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    What piece of equipment to move 550 yards of sandy soil?

    The best tool to to dig out and move a large quantity of dirt by itself is a large wheel loader. Without looking at your terrain and access, I wouldn't know how big of machine would fit. A machine in the 3 yd size is quite practical, and maneuverabil. A machine up to about 7 yds would also work...
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    tallest possible overhead door with 12 foot sidewalls

    hello, I am building a new barn, and super excited! The township will allow me 18ft tall at the peak, and 12 ft sidewall heights maximum. I would like to know how tall of a door I could get with a standard truss and 12 ft sidewall height. i have read about low clearance door tracks, and how they...
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    Ryan String Trimmer

    Ryan was made by IDC inertia dynamics company back in the 80s. I have a ryan 284 also. I had another Ryan that we ran to death, but lasted like 20 years doing commercial work!!!!! The old one was bought at big lots store for $40 in the bargain bin. Mixture is 32 to 1.
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    American made inverter welder?

    Lincoln Invertec, Miller XMT
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    Cheap weld setup?

    Start with a D.C. Stick welding machine. Get proficient with stick then go to mig. Skimp on welder, skimp on arc quality and ease of operation, as well as versatility. Invest in a quality machine, preferably industrial rated used one. Dont cheap out!!!
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    water line from house to shop

    Run 1" k series rolled copper 4' deep. Should meet freeze requirements,and get excellent flow.
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    The WELDERS of Garage Journal

    My $75 dollar craigslist find! I added Electronic ignition, cleaned carburetor and added av gas! Runs n welds nice, stored inside too. Guess previous owner couldn't set points, or add Electronic ignition. Kohler k241s engine seemed to have the original oil in it! I changed it right away. I...
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    mishaps.

    Lets go a bit further here people. What is the part, how critical, expensive, and how difficult to remove is it? I have dealt with some very stubborn broken bolts on parts that were integral to the machine, example : Bulldozer bottom roller attaching bolts, Excavator track frame bolts, and...
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    Gravel driveway question. Concrete wash.

    Crushed Concrete can be made to many specifications. Like a 3"-5" oversize, 1"-2" oversize, and 1"minus that is sized just like gravel. Most common practice is to use a magnet to remove the lions share of tramp metal. The product overall in my professional opinion is it works excellent, at a...
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    Wanted: SK tools c32 1" combination wrench

    I am looking for a sk tools c32 1" combination wrench. It needs to be labeled "S-K Tools" on the front panel. I see so many that say Alloy on the the front. NOT wanting the Alloy labeled one. Thx Found one. Thanks
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    The SK Tools 4th Of July Sale & GIVE AWAY!!!!

    I have always been pleased with SK tools. This giveaway and promo is awesome! Thanks garage journal
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    stuck oil pan plug on new Subaru crosstrek

    As with any stubborn fastener I encounter, get the torches out and heat around the plug or bolt. Use any of the suggested methods to grip the plug and it will be out. Cummins NTC 855 engines seem to have a similar problem. The torch heat around the threads always works. If the pan is aluminum, I...
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    Going Rate for Gently Used Quality Toolbox? .50 on the Dollar?

    I have the same setup, only in red. Absolutely love it! I wouldn't take a penny less than a thousand dollars. I have next to two thousand dollars invested in mine. I'd hang hang on to it if it was me.
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    duplicate tools?

    Tools are as good as money in the bank. The money they have saved me alone is big. And then there's the collector aspect. Admit that some of these tools we find at sales are neat, or just plain unique. For the money I have invested in duplicate sets of used tools, I couldn't buy new. I look at...
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    Duralast quality fade

    I bought a batch of hand tools from a neighbor that was "done working on cars". Included in these were some duralast long combination wrenches with the blue dots. I was impressed with the quality. Was hoping to aquire the rest to complete this set. Went to local AutoZone, that style was...
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