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A few things for dads that tinker.

Posted by etipton – June 5, 2007 8:37 AM

Here are a few ideas for any dad that spends a lot of time in the garage.
Nice storage shelves These Steel Garage Storage Cabinets protect your equipment and your car. There are roll-away doors that lock tight and won't swing out to dent your cars. The fully adjustable garage storage shelves hold 110 lbs. each. The durable powder-coat finished steel endures for years. The smooth rounded edges keep you safe. Assembly is required. Priced under $600.
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Figure out what is wrong with your car with your own car reader. Starting at more.
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For dads that are always in their cars.

Posted by etipton – June 4, 2007 8:00 AM

Back when I was growing up, most employees had an office. Today, many people work from home and their office is their vehicle. I have been on the road as part of a sales team for most of my professional life. Here are a few things that might have helped to make my job easier.
Nokia allows you to have internet access anywhere. Priced less than $275.
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Receipts, mileage and other important information are always right at hand with this receipt organizer. Priced less than $10.
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Keep your car tidy with this litter bag and organizer. It has a leak-proof trash bag, and holds a standard sized box of tissues easily within reach. Tuck wipes or other items into the convenient mesh pockets. This organizer features fully leak-proof sealed seams. It wipes clean with a sponge or can be lined with a plastic bag. Priced less than $15.
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If you do much overnight traveling, this Car Clothes Bar is really more

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Recharge on the go.

Posted by etipton – June 1, 2007 10:05 AM

Why is it that you forget to charge you cell phone or the battery dies at the worst possible moment? It is when you are waiting for that important call, or have a hundred places to go. Extra batteries are very expensive, and if you could remember to charge your phone you usually wouldn't need a battery in the first place. With Energizer's Energi To Go, you can charge your phone using AA batteries. It charges your phone for up to 10 hours on two AA batteries. Make sure you get the version that is compatible with your brand of phone. Priced less than $20.
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A great gift for new graduates.

Posted by etipton – May 15, 2007 8:57 AM

It is spring, and it is the time of year your mailbox is full of graduation announcements. You wonder what you can send the grad that is different, usable and inexpensive. Many of our new graduates will be moving away from home, and moving away from mom and dad. Sometimes money gets tight, or they get forgetful. Next thing they know, they are out of gas. The gas containers available at gas stations are expensive, and not very easy to use. They also are too bulky to store in your trunk. If you ever run out of gas again, you have to purchase another one. Check out Gas-O-Haul. It is a flat-storing container that holds one gallon of gas. Priced under $10. gas%20o%20haul.jpg