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    Let's see your toolbox.

    Not a chance. Thanks for sharing them. All were studied closely.
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    1/4 torque wrench uses (inch lbs)

    Water pump installation, and yesterday a door handle replacement(43 inch pounds). Also have a ft/lbs to inch/lbs conversion chart to use on single digit foot pound requirements. Moves the range up into middle of the scale for more accuracy.
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    Best ratcheting wrenches?

    Snap On also makes 1/2,3/8,1/4 and 1/4 hex drive inserts for their ratcheting wrenches that allow for sockets and bits to be driven. Makes for an excellent low profile ratchet! These are available in both metric or fractional, depending on what you have.
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    Why you shouldn't use cheap Torx bits...

    Try a T20 down deep down in a hole requiring a long 1/4 extension to reach. Only problem is an insect had built a nice nest in there. Clearing that required an awl and air. The actual Torx fitting was filled in with the substance the bug used for construction. Required half a can of PB Blaster...
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    Best way to keep tools from rusting in an unheated shop

    Break Free Weapon Wipes work pretty well. No messy spray going everywhere. http://www.brownells.com/gun-cleaning-chemicals/oils-lubricants/rust-prevention/weapon-wipes-prod25944.aspx
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    Torque wrench test

    Indeed. Is there one for metric?
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    Leave air compressor tank under pressure?

    Yep, leave the pressure. What could possibly go wrong? Actually, these reservoirs were defective and GE had a recall as a result. But this shows what a failure will look like.
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    Who makes damn good pipe wrench?

    Take care using cheater pipes with them however. They are not as strong in that application.
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    2015 sema/aapex tool notes

    Google is your friend. However if you looking for the ARB 2016 Toyota Tacoma at SEMA, not so much
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    BEST screwdriver?

    Thanks!:thumbup: Ordered! Exactly what I am looking for. Need another one even longer as well. Looking at SO for that. Thanks for your help!
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    What kind of oil does everyone use on there air tools and around the house?

    And another,complete with a photo :D Summit has it. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/twc-marv080?seid=srese1&gclid=COKaqofn7sgCFUaAkQodeLMFHQ
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    BEST screwdriver?

    Any more information about that big boy? Length, tip width, and possibly a link on line ordering? Google search turned up nada.
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    good breaker bar

    NAPA bar here has broken crankshaft bolts loose with a 5 foot cheater and SO impact socket.
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    WINNERS!! x25! - Knipex Cobras - Realtoolreviews.com

    Always a bridesmaid, never a bride.:sad:
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    FREE GIVEAWAY - Win 1 of 25 pairs of Knipex Cobras & a trip to SEMA 2015!

    Great pliers, but that doesn't mean I'll win anything. Could use another one however.
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    New Snap On Cutters?

    ...and here is the new vid
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    The Tool Bag: Incorporating First Order Retrievability

    The first time your fingernail finds one of these edges and shoves a splinter in, you shall know pain. :shocking:
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    Newbie: Torque Wrench (First post. Be gentle)

    Indeed. When that annoying interior squeak develops, it will be very easy to determine the cause.:willy_nil
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    Newbie: Torque Wrench (First post. Be gentle)

    Yes. Threads into an aluminum housing with a FIPG are very forgiving of the calibrated elbow. :(
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