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    Where to mount your hose reel

    I have several Graco hose reels - I started my engineering career there and ended up with a few before I left. Side note: That place was an awesome place to work. 3 shops outfitted with them, and I can say, the best move in my opinion is to locate near an overhead door. If you have multiples...
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    How did you choose your "battery platform"?

    When I saw 75% of contractors in residential and commercial applications slinging Milwaukee it was an easy call for me. Plus the market saturation of M18 tools allows me to score some craigslist/etc deals and gives me comfort in long term support.
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    Harbor Freight Coupon Thread

    Im looking to pickup the earthquake 1/2" impact. On sale right now for 99.99. Is this as good as it gets? Looks the like the 20% coupons cannot be used on earthquake stuff.
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    Why you don't let friends borrow tools

    I loan tools to my friends, but they usually come back in better shape.. full of gas, oil change, some surface rust buffed out etc.. I have no problem with tools to friends, but family is a different story.. no dice there. Although, we have a small tradition going for some tools.. goes a...
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    Die Filer up for grabs (minneapolis area)

    Spoken for, Pending Pick Up
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    Die Filer up for grabs (minneapolis area)

    Sounds good. If I do not get any hits locally I will get in touch to discuss shipping.
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    Die Filer up for grabs (minneapolis area)

    An old friend retired and is moving from MN to AZ. He had quite a load of old tools that he couldn't take along and a die filer was one of the left behind tools. I have no use, and cannot think of a future use. I would hate to see another old piece of machinery go to the scrap yard. It works...
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    Nice craftsman tool box, 30" long

    Good idea on the ammo box. I need to see if I can find one big enough.
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    Nice craftsman tool box, 30" long

    I am in Minnesota. I dont care about the brand. As long as its roughly 30" long and in usable shape. I want a one piece lid to. I figured the guy getting the nice box could pay for shipping :) I really just need a solid box to mount on a tractor and dont want the "Tool Gods" to strike down with...
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    Nice craftsman tool box, 30" long

    Yep. Don't they all?
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    Nice craftsman tool box, 30" long

    Hey guys, semi-weird post here. I am not a big fan of the carry style tool boxes, they work well, but I prefer tool bags. I ran across a nice old craftsman and knowing that there are people out there that like these things I figured it would be best to share before it was put to use (and...
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    The VISES of Garage Journal

    My beer holders... I have been collecting them for a while. I am finishing up my e-tank setup so I can start the restoration process. There is a 5th little guy in the background..
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    How far is your walk? aka distance shop to house

    I have a three stall at home, ~ 35 feet. The real shop is on my farm, 232,320 ft.
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    Heavy degreasing cabinets

    I use "Super Clean Foaming Degreaser". Comes in a purple spray bottle. My local O'Reillys carries it. I have used it on several greased up tool boxes, small engines, 2-stroke residue on snowmobile belly pans etc and I am happy with it every time. I even use it in the kitchen when oil or grease...
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    Harbor Freight Coupon Thread

    Not really a coupon, but the HF in Minneapolis has (at least they did yesterday) a side cabinet (#68785) for the 42" box with some damage, all cosmetic. They had a handwritten tag for $99. Clerk told me they would probably deal on the price. I dont have the space, otherwise I would have bought...
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    Harbor Freight Coupon Thread

    I am looking to buy the & drawer End Cabinet, item 68785. It is on sale right now for $199.99. Does anyone have any coupons? Does it ever go on sale for less that $199.99? Clint
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    Above ground pool on deck?

    second vote for photos!
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    Garage AC calculation help

    Thats what I was thinking.. No matter what the 18000 btu will cool it down, and if it has to run a lot it will be dryer and feel cooler - no matter what it will be a huge improvement over nothing.. guess im going to lowes over lunch..
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    Garage AC calculation help

    Hello, I am not too schooled in heat/cooling calculation and I am hoping to buy an AC today and get it installed. I tried using some online calculators but had no luck. So I figured I would ask the forum and see if someone can give me a quick answer. Located in southern MN. The shop is 46.5’...
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    Enco Drill Press belt question

    PT Doc - you are right the casting is the same on many other tools, Buffalo and Cummins brands come to mind - basically any of the importers from the 1980-90s. The problem is the motor (base to center of rotor) and pulley diameters differ slightly. I will work on uploading some pictures. I...
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