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    Propane sticker shock

    Thanks for the suggestions. Temps have been in the teens. Set the thermostat to 65, the heater seems to be able to keep up with that without alot of cycling. House has some blow in insulation in the attic that feels like it's doing its. Just need to address some cold pockets, fix a few vents...
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    Propane sticker shock

    So this is my first winter in my poorly insulated pier and beam home, and I am in shock with how quickly that propane seems to drop. We have a 500 gallon tank, that lasted 8 months, and as soon as it got cold dropped to about 10-15% in less than a week. We got it refilled about a month ago...
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    Sears.com hot deals and clearance thread

    http://www.sears.com/excel-48-in-steel-work-station-with-pegboard/p-00923411000P 4 ft workbench, $143 "down from" $229
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    Planning my next shop! Anyone use SketchUp?

    get familiar with the gallery. alot of features that have already been generated to save you alot of time.
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    Northern Tool won't warranty purchases. FYI

    Every time I am in there is based on the price of something I found online. The cashier changes it for me right away as soon as I bring it up. Suprised your experience is so difficult.
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    installing a ventilation fan outside

    I picked up a 48" wide (54" with shroud) fan that was used to ventilate a gymnasium. My shop is 40x60 with 13 ft to the trusses and exposed beams, metal siding. The concern I have : I don't really have a mechanism to lift it off the ground. No very big concerns because otherwise I...
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    Looking for advice on where to go next with my garage.

    I vote for in no order: Finished floors Finished / insulated ceiling - Maybe you can attach something lengthwise to your new supports to mount a hanging ceiling or aid drywall mounting. . . . . . . . More tools!
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    Is there a need for T-handle hex keys?

    I asked a good friend of mine this exact question and he told me they were very helpful for motorcycles
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    Greetings from north Texas

    Welcome. I'm moving to Grayson county in april.
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    Which Tool Box is better Mac Tech 1000 vs Snap On Classic 78

    I've never seen any that are smooth to open. I've never taken them apart.
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    Which Tool Box is better Mac Tech 1000 vs Snap On Classic 78

    I hate the slides in the snap on with a passion
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    3 car plus tandem

    Brand of cabinets? How do you like the drawers set up?
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    The "pedestrian" garage

    You just helped me make my decision. Thanks for the details.
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    The repurposing thread

    It's from a 2JZGE (SC300). Cams are hollow will ball bearing plug on one end and threads on the other for the cam gear. I didn't know it was hollow until I cut it :D
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