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Belt grinder attachment at PA. I have the multi tool version (original) and it’s one of my favourite tools. You’ll wonder how you put up with grinding on stone wheels and the ol “ angle grinder held upside down on the workbench trick” so long 
rancherbill
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They all do it this way. Just click on the one Star Reviews.
There are a total of 18, 4 and 5 star reviews, and this 1 star.
"I could justify the price If it worked properly. whoever designed this clearly didnt know what they were doing. if you need it to lock at 90° then dont buy it. the stupid lever for locking the head hits the ratchet head when it's near 90° both ways. absolutely useless."
This One Star review got past the "censors".
Bitratchets: I have had this bit ratchet for years:
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It was on sale last week for $18 I think. When I bought it was a bit less, but it’s been one of the best tool purchases I’ve ever made. I liked it so much my brother bought me a much nicer Wera, but while the Mastercraft is not as nice, it’s been incredibly useful and well worth owning.
So while I wouldn’t discourage anyone from getting the nicer version with the flex, if you’re on the fence then nothing wrong with opting for the basic version, either.
CTC reviews: I generally look for something written by someone that knows something. Really any comment about having actually used it. The thing that bugs me about them is that they don’t allow comments about price. I understand why, but I actually think they should have a field for price paid, because i might be very satisfied with a $10 pair of okay (not remarkable) pliers, but much less if I’d paid $30.
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It was on sale last week for $18 I think. When I bought it was a bit less, but it’s been one of the best tool purchases I’ve ever made. I liked it so much my brother bought me a much nicer Wera, but while the Mastercraft is not as nice, it’s been incredibly useful and well worth owning.
So while I wouldn’t discourage anyone from getting the nicer version with the flex, if you’re on the fence then nothing wrong with opting for the basic version, either.
CTC reviews: I generally look for something written by someone that knows something. Really any comment about having actually used it. The thing that bugs me about them is that they don’t allow comments about price. I understand why, but I actually think they should have a field for price paid, because i might be very satisfied with a $10 pair of okay (not remarkable) pliers, but much less if I’d paid $30.
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Gearwrench 84t 1/4" ratchet dropped to an all-time low: $21.55
No stock, but you can order and it will ship when Amazone restocks.
No stock, but you can order and it will ship when Amazone restocks.
scooby074
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Belt grinder attachment at PA. I have the multi tool version (original) and it’s one of my favourite tools. You’ll wonder how you put up with grinding on stone wheels and the ol “ angle grinder held upside down on the workbench trick” so long
Something I always wanted. Wonder how the PA compares to the OG Multitool??
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Couple of bits and pieces on sale in this week's flyer but I've had my eye on this bit ratchet set for a while now. Folks in the states love their Icons, this doesn't have the 'T-Handle' functionality but I think it's the closest we can get. It's got great reviews (even though I hate CT's scummy practice of defaulting the review to 'highest rating first').
Now should I buy a set for home and a set for work right away, or just one set to see how I like it?
There's also a bonus points offer: "20x on Maximum Sockets, Wrenches, Tools, Storage and Accessories"
Speaking of Bitratchets -
Was in Rona yesterday, and reminded of this thread. They now carry Wiha Bitratchets, and it looked like the price had been reduced to $40 (I think it had been $45). I’d consider $40 to be a decent buy for a nicer version where the minimum viable option is $20ish.
It looked very comparable to Wera, and came in a very nice compact metal case with a good assortment of Wiha blue bits. The package said made in Vietnam. If I didn’t already have a Wera I think I’d be buying one.
They also have a basic selection of Wiha blue impact bits. I haven’t tried those, but given how poor a lot of bits on the market are, I’m glad to see them. Packages also said Vietnam, and I’m always nervous of companies trying to adjust where they fit in the market, but given good experiences with Wiha precision products I’d give them the benefit of the doubt. If anyone buys some I’d be curious to hear what you think.
Was in Rona yesterday, and reminded of this thread. They now carry Wiha Bitratchets, and it looked like the price had been reduced to $40 (I think it had been $45). I’d consider $40 to be a decent buy for a nicer version where the minimum viable option is $20ish.
It looked very comparable to Wera, and came in a very nice compact metal case with a good assortment of Wiha blue bits. The package said made in Vietnam. If I didn’t already have a Wera I think I’d be buying one.
They also have a basic selection of Wiha blue impact bits. I haven’t tried those, but given how poor a lot of bits on the market are, I’m glad to see them. Packages also said Vietnam, and I’m always nervous of companies trying to adjust where they fit in the market, but given good experiences with Wiha precision products I’d give them the benefit of the doubt. If anyone buys some I’d be curious to hear what you think.
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Canadian Tire has 120 v welders on sale.
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Anyone used either of these for autobody?
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Anyone used either of these for autobody?
Miss the Pontiacs
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I do appreciate all the heads up and potential savings. I wouldn't buy any of those that cannot be easily converted to gas. I was a guinea pig on their earlier offering. It was a POS until gas was added.Canadian Tire has 120 v welders on sale.
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I did a lot of bodywork with my dad’s 110 Lincoln with fluxcore wire, very similar unit to these.Canadian Tire has 120 v welders on sale.
