Sounds like you would be very happy with the original PP, power and ground remotely and cheap, I don;t use my PP3 much other than that.
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I love my PP3. All the models that came after the PP3 were too fancy for me. Sadly I don't get to use much anymore these days. Heck I still have my PP2 that works perfectly fine.Powerprobe3 came in from Amazon - ordered it when price dropped to $104 last week. I had $60 in points to use, so total out of pocket was $40 and change for this purchase. Can’t complain!
What's funny is HF actually sells the PP3. Couldn't believe my eyes when I saw it in store a while back. Their price is high though.
A few goodies from KC Tool
Picard hammer, Wera mag/demagnetizer (can't believe it took me this long to get one), Felo impact bits, holder, and offset screwdriver.
Then I've been wanting to check out Heyco for awhile, so I decide to fill in some gaps and picked up a 6mm wrench and a 10mm slotted. The open end of the wrench is a lot bulkier than I was expecting. Which is a shame, because I bought it to replace an old/cheap Craftsman one that was...wait for it....too bulky. The fit is pretty darn loose, as well. The screwdriver is very nice, though.
Picard hammer, Wera mag/demagnetizer (can't believe it took me this long to get one), Felo impact bits, holder, and offset screwdriver.
Then I've been wanting to check out Heyco for awhile, so I decide to fill in some gaps and picked up a 6mm wrench and a 10mm slotted. The open end of the wrench is a lot bulkier than I was expecting. Which is a shame, because I bought it to replace an old/cheap Craftsman one that was...wait for it....too bulky. The fit is pretty darn loose, as well. The screwdriver is very nice, though.
ZRX61
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I wonder how old that screwdriver is... it still says "W Germany" on it. I've been thinking about buying a set of Heyco screwdrivers, but it's a want, not a need & based purely on them being green.A few goodies from KC Tool
Picard hammer, Wera mag/demagnetizer (can't believe it took me this long to get one), Felo impact bits, holder, and offset screwdriver.
Then I've been wanting to check out Heyco for awhile, so I decide to fill in some gaps and picked up a 6mm wrench and a 10mm slotted. The open end of the wrench is a lot bulkier than I was expecting. Which is a shame, because I bought it to replace an old/cheap Craftsman one that was...wait for it....too bulky. The fit is pretty darn loose, as well. The screwdriver is very nice, though.
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d.mcfarland
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It's brand new.
2ndGearRubber
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A test light with a know load and voltage dropping the circuit is best IMO. Power probe is for activating things. Imagine you are missing a ground, power probe let's you confirm the the circuit is otherwise functional by supplying a ground.
Them being green is what drew me to them as well. And the fact that they are hard-handles is what I'm using as an excuse to move them from the "want" to the "need" category...I'm currently down to only soft handles in the toolbox.
Yes it's new, but the fact that it is labeled as "W Germany" is what is throwing him, and me, off. Given the fact that there hasn't been a West Germany since 1990, it's pretty strange to see a new tool claiming to be made in West Germany.
BlakeTheCarGuy
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Some Harbor Freight stuff. Had to get the extension warrantied then I just bought the rest of the set. They warrantied it with no problem at all. He did say though if i would not have had the piece that broke off he would not of been able to warranty it. Who knows if that’s true or just something he thinks. Glad they didn’t give me any pushback on it though. Also got the free light too.
Dave455
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Had to get some router cutters yesterday. Ended up driving further than I wanted, but I suppose having to visit two places to find three router cutters is the way things are at the moment.
One place had some Japanese tools. Not makes I’d encountered before, but obviously decent.
Couldn’t resist some C.K. “Heavy Duty” screwdrivers for my road box. I don’t normally like striking cap screwdrivers, but I like these, and already have some.
One place had some Japanese tools. Not makes I’d encountered before, but obviously decent.
Couldn’t resist some C.K. “Heavy Duty” screwdrivers for my road box. I don’t normally like striking cap screwdrivers, but I like these, and already have some.
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BmwTechZiggy
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to me its a lot easier than using a multimeter in most situations as u rarely have to find a good ground and can just focus on testing ****. that being said u gotta be careful adding power/ground to certain circuits as if your not careful u can fry modules. In the end i still use my multimeter but end up reaching for probe more often
Wiz02
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Can you use it to find bad / intermittent ground connections?
BmwTechZiggy
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im not sure. i have the power probe 3 i think and just use it for checking voltages etc and applying power/ground. havent really stumbled across poor ground conditions besides on bmws when its almost always the obvious main engine ground being wasted.
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javyLSU
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Yep, my two most frequently used functions are component testing, and testing for bad grounds on headlight circuits. In the northeast about 25% of the cars have one headlight out, and 95% of the time it’s a corroded ground connection from the road salt.
Definitely worth having a power probe as well as a multimeter for automotive stuff - having a decent connection to power and earth that doesn’t pull off when you move something saves so much time.
I’ve got the most basic power probe copy, No display, just green/red light and different tones for power Earth, plus the rocker switch to power/Earth the tip, and it’s brilliant. It’s the auto electrical tool I pick up first and not having it feels like I’m working with one hand behind my back. I was told to buy the cheap one after a buddy got up sold the fancy one with the display off the snap on truck, certainly haven’t missed the screen
AWD Knipex end cutters. Didn't need em but for a deal I can use em.
Roto bit ratchet for an upcoming tool kit I'm putting together.
Wanted a couple of more mini pry bars. My prev ones I bought were 3 for $12. The same ones are now $10 for 3. These were 6 for $11 so now I have plenty of extras to keep handy wherever. And these are sterile so that saved me the trouble of removing the brand logos from the handles.
