Recent content by BCKinVT

I've found the wrench I needed thanks to a Garage Journal member! I need a Craftsman 28mm combination wrench, 42934 VA series (V inverted V) to complete my set. Please send me a PM if you have one for sale.

The 43447 rebuild kit can be expensive. There are a few listed on eBay that range from $25.00 to $43.60. There is a refurbished 44985 listed for $14.95, so you could buy a replacement ratchet for less or use it to swap parts into your own ratchet.

I think something to consider about sump pumps is the installation. I'm in Southern Vermont and when I purchased my home (with a 48" crawlspace) it had a sump pump stuck in a 5 gallon bucket drilled with holes and a 1" hose sticking through the foundation. In 2008, I upgraded the system by...

Just wondering if anyone has found a hidden cache of the T25 stubby 47400? I still have an extra T25 long just in case I need to make one, but I would prefer an authentic stubby.

This helps - Thanks!

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Last year I fabricated two workbenches from recycled 40 series 80/20 extrusion. Most of the parts I needed to purchase were inside brackets, screws, T-nuts, etc. I purchased some "compatible" parts on eBay to try to save a few dollars, but realized the parts were designed to be more universal...

I recently purchased a Craftsman 9-31425 Microtork 1/2" drive torque wrench. It came in a plastic tray, but I would like to find a molded case for storage as I tend to leave this in the Jeep. I'm hoping someone here can help me find a source for a case. I obtained a NOS Craftsman 9-44024 red...

Craftsman Industrial Paint Can Opener - which also functions as a screwdriver. :headscrat

Here is proof from Craftsman that the elusive T10 stubby did exist. http://www.craftsman.com/craftsman-professional-torx-t10-x-21-2-in-screwdriver/p-00947176000P I've also been unable to find a T10 or T25 stubby to complete my set. I've kept extra longs just in case it comes down to making my own.

A few of my favorites I've had for a long time- 7 1/4" Worm Drive Saw and the Industrial screwdrivers...

Model # 706596240 CRAFTSMAN Tool Chest looks similar. http://www.searspartsdirect.com/model-part/706596240/0247/0709100/50020226/00001.html

I've been using the same cheap paper towel holder that I purchased from HD about 10 years ago. Here is a similar one: http://www.truevalue.com/product/Towel-Tape-Twine-Dispenser-for-Pegboard/36430.uts

A few deals on PPE from HD in Keene, NH 3M Moondawg Outdoor Safety Glasses - $2.53 (was $9.96) 3M Quick Latch Respirator - $6.33 (was $24.97) 3M Hi Viz Class 2 Two Tone Construction Safety Vest - $5.83 (was $22.97)

Last year I purchased a NOS Craftsman #43427 Ratchet Repair Kit on eBay for a 1/4" ratchet and it included the following parts: Lever Retaining Ring Bearing Plate Ring Bearing Plate Gear Ball (2) Pawl Spring (2) Lever