Beerhippie
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What did you do "IN" your garage today?
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Old Man Roger
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Sometimes you agreeing with me cuts so deep.lol
kaymccampbell
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That's the idea.
Metallitubby
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I finished helmet re-assembly and added some decals for the bossman. The pictures make it look orange, of which I promise it is not. It most certainly is the hottest of pinks.
rd65
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Changed the oil & filter in the CX30, rotated tires & adjusted air pressures, topped off fluids, checked suspension fasteners. I checked the front inner fenders hoping to find areas to massage with some heat but the areas that rub dont have any room to move so it was left as is. Took it for a drive, rechecked wheel torque. All good to go.
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DGersic
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Got the alignment kinda close.
Need to drive around the block a few times to settle the suspension, then see where it’s at.
Need to drive around the block a few times to settle the suspension, then see where it’s at.
southalabama
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Had ran across a story about the demise of an old cut nail company. Read about it.
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Some samples still available on a website so I ordered a couple.
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Have plenty of frames from a former business with my late father. Mood struck me to frame it. Ordered a name plate and today finished it.
Gonna hang in the shop. Has no value but struck me as part of the dying of American manufacturing which has been occurring for decades.
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Some samples still available on a website so I ordered a couple.
Cut Nail on Display Card
Authentic cut nail from the LaBelle Plant which operated from 1852 until 2010, that is 158 years! The 2.5-inch nail is inserted to a 3x5-inch, two-sided sample card that is New Old Stock from the LaBelle factory. Makes a nice gift for a history buff or someone in the construction field to use...
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Have plenty of frames from a former business with my late father. Mood struck me to frame it. Ordered a name plate and today finished it.
Gonna hang in the shop. Has no value but struck me as part of the dying of American manufacturing which has been occurring for decades.
Attachments
Finished plumbing an air line.
M.Brane
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In front of the garage since it's too tall to fit in...
Finally got the rear shocks changed out on the toolbox truck. Ordered a full set from a well known vendor, but they sent me the wrong rears. Their "fitment dept" claimed ignorance because the VIN showed it was a chassis/cab. I supplied the stock part #, and measurements to Bilstein, and confirmed the correct part # which I ordered from another vendor since the original one wouldn't do an exchange. Thanks for the help lol.
Finally got the rear shocks changed out on the toolbox truck. Ordered a full set from a well known vendor, but they sent me the wrong rears. Their "fitment dept" claimed ignorance because the VIN showed it was a chassis/cab. I supplied the stock part #, and measurements to Bilstein, and confirmed the correct part # which I ordered from another vendor since the original one wouldn't do an exchange. Thanks for the help lol.
welder4956
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Replaced the starter on my son's 2013 Honda Accord V6. The heat and humidity from all the recent rains was a pain. Gotta get me some AC out there.
larry4406
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Weld repaired a deck mower belt guard.
As soon as paint dries it’s going back on and mow time.
I was stupid and put new deck belt on first then the weld repair. Should have reversed tasks. That’s what happens with beer clouded judgement I guess
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Paint match close but oh well. Is what I had in stock.
As soon as paint dries it’s going back on and mow time.
I was stupid and put new deck belt on first then the weld repair. Should have reversed tasks. That’s what happens with beer clouded judgement I guess
.Paint match close but oh well. Is what I had in stock.
GX460DIYguy
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Mom’s Tahoe needed new motor mounts. Not easy, but not too bad.
Wrench97
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Be happy it's not a newer Tahoe 21 up you have to take the exhaust manifolds off to get the mounts off.....
They last about 6 months on the local PPV tahoes........
They last about 6 months on the local PPV tahoes........
JustVicingIt
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Started hanging my Omniwall system now that the drywall is mostly done. Organizing is the best.
niget2002
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Took the kayak out. Went and paddled around the lake with the son. Wind was blowing 18mph out of the south with 25mph gusts. Pretty large swells with white caps. Kayak handled it fine. We got water in behind the hatches. I was afraid my silicone job was lacking, then I realized we didn't have the hatches screwed all the way on :O
Then, I went back out a little while later to get a philips head screw driver so I could replace the pressure sensor on the washing machine. $32 part and it took me longer to take all the stuff off the washing machine than it took me to replace the part. I might need to look and see if there's a different part number, though. The part I installed had the hose fitting coming off the front instead of off the side. I have the hose stretched a bit to reach the fitting. I don't really want it to pull off while running. The washing machine is currently running through a test cycle to make sure it's working.
Then, I went back out a little while later to get a philips head screw driver so I could replace the pressure sensor on the washing machine. $32 part and it took me longer to take all the stuff off the washing machine than it took me to replace the part. I might need to look and see if there's a different part number, though. The part I installed had the hose fitting coming off the front instead of off the side. I have the hose stretched a bit to reach the fitting. I don't really want it to pull off while running. The washing machine is currently running through a test cycle to make sure it's working.
69charged
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Minor stuff. Oil change. Feels like I just did it! Man we put on the kms!!
