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    Best stud extractor

    So i have 4 stubborn exhaust studs, that i have spent days trying to get out, heat, penetrating oil, hammering...tried impact socket removers, tried the easy-out reverse drill bit things...nothing...short of just cutting them out, is there a stud extractor that would be recommended? Thanks
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    Ratcheting wrenches

    So i was recently changing an alternator and was stuck using a wrench and found myself wishing it had a ratcheting mechanism, luckily Canadian tire had a few on sale this week. However they have several different sets, so i was wondering which you guys think would be most useful. They have the...
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    Masonry blades

    Hey guys, so i am doing some interlocking, and planning on buying the harbor freight 2.5hp 10" tile/brick saw, and wanted to put on a really good quality blade on it. Any suggestions? BTW, does anyone have a coupon for that saw? Thanks:)
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    Beginner welder...hobart 135?

    Hey guys, so as the title said, i finally decided to try my hand at welding. I am not massively mechanically inclined, i recently finished med school, and started practicing. So i thought i would finally try welding. I intend to give it a proper go, so i expect to be relatively proficient, so...
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    Tool shops in Europe

    Hey guys so I am about to head out for two weeks will be in France, Germany, Switzerland and Italy. I was wondering if the locals would suggest where I can get some good quality tools from, would be great to do some tool shopping.
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    Miller matic 120

    Hey guys, so since joining this forum, i have found myself developing an interest in things i never thought i would have. In saying that, i find myself longing to start welding...lolol...although i really have no need to weld anything...but i suppose that's besides the point anyways. I looked...
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    Quality Woodworking clamps

    Hey guys, just thought i would get the opinions of some tool experts. So i have always had an interest in woodworking, now that i have the time, career is pretty much established, i thought i would get started. So i figured i should start getting tools, i have decent spread of tools already, but...
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    Heavy duty cabinets

    Hey guys, so i came across this a few days ago. Would have loved to get my hands on a few, unfortunately shipping is too much for me to Buffalo.:sad: So i figured it could be a good deal for someone local, pickup is free; and i may be mistaken but they do look pretty solid...
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    Outdoor fireplace ideas/plans

    Hey guys, so i got quite a bit of bricks from my mom whom is building her house, about 1000, so i started wondering what i could do with them, i already have a stone patio, so i thought i could do an outdoor fireplace. I did a bit of a searching, and can't seem to find plans, or anything...
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    Reed or Yost?...Vice advice?

    Hey guys, so i came across two vices, that i can't decide between...and as much as i would love to get both...i really can't. So both the vices have 4.5 inch jaws, both swivel, and both are in the same condition (i only have a pic of the Yost), the Reed opens to 12 inches, whereas the Yost...
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    Shipping/freight suggestions

    Hey guys, i know this isn't a direct tool related question. I got an 80 gallon Devilbiss air compressor with a 6.5 hp A.O. Smith motor and dual stage pump at a great price ($100). The catch, is the motor just stopped a few years ago...it simply stopped. So i am in the market for a net motor, i...
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    Generator advice

    Soo once again, i enter the hall of garage knowledge seeking some advice from the great ones...lolol...i need a 5000w (or more) generator, i need something reliable, and long lasting. My knowledge and experience with generators is absolutely zero...soo i am wondering what's a good brand, which...
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    Pocket hole tool?

    Hey guys, just wondering what everyone uses to drill pocket holes? Looking to get a jig, and wondering if the Kreg, is the tool of choice, or if there is a better alternative? Thanks
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    Floor jack assistance?

    Hey guys, so today i went into the hospital at 4 a.m. in order to get out early, in order to do a 4 hr drive to pick up this jack, and get back in at my usual time so my fiance doesn't know i bought it...lolol. So i think i got a decent deal..$50, it's a blackhawk floor jack, in pretty decent...
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    Can this be repaired....

    Hey guys, so i have a bit of a situation, i lent my compressor to a friend of mine, he kept it for 3 months, as oppposed to the weekend he apparently needed it for. I needed to use it, so i went to pick it up, he apparently was storing it outside behind his carport....way to treat people`s...
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    WTD Wet tile saw

    Looking for a wet tile saw, preferably with a 7 or 10 inch blade. Thanks.
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    Wilton Vise info

    Hey guys, i came acorss this vice, and i was wondering if anyone would know if it's made in usa? This is the only photo, and it isn't possible for anyone to inspect the vise to see if it is stamped anywhere. I'm getting it for $25. Thanks.
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    Good deal on compressor?

    Hey guys, so i came across this, and before i jumped on it, thought i would see what you guys thought. So it's a 120 gallon Saylor Beal compressor, it comes with two motors, however it only has 1 pump. It still produces approx. 23 scfm at 90 psi...with the other pump connected, it apparently...
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    Probably the weirdest reason for buying a tool? Advice?

    Hey guys, so once again, i am hoping for some advice. I seem to always be on the receiving end of advice on the forum...but thanks nonetheless...soo here is the deal.... I just got engaged August 13th...and now i guess wedding planning has started...soo my fiancee was talking to me about...
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    Anyone ever heard of Desmond Stephen vises?

    Hey guys, i just came a cross a Desmond stephen vise, that is apparently made in Urbana, Ohio. Can't really find anything else on it, I was wondering if anyone else had any experience, with them or the company? They are asking $75, for the vise, weighs approximately 75lbs.
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