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FTG-05

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Gave in and upgraded my 1/2" impact sockets as the faithful Pittsburgh deep sets had some skips. The really annoying ones were 16mm and 18mm as I have GM vehicles. Also upgraded from Cr-V to Cr-Mo material.

Bought the Quinn master set on the deal of the day for 44% off.


The set never made it into garage before being used.
I bought that same set for my SIL. I was the first one at 8:03 (their front door was glitchy) and there were three sets available on the counter. There were none left when I checked out. This was the Pulaski store. I went to the Lawrenceburg store (it was a rainy day, had nothing better to do). They had 5 sets on the counter and three of them were being checked out as I did.

I got my SIL and one for myself; $35 ITC vs. $48; can't beat that!

ETA for link: https://www.harborfreight.com/12-in-drive-professional-low-profile-ratchet-56340.html

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Kurt4440

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I purchased these Icon snap ring pliers today because I wanted to try them and they were on sale. They look functional. I would have preferred that the money spent on the fancy box and case would have been spent on tool finishing.
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Here is what they will be joining in this garage.
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SouthernIllinois

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From the mailman:

Ameriblast sandblaster hose and nozzle for my HF sandblaster overhaul

A set of 18 gauge jumper wires

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From the UPS man:

Tekton 1/4” drive Torx and Metric hex sockets. These are duplicates of sets I already have. I have different tool boxes spread around the shop and I have found I’d like a set of these at each end of the shed.

Cheap-O multimeter to compliment my Fluke 325 clamp meter.

Cheap-O set of multimeter test leads

Tub-O-Towels - I love these things. They do a great job of getting the soft handles on tools clean.

Last pic is of my electric trouble shooting drawer. I pretty much have all I need for what I do. Anything beyond what I can do with these is above my pay grade.

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Squankum

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Catching up on some tools/supplies from earlier in the spring, on a slightly remote island. All purchases Amazon, I can track down links if you need me to. Many of these things are just me trying to fill in large gaps in the tools/supplies there, and trying to keep up with the ADHD tornado that is a buddy of mine and what he does to a shop.

A real Schumacher battery charger, because there are both truck, mower, and marine batteries that can sit for too long. And because we spent too long on an other trip staring at all of the shop debris trying to find a similar HF battery charger, because hey, the box it came in is here, when in reality, that charger left and was 1,000 miles away.

A solar panel charger for the truck battery. I did very little research on this one, I winged it, it had good reviews, some other time this year I'll know how it turned out. (SOME out there lack the diode deal and in the dark they drain the battery, or so I have read.)

Big door stop wedges (one of the six simple machines, eh?) Funnels galore! Because... the last time I needed a funnel... oy vey.... I wound up having to add 3 quarts of oil to his truck using a paper towel tube.

AGS Lube Stick, for old wooden windows in a maritime environment.

WD-40 INDUSTRIAL, which means the can is a little taller. Ear plugs, for hammering, mowing, etc.

OTC #4617, a battery brush just for those silly GM side-post batteries.

Gilmour plastic garden hose nozzle, because the metal Gilmour was out of stock. Korky garden hose gaskets in case I need some someday.

Fancy soap from Germany with Vaseline in it, that doesn't dry my hands out so much when washing hands a lot.

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And a garden hose! I swear I saw one on the one hose spigot this house has, in a previous year, but last time I was there, there was no hose to be found in wood shed, workshop, or boat house. What the hey? I got this, because the old Craftsman hoses converted me to sturdy rubber hoses (thanks, GJ) but now Craftsman isn't what it used to be and acquiring those hoses, not quite the same as it use to be, maybe not even possible, I forget. This turned out to be quite similar:

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Beerhippie

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A solar panel charger for the truck battery. I did very little research on this one, I winged it, it had good reviews, some other time this year I'll know how it turned out. (SOME out there lack the diode deal and in the dark they drain the battery, or so I have read.)
What? They turn into lights at night?

Conti makes great hoses. We use them in the brewery--they make both wash-down and product transfer hoses.
 

Squankum

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And now for something that's been on my mental tool wish list for years!



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Channellock 480's, 20.25" "Big Azz" pliers. I may be a Knipex fiend but I do appreciate the quality and value that Channellock provides, too.
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With taxes and shipping and minus 10% promotional code, $64.41 at Zoro.

Is the packaging edible? Our tester said no.

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Do the pliers intimidate her sister? Surprisingly, no.

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SouthernIllinois

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In addition to the mailman and the UPS guy’s delivery today. This afternoon was Snap-On every-other-Thursday.

He just came right to the house this time. No meeting him at a buddy’s bodyshop.

19mm reversible ratcheting wrench
14/15 combo open end wrench
Set of 6-9mm reversible ratcheting wrenches
Blue Point magnetic pick up tool

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Ohio Andy

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And now for something that's been on my mental tool wish list for years!



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Channellock 480's, 20.25" "Big Azz" pliers. I may be a Knipex fiend but I do appreciate the quality and value that Channellock provides, too.
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With taxes and shipping and minus 10% promotional code, $64.41 at Zoro.

Is the packaging edible? Our tester said no.

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Do the pliers intimidate her sister? Surprisingly, no.

