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    What's the shelf life for zip ties?

    ^ THIS They are strong and stay strong. Word of caution though is they can be super sharp on the sides so if you're gonna yank it tight wear gloves or use pliers.
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    Any other pro mechanics just not like roto head ratchets?

    I recently have made use of my Wera zyklop more than any other when at work. The thing I really like is that it can double a screwdriver for all the specialty bits and torx heads and such that are needed in modern fittings removal. Seems just about anything now is torx, torx plus hex, hex plus...
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    Ratcheting Wrenches - which styles do you use?

    Sk x-frames are pretty nice too I think they are Chinese now but the USA ones are pretty nice
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    Ratcheting Wrenches - which styles do you use?

    For ratcheting wrenches, The ones I tend to use the most are my "cross force" craftsman reversible ratcheting wrenches. They are just easier on the hands. I was lucky to get some USA ones some years back. Gearwrench makes the X beam now days and doesn't skip the sizes like the craftsman...
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    Should I buy Capri and tekton?

    +1 for Tekton I have ordered from them 15+ times never had any issues. Easy to deal with user friendly website and quick to ship. Beautiful tools!
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    Remind Me - What's so special about the CF V Series @ Lowes

    I bought the V series 4 pc flex ratchets set when they first launched (ordered online from Lowes) and I paid $$$ for them. They have since come down significantly in price. The 3/8" long handled Flex head has since become my "go to" ratchet and I really like how smooth it is. I have never...
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    Toolbox quality hierarchy

    +1 for Tekton (They have a promotion with a free top going on right now) I have the 48" 60/40 box and love it
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    If you were given $5,000 free to use towards your shop/garage . . .

    More Loft work and tool storage, maybe after this week I realize I would like another heater in the garage too.
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