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    Snap-on toolbox

    :wtf:See what GJ has done to the price of these boxes:wtf: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150532890031&fromMakeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en Auction ended w/ final price being $405
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    4 way angle wrenches

    Picked up these CAT 4way angle wrenches today at the pawn shop for $50. 11/16" through 1 1/8" & they complement my SO 3/8" - 3/4" nicely. :thumbup:
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    Torque

    Anyone know the formula to figure wet torque if only a dry torque spec is given??
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    Not so new eh?

    Speed-Hed 7800 5/8 combination wrench with a ratcheting-action open end, stamped "Pat. Appl'd For" on the front, with "Thorsen Tools" and "Oakland - Calif" stamped on the reverse. The overall length is 8.1 inches, and the finish is chrome plating. The patent pending status refers to patent...
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    Did you know??

    "The overall length is 9.4 inches, and the finish is chrome plating. The chrome plating is unusual for this model, as the Williams catalogs from 1931 through 1950 consistently report the finish as cadmium plating." "The patent pending notice refers to patent #1,811,137, filed by W.C. Kress in...
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    3/8 impact wrench

    I bought this Cornwell CAT-351HD 3/8" pneumatic impact wrench with the intention of starting a how-to on locked up rotors and vane replacement.This impact was economical and advertised as not working. It came in the mail today, so I immediately head out to the shop to try it out. I plugged it...
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    hose reel

    I picked up a Reelcraft 5605 "like new" hose reel at the flea market yesterday for $35.
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    Snap-On date codes

    I performed a search on GJ and came up empty. Does Snap-On put date codes on their toolboxes?
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    Your .02??

    I've been pricing new SAE combination wrenches lately (3/8"-1") from manufactures such as proto, williams, gearwrench, genius, etc..., and I have concluded if I am going to pay over $150, the best bet (IMHO is to just buy a used SO set for the same price or less. What do you think?
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    Williams screwdrivers

    Does anybody own the Williams premium screwdrivers?? They appear to be identical to the SO screwdrivers of the past. Any input would be appreciated.
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    Plomb Ratchet

    I picked this 3/8" drive Plomb ratchet at the pawn shop today for $1. I was wondering if anyone knows what this ratchet is actually worth. It is a working ratchet w/ (MFD 5249 USA) on the revese of the handle.
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    Pawn shop find of the day

    I've never seen a raised panel Wal-Mart wrench!
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    What's your gasket making techniques?

    I work on junk air compressors as a hobby and always have to make my own gaskets. I use a ball bearing and a ball peen hammer. Anybody have any better techniques.
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    1/2" drive impact swivel sockets?

    I'm in the market for some 1/2" drive impact swivel sockets. Something like 15/16" throught 1 1/4". I checked the snap-on sight & nearly had a heart attack.:shocking: Anyone have a "lesser" set to recommend?
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    is it true?

    Is it true Snap-on Incorporated manufactured the original line of Kobalt tools?
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    1/2" Drive Impacts

    Let's hear it. Who makes the best pneumatic 1/2" drive impact. Factors to consider: Cost, Torque, Durability, etc...
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    Babbit Bearing

    What's the best technique/tool for making oil channels in babbit bearings??
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    Need help w/ Compressor Pump ID

    Came across this pump yesterday, and I am hoping one of the compressor gurus may be able to help me identify the manufacturer. No markings other than casting marks.
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