2018 Garage Sale Thread
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hemifalcon
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My first scrapyard score.. $15 Equipto heavy duty rolling factory cart..
And for $20 one of the earliest Craftsman shapers I’ve come across in the wild.. “SKF Equipped”
And accessories..
Hard to believe people scrap such items..
The next thing was not scrap-but a surprise local find.. Ideal No. 1 Stencil machine..
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And for $20 one of the earliest Craftsman shapers I’ve come across in the wild.. “SKF Equipped”
And accessories..
Hard to believe people scrap such items..
The next thing was not scrap-but a surprise local find.. Ideal No. 1 Stencil machine..
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My first scrapyard score.. $15 Equipto heavy duty rolling factory cart...
And for $20 one of the earliest Craftsman shapers I’ve come across in the wild.. “SKF Equipped”
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The next thing was not scrap-but a surprise local find.. Ideal No. 1 Stencil machine..
Oh man! That's awesome! I didn't know they made stencil machines! Makes perfect sense. How hard are these to find? Anyone know?
Edit: Okay. Easy enough to find but not for cheap money.
Great finds!
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EOC_Jason
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Holy heck I can't believe someone scrapped that Craftsman Shaper!!!!
That stencil machine is cool too... Now I want one of those!
That stencil machine is cool too... Now I want one of those!
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Private Lugnutz
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That is a really nice find. I'm jealous.
WNYflyer
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Craptain,
Good eyes, yes a set of adjustable parallels on the lower right of the third pic.
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Outlawmws
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GPW, That looks like the earlier ammo box? I love the ones that just unlatch without going "Bang".
Hemi, usuck... that is all.
Actually it isn't! that sharper needs posted in the Long C Craftsman thread!
Hemi, usuck... that is all.
Actually it isn't! that sharper needs posted in the Long C Craftsman thread!
littleponderosa
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Hemi, gotta agree with the fellas - you ****. Nice score
Bill
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hemifalcon
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Holy heck I can't believe someone scrapped that Craftsman Shaper!!!!
That stencil machine is cool too... Now I want one of those!
No kidding right—the yard is just down the street from me and will become an occasional stop from now on.. [emoji123]
It’s nice-it was lying in the snow.. I’ll spend some time with Simple Green to clean it up. It’s in great shape and will get some liners in the bottom for “soft” handling. It goes with all my other Equipto and Lyon items
Yeah—I probably don’t need it-it’s a heavy heavy machine too.. but—I’ll keep it unless someone needs it more than me! [emoji106]
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hemifalcon
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Hahaha.. thanks for the “****”!! Keeping it brief. [emoji41]
Thanks Bill.. [emoji119]
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3baygarage
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Flyer- You ****! My last boss enjoyed giving away letters of termination.
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gpw_42
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Hemi, that shaper is bad *ss! You **** indeed! I love the Long C gear.
Outlaw, it is the WW2 vintage ammo can...the gasket is hard as a rock, but it seals right up, and the interior is clean. I just can't pass those cans up when I find them, unless they're horribly ugly. Might be time to order some "ammo can" paint: http://store.midwestmilitary.com/category-s/1965.htm
Edit: forgot to mention that I WAS all wet about the coffee cup burning my lips. 2 cups in and no problems - THAT is a relief!
Steve
EOC_Jason
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There is a video on YouTube of the guy demoing that same stencil machine. Amazing how smooth it all seems to operate.
driftpin
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A stop at Habitat for Humanity got me a 16" later-model Craftsman steel toolbox, and a 19.2 volt driver-drill.
The toolbox had a small load of stuff in it:
assorted sizes SS hose clamps
9" flat file, branded, "American Swiss" http://otools1.wkfinetools.com/filesT/amerSwissCo/americanSwiss-index.asp
three 1 amp glass fuses
four 1/2" brass nuts, I think they look like flare nuts
a body putty spreader
two-screw galvanized pipe clamp, about 1-1/2"
1157 bulb in package
small allen wrench
several brass drawer pulls
For the drill and toolbox & contents $15. I tested the drill before I left the store, it works fine. I have probably 10 Craftsman 19.2 volt tools, so this will be another.
