails to produce great products. This amp is compact with cooling fans and can fit in small locations. I mounted this amp under the back seat of 01 dakota quad cab. It works great - installation was tedius, but fully instructed. 2 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No I can't hear you? Written By Opus, Arizona on Monday, December 27, 2010 I installed this amp in a 2 door 2010 Tundra to power Infinity 630's and used the second channel, bridged, to power a 8" Infinity sub woofer. It installed cleanly under the front seat with plenty of clearance. The foot print of this amp is almost equal to a 8x10 sheet of paper. Instructions and set up was a breeze. I used a 4 awg wiring kit instead of the recommended 8 awg, needed to grind a little off of the sides of the amp wiring kit terminals to get it to fit into the amps screw slots, no big deal. At really low/no volume you can hear the cooling fans running, barely. The cross over filters could use better markings to accurately set them. You have to "guess" where 90 Hz is, due to the size of the slot for the screw driver. I error on the high side and used the Kenwood KDC x794 receiver cross over feature to complete the sub woofer set up. I started with the gain's set to 4 to match the receiver inputs, broke in the new speakers then starting increasing gain "1/2" unit at a time. Currently the gain is set to 1, with the receiver volume set to three quarters the sound is c-l-e-a-n but the loudness will cause you to turn it down. I know the Crutchfield customer service rep said this amp was under- powered for the Infinity speakers but... If you're looking to put together a 2.1 system in your vehicle or need 4 channel or high powered 2 channel bridged amp in a small package I would highly recommend this one. 9 out of 9 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Clean and Powerful Written By Mike J., North, NJ on Sunday, October 17, 2010 Installed this in my '07 Cobalt. This bad boy powers a set of old kenwood ie series 6x9's rear deck, kenwood ie series 5 1/4's in a custom rear quarter panel box I made, and a set of kenwood 6 1/2 components in the front.The reciever is an old kenwood exceleron x589. Has no prob. powering 6 separate speakers without any distortion and has a very clean sound.My 6x9's almost overpower my sub with bass that I never even knew they could get. I make extensive use I the HPF for the front's and rear quarter panels. Has all the filters you need, the power you need, and the sound you crave. Cannot go wrong with this amp. (BTW-Fronts and Rear Quarters are wired in a series@8 ohms.) Amp is 2 - 8 ohms per channel. 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Quality Written By S.Craig06, Cleveland, Ohio on Wednesday, August 11, 2010 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This amp was suggested to me by Crutchfields knowledgable staff. For my application, I have eight speakers including two subs. I am powering my Inifinity 6 x 9 three way rear deck speakers, and Infinity 6 1/2" front door speakers. This amp coupled with the Infinity speakers will cause hearing loss. The rear 6 x 9's are technically slightly under powered, but WOW! I cranked up the gain all the way without distortion. You cannot go wrong with a Kenwood amp, and it is priced right for the quality and performance you receive. Has all the setting. Now my speakers produce good clean sound at HIGH volumes. It sounds just as good outside the car with all the doors closed. I believe this was a good buy for my application. I received this amp and installed it about three weeks ago, so there is much more to test, but overall I am satisfied, just wish they gave more output for the money. 23 out of 23 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Hands-on research Features and specs chart | What's in the box? | In-depth notes What's in the box? Download owner's manual 4-Channel amplifier (with two 30A ATO fuses inserted in chassis) 8" Speaker-level input harness 4 Self-tapping screws (4mm diameter x 16mm) Allen wrench Instruction Manual (Eng/Fre/Spa) Warranty card Features and Specs Performance RMS Power Output (Watts x Channels) 60 x 4 Peak Power Output (Watts x Channels) 180 x 4 Power at 2 Ohms (Watts x Channels) 90 x 4 Bridged Power (Watts x Channels) 180 x 2 Minimum Impedance Bridged 4 Minimum Impedance Unbridged 2 Best Frequency Response 5-50k Hz THD at Rated RMS Power 1% Signal to Noise Ratio 95 dB Input Voltage 14.4v Features Amplifier Class AB Low-Pass Crossover Frequency 50-200 Hz Low-Pass Slope (dB/octave) 12 dB/oct High-Pass Crossover Frequency 50-200 Hz High-Pass Slope (dB/octave) 12 dB/oct Bass Boost 0-18 dB Bass Boost Frequency 40 Hz Fan Cooled Yes Fuse Rating 60 Speaker Level Inputs Harness Preamp Outputs No Width (inches) 11 Height (inches) 2-3/8 Depth (inches) 9-1/2 Parts Warranty 1 Year Labor Warranty 1 Year Product Research Features Controls ConnectionsFeatures MOSFET Switching Power Supply: The amplifier utilizes a MOSFET switching power supply providing thermal stability and efficient switching speeds guaranteeing performance and dependability. CEA 2006 Compliant: The KAC-8405's power ratings are measured according to the strict standards dictated by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). These standards allow you to accurately compare the rated power output of all CEA 2006-compliant amplifiers, even if they come from different brands. Manufacturers who adhere to the standards can display the CEA 2006 logo on their products and packaging. Amplifier Rating: The Kenwood KAC-8405 Four-Channel amplifier is bridgeable (4-ohm), as well as 2-ohm stable in stereo. Four-Channel (CEA 2006 Compliant): 60 watts x 4 channel RMS @ 4 ohms (20 Hz-20 kHz, 1% THD) Four-Channel (2-ohm): 90 watts x 4 channel RMS (1 kHz, 0.08% THD) Bridged (4-ohm): 180 watts x 2 channel RMS (1 kHz, 0.08% THD) Peak Power: 180 watts x 4 channel (720 watts total max power) Cast Aluminum Heat Sink: The Kenwood KAC8405 utilizes a cast aluminum heat sink design to ensure that the amplifier stays at its optimal temperature. Fan Cooled: There are two fans and two vents located on the back side of the amplifier to help dissipate heat and ensure cool, reliable operation. Make sure not to block these vents or fans when you install the amplifier. Protection circuitry: The amplifier features protection circuits that will turn the amp off in case of the following events: Speaker output contacts ground Speaker wire short-circuits Unit malfunctions and DC is sent to speaker output Aluminum Cover