Beerhippie
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Before you put that back on, grind some of your new paint off and give it a couple of good hard-tacks at the bottom of the flap. That should keep it from cracking again.Weld repaired a deck mower belt guard.
As soon as paint dries it’s going back on and mow time.
I was stupid and put new deck belt on first then the weld repair. Should have reversed tasks. That’s what happens with beer clouded judgement I guess
Paint match close but oh well. Is what I had in stock.
Second thought, do the tacks with it bolted down to be sure it still fits. Then just paint the whole damned mower to conceal the repair.
larry4406
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The loose flaps is the design. I’m thinking it aids production sloppiness.Before you put that back on, grind some of your new paint off and give it a couple of good hard-tacks at the bottom of the flap. That should keep it from cracking again.
Second thought, do the tacks with it bolted down to be sure it still fits. Then just paint the whole damned mower to conceal the repair.
Eff’n mower still throwing new belt!
I’m thinking perhaps the idlers are shot. They are 23+ years old with zero PM and spin 3-5 minutes easy after throwing belt. Spindles and clutch are recent.
larry4406
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delete. App being stupid
larry4406
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Delete. App being stupid.
Beerhippie
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I finished the 242C today:
The vent sits crooked because it's the nature of the beast. I rests on two points so is free to tip.
This lantern is in such good shape--and I'll probably sell it--that I'll light it up tonight, but just long enough to get the "money shot".
The vent sits crooked because it's the nature of the beast. I rests on two points so is free to tip.
This lantern is in such good shape--and I'll probably sell it--that I'll light it up tonight, but just long enough to get the "money shot".
kaymccampbell
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Cleared the bench. Clipped the kids. Cleaned up. Dumped the shopvac.
Skyman
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Straightened up a bit. Sat and stared at the ceiling and walls for a while, pondering upcoming placement of a wall-mounted opener, new doors, and numerous electrical upgrades.
Then back into the house, installed a leak sentry fill valve in another bathroom. The flush valves I have in my inventory are too small for this toilet, so that’ll have to wait until the next trip to the store.
Then back into the house, installed a leak sentry fill valve in another bathroom. The flush valves I have in my inventory are too small for this toilet, so that’ll have to wait until the next trip to the store.
rd65
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Ripped CDs to my old, shop laptop as it has a cd player. CDs are in the shop as well. Picked up a little bit but mainly played on my phone while hanging out. Cold at 62 and raining. Came inside and turned on the tv about 15 minutes ago, need to turn that **** off and watch some MotoGP on the DVR. Just a bunch of bs as far as I am concerned. That is all.
GX460DIYguy
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I spoke too soon. After 10 hours we finally had the new one in and couldn’t get the last bolt in. Gonna try again tomorrow. I missed doing automotive work since it seems it’s all cattle stuff now days, but my wife was not happy with my additional greasy laundry.
oldman_pottering
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Spent the afternoon watching beer and drinking motor racing.........
oldman_pottering
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hope you didn't step in a poodle
................yeah i know it's bad but it was one of my Dad's favourites and I miss that blokeTurnipTruck
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Among many other things done today, the only thing done IN the garage was the winch battery isolator got its permissive wired through one of the factory Jeep upfitter aux switches so I could finally wind the synthetic rope on the winch drum.
Now to find a mall to crawl.
Now to find a mall to crawl.
The other night, when I needed to test the fuse from my A/C unit, I discovered the battery on my Craftsman Multimeter was dead. My other tools were also in need of batteries so tonight was the time.
Didn't get a pic of the Cman but here's one from eBay. The Extech is a simple continuity tester beep/flash but really handy.
The Yamaha meter is one I bought in 1973 or so after I started working at a Yamaha dealer and could get stuff at a discount. Simple but I really like it.
Got a nasty surprise when I opened it up. I HATE alkaline batteries. The little set screw that makes the negative connection was stuck as well. It has (had) a slotted end but that broke trying to loosen it. Soaked it in ScrewLoose for a bit and, with the help of Vampliers, got it out. The metal shell container for the battery was stuck due to the alkaline goo. Dribbled vinegar all around it and used an X-Acto knife to break through the crud. Took a while but got it out of the meter case. Now, to get the battery out of the metal shell. Dribbled vinegar on that and worked the shell somewhat loose but battery wouldn't budge. Ended up drilling out a fender washer to 9/16" and that fit snugly on the battery and engaged the shell. A small puller, used as a pusher, did the rest. Now, just need to cleanup some and get a new set screw.
All were replaced with lithium batteries.
Didn't get a pic of the Cman but here's one from eBay. The Extech is a simple continuity tester beep/flash but really handy.
The Yamaha meter is one I bought in 1973 or so after I started working at a Yamaha dealer and could get stuff at a discount. Simple but I really like it.
Got a nasty surprise when I opened it up. I HATE alkaline batteries. The little set screw that makes the negative connection was stuck as well. It has (had) a slotted end but that broke trying to loosen it. Soaked it in ScrewLoose for a bit and, with the help of Vampliers, got it out. The metal shell container for the battery was stuck due to the alkaline goo. Dribbled vinegar all around it and used an X-Acto knife to break through the crud. Took a while but got it out of the meter case. Now, to get the battery out of the metal shell. Dribbled vinegar on that and worked the shell somewhat loose but battery wouldn't budge. Ended up drilling out a fender washer to 9/16" and that fit snugly on the battery and engaged the shell. A small puller, used as a pusher, did the rest. Now, just need to cleanup some and get a new set screw.
