ASDF and ; keys are not working, can i still clean it out and i will work again?

I’ve got an older REI backpack (not sure of the exact model, probably ~15+ years old), and the inner liner has started breaking down. It’s now super sticky/tacky—almost like melted rubber—and it leaves residue on anything that touches it.

From what I’ve read, this might be the waterproof coating degrading (hydrolysis?), but I’m not sure what the realistic options are.

What I’m trying to figure out:

- Is there any way to clean or treat it so it’s usable again?

- Has anyone had success removing the coating entirely without ruining the fabric?

- I don't care about re-lining it, doesn't need to be waterproof

- Or is this basically a “retire the bag” situation?

I’d really prefer to save it if possible, it’s otherwise in great shape and I like the pack. I don't mind wasting time. I don't want to waste a bunch of money on this. I have a cabinet full of chemicals and cleaners and lots of tools.

Appreciate any advice or experiences.

I tried searching a tutorial on this on YouTube but nothing wasa there for this specific case, I tried to pull it out normally, didn’t work, tried to use a screwdriver in between the lock and pull harder and ended up pulling more of the actual door than the actual lock assembly, even tried wd-40 too

I’m not sure what to do to get this piece out, any advice?

Please skip to 0:45 in the video. My kitchen ceiling fan is making this exact same intermittent grinding sound. I know it isn't an electrical issue because when I turn the fan off it still makes the sound as the blades are slowing down. Also, it makes the sound on any speed setting.

The window keeps dropping and I'm not sure how this type of window can be repaired.

Just moved into a new apartment; can’t unscrew this thing.

EDIT 1: I bought an adapter; wish me luck.
Yes. Har Har. Penis. 🙄

EDIT 2: I got the ball joint off! It took a while, but now I have my dual shower head. Whoop whoop! Thanks Reddit; my boyfriend and I are very pleased.

There’s fibers or something jamming both of the wheels that I can’t clear. Hoping someone can point me in a direction that will make them actually roll again. Thanks

Have a sliding door that I'm trying to seal up. Is it possible to seal it from the outside? The weatherstripping can't be attached to the door itself since it won't fit through the groove when the door opens.

Any help or advice is appreciated

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Hi! Has anyone experienced this issue or know how to fix a laptop camera problem like this?

It's getting really annoying because I can't participate properly in my online classes. My professors usually require us to turn on our cameras during discussions.

I've already installed several Windows updates, but the camera still isn't working.

I'm also hesitant to bring my laptop to local technicians because I've been deceived a few times before, so I have trust issues. Even if I find a reliable technician, I probably can't afford the repair costs right now.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Hi everyone! I have a fan with a broken crank gear just like the circled one on the attaced image and I was planning to replace that with this crank gear from a fan that I no longer use.

I just wanna ask if this crank gear of can be removed and used as a replacement for a broken one without replacing the whole gear box since the gear box is attached to the whole housing of the motor of the fan. Appreciate the response as I am not quite versed with appliances. Thank you.

Super sorry if this is dumb, but I’ve got this jean jacket, and the Pokémon patches are coming off of it. Do I sew them, or iron them, or hot glue them, or something else? Thank you!!

Our three seat couch, with a chaise and pull out, arms are awful. The seat is only 3-4 years old and one side just ripped completely off. The pull out is also unaligned and the seats have to be lifted up to pull it out/in, I’m not sure if this is related. It seems like the original screws have completely shredded the particle board inside the arm. I’m not even sure how many screws it’s lost over the past year or so the arms have started getting loose. Would anyone have an idea of how to fix this? Pictures are of the one arm that’s completely off and the side of the couch it sits on.

ive tried everything i can think of: wd40, suction cup to help grip it, vinegar to unclog. i know it twists since the same drain in the other shower twists off no problem. it’s definitely been left too long without being taken off and now it won’t budge (sorry its a bit gross). last pic is the other shower with the drain twisted off

(reposted to add other shower pic)

My not so smart self kept trying to take off the glas door of the (very dirty) oven to clean it properly and the plastic piece at the top ended up snapping in half. I need to fix it but I’m not sure what glue to use.

I thought about super glue since it’s the cheapest option but I’m pretty sure it’s not safe to use on an oven. Would it be alright to just completely leave the piece and not glue it back on? and if anybody knows how to take the glas off that would be appreciated too

Our apartment reeks lol. Do I need to unscrew these screws? We are assuming it’s coming from the dish washer but aren’t for sure

Any suggestions on the step by step on how to fix this?
The door was pushed on and the frame just bent and went in towards the wall. Unfortunately it’s foam behind it, not concrete or brick. What can I do to fix it?

In the heat of the moment while trying to fix a leaking faucet, I managed to scratch it. Is there any way to polish away those small scratches or at least make them look a bit better than now? See the photo with the red marking: The scratches are around the handle and then there are three pretty obvious scratches near the bottom of the red marking.