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Love those.... when I need them, I really need them. Well, those or a huge pipe wrench! Usually for plumbing.
 

dscheidt

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Cheap Amazon surface conditioning tool. Went to HF to buy one after checking the website to see if it was in stock, wasn’t on the shelf, and the staff were too lazy to look in the back for it. So I ordered from Amazon while walking back to the car…. Quite a bit cheaper, but I have one job for it, so if it does that, I’ll be happy.
 
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driftpin

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I have read that corded tools are passe' on here, what are you doin'?

I have and use all-sorts of corded tools. That said, here's my latest cordless tool: a Craftsman V20 brushless 3+ lbs 1/2" hog-ring drive impact tool.

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The hog ring looks like it's going to be a problem detaching any socket, or even putting it on, it's very tight. I had to use a shorty Craftsman screwdriver to pry-loose the socket I put on it to try it out. My Ingersoll-Rand 1/2" air impact tool's hog ring doesn't give me that problem. I don't see any deformation in the hog ring's shape. I wonder if I should take it back, and try another packaged tool of the same thing?
 
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Nobody-named-Olli

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The hog ring looks like it's going to be a problem detaching any socket, or even putting it on, it's very tight. I had to use a shorty Craftsman screwdriver to pry-loose the socket I put on it to try it out. My Ingersoll-Rand 1/2" air impact tool's hog ring doesn't give me that problem. I don't see any deformation in the hog ring's shape. I wonder if I should take it back, and try another packaged tool of the same thing?

I’d be happy if it’s a tight fit, it will wear down eventually anyway and become more of a loose fit. If it really is a problem for you from a usability perspective, sure, go try find one with a looser fit - personally, I wouldn’t.

Kind regards,
Olli
 

Beerhippie

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The hog ring looks like it's going to be a problem detaching any socket, or even putting it on, it's very tight. I had to use a shorty Craftsman screwdriver to pry-loose the socket I put on it to try it out. My Ingersoll-Rand 1/2" air impact tool's hog ring doesn't give me that problem. I don't see any deformation in the hog ring's shape. I wonder if I should take it back, and try another packaged tool of the same thing?
My M18 was the same when new out of the box. After a few dozen uses, it's getting better--no need to pry the socket off anymore.
 

bonneyman

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Just snagged a NOS of Craftsman "V" deep sockets in metric. Full set of nine, $10 with carry case included.

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ecotec

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Went and saw the Snap-on man Thursday. Grabbed another pocket pry bar because those things are stupidly handy. Also snatched a slim jaw 6” adjustable. The chrome makes it feel like jewelry. 😂
Those adjustables look so nice. I have some the Bahco versions. They do not have the grippy teeth or the chrome.

They are the best adjustables that I have ever used.
 

YesIHaveAHammer

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PB Swiss 38451.10-100 M Universal Bit Holder, SwissGrip Evo
The handle on this is probably the comfiest and highest torque potential I've come across in a screwdriver type handle. Magnet is noticeably strong but not excessive either. The bits sit only about half deep in, but it's plenty. External diameter at the tip is 10mm.

PB Swiss 38125.9-45 Coin Driver, SwissGrip Evo
One of those signature brand things I had to have I guess. Will probably get more use as a wide light duty pry bar.
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Morakniv Service Knife 14099
Blade is 43mm (1 3/4") stainless, 2mm (1/16") thick. Thought a solid short bladed knife would be better for carving things, when you need that control and prefer not to have the long length. And generally too. I'm normally a flip pocket knife guy, longer fixed blade knives like the standard Moras (91mm, 3 9/16") aren't common here and would be a bit alarming for some people. The fit in the holster is a bit tight from new, but there's a little nub to press your thumb against to aid removal. Note handle and holster is different from the standard Moras. I've already learnt my lesson when not wearing the holster, not to hold the holster in my other hand to pull the knife out!
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Stahlwille 400QR spinner handle QuickRelease
I've been reminded of this from time to time ever since I got the older (still available) boxy non-locking one with drive socket on the end (this doesn't have that). The shape and smaller volume makes it more comfortable to turn, but you couldn't hold onto it to put on as much torque. They also do one without the QR lock.
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Titan Tools 11185 Telescoping Inspection Mirror
The oblong shape seemed a good idea.
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david3921

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I have read that corded tools are passe' on here, what are you doin'?

I have and use all-sorts of corded tools. That said, here's my latest cordless tool: a Craftsman V20 brushless 3+ lbs 1/2" hog-ring drive impact tool.

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The hog ring looks like it's going to be a problem detaching any socket, or even putting it on, it's very tight. I had to use a shorty Craftsman screwdriver to pry-loose the socket I put on it to try it out. My Ingersoll-Rand 1/2" air impact tool's hog ring doesn't give me that problem. I don't see any deformation in the hog ring's shape. I wonder if I should take it back, and try another packaged tool of the same thing?
I've had the Porter Cable equivalent of this gun for few years now. The ring was super tight at first on a few of my impact sockets but not all of them. I found that my Astro nanos were fine from the get go. It was extensions that I had the most trouble with if I remember correctly. All is good now.
 

Squankum

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Sometimes we're quite proud of kewl tools and products we've hunted down. This time, nope.

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$15.99 Amazon.


It seems pretty nice, not cheap. I just got so enthused about it having 18 compartments -- the precise amount that I need! --- totally spaced on checking on the dimensions. Just way too big for the job. But the compartments are configurable and I can put this thing to work in the road tool bag for sure.
 
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