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July 25, 2011

I need to get a couple of sets of nipple extractors, also known as internal pipe wrenches.  Does anyone have any recommendations? 

July 21, 2011

 Recently, I post a YouTube Video introducing the Ultimate Work Bench Plans. Upon review, I decided it was too long for a promo and crossed over more into a tutorial.…

July 16, 2011

I've got a Werner 28-foot type I aluminum extension ladder, and, with my post-polio and this bad arm it's getting to be too much for me to handle.  I bought…

July 9, 2011

Saw is Bosch 1584 VS.......    tried changing blades as per diagram on saw........   cutting 3/4 BB plywood......   every so often the blade jumps loose. Question....   there is a groove in…

June 28, 2011

I'm building a pair of exterior doors and I want to make a copper sill pan and head cap flashings. I've been looking online for tools and am not sure…

June 25, 2011

This was featured in issue #218.  The article says plans are available at  //www.finehomebuilding/extras.  I finally have a place to make a little workshop and I'd love to reference these…

June 22, 2011

I have a thermolec electric duct heater which is giving me grief and I need help. I don't have model and serial but I will look it up if needed.…

June 21, 2011

It's been a long time since we bumped this discussion topic to the surface. So, what tool did you buy today (or recently?) My latest:

June 21, 2011

I am looking for a 16 gauge cordless finish nailer and I have already read the recent FHB article on cordless finish nailers.  The article did not really tell me…

June 12, 2011

Does any body use a palm nailer for hanging vinyl siding as opposed to hand nailing?