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"IGot2P" wrote in message
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On May 21, 11:46 am, Jim Yanik wrote:
"JC" wrote
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A friend was talking to my wife and said "I wouldn't install those deck
boards with a nail gun, I'd use screws instead".
The wife didn't think to ask why not so I will. Why not?
deck boards move due to outdoor moisture and temperature changes and the
nails pop out. Screws will not pop out.

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Jim Yanik
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My screws are slowing backing themselves out. Some move almost 1/4-
inch/year.

Freaky.


Dave


It is caused by the rotation of the earth. :-)


do they drive themselves in in australia?