Astro Pneumatic Tool Company

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

I have the 9409A hose clamp pliers and I LOVE EM

here is the cheapest place on earth to buy them! (30% less than amazon )

Glad you like it!

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

looks like woot is running a second promo on some astro items.
link can be found here:

http://tools.woot.com/plus/hand-tools-hand-em-over?ref=cnt_wp_1

 

[K-Dog]

I picked up the Astro Pneumatic 78205.

 

[signcrafter]

I picked up the Astro Pneumatic 78205.

I had to google what it is for. Looks handy and better then my pounding a chisel in there method!

 

[youngridge]

Still wish I would of bought the wobble head ratchets and allen bits from the last woot sale, anyone get the allen head bits?

 

[gipraw]

looks like woot is running a second promo on some astro items.
link can be found here:

http://tools.woot.com/plus/hand-tools-hand-em-over?ref=cnt_wp_1

I picked up a few things. The long plier set, the step bits and three of the little LED lights. I love those things and I use them a lot. They are very good when I am looking closely at the finish on a vehicle.

I've never used any of your pliers. I look forward to giving them a try.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

I picked up the Astro Pneumatic 78205.

I picked up a few things. The long plier set, the step bits and three of the little LED lights. I love those things and I use them a lot. They are very good when I am looking closely at the finish on a vehicle.

I've never used any of your pliers. I look forward to giving them a try.

Awesome, glad you both were able to take advantage of those prices!

If there is any info i can provide regarding any of our items, do not hesitate to let me know!

 

[gipraw]

Awesome, glad you both were able to take advantage of those prices!

If there is any info i can provide regarding any of our items, do not hesitate to let me know!

I have one. What is the load rating of the 55600 workbench as a scaffold and as a bench? The description isn't quit clear on Woot.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

I have one. What is the load rating of the 55600 workbench as a scaffold and as a bench? The description isn't quit clear on Woot.

Hey Gipraw,
I found this in my database:

WARNING: to avoid the risk of injury, do not load bench with more than 500lbs (240kgs)

 

[bobbycos]

I have one. What is the load rating of the 55600 workbench as a scaffold and as a bench? The description isn't quit clear on Woot.

it can hold me laying down

 

[gipraw]

Hey Gipraw,
I found this in my database:

WARNING: to avoid the risk of injury, do not load bench with more than 500lbs (240kgs)

Thanks ..

it can hold me laying down

nice. I am trying to make sure I won't end up lying down if I use it.

 

[bobbycos]

Thanks ..




nice. I am trying to make sure I won't end up lying down if I use it.

i am on the "fluffy" side (275 lbs)

 

[RBailey]

Hi Charles,

I love your tools and have a fair few in my various boxes, BUT, and there always is a but, I HATE the blow molded plastic cases.

For example I've just bought the 78619 brake kit. Nice tool set, very comprehensive but its in a big red plastic case that takes up far to much real estate. For this kit I've swapped it for a small metal tool box that it all just fits in nicely and I can even keep a few other tools like my standard pad spreaders in as well.

I find that 90% of the blow molded cases go straight in the bin. The ones I keep are only for very very specialized tools and then I often take saw to them to add room for accessories etc..

I understand that some tool makers want to count the case as a "piece" when selling a 9 piece kit which is okay but make it a decent small metal case.

Either save some money and ditch the blow molded cases and use shrink wrap on card or use (and market) metal cases.

(Sorry for the rant, you're brave being here.)

Thanks,
Richard B.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

Hi Charles,

I love your tools and have a fair few in my various boxes, BUT, and there always is a but, I HATE the blow molded plastic cases.

For example I've just bought the 78619 brake kit. Nice tool set, very comprehensive but its in a big red plastic case that takes up far to much real estate. For this kit I've swapped it for a small metal tool box that it all just fits in nicely and I can even keep a few other tools like my standard pad spreaders in as well.

