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    Anyone have a shutter exhaust fan?

    Included with agricultural application are greenhouse exhaust fans. Besides the J&D mentioned above, there is also Schaefer and ACME brands available from greenhouse wholesalers. There are direct drive and belt drive units. http://www.schaeferventilation.com http://www.acmehort.com/
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    2017 | Auto Code Reader/Scanner

    I,too, just bought the DIAGLINK scan tool last week (DIY version of MD802) during the lightning deal for $87. It is VERY powerful and must be the best value going these days. Here's some general observations: - All scanners in this price range lag 2-3 years regarding enhanced vehicle coverage...
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    Feedback on Actron Code Scanner (CP9580 in particular)

    Very late to this discussion. The Actron website actually only shows theirs to be updated through 2013, not the 2014 in your original post. An email response from them didn't indicate a big priority to do updates. I wonder if they even update the software, or just introduce a new model every...
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    Help With Channellock Choices

    Thanks for the initial feedback. I do have somewhat smallish hands and to be honest, I just listed the smaller sizes above to keep things simple. I have already decided to go with bigger linesmens and may go up one size on the others. And, I might buy two sizes of some of them. I apologize...
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    Help With Channellock Choices

    Hey Guys, I'm upgrading my workplace toolbox general use pliers, cutters, etc.. This is a community toolbox used by many, so tools gets abused and lost. Channellock meets the value aspect that I seek and the blue handles will assist keeping track of them. It would be a shame to stock the...
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    Best way to buy bulk USA made bolt kits?

    Google "Dayton Ohio Fastener Companies", then investigate which ones have the best quality and value...
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    Crimping non insulating connectors

    My notes indicate that the Panduit crimpers are Kleins. A very close look at them seems to confirm this.
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    Anyone know something about craftsman industrial?

    Its tough to know if these current Apex products are as good as the 30 year old versions WWheeler talks highly of. Its also tough to guess where Apex will be in the future, given all the changes happening. So, if you buy these CM Industrial tools you have to assume the risks of quality and...
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    WTF? My hot water heater

    Your link seems to explain the cause. High pressure pushes the tank bottom down. Because the tank top is linked to the bottom by the flue, the tank top folds in (down also), and that would explain the direction of the bent *******. The bottom picture at this link shows the same condition...
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    Buying Bolts

    Some time ago, there were problems with Asian made fasteners. I am not sure if regulations have alleviated those quality control problems. On expensive equipment, you certainly don't want fastener failure. Do a Google search to see if you have any quality local industrial suppliers. My...
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    multi meter case....

    Sears has these in 3 sizes, under $10:
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    What is the best lube for brake caliper slide pins?

    This is debated to death, with as many opinions as there are contributors. If you spend a day studying the interweb, you WILL learn that certain vehicle brand brake rubber WILL swell with the use of certain "brake safe" lubes. After years of trying the various PAO synthetic vs. silicone type...
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    What is the best lube for brake caliper slide pins?

    Be VERY careful NOT to confuse the SuperLube Silicone product for the much more common synthetic SuperLube. The tech page at SuperLube shows the synthetic SuperLube NOT compatible with EPDM rubber, which is very common on vehicles.
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    Looking for Craftsman Professional Jack Stands

    I'm confused. This link looks similar to your old ones: http://www.ebay.com/itm/CRAFTSMAN-9-50163-Jack-Stands-4-Tons-1-Pr-/331725344644?hash=item4d3c5f0f84:g:UxgAAOSwzaJX-VBV&item=331725344644&vxp=mtr And this link looks like the new ones...
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    Any holiday deals for PI split beam torque wrench?

    This place is $20 cheaper and includes free shipping: http://www.tooldiscounter.com/ItemDisplay.cfm?lookup=PREC3FR250F
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    Looking for Craftsman Professional Jack Stands

    Ebay shows some, but you will have to call the sellers and confirm if what is pictured is what you get: http://www.ebay.com/itm/CRAFTSMAN-9-50163-Jack-Stands-4-Tons-1-Pr-/331725344644?hash=item4d3c5f0f84:g:UxgAAOSwzaJX-VBV&item=331725344644&vxp=mtr Both the old and the new seem to have the...
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    DIY Old Craftsman Level Value Line Tools???

    Did a search, but obviously not very well. Direct me to them if possible, otherwise: Please list today's alternatives for the old Craftsman homeowner's line of hand tools (wrenches/ratchets, sockets, mainly) that had the excellent attributes of easy accessibility, easy warranty, decent...
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    Why so much variation in beam torque wrench handles?

    So, you are ordering some junky Chinese wrenches to see if they are infallible regarding "simple, inherently accurate, and inexpensive". Isn't that what they call an oxymoron? You are completely wrong about avoiding the pivoting handle style. The top of the line Sturtevant Richmont has the...
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    Three new torque wrenches...

    At my workplace, my inch lb. wrench is a Techwrench. With delicate small fasteners, it's nice because you can watch the torque progress just like a dial wrench. But, they cost so much. You will be fine with your setup. Once you get within a ft. lb. or two of your target, it takes...
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    Three new torque wrenches...

    Yes, you lost a bit of range on your inch lb. wrench and have a bit of a gap between it and the 3/8 wrench. Using the rule of thumb: accurate "down to 20% of scale" up to full scale , your new set up is: 3.4 - 17 ft. lb...........20 - 100 ft. lb...........50-250 ft. lb. You have a small...
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