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    Support pole inspection, possibly replacement

    We have a 7'6" garage ceiling height and the support pole concerns me. Some rust and degradation, even though it doesn't get wet often. Anyway, would prefer a trained eye to review it. And, if needed to replace, I'd prefer support beams instead. - Who does one call (trust) to have a support...
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    Recommend, or show me, your electrician's knife, please.

    Knipex has a nice one, I like the half-moon section for shaving wire. What do you recommend?
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    Christmas is coming folks and we ALL need one of these!

    Full auto crossbow. Made in Germany - I know lots of folks like that aspect! Let the debate of whether only the Makita drill is capable of this. I've seen several products from this guy. You can spend a rainy afternoon watching his channel.
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    Huepar 603CG BT $125

    I was looking for a laser. Folks here, and elsewhere, seem to like Huepar. 603CG is a 3D, tri-power and takes AAs if desired. Reg- $209 Sale for $149 then either 15% off with pre- Black Friday discount code PBF15, or 17% off with email subscription code HUE17. You can’t stack discounts. it...
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    Bosch GLL 30 S $40 at HD, worth it? Other recommendations?

    I picked it up for hanging pictures and such. Due to a past obsession with mobile HAM antennas, I have more tripods than one man should. I searched GJ, while I was standing at HD. Looked like a goof, but I'm tired of returning things. I did finally make the purchase, but just curious what...
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    Need ideas for a quick build, mobile stand for vertical infrared heater

    One thing I know about myself, I like flexibility. My garage is "challenged" in many ways. I want heat, but hanging from my low ceiling, will possible, doesn't put the unit where I want, but infrared doesn't heat air, so I need it to be with 5 feet of me. I originally bought this unit to...
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    M18 Vacuum vs Ryobi, which do you prefer and why?

    Normally one might say, stick with the ecosystem you have, and you're good to do. 24 months ago, I did, and bought the Ryobi. No complaints. Circumstances changing, as they do, and red is invading my space. First M12, now M18. I'm likely not bailing on Ryobi, because I like thier...
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    Shortest ladder that can use an offset

    I have an offset, which I've used on my 20 foot ladder to clean gutters, etc. However, there are times I could use that offset inside, if I had a shorter ladder. I only see 8' and larger. Is there a 6' ladder that would accept a ladder offset/standoff?
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    HVAC condensation unit causes minor flooding, I had no choice here.

    My wife constantly harps that we have too many tools and **** stored. Because my HVAC is below grade, we have to pump the gas and A/C condensation up and out. It was installed a couple years ago and 3 weeks later, the pump failed. It was equipped with an alarm feature that would shut the HVAC...
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    Need custom glass or plexi-glass table top, best place to acquire?

    Nothing fancy. Looking for a rectangular, 23" x 47". Just want to use it as a tabletop, to cover a picture collage the wife made for a coffee style table. I see you can buy one online for $200, which doesn't include drilled holes for attaching the tabletop. I'd consider, and might prefer...
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    Anyone ever rent, or build, an offsite garage a not regret it?

    I want a space, with a lift, where I can service my own vehicles. Not heavy duty service, but general maintenance, and a space to play with tools. I bought the wrong house for this years ago and it's too tough to unwind that, at least not for another 5 years, but by that time, I'll probably be...
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    Toolbox solution for Honda Ridgeline

    I currently have a Diamondback cover on my Honda RL. It's made in PA, and I can rest 250 pounds on the top. It has two sections, front and back, that open. It works well, but I really wanted the version where the front section had butterfly doors, so I could stand on the side of the truck...
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    Any Pennsylvania Handyman (men/women), who can pass on some business advice?

    I have some questions, and could use some advice/direction, regarding: - Licensing - Insurance -AG Registration Please PM if you wish to provide insight. Thanks
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    Junction box flush with drop ceiling. Ideas?

    Helping someone get their house prepped to sell. They have an enclosed porch, with a suspended ceiling. There's one junction box where, for some reason, they cut a circle in the ceiling tile and the junction box plate is flush with the ceiling. Gotta believe that'll get the inspector's...
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    Craftsman G sockets vs Gearwrench, thoughts?

    First world problem alert- So, I have Craftsman G set that I used as a mechanic, very early in my career. We recently cleaned out inlaws, helping them downsize, and I was able to actually complete that G set. However, last year, I grabbed a Gearwrench set, because I was using my partial G set...
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    Milwaukee Bit Cases - can’t be just me

    First World Problem, so skip if you wish. I bought the red case bit set a while ago, but only recently dig into them. What a PITA they are to tilt out, in order to remove the bits. Am I missing something? I have the same case, for their impact bits, and it’s much easier, perhaps because...
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    Mini-Milwaukee Rant - bad batteries common?

    I have the M12 line and couldn't be happier. I grabbed an 18V saw a year ago. It came with 2 batteries. I also bought the two battery set, with charger. Today, HD delivered my 18V 1/2" impact. I go to charge the two batteries from the saw, brand new, never used, both are defective. I...
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    If you wanted to splurge on hand tools, to an extent, what would you buy in these categorires?

    FIL is downsizing, so I'm, once again, evaluating my inventory. Maybe it's my mild OCD, but, if possible, I'd like to limit brands in the box. I have a 4 kids, at least one of who is interested in tools, so my current tools won't go to waste. I currently have various generations of...
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    Sunex 3/8" Impact best Master set, complete

    I want to cry once and be done. Is the 3580, 80 piece Master set, the most complete Sunex 3/8" Impact set available: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LNH7728/?tag=atomicindus08-20
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    Eastwood Mini Lathe any good?

    Was in a guy's shop today and nearly everything he has is Eastwood. Is he just supporting my home state, or are these lathes worthwhile? He does nice work from what I could see tonight. Thoughts?
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