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    Show off your.... Carlyle Tools!!!

    If you order over $100, it should be free shipping to the store even if it isn't from a nearby Distribution Center. I will test this tomorrow, assuming my stubby ratchet is ready for pickup tomorrow. I hope they don't substitute the new green stuff, but those are more expensive so I doubt they...
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    Pivoting mailbox build

    I 100% agree that bending over to pull the pin would not work, but the bearing plate is at the top. I am installing the pin right in the middle of the t in the post. It should be a convenient height. Yesterday I drilled a 5/8 hole in the post and 21/64 hole in the inner post. At this point, I...
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    Show off your.... Carlyle Tools!!!

    I stopped in today to purchase a stubby 3/8 (part # R38S) and discovered that my store is also sending the old stuff to the DC. They have gathered it all up, but not shipped it out yet or removed it from inventory. But they also wouldn't sell me one. They offered to order one of the new...
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    What kind of tools have you found in the road??

    Great find and I am a huge fan of adapters, but I don't think you are supposed to use one for charging.
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    Catching stuff on a press?

    I caught a flywheel with my big toe once. It is best to let the floor catch them though.
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    Pivoting mailbox build

    There is about a 1” gap between the square post and the inner pole, so I ended up using this T handle type plunger. Plus it was only $10. From Grainger, INNOVATIVE COMPONENTS, part number GI5/16-1.5-BTR6, item 3CRP3. And because it would be difficult to get my 240 volt welder to the curb, I...
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    A new playset for the kids

    I would have the concrete stop at least a few inches below grade. This would make sure no little ones hit that exposed column of concrete and you (or the next owner) could cut the metal posts and leave the concrete when it is time for this masterpiece to go live elsewhere.
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    Pivoting mailbox build

    I taped a copy of it to the top of the machine so it is readily available.
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    Show off your.... Carlyle Tools!!!

    I wonder if your store is independent? The one I frequent is company owned and they still have some of the old stuff. I’m stalking a few pieces hoping to get a good deal. Prices haven’t budged yet though.
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    Pivoting mailbox build

    I am revisiting this thread to refresh my memory on the construction as after 9+ years, I got a complaint. I initially thought to just ignore it, but then decided to add a spring plunger. First thought one like this, but now considering either or
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    Pivoting mailbox build

    Long overdue, but here is the installed product (from May 2016)
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    When the deal is too good to pass up, but you don't really need it

    I wanted one (and only one) of the hardware bins and had a Home Depot that was closing near me. Dude in charge wanted $50 per verticle stack. At that price, I was stoked and told him I would take all of them. When he said all of the hardware in them was included, I thought he had to be lying. I...
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    Diagonal flush cutters for plastics and cable ties specifically

    I bought these from NAPA during a recent sale
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    Easy good way to put new handles on files with out one

    I like this idea. Last year I made handles for about 4 of mine that didn’t have one. I used a piece of dowel from an old stool. Cut to length, drill a hole, jam the file in, round the end, and move to the next one.
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    Problem with estwing dead blow coming apart

    Here’s a picture of my old estwing dead blow after it shed its skin. I haven’t tried checking with their customer support.
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    What kind of tools have you found in the road??

    Today’s find was not the best but the price was right. One is completely worn out and the other is good except for a small chip. Anybody been successful in rehabbing these bits?
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    Rounded out nut driver

    Grind it pointy for an awl or ice pick?
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    Wide mouth adjustable wrench

    I bought a couple of the Klein adjustables about 10 years ago when they were on clearance at HD for $7 or $8. Been real happy with them.
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    Show off your.... Carlyle Tools!!!

    If you like flex, the 1/2” flex with comfort grip is priced pretty reasonably, though it is the new color scheme. I was thinking about getting one because I really like my 3/8 locking flex so i checked it out. It felt nice and COO wasn’t China, it’s Taiwan.
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    Need an adhesive recommendation

    This stuff was on sale on Home Depot last week for less than half price. Check the thread in hot deals if interested.
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