I find that 90% of the blow molded cases go straight in the bin. The ones I keep are only for very very specialized tools and then I often take saw to them to add room for accessories etc..

I understand that some tool makers want to count the case as a "piece" when selling a 9 piece kit which is okay but make it a decent small metal case.

Either save some money and ditch the blow molded cases and use shrink wrap on card or use (and market) metal cases.

(Sorry for the rant, you're brave being here.)

Thanks,
Richard B.

Hey Richard,
Thanks so much for the feedback.
We always appreciate an end user's input, and surely keep it in mind when making improvements on our products.

We are also very glad that you enjoy our products.
If there is ever anything we can assist with, do not hesitate to call or e-mail.

Thanks for accepting our presnece on the forum, and have an amazing week!

 

[Chandos]

Astro Pneumatic long-reach pliers from Woot: buyer be wary!

Received my set of long-reach pliers from Woot today. The tools are robustly built, if rather crudely finished, though the plier jaws and side cutter seem precise enough.

On the other hand, the straight long-nose pliers exhibit deep rust pitting in the serrations, so much so that I would have walked away from this as a used tool. I've touched it up with a wire brush, but the damage is done. I don't really want to spend the time securing a replacement for what is, in the end, an inexpensive tool, but I will think hard and twice about purchasing any other hand tools from Astro Pneumatic. To find this sort of damage to a tool fresh out of a heat sealed box is disheartening at best, and at worst it suggests that they employ zero QC.

Just a heads up. YMMV.



Chandos

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

Re: Astro Pneumatic long-reach pliers from Woot: buyer be wary!

Received my set of long-reach pliers from Woot today. The tools are robustly built, if rather crudely finished, though the plier jaws and side cutter seem precise enough.

On the other hand, the straight long-nose pliers exhibit deep rust pitting in the serrations, so much so that I would have walked away from this as a used tool. I've touched it up with a wire brush, but the damage is done. I don't really want to spend the time securing a replacement for what is, in the end, an inexpensive tool, but I will think hard and twice about purchasing any other hand tools from Astro Pneumatic. To find this sort of damage to a tool fresh out of a heat sealed box is disheartening at best, and at worst it suggests that they employ zero QC.

Just a heads up. YMMV.



Chandos

Hey Chandos,
I would like to personally apologize for that.
Please give our customer service line a call at (800) 221-9705, and we will do whatever it takes to alleviate this problem.

Thank you for providing your feedback, and your support towards our brand.

 

[K-Dog]

Awesome, glad you both were able to take advantage of those prices!

If there is any info i can provide regarding any of our items, do not hesitate to let me know!

Okay so,,,,,, how do I use it ?

 

[K-Dog]

Okay so,,,,,, how do I use it ?

Never mind.
I found a video by one of your competitors.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

Never mind.
I found a video by one of your competitors.

Hey K-Dog,
Sorry we didn't see your posting until this morning.
Glad you found the info that was needed.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

Afternoon Folks,
Hope Tuesday is going well for everyone!

Check out our collection of Backing Pads! These pads are great for detailing your vehicle, and work with Random angle sanders. These items are available now. Feel free to contact me for any questions you may have.

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/

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[youngridge]

How often do you do the sales on woot? How do you select your product line to put on there?

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

How often do you do the sales on woot? How do you select your product line to put on there?

Hey YoungBridge,

They will probably do sales about once a month. The product selection is usually based on items that will have a wide appeal to both the professional and DIY market cross-sections.

 

[gipraw]

Afternoon Folks,
Hope Tuesday is going well for everyone!

Check out our collection of Backing Pads! These pads are great for detailing your vehicle, and work with Random angle sanders. These items are available now. Feel free to contact me for any questions you may have.

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/

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I have a lot of experience with the 3" version of these backing plates. I use them on all of my pneumatic polishers. They are the most durable plates that I have found. I am very pleased with the 3" version. I will be trying the 5" soon.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

I have a lot of experience with the 3" version of these backing plates. I use them on all of my pneumatic polishers. They are the most durable plates that I have found. I am very pleased with the 3" version. I will be trying the 5" soon.

