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I have lurked here for years, don’t post much because most of what i do is well beneath the masses here. Today’s Project worked out pretty awesome. I recently bought a used two post lift. When I’ve used them in the past there was a lot of walking back and forth to the control button. I saw guys...

Thinking about ordering a horizontal/vertical bandsaw. Tough to beat for about $200 with coupon. Really tired of the port-a-band. Any reviews? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I want to hang two fans in my workshop. The peak of the frame is about 18' up so I would like a 6-7 foot downrod. The longest one at Home Depot was about 4 feet, and at $20 that isn't going to work. 3/4 emt is slightly larger than the opening in the ball hanger but the downrod packages state...

I am setting up/wiring my new shop. The air compressor will be in the back corner, basically as far away from the entry door as possible. This gets it out of the way and should help with some noise. 220volt 5 HP. What kind of switch could I mount by the entry door to control the compressor...

I am hanging these in the shop this weekend: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B1C8Q6/?tag=atomicindus08-20 I didn't count on the included speed control being huge and an ugly off white. Will any fan speed control work? Can I control two with one control- included one says no, but I assume with...

I will be installing these in my new shop: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Lithonia-Lighting-4-Light-T5-White-High-Output-Fluorescent-High-Bay-IBC-454-MV/202838871 They say dual voltage, so which is better. Completely new install so I either way works. 12 lights, so will be one 220volt circuit or...

My shop was just finished. Metal building, welded frame. Center line of the roof is just about 20 foot high. I want to drop down about 7 foot (to still be above my door opening) and mount an air hose reel and power cord reel. Anyone have a similar setup? I would like to see pictures to help...

I should start wiring the new shop this weekend. Has anyone painted the galvanized switch plates? Thinking it might add a nice touch. Not an artist so anything other than straight stripes are out although I would like to see them. I would love flat black with pinstriping but no way I can pull...

http://houston.craigslist.org/for/4509384127.html Thinking of picking this up, if they will accept a lower offer. That said, how much will a new jaw cost? Can I make my own from steel barstock? Any thoughts on the age or COO on this? Finally, at what price would it be a good deal?

I would like some opinions on the best socket set for the money. Not really looking at truck brands due to price. I like the complete craftsman set, but not real happy with sears lately and it is pricey for a set I feel may not have a warranty. I want shallow and deep sockets in 1/4, 3/8, and...

I plan to try my hand at knifemaking and also need a good set of metal files for the workshop. What is the best brand? I have seen the Nicholson at Lowes but not sure if that is the best route so I thought I should ask.

Getting ready to wire my workshop which should be completed next week. Is there a chart for how many 20 amp circuits I can run in each size of metal conduit? I want to run two for the lights, with one pipe coming off of the panel- is there room for a couple plug circuits as well if I step up...

I am looking at a Kalamazoo metal cutting band saw on an online auction. Any value ideas? Listing says it does not work, which really doesn't bother me too much. I have a couple extra motors and I am good with wiring so I don't doubt I can easily/cheaply get it going. Will blades be...

Not the garage, but our sunroom was painted poorly by the previous owner. What is the best way to remove the paint and prep the surface for new paint which hopefully will last many years?

I have a pretty good assortment of most tools, other than sockets. I see in the hot deals section the Craftsman modules are on sale and I will stop in Sears later to see if I can find a USA set. If not, what is the best Craftsman equivalent? I really don't have the budget for much Snap-on...

I bought a mixed box of tools at a garage sale Saturday. There were a few Snap-on combination wrenches, but no where near a complete set. Non-ratcheting, around 12-15mm. Good condition, what would each one be worth? I have the sizes covered in craftsman, gearwrench, and kobalt. Trying to...

Anyone have outlets in their shop floor? Wish you did? I can't decide if it is worth the trouble or not. Overhead cords worked well in my old workshop, but I am thinking a 220 plug for my table saw would be nice. Maybe a set of 110 outlets near a workbench. Do you just secure the plug box...

I read on another forum that you can't run romex in conduit. What should I use for my workshop? 20 amp circuits, prefer some protection over the wires.

I think I saw a post on here where someone had a fire alarm wired for a light switch. I would like something unique/antique for my shop lights. What out of the ordinary switches do you guys have in your garage. Interesting tool switches too, since right now my only idea is a push button on...

http://houston.craigslist.org/tls/4273899539.html Does this type of thing come up often? I have only recently started searching regularly. Fresh grind marks on the impact, at least to my eyes and saying in the ad that the serial numbers wore off. Nuts.