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My rules for HF purchases - 1) nothing that if it fails can harm me (jackstands). 2) Nothing that I must rely on in an urgent/emergency situation (generators). 3) No air tools. Except for the PVC lined air hose that I use to run air from my IR compressor to the 5 places in my shop. Their...

-HF jigsaw. The blade clasp broke first use. -HF motorcycle lift - tried to drop a motorcycle when elevated. repositioned the bike several times. Rated for 1000 pounds, didn't like an 854 pound motorcycle. -HF bench grinder - supplied grinding wheels were both out of round enough to not be...

For large projects I get bids from 4-6 companies. And let them know I'm getting other bids. I had folks tell me that they would match lower bids. I said I will not call you to 'match'. Some will adjust 10% on the spot if they want/need the work. In Wake county NC right now, good luck finding...

If it was Packers green, I'd consider it. And the white inserts could help with finding parts and tools.

I used tho think I was a sensible, safe handy person. I own lots of tools. However, evidence is accumulating to the contrary.

About 2 years ago I build a nice sturdy work bench. I used 3/4 birch sheet for the top and a shelf. I figure it has dried enough now to seal and or paint it. I do mostly mechanical work and ewl with various motor oils, brake fluid an gasoline/diesel fluids. Any suggestions on painting or...

Good luck on your purchase. We were looking for a property with more acreage, but found an ideal property. A 30x36 shop with a carport that doubles the footprint. The house is nice also.

LOL! Now that's a great idea!! Useful. Utilitarian. And most folks with a garage have 6 - 12 guage wire collecting dust from another project.

I built this, without the top part. I made mine 8 foot long. It's sturdy and solid. I spent money on a Birth plywood top that only added $12 to the project. Add www to this .familyhandyman.com/workshop/workbench/how-to-build-a-workbench-super-simple-50-bench/view-all/[/url] Next I will build...

I have a motorcycle jack and a Harbor Freight table lift. I replaced the table lift wheel chock with a Harbor Freight stand/chock. I will put any real motorcycle on that lift and not worry about it. The harbor freight table life requires 65 pumps to lift my Electra Glide to full height. Works...