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    Free SSBC 2000 Dodge Dakota short stop slotted brake kit

    I've had this kit sitting in my garage for a while and I just want to get it out of here. Hoping somebody has a 2000 Dodge Dakota that could use these. All you have to do is pay for shipping which is for about 40 pounds. Or if you live in Connecticut come pick it up for free . It's brand new...
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    Protecting metal surface from rust with BLO prior to welding

    I'm working on some welding projects and want to protect the areas that will be inaccessible after I weld. What's the best way to protect them? I usually coat all my vises with BLO before I paint them. Would BLO be fine? I usually coat the metal, then wipe off the excess after about 15 minutes...
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    Wheel bearing/hub assemblies - 1a auto, timken, or Napa

    I need to change a front wheel bearing on my wife's 2007 Trailblazer. I saw 1a auto sells a pair for about $115 or $65 each. Has anyone used their economy hub assemblies? The price of the timken assemblies are $375 for the pair or $195 each. Napa sells their Napa Proformer brand for $115...
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    Driveway widening help

    I'm planning to widen my driveway about 3 feet so I stop parking on dirt/grass and mud in the winter. My driveway is old but I don't plan to repave it anytime soon because of the cost. I just want to use stone dust or something that will pack fairly tightly. Here are my questions. 1) how deep...
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    Craftsman Compressor rebuild

    So I have a newer oil less craftsman compressor and an older craftsman compressor. This one is about 15 years old and the tank seems pretty solid. I bought it new and usually drained it. I did drain out about a cup of some rusty water which I neglected to empty over this past year. It's just...
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    Need help wiring thermostat to my ProFusion electric heater.

    I bought this heater from northern tool. ProFusion Heat Ceiling-Mount Garage Heater — 17,065 BTU, 240 Volts, Model# EH-4604 I am running 10/2 wire to the heater from my sub panel for the power which is not a problem. My issue is that I only want to use the heater when I'm physically out in the...
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    Need some wiring advise

    Happy New Year to everyone on GJ. So I'm ready to start wiring outlets and lights in my garage. I had my house upgraded to a 200 amp service panel and I had a sub panel installed in the garage when I bought the house 9 years ago. My garage is finished and this is how the panel looks. I'm...
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    ProFusion Heat Ceiling-Mount Garage Heater — 17,065 BTU, 240 Volts, Model# EH-4604

    I just ordered one of these. Under $100 shipped with northern tools $20 off $100 coupon. http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200578579_200578579?MobileOptOut=1 I'll only be using it when in the garage. Maybe a few hours per day max. I think it should heat my barely insulated...
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    Craftsman Drill Press with VARI-SLO Speed control

    I just picked up this Craftsman drill press with vari-slo speed control. There are no model badges on this one but I think it's the 100. It has the 10x10 tilt table. It came with a craftsman stand. And this plate that bolts to the table with an overkill light mount. Here it is...
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    Shed with attached swing set

    Has anyone built a shed with a swing set attached the the side? I'm planning on building a shed in the spring and want to build a simple swing set for the kids off the side of it. Looking for some ideas and pictures.
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    What are these two style bits used for?

    I bought a bucket full of taps, drills, mills, and Allen wrenches and just started sorting thru them. I just don't know what these 2 style bits are. Can someone please tell me? 1) are these screw extractors? 2) I believe these are for a mill?
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    how many lights and how to layout my lighting?

    I need some help with my garage lighting layout. I have approximately a 19' wide x 21' deep garage with 104" tall ceilings. My garage is a bit messy as it's a work in progress, but it's time for some lighting. Here are some pictures to get an idea of my space. Right now i only have one 4ft t12...
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    Led for old t12 4ft flourescent fixtures

    So I have a few old t12 fixtures and was looking for ballast bypass led replacement tubes. I was also thinking about buying about 6 of these for my primary garage lighting for $12 each. Searching online I found these for $9 a piece...
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    6x48" metal sanding belt recommendations

    I need some various grit belts for my craftsman 6x48 belt sander for metal sanding. What does everyone recommend for a decent price and fast shipping?
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    Old Dunlap 1/3 HP motor rebuild

    I have this old motor that came with a craftsman bandsaw I purchased early this year. I ran it when I first got the saw but then cut off the old power wire and it just sat. I just picked up a nice belt sander with motor problems and thought I could just use this motor on it for now. I was just...
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    Makita CT226 12v CXT drill driver/impact combo

    I just bought the Makita CT226 12v CXT drill driver/impact combo at Home Depot for $99. I needed a compact driver to fit in tight places like the custom pantry cabinet I was installing yesterday. I've never used an impact driver to drive screws before. At just 12V, it allowed me to...
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    Need help identifying this side cabinet

    This was an impulse buy and I really don't have room for it. Can anyone help me identify the manufacturer?
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    vintage craftsman dust collector?

    Has anyone ever seen one of these? I was browsing around and saw a picture of this but couldn't find any more info. Was it made for an old radial arm saw?
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    Jack & Heintz belt sander

    Has anyone ever seen one of these Jack & Heintz 1" belt sanders? I have the opportunity to buy this one but no idea the value.
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    1/2" rapid air kit

    Is anyone using that 1/2" rapid air kit to plumb their garage? I'm thinking abut getting it and using a couple hose reels with it. I also already have air ride fittings which can let me expand the system. Brand new original RapidAir Complete Master Kit. This is a complete air line piping...
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