Roto bit ratchet for an upcoming tool kit I'm putting together.
Wanted a couple of more mini pry bars. My prev ones I bought were 3 for $12. The same ones are now $10 for 3. These were 6 for $11 so now I have plenty of extras to keep handy wherever. And these are sterile so that saved me the trouble of removing the brand logos from the handles.
Whats there not to like? For me there are only two types of screwdrivers: Striking cap and electrical insulated ones. The two are mutually exclusive.I don’t normally like striking cap screwdrivers, but I like these, and already have some.
javyLSU
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Do the easiest thing first. I always start with the component that's not working - test that first with your new PP3. Once that's verified good, then verify power from the source (which you can also use your PP3 for). Next is visual inspection for everything you can see in between. If all that fails, it's wiring diagram time.
ZRX61
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G8, G9, Foam Cannon, oil filter, zinc paint, Huepar laser...
Laser has 4 doodads:
MC1875:
SPX3001 pressure washer
The entire Griot's kit:
Swapped out the 6in pad for a (somewhat cheaper) 5in:
Because it's better & I have a **** ton of backer pads anyway:
Laser has 4 doodads:
MC1875:
SPX3001 pressure washer
The entire Griot's kit:
Swapped out the 6in pad for a (somewhat cheaper) 5in:
Because it's better & I have a **** ton of backer pads anyway:
2ndGearRubber
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PP3 will not load a circuit, so the only way you can diagnose with it is bypassing. Light doesnt work, pp3 shows power input, ground with pp3, thus the ground needs to be the fault.
It will not find opens, aside from some very specific situations. Say you want to test a ground, which you know is a direct chassis ground. Apply the power button in the pp3, the breaker on the tool will trip, ground is good enough to carry the breaker limit worth of current. Not a common or valuable test IMO.
Wiz02
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Thanks @javyLSU and @2ndGearRubber , looks like I have an open in a harness. Come on Chevy it's only 43 years old 
rshadd
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Just a bag of shop towels...
four.cycle
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Yup, they're size up drive adapters. The ones I got are by Titan also. I was searching for upsize adapters one day & came across these low profile ones, never knew they existed. They were $8 on AMZ at the time so I bought 2 sets. I love those things. But yeah, using it as a finger spinner on that 1/4" roto.@darkzero
In post #58539 above, you posted a black finish Titan 11313 swivel-head 1/4" drive ratchet.
Where'd you get the thumbwheel widget you've got on the end of it?
Is that a 3/8" drive conversion widget of some sort?
There's another brand selling the same looking ones but cost a little more, ARES I think it was. The Titan ones are made in Taiwan, not sure about the other brand.
four.cycle
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perfect. thank you.
designer485
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Lindstrom Carbon Fiber Tip Tweezers and a Stanley Scraper (nice to see USA made for $4, even if it is with global materials).
Never knew they existed either, ordered.
I have to think that's an bad copy and they'll warranty it. Knipex is pretty good about stuff like that.
demarpaint
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I got the ratchet yesterday, and gave it a try. My initial impressions are it's a quality tool, back drag is not an issue, the grip is firm and comfortable, it fits my hands well. It appears to be well made, it can be serviced, and has a very high gloss chrome finish. It is made in Tiawan, 90 tooth and has @2019 Ingersoll-Rand Co. @2019 Alltrade Tools, LLC Reno, NV 89508 on the plastic bag it came in.
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Smokeshow69
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That back cover just smacks of Proto. Wonder if they made them?I got the ratchet yesterday, and gave it a try. My initial impressions are it's a quality tool, back drag is not an issue, the grip is firm and comfortable, it fits my hands well. It appears to be well made, it can be serviced, and has a very high gloss chrome finish. It is made in Tiawan, 90 tooth and has @2019 Ingersoll-Rand Co. @2016 Alltrade Tools, LLC Reno, NV 89508 on the plastic bag it came in.
demarpaint
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I haven't a clue. I'm reasonably certain it is not something out of the factory that makes GearWrench.
A few goodies from KC Tool
Picard hammer, Wera mag/demagnetizer (can't believe it took me this long to get one), Felo impact bits, holder, and offset screwdriver.
Then I've been wanting to check out Heyco for awhile, so I decide to fill in some gaps and picked up a 6mm wrench and a 10mm slotted. The open end of the wrench is a lot bulkier than I was expecting. Which is a shame, because I bought it to replace an old/cheap Craftsman one that was...wait for it....too bulky. The fit is pretty darn loose, as well. The screwdriver is very nice, though.
Love that HEYCO screwdriver as well as that PICARD hammer!
Alltrade Tools also makes Powerbuilt stuff as well as licensed stuff for IR.
Licensed Brands – Alltrade Tools
www.alltradetools.com
I've got a couple of those Stanley scrapers that I use often, one is just over 20 yrs old now & still working fine. I used to think they were made by Stanley but as of last year now I'm not so sure.
There's a place local to me, Razor Blade Co, they sell these scrapers for 87 cents! My last order I bought 5 of them for the heck of it, not much to loose at that price. Turns out they are identical to the Stanley, same exact markings, made in the USA, just not stamped Stanley.
The photo on their website shows the brand Unger stamped on them but the ones I got don't say Unger on them.
94-001 Blade Scraper
Compact metal safety scraper with retractable blade storage for safer handling. Fits standard single edge razor blades and 94-186 blades. Made in USA.
My DeWalt deep well sockets came in the other day before vacation. I haven't had a chance to put them on rails and set up the new tool kit in the Apache case.
Now tho stack of unused cases had grown. What to do with these things ?
Now tho stack of unused cases had grown. What to do with these things ?