Princess Auto deals

Garett · Apr 28, 2018

Anybody notice the prices are what they used to be? I saw this on page 2 of this weeks flyer, I could use a couple of these but not at this price. I swear a few years ago they would of had this under $100.

https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/15-m-12-3-triple-end-retractable-cord-reel/A-p8660623e

JohnnieMo · Apr 28, 2018

Garett said:
Anybody notice the prices are what they used to be? I saw this on page 2 of this weeks flyer, I could use a couple of these but not at this price. I swear a few years ago they would of had this under $100.

https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/15-m-12-3-triple-end-retractable-cord-reel/A-p8660623e

This has not changed. In fact that sale is a good price. The 12 gauge version is highly superior to the 14 and 16. Its a different brand. I opted for the 14 gauge for that reason. I bought mine over a year ago and this one was $279 then.

With that being said I’m finding that EVERYTHING is sky rocketing in Canada. I think it is our lovely carbon tax on everything. I’m selling used stuff these days for what I paid for it..... in some cases a decade prior. It’s insane how many people are turning away from buying new, myself included.

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JohnnieMo · Apr 29, 2018

Just found out my neighbour “retired” and went to work at Princess Auto for fun. He said the new store is incredible. It opens Tuesday. If you see Larry tell him I said hi.

alwaysFlOoReD · Apr 29, 2018

JohnnieMo said:
With that being said I’m finding that EVERYTHING is sky rocketing in Canada. I think it is our lovely carbon tax on everything. I’m selling used stuff these days for what I paid for it..... in some cases a decade prior. It’s insane how many people are turning away from buying new, myself included.

I think it's the difference in Canadian money compared to US money. I noticed everything went up in proportion to the currency exchange.

K13 · Apr 30, 2018

alwaysFlOoReD said:
I think it's the difference in Canadian money compared to US money. I noticed everything went up in proportion to the currency exchange.

Of course it is. Everyone wants to blame the carbon tax but don't consider that when they bought things "a decade ago" the dollar was on par with the U.S. and now is 30% lower so just about everything will be 30% more than it was then.

matthew · May 2, 2018

As someone who works for an exporter and travels somewhat regularly in the US, I have been fairly conscious of the exchange rate for some time - and I would have some observations:

- our American friends had a lot of inflation in the last couple of years themselves. Some of it was the recession really beat down prices, but I have seen a lot of the things I used to bring back go up substantially

- I had noticed that Canadian prices had been shielded from inflation for quite some time because the rising dollar allowed that to happen

- in the end inflation will happen, and it shouldn't be surprising we see it eventually. Drops in the dollar will magnify it, rises in the dollar conceal it, but only for a time. It's a matter of timing as to the ups and downs in market demand and the economy that dictates how much we see and when.

No tax is popular, but I'd rather a carbon tax (ie- one that I can avoid by reducing consumption, and that encourages innovation) than income tax.

Garett · May 2, 2018

The China Yaun is also up compared to the Cdn and US dollar. It's safe to say lots at Princess Auto comes from China.

I see weld on hinges are on sale now at PA. I need to pick some up, want to convert my utility trailer to a motorbike carrier.

The Cobbler · Jun 16, 2018

bought the ram and hardware kit for this press today for $25 at the scratch & dent sale https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/powerfist-12-ton-hydraulic-shop-press/A-p8604589e
all I need is the frame , everything else is NIB

cheloutside · Jun 17, 2018

anyone go to the Saturday only special?

scooby074 · Jun 18, 2018

Garett said:
Anybody notice the prices are what they used to be? I saw this on page 2 of this weeks flyer, I could use a couple of these but not at this price. I swear a few years ago they would of had this under $100.

https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/15-m-12-3-triple-end-retractable-cord-reel/A-p8660623e

Thats a ProPoint model. They definitely are trying to move to higher quality (and higher prices) with the propoint line. I think its great. The ProPoint stuff I got is 100x better than the cheaper PowerFister stuff they carry. Pretty smart move to offer a premium and and economy line if you ask me.

That reel PA is selling is sold under a few brands. "Strongway" at Northern Tool for $269 USD . I think PA is offering decent value considering the price other retailers are offering the same model for.

