four.cycle
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^ I recently bought two pairs of the Tsunoda KBN-150 - one for me, the other one for a buddy... it's still sitting on my kitchen table.
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The trouble with buying more storage is that I only do it when the drawers are too full to easily remove things from them already. I just picked up an additional box recently and it was full the same day!
PelicanPines
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Its a slippery slope... I'm at the point... If I buy something... I have to sell two things first.
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JerseyBoatBuilder
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How are those? I have been reading about them there. Any body rub their arm against one of the cuts on the wire tie to see if it scrapes the arm? The Klein flush cutters are **** for that kind of performance. The person that bought the PN-125's and raved about them never posted any proof of their performance
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The FedEx guy and USPS came to the house today while I was working and left these for me.
four.cycle
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RE: Tsunoda KBN 150 flush cutting pliers for plastic zip ties:
I bought two pairs. First pair arrived. I walked out into the back yard, where I have a couple dozen pinwheels attached to a wire fence with zip-ties that I never bothered to clip off. Walked down the fenceline, snipping each one off.
Then walked back and rubbed my fingers over each one.
Mission accomplished.
THIS is the one you want. That little Klein model (about $8 bucks at Pratt Electric) was worthless, although another member here said he's perfectly happy with his. Go figure.
Second pair is still on the dashboard of my truck, waiting to be delivered to a buddy of mine.
The reason I wanted something like this is because when I assemble a mower, I like to secure the control cable to the handlebars with a zip tie. There is NO WAY I'm going to send a mower out that's going to slice open my customer's arm when they're changing the bag, so what I have been doing is using a file to file the cut-off end down smooth. I will not be needing to do that in the future.
NO idea why the part number is different on the package and different on the pliers themselves.
And be sure to pay careful attention to the instructions on the package.
(* If I understand correctly, the KBN-125 is a downsized version of this... I may be confused on that point.)
YMMV
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A fingernail clipper works great for flush cutting zipties with no sharp edges.
zimman
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Almost there. Got a few more things to get back to normal. LOL
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dante2
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That's how I usually operate unfortunately.
Motorman55
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Last of the Milescraft small wood tools order arrived late yesterday afternoon.
1. Milescraft Drill Block. 9 Hole. 3/32" to 1/2"
2. Milescraft Center Finder
1. Milescraft Drill Block. 9 Hole. 3/32" to 1/2"
2. Milescraft Center Finder
Prospecter
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What is the reasoning behind the intriguing curvy sides on the Drillblock?
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I can only speak to the KBN-150 and the cuts are super flush. No risk of cutting arms/hands at all.
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WWheeler
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Pretty sure it's just ergonomics so you can hold it easier.
esben57
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This Mitutoyo digital calliper at car boot sale today. £20 very clean. Have been after a new one, either this make or decent. £50 - £90.
It's made in England, not Japan.
Need a case now.
By minutes I just missed a Snap on 3/8" ratchet - £30
four.cycle
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Without even having it in my hand, I can see how that "curvy" design would be easier to keep a steady hold on than the straight sides of competitive models, like the "original": the "Big Gator":
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Inspired not by this thread but chatter over at Bob Heine's Auto Emporium, I got this carb jet/welding tip cleaner. I have no carbs or welders (yet) but it looks like a handy thing for poking and cleaning, and hey, $4.99 from Amazon.
I will call it Pokey.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09B3T85BM?tag=atomicindus08-20
I will call it Pokey.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09B3T85BM?tag=atomicindus08-20
dante2
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Probably the HF modifyers group. I'm mostly on the YJ Wrangler groups helping out or causing trouble depending on who you ask.Pretty sure I just saw your post on FB in a Harbor Frieght group?
Motorman55
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- Patented ergonomic design conforms to grip for comfort during use.
Does cheap garbage from WM count???
Took a chance on this for the RV. Might return it, not sure. Has VERY little power, I think my kids' toys had more torque...
Has only two redeeming features: USB-rechargeable and very, very small size.
