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I am new to boating and have a newbie question. The battery has 2 terminals, one standard tapered lead and the other threaded. The main battery cable (2 awg) that runs to the alternator is connected to the lead, and the accessory cable (4awg) is connected to the threaded terminal. Is it because...

I am adding casters to the wire shelves in the garage. I ordered 3/8-16 stem casters but seller sent M10-1.5 stem. M10 is slightly thicker (0.394 vs 0.375) and the pitch is almost identical (15 vs 16). Since the female thread has only 4 or 5 threads whereas the male stem is 1 inch long, it will...

I am looking for a used drill press to drill holes (3/8 to 1/2) in 14 gauge steel. I used to run the drill press at work around 400 rpm with cutting oil. The lowest setting i find on marketplace for my price range is about 700. My primary goal is long use of drill bits, not precision cutting...

When an old tree was removed, good wood was saved, sliced in 2" thick slabs. The are piled up in my garage, 2' wide x 6' long x 2.5' tall. The space above is wasted. So I plan to build a lumber storage rack above the pile, appx 3' W x 7' L x 5' H, with 2 shelves. What material would you use...

I am getting an old pecan tree removed. I am saving the trunk (3' dia x 7') sliced to multiple boards. Weight estimate is 3000 lbs. I need to store them outside, protected from rain, until they become sufficiently dry for milling (5 years max). What would you recommend for the storage pad, 3'...

Is 10% ethanol + STA-BIL as good as ethanol free gas? I have a gas pressure washer and a gas string trimmer. I checked all the gas stations in my neighborhood but all had "up to 10% ethanol" sticker on the pump. I can buy premix cans for the string trimmer, but the 4 cycle gas pressure washer...

I have a few old 1/2" drills. One I would like to use has no Reverse. Has anyone added R switch to an old drill?

I found an old 1/2" Black Decker drill, 6A 450 rpm. Milwaukee's hole shooters are in the same amperage rpm range. Can I expect the same performance from the old BD drill? Thank you. One related question. The drill does not have a key. Can I use any 1/2" key? Thank you.

Goal: To make a drain hole (1/8" npt) in a gear housing (1/2" thick aluminum casting) Problem: Drilled 11/32" hole. First 3 threads were easy. Now working on the 4th thread. It is becoming progressively difficult. Even 1/4 turn of the tap is a struggle. Not having a proper tap holder setup is...

I need a drill more powerful than my corded Skil 3/8" 5A for one home project. IR 1/2" air drill specs 0.5 HP. My Skil, 120v x 5A = 600watt is more than 0.5 HP. Question: Is an average air drill not as powerful as 5-6 amp drill? Does low rpm air drill (700 rpm for instance) output as much...

I have 2 tree stumps to remove, and need to drill 1" holes into them. My corded drill does not have the power to run 1" auger (1/2" chuck). I just need a bigger drill with higher ampere, but all those high amperage drills are either hammer drill or SDS (plus) rotary drill. Can I buy either type...

I read several threads on tap and die and got a question about the tap/die material. I always thought tungsten tool steel (high speed steel) is the best cutting tool material, but surprisingly Gearwrench, one of the recommended here, is made of carbon steel (apparently high carbon steel). But it...

I need to drill and tap an aluminium casting (gear box casing) for gear oil drain port. Is thickness the determining factor? Since I cannot get 5 or 6 threads of 1/4" npt, I plan to use 1/8". What is your advice? Thank you.

One side of my lot is built up with railroad ties. Used ones I suppose. All look half decent except the one at the top. I can just lift it up and drop a new one. What tool would you use to do the lifting? The retaining wall is 4 railroad tie high. Access is unlimited (utility alley, wide...

My attic has 5/8" OSB around the heater/AC/water heater. As I walk on it, I can feel flexing of the board. I searched this forum and learned 3/4" is recommended for 24" OC. Honestly, I am afraid of the board breaking under my foot. The board must have been there since the house was built in...

I need to firm up my old attic ladder. A metal bracket or shoe can prevent a direct wood to wood contact. Also, I can double up the hinge. Metal bracket or shoe I can fabricate from joist connectors. But hinges I have to buy. Does anyone know where I can find these? Thank you.

I am putting up a farm fence (about 800 feet). My neighbor is leading this project for me. He is going to bring his tractor, bush hog, and auger to my farm. He said he would have to do the prep (of corner posts) at his house since I don't have a generator. Would it be convenient if I had a...

Attached are the photos of the coupler. One in the normal position, the other flipped over position. There is a distinct bend. But is it intentional or by accident? Should I replace it or can I keep it? If bent by accident, how would you recommend to unbend it? Thank you. PS: Fulton Products...

I plan to use a moving pod. I will load it myself. My best plan is to place a pallet on the pod floor and rope air compressor (30 gallon belt drive) and floor jacks to the pallet. Any other suggestions? Thank you.

I got some 5 gallon buckets from a sub store (used to hold pickle). I can still smell pickle (or acid). If I keep tools in the buckets, do you think acid will permeate out and rust the tools? I may be over-concerned but the tools will sit in the bucket for a few months until upcoming move is...