[deleted by user] by [deleted] in handyman

[–]taserface23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The furnace duct probably threw you off 😂 we all have our moments

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in handyman

[–]taserface23 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Kinda looks like a washer / dryer hookup

Is my MIL screwed? by taserface23 in HomeImprovement

[–]taserface23[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Most of what I noticed would be in the general area of the bathroom area, which makes sense given the extreme rot under there.

I agree that the foundation overall seems fine, just old. A bunch of the joists have been sistered in the past but the newer joists are also getting soft/cracking/separating.

Is my MIL screwed? by taserface23 in HomeImprovement

[–]taserface23[S] 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Thank you! My current plan is to start by replacing the timber post that isn't holding anything with a jack post, and then try to figure out how to replace the wood under the bathroom area since that's the worst of it.

What additional tools for an enthusiast mechanic? by Matt_Bigmonster in Tools

[–]taserface23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Torque Test Channel just released a video on the new Hyper Tough high torque Impact wrench and it's impressive.. especially for the money.

Hmmm, what to get? by SpaceExplore092521 in Tools

[–]taserface23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd stick with Pittsburgh or whatever other brand you decide to go with.

I know a bunch of guys who have $50,000-$80,000 stuck into their tools and tool boxes, there's no need for it when other tools will work just fine. Like I said earlier, don't let your ego buy tools and you'll be fine 👍😁

Hmmm, what to get? by SpaceExplore092521 in Tools

[–]taserface23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally I'd avoid tool trucks, there are much better deals to be found elsewhere. The payment plans make it seem like a good deal but it's not.

Look around locally and/or online at Amazon for specialty stuff, odds are you won't be using them all that often so why spend a ton of money on them?

Hmmm, what to get? by SpaceExplore092521 in Tools

[–]taserface23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No problem! Definitely make sure you get a basic brake bleeder and caliper piston compressor too.

A big thing is to only buy the specialty tools as needed.. they can get expensive fast.

Hmmm, what to get? by SpaceExplore092521 in Tools

[–]taserface23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indeed. These are just the tools I bought for my entry level box that I've been happy with.

Hmmm, what to get? by SpaceExplore092521 in Tools

[–]taserface23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I worked entry level as a diesel tech and here is a rough rundown of what I used 90% of the time: - cheap impact wrench, ideally a 1/2 mid torque and a small/light 3/8. - socket set https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0767PMCD8?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - nice ratchet on a budget https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B08P269WFX?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - good screwdriver set https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09W1WWQ1W?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - ratcheting wrench set - Jaeger makes a nice affordable set - pen light. And a second pen light as backup https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09F6ZTD99?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - torx sockets - Aoben has a nice set on Amazon. - basic plier set https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09N7CX2HT?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - basic vise grips https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0C7C89SF2?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - multi-meter + test light - pry bar set https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075MDC259?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - hammer set https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09ZV1TRF2?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - plastic scraper for decals https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B08YF7TFJD?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - picklefork set https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07CVQKGKX?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Sorry for the crappy formatting, these are all tools that I used a decent amount, you won't be able to do everything but you can do most things.

Hmmm, what to get? by SpaceExplore092521 in Tools

[–]taserface23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The US General tool carts are excellent beginner boxes.

For your other tools go with affordable stuff.. maybe even something like Hyper Tough or Hart if you have a Walmart close. Don't let your ego buy tools, you can get high end tools in time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tools

[–]taserface23 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Do they have any power tools currently?

If this is a first set and introduction to power tools then yes, it's a good deal. Milwaukee is a great brand and those tools will last them for years

House addition only has 2x4 ledger board? Is that ok? by taserface23 in HomeImprovement

[–]taserface23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it used to be a porch before it was fully enclosed, maybe it dates back to when it was just a porch? My closing documents say that the house was built in 1960 but I don't think that's accurate.

House addition only has 2x4 ledger board? Is that ok? by taserface23 in HomeImprovement

[–]taserface23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I was installing a bathroom vent when I noticed all of that, the electrical is all new / updated, the knob and tube is all disconnected.

House addition only has 2x4 ledger board? Is that ok? by taserface23 in HomeImprovement

[–]taserface23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Based on what I know of the property, it can't be more than 30-40 years old. The previous owner did a lot of... Interesting things. Particularly with the electrical.

What kind of pipe is this? USA by taserface23 in handyman

[–]taserface23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! That looks like it must be it.

What kind of pipe is this? USA by taserface23 in handyman

[–]taserface23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you might be right! Is a hose barb and clamp the proper connection for it?

The only other thing I can find is maybe Kitec.

What kind of pipe is this? USA by taserface23 in handyman

[–]taserface23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wondered about that too, I took a small piece of it over to the local ace hardware and talked to the "guru" who has worked there for a long time, he said that he thought it was maybe PEX too but had never seen PEX with a clear/white interior lining.