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    Creeper Seat

    I’ve used that 4 wheel irontron type for years. It will tip over and dump you off, if you run over anything in the way. Time to upgrade. A paintless dent guy that came over used this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00863OHZW/?tag=atomicindus08-20 He was a BIG guy, said it has never tipped...
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    O Ring assortment's that don't ****?

    Search for "Parker Store" location near you. You can buy singles of the size(s) you need, or a Parker assortment.
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    Anti-seize on Lug Studs?

    From one the countless, rambling debates on anti seize, the engineering calculations are: Torque number with Anti-seize: The torque required for a bolted joint design comes from a long string of calculations, but boils down to a simple linear equation. T = Wp x K x dn Where T=torque...
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    Locking Extension Question - ball vs pin

    If you’ve ever had a spark plug socket stuck in a deep sleeve, you’ll know why they have a hole to use the pin style extension.
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    Your favorite Automotive wire loom

    Split (Wrap Around) mesh in various sizes, standard or abrasion resistant (I used standard), toward the bottom of that page: https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/128/933/ Just finished up a 10' roll of the 1/4" on an older Mercedes engine bay. Also used 1/8" & 3/8" in various areas. The smaller...
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    Dielectric grease on terminals.

    You’ll get numerous replies with tribal knowledge, myths & hyperbole. Here’s the answer from the engineers: https://www.nyelubricants.com/myth-grease-interferes-with-conductivity
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    Learning more about anti seize products

    https://www.henkel-adhesives.com/us/en/products/industrial-lubricants/anti-seize-compounds.html Application & interactions described in the paragraphs: Copper not recommended for stainless or titanium (nickel recommended).
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    Rotary and Multi Tool Organization

    Been using the Craftsman version of this for several years. All of the little attachments fit nicely into the top tray removable holders. Dremel, flex cable, etc. in the bottom. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Keter-9-40-in-Resin-Tool-Box/3083761
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    Gasket cutting services (upload dxf/svg)?

    Give these guys a call.: https://www.lamons.com/services/engineered-solutions/custom-gasket-engineering/
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    Air tank corrosion, how thin can it go?

    You tested it at the correct pressure: 1.5 times design pressure (Section VIII of the Boiler & Pressure Vessel code states minimum 1.3 X MAWP). If you have the dimension of the the tank, and the thickness readings, PM me & I can run the Fitness For Service Calculations. As for the hammer...
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    Let's See Your Chainsaws

    Two of my oldest (1970s vintage). A bunch of other Stihl 011AV, AVTs, (several were freebies from a local Stihl dealer, on their way to their scrap pile). Poulan 2000,2300, all restored like new. These Homelite were fully restored, new rings, bearings, seals, carbs overhauled, bead blasted...
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    a couple og whatsits

    https://industrialsafety.honeywell.com/en-us/products/by-category/electrical-safety/grounding-equipment/2_13-aluminum-c-clamp-posigrip Current design, only slightly different than your old school grounding clamp. Used on high voltage power lines to ensure they’re grounded to protect the linemen.
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    Used and/or surplus southeastern pa?

    South Jersey metal/surplus yard that’s been there forever. Worth the drive. Not far from Montco, fight the infamous Schuylkill expressway to Philly, just across the bridge in Jersey. https://www.shopjfi.com/
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    5hp motor maintenance?

    Contrary to industry practices. Interval and amount are based on bearing size & operating conditions: https://reliabilityweb.com/articles/entry/electric_motor_bearing_greasing_basics/ https://www.lubetechnologies.com/assets/baldor-motor-lubrication-recommendations.pdf
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    5hp motor maintenance?

    Top plug is for a zerk fitting, bottom plug is grease drain. Check the nameplate, it may have the bearing ID numbers (industrial motors do). You can determine if it has sealed bearings. If you really want to do it right, look up the manufacturer’s data sheets. The type of grease used...
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    Battery Backup Sump Pumps

    Had a watchdog that was installed by previous owner. Two batteries in four years, overcharging. Never ran, during that time. When it was needed, failed due to fine tree roots in the impeller. Broke at the impeller hub (light duty construction). Scrapped it and instalked a Zoeller. Roots...
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    Window Glass Replacement

    Just replaced a number of fogged units. From the inside, the innermost trim piece holds glass unit in the sash. With a wood chisel, pry it out of the channel. On vinyl frames and hey snap into a channel. All four pieces pop out relatively easily. Glass unit is held in with thin double faced...
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    Help!!! What are these tools?

    I have my grandfather's glass cutter, probably 70 years old, same shape. Works fine, be kept it in a jar with oil. I just figured out how to replace double pane glass. Yes those darned kids! Not bad at all, typically a trim strip holds the glass unit in the frame, double sided foam tape...
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    echo handheld blowers

    25 year old pb2300. One carb overhaul and fuel grommet/hose/filter kit, has been the only repair. Current models are visually identical. Unless you have a large property and will run it for hours at a time, backpack style is likely overkill. Excellent equipment.
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    Electric motor question...........

    Check your motor specs for full load current. Also your fan curves to determine the horsepower required. This company has a series of single phase speed controllers, 230 volt version linked:. https://www.kb-controls.com/product.sc?productId=140&categoryId=25
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