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Bosch brushless "Freak" 1/4 - 1/2" combo driver/wrench kit with charger, 2.0 Ah battery, belt clip and 4 bits on sale for $99.00 (reg $159.00). So, $60 off MSRP. Picked mine up today. 1,800 inch/lbs = 150 ft/lbs in a package not much larger than Bosch 12V tools. Clipped on a "Core" 18v 4.0 Ah...

I just picked up a Klein MM200 multimeter on ebay. When I turn it on to AC it reads ~.140 V and counts down to about .036 in several seconds. When I switch to DC, it reads ~ -25.0 mv and starts counting down to about -21.0 and seems to fluctuate counting up and down in the teens to twenty to...

I just followed this link http://toolboyworld.com/eBay/Ryobi_Batteries.htm which claims that Li-Ion battery packs can be permanently damaged if allowed to drop below a certain level and that they "self discharge" over time. I have A LOT of Li-Ion batteries (Ryobi, Nextec, Hitachi) that get...

I recently picked up a new (to me) carbon fiber bike which has lots of small allen head fasteners with very precise (and low) torque spec's. I have a nice SO 1/4" torque wrench, but all my hex sockets are either 3/8" or 1/2" drive. Can anyone recommend a decent set of hex sockets in 1/4"...

Lowes has the Pilot Instaboost lithium jump starter/charger on sale for $79.00 - marked down from $99.00 - so 20% off ($105 + shipping on Amazon). http://www.lowes.com/pd_573361-74342-CA-9801_0__ With a HF 20% off coupon it was $63.20 out the door (before CA took its bite). YMMV.

Anyone have any experience with these? Saw these in Autoweek. Looks like a pretty nice box for $84. Made in Japan. Edit: Just re-read the specs - pretty tiny box: 13.5" x 6.5" x 6.5" http://www.handeyesupply.com/collections/tool-boxes-1/products/trusco-st-tool-box-with-cantilever-tray

I have been in communication with the gentleman at TTI who oversees the Ryobi ONE+ line of tools. I asked him if they had ever considered doing a Combo Kit that did NOT include a drill - since most of us already have (multiple) cordless drills. He said they were toying with the idea and asked...

Just got an email from Ryobi that the 2 for 1 deal on the new 4Ah batteries is back. 2 batteries for $99. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18-Volt-Lithium-Battery-2-Pack-P122/204321540

I seem to recall that the Craftsman cordless tools are, essentially the same as Ryobi (manufactured by TTI). Apparently Milwaukee is under the same umbrella and I've got a bunch of Nextec batteries so I'm curious as to whether Nextec batteries are compatible with Milwaukee M12 tools. Do they...

After years of faithful service, my EDC little "Chive" lost its mojo. The "SpeedSafe" function would only open about half way and would not lock if opened manually. Picked up another one so I wouldn't be without my EDC. Since Kershaw has a lifetime warranty, I figured I'd send my original...

Found sets of Ryobi 22 piece Impact Rated Driving Bits on clearance at my local HD today. Includes Phillips, Square, and Torx bits. 15 1" bits, 6 2" bits, plus a magnetic bit holder. Marked down to $4.00 (from $19.97). COO is china (of course).

Haven't seen this posted, so forgive me if it's an Enzo.* HD has the Ryobi One+ P108 4Ah batteries in a BOGO deal "while supplies last." Two batteries for the price of one ($99.00)! Got mine today. * Enzo = The re-posting or re-use of a prior idea, thread, news article, etc. It is derived...

In the early 70's I was in the Air Force stationed at Ramstein AB in Germany. Due to a slight (ahem) indiscretion I received an "Article 15" (of the UCMJ - administrative punishment) and was given 30 days in the brig. It was a pretty low key affair, kinda like being in detention hall - we were...

Ordered two pair of medium mechanic's gloves online for in-store pick up: http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=219437 Picked them up the other day and found that they run really small - too small. So, I figured I'd just take them back and exchange them for two pair in large...

Stopped by the local Sears today to pick up the Craftsman badged Knipex Cobras that I'd ordered online. Noticed that the Nextec work light was on clearance for $14.97 (half price). Of course, they had none in stock. So I asked the sales clerk if he could sell me the display model. He said...

Rob McKellar (Rob Cornwell here on GJ) put together a couple of group Cornwell tool buys. I bought a TRF4 1/4" ratchet in the first group buy. The ratchet I received had badly peeling chrome. I contacted Rob, he contacted Cornwell, got back to me and said no problem he'd warranty it. On...

I've got a little Snap On QJR117F 1/4" torque wrench I bought off of ebay. It's marked 40 to 200 LB IN. However, off to the left side of the scale at the 60 LB IN line it's marked "STOP". The word "STOP" is not engraved like the rest of the scale, but looks like it's laser etched. Does this...

I've got a great set of satin finished Thorsen metric combination wrenches that I bought when I got out of the AF back in the early 70's. Quality stuff, but haven't seen the Thorsen brand for years. I've recently seen Chinese made **** branded as "Thorsen" at the box stores. What happened to...