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    Whats your ultimate tool?

    im genuinely interested in seeing what others have to share and what they consider their ultimate tool. great additions so far
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    how to estimate torque if a torque wrench doesn't fit

    with what? an 8inch 3/8 ratchet? how about a 24inch breaker bar? the amount of torque one can apply is highly variable. as for op, just tighten the nuts to good enough and call it done
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    Whats your ultimate tool?

    I got to thinking on another post. what is your ultimate tool? could be anything from a ratchet, to a bottle opener to even a helicopter if you use it like that. for me, its gotta be a lull, or telescoping lift. those things are awesome. i was introduced to them through my landlord who owns...
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    Anyone use their $$$ saved DYIing their vehicle for more tools?

    the only reason i found this website and am buying tools is because of my car. i really get into my cars. my old one, 99 grand am, was a pile of **** of i was fixing it every week. literally. i really learned how to wrench from that car. 8 years later, i got into modifying my 2001 audi. i built...
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    Are impact rated sockets etc.. stronger then regular chrome?

    For adapters, I think they are worth the money to go quality brand name. What kind did you break?
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    Screaming deal on BelAire compressors

    my order was cancelled. new price 699$. booooooo!
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    Screaming deal on BelAire compressors

    hopefully i see a brand new 60 gallon compressor show up at my door in a couple weeks for $260!!!!
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    Screaming deal on BelAire compressors

    judging by your join date, im on your side. why start an account in january and wait four months to pull a scam? either your one hell of a ******* or you got nothing to do with it. if you are in on a scam, nicely done waiting four months to pull it off. most scammers wouldnt think about a...
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    Screaming deal on BelAire compressors

    well i did some digging. the seller, hugo's online, is out of independence, kansas, and is called hugo's industiral supply. their phone number is 620-331-4846. i called them and got an answering machine. they can be expecting a phone call tomorrow from me during business hours
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    hex bit sockets?

    my audi is a 1.8t so i know exactly what you are talking about. in fact, its the exact reason i bought the long 5mm allen socket. i can get a regular length one in there, but the long one makes it much easier. i dont see the need for the ball type in that specific application. not to toot my own...
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    hex bit sockets?

    forgot to mention dont waste your money on ball type allen sockets. they will only cause more issues. just get regular. IF you want ball sockets, do not use them the first try. it will strip the bolt instantly if any more than a bit of torque is applied. only use them after the bolt is loosened...
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    Screaming deal on BelAire compressors

    even though i ordered one, i feel this easily fits under the "if its to good to be true, it probably is" category. will be interesting to see how it ends up though
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    hex bit sockets?

    i own an audi and i dropped the extra cash on an ebay set of snap on hex sockets. own any vag product and youll see the need for a full compliment of hex sockets. i currently own 4-12mm 3/8s snap on (missing the 11, but im always looking, as well as 14 and 17mm 1/2 mac sockets. i also bought...
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    Screaming deal on BelAire compressors

    literally just created an account to place my order. we will see if it pans out but i doubt it. i kinda hope it doesnt cause i dont really need it. but $260 with free shipping? worth a shot if you ask me
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    one tool from mac / matco /sk / wright

    i dont know about the others, but as far as matco goes you gotta have an 88 tooth ratchet with comfort handle and locking flex head. i alreadyhave the 1/4 and 3/8 and i really really want the 24inch 1/2 drive. my buddy has one and it is a beast. as for mac, the gotta have it for me is their...
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    Simple Socket question

    happens all the time over here on things like chevy trucks, or american made equipment with foreign engines such as cummins. recently i saw a 6.8l john deere engine out of a 844 lull with a sticker on the engine saying be careful cause there are metric and sae fastners. to op, any high quality...
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    Proposal to install a beach webcam

    i am the only one who read the thread title and thought, mmmm, beach webcam. how come i never thought of that?
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    What set/how many of Insulated Screwdrivers for DIYer?

    my dad and i worked at a papermill, me just production worker, him an electrician and believe me everything is turned off. if the electricians got caught working on hot equipment, they would get fired if they werent union. instead, they would get bumped to a non electrical job. unfortuantely...
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    V- belt question

    how about just throw a fricken belt on the damn thing and go to work? if it breaks, get a different one.
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    Hose Clamp Pliers?

    my buddy broke his craftsmen first try. bought another one off the mac guy and it works great. dont remember the brand but im pretty sure coo is france
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