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Sir, I ordered and received a 7897 a ball joint kit last week. It arrived last week. I purchased this from Amazon on line. In preparation to replace the ball joints on my F150, I attempted to rotate the end housing that sets on top of the ball joint. I would not move. Upon further investigation...

I have been wondering about how a machine shop removes and replaces valve guides. I have watched several videos on the tube and in all honesty, it appears to be a relatively simple procedure. Can anyone point me in a proper direction with the tools required to do these jobs. I am not going to...

OK So for the past 4 years my Dewalt 1/2 drill and Sawzall have been using the elephant XLT 18 volt NiCad, batteries. Well it seems as if every battery I own is having to croak on me. So I ordered two from Amazon that are 5 amp hours, but what has me concerned is there weight compared to the old...

Well, I have been pondering something and hopefully someone will help me find the answer. Virtually every type of puller be it wheel, bearing, axle, hub, or puller of any type has course threads. If the puller had fine threads the tool would take much less effort. Think about the young mechanic...

Harbor Freight Air Hammer So, for the holidays "Happy New Year" I had a need for a better air hammer. After reading about all the famous brands and what they are capable of doing, I had intended of purchasing one of Astros models. However, my requirements are not as stringent or demanding as...

So yesterday my trusty Craftsman 1/2 drive 19.2 volt heavy duty impact began making screeching noises from the motor.Sounds like a dry bearing. Anyway it is well worn but still does the job, although the battery seems to be losing it's strength.So after nosing about I came across this. Rigid...

Hello, About three months ago I installed a free standing air tight wood heater.The stove works good however,,, it could be better.It heats the garage but the draft is not what it should be. I have the double wall 6 inch pipe and it is extending well over 4 foot from the edge of the roof. What I...

OK here is my question.I installed a free standing wood stove in my two car garage.The stove is new and the inside is firebrick lined. Do I need a grate? I have double wall insulated stove pipe and all is up to code.But I do not know if I need a grate. Thanks, Ken

So here in central Missouri it is supposed to get in the mid 80's today.Anyway,during the past winter I have a Mr.Heater propane heater for my garage. It works well but seems as if everything is damp.I have a 25 pound tank for it. I am aware that propane heaters give off moisture.Plus it take a...

So I have been looking through the search and unable to find an answer.The Harbor Freight parts washer says it is a 20 gallon capacity. What I would like to know is how much solvent will be required to make this thing work. Will I require 20 gallons or can I get away with less?I intend to...

OK, so my garage has an empty corner and a shop press would fit right in. Not really, however, has anyone purchased the 20 ton from Harbor freight? This is in my price range and I have a few jobs that would be much easier if I had the press.Any suggestions? $300 is about the limit.I'm 63 years...

About a month ago I received my Astro tap and die set. (Metric) My question is, does the metric tap and die have a course and fine thread? I find this perplexing as I am now looking for a standard and most sets have a fine and course set of both taps and dies. Can anyone explain to me why Astro...

OK, so my new Astro metric tap and die arrived last week and has set on my bench. Well last night i needed a longer bolt. Anyway the threaded bolt was 1.125. I checked with the tool that was included with the set.The die went down the threaded part with no effort. It finally started cutting the...

Well, I don't know if I am getting smarter or lazier in my old age.One thing that I do not like is trying to grease equipment and not being able to make the connection from the grease gun to the fitting and getting grease in all the wrong places.Well, that has all passed as of today.This...

Hello.Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas... I am now in the market for a new Tap and Die set. There is not a lot of stores locally, however, a new HF store has opened about 33 miles from my home.They have a 60 piece set that has very good ratings.And it is within my budget.Has anyone used this...

Well the title pretty much says it all.From time to time I use my F150 to tote my Polaris Sportsman and have been known to fill the bed with firewood.So I noticed a couple of fender mounted tool chests while surfing.What I want to put in them is pretty much the basics. Jumper cables,impact...

OK so last week I was doing a muffler job on a Chevy Malibu.. Original exhaust system, 135K on it.Anyway I needed to heat a couple clamps but my bernzomatic propane torch just seems to take forever.Anyway my local Tractor Supply has this setup.BernzOmatic Cutting, Welding and Brazing Torch Kit...

This appears to have some merit.Reverse air chisel, puller?

Mac Tools sent me a flyer.On the last page there is a picture of two Die Grinders identical to the ones I got from Amazon.Only these came with a set of bits. The price listed in the flyer was $169.99 I paid way less for these and they were labeled mfd Astro.Think I paid $69.99 This price was for...

A short time ago I commented about Princess Auto relabeling a brand of tools. Anyway I tripped over this video about them. Frankly I am most impressed with the selection.Anhoo, I thought that someone just might enjoy visiting a Canadian version of Harbor Freight.