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    Pole Barn Door impossible to open.

    Hi, I have a 40 x 60 Pole Barn Shed, it came with the place when I moved in 11 years ago. It has 2 large sliding doors, the one pictured and one on opposite side in the rear. One pictured has become nearly impossible to open. It is suspended by 2 bolts coming out of a closed V-shaped channel...
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    Idea's on a good Sonic Cleaner

    Hi, I would like to purchase a Sonic Cleaner. Thinking a 4LT would suffice. This is a "want" and not a "need", so I'm hoping to get it right. There is a sea of them on eBay and Amazon, all from China, with 4-star ratings, a limited 1-year warranty etc. MHO, reviews are like the news, what...
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    Preparing J- Head Bridgeport for Movers

    Hi, I’m transferring, and a Moving company is coming to move my Bridgeport and it will probably go into temp storage, meaning more loading/handling. I’m told they will make a crate, but who knows. As a precaution I want to do everything I can to protect breakable things. Saw some YouTube videos...
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    Traxion 3-100-FFP Topside Creeper

    I have seen several threads on these Topside Creepers (made in China)which currently sell for anywhere from $190 to $300. Most reviews cite issues with alignment, flimsy parts etc. BUT, they still beat laying across a hood latch. Looking at measurements, it would take approx. 52' of 1-1/2...
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    HF 2.5hp 21 Gallon Compressor

    Hi, Has anyone had one of these for any length of time and care to share their likes and dislikes? I need a "portable" replacement that will run impact, ratchets, cut-off wheel etc. and don't have that much to spend. (I) think an oil compressor has more longevity, or at least it use to...
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    Digital Angle Gauge Recommendation

    Hi, Looking to buy a Digital Angle Gauge and looking for advice/recommendations. One I have been leaning toward is the Brown Line Metal works (BMWBLDAG001). Reason being I already have a collection of Torque Wrenches. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks. Leaky
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    Tool to grab/retain Romex in 4" well down pipe

    Looking for ideals or a tool I can grab Romex and pull to well head. Romeo is 212ft down. I have 400 Ft of 1/4" steel cable that I can attach tool to and lower it. Any ideals or advice would be most appreciated. Thanks Leaky
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    J2534 Pass-Thru

    Looking to buy one and looking for recommendations please. Thanks Leaky
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    Auto/Truck ECM/PCM Rebuilder Recommendation

    Looking for a place to rebuild an ECM for 99 5.9 Cummins Engine Ebay has a plethera of rebuilders, some show outstanding ratings. You look them up on line and there's a very different opinion via Yelp. Anyone have a good experience they would like to share? Thanks
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    Soldering Work Station Recommendations

    Hi, I'm looking to buy a decent Soldering Work Station for home use. The market is full and the prices insane. A Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Leaky
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    Model BSW Band Saw (?)

    Hi, Fellow wants to sell a Model BSW 10 Band Saw. It has no brand on it, but looks every bit like a Craftsman Band Saw (circa 70's maybe) and comes up on Goggle as a Craftsman. I only need one for occasion home use, but what I've seen on the market looks very cheap, light weight, and...
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    Suggestiions on a Window Frame-

    I have a 40 x 60 Pole Barn with 5 windows in it. It came with property, I DID NOT put the windows in. ALL of them leak down the sides inside onto girds. 4 of windows are like picture (2 Single-hung's side by side.) Suggestions were made to put Drip Cap (Z-channel) on top. However there is...
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    Getting Quotes and the Insurance question.

    Hi, I am wanting to have a new roof put on my 1 story home. Every time I call for a quote, I'm asked: "Is your insurance paying for it." or words similar to. I have never done any type of a insurance claim involving real estate, so why am I am being asked this? Are there 2 different charts...
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    Pole Barn Windows Leak

    Hi, I have a 40 x 60 pole barn. To my chagrin, it came with 5 Anderson windows put in by previous owner. I want to finish the inside, but water drips in under the left and right side of ALL the windows. I have sealed the entire perimeter of the windows - inside and out - and problem...
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    Looking to buy an Air Compressor

    Hi, Looking to buy an Air Compressor and this one at Lowes caught my attention. Anyone have experience with this Kobalt? https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-3-7-HP-60-Gallon-155-PSI-240-Volt-Vertical-Stationary-Electric-Air-Compressor/3370356 Thanks. Leaky
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    Warehouse Curtains

    Hi, I have a 40 x 60 Poll barn with a single wood burning barrel stove. I'd like to section it off half way (40 x 30) with a moveable curtain for the winter months. Would appreciate any suggestions or ideals please. Thanks Leaky
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    AUTO Drive Tools sold by Wal-Mart

    Wal-Mart sells "AUTO Drive" Tools. Specifically, they had a simple OBD2 Code Reader. Box labeled: "Made in China. Auto Drive is a registered trademark of Wal-Mart Stores." I've never heard of this brand. Any have experience with these tools? Thanks. Leaky
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    Advice on buying Ridgid 65R-C or 65R-TC

    Hi, Looking to buy a manual Ridgid Pipe Threader. As I understand it, both the 65R-C or 65R-TC have interchangeable parts. But I cannot find specific differences between the two. Any experiences/advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Leaky
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    Proceed with grouting or not?

    Hi, I retiled a small bathroom (23sqft). First tiling job. Did EVERY step and more to insure entire plywood floor/Hardi-backer met requirements and then poured SLU to attain required flatness. Finished floor is ceramic mosaic sheets (12x12x1/4) with 36 2x2 squares within. The space tiled...
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    Suggestions on tooling a newbee with Mill can use.

    Hi, Mattvette89 has posted some machinist tools. I'm just getting into machining. I have a Model J dovetail Ram Bridgeport Vertical Mill with J-head, R8 taper and a VISE. I do have some mics, dial/travel guages, vernier calibers, depth guage. I have been reading and know I will need some...
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