The toolbox had a small load of stuff in it:
assorted sizes SS hose clamps
9" flat file, branded, "American Swiss" http://otools1.wkfinetools.com/filesT/amerSwissCo/americanSwiss-index.asp
three 1 amp glass fuses
four 1/2" brass nuts, I think they look like flare nuts
a body putty spreader
two-screw galvanized pipe clamp, about 1-1/2"
1157 bulb in package
small allen wrench
several brass drawer pulls
For the drill and toolbox & contents $15. I tested the drill before I left the store, it works fine. I have probably 10 Craftsman 19.2 volt tools, so this will be another.
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d42jeep
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Steve,
I’ve seen the little BB adjustable wrenches with a large asking price on eBay. The full fluted Bristol Jeep wrenches are really rare. I’ve only found one in the wild.
-Don
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Outlawmws
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GP, you were not all wet: The guys on my Coleman forum HATE those cups for that reason. Me, I've been using one for years for cocoa; no issues. You learn to slurp the rally hot stuff... (I HAVE been burned by the liquid...)
gpw_42
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WNY, I passed up a box similar to your's, several years ago, for $200. I had no clue what all was in it, or what it was worth. I sure know better now.
d42, thanks for the feedback. That may be where that wrench ends up, not sure yet...I'm really proud of that Bristol wrench, which I debated leaving on the shelf, since I wasn't sure of the size. Figured worst case, it'd just go in the box for resale; sure glad that I didn't leave it there! That experience on the machinists chest sorta stuck with me.
Outlaw, I think I got lucky, in that I use a drip coffee pot at home - if pouring boiling coffee from an old-school percolator, that cup would be the devil!
Steve
d42, thanks for the feedback. That may be where that wrench ends up, not sure yet...I'm really proud of that Bristol wrench, which I debated leaving on the shelf, since I wasn't sure of the size. Figured worst case, it'd just go in the box for resale; sure glad that I didn't leave it there! That experience on the machinists chest sorta stuck with me.
Outlaw, I think I got lucky, in that I use a drip coffee pot at home - if pouring boiling coffee from an old-school percolator, that cup would be the devil!
Steve
What's the deal on the fluted Bristol wrench, think I scrapped a couple out because I had no clue on what they were....
What's the deal on the fluted Bristol wrench, think I scrapped a couple out because I had no clue on what they were....
https://bristolwrench.com/about-bristol-wrench/
" Decades ago, Bristol engineers invented the Bristol Spline Drive System for use in electro-mechanical instruments. They required screws and wrenches that could stand up to industrial environments, vibrations, and frequent removal and resetting. The effectiveness of their invention, for that original application and thousands more since, has never been surpassed.
Bristol wrenches have been in continuous production in the United States since their original introduction. Bristol Wrench Co. utilizes proven methods to manufacture quality spline and hex wrenches, focusing foremost on producing the most effective wrenches possible. "
https://bristolwrench.com/bristol-wrench-spline-drive-advantages/
" The substantial and effective wrench engagement inherent in the Bristol design addresses the problems caused by other systems such as cam-out, socket reaming and “rounding” of wrenches. Pioneered by Bristol, the multiple spline drive system is recognized by design engineers as the superior method of transmitting torque because nearly 100% of wrenching force is applied at right angles to the load bearing spline surfaces of the socket. Other drive systems dissipate a significant amount of force into radial thrust tending to expand the socket rather than tighten the screw.
Bristol Spline Drive Suggested Applications
* Excellent for demanding applications.
* Especially indicated for set screws and smaller cap screws requiring severe tightening, and for screws with shallow sockets.
* For frequent removal and resetting of screws and plugs, such as for tool inserts, purge screws, drain/filler plugs, template retainers, and replacement of worn parts.
