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    Replicating Dimensions

    There is a lot of validity to this post. I have a fairly simple hatch install to be completed at work on a building exterior. As soon as we go outside, we are on city property and wouldn't think of proceeding without a professional and licensed design firm. They know the people in city hall to...
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    Replicating Dimensions

    1. 7/12 pitch 2. 8 x 8 3. 16" to 24" 4. 8' to bottom of white trim 5. 25' or 26' wide by maybe 23' deep B interesting experiment to know how all these estimates compare to the real thing.
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    Air compressor gauges??

    We run a series of compressors for pneumatic controls and dry pipe fire suppression systems. The newer machines have a built in hour meter and an oil useful remaining life indicator. We usually see close to one year before the systems indicate need for service, so will stretch it a bit to make...
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    Is this a 15 amp outlet?

    Re: Adding Outlets in Garage It is likely my controls background speaking, but I am a huge fan of terminal strips
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    Garage subpanel size

    I would recommend the largest subpanel your regional codes and personal budget can allow. The costs to go up to a 60 Amp sub from a 40 sub would be pretty small at the start, but later would be more frustrating than may be necessary.
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    I'd like to thank the guy that instructed to twist wires CCW when using a screw.

    Now I have to go try this. Currently at the airport; do you think they would mind?
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    No power on one circuit. Out of ideas.

    Not likely the case here, but an example of how obscure a wiring install can go: I am aware of a residential duplex where a light switch for one side controlled an outlet for the second side. As already mentioned, this will need to be traced out with a toner. Another, but not recommended...
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    Ball End SQUARE Drive screwdrivers

    I find these invaluable. Unfortunately, they do wear out more quickly than a regular screwdriver. Haven't found another brand yet.
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    What did you do "IN" your garage today?

    Set up a work surface for the better half to do some odoriferous cooking. We dont want the odors lingering in the house.
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    compressor like to take a walk!

    I have mounted larger (30 hp ) motors to patio stones for ballast. You can then put a pad beneath the patio stone to protect the finished floor
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    Subpanel Question

    I was working with a Master Electrician on an explosion proof low voltage circuit. Nothing in the code here was specific enough, but there was a clause that said if the installation was intrinsically safe, it will pass. You may look for something along those lines.
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    Subpanel Question

    Different jurisdictions will allow different methods and materials of installation. So in general terms, we have what is commonly referred to as Teck cable. It has a water proof layer over top of an armoured sheath, much like BX cable. I would look at something like this, in the appropriate...
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    Running wire off an existing outlet to add additonal outlet in garage

    If you go low voltage, the wiring requirements are less stringent. You could use a free-air run of 16/2, for example. This then gets tucked up around any obstructions, or runs around the ceiling where it meets the wall. Powering it from the switch gives you on/off control with the rest of the...
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    adding doors to steel racks

    Get something like this http://www.leevalley.com/en/wood/page.aspx?p=66804&cat=1,43456,43407&ap=1 Then you can get this https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/p.36x24-sheet-metal-26g-galvanized.1000126781.html Make a seam around each edge to give it rigidity and mount with piano hinges; secure piano...
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    Running wire off an existing outlet to add additonal outlet in garage

    I would suggest a low voltage transformer powered by the light switch, then feed to low voltage LED.
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    Too many screwdrivers.

    I didn't see any ballpoint; particularly Bondhus.
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    Ideas for stadium seat legs

    Weld up a base as mentioned; put a clear coat over a red rust colored primer, with a blotchy paint job to match the seats. Clear coat existing seat finish. Sort of a preservation.
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    Anyone else made a bug screen for 2 car garage that is moveable?

    One possibility would be to buy or build a lattice the size of the opening and put screen over that. The lattice would provide support for the screen. Maybe put compressible foam around the contact edge for snug fit.
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    Need help drilling deadbolt lock hole

    Sometime ago, a client needed a deadbolt in a residential steel-skinned door which was not intended to have a deadbolt, so no blocking. I made a jig with hardwood and was able to drill it out for him; there was maybe 1/16 inch wood left on each side of the of the stile. Not really effective...
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    Concrete Slab Can anyone explain this?

    My first thought was that the heat generated by the curing perhaps wore material off the wheels, but then I found this: http://www.concreteconstruction.net/how-to/construction/curing-concrete-in-hot-weather_o
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