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    Used lift advice

    Hello fellas, I just bought a house with a sewer 2 car attached garage. We are moving in soon, so no pics. I think the ceiling is at 10-12ft high. I want to find me a used lift, an actual 2 post hydraulic lift. What would you recommend and discourage from doing and what’s a good budget to...
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    Moved to New Hampshire, got me an attached 2 car heated garage!! Need some snow/lawn tools and counseling

    Hello, We’ll move in at the end of January and I’m new to New England. I’ve lived in very cold places in the southern hemisphere, but it didn’t snow as much. Just frozen everything. Anyway, I have about a 30-50 yrd gravel driveway and about 2 acre field that needs mowing with some...
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    Woodworking books.

    Hello, I've been in the trade of finish carpentry, trim, doors, Windows, cabinetry for about 17 years. I've found countless books on the topic of wood tech, jointery and finishing. Also jig making and equipment. However, I've found "understanding wood" by Bruce Hoadley, the most helpful...
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    Old generator, what to do with it.

    My mother in law has this thing and wanders what to do with it. I have no idea if its worth trying to use it or not. Its been sitting for like 20 years. What do you think? Sent from my LM-X212(G) using Tapatalk
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    Triton tools. Specifically, palm planer questions.

    Hello, A guy showed up with this thing yesterday and I gave it a try. Seemed cheap built and the bottom plate was machined quite rough. He just bought it, it was new. The blades are 60mm proprietary, 21 dollars a pair. Its lighter and less ackward than the makitas ive used. But the on...
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    I need a HF generator

    There will be blackouts in my area due to fire hazard. I need do charge some devices and or run air purifiers if the air quality drops significantly. I can run a chord from the backyard. The most silent it is the better. And it will be part of my prepper equipment. Can you advice? Sent...
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    Cordless nailguns

    I need to get a 18g that can shoot 2” at least for now and a 15g later. What would you recommend?
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    Chilean Mauser 1912 restoration?

    Hello, I just picked up this rifle and it could use some TLC. The barrel should be blued but the action and bolt (and the shoulder piece) were originally left silver. The stock has no checks but a bunch of small scratches and dings, I think a bit of wax could help that. Any advice? How...
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    Thoughts on onyx impact wrenches

    I want to get myself one of these, please chime in. Astro 1828 ONYX 3/8" Nano Impact Wrench 450ft/lb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016Q4Y5CM/?tag=atomicindus08-20 I currently use a snap on but its the shop loaner and I use it often enough to get myself one. Snap on I use is like 500 bucks...
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    I need to buy myself a new pair of 10” straight jaw vise grips, best?

    Hi guys! I want the best jaws i can afford, Im always working with rusty old nuts and bolts. I work on classics. Sometimes, a torch and vise grips are the only resort. Tell me whats your fave, thanks!
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    Advice on a tool to fish saltwater from shore.

    Hey guys, Ive recently started freshwater fishing and I realized that near where i work on Sunday there is a fishing hotspot. Its saltwater/brackish. If you could only have one rod and reel, what would they be? In terms of size, characteristics, etc. What line? Thank you!
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    13mm snap on flank drive plus combo wrench or wrightgrip. 11mm shallow impact socket.

    I need these two items, anyone want to sell both? Thanks!
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    Picked up a HF 4 drawer roller cart $99

    Hello guys! I haven't been posting much because I got into guns (rimfire) and I was learning all about my new rifles and handgun for target practice. I have to post about my sk x frame POS experience and other tools too... Ok back to topic, any advice to reinforce anything or do/ modify...
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    Help me date and know more about this plier please!

    It was given to me all rusted. We use those for electrical connections. Thank you!
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    I need an electric shaving tool

    Hello comrades, I have trimmed my beard for years. Now, i have to shave because of pursuing a career in law enforcement. My shaver ***** for a daily torture routine and its loud as hell. Please, go ahead and sell me what works for you for a clean skin shave. Two factors to consider, is...
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    how to measure the torque of pneumatic impact tools?

    We have several impact tools in the shop and I was wandering what would be the most efficient way to compare their torque in their different settings. Thanks in advance.
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    Whats the hype of full polished wrenches? Rant.

    Besides the shine to find them when they drop I to an engine bay... They are as slippery as a fish when working in greasy oily situations. It makes my neck stiff and I have to take real deep breaths to not start shouting bad words. One of the few features I like from my wera jokers is that...
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    Williams 23076 5-Piece Locking Pliers Set (CHINA)

    I purchased this set from Amazon because in the Q&A section it said that the country of origin was "Taiwn Snap-on blue point factory" By Industrial Supply Company on May 16, 2013 In the tools themselves say "CHINA" engraved. Its a cheap set, so I guess I got what I paid for. Just that I...
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    Who owns and where to get a set of sk xframe wrenches?

    As title says, I would like to buy myself a metric set for xmas. Ive seen reviews, they seem great! Thanks!
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    flare nut wrenches necessary?

    Hello, What if you own a set of SK Tools X-Frame or WrightGRIP or Snap-on Flank Drive Plus? they aren't going to round the nut, they wont open or let go. does that render my flare nut wrenches useless? have you seen their reviews? thanks :rocker:
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