All were replaced with lithium batteries.
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LeonardY
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Moved metal supplies to the new shed.
I need to make some type of organizer for the metal.
Discovered my latest attempt for my chop saw dust collection was only a partial success.
I need to make some type of organizer for the metal.
Discovered my latest attempt for my chop saw dust collection was only a partial success.
jumpstart
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Prospecter
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Nice save.The other night, when I needed to test the fuse from my A/C unit, I discovered the battery on my Craftsman Multimeter was dead. My other tools were also in need of batteries so tonight was the time.
Didn't get a pic of the Cman but here's one from eBay. The Extech is a simple continuity tester beep/flash but really handy.
The Yamaha meter is one I bought in 1973 or so after I started working at a Yamaha dealer and could get stuff at a discount. Simple but I really like it.
Got a nasty surprise when I opened it up. I HATE alkaline batteries. The little set screw that makes the negative connection was stuck as well. It has (had) a slotted end but that broke trying to loosen it. Soaked it in ScrewLoose for a bit and, with the help of Vampliers, got it out. The metal shell container for the battery was stuck due to the alkaline goo. Dribbled vinegar all around it and used an X-Acto knife to break through the crud. Took a while but got it out of the meter case. Now, to get the battery out of the metal shell. Dribbled vinegar on that and worked the shell somewhat loose but battery wouldn't budge. Ended up drilling out a fender washer to 9/16" and that fit snugly on the battery and engaged the shell. A small puller, used as a pusher, did the rest. Now, just need to cleanup some and get a new set screw.
All were replaced with lithium batteries.
Tried to run the impact driver with a phillips bit through my thumbnail
Blue Chips
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It appears that you were successful...
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Old Man Roger
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Haven’t we all.lol
16again
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Nothing like a VYPER! I have 2 and love them.
Beerhippie
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Good. Get 'em before they reproduce!
kaymccampbell
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In the case of the fuzz kids, they got their fuzz clipped yesterday. They look pretty sharp. In the case of the human kids, I just told them, Don't reproduce in my lifetime. My eldest's wife is fixed and my youngest has no interest. Seems to have worked. Fear of having a child even partially like me would put anyone off reproduction.
larry4406
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Was in the barn, not garage but close enough
Fixed the tractor mower that was throwing the new deck blade belt.
Installed new blades. Literally. Will sharpen the removed set another day.
Deck was grossly out of level front to back (front supposed to be tipped down 1/4-3/8”). As found was near 1” down. But the stabilizer link was out of adjustment.
BFH to the rescue! The deck roller bracket looked like it has taken way too many hits over the years. So armed with internet pics of what the shape should look like, the vice and BFH coaxed it into a suitable position and now within 1/8”. Choice words were carefully applied. Success on that front.
One of the idlers (there are 2) has a bit of wobble. Will order 2 new ones as the other I’m sure is near to STB as well.
Then I found the adjuster arm with spring (which holds one idler) pivots on a fitted shoulder bolt. Lot of slop on that fit. So I did what any competent machinist would do, I bored it out on the Bridgeport and fitted it with a bronze sintered bushing and turned down the fitted bolt on the lathe for a nice 2-5 mil running clearance.
No. No I didn’t do that. I wish.
Instead, I wire wheeled the bolt and beat the sleeve with a hammer till it had a nice tight sliding fit; added grease and reinstalled. Nicely sorted.
Cuts very nice now and didn’t throw the belt during the one hour mow.
Fixed the tractor mower that was throwing the new deck blade belt.
Installed new blades. Literally. Will sharpen the removed set another day.
Deck was grossly out of level front to back (front supposed to be tipped down 1/4-3/8”). As found was near 1” down. But the stabilizer link was out of adjustment.
BFH to the rescue! The deck roller bracket looked like it has taken way too many hits over the years. So armed with internet pics of what the shape should look like, the vice and BFH coaxed it into a suitable position and now within 1/8”. Choice words were carefully applied. Success on that front.
One of the idlers (there are 2) has a bit of wobble. Will order 2 new ones as the other I’m sure is near to STB as well.
Then I found the adjuster arm with spring (which holds one idler) pivots on a fitted shoulder bolt. Lot of slop on that fit. So I did what any competent machinist would do, I bored it out on the Bridgeport and fitted it with a bronze sintered bushing and turned down the fitted bolt on the lathe for a nice 2-5 mil running clearance.
No. No I didn’t do that. I wish.
Instead, I wire wheeled the bolt and beat the sleeve with a hammer till it had a nice tight sliding fit; added grease and reinstalled. Nicely sorted.
Cuts very nice now and didn’t throw the belt during the one hour mow.
kaymccampbell
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Did my nails. Metalflake green. It's handy to have a big bench and die grinders.