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I just bought some Strong Arm for my trunk and so far so good. Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk

Actually no. I didn't back it out so I don't know. I bought some SS ones to use and never thought that could be an issue. Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk

I know this is an old thread but I just installed a 4' section of the Gladiator Geartrack in my garage and I think I may have split one of the studs. Of the 6 screws installed one just started spinning once I got it all the way in. I was getting resistance all the way to the end though...

United States and Iowa. Good to know about checking on the staircase too Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk 4 Beta

Sorry I should have used better punctuation. The assessor didn't say it needed to. I was assuming on age and the shape it looks like but it sounds like everyone's advice would be to really check about rehabbing it. We would certainly be getting an inspection. The place has been a rental...

Good to know. Not a complete newbie but certainly don't do homes/construction/remodeling. I have a good understanding of terms and the basics of how stuff works. I have a buddy of mine who does more general contract work that can take a look at it some time also and give me a better idea.

That's very encouraging to know. What are other things to look out for. Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk 4 Beta

Whoops double post

When we looked at the house the other day some of the wood on the inside beams and such looked pretty weathered and worn. In guessing over the years doors have been left open and moisture over time. The inspection would really tell and will wait for that but thought I'd get some ideas in...

So my wife and I have been looking at houses and many of the things we are coming across seem to need modifications to the garages (trying to turn a 1 car into a 2 car if space is available etc) The main house we are looking at and will be putting an offer in on has a 3 car 24 x 32 with loft...

Hi all from eastern Iowa. I ran across some of the threads here while searching for some garage ideas and thought I should finally post since we are buying a new house with a 3 car 24 x 32 garage that may need to come down and another in its place. Anyway I look forward to plenty of...