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Here's a nice site I have bookmarked:
http://www.selfhelpandmore.com/switch-outlet/

-Jim

I don't think it'd help you, but this post reminded me of a post of Bob Smalser's that I really enjoyed. It's titled "Files, Filing, Filling and Finishing...Metal"...

25 miles here.
I am soooooo thankful I bought a Camry Hybrid last year.
I average 44~45 mpg.

- Jim

I have a few of those colorful squares on my floor.
I was pleasantly surprised to find that pvc glue will glue them together too.
- Jim

Glad you found the price. It also sounded like the two reviewers liked it!
- Jim

I got a good chuckle on myself. I also bought a plane, $5 with $9 shipping, a bargain like you have.
When I got it I compared pics, and it's the example "Stamped Frogs Are The Kiss Of Death" to stay...

Looks like it went for $99 new: http://www.epinions.com/reviews/Delta_Shopmaster_Bench_Top_Drill_Press_DP200
There was one listed on CL in Little Rock for $50.
And there's one in Boston for $75....

Correct, and also within 50 feet.
- Jim

Not quite following you.
You mean an outlet IN the breaker box?
Or a box with an outlet in it fastened directly to the breaker box?
We usually have an outlet available to connect corded equipment...

Mine was one of the originals. What is that, 30+ years old? Older?
Very high quality plywood, like marine grade.
I still use it constantly.
- Jim

Square D (among others) makes one, catalog number SDSA1175
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_hi?url=search-alias%3Dtools&field-keywords=SDSA1175&x=0&y=0
I would install this surge arrestor in your...

There is some good advice in this thread.
There is nothing wrong with Al wire. As long as it is installed correctly.
Aluminum got a bad rap because it's rate of expansion and contraction is greater...

Gosh, it sounded like I was waffling in that last post. I was also thinking about continuous duty ratings when looking that up over the weekend and I need to take another look.
But when someone asks...

I agree completely, and on a run of only 25', 10 ga. wire on a 30 amp circuit breaker will work fine.
And your point is well taken about 'continuous' loads. How many of us run our equipment...

NEC Table 430.248 lists a 5 hp, single phase A/C motor at 28 amps.
Your nameplate rating will most likely be a little less.
If you go strictly by the national electrical code, the circuit would be...

Sorry I can't help but I just did the same thing.
I got mine for $5.95. I guess those more knowledgeable (and who knew what to look for), weren't bidding.
I'll probably be asking the same question...

I agree with Charlie. Some more ideas I had:
You could also use pine, fir or spruce boards. Type and grade based on what you want to spend and what's available locally. The boards can be used for...

Charlie, I was wondering about that too.
Lewis says "Jason - it's the normal Romex that's used for baseboard 240V heaters - red outer sheath, 12 AWG wires inside - one red, one black, and a bare...

Excellent question!
Article 430 is really used for one motor and a dedicated circuit. As such, it's acceptable to "protect" 12 gauge wire with a 30 amp circuit breaker.
I like to use common sense....

From the NEC
Article 430.6 "Ampacity and Motor Rating Determination"
(A) "General Motor Applications"
(1) "Table Values"
... Table ... 430.248 ... shall be used to determine the ampacity of...

Ahh, here's a good treatise on the subject of motor circuits:
http://www.iaei.org/subscriber/magazine/00_c/johnston.htm

- Jim

I wish I were closer to Chicago too!
Funny, I just finished reading Christopher Swartz blog entry "A Sawing Contest"
http://www.popularwoodworking.com/techniquearticle?id=14853 with those same...

Yes, you'll be fine if you leave things as they are. Once again, I'll post a citation from the NEC code tonight.
But, I have to question whether you really need the 30 amp breaker?
Why not try a 20...

Wow. Feeling like I may be stepping into it, but here goes.
Yes the code limits you to 20 amps on 12 gauge wire.
Yes the code limits you to using 80% of a circuit breaker's rating.
Yes the code...

I've spent the last few days free time reading ALL these posts on "first planes".
Well, I've decided that instead of buying a Stanley 12-960 from the borg, or buying an older Stanley 60 1/2 and...