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    I have three boxes all similar to this. Any ideas on where to go to sell them?

    I have three boxes all similar to this. They may be tool and die but looks like some old carpenter tools as well. Any ideas on where to go to sell them? Some have more metal parts in it than this too. 

    4 Answers2 weeks ago
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    Does this sound about right to you?

    Hoarder wants to save money b/c they spend it all on useless junk. So they build their own table. They need to buy a used, broken, sander they'll only use once for $65 to do it. The table is left in the rain to rot. They buy more stupid **** to cope.

    6 Answers2 weeks ago
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    Does a gas oven have the same wires as an electric oven to wire in ?

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    No it can't, you need a 240V 40 or 50 amp service for an electric range. A gas one prob ably plugs into any standard 120v outlet.

    11 Answers3 weeks ago
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    How much more power does a 10 amp Dewalt drill have compared to a Ryobi 12-Volt drill?

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    You don't know electricity.

    Electricity running through a wire " is like water running through a gulley.   You have trickle of water or a RIVER of water.  That is "current" measured in Amps.  I am pretty sure you can find it on the internet in an animated form(cartoons) to explain it.  So, it is boring for me to type what is already depicted in an animation somewhere.

    .  It also explains voltage too in animations

    . It also explains the difference between AC & DC power(cord vs battery)

    . it may also explain the difference gearing has 

    For Ryobi is a geared SCREW GUN on 12volt battery

    The DeWalt is a 1/2" I am guessing corded drill120volt with a half inch drill bit meant for some serious drilling.  It can screw but those screw are in in an instant.

    Ryobi max turning speed(RotationsPerMinute) is about 900 with a fresh battery. 

    DeWalt's RPM is probably closer to 6000 so it does not go slow at all.  It does go slower with the variable speed trigger but going slow means it heats up and it has a fan inside it that rotates with the motor to keep it cool so you do not say screw in 1000  1 1/4" screws with this drill because you will overheat the motor. and burn it out.   You can't screw at high speed because you chance to come out of the screw itself ruining the screw.

    The 12 volt screw drill is too slow to drill into concrete because that is a hard material so it takes a long time.  So does drilling in steel.  Battery will be dead 6 times before you get through 1/4 in plate steel.

    They are both necessary.  Dewalt also makes a battery powered drill  16Volt so only a 16 volt charger charges it and only 16 Volt batteries from Dewalt fit Dewalt.

    Ryobi fits Ryobi.  Manufacturers already figured out how to screw us.

    All corded drills fit 120 Volt outlets. no Mickey Mouse there.

    13 Answers3 weeks ago
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    Appliance question ?

    I have a Entrige vacuum sealer and bought a jar sealer hose attachment. The hose used to work but now it won’t stay in the accessory port. No parts are missing. How do I fix this?

    4 Answers2 weeks ago
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    Wooden sandbox on a concrete patio with no bottom.  How do I keep sand from spilling out the bottom? I still want water to drain.?

    I thought about a liner but it does not work unless I attach it. I don’t want staples poking my kids. Maybe someone has already problem solved this. 

    4 Answers2 weeks ago
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    What amp drill do I need to bore holes in this stump?

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    I like the stump grinder, but if you want to use the drill check with your local rental place or HD rental. You are probably looking at around a 14 amp.

    Rentals are inexpensive..

    8 Answers3 weeks ago
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    Attic door handle options?

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    You have a good answer, but a neat way is a spline or star key bolt which just leaves you with a 10mm hole and you take the key out when not in use.

    5 Answers3 weeks ago
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    Is there a pole device to sand a wooden deck manually?

    Or do I have to get down on my knees?

    I know that there are poles for sanding drywall but is there also something for sanding a deck?

    7 Answers3 weeks ago
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    What is the best wash to get old water-proofing stain off a deck?

    One that I can DIY or that I can buy?

    I once bought one that didn't work at all and I have no access to a pressure washer.

    6 Answers3 weeks ago
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    How do I speed up my woodworking projects ?

    I'm building furniture such as coffee tables, end tables and benches etc for some extra cash. The part that seems to be slowing me down the most is sanding and the finishing process as it has to dry (Priming, staining and clear coat) Any tips to speed up this process so I can build more and finish these time consuming projects? I understand I'm a one man team working with decent tools, any tips to speed up the process. How does industry pump out these things so quickly? Besides the extra labor and capital. 

    10 Answers4 weeks ago
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    Want to add lock (can't modify apartment)?

    Apartment building. Can't modify existing structure. Steel door & frame.

    I want to add a secondary lock to door. But how. 

    _____

    (Thinking magnets, attach latch-type lock to wood with magnet as an attachment for door) (not modifying, no holes... slightly odd-looking. Still serves purpose) 

    buy with 20-50lbs force @ 1x2 inches plate and 4-6mm deep with pre-drilled holes (anything smaller has more bulk)

    9 Answers4 weeks ago
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    Is it safe to cover the bottom of a bird bath with Flex Seal spray rubber seal?

    Is it safe for the birds to drink?

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    Can I make a brick bbq not built in?

    So I want to make my mom a brick bbq grill 

    for Mother’s Day but my dad is super anal about not ruining the grass and I also don’t think he’d have high expectations if I were to do it. ( I’m a girl and have never built anything) however I’ve seen a lot of videos and it seems pretty simple. I just know by dad wouldn’t let me cement down anything in his backyard so I was hoping to get some options. Thanks:))) I’ll attach a photo off simple one similar to what I’d hope my outcome would be.

    6 Answers3 weeks ago
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    If I'm trying to insulate a detached garage in the Midwest, would it be better to use a rating higher than R13?

    I don't really know too much about this kind of stuff. Would it be better to use a rating higher than R13 (recommended) since it's detached rather than part of the house? Or am I overthinking the detached garage being surrounded by the outdoor temps during the winter as opposed to the walls bordering a heated house? My goal is to use the garage as my at home gym. I don't expect it to stay warm 24/7, just insulated enough to maintain heat while working out and running a space heater. 

    5 Answers4 weeks ago
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    What do you call this?

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    The technical name for that is a “fence staple” or “u nail.”  If you look up fence staples, you’ll find them

    4 Answers4 weeks ago
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    Can my glass shelf support my 55” inch tv?

    My glass (tempered) shelf is rated for 127 lbs (top shelf) of weight and is a little over 1/4 of an inch thick with support stands roughly 2-3 feet apart. My tv weighs 53 lbs and has a single centered stand. Does anyone think this is safe or should I get something sturdier?

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    Pool table on wheels on laminate planks?

    I have a pool table on moving tripod wheels (each leg supported by three all wheels). Going to install 8x72 (and 8mm thick) LifeProof vinyl click rigid core planks on top of underlayment (considering Quietwalk Plus) on top of concrete in a basement. Will the click locks of the plank be in danger from the weight? And will it also be in danger when I roll to other locations (I want to use the space for multiple purposes)?

    Thanks

    5 Answers4 weeks ago
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    Is there a way to connect a garden hose to a sink input?

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    Don't yell and swear when asking for help.  Be polite.  The water line input for the faucet is probable 3/8.  Google garden hose to 3/8 adapter for choices.  This  one should do 

    https://www.spraysmarter.com/garden-hose-adapter.h...

    5 Answers4 weeks ago