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    Advice for attention to detail?

    IMHO, I think there are a lot of people on "mind-altering" meds that really don't need them. When I was in school, corporal punishment was allowed. It was amazing how getting your **** paddled helped you settle down. Basic training does the same thing, or at least it did. The mind is an...
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    Shop rags

    Wisk and a 5 gal. Bucket for me. I use a toilet plunger to agitate them occasionally while they soak. Then rinse and hang up to dry.
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    FloorJoists for loft

    Thanks for your inputs. I appreciate the help.
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    FloorJoists for loft

    I am getting ready to build a 12X30 loft across one end of my workshop for storage. The room below the loft will have 2X4 walls. Will 2X10 floor joists on 16" center be adequate across the 12' span or should I use 2x12s. I'm thinking about using 1/2" OSB plus 1/2" plywood for the floor of the...
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    Air Compressor Opinions

    Now that my workshop is completed, it is time to buy a compressor. After some research, I'm down to the Quincy 5hp, 2 stage, 60 gallon or the Bellaire 5hp, 2 stage, 80 gallon. I'd appreciate some of your opinions on which one you would recommend. I will be doing some painting/body work on my...
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    Armstrong Steel Buildings

    I just signed a contract today on a 30X72 steel building with 14' walls, 6 10X10 doors, 1 12'12 door and a walk door. Total cost, turn key $42,442. That includes R10 insulation, concrete site work. Everything but electric and plumbing. 140mph wind rating. That seemed to be a pretty good...
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    Increased Concrete Strength: Added Thickness vs: More Cement

    I lived in Germany for about 9 years. Their concrete doesn't crack. When they pour it, you would swear that it needs more water. It takes them a long time to work it, but it sure lasts. In the late 90's, I flew on a base that was built by the Germans in the late 30s. It had never been...
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