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cody1325
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I finally got to do some stuff outside the new-but-old house, but I managed to do something stupid and blunt the blade of my M12 Hatchet. So I got this:
Have to say it made a HUGE difference and was very easy to use. I've seen a lot of chainsaw sharpening contraptions, and everything seems to fall into the gimmicky, expensive or both categories. This thing is simple and pretty fast to use. This will work on the new EGO 16" chainsaw, and I have a 1/4" pitch version on the way for my pole saw (also EGO , which also saw a bunch of use on Sunday).
Nice! Ive got one of those myself, but haven't yet had the chance to figure out how to use it.
My Stihl 011AV (the saw my Granddad gave me and taught me how to use right near when he was almost no longer able to do anything) is at the dealer who sold it near 40 years ago for a long-overdue overhaul. It's getting new fuel lines (old return had rotted out), the engine gone over (kept getting oily spark plugs), and something about the tensioner (chain was constanly coming loose) and bar/chain oiler was mentioned by the guy at the counter.
If it wasn't my Granddad's originally (thus a lot of sentimental value), I would've bought a new cordless saw and rebuilt the Stihl myself. But, I'm not touching anything good until I can get a cheap Poulan I've got rebuilt--needs new fuel lines and primer bulb.
MWEric
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In case anyone is curious, this is the Cat yellow vs High Vis. Also the pliers are completely unbranded. 
It's simple - there are some great videos on YouTube. Let me know if you have trouble finding one and I'll post/send it.
It looked like renting the most basic version around here was over $500. In that case, I was protecting the two Japanese Cypress trees, which was a nice bit of skill by the guys dropping the tree. No chance I would have been able to handle that sucker (and it was an easy 65' tall...). I try to avoid the really brutal lessons
Yeah, the lifts are limited in height. If within their limits, the beauty is that you can drop a tree from the top, in sections as short as you want to make them (think firewood length). That's about as safe as it gets.
Mike
Just arrived, Capri Tools CP11750-M10XT 10 mm extractor wrench. Bought it off Amazon. I live in the rust belt so I'm sure this will come in handy. I seen this wrench tested by project farm and it came out on top against the other wrenches but the open end didn't seem all that great. I wonder why they didn't go with another design for the open end. Oh well.
cody1325
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Powerfields T-Post Puller Plate.
Got tired of having chains slip pulling posts with a Reese Hi-Lift knockoff, and I discovered this while looking at alternatives to get out a ton of posts.
Seems to be several companies making them, each with slight variations in the post and jack/chain ends. The Powerfields version was the only one sold locally (through Southern States), and I was surprised they had one.
Does it work--yes. Even with the crappy tolerances of the Reese clone (soon to be replaced by an actual Hi-Lift--which Rural King carries locally), I was able to get some posts I couldn't get out earlier this year (partly due to the drought--the wet conditions helped somewhat) with ease. I will recommend placing a wide scrap of lumber (I used a roughly 10" scrap out of a 2x6) under the jack to keep it from tilting and digging in to the soil.
Got tired of having chains slip pulling posts with a Reese Hi-Lift knockoff, and I discovered this while looking at alternatives to get out a ton of posts.
Seems to be several companies making them, each with slight variations in the post and jack/chain ends. The Powerfields version was the only one sold locally (through Southern States), and I was surprised they had one.
Does it work--yes. Even with the crappy tolerances of the Reese clone (soon to be replaced by an actual Hi-Lift--which Rural King carries locally), I was able to get some posts I couldn't get out earlier this year (partly due to the drought--the wet conditions helped somewhat) with ease. I will recommend placing a wide scrap of lumber (I used a roughly 10" scrap out of a 2x6) under the jack to keep it from tilting and digging in to the soil.
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nicks78camaro
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First order from Cat, maybe only one. Their website ***** for finding tools. But anyway $250 shipped to my house.
