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    What's new/good/innovative from Snap-on?

    So for various reasons I haven't had Snap-on service for around 6 or 7 years. I now have access to multiple trucks. I've been on two of the trucks but only very briefly as I was in a rush to get a job finished.. When I'm not so rushed, what are some newer Snap-on tools you'd recommend I...
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    Just watched the new Expanse episode...

    I just watched the new Expanse episode (S6E4) and Bobbie is using a Wera screwdriver. Now I'm curious so can someone with a 4k screen please tell me what wrenches are in that scene? :)
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    Help IDing compressor

    Hoping someone can help ID this compressor so I can try and get a part for it. Thanks in advance.
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    Rescuebit - Anyone tried it?

    I just wondered if anyone had tried one of these? It basically looks like an end-mill to me. I've used diamond burrs such as a dentist would use for similar tasks, but just wondered how good these bits were. Chrs
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    The Plier Song anyone? (hopefully not re-post)

    cGJftRvCwbw :headscrat:headscrat:thumbup::thumbup::lol_hitti:lol_hitti:):bowdown::beer:
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    New lathe/bandsaw - tips/advice welcome!

    Hi Guys I just got my hands on a new (to me) Enco lathe and bandsaw and would welcome any information, opinions or tips on these machines. Here are a few pictures: Bandsaw Lathe Unfortunately, while looking them over, we found that the main support for the tail end of the lathe...
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    Cool Gray stuff

    I always browse through Gray's sales fliers and noticed that in the current one there's some cool historical photos that some of you may enjoy: Gray flyer They also have this "Corporate Brochure".
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    Anyone have an OTC 7157 locknut socket?

    In this thread, Rhandwor was kind enough to point me towards OTC as a possible source of a spindle nut socket. On this page of their website I see two such sockets, part# 7157 and 7158. Unfortunately there are no dimensions listed. Does anyone have these sockets and if so, could someone...
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    Metric spindle nut socket?

    Hello All Does anyone know where I can get a socket for this spindle nut? The O.D is 52mm. The engagement slots are 5mm wide by 2.5mm deep. Thanks in advance
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    link testing

    Wing suit vid
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    Does anyone hdere check ohms of a cable

    Enough said. Do you, and if so how big of a cable would you be able to check with just an ohmeter? Thanks
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    Extractor overview (pic heavy)

    I see a lot of repeat questions on here regarding broken bolts, extractors etc. For the benefit of the newer guys I thought I'd post up pictures of the various types of extractors (the ones I have any way). By doing this it will it least help guys know what their choices are and will...
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    How many of you know what these are...?

    For those that don't: http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34985
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    Hazet wrenches - What to do?

    OK, so I bought some hazet 600N wrenches in my most used sizes, 8, 10, 13, 17 and 19mm. I now want to upgrade to a full set of these wrenches. Should I: a) Buy individual wrenches and complete the set? b Buy a set and a have doubles in my key sizes? c) Buy a set and sell the extras? So I...
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    Teeny Tiny Knipex Cobras

    I just rounded out my Cobra collection by picking up the new 5" model. They are even tinier than I expected. I have pictured them with my other Cobras and a 13mm wrench for scale. The other Cobras are 7", 10", 12", 16" and 22". I also have a 6" set but they're at home so they didn't make the...
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    New Storage (the best kind!)

    We have more than enough storage at the shop, but my Wurth guy was nice enough to give me these to take home for my garage. I'm pretty pumped!:thumbup:
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    Favourite Electrical tape?

    The thread about wrapping tool handles got me thinking: What is your favourite electrical tape, and why? Of course for many jobs there are better alternatives such as shielded connectors, heat-shrink tubing etc, but as we all know, there is still a need for tape sometimes. My favourite is the...
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    Antique tools - value?

    In my local classifieds someone is selling the following antique tools: I haven't seen a tool quite like the curvy wrench before. I thought some of you may be interested to see them. Also, if anyone has info on their specific applications or approximate values it would be much appreciated...
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    Calling Dave Blank

    Dave I really appreciate that you don't push your products on us, nut now I'm going to ask you too. What products do you sell that in your opinion are superior to the versions available from Mac and Snappy? What do you consider Matco's 'must have' products? Having never touched or seen a...
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