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    Need recommendations on a finish nailer

    I see that lowes is going to have the 16ga Hitachi on sale for $100 for black Friday so looks like I will be picking that one up. Next question, what length nails should I get for crown molding, 2 or 2.5"? thanks
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    Need recommendations on a finish nailer

    Thanks guys. Guess ill see what the Black Friday sales bring and go from there
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    Need recommendations on a finish nailer

    Thanks for the input. Any ideas on which gauge is best for me? Current tasks is crown molding through plaster and sheet rock walls but do want some versatility in different uses
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    Need recommendations on a finish nailer

    This is an air gun. Not looking to get into another rechargeable system
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    Need recommendations on a finish nailer

    Looking for a finish nailer for DIY projects and the first project it's going to see is crown molding. I was originally looking at an 18ga but reading some of the posts on here I'm thinking I might be better off with a 16ga. I've heard great things about the hitachi guns but have also read HF...
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    Need Recommendations on Miter saw and stand

    I am in the market for a Miter Saw. It will be used for 4x4s, 2x4s, 2x6, and crown molding and any other projects I have. It will be used for DIY stuff so it doesn't need to be the Cadillac but I do want a quality saw to do the job. Currently looking at the Dewalt DW715 and Hitachi...
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    Is this samsung TV fixable?

    yeah...yeahhh..yeahhh should be better now. Kills me about photo bucket...
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    Is this samsung TV fixable?

    Found this TV on the side of the road. I was hoping it was a burnt out resistor which is a cheap and easy fix I've done before. Fired it up and about half the screen is dead from something that hit it. There is no damage to the screen when it is off. Do you think this is fixable or worthwhile to...
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    Finding Plug and Cap Kits

    If youre looking for something simple to minimize oil spillage while you change your lines, try these: https://pigstailusa.com/product/service-plugs/ Then you dont have to worry about what sizes, fitting type, etc.
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    Buying and rebuilding used gas power tools?

    not looking to do it to flip them, just to save some coin and have a project to occupy my time. I might start with a blower and go from there.
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    Buying and rebuilding used gas power tools?

    I am going to be buying my first house in the next couple of months and was thinking about starting to keep an eye on craigslist for working condition used blowers, weed eaters, and edgers and then cleaning up the carbs and such myself if I can find a good deal. I don't have much experience with...
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    Where to: Crimping air hose lines

    This. Push on hose is easy. No crimping or clamps needed-actually, it's discouraged as it can cause the barbs to cut the tube of the hose
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    2016 Garage Sale Thread

    Went to a new (to me) flea market. I was about to strike out when I got to the last table on the last row and got this for $5. 12" proto adjustable and 4" Wilton clamp. I'm pleased since I've been looking for an adjustable for my truck box.
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    Garden Hose seizing prevention

    Cut the nut. Flexzilla makes reusable ends for both their air hoses and water hoses http://www.flexzilla.com/water/reusable-fittings-splicers/
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    2016 Garage Sale Thread

    Had a decent day. $17 for everything - all USA made. I wanted the extensions for cheaper but just couldn't walk away at $12 for both of them NYE 6" adjustable. Really pleased with the feel of it SK 1/2" extension SK 3/8 wobble extension Punch Craftsman =v= 1/2" universal joint
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    Should I buy This Snap On Tool Box $500?

    if you dont, i will!
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    New impact sockets-laser etched vs. engraved

    I need to pick up a set of HF metric impact sockets to leave on my service truck. Big question: etched vs. engraved? I think etched is more visible but engraved will hold up better with wear. Thoughts?
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    School me on an Air Ratchet rebuild

    So I tinkered around with it for a while and got it working. The only problem is not it shoots rusty oil everywhere when using it. Whats the best way to degrease this and start fresh? Whats the best oil and grease to use?
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    School me on an Air Ratchet rebuild

    How do I know if the vanes are substandard?
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    School me on an Air Ratchet rebuild

    I found an IR model 107 in the scrap bin at work. I was checking it out and took it apart. The two pieces were loose so the previous owner mustve take it apart before scraping. How hard would this be to get working again? Can I find a rebuild kit online somewhere? This is my first time...
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