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This thread is intended to address an issue that existed on a deleted thread. I stated that Snap-On uses nickel and boron in their tools, and was essentially called out as not understanding anything. No worries, I have a screen capture of the entire thread before it was removed so I Can prove...

So there are two basic styles of these sockets. One is the u-joint type as seen on most all chrome sockets and the pin and pinless styles found on most impact versions. My interest is educational here. I have seen plenty of YouTube videos and I have my own experience with both types of these...

Anyone used a 17mm spark plug socket for its intended purpose? What vehicles is this used on? Tool: Matco / Silver Eagle B17MSP6SE

In a prior post, I briefly mentioned I heard that there is no reason to buy chrome extensions as the impact ones are better than chrome on a hand ratchet, in addition to being ok for impact use. I ran into this statement again and wanted to post this on its own to hopefully gain some further...

A few recent threads got me thinking over the differences between new and old tools. It is common to say that the new tools have dropped in quality, however, the opposite can be said as even the most discount bin tools are of a higher than ever quality. People on eBay are selling and buying USA...

I understand Genius Tools is a member here, so maybe one of their representatives watches the forums and might participate. My query here is very general, what are your thoughts on Genius Tools? I have only recently acquired tools from the brand, including some bit socket sets, random one piece...

This question relates to all bit sockets, hex, torx, etc and is not brand dependent... where do you get replacement bits for bit sockets? Do you just use any bit from the hardware store, or are there a certain style you should use? Obviously there will be quality differences, but I am referring...

Anyone have a suggestion on a good temp gun? I have been checking Amazon for a while now and it seems there are a large number of random unheard of brands offering them, most with mixed reviews. I am not looking to spend a lot, so things like Snap-On's $250 unit are of no interest to me. I am...

This question relates to both the Astro nano impact sockets in 3/8 and 1/2 drive, although I only have the 3/8 at this time, so that is what I will be referencing. I wonder what others use when using the sockets via the 17mm hex end vs the 3/8 drive opening? I have used mostly my Gearwrench...

I have a motive brake bleeder that I have often just used the universal adapter for. Recently, I decided I should really start using the proper adapters, when it is something I will use more than once in my estimation. For those who do not know, this is the site for the product line...

I am looking for opinions on a brand for long flex head ratcheting wrenches. I am not really looking for any certain style, such as having a flex ratcheting end on each side with a different side, having the flex head on one end and a regular box on other of same size, having a flex ratcheting...

I was enjoying some reasoning on torque sticks in the forums here and opted for a new thread vs reviving those over a year old. What really happens if I over torque a lug nut? For example, say spec is ~100 and I torque to ~140. I know the standard I hear is I will "warp the rotor". However, I...

I am looking for a "proper" oil filter tool for the Toyota/Lexus applications. I hear from many that the Blue Point is the top product for this, but have also heard the Motivx, AST and other brands like the Tool Guy Republic one that looks similar to the Blue Point one on Amazon work just as...

Twist on a common question.. Why are 6 point fasteners still the norm when we can use 12 point? If my math is correct, a 12 point fastener and socket offers somewhere around 30% more surface contact between the fastener and the socket and are able to allow for more torque to be used with the...

In one of my other threads, this was mentioned and met with another user a bit surprised (as it seemed). It made me question this and do some looking. The result is I wanted to toss this off of the group here. Let me elaborate... White petrolatum is often just called by one of its brand names...

I have a fair amount of OEMTools products, OEMTools being a part of Great Neck. I am going to be a bit blunt, but I will remain polite and truthful. I have overall great experiences with their brand, based on my experience with the tools of theirs I own. The tools I have are all Taiwan made...

We all know the idea why not to use chrome sockets on impact, and we also hear that using impact sockets on hand ratchets is fine. I however have a question on this. The logic makes sense... the chrome socket is too brittle for the impact and can shatter, whereas the impact sockets are...

I know this is a topic that has bounced around on every forum numerous times. I wanted to look at specifically external hex (the standard 6 point fastener) and external torx. The internal hex and torx fasteners have the same problem, the inside gets crud and rust and is harder to clean than the...

I recently purchased from Astro their nano 3/8 (#93808) and 1/2 (#91210) drive ratchets. I wanted to share my thoughts and ask for the thoughts of others. The ratchets overall seem very nice. The handle is of good length and the head is for sure smaller than the head of a regular size ratchet...

Does anyone here, especially those in the Europe area, have anything to share on BGS technic tools? I saw a few threads on the brand, but nothing recent and not much in the information shared. I have been working on Euro cars a bit more than normal and have needed to add some tools to my...