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    Craftsman drill press resto-mod

    Is torque an issue? I saw a You Tube (I think it was Mr Pete 222) that expressed concern that the smaller motor wouldn't have the capacity of the original motor.
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    Some of Bodj Built's builds

    So did you ever build a go kart for the nieces and nephew or are they just going to have to wait until they can reach the pedals on the grown up go kart?
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    Propane torch flames out while repairing aluminum

    Its more of a brazing/ alumi weld type repair to a cast aluminum housing, there are three breaks that are about an inch and a half long. I didn't think to turn the grill off, doh
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    Propane torch flames out while repairing aluminum

    I am working on a cast aluminum housing that was damaged and needs a couple of cracks welded. To preheat the piece, I placed it on my propane BBQ grill. When I try to bring the damaged area up to welding temperature with a propane torch, the flame (torch) keeps going out. The torch works fine...
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    Project Binky You tube Series

    I really enjoy their problem solving and CAD engineering. Its impressive what they have done with a minimal amount of tools.
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    How do you "clock" an air ratchet Handle?

    The handle /housing on my MAC air ratchet is not aligned with the ratchet head. How do I tighten it in the correct position?
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    Where do you buy metal cutting bandsaw blades?

    Saws International 800 435 7297
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    Closing Pandoras Box, a bathroom reconstruction

    And here are pics of the finished product. We ended up renting a hotel room, using a weeks vacation and working until well into each night for a week to get this done. On Friday my wife brought me into the laundry room which is also part of this same addition and said watch this as she...
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    Closing Pandoras Box, a bathroom reconstruction

    I originally posted in the free parking before I realized the scope of what I had gotten myself into. Some background, Sister in law called asking if I could fix a leaking toilet. The house is over 100 years old. The bathroom addition is probably close to that age too. She lives in a small...
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    Teach a kid to fish, feed him for a lifetime

    The irony of the safety comments is that this pic was taken by his mother in their garage after spending the previous afternoon with me. I had instructed him on the use of appropriate safety gear while in my garage. He thought he was being extra safe with the added layers of "protection". Its...
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    Chopped 55 f100

    Fantastic job on the van!
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    BEFORE & AFTER....A Tool Polisher's Haven

    Eric, did you have to remove any paint from the electric hammer or was it bare metal? If so, did you use paint stripper or elbow grease? Thanks
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    BEFORE & AFTER....A Tool Polisher's Haven

    Picked up a few winter projects last week.
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    Old Bed Frame Projects!!!

    I would be interested in seeing how you mounted the axle. Possible for you to post a pic or two?
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    My first (and last) custom cart build

    I didn't realize they made lift kits for golf carts, just assumed they were custom makes sense though now that I think about it. Looks awesome, whats next, sound system, drink cooler, roll bar/nerf bars, gun rack?
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    I Made a Pen

    If it had lead in it wouldn't it be called a pencil? :lol_hitti
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    Drum roll please.............

    Don't stop posting, I would like to see his next project when finished!
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    Motorcycle lift stand

    This weekend's project was a pair of motorcycle lift stands, one for me and one for my son.
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    Help a dummy use a beam style torque wrench please

    I would recommend lubing the bolts or nuts with some anti seize so you get a nice smooth pull on the handle.
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    Reupholstering a motorcycle seat

    The guys on YouTube make it look so easy! This is the seat off of my Honda XR500R that I am refurbishing. There was no foam and very little seat cover material left when I bought it. I purchased a new cover off of EBay and some high density foam from the local craft store. After some trimming...
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