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    Windows with Mutins (Grids) or Not?

    Use "V" grooved glass. You get approximately the same look as grids but you can see out most of the window with no obstructions. The "V" is on the inside of thermal pane windows. Makes for easy cleaning.
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    Zip system sheathing *****, my experience (it can't get wet)

    I used Zip Board on the roof and sides of my 3,000+ sq. ft. shop. Studs were 16" on center. It saw a number of good rains before getting covered. There were no problems at all. Zip Board is a much denser product than particle board. Due to this it holds fasteners much better
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    Pole Barn interior Baseboard?

    Purchase 1x4 or 1x6 pressure treated lumber. Chamfer the top edge at 45* to dress the baseboard up. I installed several hundred feet of this in my shop and it turned out well. Plywood when damp or in contact with the concrete my deteriorate over time.
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    BendPak?

    I've installed two Bendpak 4 post lifts over the past 17+ years. Parts if needed (rarely) and communication with BendPak have not been a problem. Heavy equipment/lift is not needed for installation. As previously mentioned a good furniture dolly it very helpful. I put a heavy duty wooden box...
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    Briggs 10HP Engine Help

    Carb needs cleaned!
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    Lag bolts vs GRK RSS screws

    I have used GRK RSS on countless projects and never had a problem. I keep numerous sizes in stock at the shop.
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    Garage man door

    Replace the jacks with pressure treated jacks.
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    Concrete PSI?

    Definitely go with 4000psi. If will give a nicer/smoother finish due to higher cement content. Cost difference is only $10-$15 per cu yard. Cracking in concrete is not a matter of if it will crack but where. You should plan on sawing a control cut every 10-12' in both directions to control...
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    Need custom glass or plexi-glass table top, best place to acquire?

    Use 3/16" or 1/4" plate glass with polished edge from a local glass shop. Much more scratch resistant than any "plastic" and probably just as cheap.
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    Metal roof underlayment.

    Just came from Best Buy Metals this afternoon. They have a 10 square roll of vapor barrier for $79.
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    Door swing

    Out swing with tamper proof hinges and a latch security plate will provide better security and more usable room inside.
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    Air line

    Oil the tool not the line. Even if turned off oil will stay in the line and flow for a while. You don't want oil in your tires or coming out of your spray gun into paint.
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    Fiber mesh and floor coatings

    Don't spend the $$ on the fiber. Put 6 x 6 #10 WWM (highway mesh) in your floor. Make sure that when the floor is poured the mesh gets pulled up to the middle of the concrete. Cut and fill the expansion joints ASAP (cut same day if possible). Control joints are a must. The question is not if...
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    Lifts????: Scissor, 2 post, 4 post, storage, ect.

    The best lift depends on what type of use it's going to get and what you want to spend. Its a personal decision. A 2-post takes less real estate than a 4-post and is cheaper. The floor under the post area may need a bit of beefing up. Posts must be anchored to the floor. Drive line is totally...
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    Most versatile, "does it all" 2-post lift?

    Don't make it too complex. If the pad height is too high for your lift pads taper the front edge of 4 pcs. of 2x8 material, place in front of tires, drive up on and place arms then lift. reverse process to lower.
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    Plywood walls and ceiling, what thickness?

    Use 1/2" plywood on walls. Plywood will hold a screw or nail better than OSB. If you need to hang something extra heavy screw into a stud behind the plywood. Use white metal siding on the ceiling. It's reflects light for a brighter area, and is prefinished. Use a drywall lift to raise the...
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    What did you do "IN" your garage today?

    Built and installed this aftercooler in my shop air system today. Coil is 5/8" ACR tube. Air flows from the compressor to the top of the 50' coil. At the bottom of the coil just before the up loop to the storage tank there is Tee which drops to a collection tank for H20. After the storage tank...
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    Anyone identify which model Bendpak this is?

    Bendpak puts an ID tag on one of the posts giving model, capacity and cable length info. Look for it. It's usually about 3'-4' up from the floor.
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    Rebar for garage footing and foundation.

    Forgo the fiber reinforced concrete unless you want a fuzzy floor. Instead use #10-6x6 WWM (welded wire mesh) This will do much better in holding the future cracks in the slab together. Once creaked fiber will not hold the crack together. Yes, it will crack. The question is not if it will crack...
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