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My mailbox was recently run over. I am thinking it would be fun to build a new one. Yes, I will get the plans approved by my local postmaster, before I build it. I’ve got a few things going through my head, but haven’t decided what to go for, yet. What have you built? Here is a link to my...

Are you still laughing? This is my biggest welding project. I took a class, two years ago, which I detailed here: https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=319283 Since then, I have only used my welder a few times and only on tiny "fix it" projects. A few months ago, the Old...

I am looking for the best quality for dollar most-in-one tool kit, for the work truck. I do landscaping/light excavation part time and am upfitting the F-350. It looks like Crescent is a popular choice. Craftsman used to be the leader, but we all know how that's going. For this, the case is...

Went to an auction, today. Got these: The Miller Millermatic 35S was made in the first half of 1978. It appears to have a new wire spool and supposedly works. It had a Victor flow meter and some random regulator. I paid $50, plus tax. I've since did some research. It seems these are...

Recently, I have been on a DeWalt kick. A couple of months ago, I bought the DWE402: 11 Amp, 11K RPMs's. Today, I found a deal, at Lowes, two DeWalt DWE402's for $100. The DWE402: 7.5 Amp, 12K RPM's. With the three angle grinders, I hope it will cut back the changing of the abrasives and...

Short story: DCB204 4AH 20V Max battery wouldn't charge, from package. DeWalt sent prepaid shipping label. Going well, thus far. Long story: Last year, for my birthday/Father's Day, my old lady gave me a DCF887 (top of the line 1/4" impact) and a DCD996 (top of the line hammer drill). The...

Our local Sears "Hometown" has some killer deals, right now, on a few items. Craftsman Curved Pry Bar w/Strike Caps item 9-43395 on sale for $19.99 from $39.99. Made in USA. I bought two! Craftsman Cruved Pry Bar item 9-43278 on sale for $25.95 from $29.99. I already had a set of these...

The local farm supply has their DeWalt sale, ends today. I am already in the 20VMax line, so not interested in going to another battery system. They have the DC374P2 on sale fro $380. That's the cordless deep cut (5x4.75") brushless band saw. This tool looks pretty badass...

Have the cordless 18V angle grinders come far enough to replace the standard corded models? My uses will be intermittent, likely to sit for a month or two between days used. When used, it would be for moderate grinding and a lot of flap disc applications-very little, if any cutting. What...

My birthday is approaching and the old lady is looking to get me a gift. I have a Ryobi set of drill, small circular saw, and reciprocating saw, that I wouldn't mind upgrading-longer battery life, better ergonomics, etc. She was looking at the DeWalt DCS355D1 Oscillating Multi-tool, but her...

Welding class starts, tomorrow, and apparently, I'm super excited. I worked a twelve, last night, from midnight until noon. Today, I got signed up and bought the last of the required tools. I got home and to bed just before 5:00 PM. Woke up at 8:00 PM; having dreamt about my new welpers...

2015 was a huge year, for me, in tool/garage purchases. Easily the most expensive. In tools I count all types-hand, power, gas powered, lawn care, etc. Most notable from most to least expensive were: Kubota BX25D-1 and Land Pride RB0560 Generac 6590 Pressure Washer Black Pipe Air Lines...

Today, I made the third largest purchase of my life (not counting a child). I bought a new Kubota BX25D-1 TLB!!! I've been looking for around two years. Today was the day! I got the TLB and a rear blade, five years of KTAC insurance, and a smattering of fluids/grease/filters (and a fancy...

I need a good screwdriver set-mine came out of one of those $20 200 piece mechanic's sets from Performance Tool. I've used them for years and some are in rough shape. I even cut the handle in half, on one, to adjust the carbs on my motorcycle (now gone, sadly). I found a couple of Craftsman...

I live in KS and have been looking on here for a while. I joined to look at some pictures and have decided to contribute (mostly dumb questions, probably). As far as biggish tools, I have a few that might interest people: Generac 6590 pressure washer, Forney 130FI (306) wire feed with flux...

Hello, Scroll to the bottom, for link to video. I've been a member for a while and decided to share my 1/2" black pipe air line install as my first post. I have an Iron Horse 60gal air compressor rated at 11.2 CFM @ 90 PSI. I've had it since 2011, I believe. It's been a fine piece of...