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    Need a big Air compressor 30g +

    Looking for air compressor advice ; Got my first small 2.5 hf gallon one about a year ago - after long procrastination. Of course now / realizing how much I’m missing w/o a large unit (constantly refilling itself) even on simple tasks like refilling tires / using air gun to clean shop up etc...
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    Upping my drill bit game :

    Hey guys! Gotta up my drill bit game. Help me out here - have used Milwaukee Titanium, and cobalt. Also used their black oxide step drill. Cobalts and step by then aren’t bad. Reached in my drawer to find no pilot sized hole bits. All broken! (User error, yes) Always drilling into hard...
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    Daily eye protection that doesn’t cloud up? (Tried Milwaukee -no good)

    Hey what’s up guys! After several near misses I’ve sworn to wear eye protection while working daily now. Been using a pair of Milwaukees which were not too cheap. But left with dirty clouded up lenses that are hard to see out of. I clean, and all. What have you guys had solid luck with...
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    Best bits for Milwaukee Die Grinder? Retired my Dremel …

    Hey what’s up guys! Got a Milwaukee M12 die grinder to replace my corded Dremel. Need accessories: cut off blades, wire wheels, sanders, etc. Which kit should I get? Also any sense in getting the smaller size collet? Thanks !
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    Broken Vise? IRWIN 4 1/2" small table Vise and a Vise noob

    Hey all, Complete newbie to the ins and outs of vises (relative to all those on this forum). Picked up this Irwin 4.5" about a year or so ago on amazon just to have something for the workbench. Served its purpose well, still sorta works but seems different then it did when first getting it...
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    Tap or chase? Pics inside

    Hi guys trying to figure out best way around this. Steel material. There are decent amount of threads in tack here so will using a tap cause loose fitting bolt? Or cross threaded mess? Right now bolt can’t be threaded in by hand. About 1/2 turns and it hangs up on something. thanks in advance
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    Old Mac Tools Box: possible to fit ball bearing drawers?

    Hey guys Got this here old Mac Tools toolbox. Made in U.S.A. Heavy duty quality, rough around the edges but has served its purpose great. Now filling up with tools, ya realize how heavy the drawers are! Friction slides. Ive run garage door opener lithium through em time to time. Gets tiring...
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    O2 Sensor sockets: lets chat!

    Hey guys, So..unfortunately was in a rushed position to pick up a 22mm o2 sensor socket, so hit the amazon and got an "ARES" o2 sensor socket 3/8th... It got the job done - but didn't feel up to snuff. And I hate rushed/forced purchases. So, curious what you guys consider the best o2 sensor...
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    odd request: tan/brown ball bearing grease identifiable? (Pics inside)

    Hey guys Weird one here.. but isn't that what makes GJ so great? Yep! :D Need help identifying this grease. Its used in automotive seat slider applications. Definitely not spray on - looks like out of a gun, or brushed on. Common in European vehicles. Any guesses? or close substitute? Read...
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    Husky 26" -4 Drawer : Wobbles?!

    Hey what's up guys On a whim ran out got this 26" Husky 4 drawer (for small home use - spares). got it home, to find a little teeter totter to it. Chalk it up as you get what you pay for? or are other guys with this box just fine? The corner of the box was punctured but it was last one on...
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    Split Lid VS Flip top lid Snap-On cart? How to choose & why? Help me decide

    Hey what's up guys! Having trouble deciding which style top for new work cart. Im sure this is a personal preference topic, but I am curious to hear some real life pluses and minuses/even regrets. Its always nice to have extra table top work space (split top). But I know its also possible to...
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    ez-red magnetic parts trays, junk? or good?

    Hey Was in search of some nice magnetic parts trays - have the HF ones now. Needed a few more - so grabbed these EZ red Collapsable ones. Honestly, they seem cheap. (Duh EZ-RED). Are there better alternatives? Ive already submitted the RETURN to amazon :ROFLMAO:
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    Reverse Drill bits: Matco still best? or was it MAC?

    Hey what's up guys Need quality set of reverse drill bits for those make or break situations. Heard through grapevine matco had the best. This still true? If not what's best set out? Thanks guys!
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    25ft extension cord to power 19amps?

    Hey guys Have a tool (blower) it’ lists specs as 19amps / 2280 watts. Seems high, though I’m no expert in electrical knowledge. Need an extension cord that’s 25ft that’d be capable to power this tool and decent quality. Thanks in advance Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Are these redundant? (Torque Wrenches)

    Hey guys I' own 2 click style 3/8" torque wrenches: 5-75ft lbs 10-100ft lbs Do you guys think these are redundant of each other? Being this close to spec - and if so which would you keep? or add to. (Automotive work) P.S: I have a 1/2" 0-250ftlb click style - that works for higher torque...
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    Where do I get this rechargeable battery?

    It’s from the Braun LED light from HF. 18650 2200mah 3.7v Found nothing in those exact specs. Never replaced this type of battery. So don’t know where to find. Any help ? Thanks guys Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Lightweight & portable aluminum floor jack recommendations (2020)

    Hey guys - Looking for a high quality aluminum floor jack - that is lightweight and can easily be taken in and out of vehicle (I'm thinking 50lbs is MAX). For use primary on the road, and in the pits swapping wheels, etc. Own a 1.5 HF Aluminum right now. It has held up fine *knock on wood*...
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    Snap On TQFR250C Torque Wrench; Looking for its proper case. Any help?

    Hey guys ! Long over-due need to get a case for my old TQFR250C Torque Wrench. Its old, I know. But still works amazingly well and reads accurately after cal. Would the : Snap on "PBTQ3" case work? It states for "Use for TQFR250E and TQR250E torque wrenches" Thanks in advance!
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    Purchasing first Vise : any recommendations?

    Hey GJ! Need some help/advise on a bench-table vise for my home garage. Majority of work is automotive. Specifically need a table vise to use when working on suspension bits like shocks, struts, and dampers. Won’t be the only use, am learning how valuable a vise is in general. Am a big...
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