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    Pneumatic nailers and air compressor help! First time buying, Metabo HPT Bostitch Rigid Dewalt and more

    A lot to unpack here so thank you in advance if you can offer some helpful insight and actually take the time to read through all of this! The time has come to buy a coupler nailers and an air compressor. I have always borrowed these tools when I need them and I'm tired of being that guy that...
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    Makita 9557 paddle switch angle grinder, ISO real world opinions/reviews

    I'm in the market for a new corded 4 1/2" angle grinder. I've read through some of the other threads and got some information but not a lot on this specific grinder I'm looking at. I currently have one grinder (which is why I want another, tired of wasting time switching attachments) which is...
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    Capri Tools 3/8" flex head ratchet

    Hey everyone! I haven't seen much information out there in the GJ forums about Capri ratchets so I thought I would share my initial unboxing thoughts and then can update this post as I use it over the coming months. I purchased this 3/8" drive flex head ratchet earlier this week and it showed...
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    Channellock flare nut wrenches?

    Does anyone have any experience with Channellock brand flare nut wrenches? I have read posts and watched videos about other brands out there (both good and bad) but haven't seen anything on Channellock brand. A set of 3 metric wrenches (10mm/12mm, 13mm/14mm, 15mm/17mm) is $19.99 at Do It Best...
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    Mechanic's wire gauge/size recommendation

    I'm about to do two brake jobs next weekend (05 tacoma and 94 miata) and as I was making sure I have all the tools and parts that I need I realized that I don't own any mechanics wire. I like to use mechanics wire to hang the caliper out of the way when i'm not working on it. I have always...
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    3/8" drive Ratchet & Breaker Bar torque failure info

    This thread originated from a comment I made on a different thread about deciding where to draw the line between using 3/8" drive and 1/2" drive ratchets and breaker bars. That thread can be found here: ⬇️⬇️...
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    FOUND/DELETE 3/8" drive metric deep well 6 point chrome socket set

    FOUND/DELETE 3/8" drive metric deep well 6 point chrome socket set, minimum size range of 10mm-18mm I did my best to sort through the last three years of classifieds ads with a search filter of "metric socket set" and to my knowledge I did not see anything that fit my desired criteria. If you...
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    Shop clean out- sockets, wrenches, screw driver USA

    Just trying to slim down some of the duplicate tools I have, just too many extras taking up space in the tool box. They need a new home! Message about shipping as it will vary for the different tools. Obviously buying more than one thing will result in combined shipping rates. I'm always willing...
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    Proto vs Williams vs other brands 3/4" drive ratchet-looking for insight

    Before I start I have to say there is so much good info on garage journal! As a knew member, this forum has been a lifesaver for finding valuable insight on so many different things. I apologize in advance if this thread has already been addressed, but I have spent some time looking through the...
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