Recent content by dhally

No need to buy tools. Just make all pieces out of 3/4" plywood then glue and screw together, no joints. The fronts are 2 piece, the glued in front and then a larger, nicer front that is screwed from behind.

For my 12x16 shed, I used 24" stud spacing, lined up the rafters, and used a single top plate. Sturdy enough and saved a few bux. But when I went to install a lumber rack and tool hangers, I wish the studs were 16" spacing so I had more options on location of supports.

I use an app called Drivvo for tracking auto maintenance. It can also track fuel usage but I don't do that. I think the Fuelly app has similar features. I use the For parts, I use Google Keep which is basically a note app. It's good for quick reference when I'm at the auto parts store.

I built some just like those (the link). Much easier to get lumber on and off the shelves. But there's no way it would work without the plywood or other gussets. You can get some pretty heavy duty shelf brackets that would work, but they are expensive.

I got some tools for a wedding gift - a small jigsaw and a 1/4" drill, both corded. I built some pine furniture with these 2 tools that we used for 20 years. Working in a carport. You don't need much.

Another idea would be to run a pipeline from one of your bulk tanks to your usage point. No small tanks needed!

One idea would be to install a fused local disconnect and feed that with the temporary cable. Then reuse the disconnect for the permanent installation. The temporary feed to the disconnect could have the plug ends.

I started using tools in 1970, so 53 years... - The hardware is easier to use: hex head/socket head/torx instead of the old Phillips head for all kinds of screws. (and the impact drivers to drive them) - Quick-Grip clamps - Variable speed and reversible everything instead of fixed speed or...

I would suggest buying a Harbor Freight/cheap set, then throwing away all the ones you won't need, including the case. It would take up a lot less space, and still be cost effective.

Why not just buy a PLC? A small brick is $100 and free software. https://www.automationdirect.com/adc/shopping/catalog/programmable_controllers/click_plcs_(stackable_micro_brick)/plc_units#start=0

I have tried using a Dremel, and always lose patience fast. Several times I have read "just use a Dremel to grind/cut/smooth it", and after five minutes I get out my angle grinder with cut off wheel to finish the job. Or a file, or sandpaper.

I agree. Contractor type wheelbarrows are the best when hauling heavy loads like concrete, rocks or dirt. And yes you may have to lean over a bit when picking it up. They don't make different heights.

Really the only way a centrifugal pump like this can have reduced flow, is if the impeller gets smaller. That would be caused by erosion, corrosion, or a combination. Which means the fluid has grit or chemicals in it.

The answer is "yes." Just need to learn how to patch drywall! It ***** but can be done.

The problem will be return air. What goes in must go out, or in this case what leaves the central air handler needs to come back. Otherwise it will leave through the cracks in the new door, and the central unit will pull in outside air to replace it. If the new space is adjacent to a...