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Somewhere over the past several years, I acquired a set of BSF (British Special Fine) wrenches not really paying close enough attention to see that they're no where near SAE in sizing. I only noticed because I am going through excess wrenches to lighten my tool collection. What would the value...

I saw that today is Harbor Freight's last day of having E-Track on sale. I'd like to see how people use this stuff. Do you have it in a trailer? Mounted on your wall in the garage? I'd like to see ideas for projects. It seems like helpful/useful stuff, but I'm not ready to work on my trailer yet.

I'm wiring in a switch and I'm wondering if I can run two lines of romex under the same staples and through the same hole in the metal box or if I have to separate the incoming and outgoing lines. I'm doing new lighting based off a switch for some LEDs and doubling up would be tidier but I also...

I am trying to complete my socket drawer setup and would like to finish off my collection with US made deep sockets in SAE and Metric, 6 or 12 point =V= all the way through the end of the US made era (G?). I'm hoping to buy complete sets, but will settle for partials if the price and shipping...

I'm considering replacing my acetate handle Craftsman screwdrivers to consolidate what I have and to upgrade the quality of my tools. I'm considering a few brands, but mostly looking at Tekton, Wera, and Wiha. I found a few sets on Tekton's site (clearance even) for a really good price, and...

I'm looking to replace my Craftsman flex head ratchet wrench because when I use it, the wrench flexes and the socket slips off, the ratchet will flop to another spot on the flex area and then I have to totally reset everything. What I'd like to see is some sub $60 options, as I can just go to...

I recently acquired a "new to me" 1947 Delta Milwaukee bandsaw that is a wood and metal cutting machine. I need to sell my older one (1945 model) of the same saw, but it is only a wood cutting bandsaw. The bandsaw runs well; it needs new tires and guides along with a decent cleaning of the...

I attempted to replace my thermostat in an F-150 with the 4.9L 300 I6 engine. Both bolts I could see twisted off and now the housing is weeping antifreeze. I don't drive the truck daily, but having it out of commission is problematic. The problem I'm running into is the lack of space between...

I would like to wire in a set of outlets that are operated off of a switch which is fed by a GFCI. Here's what I have so far: GFCI is fed by breaker directly. Switch for overhead light is fed by breaker directly. I would like to run this downstream of the GFCI that is already there, put the...

I'm working on an antique motor (WWII Jeep engine, L134) and I'd like to clean up some of the casting lines and inside the block/head to make it a little smoother and make the paint adhere better as well. I'm looking for die grinder recommendations that won't break the bank but I don't need a...

Well, im not sure what happened to my previous thread, as it was full of good help about my outlet questions and GFCIs. Anyway, long story short, the fridge I have in my garage is now tripping the GFCIs in my house. I stumbled upon a free freezer (upright) and it's ugly as heck but it works...

I'm curious what brand wrenches these are. Any ideas? The screenshots come from SimonFordman on YouTube. The handles look Snap-On(ish) but have no make or logo I can discern.

I just got this offloaded from my truck and it's a BEAST of a saw. It came with a ¾hp motor. It must weigh close to 350lbs and is a SOLID piece of equipment. I initially thought I'd restore it but I really like the crinkly original paint finish. I just wanted to share it and I'll make more...

I'm looking for a USA made thread restorer kit. I'd like to buy one that is Craftsman, Lang, Mac, Snap-On etc. I'm hoping to find a used one as I am working within a budget and only will use this a few times, namely for an engine rebuild. Please let me know what you have and what you're asking...

I'm looking for a recommendation on bits for installing my trailer hitch on my truck frame. I need ones that will drill through frame steel, so a recommendation on which type to use would be appreciated. All I need are 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" for this project.

I have an plug I need to find for my welder. I couldn't find a corresponding outlet at Home Depot, so I may need to order online. What type/name do you call this one? Furthermore, the welder runs off 110/220 using different plugs. The Amp draw on 220v is 23.5A do I use a 20A dual pole breaker...

I have a boatload of those little Ideal brand connectors that you shove the wire into. I'm planning on wiring my garage and they seem to be a bit easier to use than wire nuts if you need to pull a wire out of them, and they function pretty easily. Are they a gimmicky newish thing that really...

I have a 30A panel in my garage currently, its a 6 space Square D QO panel. There's nothing wrong with it, but I'd like to have more breakers available and have a bigger panel with more amperage available. I have a very common replacement panel, Square D Homeline with 40 slots. I'd like to run a...

My brother has two Zinsco panels in his garage. He got a quote on getting them replaced and I fear he is being taken for a ride on the quote to replace them. First, he has 200A service ro his house which should be sufficient to run ALL of his house (hot water heater, furnace, lighting...

I'm trying to do some electrolysis on some antique car parts. The battery chargers (2 different brands) are not working as I've done in the past. I've connected the leads to the copper wires I've wrapped on the item to be derusted and then onto the sacrificial anode. The chargers "click" once...