Astro_Pneumatic_Tools
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*gestures vaguely at one of my shouldn't be full but is full tool boxes*
Confess: What Tool Did You Not Really Need But Bought Anyhow? (Silly Stuff Included)
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Old Man Roger
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whateg01
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My daughter bought one and I thought nah, I don't think I would ever need one but after using hers I went and bought one.Everyone else that has one in “like new condition”, raise your hand
paulsomlo
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This thing - it was cheap enough, so why not? I've been all over the internet now and I still can't figure out what it does!
whateg01
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Paint can opener. Or door panel remover.This thing - it was cheap enough, so why not? I've been all over the internet now and I still can't figure out what it does!
Old Man Roger
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It’s meant to be wacked with a waffle tip hammer. 
bassJAM
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This thing - it was cheap enough, so why not? I've been all over the internet now and I still can't figure out what it does!
I keep a very similar one around. It's stored in a drawer marked "screwdrivers" but I'm 99% certain it's never successfully driven a screw. It does get used a lot though.
bassJAM
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I came across a deal on these two "wrench breaker bars". I can't recall ever needing one, but I figured maybe one day I will and they were about 75% off.
PelicanPines
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Ok... those that know me... know I have multiples of just about everything. I have a disease... tool-o-haulick.
I already have an impressive 3D printer tool collection to die for... but I have a new 3D Printer that I didn't need... soooo... will be here Saturday. For you porch pirates out there. Don't try it.
I already have an impressive 3D printer tool collection to die for... but I have a new 3D Printer that I didn't need... soooo... will be here Saturday. For you porch pirates out there. Don't try it.
Old Man Roger
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I've used two wrenches together more than once to create more leverage.I came across a deal on these two "wrench breaker bars". I can't recall ever needing one, but I figured maybe one day I will and they were about 75% off.
cody1325
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They're really nice with a 3/8 to 1/4 and then 1/4 square to 1/4 hex adapter (as my only one, a 1960s Craftsman is 3/8). They are extremely fast screwdrivers set up this way. And for loads of nuts and bolts that aren't high torque, they are awesome.
I really need to get a 1/4 (and probably 1/2 too) one on order. Most of the time though, I just use my brace drill with a 2-in bit chucked in it as a manual high-speed screwdriver.
cody1325
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Most of the time when I do drag out my "tip drill" (pin vise), it's for hobby stuff like that. Typically, holes no bigger than a precision screw.
Also, the tiny handles mean fewer bits broken--even on the larger end of "pin vise" bits (which are on the smaller end of regular drill bits in my use).
whateg01
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I've thought about making one many times. Every time I don't have time to deal with it then so I grab another wrench and lock that can down the road to the next next timeI came across a deal on these two "wrench breaker bars". I can't recall ever needing one, but I figured maybe one day I will and they were about 75% off.
bassJAM
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I did that once, nearly 25 years ago when I was replacing a clutch on my 88 Ranger and I only remember because my buddy helping me taught me that trick. Never had to do it again for whatever reason.
Old Man Roger
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I have the proper tools to never really have to do it, but it's usually just quick and easy to grab another wrench that's sitting right next to where I'm working.
Which probably means I wouldn't use the tool either.lol
Drkuhar
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These are great for cleaning small engine carburetor jets that are plugged shut with old gas
LopezBart
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Drill bits tend to enlarge jets unless very carefully used. A safer technique is to use fine brass or copper wire.
What the heck are you smokin' ?? We all know that's a chisel.
I asked the wife as a Christmas gift, she complied, for a Dewalt 12" double bevel sliding mitier saw with stand. I actually thought I was going to use it to cut the material to build the rafters for the shop addition. I didn't and already had a smaller Dewalt miter saw. I have used it a few times and kind of feel foolish knowing what she spent on it.
Toolbox incense?This thing - it was cheap enough, so why not? I've been all over the internet now and I still can't figure out what it does!
DGersic
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Everyone else that has one in “like new condition”, raise your hand
Not me.
Wore out the power switch, had to repair it once. Have worn out several drums. The shroud shows plenty of wear and tear.
Lorydr
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I'm in the hunt for a laser level. I promise to use it more than once. Once I start some new projects that would need a laser level.
I bought one of those Wera tool check + everyone raves about. It was on woot and for about $40 off and that was too much.
If it's supposed be the one tool to do everything why does it have duplicate bits and even duplicates of pozidrive bits. I would not recommend it for any reason. I threw it on my desk at work and the one time I needed it, it didn't have the bit I needed.
If it's supposed be the one tool to do everything why does it have duplicate bits and even duplicates of pozidrive bits. I would not recommend it for any reason. I threw it on my desk at work and the one time I needed it, it didn't have the bit I needed.
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pcrov
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This tiny little Engineer bit driver was too cute to pass up.
Just look at the lil guy! Here he is with his big brother, a Craftsman stubby.
Just look at the lil guy! Here he is with his big brother, a Craftsman stubby.
Prospecter
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I got a 12" (non-sliding) CMS to do trim work. I end up using my 10" though. It's lighter, more precise, and the blades are less expensive.
Old Man Roger
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Fixed that for you.My F150 ... should have bought an Honda Ridgeline?!
Beerhippie
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I swear I once saw someone use one of those prybars to remove a screw!This thing - it was cheap enough, so why not? I've been all over the internet now and I still can't figure out what it does!
As for me, just every damned tool that I bought based on recommendations from a shady website called Garage Journal. Don't listen to those loons!
Ooh--that looks cool! Not sure what it is or what it does, but... I don't have one!
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sparky 1971
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Yesterday I ordered a Proto 90 tooth, 1/4" drive, 9" flex head ratchet because I wanted to. It will probably sit in the drawer with the other long 1/4" ratchets that have never been used. I always grab a Gearwrench or Tekton 6" flex or a SK roundhead fixed.
I bought a 28' fiberglass extension ladder because my day to day 24' wasn't going to reach and I decided the 32' was too heavy. It's been used that one time in the 10 years I've had it.
I'm sure I will think of others and will edit.
I bought a 28' fiberglass extension ladder because my day to day 24' wasn't going to reach and I decided the 32' was too heavy. It's been used that one time in the 10 years I've had it.
I'm sure I will think of others and will edit.
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BlakeTheCarGuy
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I use those all the time on seized tie rod jam nuts when doing alignments. Beats having to waste time heating it with a torch.I came across a deal on these two "wrench breaker bars". I can't recall ever needing one, but I figured maybe one day I will and they were about 75% off.
I bought a set of these (cheapo on amazon) after fight some tight spot assembly. I don’t believe I’ve ever used ?This tiny little Engineer bit driver was too cute to pass up.
Just look at the lil guy! Here he is with his big brother, a Craftsman stubby.
whateg01
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I have a tendency to need a tool I don't have for one job. I manage to get the job done without it. The next time I see the tool I needed, I buy it. Then that job never comes up again.
pcrov
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That is the tool warding off the job. The job fears the tool.
Anything that is sold by Snap-on, MAC and Cornwell that I don't currently own is on the shopping list.
As you can imagine, this means there have been numerous purchases that were not technically needed but purchased anyhow.
Waiting until after you need it to buy it is a rather silly concept, so I buy things ahead of time.
You should too.
Old Man Roger
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Thems crackhead prices.lol
mike93lx
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I just sprung for a propress setup too... It's amazing!
I hate to admit it, but I went vevor. It was well less than half the price of used Milwaukee and with how much I'll use it, it will likely last damn near forever.