Recent content by jmckay

I used to sort of like the Canadian Tire's top line series, however from what I see now ....... they have changed. The finish is not as good, the stamping is not as good and they seem to be different in dimension. It's as if they negotiated a better manufacturing price? The ratchets look...

For the average North American it can be summed up by 2 choices. American or offshore. If has been my opinion ( 40 years ) that offshore tools offer dramatically better value fir equal quality. I went through this very same issue with my son. I chose Tekton. Gear Wrench is another good brand...

Bought this tool because of the excellent reviews. After the first flare on a copper base metal brake line I noticed the flare was a bit scored. Had a look at the centre screw and it was a bit chewed up. Obviously the taper was not hardened. I was in need of a proper flare so I put the centre...