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    120v (Line voltage) Wifi Thermostat

    Looking for suggestions on a Wifi thermostat compatible with 120v baseboard heating. This is for a cabin which usually has the temp set to 50 when we are away, we would like to turn the temp up and possibly monitor it remotely prior to arriving.
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    1960s Craftsman Table Saw

    I am selling my grandpas old Craftsman table saw. It is in ok condition and functions. I can email pics but I cannot post pics on here for some reason. The link below is similar to mine (except the item in the link is in much better condition)...
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    Help with pellet stove diag

    Long story short: My mother in law has a cottage 4 hours away, we get up north and find that the pellet stove will not start. It hasnt been utilized in 6 weeks but has run flawlessly for the past 5+ years. I found the instruction manual and followed the failure/cause of failure points to try...
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    Got a quote on a new garage door today....

    I dont have time to search the topic at the moment but any feedback would be great. Sears quoted me $1350 for a "3000 series" garage door installed. (normally 1500 but with a 10% discount) Its got an R value of 9.**, standard 16x7 small panel design with no windows (white in color). Metal...
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    Looking for some basement flooring ideas

    I like the interlocking tiles like Racedeck but I am looking for other options. I ran the thought of doing our whole basement in Racedeck (or similar) but she wants something that isn't too shop-like (diamond plate or circles etc) I found that Racedeck sells carpet tiles but it is a bit...
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    Question about adding a header

    I will (if everything goes as planned) be adding a 1-car garage door on the back of my garage to be able to drive my jetski trailer into my back yard. I need to rough in an opening then cut the brick wall out. My question is: How do you add a header and studs/jack studs etc on a wall that...
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    4, 5, or 6 inch lights?

    I am currently remodeling my basement. I have 7 fool ceilings that are bare and 4 foot florescent fixtures that are too bright and will be replaced. I would like to do round can lights. The joists are 2x6s so I think I would have to do a recessed/short can. I am torn between what kind of...
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    Before I start cutting...

    I installed a bathroom vent fan and I now need to add the roof vent for the hose hookup. Before I start, is there any tips/tricks/hints/guidelines that you recommend? I am located in MI so the roof will see snow. Being water tight is a must. I have had a few people tell me to cut the hole in...
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    Anyone here used a WEN drill press before?

    I have done some searching for drill press info and most people here seem to lean towards the vintage Craftsman/Delta/Rockwell etc. I cant find anything local. What I do want: 5/8" chuck and more than 1/3 HP. So this limits me to about a few models unless I did a floor drill press, Id...
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