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    Bosch L-BOXX-2 information

    Yea, I was kinda hoping to save myself about $25 and not go to the #3. Hmm I guess no such luck. I did see the handle on the review video, and that was a concern. I appreciate the confirmation! James M
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    Bosch L-BOXX-2 information

    I have a Bosch Sander that did not come with a case, and because I consider this sander an "Investment" I want to make sure it is well taken care of. I have the Bosch 1250 DEVS sander and I wanted to know if it would fit inside a L-BOXX-2. The height of the sander is slightly less than 6" and...
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    Preservation of Rust tips

    Looks like the Clean it up and shoot it with a flat clear is the best option! Thanks so much everyone, I just wanted to explore other possible options! James M
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    Preservation of Rust tips

    I have an old toolbox that is right on the verge of being a little too rusty, but I really like the state it is in right now, a great amount of patina but not Roached! Can anyone suggest a product I could put on it to keep it in that state. I was thinking of a flat clear but I was unsure as to...
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    The VINTAGE toolboxes of Garage Journal!

    Ok, I have seen a couple of that bottom one with the empty bottom section, there are some versions though that only have two horizontal lines on the drawer pulls as compared to the decorative design. that too makes it even that much more difficult to find. I am being picky, but I would like to...
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    The VINTAGE toolboxes of Garage Journal!

    All, I restored this 10 Drawer Craftsman top box a couple of months ago and I am on a mission to find the matching bottom. Wanted to know if anyone has the ad from when this box was sold or any pics of the variations that would be a match to it. I know I have seen the pics on here before....I...
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    2014 Garage sale thread!

    Only one find today. A Beach Toolbox, never seen one of these before, can anyone tell me more about them? It was pretty heavy and all the drawers slide well so I gave him the $25 he asked for it. Really like the color, hard to tell in pics, but it is like a Candy Apple Red. Debating a repaint...
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    2014 Garage sale thread!

    Here are today's finds, it's tough working and trying to go to these sales, Here is S.A, TX first you have to be there the previous day at 9:30 am to sign up, then the next day at 9:00 to go in! Ugh! Well, I was #54 out of about 80 people that signed up no needless to say I had to sit there and...
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    Show Your Heritage Logo Love

    Deskmechanic, Great box! I have the 10 Drawer version, but wish I could find the 2 and 6 drawer version like yours!!
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    2014 Garage sale thread!

    Mr. Brooks, Thank you, I was clueless on what you meant! now that I understand , I did as you said and I found the following numbers...... 2 93 and under the adjusting "crank" was 900073 2 93 . The obvious thing jumping out to me is that it was made Feb 1993? Then again, I don't want to assume...
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    2014 Garage sale thread!

    MrBrooks, Thanks I was not sure what that number stood for. I did see the keyway you were talking about and will greased up. Have a lot of paint removal to do first! Thanks again! James M
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    2014 Garage sale thread!

    Today's finds.... Came across a Wilton Vise, No 101157 on one jaw. I am guessing that is the number. Works great and is very smooth, just need to take off the crazy Latex paint! I paid $40 for it! Also added a Craftsman Crown top toolbox in pretty damn perfect shape, except for the fact that the...
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    Woodworking Belt Sander advice

    I am using the belt sander to take down mesquite wood that has been milled and dried for about 2 years. They are cut into 1 1/2 thick pieces and I use them for narrow table tops, Outdoor benches or join them together at times to make larger table tops. the 6" Bosch 1250DEVS has reviews from...
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    Woodworking Belt Sander advice

    So I have an old Makita belt sander with a Bag and it's a beast.... Heavy not easy to handle but it certainly does the job!! I am a Home woodworker and I am starting to work with woods like Mesquite and such so I am considering investing in a new "Belt Sander", I have a couple of smaller Bosch...
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    Battery Charger info needed.....

    Would this be OK for electrolysis? I did not find any cracks in the wires for the battery terminals, I was wondering though if you can replace these wires with new ones? Just ot be on the safe side. Thanks,
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