Mike
Took a chance on this for the RV. Might return it, not sure. Has VERY little power, I think my kids' toys had more torque...
Has only two redeeming features: USB-rechargeable and very, very small size.
Mike
Beerhippie
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I struggle to see how USB charging is a redeeming feature. It's slow to charge, compared to a tool with a removable battery that can be swapped out and charging while you use the second battery.Does cheap garbage from WM count???
Took a chance on this for the RV. Might return it, not sure. Has VERY little power, I think my kids' toys had more torque...
Has only two redeeming features: USB-rechargeable and very, very small size.
Mike
I guess you could have two of the screwdriver so one is charging while the other is in use... probably cheaper than a second M12 battery.
merkyworks
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Inspired not by this thread but chatter over at Bob Heine's Auto Emporium, I got this carb jet/welding tip cleaner. I have no carbs or welders (yet) but it looks like a handy thing for poking and cleaning, and hey, $4.99 from Amazon.
I will call it Pokey.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09B3T85BM?tag=atomicindus08-20
I’ve heard these are also good for cleaning out clogged windshield wiper fluid nozzles.
Aha! I've been using bread ties' wire cores all of these years.
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Someone somewhere posted this 1400 watt Weller heat gun for $38. $78 now. Thanks to whoever is responsible. It’s an excellent well built gun.
That's a hot deal!
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A couple new adds
Last of the Milescraft small wood tools order arrived late yesterday afternoon.
1. Milescraft Drill Block. 9 Hole. 3/32" to 1/2"
2. Milescraft Center Finder
I'm kind of a sucker for most marking/measuring tools I see. I have the Rockler version of that center finder. It's come in really handy on a couple of projects. I keep one of those short pencils from the mini-golf course around for it. Fits perfectly.
BlakeTheCarGuy
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Couple new tools the last few days. Took advantage of the 40% off torque wrenches and picked up this 3/8. One of my coworkers has it and it’s the only one that will fit under the seats for the Toyota OCS sensor recall. Decided since I’ve borrowed it about 20 times that I had to get my own. $65 with the discount. And then a fluid transfer pump aka “big syringe” as I call it lol. Great for differential or transfer case fluid changes and certain other fluids too. Another tool I’ve had to borrow so I got my own. I think I paid around $17 for the syringe on eBay.
It's nice to know that miniature golf still uses little pencils and paper. They don't ask you go to get an app?
Couple new tools the last few days. Took advantage of the 40% off torque wrenches and picked up this 3/8. One of my coworkers has it and it’s the only one that will fit under the seats for the Toyota OCS sensor recall. Decided since I’ve borrowed it about 20 times that I had to get my own. $65 with the discount. And then a fluid transfer pump aka “big syringe” as I call it lol. Great for differential or transfer case fluid changes and certain other fluids too. Another tool I’ve had to borrow so I got my own. I think I paid around $17 for the syringe on eBay.
Gotten anything at NAPA lately?
BlakeTheCarGuy
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I haven’t. I want to try the new style Carlyle stuff but they just don’t seem like what they used to be. That and Napa and their banker hours makes it hard to make it out that way in the time frame they are open. I do plan on getting one or two new Carlyle items at some point to try though. I think the coupon might expire soon so I gotta make it out that way.
Yeah, better read that fine print!
I've got a big new NAPA in my part of town now and they're open until around 7 pm on weeknights, which is nice.
Kasal
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The delivery guy just dropped this off: Wera 3/8" Locking Extension and 1/4" Locking Bit Handle KS Tools
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These just in: NWS ErgoCombi pliers, Felo wooden handle screwdriver set, CP 3/8" Air ratchet promo kit, Russian 24h watch
Rgrds
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USB charging is only an asset because I most often camp in the RV without plugging into electricity or running the generator (which would be a waste of gas just to charge a tool battery). I have a small inverter, but insufficient onboard battery capacity to do much without the motorhome's engine running.
This silly little thing was less than $20.
I do see an RV-dedicated M12 setup in my near future...
Mike