- 61. Re: [Shop-talk] adhesives......... (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2009 17:24:39 +0000 (UTC)
- I thought of threadlocker--which is a CA--but figured it might be a bit messy and with limited surface area--unlike bolt threads--epoxy will bond stronger. For that matter, why not use pop rivets? bs
- /html/shop-talk/2009-04/msg00005.html (9,265 bytes)
- 62. Re: [Shop-talk] living near a power plant (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 21:54:42 +0000 (UTC)
- Depends if you're upwind or downwind. My main concern would be the heavy metals (lead, vanadium, probably some arsenic, etc.). As far as those go, any exposure is too much. Plus, downwind there will
- /html/shop-talk/2009-05/msg00087.html (8,369 bytes)
- 63. Re: [Shop-talk] Removing Vinyl Graphics (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 18:33:55 -0700
- I used one of these to remove decals from a car body: http://www.interstatetoolnet.com/BuyaAstroPneumatic400EatToolNet_p_99816.html (note this is just one place that sells them) Worked well and did n
- /html/shop-talk/2009-05/msg00141.html (7,801 bytes)
- 64. Re: [Shop-talk] Welding Words of Wisdom needed (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 17:50:00 -0700
- I'm not much of a welder--and don't play one on TV--but I have some experience with MIG (getting ready to buy first TIG). Plus, it sounds like my Austin-Healey 3000 has a similar axle housing. This
- /html/shop-talk/2009-05/msg00163.html (9,406 bytes)
- 65. Re: [Shop-talk] Cleaning a sealed gas tank (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:28:00 -0700
- re: "It's really hard to blame POR-15 for a 16 year old product..." I've given this lots of thought and have to respectfully disagree with this statement. Here's my reasoning: 1) I can't give an exac
- /html/shop-talk/2009-06/msg00189.html (10,255 bytes)
- 66. Re: [Shop-talk] 80psi to 160psi without power? (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:50:56 -0700
- From the looks of it, it's a two chambered pump that uses pneumatic "amplification" (similar to hydraulic advantage). For example: two pistons, connected by a common rod. Piston one is 2"sq and takes
- /html/shop-talk/2009-07/msg00086.html (8,466 bytes)
- 67. Re: [Shop-talk] Digital Levels (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2009 20:16:42 +0000 (UTC)
- I have a small SmartTool I use for automotive work. They make several sizes--I'm very happy with mine. http://www.mdteam.com/products.php?category=1344 http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=smart
- /html/shop-talk/2009-08/msg00002.html (7,624 bytes)
- 68. Re: [Shop-talk] Maximum speed with a limited use spare (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2009 03:05:32 +0000 (UTC)
- Why not just get the flat fixed? Any decent 'service' station should be able to do it for less than $20. Even a plug is better than driving on a 'fake' spare, esp. on the freeway for 275mi. bs I am w
- /html/shop-talk/2009-08/msg00043.html (7,805 bytes)
- 69. Re: [Shop-talk] welding mask (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2009 07:04:30 -0700
- I got curious myself: http://store.cyberweld.com/malemihe.html ** Bob Spidell San Jose, CA bspidell@comcast.net ** _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net
- /html/shop-talk/2009-08/msg00099.html (8,323 bytes)
- 70. [Shop-talk] Welding Sheet Metal (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Tue, 08 Sep 2009 06:25:25 -0700
- I need to make a car body panel repair. I can either MIG or TIG. This will be a butt weld on thin (22-24 gauge) sheet metal. I've done it before with a MIG; it seems the best way is with a small gap
- /html/shop-talk/2009-09/msg00040.html (7,525 bytes)
- 71. Re: [Shop-talk] Shop Security (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Sun, 13 Sep 2009 09:32:34 -0700
- Motion-sensitive floodlights might help. Maybe if you wired an audible alarm the motion sensor? bs -- ** Bob Spidell San Jose, CA bspidell@comcast.net ** _____________________________________________
- /html/shop-talk/2009-09/msg00059.html (8,868 bytes)
- 72. Re: [Shop-talk] computer (in shop) question (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:55:01 +0000 (UTC)
- Other way around ... Your older video card probably has VGA (analog) output. Older LCD monitors accepted only VGA input; later LCDs supported both VGA and DVI input, and the the very latest usually o
- /html/shop-talk/2009-09/msg00075.html (8,462 bytes)
- 73. Re: [Shop-talk] Brake squeal (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:40:41 +0000 (UTC)
- re: "So the question is, can the brake pads "wear" or "degenerate" without the truck being used?" Not likely. My guess is your rotors have rusted and/or you need some anti-squeal shims or paste. bs -
- /html/shop-talk/2009-09/msg00092.html (8,753 bytes)
- 74. Re: [Shop-talk] air compressor question (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 21:48:53 +0000 (UTC)
- My understanding is that all manufacturers'/sellers' HP, PSI, CFPM, etc. claims are to be taken with a large grain of salt. I would, however, expect the RPM number to be reasonably accurate. bs -- Bo
- /html/shop-talk/2009-10/msg00028.html (8,628 bytes)
- 75. Re: [Shop-talk] A tricky one (sort shop related) (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:07:04 +0000 (UTC)
- http://suspenderstore.com/aifrsube.html?gclid=CN2ujOq4050CFRESawod9HZFrg Lots of others, too; just Google 'non-metallic belt buckles.' bs -- Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA OK, I travel ALOT for a living
- /html/shop-talk/2009-10/msg00129.html (9,248 bytes)
- 76. Re: [Shop-talk] A tricky one (sort shop related) (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:08:06 +0000 (UTC)
- Here's another: http://www.beepfreeproducts.com/belts1.html -- Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA - OK, I travel ALOT for a living. One of the things I HATE to do is remvoe my belt when I go through a metal
- /html/shop-talk/2009-10/msg00130.html (9,269 bytes)
- 77. Re: [Shop-talk] Garage door opener problem (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Sun, 06 Dec 2009 15:45:40 -0800
- Sounds like the gears may be stripped. Open it up and take a look; you should be able to get a repair kit from Sears. bs -- ** Bob Spidell San Jose, CA bspidell@comcast.net ** _______________________
- /html/shop-talk/2009-12/msg00034.html (8,511 bytes)
- 78. Re: [Shop-talk] GPS Systems (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:56:19 -0800
- For another take on the topic: http://www.economist.com/sciencetechnology/displayStory.cfm?story_id=15101353 ** Bob Spidell San Jose, CA bspidell@comcast.net ** ______________________________________
- /html/shop-talk/2009-12/msg00098.html (8,299 bytes)
- 79. [Shop-talk] Mustan oil level (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:00:37 +0000 (UTC)
- I'm trying to gauge the oil consumption on my 2008 Mustang Bullitt (looks like about 1qt./6K miles). Anyway, at 2.5-3K miles I'm usually down half a qt., so I add a qt. The dipstick has two holes--m
- /html/shop-talk/2009-12/msg00175.html (7,832 bytes)
- 80. Re: [Shop-talk] Mustan oil level (score: 1)
- Author: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 30 Dec 2009 19:52:18 +0000 (UTC)
- Oops ... shouldn't write a message in haste when I'm late for a meeting. I only add HALF a qt. at 2.5-3K miles and, yes, I know hole is spelled 'hole,' not 'whole.' I'm not unhappy with using a qt. e
- /html/shop-talk/2009-12/msg00177.html (9,354 bytes)
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