Bonj87 Posted October 23, 2007 Report Share Posted October 23, 2007 since its too cold to work on the truck in my non heated garage, ive decided to do small projects on the truck, but big projects around the house. one of them is finish my basement...as soon as i find a carpenter and a drywaller. (i dont know how to do it myself) the other is get myself a pool table.. anyone have a pool table that can give some advice on buying a pool table? i found a 3 slate 8 foot table on craigslist, but i dont know if its a good one, or a crappy one http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/tag/452885643.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJT13 Posted October 23, 2007 Report Share Posted October 23, 2007 good luck!! sounds like somthing that will take up most of the winter. I had a pool table in my last place but it came with the apt. so I have no info. sorry bro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbaker Posted October 23, 2007 Report Share Posted October 23, 2007 3 piece slate tables virtually require pro leveling. For someone that is patient and persistent, you can level a one-piece table. All 8' and 9' tables I've encountered are 3-peice. Bar size tables (7') are mostly one-piece. While not as large or challenging, it is pretty easy to locate a modified coin-op table that has been converted for home use. The amount of space required for a table is shocking to most that have not owned before - to be able to use a standard 57" on all parts of a 7' table you need a room that is 12' 9" x 16'. Other than that, take someone with you if you aren't able to assess rail/bumber wear, etc. Be prepared to act a little more quickly and possibly shell out a little more cash - fall is a popular time to look for tables. Good luck! Sounds like your place will be the spot this winter. Jared Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krambo Posted October 23, 2007 Report Share Posted October 23, 2007 I can't wait to finish my basement either. In fact, before I can start my next SSS project, the wife made me promise that either I build a full deck, finish the attic into a bedroom with a bathroom or finish the basement. Looks like the attic will be first on the list. Good luck and take some pictures!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockHead Posted October 23, 2007 Report Share Posted October 23, 2007 good luck !!!! Bro I'm geeting set up to do the living room ....... in a few weeks I will be get a 20 yeader so what fun ........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moog5050 Posted October 23, 2007 Report Share Posted October 23, 2007 Pick up some books on framing, eletrical, plumbing etc. In my last house, I finished nearly 1,200 feet in my basement with a new bathroom and wet bar in about four months, working nights and weekends. It really isn't that hard. I had no prior experience and everything came out fine. Spent about 6k on tools and materials, but it would have cost me at least 15k to have a contractor do it. I had a professional do the hung ceiling, that was it. Dry walling does suck though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireman31 Posted October 23, 2007 Report Share Posted October 23, 2007 Just finished my den at home, gutted it completely, took around 8 months of weekend work to finish. Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonj87 Posted October 31, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 (edited) ok i got the pool table!!!!!!!!!! 20 year old brunswich richwood slate table! its not back together yet. i have to finish the basement first. my van goh here.. my basic basment lay out design.. i THINK i can actually do this. the numbers are all in inches Edited October 31, 2007 by Bonj87 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonj87 Posted October 31, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 here is the table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonj87 Posted October 31, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2007 anyone know a place where i could get this manual without paying 20 bucks for it? http://www.classicbilliards.net/html/Antiq...Manual%20(1974) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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