Recent content by RAS61

Maybe true, but a pro jetter service with one of those big machines that have their own trailer is gonna run north of $400, at least in my area. A $45 rental is how I'd go, especially if the OP has a camera to inspect the work and progress If the OP does rent a machine one bit of advice is to...

This ^ ! I just cleared a 4" sewer line, was a heavy paper clog (paper towels or mesh wipes) instead of roots, but rented a 1/2" Electric Eel auger with a cutter bit for about $45 for 4 hours at Sunbelt rental. I doubt very much a jetter will do much with roots, they need to be cut. This should...

A quick search reveals O' Boy is a Hein Werner jack, that should make finding parts and doing repairs easier https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/finally-finished-my-hein-werner-restoration-whew.47879/

There's some info on the bottom of the plate that's hard to read, I'd try rubbing with a paper and pencil to raise and reveal. Other than that I'd say "919" is the model #, but "9-49" makes me think that's the manufacturing date, which if true is a long time ago for info and especially parts -...

I inherited about a dozen from my father-in-law who was a carpenter, most like new. Don't know where he got so many, I give them away to relatives and friends. I usually use a tape but they come in handy at times, especially measuring the depth of a small hole with the slider

Have you tried wax paper? It made playground slides and sled runners pretty slick as a kid

A Proto pear head - looks, feels, and works great. Also a bargain, quality is way above the minimal price you can pick them up for

Of the Taiwan brands I've been most impressed with Sunex, their sockets specifically. You could go for one brand, or if you have the time research who stands out for each tool type

Curious why there's no mention or love for Rolair? I have one of their portables, and I've always heard they were among the best in that arena. Are their big stationary models lacking in some way, or is the brand overrated in general?

Rolair?

I think you could bend them to fit. You could even make custom holders out of a coat hanger if necessary :unsure:

Ha, didn't notice that, might have moved to Arizona by now! :LOL:

I find Pegboard best for wall mounting tools, lots of holder options, maybe something like this for pliers: https://www.amazon.com/Pegboard-Stainless-Accessories-Shelving-Supermarket/dp/B08DG4JMS3?tag=atomicindus08-20

You definitely want to buy quality, and I'm thinking the OP's money will go farther with gas powered than the newer battery technology. There's more maintenance with gas, so probably lower used prices since folks want simplicity?

I use 1/2 drive on any hex over 7/8" because that's where 3/8 drive socket sets usually stop, and anything larger often needs the torque of 1/2. Just last week when changing the oil of my wife's car (a Ford V6 Turbo) I even used 1/2 for the oil filter cartridge! The plastic filter cover takes...