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Real Name is Thomas Gunkler
Lives in Benson, NC, United States
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Gunkler (Benson, NC)

the mega man cave

Benson, NC

07/13/2012 11:49 AM · Reply · Like ·

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

Can't see my picture, I posted it...

07/13/2012 11:49 AM · Like

MacArty (Grand Rapids, MI)

Try deleting this and doing it again. I want to see this man cave!

07/13/2012 12:04 PM · Like

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

Hardie Plank {{Cutting}}}

Anyone have a good suggestion on which blades to use on Hardie Plank Siding? I want real experience here, not something off of the internet. I have tried two different blades, just too much dust... I ... (read more)

11/14/2011 2:35 PM · Reply · Like ·

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PutnamEco

They do make specialty saws just for fiber cement boards. look at the Makita 5057KB as an example. ... (read more)

04/09/2012 9:57 AM · Like

Thewoodbutcher (Clayton, NC)

I am looking for a pair of shears to cut hardiplank siding. Any suggestions for brand names and stores who sell them would be helpful.

06/10/2012 10:37 AM · Like

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

Mouse Sander

It sands, and sands. Mine got a bit warm after some use, but it is an entry level detail sander, and I have used it one in 5 years. That is exactly what it is made for. Not a pro-sander. Overall: BUY ... (read more)

Black & Decker MS800B

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11/09/2011 9:42 AM · Reply · Like ·

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

Dewalt 18v Flashlight

Disclaimer: When I bought this light to add to my "black and yellow" collection, it was near the best light out there, and it worked with my 18v XRP batteries, so it was a quick sell. That b... (read more)

DeWalt DW919

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11/09/2011 9:37 AM · Reply · Like ·

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

DeWalt DC835KA

Works with old XRP 18v batteries, which is why I bought it. Has great torque, but I believe it could be a bit faster. Not sure how others perform in speed, but I know you loose speed to gain the torqu... (read more)

DeWalt DC835KA

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11/09/2011 9:30 AM · Reply · Like ·

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

Tool Inventory Program

I am looking for an inventory program to keep track of all my tools, and parts... anyone have any ideas. (Free would be nice)

11/08/2011 2:08 PM · Reply · Like ·

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DavidWinick (Ada, MI)

My best characteristic is my being a bit OCD. It makes knowing the locations of everything. HA! Most of the time. HA again.

02/13/2012 11:09 AM · Like

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

Agreed... But it would be nice still.

03/01/2012 1:53 PM · Like

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

DEWALT D28110

Entry-level Angle Grinder, and it works. Cutting and grinding is a breeze. If you are not used to angle grinders I would suggest a model that has a "soft-start" function. These tools start q... (read more)

DeWalt D28110

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11/08/2011 1:39 PM · Reply · Like ·

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

DEWALT D26441K

It sands, and makes a big mess. So it makes the grade. Buy it if you are refinishing flat surfaces and your fingers are tired. Has been working for years, and no end in sight. Overall: Definite BUY

DeWalt D26441K

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11/08/2011 1:35 PM · Reply · Like ·

Gunkler (Benson, NC)

DeWalt DW255

Does what it's paid to do! I bought mine used and marred up pretty good, and after using it myself for 10+years it is still ticking. Buy some extra #2 Phillips bits for it. Overall: Definite BUY