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751
« on: December 26, 2018, 10:11:04 PM »
Looks like they are all from Rollin Holy Art n Fab. He’s got some pretty cool stuff out there
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752
« on: December 25, 2018, 04:14:40 PM »
Merry Christmas to all. Family came and went, now I’m just sitting down with some hot mulled cider and a new book my wife thought I might like.  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
753
« on: December 24, 2018, 08:09:49 PM »
Thanks for your service Don and everyone else who served, as well as everyone who supports our military.
06 was when I was bouncing around for a little bit Afghanistan setting up NATO comms. Maybe I saw you in line for Tim hortons in Kandahar while watching th Canadians on their hockey rink. That was the darnedest thing to see.
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754
« on: December 22, 2018, 11:21:58 PM »
Pants size or garage?
My garage is 60x160 at the widest and longest points. Plenty of space to collect the stuff we would have given away or thrown away before. Actually it is a wonderful blessing as, even with the cars tractors, and assorted tools and projects, there is still space for the kids to ride their bikes when it’s nasty outside.
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755
« on: December 21, 2018, 12:01:47 PM »
Sorry to hear about your freezer woes. Did you just seal it up and cart it to the dump? Or did you need to unload everything to get it out of the house? That’s what kids are for.
Our freezer never stays closed long enough that it would go unnoticed.
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756
« on: December 20, 2018, 12:22:11 PM »
Dang Dave, 4 years?
The guest house came with the new (to us) house when we bought last year. It wasn’t a priority to get it set up until my father in-law said he was coming into town for Christmas. At least there were no real electrical issues..,,except for the messy breaker box. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
757
« on: December 20, 2018, 09:04:57 AM »
Installed a new water heater in the guest house. When I got the water turned on(hadn’t been on in about four years) there were a few minor leaks. Water heater didn’t work, dishwasher had sprung a leak(most likely due to the pump or valve having water in it and freezing) and the kitchen sprayer head was cracked. All in all, not too bad.
Today I get the new mini split unit delivered and will see about getting it installed. Pics to follow.
Just in time for guests, they should arrive today.
758
« on: December 17, 2018, 12:14:25 PM »
Nice looking tow vehicle.
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759
« on: December 14, 2018, 10:25:46 PM »
I can’t believe you are disparaging the men and women of the United States Air Force.
I got a medal for doing that PT!!!!!
:)
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760
« on: December 13, 2018, 10:13:19 PM »
He was going to use that as a megaphone next time he has to scream at the sky.
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761
« on: December 12, 2018, 08:59:29 PM »
Welcome to the crazy train. The conductor will be along to collect your ticket shortly.
What region of the US are you in?
Oh, and since you are a knife maker, can you look at Ken’s thread and make fun of him? I can’t because I couldn’t do anywhere near that good.
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762
« on: December 11, 2018, 07:59:53 PM »
Nice swag!!
I am now good with headroom(nothing a sawzall couldn’t fix) as for egress, there’s windows. :). I plan to build permanent stairs that will be 42 or 48 wide, but I got tired of watching the kids (and my wife and I) scurrying up and down folding attic stairs.
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763
« on: December 11, 2018, 11:25:00 AM »
No, I only have a little over four feet. and when I open up the ceiling(already planned), I didn’t think of the fact there would only be about 12 inches left of the floor above to the side of the stairs. Too much temptation for kids to climb around up there. I’ll just push the stairs all the way to the wall, less places to fall too for the little ones.
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764
« on: December 11, 2018, 08:35:42 AM »
I think the isssue is it’s to nice here to just leave. I mean kicking and screaming will only make it worse don.
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Too nice, or the only place we really fit in in this crazy world? Don’t fire me boss! I’ll behave......maybe Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
765
« on: December 11, 2018, 08:23:42 AM »
That's all I got through today
I would have had the exhaust off, but monkeying with that spare tire took a bunch of time up. Stay tuned...
