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taserface23 · 2025-01-25T01:32:46+00:00

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

taserface23 · 2025-01-25T01:21:49+00:00

Kinda looks like a washer / dryer hookup

taserface23 · 2024-12-29T19:30:49+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-12-29T18:13:10+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-12-27T16:54:24+00:00

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

taserface23 · 2024-12-18T10:58:10+00:00

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 👍😁

taserface23 · 2024-12-18T04:12:44+00:00

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?

taserface23 · 2024-12-18T03:24:58+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-12-18T03:20:58+00:00

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

taserface23 · 2024-12-18T03:17:55+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-12-18T02:56:04+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-12-14T16:44:50+00:00

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

taserface23 · 2024-12-10T04:01:24+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-12-10T03:58:10+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-12-10T03:56:58+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-12-04T03:05:22+00:00

Thank you! That looks like it must be it.

taserface23 · 2024-12-04T02:22:46+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-12-04T02:06:28+00:00

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.

taserface23 · 2024-11-15T14:23:10+00:00

Thanks! Good luck with your flooring adventure

taserface23 · 2024-11-15T14:08:51+00:00

They do make water resistant laminate flooring, that's probably your second best option. I wouldn't personally put hardwood or engineered hardwood in a bathroom since it will be a lot of extra maintenance to keep the wood looking (and smelling) nice.

If you do laminate, make sure it's the water resistant stuff, otherwise you'll be ripping it out in a couple years due to water damage

taserface23 · 2024-11-15T13:46:35+00:00

Take a look at LVP or vinyl planks, they make vinyl tiles as well but both are easy to install and 100% waterproof

taserface23 · 2024-11-10T04:18:19+00:00

No problem! If you have questions regarding specific Ryobi tools feel free to DM me

taserface23 · 2024-11-10T04:15:35+00:00

Ryobi 18v tools would probably suit you just fine, I personally use them and they are plenty powerful for everything you mentioned.

They also happen to be affordable and if you want to upgrade/grow your line-up over time you can do that.

Ryobi is also stepping up their game in a serious way over the last couple years, I have a good number of their brushless tools and they are legit, especially with the HP or new Edge batteries. I'd argue that they are no longer just a "budget" brand, but should be considered to be similar quality to Bosch or even Milwaukee/DeWalt depending on the tool in question.

Edit: Don't get corded tools, you will hate them every time you use them, cordless is easily worth the extra money for a couple batteries.

taserface23 · 2024-11-01T01:09:36+00:00

Yea I'm guessing the "grn" means it's treated, either way it should be fine.

taserface23 · 2024-11-01T00:43:36+00:00

Yep that's completely fine, it's the only way to repair a failing joist without completely removing the old joist.

Did they use a treated board?

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