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    favorite drywall anchors

    These https://www.aspenfasteners.com/1-8-x-2-3-4-hole-dia-5-16-expandable-metal-hollow-wall-anchors-long/?srsltid=AfmBOootPr0cmN4zXwAP497-A8rpr2RIbSxtETrfUKdLuJ-Qg24YFrER They come in different sizes.
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    How do I insulate an existing, finished garage?

    As said above. Attic first. Door second. Walls last. Instead of holes I prefer to cut a 6 to 8 inch slot just below the top plate. Fill with blown in insulation, finish top with fiberglass bats. Cover slot with 1x6 or 1x8 trim.
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    Re-grouting tile

    Something like this may work for you...
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    Need Advice On Installing OSB To Garage Trusses

    A standard truss is different than a non-standard truss.
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    Rodent proof garage door bottom seal

    Put some caulk in the joint.
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    Old school copper plumbing - what is this stuff?

    It appears to be 1/2" pipe except for the aera in question. Buy a short piece of 1/2" copper pipe and some fittings. Cut out the old soldier in the new.
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    Drainage at ledger board of deck?

    I always caulk the hole before I lag or bolt the ledger on.
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    Removing shower cartridge from shower panel

    Had to look that one up. Al says: "Gee golly" (or "golly gee") is an old-fashioned, American informal interjection used to express mild surprise, wonder, or amazement, often functioning as a gentle, wholesome exclamation rather than stronger, profane expressions. It acts as a "minced oath"—a...
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    Removing shower cartridge from shower panel

    Al said this may work: Vigo shower cartridges can often be removed using a standard Moen-style cartridge puller (such as the Moen M3203 , Danco 88431E , or generic 104421 puller ) due to similar design, or by using the specific Allen key and pliers method to turn and pull the cartridge...
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    Drywall anchor repair

    Remove old holder and patch holes. Get a new holder like this and anchor to a stud. Franklin Brass Maxted Matte Black Toilet Paper Holder with Towel Bar - MAX50-FB | Buy Now with Express International Delivery | GoSupps.com https://share.google/48zJ2V6tdcl1hI7Wb
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    Hanging pliers on pegboard

    I'm for a bigger tool box.
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    What epoxy for pinhole leak in a 5 gallon steel gas can

    Maybe something like this: https://www.kbs-coatings.com/tank-sealer?srsltid=AfmBOoo73v7pgE8yzifeCEwto2SdAIJKmKWdV2MqRfLBg7JBZLIE0KNl
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    Freshening up oil and grease soaked workbench

    What problem. The bench had a nice patina and now it's gone.
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