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    Copper pipe for compressor lines.

    Thread revival to say "Thanks for the Copper Handbook reference" Answers all the questions.
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    Which crimping tool for compression lug?

    I second the above. I used it for my RV battery system. Works nice, consistent crimps. Use stranded wire if it's in any type of area prone to vibration. the article referenced above is top notch.
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    Who makes a good palm sander?

    I've had a Makita 1/4 sheet palm sander for years. Still works great.
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    Escape FROM my dream shop

    I hope it works better for you than it did me.:lol: I bought my better half a new mower, the latest Makita rechargable yard tools, and still wind up doing the yard 50% or more. I hate yard work. Maybe she's a better planner than me.........:headscrat Nice work on the tractor. Thanks for the...
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    Escape FROM my dream shop

    rmack, mybig, thanks for the info. I'm always suspect of fabric shelter/awnings. I've had a couple that didn't last a year, where the fabric sun rotted.
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    Escape FROM my dream shop

    That Harbor freight carport tent has really held up well, or is it just an illusion? Might have to check them out.
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    Escape FROM my dream shop

    Mack; Glad you both are ok. I get to Clay county occasionally and was tracking their Coronavirus status. Glad you didn't get it. Relax and recuperate, spend time together, projects will wait. I just poured the cement for my new shop. Watching you work through details helped my planning. Thanks...
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    A Casual Atomic Lab Tour

    Very Nice!
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    Between 705 & 1200 SQ/FT From losing everything to being cash-poor and shop-rich in "only" five years!

    Re: From losing everything to being cash-poor and shop-rich in "only" five years! 1st of all< Great Job Emma (and dad) on the chair. She WILL appreciate it some day. GT Thanks for the link and installation ideas. It wasn't something I had thought about. I am planning a portable/temporary...
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    Recommendation for 2 car garage plumbing

    Compressing air heats it up. If you cool it, as the temperature drops, the dew point drops. Dew Point is the atmospheric temperature (varying according to pressure and humidity) below which water droplets begin to condense and dew can form. This lowering causes the moisture to condense and...
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    New workshop build progress

    Nice shop and hanger. We are looking at acquiring a similar set up. If you don't mind me asking, what airpark are you at, and are there other lots available? A PM is ok if you don't want it public. Thanks.
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    Researching Garage Lighting

    I have a couple sets of these around the perimeter of my garage, and 2, 4 foot overhead lights in the middle. They do a good job lighting up the area. Simple to hang from some J hooks in the ceiling...
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    Recommendation for 2 car garage plumbing

    A couple of options for removing moisture (particularly needed if spraying paint or using a plasma cutter. A very good air dryer, a couple options: Air dryer...
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    Multi-zone mini-split?

    Just had this discussion with an installer. 2 separate units seems to be the best recommendation. About the same cost as a multi head, but more reliable, and easier to troubleshoot and repair separate units, when those needs arise.
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    Between 705 & 1200 SQ/FT From losing everything to being cash-poor and shop-rich in "only" five years!

    Re: From losing everything to being cash-poor and shop-rich in "only" five years! GT; Great thread, just wasted most of the morning skimming through it!:bounce: Very Nice build!:bowdown: I'm getting ready to start a 20x40 metal building shop here in Alabama. On a slab, 2.5" closed cell spray...
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    Garage flooring advice

    Houtan; At over $6.00 per sq ft for the coating you are looking at, I would seriously consider a floor like Racedeck or Swisstrax. I asked the Racedeck folks some questions about using jacks and lifts, heavy tools and tool boxes, and they said the floor would handle every thing. The only thing...
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    70’s Themed San Francisco Motorcycle Garage

    Very original wall layout with the changing color elevations. Very cool. Love the floor! Thanks for sharing. Congrats on the Bridgeport!
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    Jimbo's 12m x 9m (30ft x 40ft) place for unfinished projects

    Very Nice. Is that Bubble foil in the ceiling? Going to do anything to the walls? Looking forward to seeing the floor finish.
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