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I use Ryobi for the outdoor tools, and Dewalt for everything else. I hate yard chores, so I want them done with as little hassle and cost as possible. Ryobi stuff has been up to the task pretty consistently. Meanwhile, my 20v Dewalt is reserved for projects, starting out with a good deal on a...

It's not the traditional "sentimental" tool -- I don't' have a great relationship with my family, and it's not Snap-On or anything special -- but special to me is the simple Kobalt 3/8" socket set my parents gave me one year for the holidays. It's the set I used when I was cutting my teeth on my...

At least they're doing the right thing by owning up to it (again). I'm definitely looking for some ratcheting with pin stands after this, my old HF stands have been good to me but the point has been raised (pun intended) enough that now that I'm not a broke teenager, I should spend some more to...

I bought the $99 Ryobi, for pretty much exactly what you're after. We washed some block walls, washed some brick, and most frequently, wash our cars (with a foam cannon). I picked up a foam cannon and nozzle kit on Amazon for ~$20, and some brick-safe cleaner. The biggest thing is to know the...

I love 'em for tapcons in particular. I'm not a fan of the phillips-head ones, I generally use the 1/4" tapcons for anything and everything -- they're expensive, but it's nice to know they'll likely never come loose. And the magnetic aspect is great for holding materials in place with one hand...

Last night I picked up the 18v Ryobi string trimmer & blower kit for $99, and spent another $50 on 2x 2AH batteries. All my other stuff is Dewalt, but between mixed reviews on the flexvolt system and the overall pricetag for something I already don't enjoy, I wanted cheaper. For far less money...

Best friend has the DCF899 with pin, it's an absolute beast. I haven't gotten it yet (that pricetag!), but I did get the DCF887B for putting together some serious storage in our garage -- I picked up a 1/4" hex to 3/8" square adapter from Milwaukee and some 3/8" impact sockets, and it'll take...

I've occasionally struck up a conversation with folks on tools, but I don't give advise unless prompted. On the other hand, saving money is a safe bet -- I've occasionally been in Harbor Freight and given someone a paper coupon, or told them about the HFQPDB app, and generally the reception is...

Tekton 100% of the way, now that the Kobalt wrenches production has been moved to India and Craftsman to China. I picked up their no-skip 8-22mm for around $45, and it's my go-to when I need a wrench that I can rely on. I've had the Pittsburgh Pro full polish (also India) and they definitely...

I bought Blackhawk/Proto and they've been good to me, though for all I know I could've gotten away with tinfoil wrapped around the nut in question -- you'll never know when a tool is good, only when it's not. I heard good things about the Blackhawk/Proto, and a set was around $90... Worth the...

I feel it would depend what you're planning to work on, many manufacturers have specific tools. I largely deal with Mazda/Ford and VW/Audi, so my options are ForScan (with a generic cable/dongle) and VCDS (I'll save you time and money on that one, Ross-Tech is worth every penny and the cheaper...

Let me tell you firsthand, I've been using a ~13 year old Kobalt 72 tooth, and a more recent 90-tooth Kobalt. I picked up the Tekton about a year and a half ago, in 90-tooth flavor. It's by far my favorite hand ratchet, better than both Kobalts and better than all my variations of the Pittsburgh...

I believe the interior is riddled with them, based on reports from a buddy with an early 90's Ranger. I do Volkswagen things, so they're all over the interior of that. It sounds like you're an excellent parent. Why not spend some time with your son, and guide him to a solid balance of quality...

Mobile Distributor Supply had OEMTools' offering around $95 with pass-through sockets free. They come with a set of replacement "rings" for the ring-stop feature (always nice to have spare parts), I'm a fan. I've been using them, and while I do my best to not beat the hell out of the ratcheting...

I've got one set affected by this, one set that's a different part number and one that's so old they're orange. I'll definitely take mine in for the refund, and maybe look at Esco -- I'm seeing them around $40 for a set of 3 ton. Who else does GJ like for jack stands though? I've only ever used...

As someone who is working from home in the scope of IT support, I'd be more than happy to elaborate on why this is not an easy role to fulfill from home. When I have to communicate with a client by phone, in the office I am able to use our VoIP phones and the number they see is the office...

FWIW, the Pittsburgh ones aren't rated so well. The Maddox seem to be a bit better, mine's been alright but it's not been used frequently. I haven't explored the full capabilities though, it sounds like the air hose fitting thing might be a smart move.

I really like my Blackhawk ones, USA made and the set isn't awfully expensive. Snap-On are supposed to be the best but the pricetag is about what you'd expect.

I've put an awful lot of faith in a Snap-On prybar, and it hasn't let me down. My day-to-day prybars are Sunex, but the Hyper Tough from Walmart with striking cap are rebranded Wilde IIRC, and are 120% worth the money. Those are the ones that come out when I'm extraordinarily hoping the prybar...

Re: Tool Haul For The Regular DIY’er Seems like a pretty good set of choices. I've used and abused the Pittsburg Pro stuff and it seems to hold up well (similarly, I'm doing DIY work). I can't speak highly enough though (and I'm sure others will agree) of Tekton, a set of wrenches for ~$45...