Recent content by Phxphenom

Well I used a 0.002 feeler and had everything set just right. But when I started mowing, the blade hit the bed knife and I had to loosen each side just a bit. It is cutting great now and barely touching the bed knife or if so infrequently. Thanks for the help guys!

Thanks guys. Simple misunderstanding that you guys cleared up for me and indeed should be .002". Glad I asked here.

I have a new Hudson Star lawn mower and the gap between the reel blade and bedknife is supposed to be 2,000th of an inch. Accordingly I just purchased a .0005 feeler gauge and although 12" long, it is so thin and flexible that I have no idea how I am going to use it. Do I just fit it between...

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On second thought, galvanized seems to be a more prudent path.....

Thanks guys! Great advice and off to a sheetmetal shop I go.....

I have a 39" X 72" sturdy workbench that I made from of an old wooden door. The tops is beat to heck and I can sand it down to make level but what I really want to do is buy a stainless steel top for it. I wanted your opinions on a few things such as what gauge steel would you recommend, where...

Love the progress. My mom grew up in the Willow Neighborhood at 3rd Ave and Coronado so I know the neighborhood. Spent my youth having fun there!

I would love to know how you did such a fine restoration....Remarkable really....

Thanks! Can't wait to get them! Nice to buy from a fellow forum member. Marc

Thanks....So much to decide from.....I will check eBay too

Thanks guys....Will look at Proto.

They bought a summer home in Northern Az and as a house warming gift, I assembled a toolbox of tiools that I either no longer wanted or just spares. I want to replace all of my screwdrivers. My only requirement is that they be of good quality and made in the USA. I am just a garage hobbyist...

If you are a horder, clean up the place and it will seem so much bigger....

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