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    fuel line disconnect tools

    Whats a good set to get. I mostly work on gm vehicles but i suppose i wouldnt hurt to have a set. I saw a big set from astro that was 40. I should add i dont have a ton of money just a diy'er. Thanks
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    starting salary

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    snap on student discount

    Do you have to pay weekly for the tools or do you take extra loans out and pay after college?
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    Gearwrench flex vs armstrong flex

    Looking to get a long 3/8 flex head ratchet. I have the Armstrong maxx in a regular 3/8 and want a 3/8 flex. Which do you prefer
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    cleaning an engine bay

    So my honda has a leaky valve cover and I wanna clean the bay up to see if there's oil leaking anywhere. Ive heard simple green but here's my problem: I live in an apartment. I don't have access to running water and i wouldn't be comfortable doing it in the parking lot. I don't really have...
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    school me on swivel sockets

    I can think of two times in the past week where a swivel socket would come in handy. Ive never used them before. Do they allow you to continually ratchet at 90 degrees or so? or do you have to straighten the joint out? Looking at picking up a set was thinking sk or something cheap. I'm a diy...
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    thread for pictures..

    How do I make pictures big instead of the small ones that get uploaded. I only use my phone. Wasn't the there a thread or sticky somewhere? Ive searched but no dice
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    Wright socket rails

    I thought I read these rails the same as the harbor freight rails correct?
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    magnetic socket holders

    So I came across a gearwrench magnetic socket strip for 10 bucks. I'm looking to maximize my socket storage and maintain portability. I only have a 26" stack. I have the Hansen knockoffs from harbor freight and I don't really like them or have the space. i was thinking either the cheap rails...
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    25/32 socket

    Was organizing some sockets I've gotten from various estate sales and noticed I have a 25/32 socket. When would a socket like this be necessary. any specific applications?
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    ir 2115qt repair

    I've got a 3/8 ir 2115 that was given to me because its missing the forward button. I would like to take this apart and fix it but dont have any torx bits. Does anyone know what torx bit it takes? Also any disassembly instructions would be great. I have never disassembled an impact before.
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    what are you buying for SK day?

    So far ive picked out the 6640 2 pc trim removal tool 46119 1/2in dr flip socket 19-21mm 41654 1/2in dr 24" breaker bar I've thought about either a socket or wrench set but I haven't decided. What's:pimpflash everyone else getting?
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    can someone recommend me a good laptop?

    Im looking to get a new laptop as mine old one has gone to ****. ive got about 500 to spend 600 max. I know it isn't a lot but im sure there are some good budget ones to be had. Brand doesn't really matter and i need at least 500 gigs of storage, which seems to be the standard nowadays. Any...
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    armstrong maxx question

    I have a 3/8 standard ratchet. It came super lubed up in the package. I mean oil seeping out everywhere and the ratchet was covered in it. I have to turn the drive end maybe a click before I can engage it the other way. Could it be because of all the oil gumming it up?
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    williams s51

    How does it come apart?
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    craftsman bench grinder

    http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/tls/4550632757.htm Is this worth $45?
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    career change/diesel mechanics help

    Im going to apply at a national lease here in town. They say they they will train as I am not ase certified. Ive got the basic craftsman 26" combo with a moderate collection of tools. What tools can I expect to buy? Im guessing I would start off with oil changes and basic stuff.
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    thinking about going to school

    Hey guys im seriously considering going to school this fall for auto body collision repair. Its something ive always wanted to learn so even if I didnt make a career out of it, I could probably still make money on side jobs and such. I have some questions for those of you in the field. Is the...
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    extra shallow sockets

    The oil drain nut is really close to the subframe in my car I cant get a socket and ratchet in there and my craftsman rp wrenches wanna round the bolt. Can someone recommend a socket that is shallower than a regular socket. I have all craftsman btw. Im going to get an armstrong Maxx sometime...
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    Oil stains on floor

    I live in an apartment with an attached garage. I've got oil stains on the floor from doing oil changes and was wondering what I could do to remove them?
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