Kirby Palm's Home Page

First, there is a brief introduction of who I am.

If you share my interest in Jaguar XJ-S automobiles, please visit my Jaguar page.

I present an essay on keeping automobile windshields clear; note that this is largely addressed to the designers of automobile HVAC systems, who seem in dire need of some guidance in this area.

I present my experience with a governor failure on a Tecumseh mower engine.

I offer a guideline for preventing mold growth in your home.

For those interested in bicycling, I present a formula for selecting the correct length crankset.  Also, just because people keep asking me and I'm tired of answering individually, I present a treatise on making a bicycle fit.

If you're into letterboxing -- or not -- I present some rubber stamp carving tips.

And for sports fans, I present a unique game that has been developed by members of my family and their friends: Palm Rules Badminton.  I also present an idea for another game, Dogball.

You can study our fishie hi-rise, a unique way of torturing our pond fish.

As a service to the public, I offer some tips on buying good products:
        smartphones and tablets
        garbage disposal
        hair trimmer
        garden hose
        pistol grip nozzle for a garden hose.
        ceiling fans
        toilets

I present some tips on assembling a 2x4basics picnic table.

I provide some tips regarding the Helical vs. Orbital transmissions in a Maytag washing machine, and I offer some insight into the installation and operation of the brake on a Maytag / Whirlpool washing machine.

I'll give you the hard truth about knives, eyeglasses, kitchen cleansers, etc.

I list a bunch of products that I wish were on the market.

If you want opinions, I'll give you opinions.

I will even tell you why your ol' lady thinks you're a slob! (For men only)

I have been awarded a patent, number 5,314,366. After considerable time and expense getting it, it has proven to be worthless, but I'm kinda proud of it anyway. You can check it out at WikiPatents.