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JR · « **Reply #600 on:** December 15, 2016, 10:07:02 PM »

Cool garage. What is that a 10ft ceiling with 8ft door?

I like those ends. I use 90* all over but haven't an add on like those.

Been working on the stairs a little putting radius corners on the doorway and head banging spot. Muding too.

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #601 on:** December 15, 2016, 10:16:58 PM »

Ha. Saw that post about my cousin at HD. Makes me glad I went with 20s and not 24s. I have the same kit Kyle. Only advice is to make sure you don't have any dips in the runs where water could collect. Should always slope to a manifold so you can drain water from the little valve on the outlet.

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Bob Smith · « **Reply #602 on:** December 15, 2016, 10:33:04 PM »

I think the air passing over any water collection point would move the water to the valve and drain out whenever he opens the drain valve and pressure cleans it out.

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #603 on:** December 15, 2016, 10:44:10 PM »

Quote from: JR on December 15, 2016, 10:07:02 PM

Cool garage. What is that a 10ft ceiling with 8ft door?

9' ceiling, 8' door. Would have been taller if not for the loft. But I like it just how it is!

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JR · « **Reply #604 on:** December 15, 2016, 10:50:13 PM »

What is HD?

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #605 on:** December 15, 2016, 10:51:11 PM »

HD = Home Depot

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JR · « **Reply #606 on:** December 15, 2016, 11:08:12 PM »

:-[ thought it was a forum,,,,,,,

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #607 on:** December 16, 2016, 05:52:30 PM »

As is typically the case, took longer to do what I wanted. But alas, today's progress

First, had to put box extenders on all the ceiling boxes, as they were set for 1/2" Sheetrock and 5/8 is what I used. After that, ran string lines to get a line for the lights. Finished shortening the plugs too. Got 2 of the 3 rows done. Going to be plenty of light that's for dang sure

It was definitely worth it taking the time to shorten the plugs. Looks much cleaner without the 5' cord coiled up there

Could have finished but wifey is taking me somewhere for the weekend for my birthday. Up in the mountains, cabin with a wood stove and a hot tub. Woot woot

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stlaser · « **Reply #608 on:** December 16, 2016, 06:25:03 PM »

Nice, btw never too much lighting......

Well, I take that back. Ashley and his trucks remind me of baja racing setups and that's just silly but again different kind of lighting!

JR · « **Reply #609 on:** December 16, 2016, 07:43:12 PM »

Looks good, are they LED? I have been looking at flat panel for upstairs.

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #610 on:** December 16, 2016, 09:01:28 PM »

Yes they are LED

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Flyin6 · « **Reply #611 on:** December 16, 2016, 09:27:37 PM »

Too much progress...too quickly

Slow it down would ya? ;-)

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #612 on:** December 16, 2016, 09:30:13 PM »

Quote from: Flyin6 on December 16, 2016, 09:27:37 PM

Too much progress...too quickly

Slow it down would ya? ;-)

Roger that.

Up in the hills. Sitting next to a nice warm stove

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Flyin6 · « **Reply #613 on:** December 16, 2016, 09:38:45 PM »

^^^^^ Now that looks right!

JR · « **Reply #614 on:** December 16, 2016, 10:03:11 PM »

Now that is how a "REAL MAN" relaxes. (less shoes)

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #615 on:** December 16, 2016, 10:03:49 PM »

They're cabelas slippers haha

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Bob Smith · « **Reply #616 on:** December 16, 2016, 10:28:59 PM »

Just enjoy the Birthday gift and let the comments roll off.

JR · « **Reply #617 on:** December 16, 2016, 10:30:01 PM »

OK, those will pass.

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #618 on:** December 16, 2016, 10:30:43 PM »

Amen to that!

Signing off brethren

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Dawg25385 · « **Reply #619 on:** December 19, 2016, 01:44:24 PM »

Lighting project, done.

And holy smokes it's plenty of light. Dare I say too much..... no, I shall not.

At night, walking in from the dark, and flipping the switch... better have your eyes closed and let them adjust slowly LOL

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moto123 · « **Reply #620 on:** December 19, 2016, 02:07:22 PM »

That looks great! It will only seem like too much light until your first oil change. Then, when waiting for your eyes to adjust to the darkness beneath your truck to find the drain plug, you will be happy that you have just enough light so you didn't need to bother with a flash light. :)

JR · « **Reply #621 on:** December 19, 2016, 02:57:24 PM »

Do you have them off diff circuts? Never to much light though when working (love LED) but do you need it all, all the time?

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #622 on:** December 19, 2016, 02:58:30 PM »

They're all on one switched circuit, but each light has a switch on it so I can turn lights off individually if I want to

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rpar86 · « **Reply #623 on:** December 19, 2016, 04:42:45 PM »

What are the yellow tags hanging off the bottom chord of the trusses above the camper? Manufacturer spec tags?

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #624 on:** December 19, 2016, 04:45:15 PM »

Yeah, those are just tags from the truss co. They'll get covered eventually when I rock that side

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JR · « **Reply #625 on:** December 19, 2016, 04:56:12 PM »

With it being open can you change some wiring?

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #626 on:** December 19, 2016, 04:57:29 PM »

Quote from: JR on December 19, 2016, 04:56:12 PM

With it being open can you change some wiring?

