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I would try to get an inch lb. wrench with maximum value of 240 inch lbs. +/-. This will cover 4 to 20 ft. lbs.. Your next wrench should top out at 100 ft. lbs. (20 - 100 ft. lbs.), and your last wrench at 250 ft. lbs., especially if you have truck wheels or ag. equipment. This provides...

The only complaint I read about the Fiskar Power Gear is that the handles have to open up very wide. This might cause problems for an orchardist or landscaper. Otherwise they seem like a great option and are easily warrantied. Following the good advice of rlitman, bypass models are better for...

All of the U.S. Stihl loppers that I have recently seen are US made and seem to be rebranded Hickok loppers. Apologize for giant pics: I prefer bypass loppers vs. anvil type for MY work. US manufacturers of professional loppers include: Hickok, VACA and Barnel (do some Google...

Hello Paul, I can't remember the last time I damaged a chain that I had to replace links on, and when I did I just let our excellent dealer do it for a very nominal price. So, I cannot offer real world experience. Google repair chain site:www.arboristsite.com and there is plenty of...

You don't, by chance, happen to like red?? You do Martha Stewart proud. Kidding aside, excellent job. Must be a pleasure to work in. Thanks for sharing.

Study any engineering site about torque variables and technique to learn that the process is about +/- 25% accuracy, making a lot of this discussion somewhat moot (i.e.- 2% vs. 4% wrench, mechanics straining and convorting on a rusty or lubed fasterner, etc.). The best one can do is to learn...

I'm 60 years old and do a moderate amount of wrenching on vehicles, ag. equipment, and outdoor power (landscape) equipment. I have never regretted having the PI split beam wrench. The only left hand thread I have is on weed trimmer heads, and no torque wrench is needed there.

Nylon is hygroscopic. Soaking your line in water will make it a bit more flexible and longer lived, especially old line that has sat around for years.

Don't even know why I am responding here, as I know nothing of your tool needs. What I did learn from my recent foray into hand crimpers and terminals is that it seems that in order to meet code regulations, you have to use the same brand crimp tool and terminal manufacturer. With this in...

Hello Chasbec, At my workplace, I have a smaller, older FS 85 trimmer. I have the "gearhead" type rubber power sweep that requires a wrench to remove the entire weed trimmer gear head, and install the power sweep gear head and drums. The gearhead is geared incredibly low and does NOT...

It's anyone's guess. It could have been a quality control goof at the factory. It happens. It should work just fine. Maybe just a bit more "clunky" using smaller size sockets.

It's all about brand name perception. The same reason people will pay inflated prices for Monster audio cable products. For some reason, people feel more comfortable buying and using Gearwrench vs. something like Pittsburgh Pro. All about perception. And, wouldn't you agree that Gearwrench...

Why did Stihl bring back the 250 with the 251 already out. Even their catalog lists both saws, which are basically identical in power. The 251 obviously has the newer technology (carb,filtration, anti vibe). It makes no sense to offer both saws at the same time.

Nothing like bringing back a 5 year old thread!:eyecrazy: First, Craftsman torque wrenches are now made in China, so who knows who the actual current manufacturer is. BITOG brother Chris142, it was the plastic handle locking ring on the old U.S. made Craftsman that commonly broke...

Thanks for the info, Ekie. I am enamored by the "idea" of rust converters for some projects. But, in reality, serious Google search says they do not live up to their hype, no matter how good the marketing hype is. However, here is a link to some most recent ongoing research on rust...

Ask a silly question....... Actually, the instructions are probably referring to the principle of "exercising your torque wrench" prior to using it after it has been stored for a long time. Google it. With click type wrenches, the purpose is to distribute the grease within the wrench and...

You did good choosing the Husky. It is made by JS Technologies of Marietta, Georgia. They used to make the U.S. made Craftsman. You will see that your Husky looks the same as the Gearwrench (former KD), NAPA, Armstrong, and others also made by JS. Remember that your wrench is only...

Pressmaster of Sweden is an actual tool manufacturer and many of their models are relabeled and sold under other quality names. Check them out if quality and COO are priorities: http://www.pressmaster.se/products/#strip_and_cut

Wow, a home garage type of tool for lifting tires does not seem to exist. Along the lines of a motorcycle lift, this jack could probably be modified to do the job: http://www.ruralking.com/hardware/equipment/jacks-straps-winches/jacks/powerbuilt-4000-lb-triple-lift-floor-jack-620422.html...

Regarding the 16v concern voiced above, CTEK has this to say in their FAQ section: "Q. Does the battery have to be disconnected from the vehicle when charging with a CTEK charger? A. No, CTEK chargers cannot damage sensitive electronics so you do not need to disconnect the battery from the...