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    Advantage lifts

    I have been considering one for over a year but couldn't find anyone with feedback. I appreciate the info on how they handled the drip pans, can you imagine if you needed a part or had a bigger problem. I have a BB that I use for service work and was looking for another 4 post just to stack...
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    Furnace Filter Cover?

    there is a product called filter lock - it is vinyl with built in magnets that will cover the open slot.
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    The Sloan power assist recall is garbage

    I have replaced about 6 of those at different locations, all had air bubbles leaking from the vessel. It was cheaper to buy a new tank with the sloan equipment already installed. Once switched out , all of those still had the same flushing power of the originals. Something to consider, maybe...
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    I think I was ripped off on AC repair with $185 capacitor

    I am reading it a little different. $120 diagnosis fee to show up Plus the labor to install the parts which is usually at least $100 per hour + the cost of the part which is marked up of course. So it was $185 for the part and labor. Still a rip off but many places now charge a flat service...
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    greasing older backyard buddy 4 post

    Thanks .. another helpful reply. If you see my post right above yours I did call this morning and took the time to post the manufacturers suggested procedure for the benefit of others who need to do this in the future.
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    greasing older backyard buddy 4 post

    for those interested - the official suggested procedure is drill and tap the pins for 1/4-20 bolt and pull them with vice grips.
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    greasing older backyard buddy 4 post

    Wanted to service it this weekend and I got home to late to call BYB on Friday. I know a bunch of guys here own them so thought I would ask instead of waiting until Monday to call and service it next weekend. All those instructions are for the newer, updated lifts. I checked the website and my...
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    greasing older backyard buddy 4 post

    I have a older BYB 4 post that has NO grease fittings. I have lubed the 4 corner pulleys a couple of times by taking them apart easy enough. My question is how do you get the pins out of the under ramp pulleys in order to grease them ? Yes I removed the set screws I tried a few things...
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    Groundhog problem

    x's 3 - followed this same procedure for years - Last year I bought some of the smoke bombs at Home depot - Now I just light a smoke bomb and just throw a tarp over the trap instead of using the water dip
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    Insulating/Soundproofing on the cheap

    30 years as a metal drummer here - the best thing to do is to have a dead space in between the walls - think room within a room Some cheap ideas - hang moving blankets (the thick quilted ones) - carpet with multiple layers of padding on the walls and even egg cartons on the walls (lots of them)
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    4 post lift - Anyone familiar with this one?

    PLEASE report back on this lift I have tried to get some good info on this lift for the past 3 months and haven't had much luck I have a BYB and want to get another 4 post strictly for storage .. thought this lift looked interesting Thanks
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    what is my lift worth?

    I have the same lift - I would give you $2500 for it all day long and drive to pick it up and I live in Ohio If the guy passes please let me know
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    need 2nd 4 post - BB too narrow for New Ram

    I love my backyard buddy and when I purchased it 10 yrs ago I felt it was the best designed/quality lift available at that time Just purchased a New Ram and found out my Lift is too narrow - NEVER thought it would be an issue - clears the posts - won't clear the cables :mad: Back then I spent...
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    Milton P-Type Air fittings

    Thank You for this post I suspect I am having the same problems.. I have a good compressor and equipment - Where is the Best place to buy the V style fittings and couplers ?
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    5k in damage from an idiot doing something stupid

    The light switches were sparking at work when turned on and off - Brand new 1 million dollar expansion Electricians were powering the lights directly thru the wall switches - lights are 277V They were back installing relays after I made the call to them
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    Comfortable work shoes for mechanics

    SAS Time Outs - It's a all leather USA made walking shoe - Been wearing them for over 20 years ( 7 years at a hospital - 16 at a private school - both doing facility maintenance) Consider the newer version that has a hi-grip sole VS the original sole that can get slippery in the wet
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    Cornwell Guys - releasing drawers

    Thank You for the info. I asked my buddy to try and find some model numbers off both of the boxes. Mechanical skill and technology aren't my friends strong suits. He's a chef I am just trying to help him out without either of us breaking the box
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    Cornwell Guys - releasing drawers

    I was asked to help a friend move a deceased relatives Cornwell Box It was a $7500 professional box purchased in the early 90's - He is a ~ 2 hr drive from me and doesn't have a camera to take a pic of the glides He said it has a small recess in the glide that faces to the rear of the box, he...
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    Quincy vs Champion compressors

    I'm in maintenance and we had several Quincy compressors at the hospital that ran trouble free for many years. I was 100% set on a Quincy for my home shop but when I compared the 5hp/ 80 Gal Quincy and Champion models side by side at TP Tools, I changed my mind The Champion was noticeably...
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    Refrigerator / freezer service question

    Thanks for the refridgerant info. I have the same fridge it is still cooling well but starting to get noisy, slight vibration when running Just told the wife yesterday that the compressor is probably getting ready to blow:mad:
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