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OT: Good garden hose, Craftsman RIP
That's what my Father-in-law did. He had one that he leaves out and waters with every day. The Goodyear is thick and tough. -
OT- Need info about running Windows XP in virtual mode under Windows 10
I just bought this. When it comes in, I'll probably have a few more questions. Thanks to all for the good advice. -
OT: aging and decluttering
I agree. Happy late birthday. I'm just 57, but time will sneak up quickly. Hoarded in my tool cabinets/boxes are some treasures that are junk to others. In the early 90s , we worked on some jobs where a planer gave was necessary. I bought one, and later acquired 2 more. These are useless to most... -
OT- Need info about running Windows XP in virtual mode under Windows 10
Thanks for that info! Great to know. -
OT- Need info about running Windows XP in virtual mode under Windows 10
Thanks for the info. That looks like a pretty good place for stuff like this. -
OT- Need info about running Windows XP in virtual mode under Windows 10
I'll try that first and see what it says. Thanks -
OT- Need info about running Windows XP in virtual mode under Windows 10
Thanks guys!! Do I need to get the PRO version of Win10? I have a couple of old XP disks. -
OT- Need info about running Windows XP in virtual mode under Windows 10
I have an old Cad program and a Cam program that was running on XP. The XP machine finally took a crap. Several people have told me about running older games and programs on Win 10 ,with a virtual program. Is this hard to set up? Let me know your experience with this. Thanks -
Machining confession thread.
I had a boss one time that would get madder than hell when I made comments like that. The other guys said the humor helped the situation. -
Machining confession thread.
You could have just machined one of the teeth off of it!!!😳😳😳😳😂😂😂😂😂😂 -
Need help identifying this machine tool
Here are some more pics. It appears to be a TPG or 321 size insert. I was wondering if it's a specialized cutter for valve seats in an engine , etc. -
Need help identifying this machine tool
It has a Morse taper #3 ( looks like). There are 2 measurement dials. It appears to be a boring or facing head. Any more info is appreciated. If you need more pics , just ask. Thanks in advance. -
Need info on pipe threading, machine, head, etc.
Anywhere from 16" to 40" so far. -
Need info on pipe threading, machine, head, etc.
Update: I took them to the shop that used to do them for everyone. Said he would do them and have them Monday. He is going to charge me $20 an end. His machine is a copy of a Ridgid type threader. Real heavy duty.