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    AMGO OHX-10H Lift review/install

    I finally pulled the trigger on a lift, and purchased the AMGO OHX-10H lift. I did not find much information on this lift when searching, so thought it would be useful to share pictures and information, as well as my personal impressions of the lift. Specs found here...
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    Grey Pneumatic impact swivel socket quality??

    I am in the market for a set of semi-deep impact swivel sockets in 3/8 drive. Of course, Snap On is the top priced option, and I believe my rep told me $540 for the 9 piece set. I was looking at Pittsburgh and Icon, but both are shallow. I don't currently have a Mac, matco, or Cornwell...
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    2 post lift discussions: Are all Chinese lifts created equal?

    So I am in the final stages of my hobby shop, which is a 40x64 pole barn I built to do side work on cars, atv's, pretty much anything that walks through the door! It was also somewhat built for my dad, who retired as a 40+ year Ford dealer tech. He is a bit worn out @ 65 from all the years of...
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    Blowing in cellulose in the attic: Any brands to avoid??

    As the title states, I am at the point in which I am going to be blowing in my attic insulation into my 40x64 pole barn. I already have 5" open cell spray foam in the walls, and eves prepped for my vented soffits. That said, there is quite a price and weight discrepancy among the local lumber...
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    Snap On stepped up their game. Milwaukee's turn!

    So I work in a dealership.....and everyone knows we're always out to find a better option for less than the tool truck. Currently, my "BIG" impact gun is the Milwaukee 1/2" drive (2767-20 I believe) impact, rated at 1400 lb-ft of nut busting tq. Yesterday I ran into a truck with lug nuts...
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    Help wiring thermostat on Modine PDP200ae013 unit heater!0

    Good evening all. Modine PDP200AE0130 unit heater, trying to use a white rodgers t-stat outta my house (replaced with new Emerson wifi). Can I just connect the R on the t-stat to T1 on the heater, and W on the t-stat to T2 and this will work? Been reading the manual and can't figure it out...
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    Sterling TF-200 info/reviews??

    Modine Unit Heater 83% vs 93%?? Looking at a couple used unit heaters locally for my 40x64x16 shed. One is a Modine Effinity 93% efficient 110,000 BTU for 650 in nice condition. The other is a Modine PDP200AE0130, 200K BTU, but only 82 or 83% efficient for $800/ I have decided on a unit...
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    Weaver W-Pro 10 vs Forward DP10an422 ???

    Good morning to all! Getting close to finishing my home hobby shop, and about to order a lift. Being a dealer tech @ about 6'3" tall, I've always had to squat under a standard Rotary lift just a little. That said, I have been looking for an extended height lift.......not just for the truck...
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    HVAC ideas for 40x64x16 shop?

    Good morning all! I am wrapping up the build of my 40x64x16' shop, and trying to get ideas for HVAC. I am all set for 5" open cell foam in the walls, and R-49 blown in cellulose in the ceilings, covered by white sheet metal. I also plan to add a mezzanine on one end, 12' deep, and the...
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    Pole barn build: Condensation barrier and house wrap??

    Good afternoon all! I am about to start the build on my 40x64x16 personal shop. I was getting quotes on spray foam in advance......and the local company who has an excellent reputation told me that if I am planning to do 5" open cell spray foam, house wrap is a waste of money, unless I am...
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    Pole shed vs stick built? Need some help!

    HI all, newbie here......not new to the construction scene. Do a lot of home projects, but never built a house or large structure before!! I have been pricing 40x60x16 pole sheds, and have it narrowed down to a good builder for a good price. The structure itself with (9) 4x3 insulated sliding...
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