Nice deal on the pliers, looks like half of snap on msrp
shoggoth80
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More hype 
Recently decided to invest in a quality 1/4" inch lb torque wrench to fill in the space for all torque needs I'll likely ever need. Decided to go with the Gearwrench XP version and it's nicely made and thought it was a great find until I started examining it. The threads for the adjustment had a catch on every rotation and figured that might smooth out with a bit of use. Kept adjusting it +/- a handful of times and it wasn't getting any better. Unscrewed the end cap as it was labeled as being removable and noticed right away there were metal shavings binding the threads. Thought that was odd as it was indeed tagged as being brand new and shouldn't have slipped past QC. Will post a few pics of it... right away I returned it for refund and sought out a different brand.
Decided to go with the Central Tools version and it's clearly nicer made/more precise tolerances than the GW, didn't cost much more and the adjustment is butter smooth. Also has a neat push thru design for CW/CCW rotation instead of the very common lever.
Decided to go with the Central Tools version and it's clearly nicer made/more precise tolerances than the GW, didn't cost much more and the adjustment is butter smooth. Also has a neat push thru design for CW/CCW rotation instead of the very common lever.
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cody1325
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Love that color!
Pretty sure I've lost my Power Blue one somewhere that isn't on the property. Thus, chances are, I'll be needing a new one. Definitely going for a bright color this time.
JoAnn Fabric Store (a bit out of my comfort zone) has Fiskars and Olfa 50% off, so since it's next to Home Depot I checked it out. Most of the Fiskar scissors I saw were made in China. This pair was an exception, produced in Finland, at 50% off $12.49. The 12" x 18" self healing mat was also $12.49. The Olfa 6mm cutter was $4.99. Looks like Amazon has the scissors for $13.99 after a $6.00 off coupon.
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MWEric
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Ok I did make another order, navigating their website still ***** though. Socket set is 1/2” metric 10-21mm. It’s Snap on style markings not Williams. I’ll try to get a pic later. $188 delivered.
Hohn
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Wright ergo flex handles in 1/4 and 3/8. Works of art. Detented heads are super positive. Feel amazing in hand.
Ok I did make another order, navigating their website still ***** though. Socket set is 1/2” metric 10-21mm. It’s Snap on style markings not Williams. I’ll try to get a pic later. $188 delivered.
Looks like Snap On to me.
2ndGearRubber
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Wright ergo flex handles in 1/4 and 3/8. Works of art. Detented heads are super positive. Feel amazing in hand.
Those handles are under rated, super comfy despite just looking like a square.
MWEric
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For anyone curious. Williams USA, Cat, Snap on.
shoggoth80
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Any feedback on the 100t stubby? I've been eyeballing one for a few weeks now.SO puller set, long pics, small screwdrivers, and an FK100. I’m going to try out the 100 tooth, love the logo stamp but not the reviews on the new ratchets. We will see…
“Free” SO hat goes to my buddy that wears them.
Any feedback on the 100t stubby? I've been eyeballing one for a few weeks now.
I’m going to use tomorrow, I went with the stubby as it will be easier to manipulate (if any issues) the selector vs a long unit.
It’s thinner than the dual 80.
Oooh, those are nice!
Wright ergo flex handles in 1/4 and 3/8. Works of art. Detented heads are super positive. Feel amazing in hand.
Outlander
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Grabbed a new belt sander, best feature is dust collection seems to be better than those nasty little bags!
https://www.skil.com/120v-6a-belt-sander-7510-01/
It does the job and is way less noisy that my uncle's (RIP) Craftsman with the blown bearing!
https://www.skil.com/120v-6a-belt-sander-7510-01/
It does the job and is way less noisy that my uncle's (RIP) Craftsman with the blown bearing!
RichRiddle
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A few tools arrived this week. First up are another set of Tekton 30" clamps (on closeout) and a set of 1/2" Tekton tamper-proof triple square sockets in MT14-MT18 used to work on German-made cars. They are heavy duty and will work just fine. I ordered those after the set of VIM triple square sockets arrived and did NOT have the tamper-proof feature despite being advertised as such by the seller. The quality of the VIM triple square sockets proved worth keeping despite the lack of the tamper-proof feature....
