Recent content by tak1313

Although I've ordered from Tooltopia at times with no problems, I have read some anecdotes of people having issues, especially when something was actually out of stock. I have also ordered from JB and Zoro - both places with no issues. I don't know if it still happens, as I haven't done this...

I remember smirking at the "FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY" on my BB when I first got it (I'm just DIY). Like is that supposed to be marketing hype or something to make DIYers feel special about buying a "pro" tool?

+1 for lock n lube. The straight head plus 90 degree adapter (so attaches to the straight head) has done everything I've needed it for, but I probably don't have as many "uses" as some others may have."

I bought a Zupper unit with 1/2, 3/4, and 1" heads from American Temu (Amazon), but I'm just DIY and wanted it for a specific project - it was also on sale. It worked great and the batteries are Makita compatible. Not sure how it would hold up for pro use though, but from what I could gather...

If I recall correctly (I would have to research again), the "stock" covering is fiberglass - you can order sleeve material directly from BoltBuster's website - it is listed as fiberglass. Fiberglass braid is rated roughly for 600F, so I got some silica braid which is rated for 1800-2000F...

I got a Bolt Buster on sale a few years ago when people were reporting that the Chinese copycats were problematic (though I assume they're much better now), and the Mini-Ductor was to crazy in price for DIY. It worked great the one time I wanted it for for a stuck nut on a rusty Prius...

I have one because it looked interesting and it was on sale - I don't remember how much it was for (yes, it was some time ago). As with many GJ members, I got it, but haven't gotten around to using it yet. I'm thinking if/when I do, I'll probably use a secondary support at least initially...

I got the Milwaukee M12 because it was on a great sale a few years ago. So far, I've used it once and it worked great (I am, after all, a GJ member). I don't know about other brand interchangeability, but I know the Dewalt and Milaukee heads are interchangeable for sure. I like pexA better...

Came up in my YT feed. Found the tools, machinery, and techniques interesting - especially some of the old school stuff.

I have ratchets (and extensions) with and without QR. When I grab one, it's usually just based on size - long handle for leverage, short for space, etc. The only time I specifically grab one with QR (ratchet and/or extension) is in a situation where I want to make sure the extension or socket...

I sometimes debate about getting a lift cart. That's the first I've seen where the "mobile" part is the part that lifts - I usually only see ones where the table is the part that lifts like in the pic from @kbeefy. I like the idea of the sliding section, but it seems TO ME that it would be...

That reminded me of a Flat Rate Master vid I saw a few years ago. I actually tried it with my Milwaukee impact set on low and it really worked. Had to search for it but here it is:

Just count the ugga-duggas on your impact wrench.

Just an fyi for gasket (at least intake gaskets). I have found that if I am unable to find or obtain an intake gasket right away, something like Hylomar does wonders. It was developed for racing decades ago, is non-hardening, and doesn't "glue" the gasket like other dressings which makes it...

I switched to split beam wrenches a few years ago specifically because of this - I would periodically forget to reset my clickers too (though not for too long). Depending on how accurate you REALLY need them to be (most people naturally over/undershoot anyway because it's near impossible to...