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What do you call someone who makes and repairs shoes?

What do you call someone who makes and repairs shoes? A cordwainer (/ˈkɔːrdˌweɪnər/) is a shoemaker who makes new shoes from new leather. This usage distinction is not universally observed, as the word cobbler is widely used for tradespersons who make or repair shoes. What are shoes makers called? Shoemaking is the process of making footwear. Originally, shoes were made one at a time by hand, often by groups of shoemakers, or cobblers (also known as cordwainers). What is burnishing in shoe making? In shoemaking terminology, burnish is the term for adding an antiqued effect on leather shoes to create...

Lifehacks

What does fibrillation do to the fiber surface?

What does fibrillation do to the fiber surface? Fibrillation is the splitting of fibril bundles and its subsequent exposure to the fiber surface. When abraded in the wet state, these exposed fibrils may form aggregates (as pills) on the fiber ... What does it mean when fabric bursts under pressure? Bursting strength: When the fabric is subjected to pressure, the fabric begins to expand in all the possible directions at the same time. When the applied pressure increases gradually, the fabric begins to burst after crossing a pressure limit. This pressure limit is called bursting strength. What happens to the...

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How big should seam allowance be?

How big should seam allowance be? A 5/8″ (1.5cm) seam allowance is generally considered a standard. As this provides enough extra between the seam line and the cut edge of the fabric to ensure that the layers are all stitched when joining. It is also important for materials that unravel easily. How wide should Facing be? A bias strip of lining fabric can eliminate heavy shaped facings on bulky fabrics. A bias facing should be about 1/2 in. wide when finished. Cut the bias strip twice as wide as the desired finished width plus the width of two seam allowances...

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How are air bags used in a country coach?

How are air bags used in a country coach? Further stabilizing the ride, Country Coach engineers supplied plenty of on-demand air from strategically placed air canisters to the air bags, so that as your coach makes its way around corners and deep curves, the instantaneous delivery of air to one side makes up for movement on the opposing side. Is the country coach front cap for sale? COUNTRY COACH FRONT CAP FOR SALE. VISONE RV IS NOW PARTING THIS RV OUT. CLICK ON THE PICTURE FOR THE RV SALVAGE PARTS FROM THIS INTRIGUE. COUNTRY COACH BASEMENT CARGO DOORS AND MORE....

Miscellaneous

How many watts do I need for 50 amps?

How many watts do I need for 50 amps? 12,000 watts 50-amp 240-volt circuit: 50 amps x 240 volts = 12,000 watts. Does Champion make a 50 amp generator? Features: The Champion 12000 Portable Generator is designed to power in your house or 50 amp RV with ease. How many watts is a 50 amp generator? 12000 watts Not only is 50 greater than 30, but most 50 amp services come with TWO 120 volt hit wires. So, 50 amp times 120 volts times TWO equals 12000 watts! When a generator can produce either 120 volts or 240 volts, it...

Tips

Can a brake chamber leak?

Can a brake chamber leak? A brake chamber should never leak air out of the service or parking brake system. You could have other problems but sounds like a bad new chamber to me. How do I replace an air brake chamber? With a standard ¾-inch wrench, take the chamber caging tool off the side of the brake chamber. Remove the plug from the backside of the chamber. Make sure to position the caging tool into the brake chamber's back, pushing it in as far as it can go. Rotate the caging tool clockwise until it latches into a groove....

Miscellaneous

Can a hay rack be attached to a trailer?

Can a hay rack be attached to a trailer? If the trailer is an all aluminum type trailer, we will weld this to the trailers existing roof rails and weld the ladder as well. If it is a steel trailer, we bolt both hay rack and ladder to the trailer. As labeled, this hay rack has no lid and is “open” on top. Is there a ladder to a hay rack? If it is a steel trailer, we bolt both hay rack and ladder to the trailer. As labeled, this hay rack has no lid and is “open” on top....

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Can you polish aluminum alloy wheels?

Can you polish aluminum alloy wheels? Aluminum alloy can tarnish and rust, unlike clear coated alloy, so these polished are equipped to remove oxidation. For the best results, apply metal polishes to the wheels with a polishing tool, such as Mothers PowerBall Mini MD or the Flitz Polishing Ball. How do you keep Alcoa wheels shiny? LvL ONE®, Mirror Polished and Brushed wheelsRinse with warm water; preferably with a high pressure cleaner.Pour a quantity of ALclean into a bucket and dilute with 1, 2 or 3 parts of water.Recommended quantities: for difficult spots. Gently brush ALclean onto the wheel.Rinse with...

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Is it safe to ride in a CNG bus?

Is it safe to ride in a CNG bus? Myth 8: CNG buses are unsafe. Fact 8:CNG buses have some different safety concerns than diesel fuel buses, but overall, there is no evi- dence that CNG buses pose any greater risk of fire or explosion than diesel buses. Natural gas buses have on-board gas detectors and other safety equip- ment specially designed to ensure safe operation. When did they start using CNG in buses? It is an expanded version of information that was presented on behalf of the U.S. Department of Energy at the South Coast Air Basin Alternative Fuel...

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Can an RV have plumbing?

Can an RV have plumbing? How Does RV Plumbing Work? Depending on the make, model, size, and type of RV you have, your rig may or may not have a completely self-contained plumbing system including toilet facilities, sinks, and a shower. What size is RV plumbing? In RVs, manufacturers typically use translucent non-colored PEX for all plumbing runs. Further, two sizes are used, 3/8-inch and ½-inch. These are the standard size because the outside diameter of the tubing is about 1/8-inch greater than the called-for size. What should I do if I have plumbing problem in my RV? Depending on...