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  1. Chris Hovanic

    Custom Closet Gear Rack

    Well after a long time of wanting and planing I almost have my gear rack built. The only thing left to do is band the edges of the shelves, figure out the cooling fans and work on cable management some more. Here are some before pics Here are the after pics The 3 cooling fans are...
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    Car top cargo holds

    Well were planing a road trip to Disneyland this summer and Im looking at purchasing a Car top cargo box. I have found info on Thule and Yakia and was looking for some opinions of these products. I think we are going to stick around 16 cubic feet. (how many duffel bags will 16 cubic feet...
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    Love at first bite

    [in my best Napoleon Dynamite voice] GROSS!! [/in my best Napoleon Dynamite voice] couple bite off each others fingers And I thought getting my wifes name tattooed on my body was a no no!
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    New User based News Site

    http://digg.com/ This site is great! I check it out daily and find quite a bit of interesting information.
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    Denon 2805 Power Cable

    Well after a long wait I finally got my Denon 2805 (b Stock) from Dakmart. I was so excited to finally have it, I pulled it out of the box and fondled its shiny silver finish while admiring the extensive connections on the back of the unit. I looked through the bag of accessories...
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    So i got a ticket this morn :( .....

    for running a yellow light.... Now when i see a yellow light i make a quick decision on what to do... stop! or if it is not safe to stop I roll on through. Well according to the unmarked state trooper that pulled me over you are "required by law" to stop at yellow lights. So I looked up...
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    JBL/Microsoft TC1000 Take Control Touch Screen Remote

    $25.00 + shipping from 97013 (will ship via USPS) I upgraded this remote with the larger Rat Shack IR's For improved distance. After using this remote for over a year I/The Wife decided that I did not care for a touch screen remote and upgraded to a MX-600. The remote works fine and I...
  8. Chris Hovanic

    My lighted movie poster frame is finally done.

    After weeks and weeks of planing and trying to find time I finally got my light box done. It would have been done 2 days ago but I built the first box the wrong depth :angry: I utilized a front-load frame and used a 24' rope light to provide the lighting. the backing of the light box is a...
  9. Chris Hovanic

    Need Help Choosing an SVS

    Well Im getting real close to upgrading to a SVS and Purchasing a Denon 2805 as well. The Wife actually likes the looks of the Cylinder over the box so that helps my budget quite a bit. Now the two choices I have picked are the 25-31PCi and the 25-31CS+ Now the CS+ is a bit cheeper...
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    Guide for posting on forums

    Found this and had to laugh... This should be required viewing before anyone posts. :D Forum posting guide
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    FS - JBL/Microsoft TC1000 Touch Screen Remote

    JBL/Microsoft TC1000 Remote. $25.00 + Shipping Works like new. Has been upgraded with the replacement IR LEDs to improve its reach. Im selling this for a friend who upgraded to a different remote. Includes cable and CD/Software. ebay id cthovanic and I've done a few transactions here...
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    FS - Sony MDP-333 Laserdisc Player

    Sony MDP-333 Laserdisc Player Used but works very well. The only problem is the door sometimes sticks when you open the tray. Complete with the remote and manual. More info and pictures available upon request. $25.00 + Shipping (would make a smokin deal to someone that would want...
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    FS - Laserdisc Collection

    Laserdisc Collection all are original and have been watched once or twice. Im asking $3.00 each / 5 for $10.00 + Shipping . Im willing to make a deal on larger quanities. I also have the Player for sale as well. Laserdisc Player Thread I will do a local pickup if someone wants to grab the...
  14. Chris Hovanic

    You thought the Stormtrooper suit was cool?

    Tron Costume For some reason I fell outa my chair when I saw this :D
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    HTM MX-500 and PVR

    Anyone here using a mx-500 setup to control their pvr? I am thinking about picking one of these up in the near future but want to be sure it will control my Dish Network PVR-501 with no problems. I want it to control all functions of the PVR (30 sec skip, rewind, pause ect) It would be nice...
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    WTB - 35mm film

    I am looking for some 35mm film. I am filling my 2 reels with film for decoration so I don't really care what movie/trailer is on the film. I'm looking for a good deal. :D I can pay via paypal balance transfer including shipping. I have made a couple of transactions on the HTF and have a...
  17. Chris Hovanic

    Anyone Make Custom Mousepads or T-Shirts

    Was wondering if any HTF members can make screen print t-shirts or mouse pads. Im running into the QTY order problem. I only need 18-20 of either (depending on price) with my logo on them. Its for a bunch of friends that I game with. kind of a non-profit organization. :D Or if anyone...
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    Anyone know where to get a xbox backpack?

