Recent content by SouthWind

For the record, a pair of 2 1/2 inch, 15 gauge finish nails into a stud will easily support a 3/4 inch shelf cleat, I’ve trimmed out many houses that way.

Hey folks, I'm getting ready to break ground on my 30x54 here in Central KS (30" frostline). Stick built, footer/frostwall/slab (not monolithic). Interested in thoughts on the best way to get a solid base. Soil is fairly clay, and we will need to raise the slab up a bit for drainage, as we are...

Hey all, I found this site while looking for information about an old compressor I got from my Grandfather. I don't know much about compressors (or garage/mechanical stuff in general) so I'm interested to see what I can learn. It is has Quincy Compressor Co markings. Besides the company name...