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    Make and possible year

    just for giggles...how much did you pay for the box / tools?
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    Realistically how strong is this wall mounted work bench

    OP - not as deep as the one you are considering, but check out Pitpal's folding shelf high quality aluminum construction made in the USA Pitpal Folding Shelf
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    Pricing help for a Snap On KRL1003

    my $0.02 if its in good shape (rust, dents, slide action, etc.) i think its worth up to $2000. hard to tell from the photo but the bottom edge looks like rust that comes from being in a damp environment OR kept outside for some amount of time. if after looking at it closely in person i felt...
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    New to forum and got a question

    my $0.02 I've had a box like this for 25 years. When you load a drawer with heavy stuff (hammers, punches / chisels etc.) the slide action is stiff but it keeps working. My box is stationary. I've since added better quality boxes for my main tool storage and the difference is notable. But all...
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    Do SAE inhex/ male hex /hex key get used by you? Where you see them?

    My $0.02...its hard to talk in absolute terms about fasteners but it seems to me that most American cars 1940s thru 1960s dont have a lot hex cap screws as OEM issue yet all of the auto mechanics training books i have from the 50s and 60s include hex keys in the required tools section. I guess...
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    Hex Keys - The Whole Story

    Kudos to Dave455 for his well written and thoughtful post that so many find valuable. I salute you sir.
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    What’s a good quality set of precision microscrewdrivers or bits?

    Wiha...get a set like AE Adam recommends Durable, precise fit tips. Reasonable priced.
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    What’s your minimum handyman style toolkit for unexpected stuff at other people’s houses?

    Last Best Tool (youtube) periodically reviews small specialized tool kits that he builds. Some are purpose specific but a few, like the one below, are general purpose. The one below ("Ultimate Mini Tool Kit 1.0") might be more than the OPs original use case calls for, but its a pretty good...
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    Just another day at the 'office' - prepping my gear for my next projects 1800 miles away.

    481
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    Is ICON the new Craftsman?

    ^ this is profound and funny...not getting the love it deserves!
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    "Aging" wood finish to make it match

    A great source of woodworking / finishing knowledge is the sawmillcreek forum. Just my $0.02 but I think it is the Garage Journal of woodworking.... TONS of authoritative knowledge about anything related to wood working. There will be opinions and options on the "aging" effect you are looking...
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    ZMotorsports Shop Projects 2.0

    Zmotorsports - i didn't know where to put this note, so i searched for your handle and found this thread. i just finished watching your toolbox tour video and had to comment. I am a hack home gamer, not nearly close to the bottom of your league. I LEARNED A LOT from watching your tour. Thanks!
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    Portable tool box, small toolbox, mobile tool bags, cantilever toolbox for essential tools

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    Tossing some old thermostats

    just curious, why do you have so much mercury and how do you store it?
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    Anybody got opinion on Harbor Freight Cabinets (US General)

    I bought the 42" series 2 two years ago after spending too much time thinking about other options. i am a DIY hack with decent tools. Wrenches and sockets are snapon (mostly acquired used) others tools are mainly US made. I dont have a garage palace or the best of anything but I appreciate...
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    Pegasus Worx or Jawhorse?

    just like 72anthony said, only downside to a jawhorse is its weight but it is one of those tools that when you need it you thank yourself for having already bought it. they are very useful and sturdy i too would buy another more expensive lighter version
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    Garage Speakers

    Klipsch LaScalas in the garage?....I salute you sir
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    Best Accessories You've Purchased for Your Garage

    thanks for posting this!
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    separating spot welds on sheet metal

    a lot of good feedback,,, THANKS at this point not sure which approach to start with (cutter/bit or narrow grinder) but i am leaning towards using a narrow belt grinder. i'll provide an update in a few days (when i can actually work on it) again, thanks
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    separating spot welds on sheet metal

    Finn - thanks, i am going to try the HF $5 first to see if the technique works before getting a better cutter as you mention
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