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« on: April 03, 2017, 07:53:10 PM »
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« on: March 31, 2017, 12:14:29 AM »
I filled the freezer with some meats 
4 corned beefs $2 a pound
3 St. Louis style racks of ribs $7 each
3 baby back ribs $7 each
9 pound brisket $14
10 pound pork shoulder $18
Going to need some of your guys to post some dry rubs for the ribs here next week.
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Solid pick up 
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« on: March 31, 2017, 12:05:02 AM »
I can cut through the plate if I need to for beveled cuts, but in truth I've never use that functionality.
I put a 50 tooth combination Diablo blade on my table saw and it's money... the diablos are great value
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« on: March 30, 2017, 11:17:19 PM »
One little shop project today, weather was so nice I tried to take advantage of it and work outside. But, today I put a decent blade on my miter saw, Diablo thin kerf 60 tooth. And, fabbed a zero clearance plate as well. Lots of detail you can't see. Had to rabbet the underside edges, and routed out recesses for various things underneath, since I made it out of 3/4" ply  See the difference, the red inserts were factory, and flimsy plastic at that  For those who have no idea why you'd want zero-clearance inserts, this way the workpiece is supported right up to the cut line, so you get less tear out. Really only matters for precision cuts... could care less for framing material Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 30, 2017, 11:09:48 PM »
Spent the better part of today working on an addition to our retaining wall. This is going to be the area of our dog kennel, which will have a dog door to the garage, where there will be a small fenced area inside as well. Took my time and carefully thought everything out, since the new wall is going to tie into the existing. So working backwards to establish depth for the 6+ inches of gravel base     The whole property is getting fenced first week in May, with a steel gate across the shop driveway, so this project is a prerequisite so they can install the fence just inside the new blocks. Would have made much more progress, but need to go get blocks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 30, 2017, 10:48:16 PM »
Jealous. I would love to have one of those, but my Grampas 3032e is an hour away, and free to use whenever I want.
Nice machine!
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« on: March 30, 2017, 11:58:25 AM »
It's kind of a mess right now, as I'm in a state of flux with a lot of my tools living up in the garage until everything gets moved down to the shop.
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« on: March 29, 2017, 08:04:27 PM »
Good work everywhere!
I can't decide if I like the drill press table or the racks for the clamps more at this point. Both are pretty cool!
Lots more projects like that in the works.... Dedicated miter saw station, cordless drill rack and charging station, finish nailer rack, etc... Stay tuned! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 29, 2017, 08:02:50 PM »
Thanks dawg. What model number?
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« on: March 29, 2017, 03:58:09 PM »
Weight was a big factor, the Ridgid has a Mg bell housing so it's light... needed to shoot short 2" nails well as well as full size sinkers, since i use 2" galvy ring shanks for fencing. Ridgid does both really well. Feels great in the hand, has a nice rafter hook that you can loop on your bags too if on a ladder or whatever. The depth adjustment is super slick too, very easy even with gloves on. Got great reviews online as well from pros. This is the 'new' Ridgid. The previous model did have issues feeding short nails, so stay away from that one. It came down to this one and a Hitachi, which is kind of the standard around here. Every framing crew you see will be running Hitachi.
And the kicker was the LSA (lifetime service agreement), which beyond the mfg warranty will cover failure outside of abuse.
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« on: March 29, 2017, 03:21:54 PM »
It's a long story, and don't really want to get into the details, but i got a little bit of excess spending money for the shop. Nobody died, don't worry 
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« on: March 29, 2017, 03:06:40 PM »
You are splurging! Any rigid 12v stuff?