Plate: The amplifier's controls and connections are hidden under a removable extruded aluminum cover plate. The cover plate provides a professional looking installing while helping to protect the amplifier's connections and control settings. The cover is held in place by two hex head screws. An allen-wrench is supplied to remove the cover. Blue/Red Illumination: The Kenwood Four-Channel amplifier features a blue and red LED illumination when the amplifier is turned on. When the power is turned on to the amplifier, the Power indicator will light up red. This indicator will turn off with the amplifier and will turn off if the amplifier goes into protect mode. The amplifier also features a Blue LED lamp on the top of the amplifier which illuminates when the amplifier is on. Signal-sensing Turn-On Circuitry: When the speaker-level input is used, it is not necessary to connect the power control wire (turn-on lead). The amplifier senses the signal from the speaker-level input and turns the amplifier power on automatically. Shortly after no signal is detected, the amplifier will automatically shut itself off. Controls Stereo/Mono Operation: You can independently switch Amplifier's front and rear channels from Stereo to Mono operation. When switched to Mono, the signal from the left channel inputs are only used. Gain: To accommodate the varying range of signal levels coming from today's factory and aftermarket radios, the Kenwood KAC-8405 features an adjustable, independent gain control (0.2-5.0V) for the front and rear channels. This means that no matter what kind of radio is connected to this amplifier, the appropriate gain control adjustment can be made to ensure loud, clear, distortion-free music. Crossovers: The KAC-8404 has built-in high pass and low pass crossovers. The high pass crossover's slope is 12 dB/octave and is continuously variable from 50Hz to 200Hz and can be controlled independently for the front and rear channels. The low pass crossover's slope is also 12 dB/octave and continuously variable from 50Hz to 200Hz and can be controlled independently for the front and rear channels. The amplifier can also be operated at full-range simultaneously for both the front and rear channels. Bass Boost: A fixed bass boost of 18dB at 40Hz can be engaged for the rear-channels only. There is no bass boost for the front channels. Connections Power Connections: The power, ground, and remote turn-on connections are 0.3125" wide screw terminals that will accommodate up to 8-gauge wire. A Phillips-head or flat blade screw driver (not supplied) is required to tighten/loosen the terminals. Spade connectors are recommended for the power, ground, and remote wires. Speaker Outputs: The Kenwood KAC-8405 is equipped with four pair of speaker terminals. All eight speaker terminals are 0.3125" wide screw terminals and will accommodate up to 8-gauge wire. A Phillips-head or flat blade screw driver (not supplied) is required to tighten/loosen the terminals. Spade connectors are recommended for the speaker wires. Note: The speaker output terminals can be used in 4-channel mode or bridged to 2-channels. Line Level Input: The four-channel amplifier is equipped with two pair of gold-plated RCA line level inputs. Speaker Level Input: The KAC-8405 comes with a four channel speaker level input harness. Once you splice the speaker wires from the receiver to the harness, you have plug-in convenience to the amplifier. This feature makes it easier to add an amplifier to a factory radio or to a receiver with no preamp outputs. The maximum power output from the source receiver can be no more than 40 watts. Fuses: The KAC-8405 is equipped with two 30 amp ATC blade fuses. Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team. They verify what's in the box, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Sorry, the Kenwood KAC-8405 is discontinued. 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Ok I have lurked for along time here and have listened to fire this coach,cut this player,get rid of this GM,the owner sucks,this guy is garbage.....even though I too Suspect we need a change at the GM position.....all the change is very much part of the problem......We change coaches every couple season(not just head coaches) ...and a couple games into the change a few so called fans are calling for peoples heads....this is the NFL.and aside from a few fairytale turn arounds most franchises suffer long periods getting back on top...careful what you ask for you might just get it
My criticism of Ireland is that he's been on the job for 5 years and not one drafted linebacker with athleticism to go sideline-to-sideline. I believe Philbin is a great strategist for game planning but poor motivator, we need a Winston Moss, Mike Singletary, or Jim Leavitt - no nonsense type of personality. Look at 49ers GM Trent Baalke, he drafted aldon smith, kendall hunter, navarro bowman, mike lupati, anthony davis, chris culliver and scouted dashon goldson - their core players
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back on track....if Ireland must go...so be it....but dont expect miracles over night
here we go again. Fans calling other fans "bad fans". No such thing as good or bad fans. We're all just fans of the team. Frustration is the reason people complain on this board. If the team starts to make good moves that work and they start to win, then the so called bad fans will be happy. Winning cures everything. It's great to always be positive but you have to be realistic. Everything points to us having another bad year at this point. Hard to say many positive things at this point.Now maybe everything will click and we'll have a good year but you can't blame people who don't like Ireland cause he's been here long enough to have fixed some positions that are still a problem.
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For years, Howard Harinstein, DPM, Chief, Section of Podiatry at Bridgeport Hospital, was tired. Mentally sharp in the morning, he went to work every day. But by the afternoon, after his clinical work was complete, his eyelids began to droop and exhaustion forced him to take short naps to get by until nightfall.
After the sun went down, however, his sleep was far from restful. "I tossed and turned; I took medication to help me fall asleep. Then I dozed rather than slept, and I woke up throughout the night," he says. His wife, Cynthia, asked him to sleep in the spare bedroom because he snored, which disturbed her sleep.
Then he noticed he didn't dream anymore.
