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I need to replace the existing 40 amp breaker with a 50 amp per the instructions with the new cooktop. The also requires increasing the wire size from 8 awh to 6 awg. The existing wire is 3 conductor. I found the white neutral is just capped in the junction box where the appliance whip is...

I've got a Delta table saw I set up a few weeks ago. Been new in the crate for years in a heated basement. Never been used before. I set it up and started using it to finish the trim on the shop windows. After only maybe a dozen cuts, I noticed it slowed down, then tripped the breaker...

I replaced the bulb in my gas pump globe, but I found it's too bright. My wife's fairly certain it can be seen from space. First I tried an LED 60w equivalent. That was way too bright. I then tried an LED 40w. Again too bright. Anyone have one they can suggest? It has a regular household...

Not in the garage, but in the house. I have a light switch that appears to have failed, so I pulled the faceplate off to take a look. I found that the ground wire is just bunched up at the back of the box. For the heck of it I took a look in a few other switch boxes. No ground wire is...

Anyone know what this press is design to do?

I'm looking for recommendations for bolting down my 4 post lift. Bolting it down is just my preference to give me piece of mind regarding stability. I won't need to move it around. The manufacturer just recommends a minimum of 3 1/4" into the concrete. What type of fastener would you all...

I'm looking to install a compressor outlet in my detached garage. Does the compressor outlet need to be GFCI protected? All the 15amp and 20 amp are, but not sure if required on a 220v/30amp.

I'm looking for alternatives to using Safety-Kleen servicing our parts cleaner at work. We do limited repairs the use the cleaner, so having a company come and service it is a bit wasteful. Besides their price increases every time they come out. I can purchase the solvent at Tractor Supply...

I found a discount code that seems to work for Greg Smith Equipment. Gave me a discount of 10% once added at checkout. Enter - endofyearsale Hope some of you can use it.

I'm looking to install openers for the overhead doors. The doors are 11' 7" tall. Can anyone give advice on a manufacturer that makes openers for tall doors?

I'm doing a bit of electrical work in a detached garage. Are tamper resistant outlets required in a detached?

Looking for any suggestions for a good LED floodlight bulb to use in ceiling can light fixtures. I currently use 75w incandescent bulbs, but would like to swap to LED. I have about 30 fixtures throughout my house. Thanks

I have an opportunity to pick up a Wayne compressor from my boss. Looking for any thoughts on it. At this point I don't know if it works or not. I can't find any information on that model either. The electric motor plate states it can be run on 110 or 220. Single stage. 1.5 HP I think it...

This has been discussed many times, but each situation seems to be just a bit different. My house is well off the road, 1300'. I have 1000' of overhead power along my driveway to a transformer on the last pole. Power then runs down the pole, then about 60' under ground to the 200amp meter...

I've had this Weatherhead parts bin for awhile and I finally have a bit of time to clean it up some. A bunch of the drawers are cracked and broken. I'd like to replace them all if I can find some replacements for cheap $. Anyone know of anywhere that these are available. It's 30 1/4"Wx19...

Looking for some advice on installing snow stops on a metal roof. I see there are different types available, but I'm looking for some real world experience on them. Cost, installation, results, etc. Found that last winter I had massive amounts of snow coming off and blocking the door...

I've used many ideas from the site, so I thought I'd share a few pictures of the shop I built over the last year or so. Stick built 2x6 construction with truss roof. Tried to utilize full 12' studs with double top and bottom plate for max inside height. Pine siding with Azek trim. No power...