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    12 Volt DC outlets in garage? What are they for?

    You can identify the socket from NEMA. Looks like a picture in the NEMA-10 section (which is discussing AC wiring): "There is also a similar obsolete design, lacking a NEMA configuration number, rated 125 V, 15 A / 250 V, 10 A, which is nearly identical to the AS/NZS 3112 standard used in...
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    Drill bits slipping out

    For -small- drill bits, you can cheat. Micro sizes: Precision Micro Chuck Up to 1/8th: Mini Drill Chuck The hex shanks should be gripped pretty well even if the three teeth don't come together all the way correctly on your chuck.
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    Backyard detached garage door to ground transition

    Sand + oil?
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    No Drill press = need a suggestion

    I just saw this done for workbench holes. http://www.theenglishwoodworker.com/?p=309 It's just a v-block made from wood. Making the 'Vee' can be done by cutting angles on two pieces of wood and gluing them together to form the v. Odd angles just require more entertainment making the proper jig.
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