Dr. Harinstein mentioned all of his symptoms—the daily exhaustion, the restless sleep, his lack of dreams—to his doctor, family medicine physician Jennifer Ju, MD. Dr. Ju listened carefully. She suspected Dr. Harinstein might have a sleep disorder and recommended he meet with the doctors in Bridgeport Hospital's Center for Sleep Medicine.
Meeting with the Sleep Center staff, Dr. Harinstein didn't hold back. "I told them I wanted something to help me. I needed my life back," he remembers. "It was a relief to talk to specialists who knew exactly what I was feeling." Based on his symptoms, the team recommended a formal sleep study for Dr. Harinstein.
"We recommend sleep studies for patients who demonstrate the classic symptoms of sleep apnea," says Medical Director of Bridgeport Hospital's Center for Sleep Medicine Armand Wolff, MD. Symptoms include sleepiness or disturbed sleep, a history of snoring, gasping and/or interrupted breathing while asleep, narrowing of the upper airway visible through the mouth and the presence of other illnesses such as hypertension and diabetes. Sleep apnea commonly affects middle-aged and older adults and people who are overweight. "By discovering and treating a sleep disorder, we can restore people to a better level of functioning during the day," Dr. Wolff continues.
"Sleep apnea has been linked to high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats and an increased risk of heart attacks and stroke," says Director of Bridgeport Hospital's Center for Sleep Medicine Armand Wolff, MD. "Research has shown a link between lack of sleep and elevated blood pressure. Blood pressure levels should naturally drop when we sleep. It's a normal response. People with sleep apnea or who aren't sleeping enough do not experience that nightly drop in blood pressure. Over time, a sustained blood pressure level may be harmful to the heart."
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Sleep Study Dr. Harinstein arrived in the evening for the sleep study and got ready for bed as usual. A sleep technician attached special leads (sensors) to his head and chest. In the comfort of a private room, he relaxed by watching a favorite television show.
Falling asleep wasn't difficult, as Dr. Harinstein was always worn out. While he slept, the technicians monitored the leads which measured Dr. Harinstein's breathing, oxygen level, movement, brain waves and heartbeat for the entire night.
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Diagnosis Soon after the study, Dr. Harinstein met with the sleep specialists to go over his results. He had sleep apnea.
Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts. People who have sleep apnea stop breathing for up to a minute during sleep. As they struggle to breathe, the brain reacts by waking the person up enough to reopen the upper airway. This cycle can repeat hundreds of times a night.
"I knew something was going on with me, but I never suspected that's what it was. Sleep apnea was one of those things that I thought couldn't happen to me," he says. "I was most surprised to find out how many times I actually stopped breathing during the night while I was asleep. That's frightening. The funny thing is, I never remembered waking up or sleeping restlessly, but I was always exhausted. This, I was told, is a classic sign of sleep apnea."
Treatment Dr. Harinstein was fitted for a special mask hooked up to a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. "I found out I was a nose breather," he says with a smile. "There are mouth breathers and nose breathers, and masks for both."
A true quality-of-life-saver for those with sleep apnea, a CPAP machine keeps a person's airway open. The machine delivers a steady stream of air through a mask placed over the nose and/or mouth during sleep. The pressure of the air from the machine is continuous and somewhat greater than that of the surrounding air, which is just enough to keep the upper air way passages open. This prevents apnea and snoring. "With severe sleep apnea, CPAP cer tainly is the best therapy. It works along the whole spectrum of severity, so it is usually the first step," says Dr. Wolff. If a patient is unable to use CPAP, there are other options, including surgery. Weight loss is an important part of therapy for nearly every patient.
Dr. Harinstein didn't struggle with the CPAP mask. "The mask was no trouble at all for me," he says. "After the first night using it, I felt completely restored."
"Today, more people know about sleep apnea but there i s still a perception that people who are sleepy are just slow or lazy and that their poor performance is related to initiative rather than a medical problem," says Dr. Wolff. "When people don't sleep well, they just don't function as well as they could. Sometimes the impairment is subtle, and sometimes it is life-altering. Diagnosis and treatment of a sleep disorder may improve job performance, school performance and social relationships. We have a number of patients who say that we have saved their lives. Obviously, this is quite a bit different than what this means in the Intensive Care Unit, but restoring vitality and quality of life for relatively young and otherwise healthy people is what we do."
"CPAP therapy has changed my entire life," says Dr. Harinstein. "I now feel completely rested in the morning and my dreams have returned. Most importantly, I have my energy back and enough stamina to keep working into the evening without a nap." Dr. Harinstein also hosts a radio show on WICC 600 AM. "I'm so happy I had a sleep study. I was truly suffering in silence—except for the snoring," he jokes, "but not anymore!"


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En español | Home improvement scams are a year-round danger, but now is the season when repair rip-offs really go through the roof — sometimes beginning with an offer to fix yours.
There are many honest, hardworking craftsmen out there eager to get your business as a homeowner. But summer is also prime time for "con-tractors" intent on scamming their customers, especially older ones.
See also: 7 steps to hiring a contractor.
And often these types give themselves away with some simple words from their mouths. Among the phrases that should raise your radar:
1. "I was in the neighborhood."
Beware of the handyman who comes knocking unsolicited, with news that he happened to notice some problem with your home's roof, driveway, chimney, windows, etc., while driving by or working on a neighbor's home.
Alarm bells should ring if he comes calling with a buddy or his truck has out-of-state license plates.
Good contractors are usually too busy to make unsolicited house calls, rarely have to travel far for work, and may lack x-ray vision. For the scammers, the goal is to do a fast and faulty repair — like applying used motor oil to coat driveways or roof shingles. You only get wise to it after they've been paid and vanished.
When a pair of this kind comes knocking, it's not uncommon for one to try to distract you (often outside) while the other sneaks inside for a quick burglary.
2. "I need cash upfront. Or at least a large deposit."
Never pay upfront — it's too easy for a fix-it fraudster to take the money and run (often under the guise of "leaving to buy materials"). Legitimate contractors have credit lines to buy materials and don't charge before the work is complete.
