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21. Re: A simple question about electricity...... (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Wed, 25 Jul 2001 10:58:59 -0500
Bad idea. -- Erik Quackenbush, V.P. Operations, Midwest Filter Corporation 1-847-680-0566 fax: 1-847-680-0832 http://www.midwestfilter.com /// /// shop-talk@autox.team.net mailing list /// To unsubsc
/html/shop-talk/2001-07/msg00128.html (8,774 bytes)

22. Re: Gasoline Question (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Fri, 04 May 2001 16:58:42 -0500
Short answer: go ahead and use regular unleaded. Long answer: There are two issues here- valve seat recession and fuel octane rating. The main problem encountered when using unleaded fuel in an engin
/html/shop-talk/2001-05/msg00046.html (9,406 bytes)

23. Re: Shop Vac replacement (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Tue, 10 Apr 2001 10:13:19 -0500
I just went out into the shop and looked at a brand new ShopVac (tm) we just bought. Sure enough- there's no exhaust port on it. How interesting. I guess I have to take better care of the old unit th
/html/shop-talk/2001-04/msg00055.html (7,746 bytes)

24. Re: Air Compressor- Part 2 (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2001 11:41:01 -0500
I built a sound dampening box around my oil-less compressor using fiber board (Homosote?). It is now much quieter, though it's probably puts out more bass than a 'real' compressor. It doesn't put out
/html/shop-talk/2001-04/msg00075.html (7,783 bytes)

25. Re: Adjustable/Folding Ladder (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2001 11:48:20 -0500
I have one of these- it's a 16' model which has 4 segments. I think it's made by Krause. It is heavier than a traditional ladder of the same length but it is quite sturdy, and one end has a stabilizi
/html/shop-talk/2001-04/msg00076.html (8,075 bytes)

26. RE: Air Compressor- Part 2 (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Thu, 26 Apr 2001 10:30:39 -0500
4 feet wide, 4 feet tall, 2 feet deep. I bought two sheets of 4'x8' homasote (homosote?). I cut a 2"-3" diameter hole near the bottom to let air and power in. I cut another hole in the top for a 1/4"
/html/shop-talk/2001-04/msg00118.html (8,851 bytes)

27. Re: Problem with engine hoist (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Mon, 12 Mar 2001 15:22:09 -0600
This happened to a Sears floor jack I used to own. I could pump it up but when it reached a certain point it would sink to the ground as if I had opened the valve completely. It was fortunate I was u
/html/shop-talk/2001-03/msg00025.html (8,105 bytes)

28. build a pressure sand-blaster? (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Mon, 19 Mar 2001 14:52:16 -0600
Has anyone built their own pressure sand-blaster? I have access to a variety of suitable tanks but I would like to have plans or some guidance before I do this. -- Erik Quackenbush, V.P. Operations,
/html/shop-talk/2001-03/msg00041.html (6,786 bytes)

29. Re: Multi-table? (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Mon, 02 Oct 2000 11:31:12 -0500
You are describing a milling machine. Milling machines are typically used to machine metal but they do work on wood and plastic. Harbor Freight sells affordable milling machines. -Erik -- Erik Quacke
/html/shop-talk/2000-10/msg00002.html (8,209 bytes)

30. Re: FAQ: Wiring a shop (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Mon, 09 Oct 2000 16:57:45 -0500
Everything in my garage goes through a double gang (220v) GFCI breaker mounted in its own subpanel near my workbench. If you're running any 220v equipment (mig welder, air compressor, plasma cutter)
/html/shop-talk/2000-10/msg00039.html (9,462 bytes)

31. RE: X10 (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Tue, 26 Sep 2000 14:49:31 -0500
I'm not sure if the X10 company actually makes a signal bridge, but the X10 patents expired a few years ago and there are a number of companies making X10 devices. Leviton makes a full line of X10 co
/html/shop-talk/2000-09/msg00118.html (9,383 bytes)

32. shop lift recommendations? (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Tue, 25 Jan 2000 16:01:31 -0600
I'm planning to buy a shop lift this spring. I haven't decided between a 2 post or 4 post lift, and I haven't decided on a vendor. The going rate seems to be between $2500-$3000 delivered for a 7000
/html/shop-talk/2000-01/msg00108.html (7,826 bytes)

33. cheaper dyno? (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Wed, 08 Dec 1999 17:17:10 -0600
I've been thinking about a chassis dyno for my garage but the $20-30K price tag for a DynoJet seems a bit high. Does anyone know of a less expensive chassis dyno? I know I can measure hp and torque o
/html/shop-talk/1999-12/msg00061.html (7,206 bytes)

34. Re: Household tools! (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Thu, 09 Dec 1999 09:05:01 -0600
I use an empty saline (contact lens cleaner) bottle for air tool oil. -Erik -- Erik Quackenbush, V.P. Operations, Midwest Filter Corporation 1-847-680-0566 fax: 1-847-680-0832 http://www.midwestfilte
/html/shop-talk/1999-12/msg00070.html (7,210 bytes)

35. Re: OK, then...whose ratchets? (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Thu, 23 Dec 1999 10:04:56 -0600
I've been very happy with my Craftsman Pro ratchet, but last night I was in a parking lot as the Snap-On man was boarding his truck so on an impulse I stopped him and bought a 3/8" drive ratchet. My
/html/shop-talk/1999-12/msg00148.html (8,726 bytes)

36. Re: Tool for a loved one (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Tue, 23 Nov 1999 10:14:47 -0600
should be looks hese days I think the 'real' Allen brand is made in the same factory as Bondhus... -- Erik Quackenbush, V.P. Operations, Midwest Filter Corporation 1-847-680-0566 fax: 1-847-680-0832
/html/shop-talk/1999-11/msg00148.html (9,206 bytes)

37. Re: Information wanted..... (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Tue, 05 Oct 1999 09:54:15 -0500
The zip code in North Chicago is 60064. North Chicago is between Great Lakes Naval Base and Lake Bluff, about 25-30 miles north of the big city and about five minutes from my office. In the unlikely
/html/shop-talk/1999-10/msg00016.html (7,807 bytes)

38. Re: Home chrome plating (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Mon, 11 Oct 1999 14:52:47 -0500
Eastwood still sells their tin-zinc home electroplating kit. It lists for $70 in their fall $99 catalog. Real chrome plating requires some pretty nasty chemicals. -Erik -- Erik Quackenbush, V.P. Oper
/html/shop-talk/1999-10/msg00028.html (7,492 bytes)

39. Re: Welding a stainless steel tail pipe (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Tue, 12 Oct 1999 08:59:00 -0500
Yes it is. If you're making a structural weld in stainless then you really should use stainless wire and a different shielding gas, but for exhaust pipes you can get by with ordinary mild steel wire
/html/shop-talk/1999-10/msg00030.html (7,815 bytes)

40. got a Harbor Freight catalog? please help! (score: 1)
Author: Erik Quackenbush <erik@midwestfilter.com>
Date: Tue, 12 Oct 1999 15:33:32 -0500
Last week I received a flyer from Harbor Freight that was mostly 50% off clearance items. Alas, someone threw it out... In any case, I'm pretty sure they had an inexpensive slip roll machine in there
/html/shop-talk/1999-10/msg00035.html (8,110 bytes)

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