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    Adroid Scan Tools : Torque Pro vs. BlueDriver

    turk is right for clearong codes. to watch real time data you go to real time information hit menu (small cog on bottom left) and add display. not sure if there is a misfire counter but i have graphs,for o2 and fuel trims on mine right now.youll have to choose what kind of display and and then...
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    TEKTON GJ Exclusive Ratcheting Wrench Giveaway

    thanks for the chance!! the 6 points looks great!! i recently bought a couple tekton socket sets for my cars, i really like the quality and fit. way better than my gearwrench set!
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    Astro Pneumatic Tool Company

    7865 I recently bought the 7865 ball joint kit, my first astro tool. I was surprised to see it only has a 1 year warranty. It seems heavy duty and don't plan to abuse it but the peace of mind in a warranty is a great thing to have. Why dont you offer lifetime warranties on your tools? I...
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    Getting my boys started in tools?

    Get him an older bike that needs a little tlc but is in good shape. Get him the tools needed to work on the bike, and keep them in a bag. Thats how I began my tool probl... er, solution
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    What to bring when you cant bring all of your tools?

    I appreciate the links. I know mostly what I need for the truck and the waverunner (im sure ill wish I had something later) But around the house stuff I a little iffy on.Hack saw and pipe wrench are good ideas thanks for them. I'll have to look into the 4 in one file ive never heard of them...
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    What to bring when you cant bring all of your tools?

    So I am moving out of my parents house for my new job, about an hour away. Im moving into a bottom floor of a split level with a drive way but no shed. I will be bringing my truck with my waverunner so maintenance will be required. Now I know I will need a set of wrenches, my sockets, a set...
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    local sears had almost all Knipex, Channelllock ,and USA craftsman hand tools on sale

    got some 7" channellock dykes today for about $12. Thanks for the heads up!
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    Best Utility Knife / Box Cutter

    Lenox FTW. I picked up one of these brand new at the flea market a few years ago for 5 bucks. I little big but really comfy and holds plenty of extra blades. PLuss tool free blade change. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00008Y8M1/?tag=atomicindus08-20
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    Grime Boss - 16 packs of 18, 288 count total, $17.99 Staples Free Ship

    How well do these actualy work? I wash my hands with gojo but it never gets everything
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    How to do a Weld on Exhaust Pipe..

    Holy Shnikes hes not even blinking when he strikes the arc! his eyes have to be itching like crazy if he can still even see!
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    Cordless lawn equipment

    Isnt it cheaper to rebuild the carbs every couple years than to buy new batteries. Ive been using the same mower i found in the trash (only cleaned the carb) for 8 years now. I have since upgraded my trimmer and blower from trash units to store bought units (the ones found in the trash lasted...
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    DMM: New or Used?

    I don't. I tried a craftsman professional which did pick up a voltage of 33v. its supposed to be reading 125 but the craftsman reads RMS(i believe) so I'm not sure if this is a proper reading. I do however have access to nice oscilloscope, volt meter, and signal generator. The problem is...
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    So I tried to cut my junk off

    wow you are LUCKY (not really but yeah in some sense). Glad to hear you still got it! You were wearing way more PPE than I ever do (always wear safety glasses and jeans tough). What brand blade? was it at all damaged before you started? and was it rated for the proper RPM?
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    XXXL Allen Wrench

    They also make them for old paintball guns and one new one. You use it to adjust the velocity when it is located down the barrel.
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    The Harbor Freight PASS/FAIL Thread...

    36 in bolt cutters item # 41150- PASS These are a solid pass. Ive cut over a dozen masterlocks with hardened shackels. Theres barely a nick on the jaws and they cut with EASE. for 17 bucks they cant be beat!
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