* In applications requiring softer screws such as stainless steel or non-ferrous materials.
Adequate for many applications, other drive systems such as this common hex design are not as positive or effective methods of transmitting torque as the Bristol Spline configuration. "
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Private Lugnutz
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They came in as many sizes as hex (or "Allen") wrenches, BB.What's the deal on the fluted Bristol wrench, think I scrapped a couple out because I had no clue on what they were....
Here's a pouch I found a few years ago...
What Don is referring to as hard to find is a (edit) 0.181-0.183" diameter (/edit) wrench for a 5/16" fluted head set screw. One wrench was issued to Willys and Ford with every Warner Gear T84 transmission, and in turn, by Willys and Ford in every jeep toolkit. They were used to loosen and tighten a 5/16” splined (or "Bristol") head set screw on the shift forks at the top of the T84 transmission. Believe it or not, this was considered driver-level maintenance. If you remove four screws and the stick shift plate on the floor of the jeep, then a few guide plates, the two shift forks at the top of the T84 ****** are staring back at you. While I have monkeyed with adjusting mine plenty, most of us can't imagine drivers performing this maintenance, most of the Bristol wrenches were reported missing or lost in period supply reports, and it was moved to depot kits and depot level maintenance in 1949.
I do have to qualify Don's statement. The fully fluted version is rare enough. And most WWII jeep enthusiasts look for that version. Evidence that I and a co-researcher and jeep toolkit guide co-author uncovered suggests that the factory issue wrench was only fluted or splined on each end and smooth in the middle. Those are even rarer. I believe Don has the motor pool version (with a FSN stamped on it) which I am sure he will be thrilled to provide a pic of. I am still holding out for a factory issue version (would have no markings).
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d42jeep
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They came in as many sizes as hex (or "Allen") wrenches, BB.
Here's a pouch I found a few years ago...
What Don is referring to as hard to find is a 5/16" diameter wrench. One was issued to Willys and Ford with every Warner Gear T84 transmission, and in turn, by Willys and Ford in every jeep toolkit. They were used to loosen and tighten a 5/16” splined (or "Bristol") head set screw on the shift forks at the top of the T84 transmission. Believe it or not, this was considered driver-level maintenance. If you remove four screws and the stick shift plate on the floor of the jeep the top of the T84 ****** is staring back at you. While I have monkeyed with mine plenty, most of us can't imagine drivers performing this maintenance, most of the Bristol wrenches were reported missing or lost in period supply reports, and it was moved to depot kits and depot level maintenance in 1949.
I do have to qualify Don's statement. The fully fluted version is rare enough. And most WWII jeep enthusiasts look for that version. Evidence that I and a co-researcher and jeep toolkit guide co-author uncovered suggests that the factory issue wrench was only fluted or splined on each end and smooth in the middle. Those are even rarer. I believe Don has the motor pool version (with a FSN stamped on it) which I am sure he will be thrilled to provide a pic of. I am still holding out for a factory issue version (would have no markings).
Here is the Bristol wrench that Lugz is referring to. I bought my example right after they were discovered at greater cost than I care to divulge.
-Don
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Private Lugnutz
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Outer Diameter. (EDIT: 5/16" is the size of the screw. Specs for the wrench in production drawings state O.D. of 0.181 to 0.183".)
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d42jeep
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The correct OD of the Bristol wrenches in question is 0.183"
-Don
-Don
So I was looking at GS pictures today and noticed this one... What's the story on these wrenches? Don't know if I should hop in my truck and get over to that sale or not...
I've heard the Nascar-collectible market is pretty oversaturated these days, but if you're a fan personally and/or if the price is good enough, go for it.
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Private Lugnutz
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The Willys drawing actually states a range of 0.1815" to 0.1830", but thanks for the correction, Don! (BB- I went back and edited to prevent further confusion. 5/16" is the size of the set screw, not the spline opening! Doh!)
