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I'm looking at 7" Porter Cable shaper, first smaller sized shaper of any brand that I've found locally, and have questions about what to check out on it, areas of concern to check, and general advise. I'm not real familiar with shapers, just some exposure to them in an adult evening shop class...

My new slab has a rebar stub positioned for connection as a Ufer ground (it is part of the reinforcement of the thickened edge of the slab.) My question comes because the slab and edge has 2" of Styrofoam under it and around the perimeter, so the slab isn't in contact with the soil as required...

Years ago I picked up a mold and steel handle for making a lead hammer, plus an extra handle of a different size and brand. I've never tried using it to make a lead hammer and wonder if anyone has used one of these, how did it work, any hints or suggestions for me before I give it a try. Also...

I collect hand tools for drilling, especially bit braces, hand drills, and breast drills, and their accessories (bit extensions, angle adapters and chain drills etc). Any of the you also collecting/accumulating these tools? I'm always on the lookout for interesting/odd/unusual variations...

I'm in need of a table for a Craftsman drill press. It's a 12 3/4" bench top drill, number 101.03581, and has a 2 1/4" diameter column. I'd like to find one that fits and works, if I can't find the exact proper replacement, and of course I'd prefer not to spend too much for it.

I've been logged in and reading posts here for years and finally have some questions and I will be asking for advice. I'm in Menomonie Wisconsin, about an hour East of St.PaulMN,and will be moving into town to a city lot in the near future. I need to build a garage and shop building before...