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I am the designated mechanic for our familiy's vehicles. I have finally convinced the wife that "we" need a lift in the garage! Sent from my SCH-S720C using Tapatalk 2

They don't call it Labor Day for no reason. Working on a truck I am going to sell. Sent from my SCH-S720C using Tapatalk 2

What a great gift. All advice was spot on and accurate. The one caution I will throw out is be very aware of your surroundings The sparks from welding or cutting can fly into areas you did not even think of. (Don,t ask how I know). A five lb. fire extinguisher should be on your list if you do...

I love my Lincoln. I looked at the Longevity. I would like to have a dedicated machine that I can haul around. I do lots of little jobs for friends. Brackets, mounts, header reducers etc. I use .030 flux core for all that of course on 110V in their garage. IMHO I would by one from HF. At least...

I belong to a loosely formed car club. No rules no dues and by invitation only. There are about twenty of us that help each other. I managed to get designated the welder. But 99% of my stuff I do alone. Trying to build a motor and having ten guys asking things while your checking clearances is a...

I love that sizzling sound your fingertips make while they are turning white. And the delayed reaction before you drop the part you just welded. Thousand one, thousand two. Aw @&%%*#. Sent from my SCH-S720C using Tapatalk 2

I had a Matco truck dealer live right around the corner from me. I walked down one evening and introduced myself. He had all ready seen in my garage. "Oh your the guy with the old Dodge" Turns out we had a lot in common. I had some specialty items I wanted to buy. I asked if I could call and...

I got a contract job at a large church/school. They never had inspections and when this over sight was noticed they received a literal book of violations. The first day I started wheeling my tools in. The man in charge said, and I quote," He must know what he is doing, look at all those nice...

All good tips for drilling straight. Here is a tip for the rebar/spikes. If you have access to a medium size hammer drill use it. They sell shanks with a cup on the end just for this. I made my own out an old chisel and impact sockets. You can drive the big#80 tie spikes faster than you can get...

I have some friends that are licensed pipefitters. It takes extra certification for medical gases. The modern systems are computer monitored with automatic valves and manual back ups. Having said that just helped finish a project about a year ago. They took a National Guard armory and turned it...

X100. You cannot go wrong with factory service manuals. Have had them for vehicles, heavy equip motorcycles etc. If I own it I have theFSM on the bench while doing repairs. I tend to keep them but you could sell it with the vehicle and recover your money. Buyers would know you were serious about...

Amity; that generator is cool! My Milwaukee addiction started a few years ago with M12 tools. When everyone saw how well they worked it was " can I borrow that?" time. Then a year ago I was given a virtually new M18 hammer drill. All I needed was the charger. And more tools!:o Sent from my...

Man a bridge crane is the ticket. Maybe in my next garage. Need more ceiling height. Sent from my SCH-S720C using Tapatalk 2

I have had the 12v Max for a few years. It is great to use on a ladder. It will run drywall screws all day and not wear you out. I dont need the 20v, yet.:D Sent from my SCH-S720C using Tapatalk 2