And although a deposit is often warranted for huge jobs — such as a complete kitchen renovation or new siding, roof and windows — it should be no more than a third of the total estimate (materials and labor), payable on the day materials arrive at the job site, suggests Tom Silva of the long-running public television program This Old House.
3. "I can help you finance the project."
Assuming your contractor isn't named J.P. Morgan, pass on these offers. What contractors claim is a special deal with a lender could really be a home improvement loan scam.
If you sign, you may be socked with kickback-earning high interest rates, fees and points, or unknowingly agree to borrow far more than the project costs. There have even been cases of owners signing over the home to the contractor or his associates.
Sometimes these loans are the fraudster's real incentive. And once paperwork is signed, "the contractor, who may have been paid by the lender, has little interest in completing the work to your satisfaction," says the Federal Trade Commission.


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The toll on the Intercounty Connector might be no more than $6, but delinquent users of the road could find their drivers' licenses suspended if they don't pay up.
After reports in September that the state was missing out on nearly $7 million in uncollected tolls, lawmakers in Annapolis made adjustments to the law during the legislative session.
"What we needed to do was get a law that matched what we're doing [with video tolls on the ICC]," said Harold Bartlett, executive secretary of the Maryland Transportation Authority, which administers toll collections in the state.
The ICC, an 18-mile toll road running between I-270 in Gaithersburg and I-95 in Laurel, has only electronic tolling facilities.
Drivers with an E-ZPass transponder pay a maximum of $4 one way. Drivers without the transponder can still course the ICC, but a video will be taken of their vehicle, and they will receive a notice with a maximum $6 bill for the toll.
Effective July 1, drivers who don't pay video tolls within 30 days will be subjected to a $50 citation. If that's not paid, the driver's registration will be flagged, and he or she will not be able to renew their driver's license without paying the fine. If a driver racks up $1,000 or more in fees and civil citations, his or her driver's license will be suspended.
"That's the real teeth for us," Bartlett said.
Under the previous law, toll users who did not pay immediately using cash or an E-ZPass were considered toll violators, and $50 citations could be issued immediately. But no timeline addressed video tolls, so citations were not issued. Without issuing citations, the state could not suspend or refuse to renew drivers' licenses. Thus, there were no consequences for failing to pay.
"The old statute really impeded our ability to collect the tolls," Bartlett said. "The technology outpaced the statute."
Drivers with current outstanding video toll fees will be issued a new notice after July 1, and will have 30 days to pay before receiving a civil citation.
The new rules are not intended to scare drivers away from using the road, Bartlett said.
"We want people to use the video toll," Bartlett said. "It's for those people who don't have an E-ZPass and maybe only travel the road once or twice a year."
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Gifted--that's you! Uniquely equipped to help build up the body of Christ. As a follower of Jesus, serving others is an integral part of your identity and an important key to your personal growth. But how do you cultivate a servant's heart and your spiritual gifts in ways that build up your church, your family, your friends, and your world--without wiping you out in the process? Gifts guides you to the answers. Through personal study and small group interaction, this study will help you develop a passion to be used by God. You'll find out about your unique place in the body of Christ and how to surmount the obstacles that keep you from thriving. You'll discover the joy of serving with others--doing together what you cannot do alone. And you'll learn how to abide in Christ, experiencing a freshness and vitality that grow as you give! Leader's guide included! Gifts group sessions are: Use Me! Use My Gifts! Walking into Weakness Comparison: The Killjoy of Servanthood The Ministry of the Mundane Servanthood's Bell-Shaped Curve Abide in Him
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What are mosaic viruses? This virus infects more than 150 types of plants, including many fruits, vegetables, and flowers. It is characterized by leaves mottled with yellow, white, and light and dark green spots or streaks. Some of the most commonly infected plants include tomatoes, potatoes, squash, and cucumbers.
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Viral diseases are difficult to identify because symptoms vary from plant to plant and may also vary depending on the age of the plant and its growing conditions. However, the most common ways of identifying mosaic viruses are listed below.
- The leaves are mottled with yellow, white, and light and dark green spots, which appear to be elevated. This gives the leaves a blister-like appearance.
- Plants are often stunted, or they grow poorly.
- Plants may have other deformities and their leaves may be crinkled or wavy.
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Once plants are infected, there are no controls. Remove all the infected plants and destroy them.
- Plant resistant plants when available in your garden.
- Mosaic viruses are mostly spread by insects, especially aphids and leafhoppers. You can try covering your plants with a floating row cover or aluminum foil mulches to prevent these insects from infecting your plants.
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If you are seated and inclined to survey what other customers are having, you may notice that a majority of them have opted for the Lontong Complete dish, which is basically sticky rice served with a delicious coconut vegetable stock. Lontong is usually a rare find in Bali, where all the dishes are primarily pork, duck or seafood based. One of their favorites also has to be their well-cooked mouthwatering crispy salmon, served with stir-fried vegetables, toasted fennel seeds, wasabi and mashed potato. Trust us when we say, that, you won't regret filling your belly with this dish.
If you decide to skip the meals at cafe Batu Jimbar to enjoy a lighter option such as their amazing fresh smoothies, try not to miss out on their desserts either. The Brownies and Mango Pie are absolutely a must to try.
In the evening, you can also enjoy a beautiful candle lit dinner accompanied by live music. To Sum up, Batu Jimbar, on the whole offers a charming atmosphere with very satisfying food and good service.
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En español | One hundred eighty-nine companies have earned spots in a new annual list of "Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality."
Compiled by the advocacy group Human Rights Campaign, the list honors employers for active nondiscrimination policies; a commitment to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender inclusion; and medical insurance and other benefits for employees' domestic partners.
See also: Pride comes in all ages.