    My brother-in-law got one at Fry's and they dont have them any more. Its to tote your xbox and controllers around town. If anyone knows where to get one or if they have one for sale could you please post here? Thanks
  19. Chris Hovanic

    Where's Waldo?

    or better yet... can you spot the "finger"?
  20. Chris Hovanic

    FS - 8 Device Universal Remote - $15.00

    (Click the picture for more pics.) One for all A/V Producer 8 Universal Remote Control Model URC-8080 Control up to 8 Devices Blue Illuminated Keypad Macros and Timer settings You can even re-program buttons to do different commands This remote works great. Some of the silver is worn...
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    Swim-In Theater

    I went to the local Street of Dreams this weekend and I knew one of the houses had a pool (Not many pools in Oregon). When I steped out on the patio next to the pool my ! The pool is under cover and open to the outside on two sides. Built into the back wall is what looked like a 50" plasma...
  22. Chris Hovanic

    Wow... 3 days of hard work and this is what I ended up with....

    Theater Pic Click here for more pictures. Well most of the work is done. Paint, curtains and a bit of sweat. All that is left is finishing up two of my CD shelves and putting together some decorations/wall hangings. Three coats of Plumit (a very dark purple, the pics don't do it...
  23. Chris Hovanic

    HTPC Custom Case

    A friend of mine is going to build a HTPC and plans to use an old TEAC reel to reel his case. The project is just starting and he has little $$$ for the project, but I will keep everyone up to date. Any suggestions/comments would be great. Find Pictures and info here.
  24. Chris Hovanic

    Who is using an Universal Remote with their PVR?

    I have a Dish-network PVR. The remote is great for watching TV but not for my Home Theater Setup. The PVR Remote is RF (nice since my gear is in a closet) and is laid out very nicely with all the PVR buttons arranged nicely. Is anyone using an universal remote? And if so what one? How do...
  25. Chris Hovanic

    Dish Network PVR

    First Off Great forum idea! I have the Dish Network PVR 501, and as Im sure all the tivo and replay owners I am hooked. I watch tv the way I want to watch it. No network exec telling me I can only watch the latest episode of CSI at 9:00pm For those that don't have a pvr. Save your dimes...
  26. Chris Hovanic

    Who Plays Disc Golf

    Just started playing this sport. Most of the courses here in Oregon are still pretty wet. I have been playing with Innova discs. And have played CHAMPOEG STATE HERITAGE AREA and PIER PARK in Portland. Where do you play and what discs do you use?
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    Toshiba 57HDX IR blaster?

    This post kinda spans 2 categories (IMO) Moderators please relocate if I picked the wrong one. :) Do any of you use the IR Blaster out on the back of your set to control gear in a closet? Here is my setup. I have all my gear in the closet about 20' back in the rear of the room (cable...
  28. Chris Hovanic

    Right Angle Component RCA Adaptor

    I just bought some new cables to move all my gear to a closet in the rear of my Theater/Family room. I moved my Toshibia SD3815 DVD changer into the closet and because its so deep I cant place it as close as I would like to the back of the closet. Does anyone make a 75ohm Right Angle adaptor...
  29. Chris Hovanic

    4 Ohm vs 8 Ohm

    I just bought some new(used) Energy Take 5 speakers. I have an Older Technics PL Reciever. Went to wire up the new rear speakers and noticed that they old Technics rears were 4 Ohm speakers not 8..... What happens if I wire up the 8 Ohm speakers? Reciever Die? Is there anything I can do...
  30. Chris Hovanic

    DIY built-in DVD Rack

    I am planing on building a DVD-Rack insert for my existing built-in shelves. Click here to see My Shelves. They are all finished in sheetrock. I want to build somthing simmilar to the Boltz Racks, with the rods that span across the width of the shelf (About 40" +/- 2") and the DVDs/CDs sit on...
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