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    need an addition to the "like" icon

    I, for one, like the "like" icons. A person can "comment" on a post without undo additions to the topic. I would like to see a "thinker" / "head scratch-er" icon to convey just that. What do you think? something like this: :unsure: .
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    need a quiet air compressor recommendation

    I am in need of a small, quiet air compressor as a support for my mill. The use would be to actuate the power draw bar (2 second burst while changing tool) and possibly for a air nozzle to evacuate chips (low volume, switched on/off with spindle). Can't / don't want to use big compressor or run...
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    different standards in Europe?

    Man! - so much.... lost for words..... :shocking:
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    moisture barrier under LVP

    Kind of related to garage floors I guess. I also am doing some remodeling in our house. We have a small house so all the 25yo carpeting and vinyl tiling is coming out and we are having Luxury Vinyl Planking installed. The planking is 6mm thick with a 1.5mm backing. Our house is concrete block...
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    don't know if others are experiencing this

    today, the "background blueprint" has not loaded. The lion loads, just not the blueprint background. I know Ryan was working on some problems that were brought up a couple of weeks ago. Don't know if this is an extension of that.
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    question about inverters

    if you were going to put an inverter on a dedicated circuit how would you size the inverter? Like you are going to use it on a lighting circuit that's 15 amp (120v) max. Would you size the inverter at 1800 watt or up-size the inverter to 2000 watt or 2500 watt? My thoughts center around is it...
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    valve grinder - found one!

    Want to buy a valve grinder / valve refacer for small engine work. Will trade Sioux (brand) valve seat grinder kit (complete). I am willing to travel to pick up.
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    your thoughts on wire ferrule crimpers

    I am adding wire ferrule crimpers to my electrical tool supply. I am acquainted with them from past electrical designs in machinery cabinets. What is a good brand and do you prefer square crimp or hex (and why). I have been cruising Ebay and have a feel for the cheap stuff and for the expensive...
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    now is your chance for cheap SK tools

    As SK is moving their plant, they have been selling their tooling and plant equipment. Here is your chance to go big (or go home) on SK tools and more! SK factory sell off link
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    Christmas lights

    Hi all - New guy here - My name is Clark and I live around Chicago - Go Bears! Anyway, I am putting up my Christmas lights and my wife was questioning whether is is safe or knot.
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    Braun slim bar LED light on sale

    Braun Slim Bar LED sale link For those of us that have this light, now is the time to get a second or third or even for presents! $20.! For those of you that haven't heard about them, this is a great versatile, positional, flexible BRIGHT LED light and it's rechargeable.
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    relocating a compressor receptacle

    here is a variation of "how do I wire a air compressor." This is located on the upper level of our fire department. The compressor is an "Industrial Air" brand and the motor data plate shows 3.7hp and 17.2 fla at 240v (zoom in on motor pic). The previous electrician ran a 50amp (breaker) three...
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    spellcheck problem

    usually, when creating or answering a post, I get the usual spell check warnings like the red spikey underline when I misspell a word. I noticed about a month or so ago, spell check has stopped. Is there a way to turn it back on? TIA
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    recommendation on light controller

    I am on the board for our fire department. In an effort to reduce operating expenses, we are looking at energy savings. We just converted to all LED lights, now I want to add a controller that shuts off lights when no one is in the area (motion detection). And when we get a tone, turn on the...
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    Speaking of ultrasonic cleaners....

    In another thread, ultrasonic cleaners came up. I have the HF unit and it does work. Now, after "reading it on GJ" I have to have a larger one with "more power" and heat. The Ebay offerings are diverse and, when reading between the lines, kind of sketchy. The name Zokop ($120) came up and they...
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    test

    test sig line
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    Wheel Horse 520 hc

    Wheelhorse 520 HC hydro landscape riding lawn mower MSRP $6000 1988 - hour meter shows 1100 hour. has had good maintenance and up keep by shop 60" cutting deck, 20 hp Onan motor, Hydrostat drive recent maintenance: Oct. 2017 oil and oil filter front deck roller and lifting lug new battery fuel...
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    need help finding Wheel Horse parts

    I had a Wheel Horse 520HC come to my shop for some minor work. I normally can find a parts break down on several sites. I am looking for parts for the 60" deck. I found some parts for the rest of the mower but the deck breakdowns seem to be excluded. Does anyone have a source for a 60" deck...
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    a surprise in my new SK torx drive set

    Just received my new set of SK torx drive and found a surprise. I ordered a SK 84220 10 Piece 1/4" and 3/8" Drive Long Torx Bit Socket Set from anyautotool on Ebay. Great price $100 shipped and it arrived in just a couple of days. As I unpacked the sealed box and sorted out the bits to put on...
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    used tool shop find

    here are today's finds from a local tool resell shop Craftsman 3/8 drive "butterfly" Bonney 3/8 drive Indestro 3/8" drive All three for $22 there were a couple of Craftsman "tear drop" 3/8" drive, but I have those.
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