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    Student in need of help: Snap on tools worth it?

    In my experience, snap on tools are really intended for experienced, established professionals that are making the kind of money that allows, and sometimes requires, top of the line tool purchasing. Entry level? I hate to see people in debt. Be wise with your money. I have known many great...
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    My new toolbox/ back saver

    Be careful with that. Lift point, mounting point, strength of the cart, casters, fasteners,weld, changing center of gravity, footprint, etc. all have a direct impact on lifting. I think anyone can appreciate the creativity but honestly, it looks dangerous. 1000lbs? Please be careful.
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    Best Tools for an apprentice mechanic

    Just a suggestion here. I don't know what is available where you are located but as far as nut and bolt removal is concerned get what is affordable and is readily available for warranty purposes. Spend the money on a professional quality multimeter. I have no idea what a lorry is but whether you...
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    What the heck is this?

    I believe that auger piece is a ni-hard casting. High alloy cast iron. It is a wear item,very hard/brittle. Scrap it.
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    Calling all mechanics

    Weird situation. I've never heard of an employee not having space to work. Not in any profession. If someone is moving your personal property out, especially the "master technician" and no one says anything THAT might be saying something. Shop around! Good luck.
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    Serious Case of Cornwell Abuse?

    Original owner may have needed to increase the capacity of a torque wrench.
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    New kid

    Hello everyone, new guy here from ca.interesting site.I came across this looking at the fantastic garages.well, to introduce myself, I repair heavy road resurfacing machines and am a fan of just about anything vintage.I don't really use computers a lot but this looks like a really interesting...
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