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Sorry for the ignorant question, but what is "Dexos"? Also, what is an "SN" oil?

BF, what kind of electronics do you work with? I've worked on a lot of electronics, computers, etc. and have never run across Posidriv screws. Is this specialized electronics or British electronics that you work with? (I'm in the US.) If I've run across them, I may have mangled them and never...

Astro, This looks good and I may get one. I think I know the answer to this question, but I'm assuming if it hinges at the base of the light bar itself (the middle of the case), it's going to be more prone to electrical failure? I currently have a HF light that hinges in the middle and find...

Good Currently Manufactured Arbor Press Any suggestions on good, new arbor presses? Don't want to spend anywhere near $1,000 for one. Is it possible to get one under $300? I don't know a lot about them, but would like a bench-top version. At least 1-1/2 ton or more? (Am not interested in...

I love Japanese pliers. I've noticed that there have been some models that are not made in Japan, though. A couple of Tsunodas I recently purchased, were made in Vietnam. Also saw reviews on some others that were made in Vietnam. Are any of them actually made in Japan? Now, the two pairs I...

I think that is the problem. I can find plenty that work for plastic or copper wire, but not larger cutters for hard wire, steel, etc.

Does anyone know if there is a company that makes an end-cutter, similar to these Knipex cutters, but that do a flush cut? This picture makes these appear to be flush cutting, but they are not. I have this pair and they work well in general, but don't cut flush. I'm guessing it would make...

I've long wished Vessel made these screwdrivers in 8" and 10" Phillips versions. I would love a couple of #1 and #2 Phillips.

Thanks for the recommendations. Any suggestions for FTZ terminals? Neither DX, nor Digi-Key carry them. I don't know if McMaster-Carr carries them or not. I have a hard time understanding their site. The pages with crimp terminals show no mention whatsoever of any brands.

They are crimp terminals. They are heat-shrink crimp terminals. I'm looking for the heavy duty, tinned lugs that are often used in marine environments.

Hello. I'm looking for some trusted online dealers for a couple of types of crimp terminals - Genuine Anderson Powerpoles. The terminals I need are for 10, 8 and 6 ga stranded wire. Looking for the 45 amp and 75 amp Powerpoles. May want to try out the larger Powerpole SB connectors at some...

Where do you buy the FTZ terminals? Thanks.

If something needs to be painted after removing the rust (such as an old vise), it sounds like it's going to start flash rusting before you can dry it and then start painting? Is there something you can quickly paint it with or dip it, to prevent rust, but not keep the paint from sticking?

Does the acid not destroy the immersion heater?

Does anyone know if Klein has improved their lineman pliers lately? I know a few years ago, Klein pliers went downhill and didn't hold up like they used to. I've been looking at some of their heavy duty models - the 2000 series and am wondering if they are much improved? A friend of mine is a...