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21. Re: Painting an engine block (score: 1)
Author: dirtbeard <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Mon, 03 Mar 2003 17:24:41 -0800
Just a quick note, I recently had my TR6 block and head dipped. I believe it is money, and whatever inconvenience encountered, well spent. When you get your block back from the shop, it may have a li
/html/shop-talk/2003-03/msg00020.html (8,024 bytes)

22. chain saw rec/saws to avoid? (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sat, 21 Oct 2006 11:50:55 -0700
Hi all, I need to buy a chainsaw for general use, trees, firewood, etc. I never have owned a chainsaw before and would like some guidance on: - brands to avoid - reliable brands - features to get/avo
/html/shop-talk/2006-10/msg00067.html (7,159 bytes)

23. Re: Waste Oil Container (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sat, 30 Dec 2006 11:22:52 -0800
I use a 5 gal plastic pail that held cutting oil -- it has a decent retractable spout (got it from a neighbor) and a handle. Your question made me think, though (thanks for that), why not just use on
/html/shop-talk/2006-12/msg00232.html (7,771 bytes)

24. Pipe size conundrum and turning a fence into a log rack (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sat, 6 Jan 2007 12:34:43 -0800
Ok, so I'm not a pipe fitter or a plumber, but I built a firewood rack out of galvanized pipe from a chain link fence I just removed. I used the "top rail" 1 3/8" OD, to create an 8' long, three-pipe
/html/shop-talk/2007-01/msg00106.html (9,292 bytes)

25. Re: Pipe size conundrum and turning a fence into a log rack (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sat, 6 Jan 2007 14:19:31 -0800
Hi Jon, I had not thought about this approach. What do you think, probably should use 4x4 so that there would be enough "interference fit" on the pipe to keep the post from "cocking" on the pipe? I p
/html/shop-talk/2007-01/msg00107.html (7,820 bytes)

26. Re: Pipe size conundrum and turning a fence into a log rack (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sat, 6 Jan 2007 14:26:11 -0800
Hi Roland, I had not even thought of that (driving the pipes into the ground), but the rack is sitting on asphalt. I could drive it through the asphalt, but then I probably would not want to move it
/html/shop-talk/2007-01/msg00108.html (8,068 bytes)

27. Re: Pipe size conundrum and turning a fence into a log rack (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sun, 7 Jan 2007 11:23:34 -0800
Hi Tony, I thought there should have been something like a 90 degree elbow, but I guess since I was shopping at Home Depot (that will teach me, again), I did not see anything similar. Thanks to your
/html/shop-talk/2007-01/msg00120.html (8,166 bytes)

28. Starrett 120 dial caliper zero's at 6:00 (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2007 21:35:56 -0800
I don't remember it being this way the last time I used it, but the dial on my Starrett dial caliper is at 6:00 when closed. I know it is no big deal in that I can just rotate the dial face 180 degr
/html/shop-talk/2007-01/msg00158.html (6,991 bytes)

29. bench top (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sat, 10 Feb 2007 17:46:31 -0800
Hi guys, I am going to build a 8'x2' work bench along the side of my home garage (it is an "inset" that will clear the parked vehicles. I have a heavy duty Hercules welded steel 7'X3' workbench with
/html/shop-talk/2007-02/msg00129.html (8,077 bytes)

30. best air wrench (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Fri, 1 Jun 2007 09:03:36 -0700
Hi guys, I am going to rotate the tires on my cargo van, and finally am going to break down and buy a decent air wrench (I have an old cheap one that is fine for light jobs, but always needs "help" o
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00000.html (6,826 bytes)

31. air wrench (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Fri, 1 Jun 2007 16:18:39 -0700
Well, I found the IR Titanium 2135Ti for $229.20 from Gator Air, and with $10 shipping, it beat the Harbor Freight price by $50 (they wanted $269 plus the 7.5% sales tax we have here in Los Angeles.
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00007.html (6,307 bytes)

32. Re: parts washer filtering (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sat, 9 Jun 2007 10:44:34 -0700
I have a 30 gal. barrel/sink type washer that I filled about ten years ago with 30 gals. of superagitene. I cannot remember the pump capacity right now, but it is 150 GPH+, and I did not wish to cons
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00025.html (7,321 bytes)

33. IR 2135Ti air wrench (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sun, 10 Jun 2007 16:13:45 -0700
Hi guys, Well the air wrench came in from on Friday, so I did a five wheel tire rotation on the cargo van yesterday (six lug, P235/75 16" wheels). That wrench is beautiful: fast, powerful, lightweigh
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00027.html (7,522 bytes)

34. lost wedding band in garage (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sun, 10 Jun 2007 16:52:40 -0700
Ok guys, Picture this, you are doing some heavy wrenching in the garage and you do not want to bend your wedding band, so you take it off. You think "I could put it in my pants pocket, but I will be
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00028.html (7,577 bytes)

35. PV system (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Fri, 15 Jun 2007 17:49:04 -0700
Hey boys, Maybe off-topic, but I think this group is gear-headed enough to be interested. On March 9th we installed a 6,000 watt photovoltaic system on our house in Southern California. Today, we hav
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00051.html (9,923 bytes)

36. Re: PV system (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Fri, 15 Jun 2007 18:17:37 -0700
David, What would seem like a very easy question, is not so easy to answer. In most states there is a substantial subsidy for PV from the utilities and the government. There are direct rebates upon
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00054.html (8,019 bytes)

37. Re: PV system (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Fri, 15 Jun 2007 18:50:08 -0700
I agree entirely. I had planned on putting up a 600 sq.ft. patio cover and install the panels on it so that it would not be visible from the front of the property. After all the city codes and requi
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00057.html (7,122 bytes)

38. Re: [Shop-talk] PV system (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2007 19:37:40 -0700
On a grid tie system, you actually will lose all production capacity, at least here in CA. best, doug _______________________________________________ Shop-talk mailing list http://autox.team.net/mail
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00083.html (8,077 bytes)

39. [Shop-talk] OBD II code scanner (score: 1)
Author: "old dirtbeard" <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Sat, 23 Jun 2007 07:57:13 -0700
Hi guys, Today I need to buy an automotive OBD2 code scanner. It probably will only be used on newer (OBD2) GM cars. In looking at the range of hand held scanners offered, the prices run from $70 to
/html/shop-talk/2007-06/msg00100.html (6,810 bytes)

40. Re: [Shop-talk] Socket holders (score: 1)
Author: old dirtbeard <dirtbeard@pacbell.net>
Date: Mon, 2 Jul 2007 11:33:07 -0700 (PDT)
Hi Tony, I use the wire loop bracket peg board hangers. It is a great way to see what you have from across the room, but it doesn't help you take several over to the work area. I find myself walking
/html/shop-talk/2007-07/msg00023.html (8,309 bytes)

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