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    Parts Washer- 20g Kart Or 3g ? Can't Deside !

    Both have their pro' & con's, so I can't deside. The pro for the 20g is that it's bigger to be able to wash larger parts and it''s on wheels. The Eastwood is the table top washer and easy to store. I have a tool cart that would be perfect for it. Right now, Eastwood's is on sale for $65...
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    Ceiling Or Wall Mounted Air Hose Real And Elect. Reel's ?

    I only have a single stall working garage, so space is tight and appearance is also very important. I want everything to have it's place, clean and great organisation. I've never had them before so what's better , mounting on the wall or ceiling and why ? I'll take a few pics tomorrow showing...
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    Which AN Wrench's ?

    There are many makes of these tools and I'm sure qualities as well. They won't be used everyday, but more like a few times per year. I won't be using large wrench's, like for radiators etc. When I helped a friend race sprint cars, he just just regular wrenchs, which always scratched the...
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    Mini Calking Gun For 5 fl. oz Tubes ?

    I bought some tubes of RTV silicone sealant, and I'm wondering if there is a small gun for these 5.5"-6" tubes ?
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    Best Air Compressor Anti-Vibration Pad ?

    Getting tired of my 60g compressor walking around the garage. So, I want to anchor bolt it down and set the legs on anti-vibration pads, question is, what are the best pads to buy or make and why ? What material is the best ? How thick ? Do you screw the bolts down tight, or leave a tad loose ?
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    Bench Top Parts Cleaner and Which Cleaner ?

    I thought I started a thread about this, but I don't see it. :willy_nil I don't want the space of normal size of part cleaner to get in the way in my small single stall garage, so I'm looking at benchtop's. The one I got real excited about is a hang on the wall or it has stands to put on a...
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    Good Q/C, Low Price, Air Compressor Filter/Reg,Desiccant Dryer ?

    I'm looking to replace my old Binks filter/regulator for my 60g upright air compressor. I need one for both oiling tools and a clean line with air dryer filter/drain for painting. My use is just diy mechanic & some small piece painting garage, not everyday use. I have just a single stall...
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    Have You Bought Tiles From Mazer Wholesale ?

    Mazer Wholesale. I was looking at selfstick vinyl tiles and found them. https://www.mazerwholesale.com/shop/self-adhesive-flooring/garage-floor-tile/black-and-white-garage-or-basement-floor-tile/
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    Best Water Based Cleaner ?

    I'm going to buy a small shop type parts cleaner, 20g. Most today are made only for "water" based cleaners, not the old solvents that this old geezer's used to. So, what is the best,....water based cleaner ?
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    Most Accurate- Digital Tire Gauge ?

    I'm getting older, need more light and a magnifying glass to read anything ! So, I'm wanting a very accurate digital,....tire gauge. Like we all know, just because a tool is expensive doesn't mean it's better. This brand and model number has over 4,800 reviews with a 4 stars or 5. They also...
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    Any Pro Auto Painter's Here ? Have Questions.

    I built a 427 Cobra back in 2000 and I painted the engine block the same color as the body. I just built a new engine so I'm wanting to paint this as well. Today, it looks like the trend is to paint the engine a contrasting color to the body. I used to be a auto body man and painter, 25...
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    Your Heat Source, For Shrink Tubing ?

    I haven't used heat shrink tubing for a long time, but a current project will require some. I have a older mini blue flame tool, but I'm thinking about a electric heat gun. My butane type alway's seemed to be empty when needed. Being just a car and DIY guy, I don't need anything expensive or...
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    Best Small Automotive Wire Stripping Tool ?

    I have a couple of standared wire stripping tools, which are fine most jobs, but I'm wanting a good quality, moderate priced small tool, one that can be used in places like under the dash, trunk, engine bay, small areas, etc. I've see a couple that are a joke, and some that are very expensive...
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    Problems With All Flooring Types

    I have a single stall garage that I'm overhauling for my 427 Cobra, with the nice cabnets, tool box's, wall paint, MaxJax lift etc. I'm wanting to do something,...to my old stained concrete floor ! The problems with paint/epoxy, even if you prep your floor very well (especially old stained...
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    Top 4 (or so) Pancake Air Compressors ?

    I've seen a few deals with a small air compressors that include one to three nail guns like these below. I would like to use around the house, so just small jobs. I don't want to spend the money for the top compressor and guns, but no crapy shi☆ either. Lowes- $199 Bostitch 6-Gallon Portable...
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    Good Set of Diagonal Cutter Pliers and Screwdrivers ?

    At 40 years of using tools, I'm tired of cheap screwdrivers, especilly phillps that the tips strip out fairly easilly. Same goes for wire cutters. But, I can't spend high dollar for say, Snap On. So what's your recomendation's ? Kevin
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    Trade- maxjax lift 4 reg. Lift ?

    The MaxJax is a great low ceiling lift for regular sized garage's. I have a 427 Cobra which is very short in height. I'm looking for someone to trade their regular sized lift for mine. All I would need to do is cut a small section of my ceiling drywall to match the square shape of the post and...
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    Best Benchtop Parts Washer For The Price ?

    I don't want a piece of ****, but not a high dollar either. Eastwood has their 3.5g on sale for $63 bucks. Is there any "non-brand" low cost, but work very well washers that are almost as good as "name brand" ones ?
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    Which Type Of Chair To Custom. Casters Or Not ?

    My best friend and I raced 360ci winged sprint cars for 14 years, but just retired. He has his own mechanics shop with a custom side that has a chassis dyno. I have two of the older style of aluminum racing seats, that does not have the wrap around body and head restraint's like todays safety...
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    Recommend Bostitch Smart Point 18-Gauge Brad Nailer Model #12233

    I'm going to be bulding a lot of door and window trim, so I'd like a nailer. From what I've researched this Bostitch Smart Point Model # BTFP12233 is a good one. I don't want a piece of **** but can't afford a high dollar one either. What are your recommendations and thoughts ? It does have a...
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