So you’re saying your spare tire was getting in your way? Sounds like time for a new exercise program. :) Let me know if you need someone to throw headers at, or someone to take pictures as you’re dropping exhaust parts on your head. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
766
« on: December 11, 2018, 08:21:53 AM »
While making better of a bad situation my wife suggested that we take some of the “junk” cabinet doors left over from the wrong size cabinets and make some nice magnet boards. Got some scrap from my sheet metal hvac guy and used his press brake and cut em out, siliconed them in and used some little picture frame clips to hold it in place.
Turned out rather nice if I don’t say so myself.
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Those turned out real nice. When are you opening your Etsy shop or your Pinterest board with instructions? ;) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
767
« on: December 11, 2018, 08:20:32 AM »
Built a set of stairs for the loft area. Before the only access was up a set of attic stairs. These are only temporary, we are going to redo this area into a bathroom and put in some easy low angle stairs. But this was only about $100 and it is easy enough for the kids to get up and down safely.
It was my first attempt at stairs and they turned out nice and sturdy.
 
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We’ll, I’m going to be rebuilding these stairs already. After looking at it and the way I was going to open the ceiling up for headroom, it makes more sense to make them wider and open the ceiling up more. So I’ll be disassembling them and rebuilding. They are currently 30 inches wide and they will be going to 42 inches. I’ll cut another stringer for the middle and new treads and risers. We’ll see how it all goes. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
768
« on: December 10, 2018, 09:27:32 PM »
Things got dicey when I tried my best to lower the spare tire the normal way. Something wasn't meshing and I never got the tire winch to move! I ended up cutting the tire retainer off and just dropped the tire
They never function properly on those GM’s, I believe there is an official GM bulletin that in fact states you have to cut the retainer to use the spare. It’s really handy when your tire blows crossing the Ohio river on I75 north bound into Cinci, not that I have any experience with that... 
That’s not a good place to blow a tire anytime. The fact there is no where to pull over anywhere close is bad enough, the other irate idiot drivers make it even more dangerous. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
769
« on: December 07, 2018, 03:26:24 PM »
I’ve got the same engine in my 2004 Express if you want to send them down. I’ll try them out for you and see what they are like. :)
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770
« on: December 07, 2018, 12:38:48 PM »
Two, one for each stringer
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I thought of that after I clicked send. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
771
« on: December 07, 2018, 10:59:57 AM »
That’s kind of what I was thinking after I read your post early this morning. I’ll pick one up today and glue and screw it on.
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772
« on: December 07, 2018, 04:50:36 AM »
I’m assuming you mean spanning the entire length? For added strength? I did not. It is an 8 foot span, roughly a 2x6 of uncut stringer, SYP #1. I didn’t think it was needed, but If you think it’s needed, I’ll add it. You’ve got a lot more experience with this than me.
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773
« on: December 06, 2018, 10:55:08 PM »
Built a set of stairs for the loft area. Before the only access was up a set of attic stairs. These are only temporary, we are going to redo this area into a bathroom and put in some easy low angle stairs. But this was only about $100 and it is easy enough for the kids to get up and down safely. It was my first attempt at stairs and they turned out nice and sturdy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
774
« on: December 03, 2018, 09:11:08 PM »
At least, after all, each Air Force hooch has to have a couple each. ;)
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775
« on: December 03, 2018, 12:36:06 PM »
I decided to order one of these for an early Christmas present for myself. I’ve been wanting one for a while and was originally looking at the Flir One for the iPhone. I decided on the Seek compact as it was over $100 less, and it has a higher thermal sensor resolution(206x156 vs 80x60or 160x120). I plan to use it for home improvements(insulation validation, air infiltration...) and for outdoors fun(watching the deer at night and chasing kids around).  It was well packaged and in perfect condition.   It comes with a waterproof carry case for when it is not in use as can be seen in the picture. I played with it a little bit after unboxing. I can tell you one thing so far, it greatly speeds battery drain on your phone. That is one downside of the Seek vs the Flir. Flir Pro has an internal battery which would definitely be handy if you are planning long thermal imaging sessions. However, as this is my first foray into thermal optics, I chose to go the parasitic power route and just plan to keep my Phone’s battery charged up before use. Here is a picture of my kids using the computers for schoolwork. I’ll come back after some more use and update my review to give you more useful information. Let me know if you have any particular questions and I’ll do my best to answer them for you.  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
776
« on: December 03, 2018, 12:19:22 PM »
Now that you have mentioned it, I remember those were all over the place in Afghanistan. That would have answered my question without having to ask if I had remembered that.