Nope, all of my cordless stuff is DeWalt
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« on: March 29, 2017, 03:05:51 PM »
Here's a couple more pics. I ended up trimming out the output hole. I had kind of buggered it up with the jigsaw when I cut it out, so I covered it up  And here's a couple pics with the filters in   I still have to sand it and put a finish on, but its operational now Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 29, 2017, 03:02:15 PM »
Splurged also an got a nice Forstner bit set from Rockler for the drill press  And also a new Dremel, since my previous chinaman WEN p.o.s. crapped out mid project  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 29, 2017, 03:00:27 PM »
We wanted to declutter the garage a little, and also get the "trailer stuff" closer to the trailer, so I insulated and sheeted this section and then built some shelves. This stuff is used for camping, tailgating, etc, so it made sense to have it so close to the RV  And here's my wood storage for now. All of this will get used in the coming month or so for various projects  New tools!! My framing nailer went bad, so I splurged and picked up this new Ridgid  And also a new Brad nailer  And shoot, why not a new palm router  The Ridgid lifetime service agreement is why I have been choosing Ridgid tools in addition to my normal DeWalt fanboy bias, and it helps that most of these that I've purchased have been on sale Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 29, 2017, 02:54:01 PM »
I got it from a local HVAC guy who salvages them off of busted gas furnaces... i cleaned it up, that's why it looks so spiffy 
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« on: March 29, 2017, 02:10:23 PM »
From my other thread, here's the table saw I picked up recently. It's the hybrid by Ridgid. Pretty happy with it so far  I got a whole bunch of new tools that I'll try and share some pics of also. Heck maybe I'll go snap some pics now! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 29, 2017, 02:08:18 PM »
You guys are always welcome!
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« on: March 29, 2017, 02:06:41 PM »
So i'm starting to tool my shop. Predominantly woodworking, but I have also inherited a oxy/acetalyne torch and a Lincoln tombstone welder that i'll have setup at some point. Got this drill press from my dad, i think i posted elsewhere where i cleaned it up. I built this stand for it on casters. You'll find that one of the themes for the woodshop and things i build as far as organization/carts/etc... i don't want to see any fasteners. So i'll be using more half-lap joinery, mortise and tenon, dados, etc. And pocket-holes if i need to use screws. Here's the stand for the drill press      Also picked up this Dust Collector. Will ultimately build a 2-stage cyclone setup, but this is a 2HP, 1700 CFM unit from Grizzly. Runs on 220, so i'm wiring up the shop with 220 plugs here and there to future proof for 'bigger' tools as well (planer/jointer/table saw/etc).  Also picked up insulation and sheeting for the double bay. This will go up as soon as wiring is done, next couple weeks.   Next, I built some clamp racks for my growing collection of Bessey clamps. First i started by laminating some 3/4 AC ply  Then i cut grooves for the bars. Did this by drilling holes on the drill press, then hogging out the material with the table saw  Used some scrap material to create this for Quick Clamps and spring clamps  Here they are together. Once the walls are insulated and sheeted, i'll probably put these on french cleats on this wall so they're more modular, and moveable  Lots more coming up!
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« on: March 29, 2017, 01:51:36 PM »
Going to start an exclusively shop related thread. Lots going on down there now, so figured what the heck. Here goes!
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« on: March 29, 2017, 01:44:26 PM »
Thanks! Will be mounted in the next couple weeks after the walls are insulated and sheeted. I have the insulation and sheeting already, just need to finish up some wiring.
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« on: March 29, 2017, 01:32:28 PM »
Nice lookin machine there... 8" is burly
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« on: March 29, 2017, 01:29:06 PM »
 I like the look!
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« on: March 29, 2017, 01:28:01 PM »
My '89 would do that. Something in the fuel injection system... some part would freeze or something if i remember correctly. Ken can prob chime in with better info
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« on: March 29, 2017, 01:20:38 PM »
Well, finally got this done. Opted to go with a furnace squirrel cage style blower, and glad I did. It is very quiet, and this sucker moves some serious air. It's a 4 speed, but I'm only using 2. Using a single pole switch for on/off, and a 3 way switch to control high/low. I definitely recommend this route for anybody thinking of a similar solution. This is a 3 ton blower, so roughly 1200 CFM on high. I'm using 20x20x2 MERV 13 furnace filters, which is what the house uses, btw    https://youtu.be/KBD1pFADh6USent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 19, 2017, 07:27:00 PM »
I think it sounds ridiculous...
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« on: March 19, 2017, 07:25:01 PM »
Sweet truck! My first truck was a blue '89 regular cab 4x4, manual trans. Kept it stock except for exhaust and tint, but i loved that truck. Always wished it was ext cab though...
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« on: March 10, 2017, 06:18:05 PM »
X300
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« on: March 10, 2017, 03:39:45 PM »
That reminds me I need to get mine done too. Got a John Deere x300 with 480 hours at an auction. The buy of the day. Until i found out the hydrostat was shot. Turns out its a common problem on these.
