Recent content by SynViks

As some one who just had some ARP 2000 bolts machined for a project, I don't see how you'll get smooth thread engagement after taking a grinder to the threads. I think an ARP nut of higher grade than your bolts, threaded with some oil, might help you get some more time out of your bolt threads?

Are you thinking of the wormdrive bosch put out not long after they bought Skil? They had one that was basically a redressed 77 but they also had this version with the handle above the motor. I don't recall a right side blade version.

The lowest grade non-stainless fastener ARP sells is 8740 which has a UTS of *at least* 20k PSI higher than grade 10.9 standard. Not sure what OP means by 10.9 ARP bolts.

Worm drive saws with the blade on the right-hand side of the motor seem to be pretty rare outside the Porter Cable trim saw. You have to go back pretty far to before the Skil 77 iteration became the de-facto design to find them. Recently stumbled across one called the "Mall Saw Model 70" (which...

Running a tap through the hole before inserting the bolts would probably be a good way to avoid this issue. ARP threads are rolled, not cut. If you cut the thread it will reduce the strength (not sure how much that matters in this context). I don't think they make thread rolling dies for hand...

Enter the Sturtevant "sensory impulse" beam wrench: This beam wrench has a built in mechanism that clicks and jerks the handle when the desired torque is reached. It's not as fast to set as a clicker or split beam, but once set it's just as quick. The handle pivots (shaded green) on a...

These came with a 70s craftsman lot I picked up a while ago. I already have torque wrenches in these ranges so they don't see much use... would like them to go to a collector who'll appreciate them as a part of Craftsman history, and free up some badly needed drawer space in the process...

WRT the thread title: my fav is the 1/4 60 tooth Kilness ratchets, no contest. Absolutely tiny head, svelte handles, crisp and firm direction switch, very low backlash after the floating pawl locks in, and 1 in-oz or less of backdrag (which is rather important in a 1/4 ratchet IMO). Really wish...

Need just the retaining ring for the 3/8 RHFT. The core is perfectly good, just the retaining ring snapped. Imagine someone has to have an extra hanging around somehwere at a price more economical than a full rebuild kit. *EDIT* A member graciously sent one. No longer in need of a retaining...

Appreciate everyone's input. Decided to go with flat beam style because then I don't have to have it re-calibrated if it reads zero (should outlive me as well). This particular flat beam has a clicker that can be engaged when a set torque is reached, so best of both worlds.

For example, the 0-600 in-lb wrenches will have 20 or 25 in-lb grads for the flat beam, and 10 in-lb. But given the error for a dial is around four percent, it can be out of place by over a graduation at 300 ftlb, so you're right that the additional granularity isn't necessarily helpful (same...

Assuming quality brands and that both types have memory pointers, if you're purchasing a used torque wrench, flat beam or dial? As I see it, dial wins in terms of granularity of graduations, they're more compact, smaller dial face to keep an eye on while working with it. Problem is whether the...

Hi there, Looking for Penncraft QR round-head ratchets in 3/8 and 1/2 size. Model no is usually marked 4000 and 4100. Handle condition doesn't matter much to me, as long as the mechanism isn't stripped out. Shipping to Portland, OR. Can pay with Paypal, Venmo, or cash if you're local. Thanks...

To clarify for future readers: the 3/8 ratchet uses same tooth geometry, just that the pawl is not as tall as the 1/2". Additionally the 1/2 won't fit in 3/8 handle due to the OD being slightly bigger, and the 3/8 won't work in the 1/2 handle because the core is somewhat shorter. Might be...

Anyone know if the pawl on a Kilness 3/8 and 1/2 ratchets are the same size? Not talking tooth count (I know there are 60 and 45 tooth variations), but rather the physical dimensions. Are they interchangeable?