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04-13-2013, 03:00 PM
Thread: Hilti vs. Milwaukee
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Re: Hilti vs. Milwaukee
I have to admit I have used the Milwaukee drills a significant amount more in the last two years than I did any previous drill I owned so that is certainly something to consider but I've spoken with...
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04-13-2013, 02:54 PM
Thread: Hilti vs. Milwaukee
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Re: Hilti vs. Milwaukee
I spoke with the repair tech at one of my local suppliers. He said when he services the tool he can tell if it was purchases through them or Home Depot. The guts are different. For example, a plastic...
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04-13-2013, 12:48 AM
Thread: Hilti vs. Milwaukee
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Re: Hilti vs. Milwaukee
I have the Milwaukee set 2 drills and an impact. the speed and power has gone down significantly since I bout them a little over 2 years ago. I bought mine at home depot. Something I'll never buy...
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04-01-2013, 06:24 PM
Thread: stuck on a detail
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Re: stuck on a detail
Curious what that framing looks like behind the drywall.
If you don't want it to turn into a big project I would suggest going kent's route. There are some things you just can't polish. -
03-28-2013, 07:42 PM
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03-26-2013, 07:13 PM
Thread: What saw to use to cut 4 x 12 steungers
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Re: What saw to use to cut 4 x 12 stringers
Can't imagine trying to do it on a miter saw. Does it have to be one pass? You could probably do it nearly as fast making a cut on both sides with a standard saw. You have to go a little slower with...
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03-24-2013, 06:50 PM
Thread: lifestyles of the rich
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Re: lifestyles of the rich
Mr. Pipe,
It is what it is. Once you accept that you'll feel better. -
03-20-2013, 03:57 PM
Thread: hitachi nr83a2 vs bostitch f21pl
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Re: hitachi nr83a2 vs bostitch f21pl
When I was framing we had nearly 30 framing guns, Hitachi and bostich. Stick and coil of both brands. The hitachi guns were preferred by all of the guys by far. The bostichs were used when all the...
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03-15-2013, 09:19 PM
Thread: Sub zero panel bit?
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Re: Sub zero panel bit?
kent,
It should work. It's basically a 1/8" dado 15/32" deep and then a 1/4" rabbet 5/32" deep.
I've done about a dozen of these. The only issue I see would be it wouldn't work on a door with a... -
03-15-2013, 07:50 PM
Thread: Sub zero panel bit?
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Sub zero panel bit?
Is there a router bit I can get to cut a groove into an overlay door panel as opposed to attaching backer panels for a sub zero fridge panel?
Panel detail below
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03-15-2013, 07:46 PM
Thread: Ipe decking attachchment
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Re: Ipe decking attachchment
I've done a number of composite decks with hidden fasteners. I have a few gripes. To me they are overpriced. The cost for a bucket of plastic clips makes me sick. Not saying the screw and plug method...
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03-15-2013, 07:29 PM
Thread: Makita LS0714 7 1/2" miter saw
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Re: Makita LS0714 7 1/2" miter saw
Eric, take a look at it from their shoes. Some guy emails and says he's having a party in his garage. I don't think you're the first to send them an email like that. They probably get a ton of guys...
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03-14-2013, 07:33 PM
Thread: Makita LS0714 7 1/2" miter saw
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Re: Makita LS0714 7 1/2" miter saw
eric, dont you have any pull with festool to get them to produce a mini kapex?
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03-14-2013, 07:31 PM
Thread: Found this while cleaning the shop
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Re: Found this while cleaning the shop
Pretty cool. I think you might want to add a stretcher between the legs though.
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03-14-2013, 12:12 AM
Thread: Are You kidding Me!
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Re: Are You kidding Me!
thinking Powermatic or saw stop. Cxs is the next drill I will buy. Then I think makita drill and impact. Whiskey, yes.
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03-13-2013, 10:54 PM
Thread: Are You kidding Me!
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Re: Are You kidding Me!
you don't have to explain anything to me bro. I'm not knocking the systainers. In fact I just did some organizing in my shop and tossed every plastic carrying case I had except for the Ts-55 box. I...
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03-13-2013, 08:01 PM
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Re: posting a job/ help wanted opportunity online
I've found that most people who are out of work are unemployed for a reason. So yeah, find a good guy and steal him from another company.
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03-13-2013, 07:19 PM
Thread: Are You kidding Me!
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Re: Are You kidding Me!
Lol, that made me laugh. No offense Eric. Seriously though, you could fit a few more things in there, no?
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03-12-2013, 09:41 PM
Thread: Pocket Door Opening Height Limitation
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Re: Pocket Door Opening Height Limitation
Can the header be moved to sit on top of the wall? To be a beam in the floor as opposed to a header in the wall.
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03-11-2013, 06:23 PM
Thread: Ipe decking attachchment
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Ipe decking attachchment
I am currently bidding a 400 sqft deck. The decking will be ipe. It will be my first ipe install. I do not want to use any kind of hidden fastener system. My plan is to countersink screws and plug...
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03-06-2013, 06:05 PM
Thread: What happened when this got built
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Re: What happened when this got built
Something is odd about the whole deal here. I'm also curious why the contractor decided to install shoe molding in the whole room. Wouldn't it have been easier to just fit the bottom rail tight so no...
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02-26-2013, 08:12 PM
Thread: Sherwin Williams 30% off
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Re: Sherwin Williams 30% off
I set up an account a SW and get discounts when ever I buy that are usually the same as their sales discounts. Basically I was buying paint using a friends account who owns a painting business that...
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02-26-2013, 07:59 PM
Thread: Trim router recommendations?
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Re: Trim router recommendations?
Beezo,
I am not really concerned with the power of a cheaper router like the ryobi. My concern is more about the accuracy and durability of the depth setting, and overall quality. If I lose 1hour on... -
02-26-2013, 07:40 PM
Thread: Trim router recommendations?
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Re: Trim router recommendations?
Tom, do you have a pic of this setup? I had ruled the festool out but now I'm intrigued.
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02-26-2013, 07:27 PM
Thread: Anchoring a small newel
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Re: Anchoring a small newel
Here's an option. I've used the 4-j's before. Not the best attachment but they are sturdier than you would think
http://www.coniferproducts.com/prod01.htm

