- 21. [Shop-talk] High temp adhesives (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 16:17:58 -0700
- Wayne - I have not used it myself, but 3M Fire Block Sealant FB 136 might fit the bill. $5.97 in the caulk section at Home Depot and I'm sure many other places. You can read the spec sheet at 3M's we
- /html/shop-talk/2011-09/msg00103.html (9,124 bytes)
- 22. [Shop-talk] Removing bondo (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Wed, 19 Oct 2011 22:15:06 -0700
- Doug - A wire wheel in an angle grinder will make it all go away real fast. Do it outside when there is a breeze and wear a dust mask or respirator in addition to goggles. It will also save you havin
- /html/shop-talk/2011-10/msg00186.html (10,350 bytes)
- 23. [Shop-talk] Repairing a clasp--could be shop-related (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:41:42 -0700
- Scott - Check a bigger marketplace like Amazon for a replacement clasp. I searched for clasp then looked under sewing fasteners and found http://www.amazon.com/Latch-Clasp-Closure-Antique-Finish/dp/B
- /html/shop-talk/2011-10/msg00218.html (13,471 bytes)
- 24. [Shop-talk] OK my last question (well, for now) (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2011 21:45:51 -0800
- Eric - There are bathroom exhaust fans that have heaters built in. Since the heater is built in a bath fan, it is designed to be in a damp environment. The fans I put in a few years ago said to have
- /html/shop-talk/2011-11/msg00138.html (11,973 bytes)
- 25. [Shop-talk] Shop question (but wood working) (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Thu, 24 Nov 2011 10:18:21 -0800
- I second Peter's idea of the mortising chisel, especially if you don't need to go the full depth of the slot. Another option is a reciprocating saw with a blade that will not bottom out in the hole.
- /html/shop-talk/2011-11/msg00167.html (12,990 bytes)
- 26. [Shop-talk] MATH GURUS AND TRAILER BUILDERS (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:58:46 -0800
- John - Here is a low math method. Take a sheet of plywood or heavy cardboard and stick it under the front of the car against the wheels. Lift it against the front bumper/spoiler and prop it up. Measu
- /html/shop-talk/2011-11/msg00220.html (11,991 bytes)
- 27. [Shop-talk] Portable air tanks? - couplers - water (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Sat, 17 Dec 2011 17:21:37 -0800
- Mark - I also like the water quick disconnects. I put a shut off on the end of the hose before the coupler. Something like SKU 442559 or 573076 at http://www.homedepot.com The shutoff lets me change
- /html/shop-talk/2011-12/msg00216.html (9,979 bytes)
- 28. [Shop-talk] OT--car won't start (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:53:38 -0800
- Tim - I go along the thinking the battery may be done. Have you checked the battery water level if it isn't sealed? If you can see the top of the plates, it is likely done. Jiggle all the battery con
- /html/shop-talk/2011-12/msg00266.html (11,952 bytes)
- 29. [Shop-talk] Buying tires online (or is it Tyres?) (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Wed, 21 Dec 2011 12:17:55 -0800
- Local stores obviously vary with Discount Tire. After rebuilding the front suspension of my TR6, I went to Discount Tire for a full alignment and new tires. Despite having removed the clamps off the
- /html/shop-talk/2011-12/msg00273.html (12,813 bytes)
- 30. [Shop-talk] Air Compressors (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:26:38 -0800
- I have Husky Model VT6315 (the biggest one with wheels) and have no complaints. For a compressor, it isn't painfully loud, though is slightly smaller than the one you listed. I wanted wheels so I cou
- /html/shop-talk/2011-12/msg00291.html (13,003 bytes)
- 31. [Shop-talk] Tool APB: Rotating head pliers? (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:28:41 -0800
- For the future, if it is not a tight fit, another option is a drop of superglue on the end of a pencil eraser. Pull out the piece and snap it off the eraser. Just keep in mind that superglue will wic
- /html/shop-talk/2011-12/msg00317.html (13,749 bytes)
- 32. [Shop-talk] Light delay for shop entrance (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Fri, 02 Mar 2012 19:17:56 -0800
- Jeff - Others have provided some replacement timer switch links, but the ones I checked seem expensive. Here are a pair for under $20 that you can get off the shelf at the orange box Below are two sa
- /html/shop-talk/2012-03/msg00024.html (11,920 bytes)
- 33. [Shop-talk] Running power to the shop (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Thu, 08 Mar 2012 19:50:57 -0800
- When I put in a sub panel, ground was from the house. It was only a 40' run, so that may have been the difference. Local codes may vary, so it is worth a call to the building permit people. Randall i
- /html/shop-talk/2012-03/msg00085.html (11,027 bytes)
- 34. [Shop-talk] Lightweight reflective ceiling covering? (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Fri, 30 Mar 2012 20:02:05 -0700
- Jim - If you want cheap, how about a 11 ft. 4" x 18 ft. 6" Reflective Heavy Duty Silver Tarp from Harbor Freight. Item #47676 for $21.99 each. For a little more, 15 ft. 2'' x 19 ft. 6'' Reflective He
- /html/shop-talk/2012-03/msg00197.html (9,664 bytes)
- 35. [Shop-talk] Repairing plastic (full sized) cars (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2012 18:48:09 -0700
- I second John's thought of looking for a replacement. If you are in a big city, there may be a company that does just bumper covers at a very reasonable cost. This is where the yellow pages are good.
- /html/shop-talk/2012-04/msg00051.html (12,162 bytes)
- 36. [Shop-talk] Pressure Washer (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Mon, 23 Apr 2012 21:25:15 -0700
- Randall - That is how mine is too. I thought that is how they all worked. You spray on the desired solution at low pressure and let is soak in then switch to high to actually clean and rinse. It lets
- /html/shop-talk/2012-04/msg00073.html (9,563 bytes)
- 37. [Shop-talk] 2 or 2.5 gal Diesel Fuel Can (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:14:51 -0700
- Steve - I just did a quick search at Amazon and see what you mean. They have the red poly in smaller sizes, but not yellow. You could always try to spray a red one with yellow plastic paint or wrap i
- /html/shop-talk/2012-04/msg00080.html (10,087 bytes)
- 38. [Shop-talk] keyboard help (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Sun, 06 May 2012 17:11:38 -0700
- John - You could do it all with the mouse and skip the keyboard. Right click the cell to select it and bring up the mouse menu. Mouse over copy and left click. Go to the new cell, right click and sel
- /html/shop-talk/2012-05/msg00022.html (12,236 bytes)
- 39. [Shop-talk] OT hep with ants PLEASE (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Sun, 13 May 2012 17:12:34 -0700
- Tim - I have had best luck with ant baits. Which ones depend on the specific ants, so you may have to try several. The ants come out and get the poison on them then take it back to the nest. It takes
- /html/shop-talk/2012-05/msg00050.html (11,049 bytes)
- 40. [Shop-talk] OT hep with ants - blowing up yard (score: 155)
- Author: bk13 at earthlink.net (Brian Kemp)
- Date: Sun, 13 May 2012 19:02:33 -0700
- For those so inclined to blow up their yard, see http://www.garden-counselor-lawn-care.com/gopher-blaster.html If I didn't live is a high fire danger area and have the septic tank in the middle of th
- /html/shop-talk/2012-05/msg00053.html (11,495 bytes)
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