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Real Name is Brian VandenBos
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vbos

I work for Rockford construction and love to build decks and custom built ins, but I can do most anything. I enjoy designing the things I build. Emial me if you need me to come take a look at what you need done! jambvandenbos@sbcglobal.net

vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

New hammerdrill

Anyone used this yet? It has a built in vac to collect the dust as your drilling. Just wondering if it works well. Interesting concept for working in finished areas.

01/16/2013 6:56 PM · Reply · Like ·

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JoshuaNorris (Grand Rapids, MI)

Nice alternative. Never would have thought. Always used tape and paper. Loading sticky pads in van now. lol. Sup V-bos.

01/20/2013 1:31 PM · Like

SkippySue (New Orleans, LA)

Hahaha I was just poking fun. But, maybe if we supersize them we'd really be on to something!

01/20/2013 8:05 PM · Like

vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

time saver

I hate using a hook blade to cut shingles so this tool is great for me. It cuts shingles like butter. I recommend this tool for anyone doing a roofing project. Striaght lines are easy to do with this ... (read more)

RIDGID R040SCA

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11/12/2012 6:22 PM · Reply · Like ·

JoshuaNorris (Grand Rapids, MI)

Nice!!

12/03/2012 5:33 PM · Like

KenPage (Kingston, TN)

I always went old school with a utility knife, this looks like it would be worth it for one roof!

01/15/2013 6:05 PM · Like

vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

What a great idea.

This tool is great. It has all the power as a corded version with the portability of a cordless tool. It has 3 speeds so you can dial up the speed to what your working on. This tool works great!!! rec... (read more)

Makita LXOB01

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11/08/2012 9:02 PM · Reply · Like ·

JoshuaNorris (Grand Rapids, MI)

5 stars in my book !!

12/03/2012 5:33 PM · Like

vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

good for pruning and small trees.

Great for pruning and small trees. great for people who dont want to mess with the maintenance of gas. A green option that doesn't require a cord be dragged around the yard. Lacks power to cut la... (read more)

Ryobi RY40510

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10/20/2012 1:38 PM · Reply · Like ·

vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

waterproof

I put an addition on the house that included a new garage. I framed in the old garage door up and put in a window. Well when we get alot of rain it leaks in where the foundation was cut out from where... (read more)

10/18/2012 8:47 PM · Reply · Like (4) ·

vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

todays project

We had to build a 16' x 16" shed on top of rocks on the roof of the Kenworth trucking building off 76th street today. It was a little challenging building on top of the rocks. Its for the B9... (read more)

09/18/2012 6:54 PM · Reply · Like (4) ·

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vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

This is my second year building this.

09/19/2012 9:53 PM · Like

djesde (Walled Lake, MI)

Looks good. Where is the door Ha Ha

09/26/2012 11:43 AM · Like

vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

truck jack

This is how to change a tire!!!

09/18/2012 6:48 PM · Reply · Like (3) ·

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TheToolShed (Grass Valley, CA)

"Hey you got a floor jack?"
"No...but I do have a fork lift"
"Problem Solved"

10/10/2012 1:06 AM · Like

JoshuaNorris (Grand Rapids, MI)

That was a good day. T-money on the tire swap!!

12/03/2012 5:34 PM · Like

vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

Truck jack

This is how to change a tire!

09/18/2012 6:47 PM · Reply · Like ·

vbos (Grand Rapids, MI)

nice battery

With this battery you get a fuel guage, which is great. All batteries should come with this feature. It has a short charge time and delivers plenty of power. These are a great option for cordless tool... (read more)