That that's the K46? That's what mine has i think...
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« on: March 06, 2017, 02:20:53 PM »
Heck, I just get a carving knife from the dollar store and sharpen it.
I do like the board idea though. Keeps the cut straight and should be 1 cut.
Yep, just used a random door hinge and some scrap plywood. Will compress the batt and will be one swipe with the knife and viola Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 06, 2017, 02:19:35 PM »
why batt insulation kyle and not spray in?
Cost, and also flexibility to run further electrical and plumbing in the stud bays later. And I can easily install fiberglass myself Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 06, 2017, 01:53:47 AM »
Nah I used a circ saw to cut the slot. Good point on dulling the blade. Maybe I'll just the standard utility knife
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« on: March 05, 2017, 10:30:17 PM »
Going to use it for insulation. Will compress the batt, then use the slot to cut it straight ;)
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« on: March 05, 2017, 07:59:24 PM »
Nope, but you're on the right track with the cutting. With this...  And I have to tell you this thing is legit. Would recommend to everyone to have in your tool belt. The morakniv carpentry chisel/knife Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: March 05, 2017, 07:36:15 PM »
Gold star to the first person who can guess what this jig I built is for  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: February 26, 2017, 10:11:26 PM »
Good suggestion. I took a look at it and it was a little dry and brittle
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« on: February 26, 2017, 09:58:12 PM »
Gave new life today to an old drill press my dad gave me. It was pretty rusty and dirty. Took it all apart, cleaned off all the gunk, and sanded off the rust. The post, table, chuck, and base were really rusty. Got it all cleaned up and coated the table with paste wax, and the other metal parts with some oil. Turned out pretty good for a couple hours work.    Already started building a mobile cart for it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: February 12, 2017, 07:46:20 PM »
The other reel came in from back order, got it up today. Good Lord it's a good thing I didn't choose plumbing as a profession. Using pipe dope, and checking for leaks with soapy water I still have a tiny leak at one threaded joint. I've redone the dang fittings once, gonna stay this way.  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: February 12, 2017, 06:13:27 PM »
Bought this new shop vac too. This thing is a beast, and surprisingly quiet  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: February 12, 2017, 06:12:26 PM »
Charles, the table is 40x27". The whole thing w/ rails is 57x32".
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« on: February 10, 2017, 11:25:01 PM »
The graphite powder? I considered that, but most of the stuff I read said people have been using paste wax for ages. I might try the dry film on the rails next time if they get sticky again
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« on: February 09, 2017, 10:35:21 PM »
I don't remember, I'll have to snap some measurements tomorrow
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« on: February 09, 2017, 10:16:24 PM »
I also waxed the table and the fence rails with Johnson's paste wax and the fence slides realllly nicely now.
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« on: February 09, 2017, 10:15:09 PM »
Picked up a new table saw. Wanted to get a full size, yet mobile machine, so I focused in on hybrid saws. Narrowed down to the Ridgid, and was able to use a coupon to get a good deal. Got it put together and dialed in, but my zero-clearance throat plate I picked up isn't fitting properly. I did throw a diablo 50 tooth thin-kerf combination blade on it, since most of the time stock blades suck. Will do more of a review once I get some time. Made a couple quick cuts for fun and it cuts real nice on some scrap 1/2" CDX.  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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« on: January 29, 2017, 09:16:15 PM »
Installed under cabinet lights in the kitchen for my wife. It was her birthday present
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« on: January 25, 2017, 01:46:03 PM »
No leaks here, but I don't leave it pressurized 24/7 either
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« on: January 24, 2017, 07:50:02 PM »
26', oddly
I will have a 100' 3/8 line on a reel at the front of the shop.
The overhead reel will almost exclusively be for Brad, pin, finish nailers, staplers, and my spray gun for cleaning things
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« on: January 24, 2017, 06:32:24 PM »
Right on ;)
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« on: January 24, 2017, 02:48:42 PM »
I had considered that too, but to me it was all about size. I wanted to get as small and light as possible. Even the 20v new driver is 1lb heavier than the 12v version... believe me, I tried to justify bumping up to the new 20v, but I just couldn't do it. My 18v XRPs are still going strong.
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