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    HVAC ideas for 40x64x16 shop?

    I have standard 2" insulation with bubble/foil on one side and white scrim on other. 14 SEER 5 Ton Heat Pump. I'm happy. CT
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    Cub Cadet project

    A Lot of them had 360. CT
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    HVAC ideas for 40x64x16 shop?

    Heat exchangers in 80% furnaces do not rot out as quickly. CT
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    Cub Cadet project

    Nice. I'm working on a 1979 F250 Explorer currently. Documenting it in my "What's Going On in Big Red Barn" thread. CT
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    nsula_country's What's Going on in the Big Red Barn Thread

    Current project Figuring out where all the pieces go. Snowball effect. Removed a lot of parts. Replacing grill shell, bumper, condenser, dryer, hoses ect. Located straight fenders in Tucson, AZ. Replacing them as well. Cold air and desert fenders. Decided I am going to bite the bullet and...
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    nsula_country's What's Going on in the Big Red Barn Thread

    Heater control valve leaking coolant from diaphragm or shaft seal. Excuse to replace heater hoses and control valve. CT
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    nsula_country's What's Going on in the Big Red Barn Thread

    First time making brake lines. Not bad for an amateur. One person brake bleeder. Worth the whole Jefferson. Found on Amazon. CT
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    nsula_country's What's Going on in the Big Red Barn Thread

    1975 F250 Brake Job Drum. Old crusty, worn, non-functional drums... Brown truck dropped off some parts. Excuse to buy a new tool! One of the bearing races had spun in a previous life when it ate a bearing. Center punch peened about 8 places in hub. Applied anaerobic retaining compound...
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    nsula_country's What's Going on in the Big Red Barn Thread

    1979 F250 Steering Wheel swap... Install puller, remove wheel. Resistance you say? :scared: Much better. I like it! Feels good. Has same dish as OEM and finger grooves at a fraction of the cost of a Dennis Carpenter OEM wheel and horn bar. CT
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    Cub Cadet project

    Looks like a fun project. What is the story with the Ranger in the background? CT
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    Non-Standard uses for EMT

    We do too. Used 1/2" floor flanges on wall, 1/2" pull corners for 90* and EMT for rod. Looks awesome and cheap. CT
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    nsula_country's What's Going on in the Big Red Barn Thread

    I know it has been a while. I have about 3 months of projects that I need to upload. Teaser for now. Ms nsula_country's project. CT
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    First Thoughts/Questions About Mini split systems

    Working shop or storage and play shop? Mini's are ok. But mini's cannot filter air as well as a split or package unit. Here is an example of a "normal" shop filters after 30-60 days of continuous HVAC. Have a HVAC build thread also in signature. In Alabama, I would suggest 4 tons. CT
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    Wire size and type question

    16, #12. 22, #14. Ct
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    Welder wire and outlet question

    I have the same welder. 2.3A at idle (fan) 47.5A at max output (235AC/160DC), I used #6. One day I may get a 300-400A machine and I am good, instead of pulling #10 out and pulling #6 in. Also, same circuit powers my 50A RV receptacle outside of building. #6 neutral also. With this said, #10 on...
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    rattle_snake's random shop projects v0.1

    Now I know how to "spread" the frame ends on my F250. Tweaked similar to yours. Need to drag out the Hi-Lift jack! CT
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    Square D QO panel over CH?

    ? How often do you double tap breakers? CT
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    Square D QO panel over CH?

    I also vote CH. Both are premium panels. CT
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    HVAC ideas for 40x64x16 shop?

    Mini Splits are all the rave. Mini Split cannot compete in a shop environment in this regard... Normal. Sweeping floor, common activities. 2 spray paint projects. I buy filters by the case. HVAC runs year round. I change them every 1-2 months. Only needed 2, 20x25 for 5 Ton (2000 cfm...
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    HVAC ideas for 40x64x16 shop?

    Deleted this post. Linked pictures as URL instead of IMG. CT
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