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I am considering new sockets to replace my Craftsman. My research here suggest, if you don't want tool truck experiences, that either JH Williams or SK tool are top line stuff. So, I researched both lines. Both have comparably offerings as far as, drive size, socket count and size range standard...

I have searched around here and found bits and pieces on what makes a good screwdriver. I do mostly mechanical work in my garage and have the ubiquitous Craftsman clear/red/ blue handle from the 1970's. Time to replace them. Seems I read that some screwdrivers have hardened tips, which, I would...

I can't help myself. It seems I have a compulsion to "tune up" everything I have. You know what I am talking about. We all know manufactured stuff isn't perfect. And if you have ever raced, you know that everything needs "blueprinting". Of course, this applies to anything you buy at Harbor...

looking for a Sanborn model 112a compressor pump. AKA Coleman Powermate Any condition, running condition, locked up, leaking, dirty whatever. Not interested in buying new type replacement.

I bought a Harbor Freight Extended Reach Air Cutoff Tool. I like the idea but, in typical HF fashion it fails to deliver. I cannot return it, it's way past the return policy limit. It is advertised to use Average air consumption: 4 CFM @ 90 PSI. My Craftsman air compressor manual states my...

We are installing a cell booster amp at work for better phone coverage inside the plant. The hardware install is straight forward with connections to outside antenna and inside cable runs and nodes. Where my question lies is with the power connection to the booster amp. It runs off 120v and the...

Warning! rant/ wall of text!:rant: For those who haven't experienced the pleasure, re-tubing a fluorescent or round bulb with LED can be a really education! I started last December, re-bulbed the house. I had to make a couple of trips to Menards. Getting the right style, temperature (color) and...

seems to be a lot of air compressor threads lately, here's mine. Yesterday, my 15 year old Craftsman 25 gallon, 3-1/2 hp spit a reed out / STB (sht the bed). It was buzzing along just fine, then the "tone" changed. After that, it wouldn't build pressure. Took it apart and found one reed had...

Ok Happy New Year 2016 I wish the best for everyone here and may all your endeavors be fulfilling. Let's hear your reflections on what you want to do this year, self improvement, family improvement, work improvement, garage improvement. Or maybe things you want NOT to do! As for me, I want to...

Like most of us, Saturday is a day of freedom to tackle whatever we need to get done. I don't know about you, but it seems most my "small", :simple" projects turn into big nasty monsters that bit back. Take today for instance, I recently obtained a nice "Lyons" metal workbench from a...

saw a post on CL. Went to the address and it was a pawn shop. It is a decent pawn shop in a ok part of town. Picked up a Snap-on F720 ratchet and Snap-on speed handle for $30. whoo-hoo! :D

long post - bear with me. Well - It's heading for that time of year when heating your garage starts to work on your mind. So- here is the first "what size do I need" post of the season. My garage / shop: 30 x 40 divided into 30 x 16 x 12 "vaulted" / scissor truss ceiling work bay and 30 x 24 x...

I am going to "play around" with a small solar system. I am using "inexpensive" parts just for amusement purposes and am not expecting any great results. My plan is to generate enough to power the lights in my shop. I have a set of panels,batteries and a inverter. The question on my mind is...

Ever have trouble with Craftsman tools... going through the side wall of your tire? Going to work thus morning, in town, 35mph. BANG,bang,bang, bang... pull over and this is what I found. Craftsman 9mm combo wrench stuck round end first right where you see it.:eyecrazy: Nice two year old...

I have been reading the various threads about these grinders. I also ran across one one CL. It's a 257.191300. Looks like the picture, but how do you tell the build year? I can see the serial number, is there a way to decode it? It's a 1/3hp, 6" wheel model so I assume it is a lower end home...

Hey all, awhile ago there was a discussion about using propane torpedo heaters or construction heaters in an enclosed area (shop garage). There was lively debate about it and the risk of carbon monoxide. This isn't about re-opening that whole can of worms. I have used both propane torpedo...

Got my lights up! This is the lighting above the 30 x 24 x 10 "shop" portion of my garage. The 30 ft runs parallel with the lights. There is 8 ft between rows. my install uses: 9 fixtures -Lithonia Lighting Model # TC 2 32 120 1/4 GESB 8ft Tandem 4-Light Flush Mount Ceiling Electronic...

Hi all! Wife was talking about wanting to have a way to call me if I am needed in the house. The garage is only about 60 ft away. She talked about walkie talkies, intercoms and such. Cell phone usage is out, our house is a dead zone. Anyone using something we should consider?

in need of a Tecumseh crankshaft for a HM80 / HM10 - horizontal shaft 8hp / 10 hp, model 155359N. Original crank part number 35372a. 1" diameter x 2.75 long pto, plain bearing style both flywheel and pto side measure 1-3/8" diameter. rod journal measures 1-3/8"

Well, cold weather is just around the corner here. Now my attention turns to permanent heat this year. Last year I used a propane bullet heater, it did ok. What I am considering is a natural gas, 95% efficient heater. Mainly, it will keep the garage at 45º and then I would like to jump up to 65º...