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    1966 Craftsman 150 drill press. Excellent condition.

    Very good condition 1966 Sears Craftsman 150 drill press. 1/2 hp motor. No damage to deck and have original owner's manuals. No run out on quill shaft, but could use bearings for they are starting to make noise. Usable as is, but would be silent with new bearings. Everything works as it should...
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    Tale of two start capacitors. Why is the US-made one so much smaller?

    The start capacitor went out on one of my AC units. Thankfully, I had a spare in my stash. Capacitor is 45+5 mfd and rated for 440/370 vac. The one in my stash was made by Titan Pro in China. I picked up another one to replace the one I used in case I need it later on. The new...
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    Source for 5/8ths-18 (fine thread) 1" full thread bolt with a reduced height (thin) head

    I need a 5/8ths-18 (fine thread) 1" grade 8 full thread bolt with a reduced height (thin) head. I searched Google and Master-McCarr without luck. I guess I can reduce the height of the head myself, but I was hoping there were some readily available. Any other sources that you've had luck...
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    Free: MIJ Craftsman 391-5195 Woodworkers vise- Must pick up in NE NJ

    Free MIJ Craftsman 391-5195 woodworkers vise. Must pick up in NE NJ. Needs some love and clean up but all there. I found it in the trash and don't need it, but want it gone.
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    Can someone help remind me what this slip on screw holder tabs are called?

    Can someone jog my memory as to what the "official" name of these slip on screw holder tabs are called? I need to order more and all of my search names have come up empty. Thanks,
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    Milwaukee brushed 3/8ths ratchet- Worth it?

    I tried searching, but didn't find anything. Admittedly, I could be searching incorrectly. I have numerous Milwaukee M12 & 18 tools. but I don't have a ratchet yet. Is this one decent or should I hold out for the Fuel version...
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    Proto ratchet J5249HS with hole allowing use of allen key, screw driver, etc to hold nuts, etc.

    I saw this Proto ratchet on-line. Seems like it would be handy is some applications, albeit limited usage, but would be great for things like valve adjustments, some strut tower nuts, etc. Seems like really old tech with 24 tooth gear. Does anyone know of another, similar designed ratchet...
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    Help ID what these pliers are for.

    Can someone help ID what these pliers are used for? No manufacturers name on them. Just says Made in USA. Thanks,
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    Thoughts on OBD scanner from YoucanIC model @ U Can-II B Pro? Different recommendation?

    Looking for a step up from a hand-held or bluetooth OBD-II scanner. Can across the YoucanIC U Can-II B Pro. Looks pretty decent for the $550+ price tag. Comes with a 3 ft. scope too. I'm looking for something that will not read, but clear codes, bleed ABS, reset steering angle sensors...
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    Best place to buy single, USA made quality drill bit replacements

    I need to add some single bits in various sizes to some of my drill indexes. Where or who is the best place to purchase single USA made quality drill bits. I've been using Viking with great results. They use to have a spot at the Hershey car show, but they weren't there this year. Went to...
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    Need a new dust buster: Milwaukee or old standard Black & Decker, Shark, etc.

    My wife and I have two teenage boys, so we use our Dust Buster/hand held cordless vac a lot. Over the years, I've kept buying the tried and true Black & Decker, Shark, etc. ones you see at Target, Walmart, etc. They last about 1-2 years. Batteries get weak and then they become useless...
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    Screws for Milwaukee Batteries coming out in use

    I apologize if this has been covered before, but is anyone else having an issue with the screws holding their Milwaukee batteries together coming out during use? I have two 3.0 & 5.0 batteries that were using on impacts that, during usage, have come out. I didn't notice until I had to...
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    Free 10D & 6D Gav. nails.

    I have the following that I'd like to give away. All I ask is you pay shipping. 4 X 1lb. boxes of 10D 3" gav. nails. 2 X 1lb. boxes of 6D 2" gav. nails. If you can use them, let me know. Thanks, Tim.
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    What do with left over wire from from electrical jobs?

    Hey All: Curious what I could do with the left over wire from various electrical jobs I've done throughout the years? I have a large milk crateful of various gauge wire. Still have a lot of long runs left. Examples are various gauge grounding cables, 12 & 14 gauge black, white and...
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    Easy aluminum welding/brazing rods? Too good to be true?

    https://www.harborfreight.com/8-piece-low-temperature-aluminum-welding-rods-44810.html Harbor Freight link is used as an example of what I'm talking about. Curious if anyone has used these? I've been seeing a bunch of ads on Youtube and Instagram. Too good to be true or does it really...
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    Cutting torch suggestions

    Cutting torch suggestions or recommendations Hi All: I haven't had the need for a oxy/acetylene torch set for many years. I have one of those small "tote" sets for the few times I need the red wrench. I now find myself needing larger tanks and curious the best way to go about this...
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    6" crimped wire wheels- Go only US made or import OK? What gauge for cleaning bolts?

    6" crimped wire wheels- Go only US made or import OK? What gauge for cleaning bolts? I'm in the middle of doing a hot rod project ('28 roadster on '32 frame with a flathead V8). I've been soaking my stash of Ford bolts and need to clean them up on a wire wheel. I have an extra grinder that...
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    Looking to get some 6" wire wheels for an old grinder. What size wire should I get?

    Looking to get some 6" wire wheels for an old grinder. What size wire should I get? Looking to put two wire wheels on a Craftsman grinder. I want them for cleaning bolts and general dressed of parts. I noticed there are different wire choices. What would be two good wire gauges to get for...
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    Looking for best place to purchase US-made taps & dies (18, etc. pitch)

    Hi All: As a hobby, I work on old Fords. Getting back into a '28 roadster hot rod project and forgot how many older style taps and dies I need. A lot of 18 pitch stuff. I have a 25 y.o. comprehensive Craftsman kit, but they don't include this thread pitch. Any thoughts on the best...
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    US-made Westinghouse 3/4 h.p. 1725 rpm A/C motor-

    Used USA made Westinghouse 3/4 h.p. motor. Runs @ 1725 rpm. Ser# 317P219. Asking $25 + shipping. If paying with Paypal, 3% will be added to the price. It should fit in a USPO large flat rate box which is around $20. If not, I'll ship it FedEx Ground and charge actually shipping charges...
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