Search results

Hi folks, just trying to get some input here. I have some old garage doors that need to come down. They're 50+ year old, barn-style doors. I asked a contractor how much it'd cost to rebuild them and he said, $5K... I know we all have to pay for quality sometimes, but c'mon... (And I know he...

Hey all, long time I haven't posted. Was wondering if anyone here's got any suggestions. Rat's are coming into my attic from an adjacent, unkempt next door neighbor. I recently had someone cut an access panel to the attic. Not sure why the original builders of this house hadn't thought to do...

I'm about 20% into a timing chain job on a 12v, VR6 Eurovan right now. It is a hell unlike any other... Anyhow, I'm surprised at just how much I've been able to do with only 1/4" drive tools. Especially my SK 1/4" flex head ratchet (best GJSS gift ever!!); SK 1/4" regular short ratchet; and...

So, coming off Epstein's Day euphoria, I've finally decided it's time to get an cordless impact wrench. I have that beast corded Milwaukee which has been great, but I would never put that on something that didn't have 100ft/lbs of torque on it already because it's not speed adjustable and don't...

Hey everyone, I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for a flange for an outdoor faucet. Yes, I know this faucet is a mess. But it doesn't leak and hasn't leaked since my grandfather put it in 30 years ago. (My dad doesn't want me to cut it or anything...) I think mice are getting...

I know, I know. You can use a clamp for this. And I've been using clamps for decades. But every other brake job or so, my clamps break and I have to pick up another cheap one from HD, I figure I should just get a better tool for the job. Especially with Epstein's day approaching! What better...

I came upon this site by accident really. Can't even recall how I did so. I think I saw a Youtube video where the poster mentioned this site. Since then, well, I've dared to do more jobs and I've built out my collection. When I came here, I was using my early 00 USA CM set. Now that blow-molded...

Hey all, I know folks are pretty particular about their ratchets on here! If anyone is looking to unload any (non Snap-on, Matco, or Mac) stubby 3/8 ratchets, let me know! I'm a big fan of SK round heads, but also like Wright! I might just pick up a Toptul 3/8 stubby if I don't get any bites...

Hey everyone, need to help my brother take care of this before it all crumbles to bits... Seems like the mortar around all these stones has disintegrated and looks like a project to tackle, if of course it's possible. These stones frame the driveway and are part of a wall that goes from street...

In looking for something to purchase for my electrician cousin (I decided on some PB SWISS screwdrivers, I'll let everyone know how that pans out...), I came to the realization that I don't have any linesman pliers or needle-nose pliers. So I figured I would get some advice here. (Need to get a...

Long story short: My cousin is getting married. Baby on the way. Licensed/union electrician (year 4) looking to make it on his own soon. (He's looking to do commercial work.) I'm gonna give him some money, for sure. But I'd like to give him something. (And what better than tools, no?) Especially...

I am almost done with my trunk set. Need to get a set of metric wrenches in there. Don't want to spend a dime... But I have this $4 off coupon right now. Which would you get? I'm leaning towards the Craftsman just because. Master Forge 9-piece set, $8.99 Craftsman 8-piece set, $9.99

I don't really "need" these... But at under $10, I consider this a great buy. Crescent Double-X Pliers Set Man, these Sears coupons are crazy sometimes...

Hey all, Just wondering what folks us to lubricate their Mul-T-Lock deadbolts. I've been using an Angal (off-brand Mul-T-Lock) deadbolt for three years and would like for it to last as long as possible. The keys are exact duplicates of the simple Mul-T-Lock keys. Mul-T-Lock makes their own...

Just picked up some Toptul 1/4" wobble extensions and love the feel of them. So in my searches came across this doozy.... I know this might be seen as rather silly, but for those driveway wrenchers who find themselves working against the daylight and have to do some final turns in the dark...

Hey everyone, just wondering what people's opinions were on long box-end wrenches. Seems like there should be something in between Chinese Craftsman and Chinese Mac, no? I know the Snap-on's are the creme-de-la-creme in this regard. But are there any other more affordable options? Only really...

Still wondering what to spend my Sears points on... Just got word that I'll need to do some more inner tie rods soon... (Ah, these NYC roads...) Anyone have success with the Schwaben Inner Tie Rod Removal/Installer Tool Available for $46 from Sears... I like how it looks. I messed up the...

I really should stop calling these showdowns since I'm not really trying to see which might break more easily... But what else could I call these? :lol: I received my Toptul sockets today. They feel solid. The satin finish is kind of nice. I could see it not being for everyone though. I picked...

So I picked up an older Wayne 40970, really beat up with a lot of character. It sounded like there was sand and marbles in the action! I picked up a kit for $7 off eBay and went to cleaning and relubing it and getting it ready for action. All went relatively smoothly. I broke the old lever...

Finally getting around to swapping out some axles and tie rods and broke a no-name breaker bar trying to crack an axle nut... Need to get to this job before it starts to snow around here. Decided to look on Craigslist before spending any money on a Husky, Duralast of HF one... And saw this...