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    Proper Lubricant for an Old Genie Screw Drive Opener

    Hey all, got an old (40 years? 50 years? can't seem to find a date on it) Genie screw drive garage door opener, and am trying to determine what sort of lubricant to use. I don't know why it was ever disconnected, but it's been in this garage since before I got here. I cleaned out the old nests...
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    Thread subscription, but not through e-mail?

    I underestimated how active this place is! Much as I would love to make the "new posts" tool my browser bookmark, I find that there are just too many threads being updated all the time for me to keep up with. I'd be here all day... While I'm trying to figure out how to adapt my browsing habits...
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    What kind of oil should my air compressor take?

    I have an old Campbell Hausfeld FL-3001 compressor (10 gal plug-in) that works fine in warm weather, but turns slowly in the cold. Sometimes it won't even get up to normal speed at all. I figured the first thing I would try is changing the oil. I'm probably the first owner to ever bother...
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    Cheap Air Compressor Sound Insulation

    Just wanted to share a quick dirt-cheap solution I came up with to help reduce air compressor noise. Got a little old Campbell Hausfeld FL-3001 that I've tucked away up in the corner of my garage, right on top of a big shelving unit. It has wheels, but I have no intention of taking it mobile...
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    Hello from SE Michigan

    Can't believe I'm just now signing up for this place. You guys have been a great resource, and I look forward to participating in future discussions. See you around the forums!
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