Forum: Tools
07-30-23, 09:48 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 71,618
I got this as a backup and we built an new shop...
I got this as a backup and we built an new shop and my other compressors and not up and running just yet. I am using this compressor as the primary one just for plasma cutting and die grinders.
It...
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Forum: Conservation
07-04-23, 05:11 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 47,356
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Forum: Other Improvements
12-02-22, 04:19 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 47,182
Chevy Volt Upgrade
We have a 2017 Chevy Volt Premier that is fueled about 50/50 with sunshine.
Last week we put 3910 miles on to got to Utah from Iowa and noticed that my wife had a valid point. The heat for your...
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Forum: Tools
10-21-22, 03:21 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 42,062
Harbor Freight welding table clamp.
I needed some fixture clamps but they are very expensive.
So I bought Harbor Freight Clamps on sale $19.95
and some 16mm shoulder bolts welded them to the cut off clamps.
I will probably cut the...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
08-21-22, 02:44 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 43,623
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
07-31-22, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 59,377
Those little sealed lead acid batteries usually...
Those little sealed lead acid batteries usually don't last long even in the best of conditions, they're built to be cheap. Not to mention largely obsolete when lithium batteries are cheaper nowadays....
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Forum: Lawn and Garden
06-26-22, 07:34 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 64,035
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Forum: For Sale / Trade / Wanted / Web Finds
05-30-22, 06:40 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 60,240
Freecycle
Not sure if its everywhere but I have found Freecycle to be a good resource. I have been able to do a lot of things there. (mainly stuff I give away)
freecycle.org
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Forum: Lawn and Garden
04-12-22, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 27,070
For places you want things to grow in again, a...
For places you want things to grow in again, a gallon of cooking/canning vinegar plus a tablespoon of soap (dish soap, laundry soap) does the "kill once" thing okay. Using concentrated vinegar works...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
02-28-22, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 36,939
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Forum: Tools
02-04-22, 10:43 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 23,073
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Forum: Energy Storage
02-02-22, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 47,436
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
01-27-22, 11:08 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 36,642
My DIY Geothermal Heat Pump Install
Hello everyone.
I'm experimenting with my own DIY Geothermal Heat Pump install and wanted to share my progress. This is my second "Geothermal heat pump" project attempt and the fourth "DIY heat...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
01-20-22, 05:13 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 20,769
Monthly usage update
My Mr.Cool 5 ton heat pump has been preforming flawlessly. I believe the coldest its seen yet is -15 and it still kept up. The following 2 images are from our sense energy monitor showing the use...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-20-22, 01:52 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 25,131
Griddle - Redneck style
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It’s been awhile since posted anything so here we go...
Griddle - Redneck style...
So, I was looking at getting in on the gas griddle craze and cooking outside to keep the smell,...
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Forum: Tools
01-07-22, 12:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 51,196
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Forum: Tools
12-20-21, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 51,196
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
12-19-21, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 20,769
The second time is easier
I got the unit replaced and seriously it could not have been any easier to do. Swapping out for an identical unit was almost tool less. Anyway the new unit is in and as weird as it may be it is much...
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Forum: Solar Heating
12-19-21, 04:28 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 17,791
Project update
Yesterday I picked up my tank. It was brand new old stock. It is 1600 gallons with its length around 10'. It was made to be used horizontally but I will be standing it up on end. There are so many...
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Forum: Tools
12-13-21, 10:29 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 14,900
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Forum: Conservation
12-06-21, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 67,457
The diesel heater works!
Installed it temporally, since it's only to be used during long power failures.
On Low Heat, it heats up my workshop pretty well.
On medium high heat it's heats the shop faster. No CO detected....
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
11-23-21, 06:11 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 10,729
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Forum: Introductions
10-31-21, 09:42 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 22,205
My 10.25kW system has been installed and...
My 10.25kW system has been installed and commissioned by a local contractor. A few days ago my local electric utility installed their bi-directional smart meter and we're good to go. :)
My...
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Forum: Lawn and Garden
10-22-21, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 375
Views: 524,594
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Forum: Solar Heating
09-29-21, 12:09 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 31,788
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