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[Jarhead0408]

Got a new wheel balancer for home use.

Its an Atlas WB-HS.

The repeatability of this unit has been amazing; removing, spinning and remounting provides the same results time and again, which is my books is the ultimate measure of greatness for a balancer.

Very nice! Source?

 

[Qualitytools]

Got a new wheel balancer for home use.

Its an Atlas WB-HS.

The repeatability of this unit has been amazing; removing, spinning and remounting provides the same results time and again, which is my books is the ultimate measure of greatness for a balancer.

Nice! Is that a white e30 with BBS wheels in the background?

 

[Qualitytools]

Not sure if it is a limited run set, but it is called "A Round of Screwdrivers" (Google and you'll find a lot of links).

Comes with bottle opener, sticker pack, coffee cup coasters and the round metal case. The holders for the screwdriver are cardboard so I won't keep the screwdrivers in there (they so pretty they going on the peg board lol). I'll use the case for a spare parts holder or something.

Used the flat head already for an easy Harley job. Quite happy.

Thanks for the info, enjoy!

 

[noid]

Nice! Is that a white e30 with BBS wheels in the background?

Yup!

Very nice! Source?

Got it new locally (canada) from some smaller outfit. In the US I think you can get them from Greg Smith equipment, if not google should bring up a few alternative places.

The hand spin unit has the same brain as the motorized models, so unless youre spining a ton a wheels I recommend getting the hand spin model.

 

[mr.lemons]

Used Ebay purchase.

 

[Samuel D]

Tiny little 0-.600" micrometer. Import so I didn't expect much, got it more for the novelty, but I wasn't happy with it so I sent it back this morning.

What didn’t you like about it?

Perfect broach rotation on all of them. That’s how it’s done! Nice set.

 

[darkzero]

What didn’t you like about it?

The frame had casting defects which made it look ugly. Looked like it was ground down on one area. Thimble was also very tight. I probably could have adjusted the spindle threads if I wasn't going to return.

 

[bsaint]

Fowler generally isnt top level stuff.


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[wolverinehusky]

Cheap AMZN offsets

Not so cheap digital caliper

 

[noid]

Reactionless air ratchet, no more hand slamming.

 

[DuratecMan10]

New to me pressure washer I got from the curb. Pump and motor work great, just needs a new hose and gun.



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[javyLSU]

Little green, little red, little chrome...



The green: Rechargeable neck light (ECHDC038G) digital LCD circuit tester (EECT400-TG) and Instinct-handled soft grip trim tool (ASG186BG).

The red: Magnetic headlamp (ASG186BG) and extendable shank bit driver set (SGDQ16KT).

The chrome: 12 pt. zero offset box wrenches in 14/17mm (XDHFM1417) and 3/8 / 7/16 (XDHF1214).

 

[Odd-job]

Some cross threading oopsies sometimes happen around my old house and equipment so finally invested in an Irwin SAE Tap and Die set to try to save me a trip to the hardware store since this pandemic seems to keep going. Bought on Amazon Warehouse for $70. Looks like Irwin started going cheap on the cases. Pic versus my older metric set below.

 

[16again]

Backsplash project here in the new house.
Wet saw for the glass tile.



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[will335i]

Backsplash project here in the new house.
Wet saw for the glass tile.



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I have the same tile saw. Worked great for my backsplash project.

 

[HenryAZ]

Replacing an ancient Bosch 1/2" with a new drill that has user friendly safety and usability features.

 

[zmotorsports]

My e-brake pliers arrived today.

 

[kudakev615]

Little green, little red, little chrome...

The green: Rechargeable neck light (ECHDC038G) digital LCD circuit tester (EECT400-TG) and Instinct-handled soft grip trim tool (ASG186BG).

The red: Magnetic headlamp (ASG186BG) and extendable shank bit driver set (SGDQ16KT).

The chrome: 12 pt. zero offset box wrenches in 14/17mm (XDHFM1417) and 3/8 / 7/16 (XDHF1214).

loved the SO neck light so much i bought second one recently. is use it around my head at the temples. i do a lot of interior work such as sunroofs and dash work and i cant work with out one. unfortunately it only last about 2 hrs on high so thats the reason for buying a second one

 

[sweet victory]

I got the new Snap On straight die grinder today. I think I prefer the right angle Milwaukee, but the straight Snap On. I love the fact this comes with a 1/4" and 1/8" collet, so this can be used as a dremel on steroids! I use my milwaukee dremel regularly to trim my dog's nails, and the Milwaukee has been getting louder and louder lately. I'm sure the pup will appreciate how quiet this thing is.

 

[Skin]

I saw the right angle. It looks crazy long. Am I also right in that it has an on switch and a wheel on a potentiometer controlling RPM like a cordless Dremel?

Not a fan of that since you cant vary RPM as you move along a surface by adjusting hand pressure. Also going to cause problems if you snag something like a rag. With a normal die grinder you just let go. With that thing you're going to flail around like an idiot for a good 5 seconds trying to shut it off as bits of rag go everywhere.

Not quite sure what they were thinking there. The trigger paddle off the right angle drill would of been ideal.

 

[designer485]

DeWalt 20v Inflator. I have had my eye on this one for a while and finally pulled the trigger. Very happy that I did, this thing is great. Dial in your pressure, press go and walk away. Come back when it turns off. It is not super fast, but I think it is quick enough to be impressive.

 

[sweet victory]

I saw the right angle. It looks crazy long. Am I also right in that it has an on switch and a wheel on a potentiometer controlling RPM like a cordless Dremel?

