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Old Computer (Villa Park (off St Charles Rd))
This working computer is too dated for the typical computer user. But could be fun for a geek or hobbyist. Or use it for parts. HP A6000 desktop computer with e5200 dual core @ 2.5 ghz, 5 gig memory, 250 gig hard disk, DVD-RW. Good power supply w/ quiet fan. Comes with 5 different Linux distributions installed. Tell me if you need a keyboard, mouse, or display with it.
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Vintage furniture, garden, etc (Elston & Lawrence, Chicago)
See photos. Couches, dressers, shelving, benches, wicker, player paluano, records, furs, etc. Pick up asap.
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Wheelchair (S Downers Grove)
In working condition. If this is wanted, I’ll have to retrieve it from another location so it won’t be immediately available.
1h
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Captain Kangaroo (Niles)
Vintage Captain Kangaroo. Does anyone want to save Captain Kangaroo from the trash? He is old, soiled and doesn’t talk anymore. Pickup in Niles.
2h
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Dirt Devil light weight vacuum (South Elgin)
Like new. As a vacuum, it does not work very well. But it detaches to become a portable and that part works well. I used it for my car only.
3h
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Baby Bottles etc (Countryside)
Bag of various baby bottles, breast milk bags, premie diapers, belly wraps, baby onesies. About 15-20 baby bottles total. Must take all.
3h
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Laser printer with ink (Quentin and Euclid)
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Brother HL2240 laser printer and toner cartridges. Still works. Was used for neighborhood newsletters, but no longer needed.
13h
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Coaxial and Ethernet crimping tools (Darien)
Crimping and stripping tools for coaxial cable. I think it works for both RG59 and RG6 (maybe not suitable for RG6Q). Not for compression style connectors. Crimping tool for Ethernet cable RJ45 and phone cable RJ11 plugs. Not for crimping push through type plug/connectors.
15h
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Cabelas vehicle seat cover (Downers Grove - South)
Sorry- terrible picture. Nylon bench seat cover. I previously used this cover for a back seat in an Explorer. It wraps pretty well providing good coverage. I have weathertech seat covers for my dog and I think this covers better, but it does not fit in my current vehicle. I had to cut a few straps to allow faster install and removal.
18h
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Real leather sofa from Italy (NW Evanston)
This sofa still works! But please note there is one seat cushion with two ris in the leather. Other seat cushions show wear. It’s a deep Carmel color. No smoking , no bugs. Has been with us for years. Legs come off. 40” deep 90” long 28” tall.
21h
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Older computer speakers + manual (Palatine)
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Harman/Kardon speakers for older computers. These have jack plugs, not USB!
23h
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Inset bathroom mirror (Near west side Elgin)
Good shape although the inside needs a scrubbing.
1d
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Metal bed frame (Roselle, Il)
Metal bed frame adjusts for a full size or queen size bed
1d
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Kids’ Puzzles (Roselle, Il)
5 jigsaw puzzles, 24 pieces each, all pieces are here
1d
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Chalk line spreader (Quentin and Euclid)
Used to draw chalk lines, like for baseball fields. You would need to get the chalk powder separately.
1d
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Twin mattress (east Carpentersville)
White with pillow top. Good condition
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Your old faded jeans (South Lombard)
If anyone might have old faded jeans that they are going to toss I would love them. They can be torn in knees etc. since I will but cutting them up anyway. They do need to be clean though at least in some areas that I could use. Thank you for considering me.
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Water Softener Salt (Near Gary Ave & Schick Rd)
Bag of salt pellets that sat outside for months and is now more like a block of salt. If interested, reply with 3 hour window for easy porch pick up near B-dale Meijer. Responses without pick up window will not be considered.
1d
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Flower Seeds (SE Downers Grove)
Moon flower seeds Morning Glory seeds Milkweed pods Pictures are next to the seeds. All very easy to grow. Plant in Spring. Pick up near Fairview and 71st in SE DG.
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Love It Don't Leave It (Lincoln Park)
Book about professional development.
2d
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Two Books (Lincoln Park)
It Goes So Fast, by Mary Louise Kelly (memoir) and Afterbirth, by Dani Klein Modisett (funny)
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Child's Weighted Vest (Lincoln Park)
Weighted vest for a small child. A couple of pounds. Barely used.
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Empty Moving Boxes (Lincoln Park)
Stack of large, empty, flattened moving boxes and paper packing material.
2d
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Various items #2 (Glendale Heights)
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Priority to fastest pick up!
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Queen Box Spring (Near college of dupage)
Almost like new queen box frame. Can be taken apart for easy transport.
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Queen Bed Frame (Near college of dupage)
Collapsible metal bed frame. Easy porch pickup.
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Large Aluminum Food/Roasting Pan (Darien - near 75th x Cass Ave.)
New 13" x 20" x 3" deep Aluminum Roasting Pan. Would recommend a light water rinse before use as it has been in storage. I'll wait at least two (2) days before choosing a recipient (vs. the "1 day" generated by the Fair Chance message below.)
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Queen bedframe (Elkgrove)
Looking for a Queen bed frame
3d
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Framed Print -- "Cityscape" (Villa Park (off St Charles Rd))
Framed print -- "Cityscape". Measures 26" wide by 27" tall. In nice original heavy wood frame. Please specify date and time for your pick up in Villa Park.
3d
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Fish tanks & equipment (Winfield)
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10 gal fish tank, 5 gal fish tank, 1.5 gal fish tank - all with pump/filter -8x extra Medium disposable filter refills -two 50W water heaters -small "breeder" tank insert -2x LED light panels MUST TAKE ALL!
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