Recent content by tomalophicon

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    "Standard of the World"

    We always called utility knives Stanley Knives. I agree.
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    Tools of Japan

    Wow, they look real nice.
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    Tools of Japan

    Yes, the only issue with them being they don't work in reverse. But with the addition of a spinner that solves the problem.
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    Tools of Japan

    Have a look at the Warren and Brown beam style from Australia. Nothing I've used has come close in terms of quality, useability and unlike more traditional beam style torque wrenches, they have an audible click when the desired tension is reached.
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    Felo Tools, any good?

    It would make sense if Felo is made in Germany that they are more expensive than Wera, which are made mostly in the Czech Republic where worker wages are much much lower.
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    Show your new tool arrivals

    New Warren and Brown 1/2" torque wrench. Absolutely the nicest tool I've used and fondled. It's thoroughly enjoyable.
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    Caliper for checking brakes as a tech

    Crazy - totally different to my area - no rust whatsoever - I eek out every last micron - but yes - with the cost of rotors machining makes little sense.
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    Caliper for checking brakes as a tech

    How are you measuring undamaged rotors for spec though? I want to learn your skills!
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    Tools from the old world

    The first post reads anywhere but the US :lol_hitti
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    Caliper for checking brakes as a tech

    You measure them with your eyes? That's a gift.
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    Tools from the old world

    Well made tool, handy lever on the side to pop out the keys a bit to get them started. 5" long.
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    Caliper for checking brakes as a tech

    I picked up a used Mitutoyo 0-25mm micrometer for $25 recently. That will be more than satisfactory for the job at hand. Beats mucking around with coins or washers as above poster recommends.
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    Metric hex only bit driver?

    Hello all, I'm looking for a bit driver that has only metric hex bits as a set. The Picquic Hexcaliber metric but I'd ideally want bits up to 8mm at the minimum, 10mm preferably (though I'm sure the size of the shank fitting dictates how big a bit can get. Does anyone know if such a tool...
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    My drill is on the way out...

    This is a sensible option.
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    Tools from the old world

    Looks like a more complicated version of the excellent Warren and Brown beam style torque wrench.
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