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777
« on: December 03, 2018, 08:50:02 AM »
Don, I was just thinking(I know, scary stuff). What is your plan as far as power out scenario? Do you have a power backup connected to the outdoor furnace and indoor air handler?
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778
« on: December 03, 2018, 08:47:18 AM »
Based on those recommendations and the fact that I’m in the same area/climate zone as Duane, I’m going to say that they should handle heating my place in winter. I’m going to see what exactly I need. I’m In the process of seeing if the existing LP furnace/central air is worth saving, or do I replace with mini split. It would save me the $500 for filling the LP tanks.
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779
« on: December 02, 2018, 06:13:15 PM »
For some reason I can’t quite find as much time to get things done as you do.
Which mini split are you using? I might have to replace the unit in my little house(~1000sqft) but not sure it would work with our heating needs up here in KY.
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780
« on: November 29, 2018, 06:31:50 PM »
I want that, looks like I could even fit all the kids in there........or be able to effectively run away from them in comfort.
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781
« on: November 28, 2018, 03:34:10 PM »
I know it’s serious. I just can’t help using humor to hide my discomfort at times. I had a scare with possible testicular cancer, one of the longest weeks of my life before the surgery and biopsy.
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782
« on: November 28, 2018, 03:14:52 PM »
Every 2 years after 28!?!??? I’m 47, I hope I don’t have to get makeup exams.
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783
« on: November 25, 2018, 02:47:55 PM »
Now why would they think you would “go off”?
I mean, shooting a neighbors dog and all.....
;-)
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The funny part is, that was down at fort Campbell if I recall him telling the story. So I guess he uses it as part of his normal introduction to people. “Hi, I’m Don. Hope you aren’t stupid like my last neighbors, I had to shoot their dog”. Something like that. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
784
« on: November 23, 2018, 11:38:30 AM »
Pulled sweet potatoes from the dirt to make some food tomorrow!
Looks like Dave's electrical panel!
I’m getting that all cleaned up this weekend if I can find the time between a friends baptism and running the kids around the local tristate area. I’ll post an update when done. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
785
« on: November 23, 2018, 11:37:22 AM »
Dave do you have a local ground rod I assume? At the guest house I mean.
And I assume he didn’t bond the neutral and ground?
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Local ground rod outside the guest house. He did say unbonded when he was hooking it up. I’ve done some reading and I think I understand it to the point I need to. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
786
« on: November 21, 2018, 06:57:56 PM »
I’d be curious as to what he says too. the code can get so complicated that there are many arguments over simple stuff and each electrician does it slightly different
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So I have power to the guest house, he hooked it up with the cable that was already there. From what he said, the 2017 update doesn’t allow a common ground to sub panels from the main distribution. So he hooked up common neutral and two hots and now it is energized. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to get the box cleaned up, the ground bus bars were pretty oxidized and he was having trouble getting the screws broke loose. And of course the nearest location to buy new ones was Lowe’s 45 minutes away. I’ll clean it up next week, flip the big breaker in the garage and deenergize it to do the work and then turn it back on. Just for reference, I attached a picture of my main distribution panel in the garage.  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
787
« on: November 21, 2018, 07:39:34 AM »
Careful, Don is looking at your light bar, and the ground clearance and tires on your combine and he’s getting some scary ideas for the new Suburban of his.
