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Recently my Mr Cool Universal 3 ton ducted split system started throwing an E3 code - low pressure protection. What was odd was the unit would throw the code immediately, even before the compressor started running. To me that suggested a large sudden leak or a bad pressure switch. Zero issues...

I replaced the sheave on my air compressor to slow down the pump. I additionally ordered a new, shorter belt to account for the sheave change. According to Gemini belt tension should be set to about 1/2” deflection at 10lbs force which I did (or close to it). I’m still seeing a significant...

I have for sale a 1983 vintage Powermatic 66 table saw for sale. - Table saw is in “good” condition - Most significant issue is some light surface rust around some parts of the cabinet - Top is in good shape but does have some staining on the cast iron - Saw has both the motor cover and cabinet...

I recently purchased a Metabo HPT NV45B2 nailer from Lowes for a patio cover project for the roofing portion. I’ve had a few issues with the nailer driving nails sideways and bending them. I messed with air pressure, lubrication, etc. I then took a close look at the nail specification to make...

I have a Quincy QT7.5 about ten years old. Over this ten years an oily film coated the top of the compressor. Not very much at all but though to make a mess when dust sticks to it. I took some time to clean it up but want to not deal with it again. It appears to me to be coming from the...

Working on split system install. Original plan was to build a plenum from the ground and set the handler on top of that. To save floor space I am considering framing up an elevated platform suspended from the wall studs and setting the air handler on that. Any reason not too? I see they...

I am ready to purchase a conventional split system for my shop building. Houston TX area. 30 x 60 x 14 eaves with 3/12 pitch. Wood frame, slab on grade building with steel PBR panel exterior. 3" closed cell foam on roof deck, 2" wall. I then finished out the stud bays with R13 fiberglass both...

I have a 30x60x14 shop near Houston TX (hot, humid). Insulated "flash and batt" with 3" closed cell roof, 2" walls. R13 for the batts on both. This is a wood frame (16" OC 2x6) steel exterior building. 3X panel doors, insulated R18, and one entry door. The building is very tight, no...

I needed fiberglass for flash and batt in my shop. It was cheaper to buy 15 and get the bulk discount rather than purchase just the amount needed but now i have 3 extra bundles of batts. What happens if I return them? It would make exactly zero sense to me if they effectively increase the...

My building was finished yesterday. I have spray foam contractor scheduled next week to install 3" closed cell ceiling and 2" closed cell walls next week. Before questions a bit about the building. 30x60x14 wood frame on slab. 2x6 stud walls but with 2x4 horizontal girts on the walls and...

Originally was set on white metal panel ceiling for new 30x60x14 shop build. Was looking around and saw this: I really like the idea of a flat black painted exposed truss ceiling. Benefits are: - cheap - easy - gives sense of openness or tallness - hides dust well The only real drawback I...

Slab was poured Monday (5 days ago). It is ok, but there are a few high and low spots. I had some in floor electrical boxes and dust collection pipes and the finishers struggled a bit working around them. Using a 78" level I have about 6-8 1/8" low spot, and 2-4 3/16" low spots. One 1/4" but I...

Having my slab poured in a few weeks for a new shop. I am planning on putting two 4" dust collection pipes in the floor for table saw and planar. I want the PVC in the wall. Walls will be 2"x6", so that doesn't leave alot of room for error. I've never done this before, so this might seem...

about to sign papers on a new shop. 30x60x14, stick built, 2x6 walls, 2ft truss spacing on roof, metal panel exterior, plain and eaves with no soffits, vented ridge cap. I want to finish the inside with drywall or osb on walls and drywall or metal panels on ceiling. Want to run electrical in...

I recently aquired a Baldor 1217W bench grinder and Rockwell 70-6x0 drill press. Very nice machines but neither have run in some time and need some tlc. I'm currently in the process of getting them up and running again and wanted to post a single thread here to get help. Wanted to start...

Bought a set of used Pacer Baja Champs for my truck. These are my favorite wheels. The set I bought is in decent shape but need a good polish (cast aluminum, I would love forged but I can't afford!). The main body is pretty easy but my question is on the lip. It has this fake bead lock look...

I noticed quite a bit of algae in my coolmate 1 recently. Flushed the system with many times with clean water and it cleaned up but I was concerned that I fouled the system. To test flow I pulled hoses at a few spots. Disconnected the hot water return from the torch head and got 24oz in one...

Simple question, the coolant in my Miller Coolmate 1 is brown. I guess it's time to change or is this normal? It sat for a good few months at one point during my garage renovation. :confused:

Jet 4x6 Metal Cutting Bandsaw, $150, near Houston *SOLD* I have for sale a Jet 4x6 metal cutting bandsaw for sale. Saw is used. I am not the first owner. Bought it off eBay several years ago. It has served me well. Comes with a custom made stand made by me. I do not have the original...

Home Depot recently dropped their online price of the Bosch GTA3800 miter saw stand from $250 to $199 with free shipping. Beats most other online retailers by at least $30. I was actually in the market for this stand so the timing was right on...