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How to remove bugle screws from stair treads ?
"Merbau". One of several species also called "Ironwood".
Holy COW - those are amazingly long bugle-head screws for stair tread, unimaginably long for that purpose. There must be some special reason for using such long screws...?
At any rate... you're doing it just as I'd be doing it if I was removing them - try to unscrew them. Some may break - there's nothing to do about that. If they break off badly, leaving part of the threaded shank buried in the tread, you may have to pry up the tread (after removing at least all of the screw heads) as best you can, then you may possibly have to grind off the broken-off screw shanks.
The problem is primarily one of the wood the screws are threaded into, behind the treads. The screws are apparently really hanging onto that wood, so the torque of removing them is not as great as their friction against the wood they're screwed into, but is great enough to break them.
The only suggestion I can offer is... if you can get one to turn at all, turn it slowly and as continuously as possible. Your worst enemy here is a slow squeaking or rattling sound - that's shock waves moving back & forth through the screw, and it increases the likelihood of breaking the screw. Turn as continuously as possible because static friction (the friction of one motionless object against another motionless object) is greater than dynamic friction (the friction of two objects moving against each other), so there's less stress on the screw as long as it's kept moving. Keep it SLOW because the screw will be heating up as you remove it - thanks to friction again. The hotter the screw gets, the more it weakens and the more it expands & binds against the wood it's screwed into.
Slow. Continuous. And... expect to break some.
I would like to learn martial arts
Then you need self defense training not karate. Karate is martial art art being the key word here, it's useful for self-defense but often is more of a hobby, way of keeping fit.
you don't want a jogging buddy to help you prepare for a marathon.
Most karate styles will be thought for months before you'll be allowed to fight, sparring will not provide you with real life situations that you may want to protect yourself in and you'll not be able to aim to cause harm, to another student wearing single layer of thick cotton.
9/7/2017 8:38:22 PM •
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on Sep 07, 2017
How to make a ninja star
start with metal and cut the shape ( there is many shapes ,4 pointed star , 5 pointed etc ) heaver ones fly long distance and have power when they hit the target lighter ones can penetrate deeply into closer targets but lack accuracy for longer distance so after you pick what type you want to make as in 4 or 6 shaped ones and also the lightness you need to cut out a template in the metal that you will use , hacksaw , grinder , etc after the rough shape is cut you will need to file down and bad spots and make the points sharp also giving each star point a knife edge thats just about it , you can also use 4 small kitchen knifes removing the handles and drilling a hole through each knife so that they can be joined together using a rivet or small nut and bolt giving you a easy way but similar product , also a spiked throwing tool in the same shape is easy to make and gives a good result
2/10/2017 11:53:57 AM •
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on Feb 10, 2017
How to choose a martial arts training centre in toronto?
Yes you can usually sit and watch most martial arts while they go through that particular nights training keeping in mind if that style suits you . the variety in the different styles and teaching methods varies greatly , so I suggest do a bit of searching on line youtube is a start and it has many many vids to watch and can help you with the sort of system that you favor , next will be looking in you area for someone that offers that style and thats where you can sit in and watch .here is some things to consider......is the training method a realistic one ? just doing carters or the form behind the system will bore you and not give you the opportunity to have a person attack you and defend and counter , you will have to train for at least one to two years before you can get street effective depending on the teaching and style and most people on average dont last 6 months before quitting , I am also of the opinion that its not so much as one style is better than the other but more of who can execute their style more correct therefore making them the better martial artist ,I picked Ninjutsu to train in ( Togakure Ryu under Grandmaster Hatsumi ) and enjoyed it very much reaching 4TH degree Black Belt and also instructing , while many of my other friends were involved in other styles, we were all working in security and clubs etc and had respect for each other regarding what martial art we trained in .You do need a intelligent school owner to train under not just a sheep , one that has their pupils best interests at heart ,meaning realistic training , giving you value for your dollars spent ,keeping training as safe as possible ,sharing all knowledge when appropriate and not with holding particular aspects of the style or keeping you in the dark ,If your instructors have a open mind then they to will see that other systems also have merit, these things are not the technical side of martial arts but can make for a great instructor or a poor one . the rest is up to you go and find one enjoy the journey and spiritual growth and empowerment ! best of luck
2/10/2017 11:34:08 AM •
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on Feb 10, 2017
Is Jade Helm for real?
I found this while typing jade helm on Google: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/checkpoint/wp/2015/09/14/remember-jade-helm-15-the-controversial-military-exercise-its-over/
6/30/2016 8:14:02 PM •
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on Jun 30, 2016
How to get the black belt
1. Join a martial arts location.
2. Warm up and stretch before engaging in physical activity.
3. Perfect basic kicks and punches.
4. Remember poomses, katas, etc. when you learn them because they might show up on a black belt test.
6/30/2016 8:08:01 PM •
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on Jun 30, 2016
What's the best weapon in martial art?
There isn't one, every weapon has its own advantages and disadvantages and
you should choose the right one for you, the one that will suit your needs and
skills. I personally favor nunchakus because they allow me to control my rival
give me the exact space between my rival so he's out of reach.
1/26/2016 10:56:51 PM •
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on Jan 26, 2016
What is the difference between traditional and modern Nunchakus?
Traditional Nunchaku was typically made from hard wood, such as oak. The modern Nunchaku can be made from wood, as well as other plastic and fiberglass materials. Also, the rope of the traditional Nunchaku was made of horsehair, while the rope of modern Nunchaku is made of nylon or metal.
2/13/2015 5:59:18 AM •
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on Feb 13, 2015
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