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788
« on: November 20, 2018, 10:53:11 PM »
After doing some more reading, I might not be allowed by code to pull a separate neutral. I’ll see what my guy says tomorrow.
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789
« on: November 20, 2018, 10:51:13 PM »
I can confirm that it was moved......or stolen, it wasn’t in the same spot anymore last Friday.
Scratch that, nobody could have stolen it without a tow truck, owner must have moved it. :)
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790
« on: November 20, 2018, 10:17:43 PM »
And this is why I have an electrician coming by tomorrow. I’ll see what he has to say when he gets here. I’m fine with running additional circuits and such, never hooked up a sub panel before. Luckily I have conduit between the garage and this panel, so hopefully we can just pull another conductor for the neutral and call it good. This was supposedly installed to code when it was done, but who really knows at this point. He’s going to clean up the panel at the same time, so at least that will be done.
Thanks for the replies and pointers. Contrary to what Don thinks of us Air Force guys, we aren’t always the smartest guys in the room on every subject, just the smartest military guys in the room. ;)
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791
« on: November 20, 2018, 02:42:10 PM »
Well, it’s official, a couple of my in-laws are coming into town for a visit over Christmas. Now I have to get the little guest house fixed up enough for them to stay there instead of the main house. First order of operations is getting the electrical turned on. The power has been turned off for a while(since before I bought it). It has its own service from the local power coop(currently connected in the panel), but also has a 100 amp line from the garage to the panel which is disconnected(at bottom of panel in pic). I’m going to disconnect the public utility connection and reconnect the line from the garage, that way it is all on the same bill and I’m not hit with their minimum service fee of $19 a month. I’ll also probably clean up the electrical panel while I’m at it. Any of you think of a reason I might not want to do it this way?  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
792
« on: November 19, 2018, 11:30:38 AM »
Looks like he’s a happy dog, claimed his spot.
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793
« on: November 19, 2018, 11:16:58 AM »
A better view with a little more light.  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
794
« on: November 18, 2018, 09:44:47 PM »
Celebrated my 47th year on this beautiful planet. Gave myself a spotting scope to put on my desk for while I’m working. It’s a fairly inexpensive Barska 20-60x60. I also moved my desk to our sunroom that sits at the back of the house. I have about a 200yd view to the back woods. My wife told me to put the gun cabinet in there Incase I see a deer while I’m working I can just lean over, slide open the door and shoot. I like the way she thinks. :)  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
795
« on: November 18, 2018, 09:40:52 PM »
I’m just waiting to see what he does to the engine, I’m pretty sure it’s the same one I have in my 04 2500 Express. Of course I probably won’t be putting on the lift or the tires....plus mine has about 480k on it too.
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796
« on: November 18, 2018, 09:38:24 PM »
Sorry to hear about your loss, JR. praying for you and your family.
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797
« on: November 18, 2018, 12:12:30 AM »
Looks good. Congratulations on getting into the house.
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798
« on: November 16, 2018, 01:04:32 PM »
Living with first world problems. Home phone and internet went down yesterday morning at about 9AM. Come to find out that a train took out some low hanging lines due to icing from a storm that rolled through. Managed to find the break location and took some pics. Snapped a couple of telephone poles and broke the large aerial lines. It’s also affecting cell phone service, so we can’t even do much that way. Oh well, they say it should be restored by Saturday evening. I think it’s wishful thinking.  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
799
« on: November 09, 2018, 11:02:48 AM »
Can’t wait to see how this works out for you. Saw the “aux heat” indicator on the thermostat the other night. Think there might be an issue with that heat pump, the newer one didn’t seem to have any issues at the same time keeping up.
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800
« on: November 08, 2018, 10:24:18 AM »
You wouldn’t believe how many airmen I knew that would come up with “sprained” ankles around the time of the annual PT test. It was plain silly.
And now back to our regularly schedule program, “Don builds a better fireplace”
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