This year's list includes some nationally known companies — Apple, Nike, JP Morgan Chase are among them — as well as lesser-known companies such as Tech Data, Delhaize America and Medtronic. To get on the list, employers had to score 100 percent on a corporate equality index devised by the HRC.
"Generally, things have certainly gotten better for LGBT employees of all ages, including those over 50," says Paul Guequierre of the HRC, the nation's largest LGBT civil rights organization and lobbying group. But "although these findings are encouraging, a lot of work still needs to be done."
Some key findings of interest for older LGBT employees from the 2012 report:
- Among companies that offer pensions, 73 percent offer Qualified Joint and Survivor Annuities (QJSAs) to employees' domestic partners and 69 percent offer Qualified Pre-retirement Survivor Annuities (QPSAs) to partners.
- Of employers offering a cash balance pension plan, 82 percent extend benefits to domestic partners.
- Among all participating companies, 58 percent report that they offer defined benefits to the domestic partners of LGBT employees.
- Nearly half — 44 percent — extend retiree health care coverage to domestic partners.
- A record 206 employers report having health care policies that cover medically necessary treatments and procedures for transgender issues. That compares with 85 last year and 66 in 2010.
The HRC's list draws on responses to surveys sent to companies on Fortune magazine's 1,000 largest publicly traded companies, to the top 200 revenue-grossing law firms in the United States, and to private-sector, for-profit companies with at least 500 employees.
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Recently, we—like, quite possibly, you—became aware that there were some rumors working their way around the internet suggesting that Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is gay. While not in any way convincing, the rumors were intriguing enough that we did a bit of reporting on them. That reporting quite strongly suggested that the story was a dry well.
Unfortunately, we weren't able to get anyone willing to talk about it on the record, which we'd have liked to do if just because the online economy is set up so that a false story, if it goes unaddressed long enough, will become true through sheer repetition, as the vitality of stories about how Barack Obama is a Kenyan usurper demonstrates. Fortunately, Rodgers went on the radio today and addressed the rumors directly.
He is aware of the internet story. "I'm just going to say I'm not gay. I really really like women." ~ Aaron Rodgers
— Lori Nickel (@LoriNickel) December 31, 2013
And that's pretty much that. Aaron Rodgers is a much better authority on whether Aaron Rodgers is gay than that one guy you know whose brother lives in Green Bay, and he says Aaron Rodgers isn't gay. It would be really great if the first out NFL player were a Super Bowl-winning quarterback who ranks among the best players of his generation, but it looks not to be so. Alas.
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Gabriel Hernandez, a wealthy businessman with two daughters, is living the high stress life in Mexico city. A close friend was kidnapped and killed by the Mexican mafia. Gabriel makes a difficult decision to send Veronica and Patricia to live in the US. Veronica falls in love with Mauricio, who is only interested in her fortune. Patricia, the youngest daughter, gets cancer and things get very difficult for the family. Time is very valuable right now and Veronica still has to prepare for an even more painful episode in her life after Mauricio takes all their fortune. By then, Veronica is left with a broken heart and nothing in the bank to take care of the expensive medical bills. Dr. Alonzo Villareal meets the family during this tough time and helps Veronica get stronger and focus on her sister who is very ill.
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Parenting gifted children, from toddlers to teens
As a parent of a gifted child, my child has had many teachers, good and bad.
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Kahlil Gibran
Your children are not your children.
They are the sons and daughters of Life's longing for itself.
They come through you but not from you,
And though they are with you yet they belong not to you.
You may give them your love but not your thoughts,
For they have their own thoughts.
You may house their bodies but not their souls,
For their souls dwell in the house of tomorrow,
which you cannot visit, not even in your dreams.
You may strive to be like them,
but seek not to make them like you.
For life goes not backward nor tarries with yesterday.
You are the bows from which your children
as living arrows are sent forth.
The archer sees the mark upon the path of the infinite,
and He bends you with His might
that His arrows may go swift and far.
Let your bending in the archer's hand be for gladness;
For even as He loves the arrow that flies,
so He loves also the bow that is stable.
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Aug 17 2013: Everyone is gifted. A fish is gifted in swimming and a monkey at climbing a tree (paraphrasing Einstein)...and humanity has DIVERSE talents...SO the key is to recognize a child's gift and put her/him in the school that provides the environment for that (paraphrasing Sir Ken Robinson)
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Here's great inspiration:
Lejan .
Jul 23 2013: What is your connection of a 'gifted child' to become a leader?
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A 'gifted' violinist who loves what he/she does has no need to become a conductor.
Is leadership the ultimate form of talent? I don't see it this way.
Fritzie -
Jul 23 2013: What are you looking for? There are a huge number of excellent resources in this area. One is the National Association for Gifted Children. I cannot remember the names of their two publications. One is, I think, Gifted Child Quarterly. Another is the Handbook of Gifted Education, with papers by leading researchers in this field about best practices. Johns Hopkins, William and Mary, and Stanford all have well known centers for research and practice in this area.
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Generally speaking the ERIC Clearinghouse is a good place to find articles by scholars and teacher researchers about educational matters, curriculum and pedagogy.
I think many more people have the capacity to be future leaders of the next generation than those who are identified as academically gifted. Aspects of character, for example, are likely of paramount importance .
Jul 23 2013: Fritzie:
Thank you for your detailed note. And yes, I am aware that there are many resources, including NAGC and Hoagies. But as a parent, and not an educator, I often find the research overwhelming.
I see that I may not have been clear in my intent, but I am hoping to start the conversation about being a parent of a gifted child - and include some great resources along the way - but to offer support, mentoring and dialogue. I know my child is stimulated at school, and there is so much more available, but I'm never sure if we are on the right path, or what other opportunities are available. Thank you in advance for your feedback.
Jul 23 2013: Have you looked at all specifically at forums for parents of gifted kids to discuss parenting and educational issues pertinent to gifted children?
