Recent content by DLW875

Thanks for the info. I have one of these that I inherited from my grandfather. The only difference is that mine has a Wilton decal where yours is cast. I wonder if mine is a bit newer. My grandfather passed in 1988, so it would be older than that.

What is a good length for a track anvil? I recently picked up a 24" section of track. I currently have an 8" section that was my grandfather's that I am using for a makeshift anvil. Should I use the full 24" section for an anvil, cut in half, or some other configuration?

I'm looking for input on what the going rate for Craftsman block grinders is. A pawn shop that I occasionally visit has had one on the shelf for a while at $85. I can't give any other specifics at this time, but I'm wondering if it's even worth pursuing or not. Thoughts (with the limited...

I had an 18V 120W inverter die recently and it was still under warranty. I contacted Ryobi and they said they did not have any available, but could offer a refund. I accepted and immediately went to Home Depot for a replacement (they showed over 400 in stock online). A couple of weeks later...

Another vote for the Lisle. It has never failed me and the price was right. I'm a bit partial since the factory is fairly local to me.

I'm not sure on hacks, but the ratchets are pretty good aside from the size. I have the 1/4" drive and love it for interior work.

Finished up another police equipment installation. I fabricated the sliding equipment shelf in this Charger to keep things secure and organized, while remaining accessible.

Same here. It is nice to keep dust off your clothes and have a pencil and ruler close at hand. The apron I use is one I wore in shop class 20 something years ago to keep grime off my clothes.

I couldn't stomach paying JD prices for weights for my mower. I ended up making a rack to hang a 60# flywheel from a 7.3 diesel. Free is great. We recently got a foot of snow that challenged my little 115 JD, so I zip tied a 45# barbell plate to the rack. It was quick and dirty, but it worked.

I have a Thorsen SAE 1/2" drive set that belonged to my grandfather. They seem like very nice tools.

I recently bought a NOCO Genius charger based on recommendations here. It does lead-acid, AGM, and lithium ion batteries. I am very happy with it so far. It has even brought some old batteries back to life.

I purchased the Athol vise about 25 years ago at a flea market for around $25. I restored it about 7 years ago and it is my primary vise. The smaller vise is a Montgomery Ward that was a rusty orphan at a yard sale with a $1 price tag on it. I couldn't stand to leave it there so I picked it up...

Maybe I should have been more specific. The zero changes every time as well, so rotating the bezel is fruitless. I'll check out some of the suggestions here. Thanks.

I have a 6" Mitutoyo dial caliper that I have had for over 20 years that needs repair. Several years ago I dropped it on the ground and ever since, it has failed to return to zero. Does anyone have a good source for repair, or is it even worth it?

I keep a 6 in 1 screwdriver and a 6 foot tape measure in the kitchen drawer. The garage is attached, so anything else that is needed isn't far away.