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    Its always something....AC went out

    Havent even gotten to the garbage disposal yet,now this. condenser fan running but compressor isnt. Might be as simple as a capacitor. Which brings to mind the question of installing a soft start kit so that my generator can handle it. Anyone had luck with these?
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    what solution for ultrasonic carb cleaning?

    Ive always heard pinesol watched a video of a guy who did Dawn pinesol vinegar simple green the pinesol won hands down but the mixture was close to 50/50 Im thinking I ll add some Startron Fuel tank cleaner and see it that helps...
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    show us your spot welds

    show us your spot welds and tools,tongs etc Whats the limits of using the TIG torch with blunt end of rod? I have a couple 120v hand held tong type spot welders but they are challenged by material(16 ga) and space. One of the areas is the wheel arch on rear 1/4 panels. Plug welds are hard...
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    looking to buy an ultrasonic cleaner. Recommendations?

    I see them on Amazon 4 gal for $150 I dont want much smaller. mainly for carbs and small parts
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    need a temp gas can/tank

    have a few cars to move with stale fuel so want to bypass the tanks and run from a tank made from a small 2 gal plastic can. Im looking for a can that doesnt have a spout but instead has a screw on cap. I can drill a hole in the cap to put a siphon hose to bottom of can and use a primer bulb...
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    Driveway gates,thinking of building them,thoughts please

    I need 3 driveway gates. would like to build them myself. Aluminum would be my first choice which I know will be spendy. Im thnking of a pair of 14s and a single 14. A gate operator will be on 1 of the pair and the single. Any tips on design and fabrication? I have a 185A Lincoln Mig and all...
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    whos who of tool world

    companies and parent companies listed https://www.protoolreviews.com/power-tool-manufacturers-who-owns-them/
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    Insurance regs on aluminum branch circuits.Take Note!

    Family member just inherited house from parents. Insurance is cancelled because 1. they can 2.no one wants a new policy in Florida They claim the insured is no longer alive. What really ***** is the family member that lives there has lived there for 30 yrs but wasnt named on policy. So at...
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    Miller CST280 owners/users weigh in

    newly acquired CST280 will burn mainly 7018 have 1/8",3/32" rods I see the 18 and 10 settings have soft and stiff 18 is for 7018 and 10 is for 6010 I havent done much with it yet,would like a few pointers on the soft and stiff settings as well as any other tips.
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    Miller CST280 anyone have one?

    Seems like a nice machine need to get a bigger stinger and DINSE terminal as I have cable already
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    Lift start TIG torches

    Ive got something going under Metal Man MP140T but havent gotten alot of response so trying a new topic thats less specific. I bought a cheap torch for the boys to learn some basics of TIG. If they like it vs stick and wire then they can upgrade later. What does the trigger control? Gas flows...
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    Lincoln Viking 3350 vs Miller Elite

    I see quite a bit of *^%$** my Miller Elite quit etc. I dont see this with the Lincoln so leaning towards that So wheres the best place to buy? I see a $50 rebate on the Viking so wondering if theres any black Friday deals out there.
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    Need a TIG torch for an MP140T

    Metal Man unit from Tractor supply Never done TIG and I realize this is for DC only. Metal Mans part is actt1 tig torch. Im sure theres better and cheaper as this is $115.
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    replacement LED for my DeWalt snake light

    its time to replace the halogen for my 18v DeWalt DW919 looking at reviews its a hit and miss to get anything thats quality. Anyone have one that last longer than a flash cube? It might be best to replace lens and reflector but I ll start with bulb
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    hydraulic hose crimper

    revisiting this after spending $400 on hose and fittings from NAPA. Has anyone built a crimper using a shop press? I found one on you tube but doesnt give much info on the die. also thinking that adding a pressure gauge to my shop press jack will get repeatable results
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    metal power shear

    I need to cut some sheetmetal,more than I want to cut with tin snips. I have a throatless shear but it wont fit where I need to cut. 2 things come to mind. electric double cut nibbler that uses a drill for power suggestions?
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    side grinder to burnishing tool adapters

    bought one of these and shame on me didnt know that not everyone in the world has a side grinder that uses 5/8-11 threads Is there anyone out there that makes the arbor extension for a 5/8 inch thread? I would rather find the right one and send this back vs drilling and tapping...
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    ECM blower motor replacement,do I need to reprogram?

    Blower motor quit. Have exact replacement GE 1/2hp V2.3
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    Bostitch air staple gun is sick.

    driver seems to get stuck and wont return. So it fires once then wont fire again until the driver is manually pushed in about 1/2inch,then cycle repeats. every once in a while it will fire a few times,then jamb. Staples never get jammed in the magazine or anywhere else. Ive ordered a new Oring...
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    Heavy Duty stapler info

    I have a project that needs to be stapled together. Ive tried a regular desk stapler but the staples arent long or strong enough to be folded for proper tension. I see the heavy duty staplers that can do 150+ pages and thats on the right track,but want a wire gauge thats heavier than household...
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