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    mac tools

    I also have been happy with all of my MAC tools. I have a little of every brand but find myself buying mostly MAC stuff these days. Haven't had any issues with any of the Taiwan stuff either.
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    MAC Antivibe Hammers....

    They sell Stanley anti vibe claw hammers almost everywhere. I have no seen any ball peen or drilling hammers in any stores in my area. I have only seen them online they are cheaper but I would rather buy them from the dealer. I will probably grab the 4 piece set in the new flyer.
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    losser's wepper's

    1/4 inch ratchets I have lost 3. I started buying cheap ones. Of course I haven't lost one since.
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    ALLDATA vs. Mitchell vs. Identifix for ind. repair shop

    Mitchell shop manager program is nice I have no complaints. The ondemand is difficult to find things like others have said.
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    Would tool box color sway you on a purchase?

    Matco calls their purple color indigo blue if it makes you feel better.
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    so the snap on tool box rep came to our shop...

    My snap on guy likes to trash other brands. He also likes to make the statement that people withh less expensive tool boxes and tools don't take pride in their work. He has never said it directly to anyone at the shop but likes to spout off about other shops he goes to. Like stated above I have...
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    Do you buy engraved tools?

    A local pawn shop chain in my area wouldn't take some of my items with engravings even though they were my initials. They suggested I go to their other location within 10 miles. Where the city had different rules. I no longer engrave my stuff anymore but I would buy stuff with engraving if the...
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    Locking lug nut "Emergency" removal socket ?

    Bought a car without a key. Pounded on a 21MM 12Pt socket it worked better than the removal tools they sell.
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    Do you guys keep spare meter fuses in your box?

    I have a 10 amp ATO fuse I installed on my lead with a 10 in the meter it blew the one on my test lead first.
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    Matco box

    Yes bottom only around 1500-2000. I would buy at that price but you could make an offer to save a couple bucks.
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    Tool Allowance????

    500 a year and need to show receipts.
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    The Harbor Freight PASS/FAIL Thread...

    4 Piece quick release extensions #67976 Fail. These extensions did not lock on to many of my sockets. I have a variety of sockets including Snap on, Mac, Matco, and Craftsman. Most of the sockets that I tried them on I could pull the socket off of the end. It was slightly more difficult that a...
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    Show your new tool arrivals

    Picked up some goodies from Harbor Freight today. Locking Extension set, 25" breaker bar, Magnetic toolbox shelf, and a free pair of scissors.
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    tool box trade in

    Tool dealers will generally take any box that they could resell. I have purchased a craftsman from my old snappy dealer for at home. The generally give bigger trade in values because of the margins they have on the new stuff.
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    stop tools from rusting in unheated garage

    There is a spray called tool box buddy that I recently acquired. It says that it will penetrate, remove rust and leave a film on tools for up to a year. Works like a penetrating oil and does leave a film on my tools but I haven't had it long enough to tell you how long it lasts. It is available...
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    My first Craigslist purchase

    Pretty much all of the big hardware companies have those branded with their logo. Mine at work are stamped Lawson. They are very nice for storing hardware and or miscellaneous equipment. Typically they are given to the shop for purchasing the hardware.
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    Show your new tool arrivals

    Irwin 6" vise purchased at Home Depot and used a Harbor Freight 20% off coupon.
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    Snap on KRL 773APCM or Matco 3 bay 4S

    I like the drawer layout better on the Snap on
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    Modifications to the HF 4 and 5 drawer service carts - what changes have you made?

    I got mine about two years ago and it came with 4 swivels
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    Wireless/rechargeable work light?

    I too have this light from Sears. Had it for a couple years it is a good light. It is usually priced between 20-35 dollars. Hopefully you could catch it on sale.
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