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    New Garage build - when to run electrical service?

    I am in the early stages of building a new garage, have yet to get the foundation trenched. I am running a separate service to the garage as it is cost-prohibitive to upgrade my older home to bring it up to code in addition to upgrading the service (currently only 80 amps). Do i wait until the...
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    single stage with three cylinders vs two-stage compressor

    Hi all. I noticed that Costco is selling an 80 gallon three cylinder single stage air compressor for $799 and was wondering what you could tell me about that kind of set up. I can get a 60 gal 2-stage for the same price. The CFM appears to be about the same (slightly higher on the 2-stage)...
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    Chrome vs Impact sockets question

    So, I have a pretty elementary question for the likes of this forum, but I'm just gonna set my pride aside and ask. What is the functional difference between an impact socket and a chrome socket? I know not to use my chrome sockets on my impact tools (breakage), but are they so different? If...
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    Silkafloor 90 Expoxy

    I just scored enough Sikafloor 90 (parts a and b) to epoxy my entire garage for FREE! Our local Habitat for Humanity Restore had it listed in craigslist, so I got there early and waited in line. I'm reading up a bit on it online, but was wondering if you guys had any personal experience. If I...
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    Sidney Tool Co. 16" Cyclone Jointer

    I don't know anything about this tool company, or the quality of their tools, but I WANT this so badly I can taste metal. Anyone have $450 they don't need? Tool experts: what's the scoop on this? http://desmoines.craigslist.org/tls/1513116815.html
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    Any Feedback on this Bandsaw??

    I found a Craigslist ad for a JET JWBS-14MW, and the guy is wanting $250 for it. I Googled around, and found that they run about $700 new, but I can't find a reviews (except 1 really poor review on Amazon.com) to help me in my decision. Any first hand experience from TGJ? Thanks in advance...
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    Compact Fluorescent vs Tubes

    First, let me say that I've thoroughly enjoyed lurking in these forums. You guys have amazing homes/garages, and the community seems really genuine and thoughtful. I'll do my best to contribute in the same fashion. I'm in the early stages of planning my garage finish for our home. It's a...
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