PA still has the old Powerfister model at less than $100 for people shopping in that price bracket. https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/12-m-14-3-triple-end-extension-cord-reel/A-p8003221e

PharaohXJ · Jun 19, 2018

cheloutside said:
anyone go to the Saturday only special?

40$ for both

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JohnnieMo · Jun 19, 2018

I was there almost by accident. It was pretty poor. I got a welding chipper hammer for $4. Otherwise I didn't see anything good. Maybe it was already picked through.

I bought a few of those 50 cal ammo cases (plastic) for half price. Those things are awesome.

PhantomEB · Jun 20, 2018

Having a hard time navigating the new one after 15 years of going to the old one!

The Cobbler · Jun 26, 2018

I can buy this compressor at my local store that has been returned. def has been used , and the claim was "It's very noisey" and I bought another compressor complete so I don't need it. reg new price is $900 . marked down price price on it is $350 but I know I can do better than that. Manager suggested $100 out the door. could probably get it for $50 . https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/5-hp-2-stage-air-compressor-pump/A-p8629511e

rmsg0040 · Jul 3, 2018

Stubby ratchets on sale. 48 tooth. Picked up the 1/4" version. Surprised to see that it was held together with a snap ring. Not bad for 10 plus tax

FMC1959 · Jul 10, 2018

FYI to anyone living in the Montreal area, PA will be opening one or more stores in Quebec, in the coming months.

Garett · Sep 30, 2018

Today is the last day of this sale for the Sanborn 60 gallon air compressor. I picked mine up and got it installed yesterday. $499.99 is a deal and a half!! This one is rebadged and painted many different colors, I see it sell from $800-1150 CDN.

So far I've done the break in procedure. I'll probably leave it on the pallet, I want to get some anti vibration pads soon. As of now this sucker is way louder and runs hot compared to my old Swan.

buckwheat_la · Sep 30, 2018

Garett said:
Today is the last day of this sale for the Sanborn 60 gallon air compressor. I picked mine up and got it installed yesterday. $499.99 is a deal and a half!! This one is rebadged and painted many different colors, I see it sell from $800-1150 CDN.

So far I've done the break in procedure. I'll probably leave it on the pallet, I want to get some anti vibration pads soon. As of now this sucker is way louder and runs hot compared to my old Swan.

I have one but haven't installed it yet. What did you do to install it?

Garett · Sep 30, 2018

Just put it in my compressor room, wired it up(3 wires) and did the 30 min no load break in procedure. I figure I’ll get new 3/8 water trap/filter and finally complete the air lines around the shop.

I did an 11 min vid but was so mind numbingly boring I didn’t publish it, lol.

JohnnieMo · Nov 4, 2018

A couple things I saw In the flyer today.

I have this first unit. It has been awesome for sucking fluids. I like that it isn’t massive. Most of the other ones are huge.

I’ve never used these other items but could use them in the shop.

PhantomEB · Nov 4, 2018

One of these days I will be in the position to get me a 30t air over hydraulic press!

The room is gaining in my shop for one. Especially if I can get me my toy hauler to get the quad out of my shop!

JohnnieMo · Nov 5, 2018

Anyone need trailer tires? This price is insane.

The Cobbler · Nov 5, 2018

wow, that's a great price.
the price ending in .03 means it is a discontinued item .
or a 1 time buy

PhantomEB · Nov 6, 2018

Hmm cheap enough for me to buy 3? Future quad project? Or just say fk it and put the quad in the box? Perhaps a sled deck?

matthew · Nov 6, 2018

Or build a trailer inspired by Johnny Cash's classic - "One Piece at a Time" - with a tandem on one side, and a single wheel on the other

PhantomEB · Nov 7, 2018

matthew said:
Or build a trailer inspired by Johnny Cash's classic - "One Piece at a Time" - with a tandem on one side, and a single wheel on the other

my school of thought is always buy a good spare, especially when it comes to single axled trailers!

rmsg0040 · Nov 16, 2018

Picked up those 24" magnetic bars on sale as well as the paper towel/can holder

Magnet bars are great, we use them at work for our common tool board. Also use it on the scissors lift and boom, backside is also magnetic

mobiledynamics · Dec 4, 2018

I don't follow PA much but has anyone come across free shipping codes in a very loooong time ?

