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Just bought a Champion VR7F-8 Compressor - two stage 80 gallon with a 3 phase 7.5HP motor. The rotary converter I have for my shear is a 7.5HP Phase-A-Matic which isn't big enough. I'm leaning towards just replacing the compressor motor as I will use the compressor much more often than I...

I picked up a new to me bench at auction last week - its made from heavy angle iron and has a 3/4" plate top. Unfortunately the top was flame cut so two edges are less than desirable (2 factory edges will be acceptable). I hit it quick with a grinder as you can see in the close up. Obviously...

I have a 1000 sq ft workshop area I'm finishing off in a 100 year old barn. Humidity control is critical to the work I'll be doing in this shop. I have insulated walls and ceilings and drywalled. I'm now left with the floor. It's rough - in texture, and has its ups and downs like 50-75 year...

Happy thanksgiving to all on GJ! Sneaking a few minutes in before family time and the feast. Looking at adding a machine that has a big heating element load. Specs on equipment say the machine is offered in two formats: 208V-230V, 18KW, 1PH, 85A, with 100A breaker recommended OR -...

I've always loved tools. Started collecting at 9 and am still at it. But I've recently gotten into vintage shop equipment. I'd like to learn from some of you more exoerienced guys what makes a good piece of equipment and how to know spot problem areas. For example: I recently bought a...

i I may be searching for something that doesn't exist? Does anyone make a garage door window with the muntin sandwiched between the two panes of glass? I am just not happy with the cheap plastic overlays that most manufacturers slap on the outside of their windows. I am also looking for...

After much inspiration from the likes of 4FN27, YaIdunno, ZMotorsports and many others here on GJ - and my excitement over yesterdays find - I decided I would start my own thread detailing tools acquired for my shop. I don't have a shop thread yet - or much of a shop for that matter. I...

First, I know we have a very large vintage Blackhawk thread - and I mean no disrespect to the awesome items/collections showcased in it. However, I'd like to start a new thread for all of the OTHER really cool stuff Blackhawk built- Porto-Powers, Floor Jacks, Tool Boxes, Showroom/Counter...

I try to protect my eyes. I have a bin full of different safety glasses in the shop - and am pretty diligent about wearing them when working in the shop. Unfortunately, most of them are cut such that there is a large void on the underside of the glasses where debris can enter your eye...

This is not another debate of the merits of under slab insulation :) I know I'm doing it - 1.5" Pink Board. My garage is 28x42 - 3 car semi-attached with living space above. I'm curious what techniques you all have found best/most efficient for foam at the edges. I have 8" trench block and...

Hello - FINALLY got started on my 28x42 2 story, 3 car, semi-attached (2 story finished breezeway) garage. First floor walls are up, floor trusses and deck sheeting are on. Working on slab prep while the roof trusses are finished up. A few questions. I am planning a separate drain at the...

Hello, I'm Looking at components for an in floor radiant system. My kitchen has two loops of pex installed in about 1.5" of lightweight concrete under tile. Crawl space under the floor. I'm looking to use radiant to supplement existing forced air as this is a large room (450 sq ft) with a...

How do I know if my return airs are adequate/sufficient? I have an old 1 1/2 story farmhouse that has been all renovated. air source heat pump/central air with 93% propane backup furnace. Unit is in basement with 1st floor lines through crawl space/floor joists. There are only two 6x12...

Looking to buy a Blackhawk portable hand held tool box shaped like a bomb, bullet or torpedo. Red in Color with aluminum carrying handle and wheels (2 on smaller Nugget, 4 on larger Bantam). Trying to replace one for my best friend who lost his grandpa's to some dirtball thief that took it out...

Has anyone seen or used a product out of Canada by Polycore Canada (polycorecanada.com). I'm exploring all options (red steel, ICF, Perma-column pole barn) for building a new shop (approx 60x100) in the next year and found this. It is basically a galvanized steel structure built like an...

Not sure if this is cost feasible - but I know a few people who have built smaller scale ICF garages/workshops (20x30, 30x40) etc. I am wondering if anyone has done a larger scale building with ICFs? I'm planning to build in a year or so and I will be here a LONG time (30 years +). I plan...

Totally last minute here, I'm sorry. I'm set to help my dad install his new 2 post Direct Lift Pro 9F symmetric lift tomorrow. It just donned on me to throw it out to "the garage" for any suggestions or tips for a smooth install. Specifically I'm concerned about guidelines for front to rear...

Getting ready to install our 2 post Direct Lift. The slab is above spec for depth, PSI rating, etc. The lift mfg supplied 3/4" expanding anchors. I've seen these slip out before? I install alot of commercial poles and we use the Hilti epoxy system with studs and nuts. Do the lift pros...

Looking for a nice general purpose toolbox that is American made. Would like some type of drawer latching mechanism. Large lower chest or upper/lower combo. Not making a living with it so don't have many thousands to spend, but willing to pay for quality and support American jobs. Any...

Looking for input here please: I have a portable electric Dayton space heater 3uv36. Brand new, plugged it into 220 cable for my table saw and I got more heat out of a $20 110volt under desk heater??? Are these things really worthless or what gives? Normally Grainger sells decent stuff - but...