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  0 Thread: DeWalt Tool belt clips
Post: DeWalt Tool belt clips
Does anyone know the thread size & length of the bolt for DeWalt's belt clips? Trying to replace one but can't find any information on them.  I'll try to post a pic of what I'm talking about...  ht...
 Big Bill Woodworking Power Tools 1 121 Yesterday, 12:27 PM
  0 Thread: Help Choosing a Finish?
Post: RE: Help Choosing a Finish?
Try 100% Tung Oil. https://www.woodcraft.com/product_images/woodriver-pure-tung-oil-pint/5c63c08a776f6f7c14002523/detail.jpg?c=1550041226
 Big Bill Finishing 8 1,754 01-10-2022, 01:00 AM
  0 Thread: Porter Cable Air Nailer Urethane Retainer
Post: Porter Cable Air Nailer Urethane Retainer
I was using my Porter Cable angled finishing nailer on a job a while back when the trigger suddenly seemed "wonky".  On closer inspection I found the pin holding the trigger assembly in had come loose...
 Big Bill Woodworking Power Tools 3 939 01-10-2022, 12:52 AM
  Video Thread: History Channel: Power Tool Showdown
Post: History Channel: Power Tool Showdown
I love power tools :D ... and history :yes: ... and documentaries :) .   Finding something that checks all three boxes is for me- a winner!  Recently I came across this from the History Channel:     ...
 Big Bill Woodworking Power Tools 4 1,351 09-18-2021, 09:27 PM
  Photo Thread: Stanley #45
Post: Stanley #45
  I was headed home after work & stopped at an estate sale just because... Was just about to leave when a kid knocked over the box this was in, dumping this all over the floor- a Stanley #45 with a co...
 Big Bill Woodworking Hand Tools 18 4,456 07-30-2021, 08:19 PM
  0 Thread: Electric hot water tank
Post: Electric hot water tank
Here's a question I don't recall ever seeing: Can a 30G electric hot water tank be set up for use as a stand alone, plug-in appliance- used as a dedicated, point of use tank for a single laundry machi...
 Big Bill Home Improvement 7 3,303 06-09-2019, 06:04 PM
  0 Thread: Airless Paint Sprayers
Post: Re: Airless Paint Sprayers
For smaller jobs like what you've described I've got a Wagner power painter I rescued from a garage sale for $1. Previous owner used it 1x & didn't clean it well. I fixed it up & have been us...
 Big Bill Home Improvement 4 3,950 06-11-2016, 01:05 AM
  0 Thread: How to fasten sheet metal to concrete?
Post: Re: How to fasten sheet metal to concrete?
Second + on the Ramset, just use short pins & washers. Don't forget to yell out (just before firing)- "I'll pay my bill, don't shoot! /ssl_proxy.php?url=/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/slap.gif /ss...
 Big Bill Home Improvement 4 6,439 06-11-2016, 12:30 AM
  0 Thread: Drywall Stilts
Post: Re: Drywall Stilts
A tape measure with a magnetic end is a wonderful thing. Can grab lots of stuff... /ssl_proxy.php?url=/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/yellowyes.gif
 Big Bill Home Improvement 5 4,896 05-18-2016, 08:09 PM
  0 Thread: Replacing slats in park bench
Post: Re: Replacing slats in park bench
Had one I was gonna redo in wood but decided I didn't want to constantly be repairing/replacing the slats. Thought about composite decking, but it wasn't strong enough. Almost went with metal slats bu...
 Big Bill Home Improvement 6 23,886 04-24-2016, 10:23 PM
  0 Thread: Federal Pacific Stab-Loc Breaker Boxes
Post: Re: Federal Pacific Stab-Loc Breaker Boxes
We had them for years & never had an issue. I ultimately replaced them due to the cost of the breakers (they ran $50+ per breaker) when I upgraded. Here's a link with info on the recall: http://ww...
 Big Bill Home Improvement 11 13,671 02-15-2016, 12:37 AM
  0 Thread: Angle grinders
Post: Re: Angle grinders
I'd check out the estate sales, pawn shops, & craigslist too. There's bargains to be had for those who look. I have 6 grinders, only 3 were bought new: Craftsman(wire brushes), Hitachi (Grinding)...
 Big Bill Woodworking Power Tools 14 10,081 01-27-2016, 11:20 PM
  0 Thread: Tool Database?
Post: Tool Database?
I've been trying to keep a record of my various power tools for insurance, theft, inventory, whatever. Usually try to include a photo(s), date purchased, model & serial #, price, seller, size &am...
 Big Bill Woodworking Power Tools 23 13,639 09-18-2015, 08:36 PM

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