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    Some vintage tools, Snap on, etc.

    Snap on #71N ratchet. Works fine Lufkin Folding Ruler and Level/Square Craftsman Auto Screwdriver. All are in good, working condition. the level/square has a couple spots of paint on it. Snap on ground off the ratchet for some reason. I just want to get these into the hands of someone...
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    Vintage Tool guys... ID a ratchet???

    Found this 1/2" ratchet amongst my grandpa's stuff. For some reason the name has been ground off both sides of the ratchet. I'll try to get pics up, but I checked the pattent number and it is from 1930- Hummel tools. It is a made in the USA in Kenosha Wisconsin. Anybody know anything about...
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    Blow in: Before or after taping

    The title says it all. I've searched and have seen people talk about both. I'm going to be blowing in insulation and have 2x4 rafters. I've heard some people say to have everything done to eliminate the dust. I've also heard if you insulate after tape and mud, you'll get cracks in the...
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    Getting the compressor home...

    I did a couple of searches, but came up empty. Goofy question, but I'm planning on picking up a Husky Pro 60 Gal compressor and I'm not quite sure how I'm going to get it home... I have a pickup with a 6' bed, but no lift or anything of that sort. Any suggestions????? Mike
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    Insulation: What can I get away with?

    Let me first say, I'm being cheap here. I'm trying to finish up my garage on a very limited budget. I live in northern Illinois and have a 22x25 garage. The walls were insulated by a previous owner with R13. The ceiling is open. The trusses are short and 2x4 material, so I'm only going to...
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    Engine Dollys from Moving Dollys

    Any body make any engine dollys out of these? http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=38970 I'm planning on using a couple of these for that purpose and am wondering what you guys have done. I'd like to keep the engine upright if possible. Thanks in advance for any...
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    Vintage Craftsman Bandsaw

    I got this from an estate sale a few years ago. I need to make some room for other stuff. Because of the size, this would need to be picked up. I am located NW of Chicago, in McHenry, IL. Craftsman Band Saw: Great classic tool. Motor run, saw works great, includes some blades, etc in the bottom...
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    Nice Wood Lathe

    I got these from an estate sale a few years ago. I need to make some room for other stuff. Because of the size, these would need to be picked up. I am located NW of Chicago in McHenry, IL. RTC Wood Lathe: Looks like it was barely used. Includes a handful of tools for it. I am willing to take...
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    Dangerous or not?

    My old man just put up a huge pole barn and has set up a wood shop inside of it. I came out to take a look at the progress and he had just finished wiring the woodshop. Here's what he did: He has ten two-space boxes around the room. In each box he has wired a 15A 110 receptacle and a 30A...
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    Which receptacles to buy?

    Sorry, if this is a novice question, but I wanted to ask from your experience what receptacles to get? I know I don't want the cheepy 99 cent jobs, but I don't know enough about them to necessary drop $6 a piece on them either. Here's what I have going... I have 3, 20a circuits, each boxed...
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    Tips for drywalling around garage door track

    I'm trying to keep my planning one step ahead of my action. My garage door tracks and opener are hung with the typical perforated angle pieces. There is a horizontal one attached to the ceiling joist with two vertical drops that for an angle where they meet the door track. How did you guys...
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    Hardwire? Receptacle? What do you think?

    Thanks for your patience. I've been reading the posts here for a couple of months and this site has been extremely helpful in a number of ways. I am about to begin wiring my 20x25 garage this weekend and this is my plan... I need input. I have 100A service in the garage. East Wall- 5...
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    Newbie in Illinois

    My names Mike and while I've been reading posts on this site for a long time, I've finally joined. Now that my wife has given the ok to do whatever in the garage, it's time to get crazy! Mike
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