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    Garage Door Deteriorating?

    Probably some of you have seen this but I haven't figured it out yet . . .I have tiny styrofoam bits collecting at the bottom of the garage door tracks on both sides. I'm guessing that this is the inner panel insulation deteriorating. At first I thought that maybe a mouse or some termites had...
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    Auto subscriptions?

    I might have missed something very simple . . .but it seems like whenever I post a comment I am 'subscribed" to the thread rather than choosing to subscribe. I just went into my subscription folder and there are 13 pages of subscribed threads, even though I have only subscribed to 20 or 25...
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    Valve grinder with an AWESOME cabinet on CL

    I don't even know what a valve grinder is for . . . .but man check out that awesome cabinet!:drool: http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/tls/3182752083.html
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    Shop Etiquette question for pro auto guys

    I have a 2003 Ford Explorer (my wifes) - she uses it to drive the kids to school and it only has 70K on it, so I figure it is going to last a while longer. Obviously all the regular 70K items need to start being replaced. Recently had it checked out and it needs about $1300 worth of work. I...
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    Tool Box Clean Out - Tons of Stuff

    Please make offers and let me know if you want bundles as I will be happy to give price breaks and bundle shipping to get you the best possible rates. I usually ship within 24hrs of payment and use USPS Flat Rate whenever possible. I pack things very well and always throw in extras! Prices DO...
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    Craftsman raised panel combo wrenches

    Trying to fill out a set - most of mine ar -V^- , I'd prefer V series but open to any that are stamped USA. Need any of the following (and I realize some of these may not have been made): Metric: 4,5,6,8,9,15,17,19 SAE: 5/32, 3/16, 7/32, 1/4, 9/32, 11/32, 13/32, 15/32, 17/32, 19/32, 21/32...
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    Craftsman Ratchet Timeline

    Anyone ever seen a photo series or listing of ratchet evolution? I have been amassing a smile mountain of CMan ratchets and started to wonder about the different styles and models.
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    What the heck is this piece of steel?

    Picked it up at an estate sale with a ton of old tools. This thing is 9.5" x 12.5" and 2.5" thick - it weights 67lbs. It's just a huge block of steel. I'm gonna polish up one side and sink it into a bench top and have a hellov an anvil. Anyone ever seen anything like this?:headscrat Oh yeah...
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    Looking for Craftsman 'H' Series 1/4 breaker bar

    Please let me know if you have one of these to sell! Thanks!
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    Someone help me out with this one? Cman socket set for $900 on ebay?

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&_trksid=p4340.l2557&rt=nc&nma=true&item=120913503544&si=HLLzf%252BQFx6%252FiZaL%252Bc7yyJoLcG2E%253D&viewitem=&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc This has got to be a joke?:eyecrazy:
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    More CMan bits & swivels

    This won't fit into my other post! Prices **DO NOT*** include shipping. NEW CMan Swivel sockets, drive and hex bits - $3 ea. retail $5.85 to $8.85. Willing to deal on multiples - I took out everything I needed so let's deal!:thumbup: 1/4 drive: 7/32 Hex (2 of these) 3/8 6pt flex (4 of these)...
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    Totally stupid question about compressors, sorry

    So I have a 6gal Porter Cable pancake compressor and a CH 1/2 impact driver. It says 7gal+ "intermittent" and 6gal and below "don't use" - Can someone explain to me why if I'm not using this thing other than intermittent? Yeah, I'd love to go to and buy a big compressor but for now this is...
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    AC Delco rachets

    Anyone use these? Are they any good? What would you compare them to? Thanks!:beer:
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    Craftsman RHFT Rachets - V series

    Trying to round out a collection and I prefer these rachets to most others. Looking for a 1/4" and a 3/8" drive - preferably good handle condition. Also interested in any other V series CMan items. Thanks!
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    Tool Box Clean Out - Nothing off the trucks but cheap

    * *New items added 5-19-12 and most prices LOOOWERED!; several interested people have backed out so if it is not marked sold it is still available! * * Please make offeres especially on multiples! Prices **DO NOT*** include shipping. Lot #1 - Assorted Sockets Top to bottom - Left to Right 1...
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    Metal switch box schock

    I have exposed metal conduit in my shop running to the electrical light switch by the door. The switch box is metal and every time I turn on the light I get a little shock from the box - opened it up and there is no ground wire in there. Is there a simple way to ground this...
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    Custom workbench only $275!

    This isn't mine . . .but if there are enough people on here who would pay $275 for this I will be happy to quit my job and make these! :lol_hitti http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/tls/2989663327.html
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    CMan 3/4 sockets

    New never touched a rachet: CMan New 3/4 drive: 1" retail $19.99 in store/online; 2" retail $39.99 online/store - selling basically half off but open to offers - 15/16 ($10) 7/8 (10$) 1" (10$) 1 1/16 ($10) 2 of these - UPDATE 1 SOLD 2 3/16 ($10)SOLD 2 3/8 ($20) 2 of these - UPDATE 1 SOLD 2...
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    Impact vs. Regular Sockets?

    This has probably been asked before but I am new to impacts - I get that they are built stronger so they don't shatter, so . . . .if I am putting together a set of 1/2 sockets couldn't I just go ALL impact and use the impacts as regular sockets as well? Why have both if the impacts are stronger...
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    Craftsman 3/4" drive sockets

    Look, I know these are the closeouts that everyone is talking about. I'm not gonna try to get $29.99 each (list) since I paid $1 for them. But this is a great deal for someone who could actually use them and couldn't get to a Sears. I am even open to trades - PM me. But please. . .don't ask...
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