How do you fix a bent light socket after removing a broken light bulb?
Q. I removed a broken light bulb in a hanging light fixture but unfortunately bent the socket enough so a new light bulb will not screw in all the way. Is there a product that would screw in the socket to reshape it? Removing the socket looks nearly impossible the way the fixture is built and replacing the light fixture will be expensive.
Asked by Dominic W - Thu Dec 6 15:36:29 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I think you'll need to replace the whole thing. I've never heard of a re-shaper. You might try one of those plug extensions that screw into a bulb recepticle, it may be strong enough that you can really twist it and re-shape the receiver. You've seen those ugly extensions that add a plug in bathrooms with no plugs, just lights. Try one. good luck.
Answered by jyconan - Thu Dec 6 15:42:54 2007

Why do ratchet socket sets come in cases which always break?
Q. I bet your socket set case is broken. Either the hinges or the clasps. And they often put grooves in for adaptations which cross over other tools.
Asked by Narky - Wed Sep 12 20:37:35 2007 - - 10 Answers - 1 Comments

A. good question,they make a socket set that cost well over 200 bucks and three times opening it the case breaks,they do this to cut cost or something,it really doesn't make any sense,i think the case should last as long as the sockets do,you,d think with the price we pay for some of these tools that the cases would last a lot longer,but they don't,and you usually cant buy a replacement case,but if a socket breaks,you can buy a new one of them,or they,ll replace it free of charge,its all about production right now,the more they make of them the more they can sell,maybe someday will get cases that will out last the tools,hopefully,good luck .we can hope.
Answered by dodge man - Wed Sep 12 20:46:54 2007

How to do earthing for a 3 pin socket?
Q. I would like to have a temporary solution for earthing an electric socket. is it sufficient to connect the ground pin of the socket to the earth using a copper wire ? should that be bare wire or rubbered wire? . I would like an answer from a knowledgeable electrician. thanks.. Regardless of the meaning , i like to know if it solves the purpose. My computer when I plugged in giving small shocks. Also there is no law in our place as to how should the wiring go.
Asked by indra_n - Thu Sep 18 05:44:58 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Check your main panel for a bare grounding wire. Trace it along to find where the electrician bonded the main service. It sounds like your house is pretty old, which leads me to believe you have some kind of metal water pipes. Usually this is a very good primary ground. Purchase a water pipe clamp for the size that is nearest the location you want to ground. Pull a coated wire (sizing according to the existing circuit, usually 14 gauge thhn will do) to the new 3 prong receptacle. This is not anything but a temporary fix! This is not anything you should feel is a "good idea," but it's better than getting electricuted. Ideally everybody should call a qualified electrician for proper installation. I don't feel good about helping over the… [cont.]
Answered by Chuck E - Thu Sep 18 13:30:16 2008

How long does it take for a dry socket to close?
Q. I had all my wisdom teeth removed about 2 months ago. I had dry socket in both my lower sockets, but within a few weeks the pain was gone; however, these two months later the sockets are still exposed. I am completely pain free but it is really irritating having to stick irrigate the sockets with water to remove food. I do believe the holes are shrinking slightly as I do not as easily get large pieces of food trapped. Any ideas on how long this _should_ take?
Asked by brazzle - Fri Aug 15 16:49:29 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. the holes take forever to close. i got mine taken out spring break. and i still have the holes in my gums. plus with your dry socket, it would have taken longer now because it wasn't taken care of properly. you have a while. couple months.
Answered by acciokim - Fri Aug 15 16:52:42 2008

What are the chances of getting dry socket 4 days after a wisdom tooth removal?
Q. My teeth are still slightly sore, but nothing horrible. Is it still possible to get dry socket, or am I probably OK by now?
Asked by two_kee_kees - Fri Nov 24 15:46:47 2006 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. slightly sore is normal, my dentist told me that dry socket can happen even weeks afterward. if you get it, you'll definitely know it. the pain went right to the top of my skull!
Answered by punkbun03 - Fri Nov 24 15:53:44 2006

How come when I turn my headphone cable in the socket it goes out in one ear?
Q. When I turn it, it goes out in one ear facing a certain direction in the socket? What's wrong it's kind of annoying when it's bouncing around in my pocket. Is it the headphones or something inside the device (phone) that's making it go out in one ear when I turn the cable in the socket? What's a fix? They are 3.5 mm headphones going through a 3.5 to 2.5 mm adapter for my phone so if anything it would be the adapter not headphones.
Asked by Tom - Sat Mar 21 22:09:29 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It's the jack. The contacts on cheap connectors from the honourable far east quickly lose their springiness. A competent repair man should be able to change it quickly and cheaply.
Answered by dmb06851 - Sun Mar 22 02:52:57 2009

