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    Sequence of lift installation and floor coating

    Had my four post installed by the supplier on a 5 year old epoxy finish. They didn't mar the floor at all. Just took their time and all went well. Set the post on top of pieces of stall mat from Tractor Supply.
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    Water softeners, 400ppm post-softener, ideas?

    When regenerating the unit, check the water coming out of the drain line. At the beginning of the backwash you should see resin fines and/or gunk. During the brine draw, taste a drop of the water coming out of the drain for salt. There is typically a standpipe in the brine tank where you can...
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    NewAge Products $5K Giveaway!

    Count me in
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    Double sided magnetic tool rail

    I see two options you could take: Take two cheap HF magnetic tool holders and attach them back to back. One side affixes to the pegboard, the other holds you tools. https://www.harborfreight.com/18-in-magnetic-tool-holder-60433.html Pay a premium for one from McMaster that is ready to go out...
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    John Deere 240 starting issue

    +1 on the fuel supply. Have a 25 year old JD 325 that acted similar this spring. A $20 fuel pump from Amazon did the trick. https://www.greentractortalk.com/ is a good source of info
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    Pretty garage floor coatings, cost?

    Not sure I'd use a remodeling company for a floor coating project. Would rather hire someone who is really good at one thing, instead of pretty good at a bunch of things. Used Epoxy Solutions out of Neenah 4 years ago (shot blast, repair cracks, epoxy, chips, polyaspartic top coat) at...
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    Garage force polyurea install in garage addition, how best to clean?

    Old school way works for me, dust mop and a mop mop.
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    finally, good news on prices

    The Metal Supermarkets branch here in NE Wisconsin has always provided great service a fair price. Cut to length, let you look at the stock on the shelf, local folks trying to make it easy for you.
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    Rhino USA Tie Downs

    If the ratchet and cam lock straps from Mac's Tie-Downs are anything like their UTV tie down systems, they are a winner. Bought a set to trailer our Polaris UTV and they are extremely well made.....In the USA
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    Shop Basics - The Over Looked Items

    A stack of 3" x 5" index cards for list/quick sketches.
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    McMaster Carr.... shipping?

    I've called them up several times to ask who the manufacturer of a particular item was and they graciously shared the info
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    Tempo WP Asian Lady bugs.

    Thanks for tip. I'll get some ordered and get after those little SOBs!
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    Price of osb way up!

    The sheets of damaged OSB we sell at Menards went from $5 to $10 and are now at $15 per sheet! It'll help if you're building a deer blind, but you're hosed otherwise.
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    How do you know if you have busted pipes?

    Have worked in the Power Generating Industry from finn's plants in the UP down to Austin. One thing they all have in common is the use of water. The plants in the South aren't built with the protection from the wind/cold like they are in the North. Freeze a line or two, have too much moisture in...
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    How to organize numerous dies and taps

    Awesome organization guys, definitely helps with the same problem I've been facing. Thanks much
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