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by: ckuttner November 29, 2007 8:48 PM PST

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Hacked my vac!

by ckuttner - 11/29/07 8:48 PM

I long for my old days of hacking my Kaypro, changing ROMs, etc. I guess I've settled more into domestic life....

We have a Kenmore vacuum cleaner. It really sucks! By that I mean it works well.

But it has one big problem: It uses two 921 bulbs, little 12VAC incandescent bulbs with a T5 wedge base. They don't like the vibration of the vacuum [why should they, when nature, too, abhors a vacuum?] and die within about 10 minutes of use. They cost $1 at the vacuum store for replacement, which isn't a big expense, but, well how about modern technology?

I searched some, and found https://www.superbrightleds.com/malibu.htm which are 12vac 8-LED lights that just plug into the same sockets. Sure, I could have gone for a fancier light, but lazy & quick is nice.

For $12.90, including shipping, I got two of these bulbs. They're not quite as bright as the originals, but a whole lot brighter than burned-out bulbs. They're very likely to outlast the vacuum. And their cool white looks, well, 21st century.

Hmmm...what do I hack next?


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RE: what do I hack next?

by JP Bill - 11/29/07 9:06 PM

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You body?

A couple l.e.d. implants would be a good conversation starter.

Branding Their Bodies

As people continue looking for new ways to modify their bodies, some wonder what's next.

"I think people are looking into electronic implants," said Smith. In the not-too-distant future, branding may look pretty quaint.


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Try this one

by Willy - 11/29/07 10:27 PM

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If you're looking for ideas, try this website. Plus, review what has already been done and/or items that got attention.

http://www.i-hacked.com/

enjoy -----Willy happy


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What......

by Mac McMullen - 11/29/07 11:44 PM

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.....it won't work without headlights ?


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Why a headlight?

by ckuttner - 11/30/07 5:31 AM

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Sometimes one needs to hack for the art of hacking, it's a Zen thing. Neat to hear about http://www.i-hacked.com/

But vacuum cleaner headlights really do have a purpose. It's possible to just turn on the room lights full, but the headlight, being close to the floor, illuminates crud on the floor in a different way, putting out a shadow to make it more visible.

It's like the trick I use to find dropped small parts: flashlight on the floor shows a lot more than a light from above. [good song title, eh?]

Not that I'm _that_ compulsive a cleaner. If you saw my desks, you'd understand I'm not. But if I'm going to vacuum, I'm going to do it thoroughly.


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(NT) Understand completely.

by Mac McMullen - 11/30/07 6:01 AM

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When I vacuum

by Steven Haninger - 11/30/07 3:16 AM

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I just turn on the lights in the room so I can see. Shop vacs don't come with headlights. Who needs 'em/ happy


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Or leaf blowers

by Angeline Booher Moderator - 11/30/07 4:11 AM

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A couple of weeks ago I was walking my dog. As e passed a house down the street I noticed the front door was standing open, and there was a loud sound coming from inside. I couldn't see the owner's car, so was concerned. I then walked up the driveway next door, and did see the owner's car.

I later learned that the owner was using a leaf blower to "dust". He does have high ceilings and a long balcony overlooking the living room. He said he found the leaf blower method more efficient than a vacuum cleaner hose.

Made sense to me.

We used a wet/dry shop vac for house cleaning on more than one occasion. It's a whiz on hardwood, tile, and vinyl floors. And no worry if there is any water on the floor. Or nails or paper clips.

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