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    Re-taping or Repairing Old Drywall

    Look into having a plasterer skim coat the walls. I just had some work done and it turned out great. Guy was a true professional and it was cool to watch him work.
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    Garage vent, ideas for thermostat controlled vent fan...

    https://quietcoolsystems.com/products/ I just bought one of these for a gable vent. Their whole house classic version may fit your vent. The fan I installed was 10x the quality of anything in the store and you can't even hear it running.
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    clamp storage ideas

    I screwed a 1'x4' piece of plywood to my garage truss and hang clamps off that. Anything that doesn't fit will hang over the truss itself. It works well for my setup.
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    What is your "go to" ratchet.

    Gearwrench 3/8 dr. Flex head or roto head ratchet. I've been expecting to break the roto head but it hasn't happened yet.
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    Failed junk from China

    Hein Werner makes a 2 ton jack that is "assembled in the USA", and a 3 ton that says it's made in the USA.
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    Garage door opener rant

    If you call chamberlain you will wait on hold a while (up to 45 minutes in my case) but when they finally answer you normally get a knowledgeable service rep.
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    Need advice... Fire in shop!!!!

    Ryan's post made me throw oil all the old rags and start fresh. Maybe it's time to buy a safety can. Glad you caught it in time.
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    Ordering tool catalogs

    Gearwrench used to send one out. The link is on their website.
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    Tips to save a little money

    You may not be able to burn debris but can you have a "recreational fire"? -pack of sugerdale hotdogs .99 cent -bag of marshmallows $1.50 - case of your favorite beer $20
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    Is there a "best" architectural shingle?

    I've done the garage and house over the last 2 years. When I was comparing I came to the conclusion that Owens Corning #1 and GAF #2. The certainteed I seen were sub par quality. I liked Owens surenail technology. The shingles also seemed a little thicker and heavier.
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    House Related Question (Brick Masonry)

    I'd purchase a newer furnace before I paid for a 2500 repair to an ugly chimney. I'm dealing with something similar. My roofer is going to knock in the chimney when he does the roof ($100). I just replaced the water heater that used the chimney with a turbo vent out the side of the house. Your...
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    Garage door security

    I just zipped tied my release cable. I see this product has a warning not to do that since it would make their product unnecessary. I do realize there are safety issues with zip ties.
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    Roof Pricing Per Sqr

    $350 per sq. Scheduled for install on 4/4. Owens Corning brownwood, new drip,synthetic underlayment, and ice and water shield.
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    Can you believe people buy from this seller

    Maybe money laundering. But then eBay gets a free cut? Idk
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    Windows

    I have no windows and no glass in the doors. They get in the way of how id like to set up the shop. They are also a huge security issue. If I didn't have to worry about security I'd say go for it but I think it's a welcome mat otherwise.
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    Stop Light/Traffic Signal Value?

    I see most for 200-250 on Craigslist. Id probably pick that up for 120.
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    Bench grinder collection bags?

    You could use a mortar/grout bag from Home Depot. Just need to close the one end somehow. http://m.homedepot.com/p/Marshalltown-Blu-Tip-12-in-x-24-in-Grout-Bag-GB690-HD/100318167
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    Trance furnace call for heat?

    ^^This...that flashing red light is reading a number to you which corresponds with your furnace. Once you figure out that number it will be a little easier to diagnose. There are plenty of youtube videos to help just type in your exact model.
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    Vise advice

    Since your from Canton I would look for a nice Columbian vise. They were made in Cleveland and most I see are still in good condition.
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    Tools that always go missing?

    I'm always trying to find my 10mm socket. I buy any I see at the pawn shops, flea markets and habitat stores.
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