Before you buy a pickup truck ... these few simple tips may save you a bundle

Article Abstract:

A man relates how a second hand pickup truck he bought was not a bargain after he tried to use it in the snow. Tips are given on what problems might surface in a used pickup truck. Alternatives to trucks include trailers, minivans and rentals. A chronology of styles from 1900-1960 is displayed.

Purchasing, Trucks, Transportation, Rural population

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For the love of porches; instead of a deck, try building a piece of America

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A man fondly remembers his boyhood home, built in the mid-1800s, which was ringed with wide, inviting and functional porches. Porches may be coming back into favor as the babyboomers age and begin to appreciate how enjoyable porches are. A variety of porch types and their uses are discussed.

Cover Story, Varieties, Porches

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Modular and panelized construction; a quick and clean energy-efficient cottage

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Modular homes offer the advantage of speed and they offer savings in labor costs. Many manufacturers follow stricter specification than the usual building codes. Panelized constructions combine modular with framing methods.

Construction industry, Usage, Statistics, Design and construction, Modular houses, Prefabricated houses, Modular construction, Small houses, Wall panels

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