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    Removing water/sand from flag pole sleeve.

    I have probably set two dozen just like that.
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    Unknown tool Plumbing?

    That is what they look like to me.
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    Bostitch 15-Gauge Nailer BTFP72156, Help needed

    If not a nail could be a bad o ring on the piston.
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    The Harbor Freight PASS/FAIL Thread...

    I have the same one that was made for Mapp. Bought in 96. Used it a lot. Stricter has just now quick working. Does not look like it is apart that can be replaced.
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    lincoln sa200

    Years ago almost every crew erecting structural steel used them. The continental just keep on running.
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    Advice for router

    I purchased a PC 100 in 1976. Used it a lot. Still runs like new. Bought my PC 690 some time in the 1980's. Same type of proformance as the 100.
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    Proctor Compaction Testing of Sub-Grade Material

    Last project I managed we took over 4,500 density tests. Around 400 proctors. There are two types of proctors. Standard and modified. Modified and standard. Because we had a laboratory technician on site every day all day we paid the laboratory a hourly rate, not by the test. Much cheaper...
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    Best Heat Gun

    I have owned Master Appliance and they are good and very long lasting. The Makita I purchased in 2001 has been my favorite.
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    What kind of tools have you found in the road??

    About 8 years ago I found a Stihl seedeater. Well used but worked perfect. Just wore out this spring.
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    Cast iron speedaire compressor

    I have had the same compressor for 25 years. 3 hp, 20 gallon tank. Still works like new. Mine shows its age. Not near as nice looking as yours.
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    Elec. Dryer Power Vent

    Not familiar with that model. Installed one similar, maybe fantech, about 20 years ago in the house I was living in. The vent was vertical for six feet and then horizontal for about 20 feet. Stopped up with lint at least once a year. After installing in never stopped up again. The one I...
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    Old tool brands to avoid

    WWIIjeep very accurately described by experience with tools. Still have a few Black & Decker professional tools that are as good as any brand made today. I needed a scratch all one day and purchased a Globemaster at a convenience store 35 years ago. Hoped it would make the day. I still have...
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    Concrete Confusion...

    I have been building with concrete for the last 45 years. Everything from pored in place jails to waste water treatment plants. The last project I was on, a pumping station, contained over 8,000 cubic yards. IMO the last person you want advice from is a concrete finisher. They only want...
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    Radial Arm Saw Blades: School Me

    I have owned and used radial arm saws for the last 45 years. Always just used a regular blade. Never bought any type of special blades. Some blades are more aggressive about pulling into the wood. There is a feel for pulling forward and holding the saw back that you do need to develop.
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    My new DC welder!!! $50!!!

    I have owned the same machine for years. It has done every thing I have needed. I can not pick it up by myself.
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    Help me pick a router

    I have both the pc100 and pc690. Both are outstanding.
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    Opinions on wire and breaker placement in new panel.

    The chase is the best choice. Makes life easy in the future when you want to add something.
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    How many of you have a hand held bandsaw?

    I have had sawzalls and portabands for the last 20 years. They both have their place. Have used the sawzalls more but the portaband is great for things when yhou do not have a oxy-acy torch.
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    How did you learn your trade?

    Worked as a construction labor for two summers while in high school. Joined the local uion carpenter apprentice ship. soaked in everything on a construction project. Learned welding, plumbing, electrical and of course carpentry. when not at work I was working on cars with my father in-law...
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    I am sick of the MILWAUKEE HYPE!

    Have worked in the construction industry for years. Skill, black & decker, porter cable, Milwaukee, dewalt, Bosch Mikita and others have been popular and made good tools at some time. Things come and go. Some guys tear up anything, others they last forever. I am one of the later. I own all...
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