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    The VISES of Garage Journal

    Haha, what a fun idea! The Doyle and Yost 6.5'' are identical, though the Doyle is price lower and has sales going on. I have been trying to find who in Taiwan manufactures those, so I can get it for cheap with no nametag on it, but so far have not found that out. Seems like big "toys" are...
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    The VISES of Garage Journal

    When is a vise too big? I have always been advised to "buy the largest vise you can afford". Well, it turns out that with a discount, I paid an "affordable" $225 plus $80 shipping for this 10inch 123lbs Yost HD1000. See official specs here on eastwood.com. What sold me on it was the full...
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    FAMCO #2 missing base plate and retaining collar

    Hi all, I just obtained a FAMCO #2 arbor press, looking to make it more functional. Its missing the base plate (anvil table). Any tips on where I could get a replacement that might be ugly but cheap? Making my own without a mill/lathe could be trouble, I do have a drill press and die grinder...
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    Trade offer Tekton ratcheting wrench set, Flex head for Reversible set

    Hi, I have a set of flex head 6 point Tekton metric ratcheting wrench set, 12 pieces (#WRN57170). It is in mint condition, all works, no scratches. I am looking to swap it for a reversible metric ratchet wrench set, either 6pt or 12pt are OK. Any takers, or any good spot to look for? My...
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