I think you will find more people with expertise in that subject on such a forum than you will here.
I happen to be a specialist in this area and will look for potentially useful forums. There is one for parents of profoundly gifted, but most gifted kids do not have as specialized needs as that. Do you use any of the forums Hoagies suggests?
How old is your son?Aug 18 2013: This is a description of what I was taught to look for in a gifted student.
Like I mention in my previous comment, this is not necessarily the type of student that gets placed in the gifted program in our school district. It is very rare to find a gifted student.....that fits the mensa description. But many schools still hire one teacher who is gifted certified by the state to give special attention to these extraordinary kids.....and many other academically advance students get exposed to the gifted curriculum as a result......usually there is room for around 20 to a class.
Like I mentioned before, in all my years of teaching, I only had one gifted student, who really met the description of mensa.
I would be interested to hear from other teachers on here who have had gifted kids in the elementary classroom.....primary grades especially. I would love to learn how the gifted program worked at your schools.
And, if any of you teachers are from other countries, does a gifted curriculum exist in your country?Aug 17 2013: Barb,
I am the mom of a child (now in his 40s) who was labeled "gifted". In my perception, ALL children are gifted, and it is up to us, as parents and adults to recognize how each and every child is "gifted". Some may excel at sports, academics, music, etc., etc. Both of my children excelled in many activities, and I perceive them as children/adults who were/are genuinely exploring the life experience.
What is the benefit in separating these kids from everyone else with the label "gifted"? It is good to recognize their abilities and talents, and ALL children need a stimulating, supportive environment to grow, learn and develop.Aug 17 2013: Flowers open.
Fruits ripen.
If there is Gifted, there is Non-Gifted. You must examine this issue more deeply. It is not what you perceive. Question your beliefs. Doubt is the other side of Faith. As equally powerful. As equally transformative.
Aug 17 2013: There are certain children that are very different from the norm.......the true "gifted" child......at least the one identified as such by the school system, needs to be pulled out of the regular classroom and given special attention.
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He is not satisfied with the kind of education given in the regular classroom......he is an explorer, investigator, instigator, has unquenchable thirst for knowledge.....deep deep knowledge of subjects.
He or she is endlessly asking questions that absorb the teacher's time.......and in her quest to deal with him, the teacher must ignore the rest of the class.
I am not sure I can do justice to the definition of a truly gifted child.
Their curriculum is usually very challenging......and the way they are taught in their pull-out program is very different from the regular class..........again, because they need a special kind of learning environment.
In all my years of teaching, I have had only one such student.
It was such a relief when he was taken to his 'gifted' class on Friday.......he wore me down.......it's like he needed a teacher all to himself.
The other children just could not relate to him.......back then we did not use the term autistic...but looking back, perhaps he had some form of autism......and also attention deficit disorder......but boy, was he a wiz kid............Herman.........that was his name........I'll never forget him.
Today, at least here in my state, the gifted program is just a program that pulls out the smarties from their regular class and makes them feel more important than the rest.......usually the kids that stay feel like they are not 'good enough'...........this way of implementing gifted, in my opinion, leaves much to be desired.
True gifted children could very well attend a special school, or have special classes.
Kids who pull all A's, are just smart.....not necessarily gifted......in the way this word was used originally in schools.
And yes.....all humans are gifted...kids included :)
Aug 17 2013: I agree Mary that the child labeled "gifted" may be an explorer, investigator, instigator, has an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, etc.
I do not agree that this child's questions absorb the teacher's time so the teacher must ignore the rest of the class. In my son's 4th grade, a very special "gifted" teacher learned about how to deal with my son and other "gifted" children in her classroom, and it was a win/win situation for everyone.
I do not agree that a child labeled "gifted" needs a teacher all to themselves. They need to learn that there are many kids/adults like them, and it is interesting to learn to interact with all people.
Mary, you are saying that "gifted" children have autism??? How is that helpful? You also label him with attention deficit disorder??? When will you stop trying to diagnose in this on line forum???
When the "smarties", as you refer to them, are pulled out of their regular class and made to feel "more important than the rest", as you say, how does that impact the rest of their lives? And how does that impact their peers? Eventually, they have to deal with the real world, which does not necessarily reward those who have some kind of label. I agree with you....this way of implementing "gifted", leaves much to be desired.
True "gifted" children, which most children are naturally, need to learn to get along in the real world.Jul 24 2013: Yes, Mensa is a great resource, and there are so many other good resources (and thank you all for sharing)
But what I would really like to see a place where I can begin to understand what the 21st century skills are - beyond what the schools are currently teaching - what kind of jobs will our children have in the next 20, 30 or 40 years.
Jul 26 2013: Books. All the best ideas are carefully worked out, explained and deconstructed in books. When a child reads a book they are being tutored by the author. In this way it is very inexpensive and convenient to get your child the best tutors in the world.Jul 24 2013: Adesh - I love this comment - and often think about this when I watch my 12 year old reading Archie comics while hanging upside down on the couch. Nurturing talents is a goal, but raising a happy well adjusted kid will always come first!Jul 24 2013: Lejan - yes, you are correct and I am mistaken. If someone is talented, he doesn't need to be a leader.Jul 24 2013: I just watched the newest talk from TED.So profound and touching:)
http://www.ted.com/talks/roberto_d_angelo_francesca_fedeli_in_our_baby_s_illness_a_life_lesson.htmlJul 24 2013: There weems to be a good deal of energy devoted to that in MensaJul 24 2013: I have been experiencing parenting work all:parenting children is our parents resposibility in daily life.I found it is also one part of parents' life.children sound like our extending lives,when I see them I memory and reflect mine.Jul 24 2013: A word of caution in raising kids
In search of excellence never loose the ordinaryJul 23 2013: The goal of my meetup/blog/FB page was ultimately to have a support group in Toronto, for parents, as none exist.
