compprep
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Why not buy a "nail set"? Same idea.
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Where's the DIY in that?Why not buy a "nail set"? Same idea.
Did he wink at you when he put the nail in your trousers?Actually, it was Ace hardware and the associate himself did just that for me!

I think a "Nail set" is the opposite of what the poster made.Why not buy a "nail set"? Same idea.
Did he wink at you when he put the nail in your trousers?![]()
I had a feeling that’s where this discussion was going…!Is that a nail in your trousers or just pleased to see me?![]()
Found my levelI had a feeling that’s where this discussion was going…!![]()
There isn't. Not everyone has a lathe or access to one. Just suggesting there's other ways.Where's the DIY in that?
Not talking about "Your" nail set!I think a "Nail set" is the opposite of what the poster made.
Lathe?! I wish.There isn't. Not everyone has a lathe or access to one. Just suggesting there's other ways.
That's a great idea!Lathe?! I wish.
Used a small but heavy drill press vice with a notch to hold the nail vertical. Drilled 3/16 bit.
It's the little things.
Shop lift them instead of buying?Where's the DIY in that?
3K miles? I’ve taken road trips longer than that!Went out for a quick rip.
Just passed 3k miles tonight.
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