How can i conduct electricity from a socket through an aluminum foil wire?
Q. This may sound stupid but i stuck aluminum foil in an eletric socket. (Im trying to make something) But I touched it(bad idea) and no shock. How do i get the electricity to travel to it?
Asked by AeVAeN - Wed Jul 8 14:37:00 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yep it sounds extremely stupid (sorry but you said it) I did this myself but I was only 10 at the time - what's your excuse?? All joking aside, there are electric plugs for a damned good reason - use a plug if you must do this. You only get a shock (don't know why I'm telling you this because if you try it you won't be able to thank me!) if you touch both the Live and Neutral poles at the same time - There are two or three components to electrical sockets: Earthed: Live, Neutral and earth Un-earthed: Live and Neutral The earthed socket allows a voltage to be sent to earth when there is a fault. There are no sockets on earth that would be safe to stick any sort of metal into other than the proper plug made for the job. Please don't be an… [cont.]
Answered by soundman_jaybee - Thu Jul 9 12:01:15 2009

How do I install a cigarette lighter socket in my car?
Q. I have a Rover 111i which was bought many years ago without a cigarette lighter socket. It would now be really useful to have one, so I can charge my phone and my Sat Nav in the car. I was just wondering how difficult it is likely to be and how to do it. It would also be useful to know, if it is too difficult for me, how expensive a job it is likely to be.
Asked by jon_riley2003 - Fri May 18 10:48:18 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You should have three wires! one will be live and needs to connect to your ignition! One will be a live that connects to your headlight circuit! And the last will be your earth that you connect to the body!
Answered by semisatanic1 - Fri May 18 11:03:19 2007

How do I connect my BT broadband router to an ethernet socket on the wall?
Q. I am in student accommodation, and so have an ethernet socket on my wall - I want to connect my router to this to act as an ethernet hub and broadcast a wireless signal. The only input seems to be a phoneline socket. Is there any way to do this?
Asked by John S - Fri May 15 07:32:19 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I think that you have a modem, that's why you only have a phoneline socket. All routers have an ethernet sockets, so make sure you have a correct routher, othervice you will not be abble to do anythiing with it. Good luck
Answered by oreon197 - Fri May 15 07:40:38 2009

What size socket would you use to take off lug nuts from a car?
Q. I have a 1997 FORD Escort Wagon. Does anyone know the size of the lug nuts and what size socket to use?
Asked by Master of your Computer - Thu May 21 21:18:30 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. try a deep socket 5/8 or 11/16
Answered by Bill - Thu May 21 21:25:08 2009

What food can i eat after having dry socket packed?
Q. I am going to dentist today, i am sure i have dry socket, what can i eat after being packed. Also can i smoke if i have the packing in?
Asked by crazy - Fri Dec 14 09:31:14 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First couple days after being packed, do not drink from straws, do not smoke the suction caused in the mouth by doing either will cause problems with the dry socket healing propperly and can cause infections. Rinse with Listerine or warm saltwater to take any swelling down, and eat things that are soups, soft foods and nothing crunchy. Give your jaw time to rest and adapt to the new conditions for a few days. After that you sould be ok switching to regular foods, just take smaller bites and be very careful which side your chewing on so you don't aggrivate the side with the dry socket. Good Luck!
Answered by aylatroy - Fri Dec 14 09:40:59 2007

Can a dry socket make you sick to your stomach and all over headache?
Q. I think this is either an infection or a dry socket. The pain started in my temple area on day 4. Last night (day 6) my whole head even the back was hurting and I am sooo sick to my stomach. I have a bad taste in my mouth too! What could this be? UPDATE: I believe what was going on was a migraine headache. I had a bad headache last month (nothing like this though) and it sounds like that was the issue...yes was is the word its gone knock on wood. I do have stitches that are starting to pull and become uncomfortable and tomorrow is day 9 and since I am on vacation anyway I am going to call and get them out so I can enjoy the rest of the day...Thank you guys for your answers though!!!
Asked by jill g - Wed Dec 10 02:11:37 2008 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. God yes, I had two dry sockets this summer and it was the most painful thing i've ever experienced. keep the ice pack on it as often as possible and make sure to keep the area clean but Do Not squeeze too hard with the syringe, it will prevent tissue from growing in. good luck, i hope you feel better soon.
Answered by shortskirtlongjacket35 - Wed Dec 10 02:45:51 2008

How I can add a new socket in a room with one socket which is already on a ring circuit and it has a spur?
Q. the only outlet available there has a spur on it,which means I have 3 cables out of that point. I want to put a cable behind the skirting board and add a socket on the other wall.
Asked by Ebraham P - Wed Jul 16 07:56:54 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Kill the power to your existing socket in that room, after lifting the floorboards etc, remove the faceplate from the existing socket and rerun one of the 2.5mm twin and earth cables from that socket to your new position for the extra socket, run a new piece of 2.5m twin and earth cable between the two sockets, reinstate both socket faceplates and test after renergizing the ring main cicuits as both sockets are now on the same ring main, you could even turn them both into double 13amp sockets if you wish as it is still the same wiring, you don't need to worry about part " P " of the buiulding regs, as you are only altering an existing circuit.
Answered by t.rex80 - Wed Jul 16 14:33:52 2008