 

[CobraRed]

I have a lot of experience with the 3" version of these backing plates. I use them on all of my pneumatic polishers. They are the most durable plates that I have found. I am very pleased with the 3" version. I will be trying the 5" soon.

Their 5" and 6" versions are seriously some of the best stuff out there.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

We would like to introduce some of our Newest Undercar Kits. These are must-have items for any Automotive Garage, and are constructed to make the technician's job quick and easy.

Attached please find some product information on these items, which are in-stock and priced to move. If you need any assistance locating a distributor, feel free to contact us directly.

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/

 

[dnschmidt]

I know Steve Fisher who owns the company and he's a stand up guy. I'm looking forward to seeing him and his daughter Nicky, who also works for the company, nepotism is good, again in two weeks at SEMA.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

Welcome back to the office everyone,
Hope the weekend was a relaxing one!

Take a look at our Model # 78807 5pc Pickle Fork Ball Joint Separator Set. This set is used to remove ball joints, tie rods, pitman arm, and other linkages.

Just call the number below, or e-mail me directly if you need any assistance finding a distributor!

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

Happy Hump Day Folks!

Take a look at our Model # 78820 Rear Axle Bearing Service Set. This kit allows for easy removal of semi-floating rear axle bearings.

Just call the number below, or e-mail me directly if you need any assistance finding a distributor!

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/

 

[Ign]

Happy Hump Day Folks!

Take a look at our Model # 78820 Rear Axle Bearing Service Set. This kit allows for easy removal of semi-floating rear axle bearings.

Just call the number below, or e-mail me directly if you need any assistance finding a distributor!

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/

So I'm really not trying to give you a hard time but that looks like the HF kit?

Also I trust your ad people have corrected the "Tire" rod typo a couple posts up.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

So I'm really not trying to give you a hard time but that looks like the HF kit?

Also I trust your ad people have corrected the "Tire" rod typo a couple posts up.

No siree, that is all Astro right there! All these kits look similar.

Thanks for the heads-up about the Tire rod typo, we will fix it.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

It's the day before Halloween, and we hope everyone is ready to partake in the spooky celebrations!

Speaking of spooky, one of the scariest things is having to work on your car in the dark!

Make sure that never happens to you again with the Astro Tools 12SL Ultra Slim Rechargeable LED Inspection Light.
This light has high performance LED light that has 12 high efficiency Nichia LED bulbs that deliver 240 lumens of light.

Just call the number below, or e-mail me directly if you need any assistance finding a distributor!

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/

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[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

Good Morning All!

If you find yourself at SEMA this year, stop by our booth and say hello.

We have some great new products on display, informative product demonstrations, and some INCREDIBLE giveaways!

You can find us at Booth # 11229. We look forward to seeing you!

Here are some of the new items we will be displaying at the show this week!

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/


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[bobbycos]

It's the day before Halloween, and we hope everyone is ready to partake in the spooky celebrations!

Speaking of spooky, one of the scariest things is having to work on your car in the dark!

Make sure that never happens to you again with the Astro Tools 12SL Ultra Slim Rechargeable LED Inspection Light.
This light has high performance LED light that has 12 high efficiency Nichia LED bulbs that deliver 240 lumens of light.

Just call the number below, or e-mail me directly if you need any assistance finding a distributor!

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/

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hmmmmmmm

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

hmmmmmmm

any questions i can assist with, bobbycos?

 

[paranoid56]

good afternoon, i purchased the 1024 Astro Pneumatic Tool rivet nut tool and love it. however, where can i pick up the SAE parts without buying a full kit? i assume the SAE parts would fit the metric kit right? was hoping to pick it up on amazon to get the fast shipping lol

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

good afternoon, i purchased the 1024 Astro Pneumatic Tool rivet nut tool and love it. however, where can i pick up the SAE parts without buying a full kit? i assume the SAE parts would fit the metric kit right? was hoping to pick it up on amazon to get the fast shipping lol

Hello paranoid56,
Unfortunately, this product is no longer in our line so we do not carry the spare parts.
I apologies for any inconvenience.
Have a great day!

