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Where can I get saltpeter? One of the most common sources of pure potassium nitrate is “stump remover.” In the United States, you can find it at Lowes or Home Depot, among other places. Look for the Spectracide brand in those stores near the insecticides. Can I buy potassium nitrate at Walmart? Potassium Nitrate Powder […]

What is the difference between FDA regulated and FDA approved? Most manufacturers of products in the industries regulated by the FDA have to register with the FDA so the FDA can keep a catalog of all the products under their regulation. The manufacturer cannot claim the device is “FDA Cleared” or “Approved,” and they cannot […]

Where is the power steering pump located on a 2007 Hyundai Elantra? Allow your Hyundai Elantra to cool down before trying to remove the power steering pump. Locate the power steering pump on the driver’s side of the motor, which is mounted in front of the engine, near the top. You will see a fill […]

Are tools covered under contents insurance? So how do I make sure my tools are insured? The good news is that you can protect your tools (and other contents) either as an add-on to your van insurance, or as a separate policy. This will protect you not only if they’re stolen, but also if they’re […]

Where do most immigrants to the Great Lakes states come from today? Immigrants in the Great Lakes states are more likely to come from Europe, Central and South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa than those in the rest of the US and are markedly less likely to have been born in Central and South […]

What credit score is needed to buy a Harley Davidson? Generally you need to meet the following requirements to qualify for a Harley Davidson loan: Good credit. Harley Davidson doesn’t publish credit score requirements. But you’ll have more options if you have a credit score above 670 — what most lenders consider to be a […]

What two continents are separated by the Strait of Gibraltar? The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow waterway separating the Atlantic Ocean (bottom left) from the Mediterranean Sea (top right). This 13-kilometer-wide waterway also separates Europe and Africa, with Spain and Gibraltar on the left and Morocco on the right. Where is the Strait of […]

What movies did James Cagney dance in? Cagney reprized his role as Cohan in the 1955 biopic The Seven Little Foys (1955). He shared a memorable dance routine with Bob Hope, who played Entertainer Eddie Foy Sr., to the tune of Cohan’s “Mary’s a Grand Old Name.” How accurate is the movie Yankee Doodle Dandy? […]

What temperature should you not ride a horse? Dr. Angie Yates of Yates Equine Veterinary Services in Indianapolis, IN, noted that she does not recommend trotting, cantering or jumping when temps are below 20 degrees F. A few considerations to take into account when riding in the cold: Frozen, icy ground is too hard on […]

How does a cold case get reopened? If a family member feels that the evidence warrants a closer look, there are ways to get a cold case reopened. Meet with the investigator that originally worked on the case. Police departments will only reopen cold cases if investigators can determine the availability of witnesses, motives and […]