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So I decided I needed a press brake. I purchased the 40" press brake builder kit from Swag Offroad and fabricated a frame for it. I planned on using two HF 20T air/hydraulic jacks to power it. I plumbed both jacks to a "T", using one valve to control the air to both. My first test after...

Spent most of last weekend cleaning my floor. Filled control joints through the week. And finally applied Epoxy-Coat today. With the help of my neighbor, we started around 8:00 this morning and finished about 2:30. We used 4 full taupe kits on 1500 sq.ft. and finished without a drop to spare...

I decided to Epoxy Coat my bathroom for a little practice before I do the rest of the 1500 sq.ft. shop. Clean and prepped as instructed, no problem, mixed no problem, applied no problem, back rolled twice, no problem then flaked no problem. I was satisfied with the way it looked. Cleaned up and...

What would you look for when purchasing a used 2 post car lift. There are three lifts going to be auctioned where I live. They are in a closed up Lincoln Mercury car dealership. Ammco I think is the brand but I currently don't have the model info yet. Was just wondering if anyone could tell me...

O.K. getting ready to apply Epoxy Coat to my new shop floor. But holding me up is what to do about the 1/8" control joints criss crossing the floor as well as the 1/2" expansion joint around the perimeter of the floor. Do I fill or not fill? I want to fill for that seamless look, ease of...

I just bought 3 full EC kits from my local Lowe's for my new 1500 sq.ft. shop. (Btw Lowe's has no clue about Epoxy Coat. Only one of three central Il. stores I checked carried it and anyone I talked to didn't know EC was a brand. When asked if they carried EC they said sure we carry several...

I find conflicting arguments regarding the use of PEX tubing for air lines. :headscrat I know people are using it for air lines but what are the problems associated with its use. The cost of PEX for a compressed air system in my new shop would be considerably less than copper or black pipe not...

My 36x48x10 shop is under way. I'm planning to use an infrared tube heater for my heat source but I have some questions before I commit to particular model or brand. I think I want to run the heater with the length of the building (with the 48' dim) up in the corner at 45* where the wall meets...

At least for now, I'm thinking of using 4 Lamp T-5 fixtures in my 36x48x10.5. I was told I need 6 of these for 70 fc. Anyone have an opinion on this style of fixture or have any other lighting suggestions?

Finally have serious progress after months of talking about it. After shopping several building companies, Morton, Wick, etc., I decided to have this 36x48x10 stick built on a block foundation. The price was about the same and I feel the finished product will be better in the long run. Outside...

I'm planning to build a garage/workshop this summer. Something around 36x50 or so with heated floor, finished interior, bathroom, 10' sidewalls, etc. I have been looking into post frame or pole buildings such as Cleary, Morton and Wick. I was wondering what the long term differences between this...

I'm planning now for a garage build this spring or early summer. Looks like I found the right place. Thanks in advance for everyone's help! Jeff