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I had a few questions in regards to this pump. I have an SS3 pump on my 120v Garagemate SS3R2 which puts out 5.7cfm @ 90psi. I also see other larger units SS3L3 (60gal) with the same SS3 pump putting out 10.7cfm +. It seems that the only difference is that the larger units are running at 240v...

I was wondering what you guys use for snap ring pliers. Im not a pro, just your avg weekend mechanic. I was looking at the Channellock brand external/internal set however im not sure how strong/reliable it is in comparison to others. I have a set that looks the same as the Irwin brand (I have a...

IR Garage Mate air compressor variations? I was wondering if anyone knew why IR changed the pump design on the Garage Mate line. Seems that the older model put out more, weighed less and was quieter then this new version. Is there a benefit/disadvantage to this new design? Old -...

Im looking for a Diamond blade for concrete and masonry. Primarily if I need to touch up some interlocking stone around my property and other DIY work. I have a STIHL TS420 Cutquik 14" saw that needs a replacement blade. I was wondering if anyone has had experience with the HF or Princess Auto...

Im looking for 3/8" 12mm impact sockets (shallow & deep), as I seemed to have misplaced mine. If you have any that your looking to get rid of let me know

I currently have a Ridgid 2.5gal aluminum compressor, however after a trip to my local HD my eyes drifted to a Ridgid Mobile Air unit. I noticed that my Aluminum unit is rated at 13.5amp 1.9scfm@90 while the Mobile Air is rated at 9.6amp 2.3scfm@90. I thought that the higher the amps the more...

I was wondering which unit is better quality. Note that I will be replacing the hose with my current goodyear rubber line. They are both roughly the same sale price ($15 diff) This CH unit is about 1/2 the weight of the Princess Auto (Harbor Freight equiv) unit...

Im looking into getting a pin nailer (23 g) for some cabinet work and was wondering what you guys use and/or recommend. I currently own an 18 gauge Hitachi brad nailer and love it.

Has anyone had experience with Maxus brand air compressors? Im in need of a small lightweight unit for trim/finish work around the house. I have a 24gal IR unit that I use for auto work, ect. I was specifically looking at the Maxus X-Lite EX8017 model. Since I cant find the Maxus brand here in...

Im looking for a laser level for home use (not looking to spend hundreds as its not being used in the field) Does anyone recommend a unit that is good quality yet reasonably priced? Id assume a self leveling unit would be the way to go? I was looking at this Bosch unit.. its cheap and includes...

So I was at home depot today and noticed that they had two different types on display. I wonder if they were perhaps getting rid of old stock. Anyways, could you guys tell me which ratchet is better? Ratchet #1 - 5 position telescopic handle - 7 position flex head - Handle spins/rotates...

Does anyone know what Husky brand impact sockets are made of? Im looking at the following but im unsure if its made of Chrome-Moly or Chrome-Vanadium...

Hi guys, im looking for a long barrel air hammer to replace my CH short barrel. Would you guys recommend a MAC tools air hammer, Cornwell or Matco air hammer? Im a weekend mechanic so I dont use it that much. I've seen a few for all around the same price so it comes down to quality/durability.

Looking for a nut splitter, let me know what you guys have :)

Just wondering if P and G type air plugs/couplers are interchangeable? The reason I ask is that I have a few G type couplers on my hoses, I have run out of G type plugs and my local Princess Auto (Canadian HF type store) only carries P type. They look identical to the naked eye in shape but...

Just wondering what would be an overall better air hammer.. and older SO unit or a newer IR. Im just a weekend mechanic so I wont be using it that often... Had anyone had experience with a Snap On PH2050 or even a Matco RL-910A I have a smaller 24gal IR compressor that puts out 5.7@90psi so...

Just wondering which is the better "tool" as I assume they do the same thing? What is the major difference between them both and which one would be a better purchase? Grabit or Drill-Out

I dont really care about what brand it is as im just a weekend mechanic Im looking for the following to complete my set 1/2" Deep 6 point Metric 20, 23, 25 1/2" Shallow 6 point Metric 20, 23, 25, 27 3/8" Deep 6 point Metric 6, 7, 8, 9, 20 3/8" Shallow 6 point Metric 6, 7, 9, 15, 18, 20

I have a little issue.. well actually a big issue. My compressor stops after it reaches a certain pressure (135psi i think?) without a problem, however when it dips below lets say 90psi it never kicks in, so basically I can run the tank dry and the darn thing will never start up again. Also, I...

Hey guys, I purchased an SMC NAL4000 lubricator but it didnt come with any instructions on how to set it up, primarily how many turns one should turn the dial in order to get the correct oil drop rate. My primary tools are impact and cutoff wheel.. basically just a weekend mechanic. Could...