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Never realized how awesome industrial shears were until I was gifted a pair of Wiss W20's. Shear pleasure! It feels like regular scissors but on cheat mode. I'm in the process of looking into getting another pair, but in ~8.5 inch this time. Recommendations?

I currently have a 2 inch Case knife that I have on my keychain that I think I picked up for $10-15 bucks. I use the heck out of it and its been great with the occasional sharpening. Based on how much I use it, it might be time to get something nicer; perhaps something with an actual lock that...

Anyone know what the name of the push connect flare is found on BMW power steering systems? Ultimately looking for a tool to recreate these flares.

Knowing that there are designs that only a 5, 7 or 9-axis could make; and you had access to such a machine; what would you make?

I've been considering CNC machining 'tight fit' 6 point sockets in the more common sizes to bridge the tolerance gap found between the socket and bolt ISO standards. I consider material displacement to be the major factors behind why bolts strip. This is particularly evident when comparing 6...

Anyone know of a gasket service online where you just upload a dxf or svg file and they send you a cut gasket? Preferably a place that accepts low volume requests.

Bit of a unique request, but looking for recommendations for coveralls that have a built in hood. In particular I don't need anything warm or thick; I use the overalls to work under cars and without a hood dirt/oil just ends up in my hair. The stop gap has been to wear a hoodie underneath or...

M12 stubby milwuakee + reechet.

Have been utilizing sendcutsend lately for different fun projects and its got me wondering what other great websites are out there that offer some kind of instant-quote type of manufacturing options, especially smaller scale. I know of Oshcut, SCS, Xometry and thats about it; what other sites...

We’re talking inverter style, quick DCEN/DCEP changeover, mig flux/gas, DC tig, stick welding ability, while also being 120v and 240v capable, 200 amps, inductance control and voltage regulation, all digitally! Accessories include .03 and .035 tips, dimple and non dimple rollers, 120 to 240...

European coveralls are so well designed Recently picked up the Wurth Modyf Stretch X coveralls: This thing is so well thought out compared to anything I could find stateside. What you guys rocking?

Anyone have a recommendation for a place that lets you select a metal pipe and cuts it and ships it? Need fairly small pieces cut from a wide pipe.

I'm mostly stripping 2awg, have tried jokari but found it fiddly and have gone back to using a razor blade. Any large gauge wire strippers out there that are worth getting?

No messing with strings, or scales, or other foolery; we've got ourselves a certified and calibrated tool! Tool (Seekonk, Made in USA and Calibrated by Productivity Quality Inc): Test subjects: V1 Results. Update with ClientGraphics measurements Want to send me a ratchet(s) to test? PM...

Not looking to make my own out of wood. Any recommendations for commercially available wheel cribs?

There is substantial difference between the friction coefficient between a new bolt and a weathered bolt. When working on cars for example, if you plan to reuse a bolt, its important to know that the torque spec you are using has to be adjusted based on the condition of the bolt. This video...

Protip for those looking to make their brake bleeding experience incrementally more enjoyable and not in the know: pressure bleeders can be used completely empty. Almost all pressure bleeders are advertised as needing brake fluid added to them and then pumped to pressure. This only serves to...

I store a couple classic cars in a 20k sqft building during the winter months. I'm seldom there so i'm not looking to have anything that needs electricity (like the traditional car capsule). Ultimately looking to isolate the cars from condensation, rust, the concrete and the sort. Any...

Toe Bar, that's the answer. I've been looking for at at home solution for toe alignment; strings, plates, and tape measures have been a finicky pain. Each mark is 1/16".

Shipping takes forever, but there are some pretty darn low prices when ordering direct from China via Aliexpress/BG/Dx. Tons of tools sold on Amazon are just tools being resold from one of the aforementioned sources. I thought it would be fun to start of thread of success stories where people...