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    Choosing a gas powered log splitter, and I think I've found the one I want. Open to comments

    The cycle time on most hydraulic splitters is just brutal. I would want something you can put a 4 way on and cycle time less than 10 seconds. If your ready to spend 3k+ I would get a super split. They have hondas or electric. Eastonmade ultra is great but in the 4k+ range. There are alot of...
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    How to deal with Harbor Freight 20 ton press with limited space?

    Setup outside and remove the jack when not in use. Or cover it. I put mine in a shed.
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    Framing for 16ft garage door on miracle truss building

    You don't really need a header but make sure that horizontal tongue and groove board over your current door isn't sticking out past the posts on either side. You may want to add one though to stiffen up the wall above the door. Another 2x4 and ply wood to make it flush with the posts should be...
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    Let's See Your Chainsaws

    Not too many of those old ones being restored. If it's complete it might run after being cleaned up. Most are static display pieces. Basically worthless if it's missing anything. Part out on eBay if you need the money
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    Garage curb out of square. Need Advice on how to build

    I would start with the front and cut your plate exactly 24 then bolt it down straight Then cut the other plates exactly your design length. Adjust the back so the diagonals are the same. You won't be off much.
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    Converting Tractor Shed to a Garage

    Attach pt ply wood to the inside to cover all the studs and sills at your slab elevation. Block in between the studs to keep debris out. Fill in to the appropriate height then pour the concrete. Or pour an appropriate slab adjacent to the building and move it after cutting off the bottom even...
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    Workshop concrete floor repair help.

    How about plywood screwed directly to the concrete
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    Where to get Masonite (smooth lap) siding in New England?

    Not sure where to buy that stuff. But you could consider new siding on one side of the house and recycling the stuff you take off.
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    Vise restoration troubles

    Turn down the head off the larger screws. Or maybe a low head Allen cap screw
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    Mystery metal ?

    Definately silver. Check if your friend has more.
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    Need help determining value of machines and tools

    Nothing too crazy in the photos. I'd set up some tables and have a yard sale and take any offer on the big stuff.
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    Vintage?

    Bonus points for the make and model of the chainsaw.
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    Tricky (To me) window installation

    Install the window flush with the sheathing. Old style wood windows use the outside trim as the flange. You could trim it first if you want. Caulking and paint to seal it up. Or wrap with aluminum and j channel for vinyl.
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    Self Locking Measuring Tapes?

    I almost never use a lock on a tape measure. I can't think of a reason to have it on all the time
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    Identify this breaker bar?

    Looks like grandpa got his monies worth out of it
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    KRA 3800/3810 Questions

    Looks like the handle is made in 2 pieces and slides together.
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    really disappointed in my Snap on MG725.

    Check the air fitting on the gun matches the hose
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    resurfacing counter tops

    They probably need to refresh the counters again by now. Keep those ideas flowin
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    Anyone build one of those cheap Home Depot sheds before? Material cost?

    You can build a lot better for 1700. Say 8x12. PT 2x6 floor joist. 2x4 studs 24 oc. T111 siding.
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    Chainsaw Chains

    Get a new stihl 261cm. Keep you bar and chains and use them
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