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The problem I have is the connector for the rev board gets slight corrosion due to the high humidity here in Hawaii. Next time my rev board needs the contacts to be cleaned, I plan on soldering a different connector onto the board. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Piece one together. 1/4” Drive ratchet, shallow and deep metric, one 6” extension, screwdriver with exchange able bits, long nose pliers, diagonal cutters, pick set, DMM. Larger set brought when off-roading or camping. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Shallow and deep at the minimum. Mid-length is needed in unique situations. Get all 6 point. Sometimes you will need 12 point but very rare. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hopefully, but they are super far away for me. I wonder if Ace Hardware would warranty? I see some Craftsman there. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I normally recommend Craftsman for DIY and Snap On for professional use. But who knows how long Sears will be around (to easily warranty their Craftsman line)? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Plastic weld with stainless steel mesh for reinforcement. Also add a screw from behind too for extra support. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

What is a good and safe parts washer fluid to use? I don't want anything flammable. Also, I will be using a cheap Chinese parts washer, so I don't know how well the pump is designed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm finally had a chance to test the MM gate lock. I couldn't get it to not open when providing 12v to it. I did measure the current draw, 4.5A max. I am unsure if the current draw is correct for the unit or not. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I removed the pin for the gate lock. At times, I don't hear the gate lock actuate. It's either the control board forgetting to send the 12V or the gate lock itself is defective. I checked in the control board enclosure for water ingress. None. I can retighten the screw terminals.

I guess I am lucky. I had mine for 1.5 years now with the only malfunction of the gate lock. I don't know if it's the gate lock itself or if it's the control board not activating the gate lock. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I have a MM FM502 gate opener and the FM143 gate lock. Sometimes the gate opener forgets to unlock the gate lock when opening the gate, thus causing the gate to stall and bind. I temporarily removed the center pin of the gate lock to prevent the binding when opening. Anyone else experience...

Hello Dr. Gizmo, Do you have photos of what you have done? I'm wanting to do the same for my Craftsman tool chest. Thanks!

I am so sorry to resurrect such an old thread..... I want to know how simple it is in converting an old Craftsman tool chest from the regular friction slides over to ball-bearing slides? I don't have a lot of money to purchase a new chest.

I finally got around to installing the new o-ring I bought from The O-Ring Store. So far, the floor jack hasn't leaked (replaced the o-ring last week). Thank you for your help in this. Stan

I have an Ingersoll Rand that I really love.