Got back my “overhauled” DeWalt 18v Battery operated Hammer drill. The overhaul was guaranteed not to exceed $99. That is the amount I paid plus sales tax (the legalized extortionists need their cut). Anyway, the “supposed total” would have been $250 if not for the $99 guarantee. It’s funny how the various parts when all […]
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Battery operated drills
Just thought I would put in my two cents worth on battery operated drills: 1. My old faithful is a DeWalt 18v 1/2″ Hammer drill. I purchased this about 10 years ago (maybe more). Aside from routine periodic replacement of batteries, it has served me very well. I use it mostly in my business and […]
Some more tasks completed…
Well, this week I have accomplished the following: 1. Got the old chain saw out and pruned some tree branches.2. Re-tilled one garden and helped wife create raised beds for veggies. (This is hard work!!!)3. Kids & I removed sod and some dirt from an area we are planning to put pavers on in the […]
Another Gate completed
I just finished building the 2nd of the 3 gates for the private/secluded hot tub area. Since this gate opening was approximately 48″ wide, I built a double in-swinging gate. I previously had built the south (more of a back entrance) gate. The double gate is on the north side and is one of two […]
More tasks checked off
Although I haven’t posted since April 22nd, that doesn’t mean I haven’t accomplished anything or have run away. Although not knocking off “a task a day” I have done the following: 1. Installed a 36″ louvered door to separate a living area from a laundry area. 2. Completed another 16 ft of fencing around the […]
Another small job done.
Today I replaced 3 electrical receptacles in the living room. The old ones were no longer making proper contact with plug prongs. Plug would be loose, almost to falling out. Anyway, this took about 30 minutes to complete. Cost for the receptacles: $8 at Lowes (I got the heavy duty, quality ones – you get […]
