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    Drilling 25/64th hole in 1/4" steel.

    Hi Everyone, The problem I have is that I need to drill a 25/64th hole in 2x2 box steel which 2.5mm thick. Its on the leg of a welding table at the bottom to facilitate a nutsert so that I can attach wheels. Problem is I cannot use the drill press, and only have a Dewalt 1/2in VSR corded power...
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    Problem with Stihl BR 400 blower

    Hi all, I have a 30 year old blower that has served me well and given me no problems until now. The problem is it keeps breaking woodruff keys....I have replaced three myself, and each time the key breaks after a very short while, and the blower is a bear to pull start. I finally took it to a...
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    Info about floor jack model number.

    Hi all, I have an older model Torin Rapid lift floor jack thats in need of a rebuild kit, but there is no model # or serial# anywhere to be seen. Just wondering if anyone can help me with this? Obviously I need the number in order to buy the correct kit. Also, in the photo included of all the...
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    How to repair 25gallon tow behind sprayer

    Hi all, Just got my sprayer out for the first time this Spring, and noticed a leak from one of the fittings underneath the poly tank. The through tank fitting was completely broken...I did drain it last Fall, but there must have been some liquid left in the fitting that froze, and caused the...
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    What type of fitting?

    Hi all, At the risk of asking a really dumb question, I'm not knowledgeable with gas fittings and I need to connect my welder to the gas bottle. The pics show a female fitting on the regulator....AND a female fitting on the gas bottle. Do I just use a regular brass ****** to make these two...
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    High grit flap discs for angle grinder

    Hi Guys, I'm looking for high grit flap discs to use in an angle grinder for polishing steel to a mirror finish. The best I can come up with is 120grit....does anyone know of a manufacturer that makes much higher grit discs than this? Any help appreciated. Thanks
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    Compressor question

    Hi, I have a Campbell Hausfeld 60 gal 5 hp 2 stage compressor that runs 13.5cfm @ 90psi, and has a 80/20 duty cycle. I'm using this in a sandblasting setup, and it runs for about 4 minutes before it kicks in. How long should I continue to blast after the compressor kicks in before I would be...
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    BBQ conversion question

    Hi all, Not sure where exactly to place this question so I'm hoping this works. I just installed the kit to convert my BBQ from propane to natural gas, but have run into a problem. The quick connect on my house outlet is 3/8"...the quick connect on the hose in the kit is 1/2"...rather than mess...
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    Sandblast Cabinet air venting.

    Hi all, Just wondering if those of you who use a cheapo HF blast cabinet have changed the cabinet vents from what it comes like from the factory? There's numerous youtube vids saying that HF has the vacuum port on the wrong side, and that the pickup for the vacuum port should be lower down to...
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    Grounding a sandblast cabinet

    Hi all, Brand new to sandblasting, and have just inherited a Samona blasting cabinet that is no longer made. I wish to set it up properly, and have read that I need to ground certain aspects of the cabinet to avoid static shock. Can someone tell me exactly what I need to do? Ground wire from the...
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    Help locating CH HS2610 compressor parts.

    Hi all, Am refurbishing the above captioned Campbell Hausfeld compressor. Unfortunately the compressor fell off the dolly while I was moving it and some plastic parts are broken, namely the shroud cover and the blower wheel. These parts are listed as "No Longer Available" Whats a guy to do...
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    Compressor Question

    Hi all, Just have a quick question about a compressor attachment. I have only had experience with really small compressors and have recently acquired a used Campbell Hausfeld 5hp. In the photos included is an attachment that came with the compressor.....can I assume that it will connect to the...
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    220v in shop

    Hi guys, Recently moved house, and in the new shop I have one 220v outlet that's on a 20amp double breaker. My welder and compressor are both 220v but the compressor runs 21 amps, and the welder requires 30amps. Can I change out the existing breaker in the panel for 30amp, can I also upgrade the...
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    Millers Falls Angle Grinder identification

    Hi everyone, Just wondered if someone here could help identifying the above captioned grinder that I've just been lucky enough to inherit. The id plate is very scratched but I was able to make out: Cat #: 7*** (Cant read the rest) Volts: Cant read RPM no load: Cant read 25-60htz Model: C CAP: 7...
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    Falcon HV20 metal band saw

    Hi Everyone, New to the forum, and have a question about a metal cutting bandsaw that I've just acquired. It's a Falcon HV20 made by Falcon Industries Inc in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. It needs a little clean up and refurbishment, but in order to do so I would really like to get my hands on...
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