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

Good Morning Everyone!

Only a few more days of The SEMA Show, so make sure to stop by our booth and say hello!

We have some great new products on display, informative product demonstrations, and some INCREDIBLE giveaways!

You can find us at Booth # 11229. We look forward to seeing you!

(800) 221-9705
[email protected]
http://www.astrotools.com/

 

[SuperSheep]

Hi Charles,

I love your tools and have a fair few in my various boxes, BUT, and there always is a but, I HATE the blow molded plastic cases.

For example I've just bought the 78619 brake kit. Nice tool set, very comprehensive but its in a big red plastic case that takes up far to much real estate. For this kit I've swapped it for a small metal tool box that it all just fits in nicely and I can even keep a few other tools like my standard pad spreaders in as well.

I find that 90% of the blow molded cases go straight in the bin. The ones I keep are only for very very specialized tools and then I often take saw to them to add room for accessories etc..

I understand that some tool makers want to count the case as a "piece" when selling a 9 piece kit which is okay but make it a decent small metal case.

Either save some money and ditch the blow molded cases and use shrink wrap on card or use (and market) metal cases.

(Sorry for the rant, you're brave being here.)

Thanks,
Richard B.

Hey Charles, doesn't this reflect partially what I commented about Astro Pneumatic's shortcoming with deciding which tools to package with usable storage and what tools don't need fancy packaging. Your brake tools, which is a great product, especially considering the (low) cost of decent stuff. But whats with the thin *** blow molded case? A tad bit more effort in making sure all the adapters and pieces are held in secure instead of flopping and bouncing around everytime I take the kit anywhere. 1st world problems eh?

I'm looking to pick up your Balljoint Press plus the adapters set, I really, hope it doesn't come in the same type of thin *** blow molded case. With the weight of a balljoint press, throw in the multiple adapters... all that weight, now if stuff breaks thru the thin *** blow molded wall and crushes my ****** foot......



At least, imo, the packaging for the Cross-Beam Wrench is great. Annoying as hell trying to figure out how to store them types of wrenches. That form tray it came in solved that problem. I'll give you that. But same type of form tray used to package those universal sockets equals to wasted effort when people take the sockets and stick them on rails or trays and toss the fancy form packaging.

Where is your booth in SEMA? I musta missed you guys or was not paying attention yesterday.

 

[Astro_Pneumatic_Tools]

Hey Charles, doesn't this reflect partially what I commented about Astro Pneumatic's shortcoming with deciding which tools to package with usable storage and what tools don't need fancy packaging. Your brake tools, which is a great product, especially considering the (low) cost of decent stuff. But whats with the thin *** blow molded case? A tad bit more effort in making sure all the adapters and pieces are held in secure instead of flopping and bouncing around everytime I take the kit anywhere. 1st world problems eh?

I'm looking to pick up your Balljoint Press plus the adapters set, I really, hope it doesn't come in the same type of thin *** blow molded case. With the weight of a balljoint press, throw in the multiple adapters... all that weight, now if stuff breaks thru the thin *** blow molded wall and crushes my ****** foot......



At least, imo, the packaging for the Cross-Beam Wrench is great. Annoying as hell trying to figure out how to store them types of wrenches. That form tray it came in solved that problem. I'll give you that. But same type of form tray used to package those universal sockets equals to wasted effort when people take the sockets and stick them on rails or trays and toss the fancy form packaging.

Where is your booth in SEMA? I musta missed you guys or was not paying attention yesterday.

Hey SuperSheep,
I will definitely bring this to the product teams attention when they return from the show, or you can stop by and let them know, and check out our product demos and giveaways.
Booth # 11229