Recent content by Jeff May

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    OT-Receiver Hitch Lesson Learned

    I always pull mine out. Get tired of banging my knees and shins into it or getting grease all over my pants. Plus, I have had one stolen once. I just put it in a plastic bag and either store it in a box behind the seat or in the trailer that uses that hitch.It's a cargo trailer, so I lock...
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    Unknown Tools

    OK everyone. Recently picked up some wooden boxes from a friend. While going through them I came across several tools I'm not sure about. Any thoughts would be welcomed. Thanks, Jeff
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    Need new torch outfit.

    I'm in need of a new oxy acetylene outfit. Priced Harris and Victors today at local supply company. I was curious if anyone on here has ever purchased any of the "Victor" type outfits off ebay? Being I would only use the torches maybe 4 or 5 times a year for heating or brazing something, I was...
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    GE window AC unit

    Thanks to all who responded. I decided to let this go. To old for the price, the guy wouldn't drop it any. I'll wait for a sale and grab a new one. Thanks again, Jeff
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    GE window AC unit

    Could use a little advise on this GE window unit. I'm looking at a used 23,000btu GE window unit for my shop. My main concern is when I went to look at it, the guy still had it in his window, he turned it on and it took 5 to 10 minutes for the compressor to kick on and start cooling. He claims...
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    Got some stuff today.

    I've got one of those railroad jacks. I've had it for over 30 years now, looks to be new. Never used it, haven't a clue what I'd ever have to lift that heavy. LOL... I pull it out from under the bench about once a year to vacuum out the dirt, put it back under til next year...
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    milling machine work lamps direct mount....

    If you have an IKEA store near you check there. They were selling small LED lights for around $10.00 They had clamp on and magnetic base types. Plenty of light, low voltage, and cheap. Check out some of the machine shop forums, there are a few articles from guys that purchased some. I have two...
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    Anyone get new tools for Christmas?

    Got a nice pair of Channel lock pliers. Don"t know if this counts as a tool, better half got me a Winchester safe. Really nice. Been meaning to get one for years now. She is the best...
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    parts washer

    I bought one from Tractor Supply about a year ago for $99.00 It's a 20 gallon unit. Being I just work on small stuff it was perfect. I use Varsol in it and have had it for over a year. So far, so good. I had tried a harbor freight unit a few years ago with the water soluble cleaner. Pump...
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    Air Compressor Outside

    Currently my 60 gal. single stage air compressor is inside my shop. I have been considering moving it outside in a closed in area attached to my shop. Summers here can get into the upper 90s and winters have been know to hit single digits. Although usually our winters are in the 20s and low 30s...
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    Best Bulk Carb Cleaner

    I need to purchase a new bucket of carb cleaner. I"m wondering what the best is that"s available on todays market. I mostly use it to clean carbs, and small aluminum motor blocks and parts. I"ve looked at Berryman"s and I"ve notice CRC makes some. I need a 5 gallon bucket size. Thanks, Jeff...
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    Parts Washer Pump Replacement

    Charlie, Thanks for the info. Any chance of getting a few pics of your setup? Thanks, Jeff
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    Parts Washer Pump Replacement

    I recently had the pump die in my HF wash tank. Some where I saw where a furnace burner pump and motor were used as a pump. Has anyone ever used one for a parts washing tank? I would think the pump outlet woulld be high pressure. Is there a way to "Y" it off and put a valve in place to control...
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