EDIT: Overall dimensions are 2-5/8" from the end of the long leg to the outside of the short leg, and 15/16" from the end of the short leg to the outside of the long leg.
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fowldarr
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Huh, I have one of those bristol wrenches that came in a tool box I bought. Always wondered about it every time it floated to the top of the miscellaneous pile. Now I'll have to go see if I can find it (Probably be missing in action now)
These things, eh? This set is branded Craftsman on the snap closure. I didn't notice anything on the keys themselves. Largest size seems to be .111" according to online descriptions. Somewhere, I feel like I have one larger key, like fowldarr says, MIA.
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EOC_Jason
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OMG I remember when that Makita model was new!
Outlawmws
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Makes you feel old, don't it? 
Wow that is cool. I looked in my old Craftsman catalogs and could not find it.
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Private Lugnutz
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That looks 1950's, at least, to me.
Those Snap On Dale Earnhardt wrenches bring decent sold prices on Ebay. For me to buy it price would need to be around $50.
EOC_Jason
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Went to only estate sale in the area today. You could tell it was just a little old lady, tons of furniture and knick knacks, but figured why not...
Huge houses, but very narrow roads, only parking on one side. I parked way far away to be safe. As I walked up they just started letting people in. Place was like a madhouse, you would have thought it was Christmas eve and they were giving things away people were going nuts grabbing what they could.
Didn't even bother going in all the rooms, it was just way too crowded.
I did find this nice older model 16" Premier paper cutter in mint condition! I've been looking for one for a while, not quite this large but I can't complain for the price and condition. There were a few other things in the office but carrying around the cutter kind of limited me to what else I could get.
In the end I didn't buy anything else at that sale. The garage had TONS of those little misc parts bins but at $15 a pop for pretty small ones. I've bought them for $1 before so.. no..
I might go back on last day and see what was left but prices were generally way too high.
Stopped by the Habitat ReStore since it was on the way... Found a little Stanley block plane, made in England, for $2 in nice shape. Also found a couple rockler hose ends for $2...
Oh, while I was at the ReStore, I saw this odd ratchet. No stampings or anything. I did NOT buy it, but I can go get it if someone thinks it is of any value. Ratchet head was hex, not square? Selector on the back kind of looked like the old CMan but was a very dull finish. The chrome on the ratchet itself looked chineseium, but I could be wrong. Anyone have any thoughts on it?
Huge houses, but very narrow roads, only parking on one side. I parked way far away to be safe. As I walked up they just started letting people in. Place was like a madhouse, you would have thought it was Christmas eve and they were giving things away people were going nuts grabbing what they could.
Didn't even bother going in all the rooms, it was just way too crowded.
I did find this nice older model 16" Premier paper cutter in mint condition! I've been looking for one for a while, not quite this large but I can't complain for the price and condition. There were a few other things in the office but carrying around the cutter kind of limited me to what else I could get.
In the end I didn't buy anything else at that sale. The garage had TONS of those little misc parts bins but at $15 a pop for pretty small ones. I've bought them for $1 before so.. no..
I might go back on last day and see what was left but prices were generally way too high.
Stopped by the Habitat ReStore since it was on the way... Found a little Stanley block plane, made in England, for $2 in nice shape. Also found a couple rockler hose ends for $2...
Oh, while I was at the ReStore, I saw this odd ratchet. No stampings or anything. I did NOT buy it, but I can go get it if someone thinks it is of any value. Ratchet head was hex, not square? Selector on the back kind of looked like the old CMan but was a very dull finish. The chrome on the ratchet itself looked chineseium, but I could be wrong. Anyone have any thoughts on it?
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d42jeep
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I found an estate sale within 10 minutes of home so I checked it out and grabbed a few tools. The hammers were Craftsman and Vaughan, two pairs of vise grips, an early 8" Crescent wrench, an 8" Trimo pipe wrench and a Vaco screwdriver.
-Don
-Don
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3baygarage
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Jason- that’s a Japaese knockoff.
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