How much does it cost for an electrician to convert one ungrounded socket into a grounded socket in my house?
Q. My room only has two-pronged outlets and I was wondering how much it would cost for an electrician to convert the outlet into a properly grounded 3-prong outlet. Is there a lot of work involved, such as going underneath the house or tearing up the walls? For one socket, how many hours of work would it usually take? What would be the cost of such work? -Thanks!
Asked by thorie79 - Mon Apr 21 18:51:24 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You would have to run a new wire from your electrical panel to the new socket. This has to be bonded to earth ground. You would have to make sure there is a ground in your present system. This can be a very labor intensive job, because it would involve running new wire. While you are at it, you probably should upgrade your electrical panel. Do you now have a breaker system? If not, you should. All things considered, I would write down what you want to have done, and invite a minimum of three electricians over to bid the job. It's impossible to give you a cost, because electrical rates are different across the country.
Answered by Bare B - Mon Apr 21 19:18:19 2008

What do you do if you splash oil over a plug and socket?
Q. I had my digital radio plugged in and splashed oil over the plug- some I think went into the socket. When I pulled the plug out the forks were oily. What is the best way to clean the plug without getting water into the inside? Can I still use the socket - I'm worried it may have oil traces.
Asked by Trail of Havoc - Sat Dec 9 13:30:54 2006 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You need to change the outlet. There is no way to safely clean the inside. Some oils have contaminants that conduct electricity, so you can't guarantee that it's not a hazard.
Answered by Mada - Sat Dec 9 14:05:10 2006

How does putting two electrical items into the same plug socket work?
Q. What I mean is how is there still enough electricity when three or four items are plugged into the same socket. You'd need to use more batteries for more items for example.
Asked by Rowan - Tue May 20 10:54:08 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Look at the wire coming into the house fuse box. That determines how much electricity by amperes. Old houses have 100 amp and new 200 amp available due to the increase in electrical appliances we have today. From the fuse box it is branched out like piping for water. So, conventionally, each branch circuit can supply 20 amps of power. You plug in a lamp with a 100 watt bulb and that takes 1 amp. 19 amps left, plug in a toaster which uses 15 amps and you'd have 3 amps left and if you plugged in something that took 4 amps., the circuit breaker would trip or fuse blow. That's the general idea but there is alot more to wireing than that. Hope that helped.
Answered by Arizona fun - Tue May 20 11:11:11 2008

How much will it cost to get an extra electrical socket installed in my room by an electrician?
Q. I am planning on getting an extra electrical socket installed in my room, because there currently is only one. How much would this usually cost for an electrician to install it? What is the process of doing so? Thanks! To add, there is no basement below, but there is a closet right next to the wall I want it installed in. As I said, I am having an electrician do it.
Asked by JackieC - Mon Jan 29 15:58:29 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Electricians *should* charge somewhere in the neighborhood of 40-65 per hour. Accessibility for wiring, wall materials, distance to another outlet, condition of existing electrical and so forth can all play a role in determining the cost. The cheapest would probably be to have a surface mounted wall conduit run to a surface box from another outlet, but that is not too attractive.
Answered by Amanda H - Mon Jan 29 16:10:56 2007

how easy is it to disconnect a double plug socket?
Q. I have an outside lean to area with a plug socket that is parallel with another plug socket on the opposite side of the wall in the kitchen area, there is also a wire coming through the wall leading upto a switch then a light in the lean to area, both i want to remove. Is it easy to just disconnect the socket (once the mains electricity is off) or does it get complicated?
Asked by willywinkle - Tue May 6 06:52:53 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. theres only three wires in the back but do make sure the power is off and that you make sure the wire were you removed the socket is safe
Answered by Jim C - Tue May 6 07:03:51 2008

Is it dangerous to use a three socket extension cord with a two outlet connection?
Q. I'm worried about the empty third socket of the extension cord. If I want to cut off the third empty socket of the extension cord somehow, what would be the best way to do that? With electrical tape?
Asked by thrifty - Sat Mar 28 01:17:21 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

How long does it take a dry socket to heal?
Q. I got all for wisdom teeth removed on Fri. and ended up with one dry socket last night. Based on everyones experience, how long does it take for the dry socket to heal up?
Asked by wdpbball4life - Wed May 23 19:38:06 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hmm my gums stopped bleeding by the end of the day and stopped hurting by the next day.
Answered by Elizabeth B - Wed May 23 19:41:33 2007