I remeber the first thing my dad did with me at around 3 or 4 was builing a wood toolbox. Then he bought me a pinewood derby car kit. that was fun.
He would also set up mini projects for me to learn how to use the tools correctly. I would have to drive nails, screw in different types of screws...
You wheel studs may be hardened steel beyond that of the restorer. it *****, however it may just not have been the right tool. whenever i screw up the threads on wheel studs i have been taught to hand file it. Glad the cutting die worked.
I have been reading your thread for a few months now. I am constanty reminded of the great times I have hanging out with a group of WWII Vets. Once a week I have the honor of playing golf woth a group of WWII vets (The youngest being 89 yo) My father met this group of guys through some friends...
Um I think taking it to someone who could do it for you would be the best. That is a spendy chunk of aluminum to be going at with hand tools. However if you had to i am thinking a small air tool with a carbide bur to make a rough first cut. Then use abrasive rolls (like the ones use to smooth...
I go to the deli counter and ask for a stack of the clear plastic tubs that they put potato salad etc.. in. I always get lids with them too. I can label them with a sharpie and when done can just recycle them...
After searching a bunch online it could be any one of a thousand chinese brands... we would need to see a better picture of the socket itself.
But lets be honest here... if the seller isnt contacting you i wouldnt deal with him. I would order a set of Gray Pneumatics off of amazon or NOS...
OK So not to hijack the OP's thread, but i think i have a legitimate question....
I I have an extension cord reel plugged in at the outlet in the ceiling sharing it with my door opener, is it ok to leave that plugged in all the time as long as nothing is plugged into the reel?
Fires are my...
If you get a refund please do the right thing and send the **** back. Just because someone screwed you over and you got justice, doesnt mean you can screw them over right back.