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    Problem jacking a car then placing jack stand in same place.

    A chunk of that plastic Trex decking material carved up right to fit the jack and pinch welds usually works pretty good. Stronger and more consistent that most timber plus won't rot over time.
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    Tools from the old world

    Recently got a Wiha 32808 pair of insulated 8" long nose pliers. They are fantastic, the joint is butter smooth with no wobble, the chrome is beautiful and the grips are very comfortable. The paperwork that came with them says they are Swiss made, but there is not a single COO mark anywhere on...
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    Tools from the old world

    Take a closer look at the klein ones, they are identical to these. Only difference is the handle color. As already stated, both are made in Taiwan. One thing to look at for doing RJ45 is a company called Platinum Tools who makes the EZ RJ45 line of connectors and tools. The wires feed through...
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    Tools from the old world

    This must be the OEM for Klein ratchet cutters. Always kind of wondered since the Klein ones say Made in Germany, but don't seem to look like any of the usual manufacturers.
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    Tools from the old world

    I like the new Rennsteig handle color scheme. :drool: I've got a set of MultiCrimps with the old red/blue Knipex color handles. Almost makes me want to buy some new ones.
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    Tools from the old world

    Don't suppose Wiha makes this screwdriver anymore?
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    Tools from the old world

    Who did you buy the Grip-ons through?
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    New IRWIN pliers made in Germany !!!!

    Anyone know the NWS part number for the longer 9.5" lineman's pliers that are offered under the Irwin name? This would be the Irwin part numbers 1902415 and 1902416. Best I can tell, these look to be exclusive to Irwin in this size. http://toolguyd.com/irwin-nws-pliers/
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