Tackling a vehicle restoration in your home garage is as much about enjoying the journey as it is the final product. Nevertheless, without the right tools and equipment, that enjoyment can quickly turn to frustration and setbacks. Of all the things that can improve your odds, a properly installed compressed […]
We’ve all been told to make a place for everything and put everything in its place. My dad was always big win this, and it’s sound advice, really. After all, how can you put something away if you don’t know where “away” is? And the older we get, the more […]
Whether you’re making a patch panel or fabricating a new design from scratch, cutting sheet metal can be a challenge. The key to a good, clean cut is having the right tool for the project. Some tools are great for long, straight cuts while others are made specifically for making […]
No home workshop is truly compete without an air compressor. But spend any time working around one and you may soon find yourself wishing you didn’t rely on air to run so much of your shop. To put it mildly, conventional reciprocating-piston air compressors tend to be loud. Not a […]
The one piece of equipment no workshop should ever be without is a bench vise. A vise adds not only a measure of safety, but also versatility. In fact, a good vise is like having an extra pair of hands, especially when you’re working alone. But this ubiquitous chunk of […]
Like many other tools, CNC plasma cutters were once used primarily by businesses. And just as user-friendly design software and consumer-grade hardware have made 3D printing more accessible, the same basic technology transfer has now taken place for CNC plasma cutting. In fact, many a resourceful hobbyist has designed and […]
Depending on your perspective, 3D printers are now either as easy to use as a traditional home document printer or overwhelmingly complex toys that only tech nerds can really justify owning. And the truth probably lies somewhere in the middle. Regardless of how you feel, 3D printers are already an […]
Equipping your garage with compressed air can be a game changer if you spend a lot of time working in it. The convenience, power, and versatility of pneumatic tools can transform your humble workspace into powerhouse for serious projects. But whether you run a small compressor with a simple hose […]
Choosing a bench vise can be overwhelming if you aren’t sure what you’re looking at. After all, they all look more or less the same to the untrained eye. But there are several basic features you should consider to ensure you select the right one for your specific needs and […]
