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Many jurisdictions vary on their interpretation of "protected". Additionally, many jurisdictions are enforcing code based on the NEC from a decade or more ago.

This depends on the AHJ. Many buildings can be run with romex with open walls in certain parts of the country.

Romex is so damn cheap I have no idea why anyone else would do otherwise in a building that allowed it. I agree upgrading is an issue but if that is the case just jerk another run in whatever gauge you need. A metal building where codes require metal clad or conduit, yes, armored cable or...

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I think the "white" polishing compound prevents some of the blackening and is used for harder material. Maybe a clean wheel would help too. I agree it looks like you need some intermediate sanding steps before you can go to the polishing compound. Fine grit flap disks work pretty good and are...

I'll chime in once more so as not to get involved in the melee that tends to ensue when various "experts" on this forum start to squabble... Let's assume you are a victim of substandard workmanship. There is only one true remedy and that is tear out and redo. Which party pays? 1) Builder...

This is a tough situation and why getting concrete and sitework right beforehand is critical. I can't say for certain but sounds like there may have been lack of compaction of the sub grade and a less than stellar finishing job. If so, no easy or cheap fixes. What did your contract with the...

This. One tube should last a DIYer a lifetime.

Based on your pics I would look for something with more room for expansion and less restrictions. My biggest regret is the house I am in now. Subdivisions are great for kids and property values but hell for trying to get shop space that fits restrictions and ever shrinking lot sizes. I've...

I like the Williams Hard handle ones. Recently saw an 8 pc set for $57.50. They have bigger sets too. Great screwdrivers for the money.

I have the airlift and it is great for my Goldwing and my wifes minivan with coolant lines to the rear. You wouldn't believe the procedure in the FSM for changing the coolant and getting the air out of the system afterwards. Also it helps get out as much coolant as possible while draining if...

You sound like the buyer the seller is looking for. Let us know when you're going to pick it up and post up a restoration thread! Elbow grease is not free, time is money... I suspect there is a reason this unit was left outside in the elements. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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We usually have luck with dope alone (Gasoila soft set made by Federal Process Corp.). I have seen sprinkler guys use tape and dope with success. If I had to guess they are using the cheapest import fittings bought in bulk. Gotta do what works.

For laying the rule of thumb is 40 and rising. Since you are not dropping below freezing for any length of time I would think you are OK. If you were laying in the 40's while it was dropping and getting down to the 20's or less that night then you might have an issue with the water freezing in...

Glad you found and fixed your leak! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'll disagree that dope does not offer sealing properties. Minute leak paths are sealed that cannot be sealed by imperfect (99.99999% of joints) sealing of the joint taper. Whether it is galling, dull threads, tearing of the metal, lack of squareness of the cut end prior to threading, out of...

You can continue as long as you like but there is no substitute for pipe dope to enhance sealing and prevent galling of tapered pipe joints in modern piping systems assembled in the field. You insinuated in your first post that dope was some type of crutch to help cobble together...

You are only showing your ignorance. The body of the tape dissolves in fuels, it basically "melts" for lack of a better term. Throw a roll in a cup of gasoline and see for yourself. I am no chemist but I don't believe the teflon itself is the problem but the binder or carrier that makes up...