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Garage Journal is the busiest forum I have ever been a part of, you can get answers quick here. So, please excuse me for asking this off topic question. But it is still a form of construction. I am building a simple 12 x 12 deck. One side of the deck is going to be attached to house via ledger...

Concrete Footings? I am building a 12' x 12' deck. It has 3 footings holding up one end and a ledger board holding up the other side. The footings are 12" wide x 24" deep. I used the Sakrete tubes with Sakrete mix. Anyway, I noticed one of my footings is 2" lower than the other two. Not really...

OK, so I need the 7mm, 9mm and 11mm wrenches. I got the 7mm from Advance Auto (online) the other day and it is 5.5" in length. It is actually a hair longer than the 8mm wrench. Did Gearwrench change there ratcheting wrenches? Also, on the website it says made in China, The 20 piece set I got was...

I am not sure where to put this question? But it is tool related. So, I bought a flashlight yesterday, it cost $60.00. I had $65.00 in my paypal account so decided to use that to make the purchase. However, paypal did not use the money in that account. Instead they drafted the money from my...

I need a drill press and have been considering the 10" Wen for $125.00. Yes I am poor. I just ran across an add in Craigs List for a Buffalo FDM-16SP(GP) for $75.00. It says needs work but runs good. Looks like there is some medium to light rust. The tag says it is 5/8, MT. #2, 1990, 3/4 hp...

I found a product that I want to purchase at a very low price at Acme Tools. The product has been refurbished. Kind of seems to good to be true. So, I am wondering if anyone here has purchased tools from Acme, especially refurbished? Is it a reputable dealer? Thank You.

I am making a tool box that fits into my workbench that will have several drawers to hold everything from taps and drill bits to screws and nails. The box and drawers are made of 3/4" melamine. I wanted the inside of the drawers to be 12" wide and 16" deep. With the inside being 16" deep that...

My wife has a coworker that needs some electrical work done. They want 4 can lights in their kitchen with switch and a receptacle above their fireplace for a TV. The attic above is clear, looks like everything will be easy access. They will be buying all of the supplies. I did electrical work...

I really like this bench from Kreg. https://www.kregtool.com/store/c42/universal-bench-with-standard-height-legs/p293/20-x-44-universal-bench-with-standard-height-legs/# The price is not bad at $160.00. However, would really like to build one. But, where do you get the material? Home...

I made some cabinets for my shop today and made a booboo. My back piece was 1.5" shorter than the sides, when I went to cut biscuits in for middle shelf I cut them in .75" off. So, I have two exposed biscuit slots. They are just shop cabinets, no big deal. But, I would like to repair if...

I am trying to free up some space in garage by getting all of my lawn and garden tools out. Largest piece of equipment that I own is a push mower. Honestly, I will never own a riding mower so don't even need to think of future. I also have a 13' kayak that I have considered storing outside the...

My brother gave me a Craftsman Jack. I am thinking it is several years old, but looks new. I added some fluid to it and bled the air. Under load it has a leak at the pump plunger. So, I need a pump plunger o-ring. I go to look up this jack and there is nothing on it anywhere. It says Craftsman...

First thought was Snap-on. They have some that look close, but not dead on.

What do you recommend for the DIY'er? Budget? I guess anywhere from Tekton to SK prices.

About 6 months ago I got the US General 44" tool box. I planed to get the end cabinets for both sides of the 44" box. A week back I was going to purchase one. However, I was a little late because it was discontinued. They are all gone, I can not find them anywhere. Wish I would have known they...

I bought this drill from Home Depot last Friday. At 50 years old, this is my first battery drill. I have been using corded drills my whole life, even 20 years as an electrician. The drill seems to be great, lots of power! But, I have noticed a loud grinding like noise when you let off the...

I bought this drill from Home Depot last Friday. At 50 years old, this is my first battery drill. I have been using corded drills my whole life, even 20 years as an electrician. The drill seems to be great, lots of power! But, I have noticed a loud grinding like noise when you let off the...

I was hoping someone could explain the part numbering/lettering on Gearwrench Tools. So I am looking at some 1/2" drive metric sockets. The number on these sockets at Gearwrench is 80710. If I bought them on Amazon it is 80710D, If I bought them at Advance Auto it is 80710DD. What is the...

I was hoping you guys could help me figure this out. I got a California Air Tools 5510 SE and a Hitachi NT50AE2 Brad Nailer. The instructions on the brad nailer say that I need a Filter/Regulator/Lubricator. My compressor, like all to my knowledge, came with a regulator. Can I not just get a...

Anyone use Jet.com to purchase tools? If so, would you order from them again. So far the one issue I am having with them is, nowhere on the products page does it state if the item is in stock. I would appreciate any help, Derek