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  1. Patrick G

    Help me spend $5000! Photos + details inside.

    Okay, now that I have pretty much decided to convert to projector, I need suggestions on how to spend $5000 to get the best possible projector and screen. Below are a couple of photos of the room, along with key characteristics/dimensions: Distance from Viewing Wall to Sofa Seat Back: 14.5 ft...
  2. Patrick G

    Please help me with a mounting solution!

    We just moved into a new house. Below is a photo of the stacked stone fireplace over which I plan to place a Samsung UN46D8000 (Dimensions 41"W x 23.6"H x 1.2"D). However, I need help in determining which mount is going to work best for me. Ideally, I would like to avoid having to drill into the...
  3. Patrick G

    Need lighting idea(s) for back patio!

    When I use the overhead light I get too many bugs, not to mention it's not very pleasing. I was thinking of wrapping the post there in Christmas-style lights, but can you find those anywhere during this time of year? Any other lighting ideas for this area?
  4. Patrick G

    Question for those w/kids...

    Question for those with 2 or more kids… We have a newer 3-bedroom house. We also have a 4-month old boy, and are expecting a little girl in August (the boy was adopted). In the house, my wife and I are occupying 1 bedroom, the boy is in his own room (the nursery), and we have a furnished...
  5. Patrick G

    Question about hooking up a new refrigerator...

    I just moved into a brand new house (new construction). I had ordered a new fridge, which just arrived. I'll mention there is a simple Culligan water filter installed under the sink, along with a goose neck faucet for drinking water. I see blue hose running from the Culligan system. In the spot...
  6. Patrick G

    Need some advice regarding clothes dryer!

    I have a problem. Just bought a brand new house. However, 1 problem… The utility room is right off of the garage, so there’s a door from the utility room directly to the garage. The room is similar to THIS where the door opens up into the room. The problem is, the area is not very deep, and...
  7. Patrick G

    Any car mechanics in the house?

    I've got a 2002 Hyundai Accent with 47K miles that just started making a noise. I'm pretty sure all the belts are fine, so I'm not sure what this could be. Thought someone might be able to take a listen and let me know if it's indicative of anything. I recorded about 30 seconds of me starting...
  8. Patrick G

    Please recommend a sub-$1750 HDTV!

    I'm looking for the best combination of size and quality in a widescreen for under $1750. Any recommendations?
  9. Patrick G

    Question on making my house payment...

    Our mortgage company sent me a letter about its “Loan Accelerator Program” whereby instead of making my mortgage payment once a month, they would automatically deduct it from my checking account not once a month, but half the amount twice a month, and this would allow me to pay off the loan much...
  10. Patrick G

    Need a bright idea...

    I have attached a gate latch catch for my privacy fence gate to my neighbor's fence post, as you can see below. I have 2 problems. First of all, that vinyl post is hollow, there is no wooden post inside, at least not at that height, so I need some sort of screw/glue, whatever, to better secure...
  11. Patrick G

    Did ANYONE get Letterman last night on their hard drive?

    Paris Hilton was on... But my aunt and uncle were also there, and on camera, so I need a screenshot! Anyone?
  12. Patrick G

    Student Loan Consolidation Options?

    Can anyone recommend a web site/service with good information on consolidating student loans, or recommend someone to do it? I assume now is the best time to do it with the low interest rates.
  13. Patrick G

    *** Official COLD MOUNTAIN Discussion Thread

    Sorry if this has been discussed before. Especially given her recent critical and commercial success, not to mention the fact that she's atop many "Most Powerful Actress in Hollywood" lists, how does Nicole Kidman take second billing to Jude Law in the upcoming Cold Mountain? Is her part...
  14. Patrick G

    Need some big time resume advice!

    Ok, I'm a 30-year old who is graduating in December with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems. My question is whether my resume should have an educational focus or an experience focus. I'm worried that my experience will show my age, and that will hurt my chances at getting an...
  15. Patrick G

    Anyone have problems with "I Spy"?

    I just finished watching "I Spy" and every time subtitles appeared for the non-english speaking parts it would engage all subtitles. Three separate times I had to stop and go into the menu to disable subtitles after this happened. Anyone else?
  16. Patrick G

    Help! I need an idea for a TV show.

    We're playing network executive in business class, and I need to bring in 3 ideas for new primetime TV shows, in this format: Title: "Bud and Thelma" Concept: One hour, Drama. Bud is a truck driver and CIA operative. Thelma is a rodeo clown. She is also secretly married to Bud. Ride the...
  17. Patrick G

    2 Tech Craft SF50 Audio Cabinets - MINT!

    Tech Craft combines easy assembly with a sleek look to make an affordable, durable audio cabinet. The SF50-2 Audio Rack features five shelves and a swivel base, for convenience. The SF50-2 has a tempered glass door, recessed casters and a breathable back cloth to provide ample ventilation for...
  18. Patrick G

    FS: Philips Pronto TSU2000 - BRAND NEW!

    Brand New. $210 shipped.
  19. Patrick G

    FS: Philips Pronto TSU2000 ** $170 **

    Philips Pronto TSU2000 Remote Control. Screen is in perfect condition. Case is in excellent condition. Includes software, cable and manual. $170 + shipping. Link Removed
  20. Patrick G

    A few quick DishPVR 501 questions...

    1. Can you record one program while watching another? 2. Can you record more than 1 program at a time? 3. How much recording time does the receiver allow? 4. Can you record a program while playing a recorded event?
  21. Patrick G

    Finally, topless DVD menus have arrived!

    Now these are what I call bonus features: Link Removed
  22. Patrick G

    Do you have the July issue of Audio/Video Interiors?

    If so, would you please email me. Thanks! [email protected]
  23. Patrick G

    New record for broken street date?

    I just picked up Pearl Harbor: Vista Series Director's Cut this afternoon from my local B&M. This is about a month early, no?
  24. Patrick G

    *** Official 'THE BOURNE IDENTITY' Discussion Thread

    Why, when there is such immense pressure on a film to do big box office, especially the first weekend, would Universal choose not to advertise the fact that Julia Stiles is in this one? I mean, if you blink while watching the trailers, you will miss her. She's a huge star now, even proving that...
  25. Patrick G

    Who's signature is this?

    I'm looking for an avatar I found in a member's signature, but I can't remember the member or where I saw it. If I remember correctly, it's a black and yellow animated gif that deals with "Wider is Better" or something to do with Widescreen. Help.
  26. Patrick G

    WANTED: Dances With Wolves 2-Disc DTS

    I'm willing to buy or trade for a BRAND NEW, SEALED copy of this.
  27. Patrick G

    Top 5 commentaries?

    I need something to watch tonight, and I've been in the mood for commentaries lately. I've watched 3 the past 3 nights. What are considered to be some of the very best, like maybe a top 5 or 10, commentaries out there?
  28. Patrick G

    Need proof that progressive scan is better... (for J. 6pack)

    Can someone please point me to a great visual comparison between progressive scan and interlaced dvd so that I can show my joe sixpack neighbor the advantages of prog. scan?
  29. Patrick G

    Has anyone seen Crush w/Andie MacDowell?

    If so, any good?
  30. Patrick G

    Can I share my Dish hardware/programming with my duplex neighbor?

    We live in a duplex, and the couple that share it with us are getting into home theater. He just bought a 65" Mitsu HDTV and asked for my advice for getting hooked up with either Dish or DirecTV. I have the Dish 6000 and 2 dishes for pulling in both the SD and HD programming from all 3 birds...
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