My son is sharp, but not profoundly gifted - as that would entail a whole new set of challenges.
At the end of the day, although I can always learn more, we have learnt, through trial and error, how to parent our gifted child (who is 12, going on 40!). But I hope to be a resource for parents of younger chidlren too, especially since the gifted program in our city doesn't begin until grade 4, with parents left on their own for many years before.
I don't plan on being an advocate for gfited education, as ABC (association for bright children) covers that.
I need to spend some more time on Hoagies - like all of us, trying to juggle work and everything else!
Thank you for your continued feedback. Sincerely, BarbJul 23 2013: HI Mary:
I just started a support group in Toronto for parents of gifted kids. So I will give you a link to my blog, which answers your question.
We live in Toronto, so he is in a gifted program, which I think is like the magnet program in the US. He takes chess ad math weekly and was the top scorer in several contests this past year. He is currently at day camp (space, then tech) and as a top scorer in the Math League, will be going to Stanford in a few weeks (very exciting).
Jul 23 2013: Can't wait to visit your blog.....thanks!!
I'm a teacher by the way....Jul 23 2013: Barb, when did you discover your child was gifted?
And what particular program is he involved in?


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Hi folks,
I've been wandering around the forums for quite a while. Lots of good information.
Here's the situation:
I'm planing on building a log splitter over the next while, as the $$ permit. I purchased a Miller 140 (yes, I know, definitely underated for this project), and also have various tools including cut off saw and angle grinder.
I figure that my next investment is going to by an O/A kit, as cutting and pre-heating is going to be necessary....
Anyhow, now to the question:
My design is going to need me to rip square tube (6" and 8") along its length. Given the tools that I have, I'm thinking that spending lots of time and wheels with the angle grinder. However, I would like to have as straight of a cut as possible.
Any comments and/or ideas?
Thanks in advance!
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03-26-2009, 06:50 AM #1Junior Member
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Buy channel instead?
If those are not options, you can get abrasive wheels for a skil-saw.
With that, you could maybe rig up some kind of a cutting guide
to run the saw parallel to one face of the tube. Or perhaps
make a stand or fixture that holds the saw in place and you feed
the tube, against a fence, into the saw - sort of like a table saw
for wood.
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For cutting I would suggest a metal cutting blade in a sabre saw. Clamp a straight edge to the tube and go to town. Cut slow so you don't burn up the blade and use oil for lube.
I wouldn't recommend an abrasive blade in a circular saw unless it has a metal blade guard. The sparks can melt and destroy a plastic one. The dust is also very abrasive and is hard on bearings.
A possible work around for your underpowered (for this project) welder. What I used to do was do all the cutting, fitting, grinding, rust removal, and whatever other cleaning and joint prep needed done and tack it all together then take it to the weld shop, ready to be welded. Since all they had to do was lay the beads, it didn't take long, so it didn't cost much.
Sometimes if I was there first thing, before they got started on something else. It only cost me a dozen donuts that I always brought.
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If you posted up your location, there may be a member willing to cut it for you with a plasma.
If you're close to eastern VA, I'd be happy to split it for you with the Hypertherm PM 1250. Would take longer to set up a straightedge than it would to make the cut.
The 8" Milwaukee metal cut saw would also do a nice job on that piece.
A 140A mig is not the welder for building a log splitter, no matter how much preheat you use. Seems like a lot of trouble to go thru only to have the welds fail due to insufficient penetration. Log splitters (at least all those that I've used) create extreme pressures.
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or buy slotted tubing.....
They probably have a drop they would sell you!
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Well! I relpied to this but the moderator has to approve it. It might be because of the link I attached....
anyway, do a seard for slotted square tubing. Call the mill and see if they can sell you some drops!
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It would be easier to find a different plan, would it not???
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Thanks for the ideas folks....
I'm sort-of sold on the design for the splitter - it's a two-way unit.
I do like the idea of doing all of the fitup, and then taking it to a shop to be welded. I enjoy doing the fab work anyhow - granted I was looking forward to the welding too.
Maybe I'll luck in and locate a stick welder that would suit the project.
Thanks again!
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I have split 1.5" x 3" x 3/16" rectangular tubing with a Skilsaw and an abrasive blade. I built a fence and made about 3 light cuts on each side. Don't cut all the way through before cutting the opposite side. You can then take a saber saw to the thin section remaining. I only cut 4 foot long pieces, but it worked for me.Ray


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Anyone else making a gingerbread house?
I've been inhaling Google Images. I like the houses with window cutouts, and I even saw a little front step overhang held up by candy sticks. I'm also keen on doing a snow covered mountain behind the house (the going plan is pile up some candy and cover it in icing and powdered sugar) and I'm considering a forest of meringue mushrooms, which I've made before for a bûche de nöel. Anyone else? Ideas/pictures/blueprints/icing recipes welcome :-)
Just finished the annual Gingerbread House party with 5 kids (ages 3-12)!
Cheated this year with a cutter kit - made things uniform so none of the kids complained that "hers is better!"
Icing - we assembled and decorated everything with a big bowl of basic royal icing - no measurements, I just dumped half a dozen egg whites in to the KA mixer and beat them til they were a little frothy, added a splash of white vinegar and then mixed in enough powdered sugar to make a fairly stiff icing. Used some in a piping bad with a very small cut in the end (no metal tip) - if you pipe a little blob on the eaves and pull away, you've got perfect icicles! All the extra got spread on the boards and sprinkled with coconut for snow.
I loved the picture I saw with Shredded Wheat as a thatched roof. Someday I'm going to do a custom designed big one, but that's probably going to have to wait until my sous chefs are a little older.
re: tacosandbeer
I love the candy cane details :-) Royal icing is really the gold standard for sturdiness, isn't it? Any idea whether it's safe to eat after sitting out for days/weeks? I'd really like the whole thing to be edible.
