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    500psi Nailer! Max brand nailer compressor

    Came across this Max brand while researching nailers. Most interesting is their 500psi High Pressure system. Using their own compressors and guns they claim to power through concrete, furring, framing, etc.. Anyone have experience with any MAX products, high pressure or otherwise? LINK to site
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    OFFICIAL Craftsman POLL for 2022- will they deliver

    Great thread started earlier, will CRAFTSMAN TOOLS deliver reasonable product to the public before end of 2022? Its been 5yrs in the making, broken promises, some mediocre publicity, and plenty of pitfalls. Wil they deliver the goods before End Of Year. VOTE NOW!
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    New rolling base for Delta drill press

    Had my 15" vintage Delta (15-231) on a wooden dolly for awhile, decided to upgrade the base With steel prices at the moment I picked up some pallet racking beams, clearly old Home Depot stuff. Interestingly they are composed of two pieces, interior w/ a step and the exterior C shape. Pressed...
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    Counterfeit (Snap-On, Dewalt, PBswiss) tools out in the wild!

    plenty of hysteria recently around this topic- show me I am not convinced it is all the prevalent, where are they, which ones, any photos? 99 out of 100 times is suspicion and no real evidence. Sure there is a pretty well know issue with some digital calipers, or battery packs that kinda look...
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    Excellent vacuum / dust extractor hose - Bosch $34 vac005

    This is one of my fav vacuum hoses on the market, very flexible, amazing connector that fits over and into lots of ports, and at a great price. Bosch VAC005 16.5' x 2.25" - smaller diameter, geared towards dust extractors Amazon link
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    Amazon PRIME Day deals- 3M abrasives, auto body, chemicals, adhesives

    Some excellent deals on the mesh sanding pads ($20/50pk) and other assorted stuff most stuff https://www.amazon.com/deal/57d8d20f?showVariations=true&ref=dlx_23896_gd_dcl_img_3_57d8d20f_dt_mese11_4a# sanding pads...
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    Repurposed - Dell server rack

    These things are built like tanks and incredibly thought out. Grabbed this Dell (forget the actual mfg) for $50 Scored the rack, a bunch of built in slides (HD 200lbs+) and 2 surge protectors But what I really wanted it for was my modular small parts bins, Husky 10 bins from Home Depot are my...
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    Drill Press Bit Station

    After cleaning out my drill bit drawer I quickly realized I need a better solution for quick access to common bits. Thought about doing the basic pine block with holes, but what fun is that, plus what about my other odd balls, counter sinks, chamfer, pilot, etc... Came up with this, top block...
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    What is it- auction grab bag

    Been organizing the shop lately, went through my bits box and found these from an auction grab bag. Some sort of collets, unusual some have no detents or flats? And the hand operated bits? Any insights, thx
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    Painting over ceramic tile

    Looking to paint over my existing ceramic tiles, I have already scuffed them up with a flooring belt sander. Is there a particular type of paint to use, avoid? Im looking at the patio and garage 1 part epoxy. Behr I think. Usage for the garage is: _ foot traffic only, no vehicles or tools...
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    Framing gun nailer- good options for 2022

    Barrowed a gun to frame a bunch of stuff at my rental home, want to grab something for future (limited but lifetime) use. Anything new or worth mentioning? Or...... is it still grab a old beat up Hitachi NR83 for $300+ or a Harbor Freight and hope for the best? Any current framers know...
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    Best deal on 1/4 + 3/8 ratchet sets right now

    Looking to beef up my rental property tool set. This doesnt need to be top of the line stuff, in fact with the possibility of theft and it only be used when I am in town it makes sense to KICS (keep it cheap stupid) ;) I do own the 1/4 + 3/8 set from Gearwrench (80550 + 80300) which have been...
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    HF Quinn Flare Nut wrench set experience?

    In the market for some flare / line wrenches Well aware of the common suggestions, Snap-on, SK, other high dollar options. And for good reason if you are wrenching on lines often, but I dont. I will likely use a few different sizes 3 times in the next 20 years ______________________ So does...
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    Shop heater- simple robust thermostat options?

    Planning on installing a electric 240v heater for the 2bay in the next few weeks. I would like to run a simple, robust, thermostat. Besides the basic cheapo (think Honeywell dial) options out there, is there a better thermostat I could be using? ie New Old Stock, Industrial use, new digital...
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    High end Jacobs keyless chuck- $100 Amazon

    High precision, Jacobs brand made in Spain by Llambrich. Keyless, JT3/ 33JT compatible. I own a Llambrich, the quality is great, as good or better then my Rhom. Plus this particular chuck is also the higher precision model... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000DCZ41/?tag=atomicindus08-20
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    Bosch Vac- Dust Extractor $399- VAC140A

    For those looking for a premium euro style shop vac/ dust extractor. Bosch VAC140A 14-Gallon Dust Extractor with Auto Filter Clean $399 (typically sells for $500+ _ features Auto Clean, which thumps the filter every 40s _ 14 gallon capacity _ tool activated plug for excellent dust collection...
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    Kershaw LEEK $27 shipped Prime- USA made

    Excellent EDC, maybe the standard. 33% off typical price- Silver only, Rose Gold will set you back $88 Kershaw Leek Pocket Knife, 3 inch Blade, Great EDC Folding Knives, Frame Lock, SpeedSafe Assisted Opening, Made in the USA Silver serrated...
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    TOOLNUT - $150 off $500+ Milwaukee M18

    TOOLNUT has a nice deal going, spend more, save more. $30 off $300+ $80 off $400+ $150 off $500+ Pretty sweet deal on stuff hovering around the $500 range (roughly 30% off) https://www.toolnut.com/on-sale/milwaukee-up-to-150-off-two-m18-tools.html
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    Dewalt DW745 table saw - $229 shipped Amazon

    Its back, smaller fence capacity but still a killer deal. Dewatl DW745 table saw $229 shipped via Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HXT2N6/?tag=atomicindus08-20
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    $210 Femi Clone Band Saw- General Int pivot head

    My bad, linked the wrong (15" chop saw) item, should be fixed now. These little pivoting head band saws are getting really popular. A GJ member has reviewed a very similar Northern Tool Klutch (~$285) version with high marks. Small footprint, quiet, pretty capable. Ive only used the Femi...
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