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181. Re: [Shop-talk] Which software for this application (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Sun, 03 Feb 2008 16:45:11 -0500
Wayne, I did this years ago to calculate the cost of a materials for a garage. I used a spead sheet to do this. Unfortunately, I've lost the template over the years. But it's not that difficult to do
/html/shop-talk/2008-02/msg00022.html (9,623 bytes)

182. [Shop-talk] Stripped Screw heads (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Fri, 15 Feb 2008 08:40:16 -0500
Has anyone used the "Grabit" for getting out screws with stripped heads? http://4grabit.com/ It looks pretty nice, and seems a lot easier to use than the old EZ outs. John John T. Blair WA4OHZ email
/html/shop-talk/2008-02/msg00038.html (7,427 bytes)

183. Re: [Shop-talk] Battery Closet Light (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Sun, 17 Feb 2008 08:57:23 -0500
Jon, Instead of a Hall effect, which is active, and will draw power all the time, why not use a micro switch. You can take any light you like, especially if it has a switch on it, and then run some w
/html/shop-talk/2008-02/msg00042.html (8,565 bytes)

184. Re: [Shop-talk] Trash compactor uses (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Sun, 24 Feb 2008 09:34:35 -0500
the I'd say you're on your way to a Mr. Fusion. You can not get more fuel in less space. All you'll need is the flux capacitor, and I guess a Delorean an you'll be all set! If you set the flux capac
/html/shop-talk/2008-02/msg00072.html (8,588 bytes)

185. Re: [Shop-talk] DEADMAN solutions (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:25:41 -0500
I heard a neat idea the other day for an intruder alert, and I think it might work here also. That is keep the remote entry key fob to your car with you. If you get stuck, assuming you aren't unconci
/html/shop-talk/2008-02/msg00111.html (8,001 bytes)

186. Re: [Shop-talk] Mystery of the blown transformers (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Sat, 01 Mar 2008 13:09:16 -0500
Jim, My guess is that you are drawing a lot more current for the 2 light bulbs than the door bell chime does. Is there anything on the door bell xformer that lists is current - ie 1A or 200ma? Next y
/html/shop-talk/2008-03/msg00003.html (10,034 bytes)

187. Re: [Shop-talk] Mystery of the blown transformers (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Sat, 01 Mar 2008 17:26:28 -0500
If that's the case, it means you are drawing a little over2 amps, P = 24 * 2 = 48. You should be able to find one at radio shack. But I just checked their web site, and I don't see any transformers f
/html/shop-talk/2008-03/msg00007.html (10,867 bytes)

188. Re: [Shop-talk] Mystery of the blown transformers (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Sun, 02 Mar 2008 12:21:46 -0500
Jim, This is a pretty common thing to happen. I don't know if you remeber the old TRS80 Model I computers. But they had a transformer to suppy power to the keyboard computer. It had a fuse inside it.
/html/shop-talk/2008-03/msg00022.html (10,277 bytes)

189. Re: [Shop-talk] Sams Club tool box (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Wed, 05 Mar 2008 15:34:30 -0500
will not take out 2nd mort. for snap-on stuff. I've John I don't know much about that one, but you might look at this one at Costco: http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11215795&search=t
/html/shop-talk/2008-03/msg00071.html (8,734 bytes)

190. Re: [Shop-talk] Sams Club tool box (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Thu, 06 Mar 2008 07:14:18 -0500
I agree with Jack. Unless you really need the castors to roll around the cabinet, I have 2 old free standing kitchen cabnets, 1 wood & 1 metal. Several of my neighbors had remodled there kitchens and
/html/shop-talk/2008-03/msg00080.html (8,466 bytes)

191. Re: [Shop-talk] Here's your chance to wade in on a family (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Sun, 30 Mar 2008 12:52:22 -0500
I can't say that to work, and if it's anything like the dog ultrasonic whistles, it doesn't bother my dad's dog. Dad has a couple of them in his garage. The garage started as a 2 car garage, then dad
/html/shop-talk/2008-03/msg00180.html (9,678 bytes)

192. Re: [Shop-talk] Here's your chance to wade in on a family (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Sun, 30 Mar 2008 17:59:03 -0500
I'm forwarding this to the list per Tony's request: -- For some reason that I have not been able to determine, this will probably go to you and not the list. Feel free to post it out to the list if y
/html/shop-talk/2008-03/msg00188.html (9,533 bytes)

193. Re: [Shop-talk] painting steps with POR-15 (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:57:50 -0500
Rich, Sand blasting is a great idea! You can also wire brush old metal. POR-15 likes old surface rusted metal, it doesn't like new shinny metal. You might want to read my POR FAQ: http://www.team.net
/html/shop-talk/2008-03/msg00192.html (7,534 bytes)

194. Re: [Shop-talk] Other options for metal steps (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Tue, 01 Apr 2008 07:36:29 -0500
Rich, One thing about the POR15, it is expensive, about $35/qt. Plus it will not keep for a long time (say a couple of years). While if you paint it with POR you won't have to worry about it much. Th
/html/shop-talk/2008-04/msg00000.html (7,708 bytes)

195. Re: [Shop-talk] Gambrel Roof Aesthetics? (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Mon, 14 Apr 2008 07:40:15 -0400
Jon, I'll bet that when you get the sesthetics right you'll have the most wasted raw material. If you live in what used to be the country and the uppies have moved out there, I wouldn't worry about t
/html/shop-talk/2008-04/msg00017.html (7,776 bytes)

196. Re: [Shop-talk] resistance (tong type) spot welders (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:12:48 -0400
Mike, I went to the local community college and took a MIG class. I've had a Lincoln SP100 MIG welder for years but wanted to get some help with t echnique and see if I could learn some new tricks. H
/html/shop-talk/2008-04/msg00035.html (9,264 bytes)

197. Re: [Shop-talk] Air Hose Reel (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:12:39 -0400
Paul, What is your definiation of a real compressor? I have my compressor mounted at the back of my garage also. It's a 5hp 30 gal oil lubed one. I wish I a bigger one. Just like disk space, I don't
/html/shop-talk/2008-04/msg00051.html (10,533 bytes)

198. Re: [Shop-talk] jack stands (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Wed, 23 Apr 2008 17:35:58 -0400
Bob, I can't say as I've ever seen a jack stand with a "flat" bottom. You could cut some plywood and make platforms for the jackstands. As to the rubber bumpers, I just saw them in the latest Harbor
/html/shop-talk/2008-04/msg00060.html (8,850 bytes)

199. Re: [Shop-talk] car ramps (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Thu, 01 May 2008 15:25:20 -0400
Eric, Like others, I have a set gathering dust in the corner of my garage. Good luck getting a lowered car up on them. I had to put a brick at the beginning of the ramp to get my 84 Accord, 89 & 95 V
/html/shop-talk/2008-05/msg00016.html (9,348 bytes)

200. Re: [Shop-talk] car ramps (score: 1)
Author: "John T. Blair" <jblair1948@cox.net>
Date: Thu, 01 May 2008 17:52:30 -0400
Tim, You are exactly right, they are the old metal ones. Very heavy, awakard to handle, etc. I may have to look into a set, but I'm so used to the jack and stands now. It really doesn't take long to
/html/shop-talk/2008-05/msg00022.html (9,646 bytes)


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