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    Kennedy Boxes

    That's a pretty good price for a pair of Kennedy boxes. I would carefully buff the rust of of the plated hardware. You may could polish it off with some polish like Autosol or something similar. I have the 11 drawer top box along with a roller base along with two more smaller chests. Kennedy...
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    What did you do "IN" your garage today?

    Replaced 4 burnt out rear light bulbs on my daughter's '99 Malibu (POS).
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    Rolair compressors

    We use the small single tank, table top unit in our shop at work and it is a fine compressor. Runs very quiet. I recommend them.
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    Formica top for tool chest?

    I like Formica and plan to use it on a packing bench at work. Be advised that it can chip or crack if a heavy object or tool is dropped on it.
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    Help me pick my Old World Screwdrivers

    I use PB Swiss drivers at work and they are first class tools. Tips fit screw slots very precisely and they wear well. Handles are comfortable. I get mine from "Count On Tools".
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    What Brand(s) are in your toolbox

    Okay, I'll bite. Work box: Craftsman Armstrong Matco OTC Wiha Heyco SK Proto Crescent Bonney Wilde Husky PB Swiss Chapman Eklind Bondhus Snap-On Blue Point Stanley Mayhew Baltimore True Temper General Brown & Sharpe Bonney Mac Home boxes: Facom SK Vise Grip Craftsman Plumb Stanley Proto...
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    Future home of my '56

    Re: packrat bordering on hoarder.... Nice post. This type of thing is very interesting and even therapeutic for me to read and be inspired. Keep up the fine work and I hope your health improves.
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    SwissTrax Garage - A Thing of Beauty

    Man, that is cool.
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    1930's Metal kitchen cabinets - repurposed

    Those look very nice. You did a great job.
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    Knife Man

    What an interesting thread. Knife or scissor sharpening using simple jigs or machines is still a viable service opportunity. Last year I was asked by a client to consider offering a basic sharpening service for a major tire manufacturer that has hundreds of knives in daily use for tire...
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    My HF 13 Drawer Creation - Poor Boy Lista/Mr. Big

    That is a sweet looking bench. Good job!
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    The Most Beautiful Engine Color

    Sweet looking 6. I had one back in the day with the 232 engine. The color looks good but I'm partial to Cat Yellow or Perkins White.
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    Favorite spray lubricant

    Silkolene in the spray can. Also use Lucas Gun Oil.
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