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This is not about tool organization. This is more about project logistics. Here is what I am battling with. So.. I got a project. It takes week(s) to get parts for more modern cars. For this one - lot of stuff NLA, lot of stuff takes months(!!!) to get. And here is my dilemma. I want to not...

Looking for options and info. Have no idea what size and type of device I need 24x24 attached finished insulated garage with attic above. I have mini-split for heat/cool I use break clean for parts, sometimes various glues, etc. I feel like I am always breathing some chemicals. I cannot always...

I am thinking about getting lathe. I got rid of my 9x20, because of basement refinish and no space. Now that I am close to getting this done I am thinking which lathe to get. Thinking this: https://www.precisionmatthews.com/shop/pm-1340gt/ BTW, if you have anything to say about it - please do...

What is the proper way to do this? I have portion of a ceiling which will be covered with drywall and there is some twist connectors on door bell cable. Is there any way to connect them to make it "per code" for drywall covering? I have no way to re-pull cable..

I had compressor in a basement. Moved to new garage. In order to move I had to remove head and motor from tank. Today reconnected everything, but something going on with motor. See video, it's sparking inside and while doing it it slows down. Also, when pressure get's to like 70-80 it feels...

Anyone done it? I am not using shop all the time. There is many outlets and some tiny leaks. Compressor might cycle once or twice per day. So, currently I have a switch (220) in my shop to turn it on/off. I am moving compressor to different garage and it will be PITA to go there every time and...

2 boxes (40lb each) of flakes. This will do standard 2 car with full coverage (to rejection) Cost is $350 from Alpha Garage, make me an offer. I don't want to ship this stuff.

I am window shopping storage for my new garage. Read as much as I can on different options, cabinets, etc. Watched tons of videos/reviews. So far I am settled on NewAge PRO line. Maybe HUSKY HD line? Biggest issue now - color. I'd love to have Blue, but they don't come in blue. Any comparable...

See attached "plan". Almost ready to drywall, not sure if I miss anything. 1. NOT a workshop. I have another 2 car for working 2. Used for storage of motorcycles (5-7) and parking. 3. Air compressor in corner (Area A) already pre-plumbed) 4. AC mounted in a middle back wall 5. I plan to use...

So, the question is in title. Those 2-gang metal boxes installed for future outlets or direct-wired appliances. How should I pigtail them? It makes sense to do in 8ga, but wires is not single thread, and 3 of them in a twist connector? Also, probably too big for a screw?

Choices is good, but not like that... With million brands LEDs.. I am in a situation where I have to finally choose what I do and how I do. I think I made up my mind. Garage is 34 deep and about 37 wide? Will do 15x of 8ft fixtures on 2 different circuits. Will do wiring behind drywall, with...

I am not pro mechanic, just working on my own stuff. More often than not I am using regular 1/2, 3/8 ratchets. Last night I was changing oil in my truck and had to take like 10 12mm screws to get pan out. Then I remember seeing in more and more videos that people just use electric drivers which...

In garage I already have sub-panel. I need to run 3 220 runs. One for mini-split, one for my air compressor and one for future lathe. From what I understand they all require just hots, no need for neutral wire. Any practical reason why I will spend extra for 6-3?

Any helpful tips? It's 35x38 space. Of course Ideally I want to do it all in one shot, but is it feasible? I would have a contractor helping, so 2 people. I have old garage with same coating for over 13 years going STRONG and I am happy to find company still in business offering this product...

Looking for current 2023 advice. I had good experience with Ramsond mini-split in my 22x22 garage. It did fail after 10 years, so I guess I got my money worth out of it. Fan broke, and then it took down compressor. I just ordered new Ramsond and all is well now. Now... I have new garage (3 car...

I have finished 2 car garage with car lift where I've been doing all my hobby/car work. I also have hobby lathe/mill down in my basement. Just finished house addition and part of it - 35x35 garage with 10ft ceiling that raises up to ~13-14ft in a middle. This where I plan to build small...

Here is some background. I have insulated 2 car garage right now. With Ramsond split unit. Works great for cooling and heating, no issue there. I am building new garage now and I want to solve some issues I currently have. Not sure what would be correct approach. 1. I need to be able to vent...

Hello! Was curious what everyone uses and any tips? Since I am using brake clean a lot I stopped buying spray cans and do gallons. I got Handy Spray 0.75 Qt Pump Dispenser And I am buying CRC Brakleen So, first I bought CRC 05090 Brakleen (strongest formula, etc) - it was working with a...

Need to paint engine casings (motorcycle) after bead-blasting. Lot of different options out there but I figured folks at garage journal will know best. It's an old KZ650. Factory did paint with something very thin and very tough. But what? I would like to have silver/aluminum finish, just like...

Hi all! With new resto-project I decided it's time. I have ~20CFM compressor already, I have approval. I did debate on getting HF unit and mod it. But then I thought about it and figured I'd rather use a tool and not mod it. Just not enough time, want to work on a project. Use cases: -...