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    Sheddwellers. (The Extension) + other property projects.

    Re: Sheddwellers. (The Extension). Old kettle cords and double adapters .. :confused: nahhh ... Ive got plenty of those .. :lol: Would be proud to have that Egypt picture on the wall tho .. :thumbup: A light horse camp or just general ranks ? You ought to try and get it dated ... in fact I...
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    Professional tools for shadetree mechanics

    IMHO ... In most cases ... Yes. ... but theres a definite need to have a few high end quality items, that get used frequently, or are prone to twist/shear damage in use. ... nothing worse - than a set of wet noodle allen keys or philips head screwdrivers .. :lol: Most of my stuff is mid...
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    Upgrading 1/4" sockets

    I was going to suggest the Genius labelled products too. Socket markings are quite good as Ive noticed when buying their spanners. King Tony is not bad either for fit, finish and price ... but the markings are a little shallow for, very easy reading, so Ive found. Anybody got any horror...
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    Between 265 & 485 SQ/FT Grumblebums Corner

    ahhhhhh .... much better .. :D Tidy work area - and is looking good .. :thumbup: I was over at Narrabri today, setting up for house foundations. Ducked around to my favourite tool store for a bo-peep and get some new spanners. Out front was a red ute with Millwaukee plastered all over it...
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    Suburban Shearing Shed

    Yeah ... I figger that with the clamping plate needing to be held by clamps ... I'll also be able to clamp on any sized piece of scrap, for different jobs. Not as fancy, as your vice brake tho .. :thumbup: Heya Grumblebum, heh heh ... poor ol Carter stuff has always been a bit lacking in...
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    The repurposing thread

    Freeby at a yard sale ..... Looked like a handy, padded, pouch ... for my multimeters. I've been reliably informed by an ... 8yo .. :rolleyes: That its a school lunchbox .. :lol: .
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    Suburban Shearing Shed

    6 mnths .. :o Ahh well - its a fairly typical shed ... nothing much exciting ... Just a bunch of the usual, mundane housey/car type jobs. ... so you'se havent missed much really .. :) Sorry Mr 1/2Cup ... missed your post. I was probably too busy reading yours ... and everybody elses threads...
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    The VISES of Garage Journal

    The rebadging, for up north sales, maybe occurred during the time that Stanley owned the brand name ? ... '91 to '98. They do another, welded, prefabricated one, that was originally designed and built by Joplin down here. Its a great unit too. Right and Left side, jaw positioning, available...
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    Seems like a good day for 'Whats this?' thread. ratchet and double female xtension

    I'd say torque wrench stuff too. Funny that its female at both ends tho .. :dunno: ... but it probably required something like these little fellas, in the drive heads and for the socket.
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    Cleveland Tool & Die Co.

    Thanks for the link ... much better pricing than our aussie branded option too.
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    Cleveland Tool & Die Co.

    leg17 tombell572 Thanks ... Been eyeing off a few on ebay as the likely option, ... but was wondering whether someone was still turning out replacements. longlivepunk Cheers ... Seen a local bloke already, ... but his hourly work rate is more than my weekly grocery bill .. :lol: ... a trip...
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    Cleveland Tool & Die Co.

    Quick Set reamer Ive got one Ive been abusing for some time, ... and because its been such a handy thing ... I wouldnt mind keeping it functional. Heres a random web pic of what they look like. What I'm wondering is, Is there still a source in the U.S. to obtain new blades ?
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    Any way to salvage a tool with flaking chrome?

    Went through this issue again today with an old ratchet, sockets, some spanners and a coping saw. As usual ... I let function over form, take precedence, Wire wheel, File and emery paper for the nastiest bits, Then wire wheel again, Then oil, Chuck in box ready for use. Ratchet is quite...
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    Quality combination spanners.

    Yes ... but they are usually rebranded as Fuller. ... and not quite up to Nepros standards :lol:
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    Starrett RPM tool

    Tool, Box ... and instructions .. :cool: Very nice for $5 .. :thumbup: Wish mine was still that shiny and new looking.
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    Getting Kincrome in USA?

    Probably need to find a reseller willing to go through the shipping process ... which will likely be an expensive exercise. Stated as being discontinued too. Maybe try a Brit source ?? If it doesnt get a Kinchrome sticker slapped on it in the factory ... It gets a Sealey one.
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    Clamps 101 show your clamps tell stories if you wish about them especially if unique

    I'm not much of a fleabay buyer .... As the tears of laughter - from looking at the overpricing of, vintage/antique, boutique, art deco, mancave tools :rolleyes:, ... like this .. :eyecrazy: .. :lol: generally makes it hard to see the BID button .. :) But I thought I better grab these...
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    Saw horses

    Not mine ... I only suggested the style, as the OP obviously wanted something that didnt take up much storage space. ... and the 3 legs are good on uneven surfaces. The website shows how to turn it into a work centre. Heres the link ... http://www.basswoodmodular.com/Articles.asp?ID=251
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    Above 1200 Sq/FT Buick Sales and Service Garage 1936

    Shed is coming together well. :thumbup: Facade looks great ... theres something appealing about timber and aged corro sheets.
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    Saw horses

    If you're up for making your own, ... I've always liked this concept.
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