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    Grinder Motor tripping CB

    Check for dust, debris, and metal chips in the motor. Causing a short. Also check that the bearings are lubricated and the motor spins well. If not it could cause an over draw situation.
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    What did you do "IN" your garage today?

    Changed the oil and filter on the golf cart and adjusted the throttle range to make for better slow speed drivability.
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    garage bluetooth speaker (plug-in not battery, <$100))

    Have you considered just adding a Bluetooth receiver to a "home" stereo. or even a powered PA speaker? Come to think of it, there are quite a few PA speakers with Bluetooth built in.
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    Speedy's Garage 3.0

    They are Mechanical Plastic Test Plugs. You can get them at your local big box store. Here's a link to HD for them. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Oatey-4-in-Gripper-Mechanical-Plastic-Test-Plug-33403D/100204964
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    garage warming present?

    I think its a great gesture. Custom and OOAK items are always welcomed. This material has meaning and he can turn it into something to be proud of. The beer will definitely help the process too lol.
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    Mini Split brands

    My pops has had 2 Mitsubishi units in the guest house since 2007. He has had some repairs done over the years and one is not obsolete. The other is still running. The technology has changed immensely over the years making them more reliable. I currently have a Mr Cool Oasis 18k unit in my...
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    Mini split sizing

    Call the team at Ingram's Water and Air Equipment. IWAE.com They were extremely helpful. We discussed sizing requirements and ensured I did not Oversize and short cycle my unit shortening the life of the unit and increasing energy consumption. I was also able to get a NEW, scratch and dent...
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    Floor cabinet advice

    Look into used Stronghold units. Extreme quality! Units have been going from 400-800 depending on a few factors including outside appearance, location, and sellers knowledge. I have 4 in my home garage and 10 in my machine shop. They have all been restored and painted and look brand new. Take...
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    4/25 Auction Valley of Virginia Antique Tools Mostly woodworking

    Thanks. Ill be bidding on a few. Message me if you bid on something so we are not working against each other
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    Exterior flush mount boxes

    Depending on the available space for wiring connections behind the light fixture itself you may not need a box. Instead, you can install a siding mounting block specific to your siding profile with a wood block (2x4, 2x6 etc) behind it to back it up and support the fixture. Wood block screwed...
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    Internet in detached garage

    You can connect 2 wireless routers together via Cat5/6 and mask the second one, thus making a large coverage system with single User name and PW and seamless hand off between the two. Message me if you would like more information
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    What do you wish you put IN your walls?

    As I finish up the last bit of insulation and start drywall, I thought id ask what do you wish you had inside your walls? I currently have hot/cold water for sink, cold for water bottle filler plus front and rear hose bib outside. Ample 20 amp circuits with 2gang boxes throughout. 60A for...
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    Cabinet and locker choices for storage

    So i just finished electrical and now it's time to decide on storage cabinets. I already have hand tool storage but cannot decide storage for power tool/ oversized tool/ specialty/ parts/ etc.
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    Home Depot Clearance Thread 2015

    I got 5 pair of the Ridgid 12v batteries today for $90. All the other items sold out in Virginia Beach, VA
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    Coupon codes!

    Harbor freight 25% off one item Exp 4/12/14 Code 53729974
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