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So, I have a on-going fairly light duty maintenance task that will require a variable face pin spanner. I've gone down the online shopping rabbit hole and thought I'd throw it out to the group. It seems like the OTC 6613 kit will work well for my needs. The Facom looks nice but, it is...

Our climate is hot and muggy summers (80-100 degrees with 70 - 80+ % humidity). Winters range from mild to cold (usually in the 30 and 40's can get in the negatives occasionally). Didn't have a lot of hot weather after it was installed but did have a few days in the upper 80's where I tried it...

I've been wanting to add heat and AC to my 24' x 30' freestanding garage/shop for over 20 years. This year was it! I opted for the Cooper Hunter 24,000 BTU Mia. I waited for a sale and got $150 off the regular price. Truck shipment to my rural lake community was flawless and the truck driver...

Ditto On a 2v 6.8ltr V10. Then I realized there were 8 more that could fail. Too bad, other than that and exhaust manifold studs, I loved the F250. Someone else’s problem now.

I posted this in another GJ thread but this one seems an appropriate place to drop it too. This is my first welding project. Always wanted to learn to weld but never did. Retired and decided it’s now or never. Got a great deal on a used Miller MultiMatic from a buddy and started watching...

Mike, can you provide a 1 year update? I’m looking at purchasing one of these same units in my 24x30 detached stick frame shop. Interested if you’re still happy with them and if you have had any issues? Thanks!

I was in the same boat as you a bit ago when I retired. Always wanted to learn to weld, no better time than now. I was very fortunate and through a friend, got a very nice used Miller MultiMatic at an unbelievable price. I was however also considering the Hobart (owned by Miller transformer...

The one and only tool I’ve ever found on the road was a keeper. A long handle 10mm - 12 mm box wrench. Wiped it down and in the box it went. I own a fair amount of old Snap-On I bought about 30 years ago. But this is the only SO wrench I own. All my others are 30 year old SK and newer GearWrench...

I’m partial to black. But, red is a close second. I recently saw this post from a member who converted an old red SO mid cabinet to white. I’ve got to admit, that white with blacked out trim and logo looked really sweet. I couldn’t imagine keeping it clean in my home shop, never mind a working...

Thanks to all!

Thanks Crabman! Yes, definitely going to get up there this year.

Well, I lost my smallest Blue Point ratcheting box end while installing a new stereo in my daughter’s car. I’m sure it’s somewhere in the dashboard. But, there’s no way in heck I’m pulling that thing apart again to look! Ended up finding a like new one on eBay for $19 shipped. SOLD! Arrived...

I’m going to agree strongly with Jswain on this. My old eyes could not see the weld area until I tried this. It was night and day difference. I actually got these safety glasses that have magnification off Amazon. That way I also get an added level of protection from them.

I’m kind of in a similar place. Always wanted to learn to weld and figured retirement is a good opportunity. Picked up a nice used Miller MultiMatic and have been watching lots of YouTube videos and then going to the garage to practice. I just completed my first real project, a welder cart built...

I’ve been lurking for a while and decided to join. Lots of great info gained already especially in the tool truck threads. Looking forward to all the additional money this forum will save me on new tools! ;)

Looks interesting but I agree, apples and oranges. I really like my SWAG porta-band table for cutting steel both straight cross cuts and free handing shapes. I think it with my Milwaukee porta-band has been one of my best tool purchases in the past few years.

I LOVE this! I can’t believe I live 3 1/2 hours from HJE and had never even heard of it until joining GJ and reading this thread. This type of business is what we need more of here. I miss the days of heading “downtown“ to shop at small locally owned businesses. Now I’m actually looking forward...

I’m a Dewalt guy but opted for the corded Milwaukee 6232-21 porta-band. I think foot control is a must. I didn’t initially purchase the pedal from Swag and regretted it. I ended up getting the SSC Model S100-1501 on Amazon. I usually run Lenox 14/18 blades. I feel these components with the Swag...

Outstanding thread! And yes, it’s cost me money. But, the savings, are great! Thank you