PhantomEB · Dec 29, 2018

Seems they got their ‘grip’ brand making knockoffs of the Hansen socket trays. All six sets for 15$ until the 31st.

I think I will stick with the Hansen brand ones. 1/2” drive ones are 6.99 til the 18th, so I will wait until I back to work and start my impact collection. Love the fact that if they don’t fit the trays then I can take the tray back.

brendelac · Dec 30, 2018

PhantomEB said:
Love the fact that if they don’t fit the trays then I can take the tray back.

Some of my powerfist sockets wouldn't fit on my powerfist trays. I ended up sanding the tray posts to make them work, but not something I thought would be necessary.

PhantomEB · Dec 30, 2018

I hear you. I have had to slightly drill out some sockets to slide down the post.

Imagine I may have to trim the lip off around the base to get 10 trays to fit inside my top drawer.

lowside67 · Dec 30, 2018

PhantomEB said:
I think I will stick with the Hansen brand ones. 1/2” drive ones are 6.99 til the 18th, so I will wait until I back to work and start my impact collection. Love the fact that if they don’t fit the trays then I can take the tray back.

Where do you see the Hansen brand trays for $6.99? I need a second 1/2" drive and that would be perfect.

Thanks
Mark

rmsg0040 · Dec 30, 2018

3/8 ratchet 18" long next flyer for $20

PhantomEB · Dec 30, 2018

lowside67 said:
Where do you see the Hansen brand trays for $6.99? I need a second 1/2" drive and that would be perfect.

Thanks
Mark

I could be wrong but the Princess Auto ones that come in singles don’t look much different than the Hansens at KMS Tools.

lilredex · Jan 23, 2019

Anyone looking for "F" style welding clamps?

6"....$9.99
12"...$12.99

Etc, on other sizes. Less than HF. On 'til the end of Jan.

https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/6-in-sliding-arm-bar-clamp/A-p8537623e

https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/12-in-sliding-arm-bar-clamp/A-p8537649e

With the ****** weather recently, I thought I make not make it to my store in time. So, ordered on line. Cost was about $10 for delivery, on (4) X 6" and (2) X 12". They get a super deal from Canada Post. Ordered last Sunday, delivered yesterday (Tuesday).

PhantomEB · Jan 23, 2019

Grrr I want a bunch of those!

Ain’t gonna use the store credit I have. As said time and time again, That’s earmarked for my 30T press when it’s on sale and I got 500$ cash for it!

rmsg0040 · Jan 23, 2019

pro-point impact sockets, extra thin wrench sets, extendable locking flex head quick release ratchets on sale

might ask my boss to get the tubing notcher that's on sale, will sure beat using a chop saw to notch round pipe for welding

scooby074 · Mar 3, 2019

I just got the Powerfister 200 amp SmartTig machine for under $200. Even as loyal to Miller as I am, I couldnt pass it up, basically stole it. Feel like a cheap ***** :rocker:

You know youre getting a deal when the supervisor is called to authorize the sale at the cash and she says "Wow!". :bounce:

I tried it with stick today and its a damn fine welder, particularly for $200 :lol_hitti

How durable it is, well thats to be seen, but at this price its almost throwaway.

20190303_164103 by J Wangchung, on Flickr

20190303_145103 by J Wangchung, on Flickr

20190303_145020 by J Wangchung, on Flickr

raskal · Mar 3, 2019

So why did you get $800 off? And where can I?

scooby074 · Mar 3, 2019

raskal said:
So why did you get $800 off? And where can I?

$1100 off regular retail :bowdown:

Charm helps lol

But these things are going on clearance at Princess Auto. Mine was open box and missing the piece of **** $99 Tig torch, but otherwise unused.

Check your local PA. Find a supervisor and see what they can do for you. Tell them youll take it right now if the price is right.

Word should be out that these are clearance now. If there is a floor model, you can really press them to make a deal. Good luck!

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