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Picked up this for $10, and thought I would clean it up and hopefully save it. I was wondering if anyone can tell me anything about it? Age, quality, etc. Its a no. 5 and says Union on the lever cap. The tote is broken in a couple places and there is some surface rust, but overall it seems to be...

I have hardwired/battery backup smoke detectors and they are randomly going off with random 3-4 long beeps. Sometimes it sounds like it’s just one detector (don’t know which one) and then some times all do it. They will beep and the there is a complete random time interval till the next time. It...

I bought the 26 gal quiet tech kobalt compressor from Lowe’s back in January, and up to now it has been great. It has not seen a lot of use due to me being extremely busy at work. If I had to guess I would say the compressor has ran <10 times since I bought it. I always unplug it and back the...

What are some tools have you guys/gals found to be extremely handy around the house? I’m not looking for screwdrivers, cordless drills, hammer, etc. I’m more looking for things that may not be obvious to everyone. I’m hoping you all can lead me to an awesome new tool. My addition to the...

I’m looking to buy one of the Graco airless paint sprayers, and I found them on eBay for significantly cheaper than anywhere else. I have never purchased anything from eBay and I’m a little leery of it. The thing is it looks to save me somewhere around $60-80, so I can’t ignore the option. I...

I am completely ignorant about hvlp, and want to start messing around with it. My first question is whether or not my compressor can handle some light spraying. I’m not wanting to spray cars or anything, just some woodworking projects. My compressor is a 26 gallon kobalt that says it is rated at...

I have a fully insulated 24’x32’ (768 sq ft) garage with (2) 9’ doors and a walkthrough. Ceilings are ~9.5’. I’m trying to decide what to do about heat and possibly air conditioning. I live in Tn so outside temps range from the teens to upper 90s during the summer. I have a propane tank sitting...

I’m looking for a new compressor for home use and need some help. I currently have a 2 gal Campbell hausfield that is extremely loud and unreliable. I’m looking for something with a bigger tank, and a little bit quieter. I’m not expecting quiet, but just bearable. It will be mostly used for...

My wife went yard saling today and went just a little bit crazy buying things she thought I might want. Ended up with several planes, and I really don’t know much, if anything, about them. The wood ones are all in fairly rough shape. Maybe they can be cleaned up and eventually used. That’s...

Bought my first drill press today. Craftsmans 150 #103-24511. Seems to be in decent shape. Jacobs Chuck. Someone wired a light and put a switch on the left side. Paid $150. Did I do alright? I have been skimming through the awesome thread on here already. What do y’all think?

Got a little reminder last night. When using power tools, or any sharp tools for that matter, if you drop it just let it hit the floor. Was using a jigsaw last night, and when I went to pick it up off the bench it slipped out of my hand. My right caught it near the blade and my left caught it by...

I've got several bundles of hardwood that is left from our house we just built sitting on a pallet in the middle of my detached man cave. I can't really think of a good way to store/use it, and I hate to get rid of it. It is unfinished #2 red oak. You guys got any good ideas?

The Feit 4' led lights that everyone seems to be so fond of are on sale for $39.99. If this is against the rules I apologize.

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The battery on my old dewalt is shot. Instead of trying to find a new battery I decided it was time to upgrade. I stopped by lowes and all of the choices were a little bit confusing. I'm looking for a lithium ion drill and driver combo. They will be used for general diy and some woodworking. I'm...

I have a 24x32 garage/shop that is in the final phases of construction. It is currently wired for 5 light fixtures in the overhead. There are 3 across the back half, and 2 in the front over the raised garage doors. I was thinking I would just use 8ft leds for all of them, but I'm not sure. What...

My wife and I are getting ready to have a house built as well as a detached garage/shop for me. It will be used for some mild woodworking/mechanic work. Also, there will be one car, a dirtbike, lawnmower, and some other items stored inside it. The shop will be stick framed and I was thinking...

New member from Tn. Currently in a rental with basically no garage. Getting ready to build a house and shop.