Recent content by billbart5

I purchased and installed a BendPak HD-14T with two RBJ7000 bridge jacks a couple months ago. Besides a few BendPak quality issues with the lift during the install, things are working well. The HD-14T easily lifts my F350 Powerstroke Crew Cab Dually (it just fits lengthwise). My main...

I thought I would share a picture of my Hollands 53 1/2H. I sure haven't found much info on it so I guess I will just enjoy using it! I purchased it mostly as shown. Just cleaned it up and lubed it. The little anvil on the back has made my real anvil almost obsolete except when I have a big...

That is surprising they want 100' distance from the building to well head. That kind of distance is usually reserved for septic drain fields. In Idaho, many people have their well heads fairly close to the house (mine is 30'). Hopefully your contractor can find someone who knows what they are...

I have successfully closed a similar hole using Butyl caulk and a piece of rubber (like horse stall mat. It bonded well to the foundation and could be sealed around a multiple conduit entry. You could use any durable material with the butyl caulk. Just make sure you wear gloves, that caulk is...

Definitely add the toilet and big sink. I have had 3 shops. 1st no bathroom, 2nd stubbed install later, 3rd bathroom complete. I would never go back to either of the first 2. When I stubbed in the plumbing, I never got around to building the bathroom. When you are working in your shop why...

Swag V4 Portaband Table and a new Portaband

This bench is my second one using this design. Doors and legs are powder coated. There is a base shelf inside the bottom cabinets that I may put sliding trays on to reduce the effort to look into the back of the compartment. The bench is 30" deep, 36" high and is 24' long. The top is made of...

I have built benches in 2 shops and have stayed with 36" high and 30" deep. These dimensions work well for me to allow cabinets overhead without the risk of hitting my head. They also allow items along the back splash leaving space to work and easy access to wall mounted items.