Not a fan of that since you cant vary RPM as you move along a surface by adjusting hand pressure. Also going to cause problems if you snag something like a rag. With a normal die grinder you just let go. With that thing you're going to flail around like an idiot for a good 5 seconds trying to shut it off as bits of rag go everywhere.

Not quite sure what they were thinking there. The trigger paddle off the right angle drill would of been ideal.

Yes, the right angle has the potentiometer style selector switch and on/off switch. It's indeed much much longer. I agree with you 100% with the right angle and paddle switch, which I why I have the Milwaukee for that one. Since I plan on holding this style of die grinder like I would a pencil, the on/off switch is going to be more ergonomic. Best of both worlds.

 

[Jarhead0408]

Yup!



Got it new locally (canada) from some smaller outfit. In the US I think you can get them from Greg Smith equipment, if not google should bring up a few alternative places.

The hand spin unit has the same brain as the motorized models, so unless youre spining a ton a wheels I recommend getting the hand spin model.

Gotcha. Thanks!

 

[ptgarcia]

DeWalt 20v Inflator. I have had my eye on this one for a while and finally pulled the trigger. Very happy that I did, this thing is great. Dial in your pressure, press go and walk away. Come back when it turns off. It is not super fast, but I think it is quick enough to be impressive.

I have the Ryobi of the same basic design and love it. Has come in very handy in the short time I've owned it.

 

[upgrading]

A couple things from Amazon
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[javyLSU]

A couple things from Amazon
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I have the Carlyle-branded version of those pistol-grip strippers - I absolutely LOVE them, they are my favorites for automotive wiring.

Yours look a little nicer with the comfort grip, nice grab.

 

[X1 Mike]

I added a couple the past two days. Capri Tools 1/4” drive long and short hex sockets. 2mm -6mm short and 4-6mm long. I have better sockets as my go-to’s but I am impressed with these so far.
Next is a 1/4” drive Snap-Op ratchet. I primarily use Matco for ratchets but I got the 1/2” version and liked it enough to add this one. Hundred bucks tax included off the truck today.




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[Snapped-off]

Extra long Gearwrench pliers

19" Williams handle for my 3/4" Snap-on ratchet head

1/8" Williams combo wrench

NOS FK936

 

[javyLSU]

New Mac dealer showed up with my order (and no A/C in the truck!!)

123 pc ratcheting hex bit driver set (SBDR123SA)



2 pc straight screwdriver/pry bar set (PBS2G)

 

[NKlamerus]

DeWalt 20v Inflator. I have had my eye on this one for a while and finally pulled the trigger. Very happy that I did, this thing is great. Dial in your pressure, press go and walk away. Come back when it turns off. It is not super fast, but I think it is quick enough to be impressive.

Absolutely love mine! I was prepared to get the Ryobi model but got one of these for 70$

I leave it in the truck, definitely beats the air compressor

The low pressure side kinda *****, I prefer the leaf blower with a funnel

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[Farmall450]

Picked up the 16" Echo CS352 to compliment my CS500P.

 

[1320]

New to me Hein-Werner 10 ton floor jack. It's wheels are wide enough that I can roll it across my gravel with no problem.

 

[Spacey_G]

New arrival, a PM 60HH jointer.

 

[jonesg]

I finally got a vertical press.
Maybe its for pressing blueberries.

 

[16again]

Not a tool, BUT it will be a work bench!


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[tig]

I have the Carlyle-branded version of those pistol-grip strippers - I absolutely LOVE them, they are my favorites for automotive wiring.

Yours look a little nicer with the comfort grip, nice grab.

Since I've been exposed to the below, I've pushed all traditional wire strippers to the back of my drawer. Once you go with one of these, you won't go back:

 

[Legion Prime]

Not a tool, BUT it will be a work bench!l

Instant workbench! Just add the bench, and you know . . . the work!
All I've got is a tape measure, I like it so far. The light is actually bright enough to use as a field expedient flashlight if it comes to that. It costs the same as I paid for my Milwaukee and the lock doesn't take quite so much pressure to operate. I'd say it's a keeper, even came with it's own charge cable.

 

[javyLSU]

Since I've been exposed to the below, I've pushed all traditional wire strippers to the back of my drawer. Once you go with one of these, you won't go back:

I'm interested to hear more about your experience with these. I was dead set on picking a pair up a few months ago, but kept thinking of the horrible experience I had with the Irwin automatic strippers. These are different, so I'm interested to know if these are any better.

 

[wolverinehusky]

CDI 3/8 Digital Torque Wrench. I have the 1/4" CDI, and decided to get rid of the crappy Kobalt 3/8. I didn't quite trust the Kobalt, and the Kobalt lacks flex head, but most importantly, it doesn't tell you the high torque value attained, which was a pain in the ****. The CDI has the flex head and provides highest torque value, so gonna make my life sooooo much easier.

The Gearwrench ratcheting stubbies are cool, but they came in pretty beat up. They were moving around in the packaging, and I wouldn't be surprised if they were restocked used as they had some scuff marks on them (AMZN order). Cheap so not gonna return they'll do the job.

 

[tig]

I'm interested to hear more about your experience with these. I was dead set on picking a pair up a few months ago, but kept thinking of the horrible experience I had with the Irwin automatic strippers. These are different, so I'm interested to know if these are any better.

I just bought a 2nd pair and grinned as I played with them thinking "Man, it's nice to actually get a quality feeling tool on amazon.com every once and a while."