I could... but I've thought it through and wouldn't change anything I've done. Will add some other circuits later tho

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Dawg25385 · « **Reply #627 on:** December 28, 2016, 10:18:25 PM »

Finished putting the blocks together, local hardware store finally got some reduction bushings back in stock. Got this spray nozzle too

Some other misc stuff:

Repurposed this old leaky bucket as my new wood cutting kit. Bar oil, chaps, tools, chains, etc

Few Christmas presents, got these sweet new clamps

A roller stool

Some other cool stuff. Dustpan, heavy duty scissors, boot brush cleaner thing, and a Kreg jig

Finally, my new saw. Can't wait to give it a go

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rpar86 · « **Reply #628 on:** December 28, 2016, 10:50:15 PM »

You'll love that kreg jig if you plan to dabble in making some furniture or cabinet boxes. :)

Sammconn · « **Reply #629 on:** December 28, 2016, 11:21:34 PM »

Quote from: rpar86 on December 28, 2016, 10:50:15 PM

You'll love that kreg jig if you plan to dabble in making some furniture or cabinet boxes. :)

For sure! And then you'll be looking at the bigger kits, and clamps, and...
I have a bunch and it's nice stuff to work with. Just 40 bucks you to death. Lol.

JR · « **Reply #630 on:** December 28, 2016, 11:38:14 PM »

I like the bucket. Have a few of those "leaky" buckets too and even a new tool holder for it.

Worm drive saw, very nice. Do I see ammo boxes?

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #631 on:** December 28, 2016, 11:44:36 PM »

Yeah, I haven't moved them inside yet

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Flyin6 · « **Reply #632 on:** December 29, 2016, 09:13:10 AM »

Sweet saw...Now I wish I had never looked at that pic!

I like everything I'm seeing in this showcase home you are constructin' there in the upper left corner!

That air gun... Love that one. Was the only one I could successfully stuff down my collar to push air under my shirt on my back for getting those pesky fiberglass fibers that get to collectin' there

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #633 on:** December 29, 2016, 10:49:01 AM »

Thanks, yeah the saw is the new mag lightweight. It's 4 lbs lighter than a normal mag77 worm drive

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Wilbur · « **Reply #634 on:** December 29, 2016, 11:34:33 AM »

Those worm drives kick a** for sure.

EL TATE · « **Reply #635 on:** December 29, 2016, 11:46:44 AM »

now Don, you wouldn't want to encourage any lurking "snowflakes" out there to use compressed air to clean their clothing would you? That's a workplace hazard!

lookin really good there Kyle. might have to stop by and borrow a few things...

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #636 on:** December 29, 2016, 12:33:52 PM »

Come on down any time Tate!

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stlaser · « **Reply #637 on:** December 29, 2016, 01:12:09 PM »

Bucket is a very good idea, I always tried to cram everything in the saw cases but I think your way is much better.

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #638 on:** December 29, 2016, 01:15:17 PM »

I was using a cardboard box before this lol. My ole man uses a milk crate. I like the pockets on this. I crammed a bunch of disposable ear plugs in there, an old pair of channel locks, my files and bar wrench, stuff like that.

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JR · « **Reply #639 on:** December 29, 2016, 01:50:36 PM »

I have milk crates all over the garage. Most sit on a HF furniture roller (perfect fit). Stack em 3 high.

After you lugs are done working, spray compressed air into your shoes/boots (doesn't work on mandles Don) and you feet will feel better when you take em off.

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #640 on:** December 29, 2016, 01:57:46 PM »

I used to spray air into my boots all the time when I worked summers at a fast lube in high school and college!

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BobbyB · « **Reply #641 on:** December 29, 2016, 03:48:11 PM »

Quote from: EL TATE on December 29, 2016, 11:46:44 AM

now Don, you wouldn't want to encourage any lurking "snowflakes" out there to use compressed air to clean their clothing would you? That's a workplace hazard!

lookin really good there Kyle. might have to stop by and borrow a few things...

Unless it's lowered to 30 psi and is dead ended....

I hate you for making me think of work stuff when I'm at home.

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #642 on:** December 29, 2016, 03:54:50 PM »

I have a story to tell as well, not sure if I should here and DOT further my own thread or not. Heck, might as well...........

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Dawg25385 · « **Reply #643 on:** December 30, 2016, 02:42:33 PM »

Quote from: Dawg25385 on December 29, 2016, 03:54:50 PM

I have a story to tell as well, not sure if I should here and DOT further my own thread or not. Heck, might as well...........

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***Merged to heirloom gun discussion into the topic on the firearms board***

Bob Smith · « **Reply #644 on:** December 30, 2016, 03:42:31 PM »

Well now, that is one way of un DOT'ing a thread.

Flyin6 · « **Reply #645 on:** December 30, 2016, 07:52:58 PM »

Quote from: Bob/OlallaWa on December 30, 2016, 03:42:31 PM

Well now, that is one way of un DOT'ing a thread.

I'd like to "Un-DOT" some threads around here!

Bob Smith · « **Reply #646 on:** December 30, 2016, 08:02:56 PM »

I do believe you have that power if you dared to use it.....

Dawg25385 · « **Reply #647 on:** December 30, 2016, 08:05:50 PM »

Realllllll easy to do as an admin or mod LOL

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Flyin6 · « **Reply #648 on:** December 30, 2016, 08:06:41 PM »

Quote from: Bob/OlallaWa on December 30, 2016, 08:02:56 PM

I do believe you have that power if you dared to use it.....

I might, but I wouldn't know where to start.

The way I see it I have one of two choices

1. Toss a Willie-Pete grenade in it and start over

2. Leave it in the current as-is mess, and roll with it.

Bob Smith · « **Reply #649 on:** December 30, 2016, 08:47:18 PM »

I think you need to just roll along.. So far it is working well