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    Swag Off Road Press Brake

    I am really curious about these types of brakes, how do you get a 90 degree bend out of a 90 lower die? It seems like you would need to bend your stock at least 2-3 degrees beyond 90 to get a true 90 degrees. Assuming there is a little spring-back. Please report back after you start bending. Thanks
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    Installing OSB on interior walls

    Looks good, did you hang it with the smooth or rough side out?
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    Home Depot $10 off 50 promo

    I think getting this great deal (error on someone's part probably) is ok, but returning them for full store price credit is not ok. No one in particular, but people that feel as though they are owed or need to be rewarded for being a customer is wrong. Don't view yourself as a victim. Just $.02
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    Sick to my stomach, 41 yds of jacked up floor.

    I have had two slabs poured for me in the past, both of them had issues that were not planned. The first pour was for a modern "granny flat" that would have exposed concrete floors for the final finish. Long long story short, it rained that night. The next morning the slab looked like someone...
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    Girlfriend out of town. Starting demolition without approval

    It is easier to ask for forgiveness than permission. Let it rip!
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    Harbor Freight Coupon Thread

    Does the English Wheel ever go on sale (below $299)? Are there any coupons?
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    Best inexpensive way to cover inside walls of garage

    Can someone post pics of their painted OSB? What was your seam treatment?
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    whould you accept these trusses??

    Years ago when I built a small house I noticed a "wave" while looking down the front of the house. I was told it wouldn't be noticed after the it is covered in plywood ("it will straighten it up"). Then hardie planks were installed and it was noticeable. I should have told the guy to pull them...
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    groupon.com $10 for $20 but is it valid on tools?

    If you look a little further down the Q&A, the can I buy tools with this question is answered Yes a couple of times. But it is clearly stated what this coupon can be used for. I am sure they are promoting these other dept because they do not sell that well. I don't think the tool dept is...
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    Anyone Here Built Their Own Automatic Gate?

    I broke the light bulb cover a while back. The best part of this is the wireless remote control. There are better ways of doing this task, but this was my first shot at it and it worked. Someone mentioned not being able to use the safety sensors in case a dog or someone or something is in the...
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    Anyone Here Built Their Own Automatic Gate?

    I built my own automatic gate about 5-6 years ago. The first thing you find out when you start researching gate opener electronics is they are very expensive (not my style at all). Here is the solution, go and buy a chain driven garage door opener and mount it on its side (gear/sprocket side...
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    Hardiplank or other cement siding problems?

    I used the planks on a southern facing Granny Flat (I am also in Southern CA). Siding was installed by professionals. Since the siding can get extremely Hot, I have to assume it is the origin of the Flat's uncomfortably high interior temperatures. The siding radiates heat into the evening. My .02
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    How to install siding on a shed ....

    Hey Guys- Thanks a lot for the info, tips, & suggestions. Since the sheds will be completely different (design wise) from the existing garage, I will keep them separated. I think using the build & tilt up technique will also work for this project. I have been considering a curved corrugated...
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    How to install siding on a shed ....

    Here is a pic of the slab. I just shot it, the reddish coloring is the color of the slab. It was necessary to keep the existing foot print of the old shed (keeping the wife and neighbor good). Actually there will be two sheds, one for storage and one for tools etc.
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    How to install siding on a shed ....

    How to install siding on a shed that will be approximately 6" away from an existing garage, this is what I am trying to figure out. The shed will be about 10' x 10' and will be built on a slab (existing). Siding type is undetermined until this question is resolved. Any info/help is greatly...
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    Harbor Freight Coupon Thread

    Any coupons for, 1 HP 4" X 6" Horizontal/Vertical Metal Cutting Band Saw Central Machinery - Item#93762 Right now it is $239, does anyone know if it ever drops well below this price? Or is the best bet to buy at this price and use 20% off coupon? Thanks
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    Northern Tool Coupon Codes

    Great! Thanks.
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    Northern Tool Coupon Codes

    I am hoping someone can post a current code, preferably a $50 off $250. It's Father's Day, help one out. Thanks for any help in advance.
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