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Running 2" grey PVC for a 200amp service using 4/0 SER wire Need to enter the attic space above the shutoff box but below the eave Already tried- LP (Cantex) box, 45/90* elbows.... the LP box gets me extremely close but the 4/12 pitch of the roof only gives me about 3.5" to pass through Whats...

Just stepped up to cordless right angle grinder, and now I need some consumables. What brands, sizes, etc... do you like? 1/4" chuck, I do mostly clean up and prep with these as they dont have a whole lot a power Looking for a good assortment, typical 1/2/3" disc and abrasives. Let me...

Residential install, exterior mount. Required by the PoCo. This will be the shutoff mounted on the building, its fed by a 200amp breaker off my 400amp metered panel. Any reasons to choose one over the other? Considerations: _ it will be very visible in the backyard, looking to reduce overall...

Im in the middle of a service line upgrade for my property and shop. I will need a few high amp connections in the shop for certain tools (large 20hp VFD screw compressor, laser machine, welders, etc..) What is considered best practice or typical for a 100amp and 60amp 1ph 240v connection _...

I will be installing machinery that needs 15.5bar / 215 psi constant pressure. Going over my notes and research this is the upper end or beyond most typical piping systems What are the industry standard systems for this kind of pressure, what should I be considering? System scope: Looking to...

DiArco 24" finger brake in Excellent Complete condition- $2000 DiArco 24" shear Excellent Complete condition- $1500 If you know the name Diarco then you know this is a incredible piece of machinery. Heavy cast iron body, robust design and build. No other brake in this size even comes close...

Im purchasing some machinery that requires 215psi @ 8.8cfm (~16bar @ .25m3) on a 60+ gallon tank compressor - The catch is its a unknown quality of compressor they combo the machine with, im worried it may have issues down the line. Current price on the compressor is $3400- which squarely...

Sanity and best practices check here House is located in Bend Oregon, built in 1971, with a outdated 125amp Split Bus panel. I also have 60amps going out to the shop via direct bury line. Scope: New 400amp meter/main service line from the Poco transformer + 200amp panel upgrade to the house +...

Wife is setting up a new office at home and I mentioned making a new top for her desk as a possible upgrade The desk is a Costco special, its been fine but she was lookin for a larger worktop. Pulled the existing glass top, weighed about 30lbs. New Top: ~30"x96" 3/4" cabinet grade Walnut...

Feels like a long shot, maybe not? I just picked up on 2 Bosch 18v sanders and 4ah batteries, but didnt come with a charger? Anybody got a BOSCH 18V charger laying around? Please contact me! Thanks Brandon Charger ONLY (I would buy batteries if trying to unload...)

Im setting up a new router table in my shop and went with a spindle router + VFD + lift table My project scope ranges from simple edge radius on soft/hardwoods to dados in aluminum My biggest concerns are 2 things, I wish they offered a larger collet on the 65mm but limited to 1/4" shanks, and...

Looking for a 1 step process to drill a through hole and countersink in METALS but with extra length for clearance reasons Typically I would use a Center Drill but those are often stubby length _________________ Anything besides McMaster @$35+ / ea Countersink Drill Bit for 1/4" Screws...

Looking to get some advice on pricing these machines for a family member. What: Microcut Mill (Taiwan) model 1050 3hp DRO some fixtures and collets included JET 1430 metal lathe 14x30 swing/bed also some tooling and fixtures Location: Albuquerque NM Condition: Good running condition, no...

I've finally ran out my stash of work gloves Looking for insights to your favorite general duty gloves - I do lots of woodworking, metal fab, and general shop task My last batch were these Maxiflex similar to these @ $5/pair Only looking for similar style, no leather, cotton etc... already...

Is there a method to achieving this fabrication design without them binding up? I've been seeing others here like @Beerhippie and more hitting this same issue My latest example was my welding table build, for the stabilizers I used this design. And while I tried everything I got mixed results...

Doing a big clean out of the shop and came across some old auction items I didnt know what to do with? 1st- DoAll Optical Flat - 4" diameter, flatness to .000002", used with original case 2nd- Pratt & Whitney Precision Surface Plate- 5" diameter, steel, used with original case Got these from...

Just like the Fein multi-tool or Festool plunge track saw I can't wait for the patent on the Festool Domino to expire so we can get some healthy competition! Who's got info on when this might happen and any mfg working on competition?

While setting up my new shop space I have also reconfig'd my gas line system. In that process I have now have a (very) slow leak. Before I post what these numbers are, does anybody have a ref point for what is considered acceptable? anecdotally- I know when replumbing my Natural Gas for my...

Some good deals over at Stronghand Tools home site, go to the Sale section top of screen. https://stronghandtools.com/collections/clearance Couple of highlights- $32.50 marked to $9 $91 marked to $24 $100 down to $39

Looking to stock up on some basic heat shrink tubing in ROLL FORMAT ( I dont want the precut chunks(n)) 2:1 or 3:1, common sizes 1/4, 3/8, 1/2" etc, added bonus if its the waterproof kind with adhesive Let me know where and what yall like to buy, typical DIY uses, not looking for cheapest. I...