Speaking of VIM, a set of VIM thin walled wheel lug sockets arrived along with some Fiskars utility knives. Utility knives always seem to disappear. Last in the lot is a wobble Koken 3/8" spinner/driver.
Speaking of VIM, a set of VIM thin walled wheel lug sockets arrived along with some Fiskars utility knives. Utility knives always seem to disappear. Last in the lot is a wobble Koken 3/8" spinner/driver.
A few tools arrived this week. First up are another set of Tekton 30" clamps (on closeout) and a set of 1/2" Tekton tamper-proof triple square sockets in MT14-MT18 used to work on German-made cars. They are heavy duty and will work just fine. I ordered those after the set of VIM triple square sockets arrived and did NOT have the tamper-proof feature despite being advertised as such by the seller. The quality of the VIM triple square sockets proved worth keeping despite the lack of the tamper-proof feature....
Speaking of VIM, a set of VIM thin walled wheel lug sockets arrived along with some Fiskars utility knives. Utility knives always seem to disappear. Last in the lot is a wobble Koken 3/8" spinner/driver.
Those Fiskars are my favorite.
TheRealBastard
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I couldn't pass up the sale today......$187 OTD + a bucket.
Lowlevel2021
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Also stopped by to take advantage of the HF Daytona sale, already have a 3 ton version, it’s great but on the heavy side. 
SC Fly Guy
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Just picked up the same rotary tool. I use the rotary tool a lot for cleaning and polishing old knives and tools and the M12 brushless is a nice upgrade.
Just an FYI for anyone thinking about ordering Milwaukee tools from "Joe's All Star Tools". Directly from Milwaukee customer support.
Be aware of who you're buying from, especially if warranty matters to you and being assured that you're buying genuine tools.
This applies to Amazon and other 3rd party sellers as well.
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The one thing I've had to warranty (and I forget now what it was - probably a battery) was bought from Amazon. They were hassling me about the lack of a receipt and made it sound like they weren't going to honor the warranty. I just told them I had no receipt because it was a gift, so they used the date code.
I'm not a fan of lying, but if it's a genuine product I don't see a reason they shouldn't at least honor it from the date of manufacture instead of a purchase date.
shoggoth80
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Couldn't say no at less than $17. I was waffling between these and the 3/8 set, but I use my impact driver quite a bit in these sizes.
PugetDude
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Bought one of these today, too.Also stopped by to take advantage of the HF Daytona sale, already have a 3 ton version, it’s great but on the heavy side.
A 2-ton Daytona jack to replace the leaking 2-ton Pittsburgh jack I bought ~6 years ago... Maybe I will get a few more years out of this one?
A 4" C-clamp for the welding table.
wafrederick
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He is an Authorized dealer
It's just an FYI. Take it up with Milwaukee.
CHI_Tool&Die
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A small order from KC Tool. A 5/16” 3/8” drive 12pt socket for work and a 1 1/16” 1/2” drive 12pt socket for work. Also bought a DOE 17/19mm, a deep offset DBE 8/10mm, and the 1B series offset combination wrench in 21mm.
I don’t use a ton of sockets at work so I’ve upgraded my sets to just the sizes I need. The Stahlwille are nice because they are slimmer than my other sockets. And the 12pt helps make them even more maneuverable. The Gedore wrenches are for home. I freaking love the 1B wrench series. I’ve basically moved over to all Gedore for my metric wrench needs.
I don’t use a ton of sockets at work so I’ve upgraded my sets to just the sizes I need. The Stahlwille are nice because they are slimmer than my other sockets. And the 12pt helps make them even more maneuverable. The Gedore wrenches are for home. I freaking love the 1B wrench series. I’ve basically moved over to all Gedore for my metric wrench needs.
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TheRealBastard
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Did yours come topped off with fluid? Mine was quite low. The box I bought did not appear to be a return. I am just curious if these jacks usually come with the right amount of fluid. I topped it off, and it works great, but I just found it strange.
PugetDude
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Still in the box until I get back to Phoenix.
PelicanPines
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I love that side handle on the 2 Ton. Our floor jack from 1972 or something... weighs a ton and is impossible to do anything besides DRAG IT.