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    Is this wiring good for a 240v "3.7 hp" 15.5-amp compressor? (pics included)

    Is this wiring good for a 240v "3.7 hp" 15.5-amp compressor? (pics included) I've read lots of threads about air compressor wiring here, but the answer isn't exactly clear to me. I'm considering buying this Husky 60g compressor, which is basically the same as compressors sold under brands like...
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    Hobart Handler 125 welder vs. HF Titanium 140. Which would you pick?

    I recently ordered a Hobart Handler 125 for my first welder. It's back ordered and won't arrive for a month. Now I'm wondering if I should cancel and instead get the HF Titanium Mig 140. My question: Would you stick with the Hobart or cancel the order and get the Titanium 140 instead?
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    Hobart Handler 125 vs Lincoln Handy Mig (one day only sale 04-21-20)

    Hobart Handler 125 vs Lincoln Handy Mig I'm looking for my first welder. I'm shopping mig-capable units for small projects and auto body work. I found Hobart Handler 125 on sale. Before this, my top pic has been the Lincoln Handy Mig for $299. My questions: Is this a good deal on the Hobart...
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    Which budget welder? HF Titanium Easy-Flux 125 or Campbell Hausfeld DW213000?

    I'm looking to get a budget welder for small projects and I have a couple options. Which would you pick and why? This Campball Hausfeld is on clearance at Menards for $170. I believe it's being discontinued...
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    What to get with the Menards 15% off bag sale? It ends 01-18-20

    For those who don't know, Menards has a sale ending tomorrow (01-18-2020) where you can get 15% off anything you can fit in a normal paper grocery bag. What are you guys getting? I'm looking for some ideas.
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    What are some affodable, but decent, R134A A/C gauges?

    I need a gauge set for R134A. I've searched for threads here, but none I found were very recent. I'm considering buying a set, rather than go autoparts store rental, because I think I might have some jobs coming up in the future. Anyone have any experience with the HF gauges or more expensive...
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    Is there a crash course on ordering from Amazon.de?

    What's the deal?
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    Sears Japan jack value? Need help ASAP Sat 5/6/17

    I'm at a swap meet right now and there's a guy selling a 1.5 ton Sears jack for $25. It won't stay up. It's the green made in Japan style. Likely needs a rebuild. I'm guessing I could get it for $20 or maybe less. Is it worth it? I don't know what these go for.
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    Who can recommend an electric latex paint sprayer?

    I need to paint the exterior of my house this year. I've searched here and some other places regarding electric paint sprayers, but I'm hoping for some recommendations from GJ members. I'm looking for some recommendations on a latex paint sprayers and/or some good online resources about using...
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    $15 off Aircat 1055-TH 1/2" drive impact on Amazon

    I don't know when this coupon expires because the terms and conditions don't say. It doesn't look like other Aircat tools have the same discount. The regular price of this impact on Amazon is right around $105. The coupon brings it down to $90. This is an item eligible for Prime shipping. My...
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    Chicago Pneumatic air tool experts: what did I do to ruin my CP734H impact? (video)

    UPDATE - It's fixed! ========= I bought a CP734H impact on ebay recently. This is the updated version of the classic 734. Details and exploded view are available here. There’s even a short video on Youtube from the company that shows how you disassemble and rebuild this impact. When I bought...
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    Will this work? 8 foot garage door with 7 foot opener

    I have a three-car garage. Both doors are eight-foot doors. The main double door has an eight-foot opener. The smaller door doesn't have an opener. I'd like to start using it on a daily basis, so I'd like to install an opener. Can I just install a normal seven-foot opener without the extension...
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    Vintage Crescent LT70 USA-made 3/8" drive ratchet

    I'm selling this because I need to free up some space and cash to buy a couple tools I actually need. This is a vintage Crescent LT70 3/8" ratchet from back when Crescent made their own ratchets in-house. It works great. It does have an owner's mark on the head, which is shown in the pics...
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    USA-made Rodac 1/2" impact (needs repair) for FREE plus shipping

    SOLD I'm offering this just for the cost of packaging/shipping so hopefully someone here can get some use out of it or at least have fun tinkering with it. It has some kind of air leak, but I don't know what's causing it. Because of that, it doesn't work as-is, it will need some work I bought...
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    Cordless LED work light at Aldi for $7.99

    I'm sure this isn't as good as a more expensive light, but I've been using it for a few weeks and I'm mighty pleased for the price. They had a bunch of tools several weeks ago. Most items sold out except these lights didn't seem to sell well. I bought one at the original price of $9.99. Now...
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