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    I never got around to getting one of those boxes, so I haven't watched TV since the switch. Never really watched much TV anyway. The box costs as much as my TV did. Still works fine for watching the DVD player, but my computer has a bigger screen...

    So, my TV is kind of neglected. Guess I need to take it to the recycler. I dunno. Can't see myself buying a new TV nor buying a converter box. What do people do with these archaic TVs?
    "If Americans want to live the American Dream, they should go to Denmark." - Richard Wilkinson

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    Quote Originally Posted by KnottedYet View Post
    What do people do with these archaic TVs?
    Make planters?
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    box

    We have an old tv & are not buying a newbie flashy type any time soon. DOn't need a newbie tv. With an old tv, can you not give it to a charity or something?

    We don't need a new tv. Another mtn bike that fits (patiently waiting for next year..) & tuition are first.

    SEt top box was cheaper than the new set of nicks we just purchased.

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    Quote Originally Posted by crazycanuck View Post
    With an old tv, can you not give it to a charity or something?
    Unfortunately, in the US these old TVs no longer work; they are analog and all signals in the US switched to digital. I don't think any charities would be interested in them. There's probably a glut on the market anyway.

    I like the idea of making a planter out of it!
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    Hopefully soon you'll have access to mine which is bigger, nicer and already digital compatible.

    Meanwhile check earth911.org for a list of locations that e-cycle.

    Some e-cycle drives benefit charities.

    It's too d@mn hot down here today.
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    bogans

    I thought all bogans would be asleep at 5am..apparently not today On my ride this morning, the sole car that passed me had a dude in it swear at me I thought it was quite funny. Nothing else to do at 5am???

    I had a great zippy ride this morning

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    I've been apartment hunting and found 3 good choices. Do I want the nice duplex with 1.5 baths, a dining room, and some garage space? Or the 1-floor duplex with small living space but huge basement (with outdoor-only access)? Or the rustic house on the old farm (with a dirt-floor basement) from which I could probably ski 6 miles to work? The farm house doesn't have much room for bike repair unless I work in the musty basement, but the setting is wonderful.
    Oil is good, grease is better.

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