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    My new almost dream shop 25x32

    Well here is the latest edition to my shop. I was randomly searching CL and ran across this IR 5hp 14cfm 60gal. It was a thurs night and located about an hour away. I jumped in the truck to go look at it. The owner was asking too much and we settled about $50 apart. My top offer was $250 less...
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    Problem with my new sandblaster

    Yep it's been a while since I used my HF blaster, but I had to keep it rocking to keep the sand flowing...It's not hard once you get the hang of it.
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    Hand Cleaner that won't tear your hands up

    I have started using Simple Green a lot. It's always around, and is very easy on the skin. But use nitrile gloves...It really helps keep em clean. I'm slowly getting into the habit of using them. Just gotta remember to put em on. It also works well with gloves, to just grab a rag with simple...
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    40 X 60 Northwest Garage Build

    Best to do a search on that...It's been discussed a lot and lot's of opinions. That way you can get a lot of knowledge without it all getting repeated, and you having to wait for it.
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    Blocking off porch to keep in housecats

    Maybe a 2x2 wood frame with plexiglass a couple feet high or something. Place it on the inside edge of the brick half wall. Then they shouldn't be able to jump it at all even if they wanted to. Frame could be painted black, stained or whatever to look a little nicer. Then it could be held in...
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    Heated water in a garage

    Ok so your gonna be running the wood stove because it's cold outside obviously. So how are you gonna keep the rain barrels from freezing exactly, and supplying you with water??? What do you really need water for in the garage? I generally just use some Simple Green and a rag. If you gotta wash...
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    What flaring kits to use where?

    Well I found out Saturns use the bubble flare, and apparently GM has started using it a lot on recent vehicles. Other than that, I have only used double flares.
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    New guy with new garage project....

    Welcome aboard, What happened to the posts? It looks like the were out of plumb, and bowed. Did they sit for a while laying on the ground or something? Looks like a nice new garage you got there. Check out the different sections for info on finishing the interior if that's your plan. Use the...
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    Need a Cart Now, Harbor Freight??

    I picked up the black 4 drawer a couple days ago...a great cart for the price.
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    Garage Ventilation using a whole house fan

    While and exhaust fan would certainly help. I think you would see a huge improvement in adding ceiling insulation. Anything to help keep that radiant heat from the roof from entering the main space. When I was building my shop, I noticed a drastic difference in comfort level when adding the...
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