Recent content by Red Robbie

I would drain everything when you're done using it, or install heat trace cable as req'd.

Great, thanks. Looking to upgrade my wrenches--been using Mastercraft for years, which are actually the same length as present day Snap-On (in 9/16 and 3/4 anyway). Don't want to go any shorter, especially in 3/4".

How about 3/4"? As per Snap On website, the OEX24B is 11 inches in length. Thanks!

Yes. Need to be careful as these will remove material very quickly.

Anyone know if the older Snap On combination wrenches are the same lengths as the newer ones? When I say older, I mean the ones without the letter suffix--for example, is an OEX16 the same length as an OEX16B. Reason for asking is I'm looking at an older set on ebay. Thanks

I use a speedy sharp on my Knipex dikes--works fairly well. Took many years of daily use to lose their original edge.

I found that sears in Canada had only a small fraction of the selection of tools the ones in the US had, that I visited anyway. Canadian tire always has tools on sale 50-75% off (never pay full price for a tool at cdn tire). Most of them are pretty decent for the money. Wont likely find much...

This thread inspired my new user name. For those who dont know, Robertson screw heads come in 4 sizes and the screwdrivers used have different colour handles from smallest to largest: yellow, green red, and black. I have read there is actually one smaller than yellow which is orange, although...