Here are some of the tings that I do have in my tool box as of now.Assorted Screw DriversDuct TapePlastic SheetingPainters TapeRavor and BladesHammerRubber MalletElectric Drill and BitsWood GlueSuper GlueAssorted Allen wrenchesRegular WrenchesCaulk and GunRubber, Electric, and Leather GlovesPlumbers TapeSocket Wrench SetPad Lock and KeySocket TesterOms meeterAssorted washers, screws, nuts, bolts, and hooksChannel Locks (added last night)

The gasket was LEATHER!

I read somewhere that the plungers in those days were leather, so it will be interesting to see what we find.

You don't want a brand new 65k pick up with new carpet and leather seats.

Just purchased a leather couch and love seat that cost $4900 at Ethan Allen for $250.

My wife & I built a new 23x12 kitchen addition, complete with a 4x7 island with leathered marble counter tops etc from scratch for a modest $15,000.

So far, I have both fabric and faux leather couches.

My sofa is all 100% custom leather.

Come to a crocodile infested river and go swimming...Personally I used to emphasize with tenants and the struggle against increasing rents.

Sub2, LO, SLO, OF, Wrap-AITD, etc see http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/3/blog_posts/41...It takes shoe leather, some flyers, knocking on doors, networking, gas, etc.But you can "bootstrap" alot.