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    Tools for finding AC leaks

    Agree that sniffers are damn near worthless. Co2 & soapy water works very well for me. Had a TIF sniffer that cost good $ and never did work well.
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    Best Bang For Buck 3/8 Penumatic Impact

    My old Mac SuperDuty 3/8" impact I bought damn near new back in 1993 has pretty well given up the ghost. Had it rebuilt around 2000, but not going to again. Who's got the most bang for the buck these days? Smaller size is important also, but power is my #1 concern.
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    Harbor Freight 12 Ton Jack Stands

    I've got a set of those from HF. Never a problem, but I jumped at a chance to upgrade to like new NAPA ones for $50 a few weeks ago. Glad I did.
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    Anyone familiar with electric pole saws, pole chainsaws? I’m considering these 3

    I've got the Remington and no complaints. Got mine last fall at Menards for $69.
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    Busted Skeletool- worth a look.

    While I've never broken a jaw on one, they seem to be weak when subjected to lateral strain, like twisting or prying sideways. I've got a Surge, Wave, Sidekick, Wingman, Juice S2, Micra and Crunch. Only the Surge has needed warranty...fell out of its sheath while I was dropping a deuce...broke...
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    Small Engine Tools... What do you have... What are must haves...

    Good jump-gap spark tester. Fuel line pliers. 3/8" cordless impact & sockets. Good rubber tip blowgun. Vacuum oil extractor.
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    mower oil change reminder

    Change oil on mower at every summer holiday. Memorial Day, 4th July and Labor Day.
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    Break Free

    Like this stuff too. There is a Zep product (can't recall name) that I suspect is the same stuff.
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    Bucket Organizers

    Got several of these, mostly Husky brand, set up for home repair tasks. One for carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical. Love them for this type of stuff, and the task based organization works well for me. Just wondering who uses them and what brands you prefer?
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    Seldom used tools that you're glad to have when you need them

    50 ton press, angle drills, porta-power, portable welder.
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    What should my next purchase be for working on A/Cs?

    I'd say a scale is a good thing to get next. New systems aren't as forgiving of a "charge it till it cools good" approach.
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    Storm Shelter Accessories

    Kinda surprised nobody mentioned it yet, but 3-5 days worth of any important prescription drugs, that are kept in rotation would be a good idea.
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    An alternative to this? (sure shot sprayer)

    Use a few of the cheap Menards ones and perfectly happy with them. Got a couple Sure Shot ones too...get along well with them, but I can see the OP's points.
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    Upland Forge Wrenches

    My dad has a set of them, from 7/16-11/4" IIRC. They've been in a tractor toolbox longer than I can remember. Been good wrenches over the years.
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    Avery jack

    Got several of these. Pretty useful around the farm, and surprisingly powerful. The lower lifting point is especially handy. Only bad part with them is that you about have to set them on a board, or the handle will hit the ground before the stop engages the next tooth on the ram. Paid anywhere...
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    Odd Estwing Hammer

    Markings on handle, if anyone is interested.
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    Odd Estwing Hammer

    Well....here it is. Like I said, it's rough!
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    Bishman tire changer

    We are not alone! Love my old Bishman. Mostly for its portability. Huge plus in my too small shop!
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    Bishman tire changer

    Yes, I've got one. Check your PM.
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    3.5 Gal parts washers...any good

    That looks identical to the one I got at Northern Tool, except for red paint. Handy for small stuff.
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