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    The best money can buy

    In 1993-1994, we did a six figure remodel and bought the best kitchen appliances money could buy. In the past six months, the freezer in the Sub-Zero has quit as have the dish washer, microwave and last night, the built in oven quit. Before you post that I was lucky to get 20+ years out of...
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    Supply valve with 4' handle

    I have to replace a leaky supply valve that is probably 45 years old. I would like to use something with a shutoff that is easily reached. Using a 4' rod is a PIA. Current valve is down 4' as it is in Colorado. This is a vacation home and I want it to be quick and easy to turn the main water...
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    Creating your own lumber source

    Have recently had to deal with trees and insurance companies. No point in boring you with the details. However, got a card in the mail today from a guy with a portable saw mill that offers to remove the trees and create lumber for projects. Can't help but wonder if he's using a list provided...
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    Grease gun

    Cannot make this work....cartridge is in correctly. Even bought a second one for directions and can't make it work either! Mr. Stupid New signature
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    Siding for a houseboat

    Just finished doing Trex over a waterproof membrane on the upper and lower decks of my houseboat. Now I want to do some siding to breakup the slab look. First off, what ever I use has to be light weight and easy to install. I personally like the look of corrugated steel as I have it on my...
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    Sand Blast Cabinet Light

    I have the generic Chinese sand blasting cabinet that has miserable lighting. Even with a shop vac hooked up, you see can't see squat. Walking through Ikea last month, I spotted an LED fixture with three pinpoint lights that can be adjusted for $39.95. Since it's designed for a ceiling or...
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    Need info on lathe

    Picked this up recently and looking for info on the unit and some guidance as to using it. It appears to have 12" bed and 26" overall. It does have a Craftsman logo, but can't find a model number
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    Staying logged in

    Since updating to IOS 7.o something, I have to log in evertime I visit any of the Atomic Industries websites as well as several other forums on my iPad mini. Sometimes it's quick and easy, other times it's a PIA. No issues when I use my Apple desk top or laptop. Any thoughts? I did visit the...
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    BYB Upgrade

    My Backyard Buddy was purchased 15 years ago and I recently had some issues with the safety catches. Bought the upgrade kit along with new pulley axles with zerk fittings. My brother and I installed the new parts and it is well worth the time and money.
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    A different concept in lifts!

    This most interesting! http://www.carlift-ramp-mr1.com
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    Blitz gas cans

    I've been using Blitz "jerry cans" for years around the house and on off road trips since 1985. Went to a couple of hardware/automotive stores for some new spouts and gaskets. Nothing! went on line and found this...
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    Price vs. Quality

    Ran across this in this morning's NYT: http://bucks.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/09/04/striving-to-lead-more-of-an-heirloom-life/?ref=business The second round of comments were really interesting.
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    A New York Times essay worth reading

    http://www.nytimes.com/2012/07/22/business/what-happened-to-the-craftsmanship-spirit-essay.html?_r=1&ref=business A lot of points here I really never considered...
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    3-hole Canada Bell pay phone

    Probably from the late thirties, early forties. Works without coins, but can be made to accept coins by someone smarter than I! Perfect for theme garage and a way to generate beer money. Includes phone booth glass sign from the fifties. $200.00 and I'll pay for FedEx ground anywhere in the...
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    Repurposing a work bench

    Found this Amish workbench at an antique store in Redstone CO. We also have a fullsize Amish bench we use as a sideboard in the dining room.
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    Craftsman Tools marketing update

    Found this in today's NYT. http://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/05/business/media/05adco.html?_r=1&ref=business
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    Another use for a four post lift

    Made a couple of cross pieces with cleats at either end and a bunch of screw eyes to hang pieces for painting. Note fender covers hung on wall with clothes pins.
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    Schlage Lock sets cheapened!

    In the process of changing property management companies, I had to change a deadbolt and door lock set, both using the same key. Had my choice of a Schlage combo set at $56 or an Ace house brand for $29.95. Went with the Schlage as that was the brand already installed some 15 years ago. The...
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    Outside floor covering

    I have a house boat that needs some sort of floor treatment on the outside upper deck. Besides looking ugly, there are some hairline cracks that need to be filled in. And, it is not a real smooth surface like a garage floor. Looking for ideas on what I can use that will be water/weatherproof...
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    Tool box at SEMA with corner post hinges

    Poor description of a tool box featured on SpeedTV SEMA coverage this week. Box was yellow and drawers were on pivots. Thanks in advance for some help.
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