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    My porcelain tile floor after 4 years of constant hot rod building.

    Thanks for the update. You've just made my mind up for me, porcelain tiles it is for me.
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    Warn Pullzall Modification

    I'm in the market for something like this, looks like it might not be suitable for what i want it for, thanks for the review.
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    In floor pit

    My house came with one too. I use it a lot but id much prefer a lift, climbing up and down into it if you forget a tool gets to be a real pain, yes you can bring all your tools down with you, trust me you'll forget something. But a pit is better than no pit, and its way better than lying on...
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    Looking for a ratchet with internal socket storage (ultra-portable set)

    This is available in 1/4, 3/8, 1/2. I haven't seen the 1/2 but the 3/8 will fit into your pocket. In not sure if it's available in SAE but you could switch the sockets if not. http://www.hls.ie/products-page/socket-sets/teng-ratchet-set-with-sockets/
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    Let's see your toolbox.

    What pliers set is that? The ones in the tray? Thanks.
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    Show us your welding projects

    Bummer that you didnt cover your costs, but you can certainly be proud of your work, those gates are beautiful.
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    Had a bad/scary weekend in my camper! :-(

    DEFINITELY get a smoke detector, and test it weekly. Get a carbon monoxide sensor while you're at it too. These two items cost very little and can save your life. In my opinion.... wire nuts and scotch locks have no business in a place prone to even minute vibration. I always crimp or solder...
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    Let's see your toolbox.

    Dennis where did you get those brown dividers? did they come with the box?
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    Show your new tool arrivals

    That is a thing of beauty! Well played sir.
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    first 15 tools a mechanic should buy?

    This^ (go for deep sockets if you can only afford one set) And Pliers, Snips, vicegrip, BFH, Set of screw drivers, various length socket extensions, 3/8-Allen and Torx sockets. Maybe double up on the combination wrenches in the most populr sizes, a cheap set will do for this. These will take...
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    Snap-on KC506 Set

    Do this. Then paint the lid black, apply the vinyl decal, paint the lid red, remove the vinyl decal and you have your decal painted on.
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    Any Ideas for Portable Tool Box Cart?

    That is one of the coolest ideas I've seen in a long time.
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    16mm Wrench?

    I cracked a 16mm craftsman socket loosening the brake calipers on a BMW 320. Seriously, true story.
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    Ebay UK tools -> USA, issues?

    Yes I'm of the same opinion, I live in Ireland, but I've lived in the USA also, 80% of my tools were purchased in the US, when I visit the US I usually bring home more tools, quality tools are better value in the US in my opinion. For those of you thinking of buying hand tools on eBay from the...
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    Breaker bars

    I dont like breaking my rachets, and i dont like busting my knuckles, so i use a snap-on breaker bar when needed. Its a nice length (not to long) and as tough as old boots. Hasnt broken yet even with a 6 foot cheater on it....
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