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I won't argue the particulars of sleeve vs. no sleeve. If you just need clearance for the clamp, I would chip enough concrete around the hole to allow the clamp to be inset into the wall. Adrien

Thanks for all of the responses! I could probably start a whole thread of "What's this for?" with everything I've been sorting through, haha. Adrien

Hey all, My Grandfather was an electrician and I inherited a lot of wire after he passed. I’ve been slowly going through all of it and used quite a bit for my shop wiring projects, mostly Romex and THHN/THWN. I’ve gotten in to the depths and found a few spools of this TWH wire. Not super...

Looks like DeWalt is coming out with something new. https://www.dewalt.com/product/dwst60510/toughsystem-20-dxl-5-1-tower?tid=577481 Adrien

When I built my house, I planned for jackshaft openers and had electrical ran to the right spots. They are quiet and do allow more overhead clearance. This is completely anecdotal, but I've never seen a chain drive type opener struggle getting a door closed and my jackshaft openers are very...

Under $20, multiple modes, magnetic and has a lanyard loop. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BJ26M1Y5/?tag=atomicindus08-20 Adrien

A little departure from what I typically see in this thread. Just picked up these Bluetooth Earmuffs from Klein. I was poking around doing some "research" on different brands and these checked a lot of boxes. Haven't had a chance to use them yet, but I plan on using them on the tractor and when...

My stuff is all over the place. Automotive type tools (impacts mostly) stay in my tool cart. Woodworking tools are stored randomly throughout the woodworking area in my shop. Lawn tools are mixed between the shop and the garage but will eventually all end up in the garden shed once I finish it...

Assuming it's all exposed and you ran pipe or armored cable you should be able to switch the box out pretty easily. Adrien

Did you use a regular two device box? You could use this box instead: https://www.homedepot.com/p/4-in-Steel-Square-Box-with-SV-Bracket-52151V1234-25R/202700913 Then you would use this style of faceplate...

In California we have owner-builder and homeowner exemptions. If the work requires a permit, you would be subject to inspection. Adrien

Not attic access? When I did my house, I installed the overpriced new construction brackets for the ceiling speakers so the drywallers would be forced to leave an opening. Hopefully you find a good solution! Adrien

I'm not hip on the red iron building industry these days, but back in 2011 when I built mine (link is in my sig, but unfortunately most of the pictures have left the chat) there was consideration around the bottom trim and type of slab you plan on pouring. I opted for a flat slab and paid extra...

I am also a Deep Creep fan....have you considered an induction heat gun? Adrien

The siding (vertical vs. horizontal) seems purely aesthetic to me. What's the advantage of 4' O.C. vs. 5' O.C.? More posts to attach stuff to? Adrien

I don't work in the trades, but I really like the J215-8CR's that I picked up. I think it really depends on the task at hand and/or your workflow. I recently finished running pipe and wiring UFO style LED's in my shop. All I was working with was #12 stranded and solid for this install, and I...

I recently finished installing High Bay UFO style lights inside of my shop. I would now like to install some lighting under the awning out front. My goal is to install something low profile, so the lights won't hang down and interfere with clearance. I've added a couple pics to show what I have...

I'm a little late to the party. I found out that Lowe's was bringing in Klein from this thread so I stopped by a couple weeks ago because I was also interested in the J215-8CR pliers that I didn't know about. Finally put them to use today wiring my shop. Absolutely love these pliers! Adrien

I also recommend this unit. It also has a force mode (a lot of these new "smart" chargers won't charge a completely dead battery) as well as settings for lead acid, AGM, lithium, etc. It even has a 12V accessory mode if you want to use it for bench testing. Adrien

Hmph, I didn't see that one on the site earlier when I was poking around. This thread got me looking for welding tool storage rather than a cart. I bought a MP Klutch machine for a steal from my neighbor, but the "cart" he got (that I don't see offered on the NT website anymore) is really just a...