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I've struggled w/ the edibleness of royal frosting. I'd eat it but mostly the kids eat them and they sit out for quite some time at room temperature. But, I've played with different frostings and it works best. When you come down to it, cookies sitting out for that long just don't taste good!
re: jvanderh
Agree with chowser below - although there's nothing inedible, I'm not so sure you'd WANT to!
The dough I use is low on sugar, high on spices (I'm talking tablespoons of cinnamon, cloves and ginger per batch) and engineered for sturdiness - it does suffer in a humid enviroment, though, gets a little soft. Smells great when the room warms up, though!
It has been many years since I've done a gingerbread house, which was a Saturday afternoon project I did with my good friend's little ones so she and her husband could have a weekend to do their shopping and have a night off. I made the walls of the house ahead of time and got an array of decorative items, but the kids chose the decor. The house was the kids' present to their parents for Christmas.
I also like the cut out windows and made "glass" panes from lightly caramelized sugar. I recall shredded wheat for a thatched roof cottage, burnt sugar peanuts as bricks for the path, pretzels for some half-timber type details. It's been so long, I'm going to have to try and remember.
re: Terrie H.
I cheat on the stained glass windows and use Jolly Ranchers. The funniest part is seeing kids w/ their faces/tongues pressed against the windows. I've done parties w/ kids and their contribution is to bring their favorite candies/decorations or leftover Halloween candy. It adds up fast to buy bags of decorations and the kids are excited to see theirs in use.
re: chowser
You are so right -- it can add up getting all the bits to decorate. Please tell me how you used the Jolly Ranchers for windows -- always love a cheat that works!
re: Terrie H.
I just cut out the windows, put in the Jolly Ranchers and bake. Different colors meld but are still distinct. If you want to control the color/thickness, you can crush them first but it works fine if you don't. Caramelized sugar is much nicer but this is easy.
re: chowser
But you have stained glass!! Love it.
re: Terrie H.
I love both ideas! I have a handful of stale Jolly Ranchers left from Halloween, so that's perfect. I bet there are a lot of cool ways to use hard crack sugar. A big slab of clear stuff or dyed blue might make a really cool pond. It wouldn't even have to be the right shape because you could edge it with icing and powdered sugar or coconut.
re: jvanderh
Great idea for the pond. And, you could do the green dye/coconut for a little grass around it. I've only done individual houses, never landscapes but that would be fun.
re: jvanderh
I love the blue pond idea!
re: chowser
I do the same, but with crushed Life Savers... looks so nice, doesn't it?
re: chowser
It so does. I walked out of the store thinking "did I really just buy $15 worth of candy for an art project??"
I make a gingerbread house every year. Each year it's different. I have a big board that I use so I am able to create an entire scene. I've created large houses, neighborhoods, downtown scenes. I've done a single home. It's so fun to use your imagination. There are a books with different gingerbread house ideas/scenes, but it's easy enough to come up with your own. I've already planned next year's scene. My ILs lake cottage and surrounding area. I'm going to see how closely I can replicate the entire area.
Here's a picture of this year's scene. Good luck and let your imagination run wild!! Mostly have fun. I do this with my kids each year. It's a great tradition.
re: JKDLady
That's so cool. How did you do the rocks around the pond?
re: JKDLady
Super cool! I love your scene! We try to do something similar but ours is much more hodge podge! We cheat a little and use plastic trees and things from train sets, etc., to add to the effect. It is fun to see how our scenes have evolved as the children grow older. Even the teens like to participate! Probably the best part is remembering prior years' diasasters (houses collapsing because the icing cement hadn't dried enough or too much weight on the roof!). It is a wonderful family activity!
If doing it with young kids who are more interested in decorating, I've always thought this idea sweet: http://www.marthastewart.com/270209/c...
re: limoen
Those ideas from Martha are really helpful. I knew there was a reason I bought Necco wafers- shingles!! I LOVE the candy stick/gumdrop streetlights. The candycane sled runners are brilliant. I had wanted a sled for my snowy hill but wasn't sure how to do it.
I'm sorry to report that my gingerbread house had certain, eh, fatal architectural deficiencies. But I thought I'd give a postgame analysis in case anyone else is still making one.
I used a corn syrup + sugar hard candy recipe to make a pond, and cooked just to hard crack stage so that it wouldn't turn brown. It looked pretty good, but would probably also look really cool with a drop of blue coloring added as you approach temperature. A cookie sheet lined with parchment works well to pour the candy onto.
Use the leftover candy liquid to make awesome looking and surprisingly sturdy icicles (just drip it off a spoon) and ice puddles.
Next time I will make the gingerbread thicker, probably 1/4 inch, bake until cooked but soft, trim against template, then continue baking on very low temperature until unequivocally hard and dry. My pieces were too misshapen to be glued together easily and were prone to breaking. It's fairly warm and very humid here, so that may have contributed also.
The awning and gazebo held up by candy sticks were really cool. However I recommend making the gingerbread house the same height as the sticks, because cutting them made them unstable even after filing the cut end with an emory board. I would also try putting indentations in the bottom of the gingerbread piece for the candy sticks to sit in, half the thickness of the gingerbread pieces.
The crushed hard candy did make really cool windows, with a couple caveats: it's better to put piles of color rather than mix them up (separate the pieces into piles of the same color, don't mix them together) otherwise they bleed together into clearish brown. Also however you do it they melt all over the edges of the window. The undersides of the gingerbread pieces had pock marks, so I couldn't just flip over the pieces. If you want to coat your house in snow, though, no big deal. I think they only take around 5 minutes in the oven to melt, so I might try adding them after trimming the pieces.
If you're making an awning, I recommend making the front of the house in two pieces, as a shorter rectangle + a triangle. That way, the edge of the awning can sit between the rectangle and the triangle and add stability.


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