Recent content by jstchilln

I thought that Teflon tape would be the way to go but it's so easy to ask an informed group and get a knowledgeable answer and erase any doubts and worries. Teflon tape it is and I will look into the suggested Milton couplers. My air compressor isn't a daily tool but it sure is handy when I...

My quick connect couplers are leaking and I need to replace them. I'm going to look for good ones and not HF but I need tips on the proper way to replace them. Will tape work or is this a case for pipe dope??? The compressor is only used for tires and blowing clean small parts but has worked...

I looked at the Intermatic timers and also thought they would be a little much and the christmas tree timer too little. Years ago I had a block heater on my truck and used a heavy duty timer but I have searched and searched and had little luck.

Thanks Cobbler but this is for a thermostat. Also, I havent made it this many years by trusting my safety to something bought off of EBAY. With all of the Chinese knock offs I only buy name brand products from a reputable retailer.

Bert, I agree with you on space heater fires. I'm a captain on paid fire dept. and I have seen numerous space heater fires during my career. BUT, all have been a result of poor wiring or clothes and flammables to close to the heater. This is the reason I want the heavy duty timer and only run...

We are looking at buying an electric infrared ceramic space heater for a basement area. Despite the house being insulated the cement walls and carpeted cement floor in the basement leave it cool while the upstairs is nice and warm. I am looking at one of the Infrared ceramic space heaters and I...