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Anyone used either of these for autobody?
It sucked. There want enough heat and wire control, and i spent as much time cleaning up welds as I did welding.
I have a Lincoln 140 from Canadian Tire with a bottle and it makes bodywork enjoyable.
I'll agree with others' comments.Canadian Tire has 120 v welders on sale.
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Anyone used either of these for autobody?
For autobody, you'll want a real MIG welder. Flux core, especially if you're just learning to weld, is going to ****. Flux core will be limited to using 0.030 wire at the smallest, and it's going to be very difficult to make welds on 20 ga automotive sheet metal. Lap joints might be doable, but **** joints are going to be very challenging. Not saying it can't be done, but learning curve will be steep and you could get very frustrated. You can probably find a decent used Lincoln MIG Pak or Hobart welder online for about the same what you'd pay for either of these on sale.
And in typical CT fashion, their regular prices are a joke. 50% off and they start to be closer to what you really should be paying for some of their stuff. Both of those machines are going to be off-shore built and of similar quality to what you can get at Princess Auto or Amazon.
I have an "Arcweld" (defunct Lincoln subsidiary) flux core welder that looks VERY similar to the second one you linked to despite being ~20 years old. Controls seem identical, even if the shell is a different color and the plastic a slightly different shape.
Much like lilredex, I struggle with it. I've achieved "acceptable" results on autobody panels, but only after experimenting with wire size, speed settings and technique a lot. I'm no expert though. I use the high setting and spot weld my way around a panel to avoid burning holes or warping the panel too much. After overlapping enough spots, I grind away the high spots and no one is the wiser.
Basically I don't think I would recommend it, but it works nonetheless. An auto darkening helmet proved invaluable to me. That way you can do a spot and see where next to reposition without having to raise and lower your lid.
I would agree with the others - I’ve tried .030” flux core on thin materials. It ain’t any good for that.
Autobody sheet metal is thin. Flux core wire tends to run hotter than gas shielded solid wire. .023” solid is the right stuff to use. You might be able to do tacks using .030” flux core, but autobody is also paint critical, and tacks, excess heat, and flux would not be your friends for painting.
For welders, I don’t think Mastercraft would even be a budget choice. Used, or there is occasionally factory refurb Hobart machines available for a good price. Or there’s one or two brands of cheap welders that get good reviews in the main forum. But to be honest, buying or leasing a gas cylinder will mean a lot higher budget than for those two machines. If you can’t swing a fair bit bigger budget, I’d maybe think of taking a welding course at a high school, and try making friends with someone who has a gas machine.
Autobody sheet metal is thin. Flux core wire tends to run hotter than gas shielded solid wire. .023” solid is the right stuff to use. You might be able to do tacks using .030” flux core, but autobody is also paint critical, and tacks, excess heat, and flux would not be your friends for painting.
For welders, I don’t think Mastercraft would even be a budget choice. Used, or there is occasionally factory refurb Hobart machines available for a good price. Or there’s one or two brands of cheap welders that get good reviews in the main forum. But to be honest, buying or leasing a gas cylinder will mean a lot higher budget than for those two machines. If you can’t swing a fair bit bigger budget, I’d maybe think of taking a welding course at a high school, and try making friends with someone who has a gas machine.
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also, FWIW - I have a rule of thumb. If it’s a hand tool, Mastercraft is usually okay. If it’s an air tool it will work, but something from Princess will be better. If it has a power cord or battery, it will work but better to buy a brand name tool
PlanB
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If it ain't in the flyer, don't buy it from the Tire
Update to my comments on the Wiha bit ratchet -
Working with my brother this weekend I got a chance to use his new Wiha:
- the ratchet has a couple of differences to Wera. The smooth top I think I prefer for holding your finger against. And the lever is quite a bit larger, and more resistant to accidental bumping.
- extension is not magnetic, but requires pulling the collar back to install or uninstall bits. The collar spins nicely if that’s where you’re holding. I think I’d give it a slight edge to the Wera rapidaptor.
- the box is a very nice feeling matte finish. Bits fit in with the right degree of retention. And the case is a perfect palm / pocket size.
The only “flaw” I could see is that it doesn’t include any slotted bits. Great little set. And a great gift idea.
Working with my brother this weekend I got a chance to use his new Wiha:
- the ratchet has a couple of differences to Wera. The smooth top I think I prefer for holding your finger against. And the lever is quite a bit larger, and more resistant to accidental bumping.
- extension is not magnetic, but requires pulling the collar back to install or uninstall bits. The collar spins nicely if that’s where you’re holding. I think I’d give it a slight edge to the Wera rapidaptor.
- the box is a very nice feeling matte finish. Bits fit in with the right degree of retention. And the case is a perfect palm / pocket size.
The only “flaw” I could see is that it doesn’t include any slotted bits. Great little set. And a great gift idea.
(I don’t need more pliers… I don’t need more pliers… I don’t need more pliers….)
This is more relevant to you if you are interested in great pliers for a good price, as opposed to good pliers for a great price…
KMS has some good deals on Knipex Cobras this month. $45 for 250mm. $60 for 300mm. Pack of 3 (180, 250 and 300mm) for $130 ($120 until Saturday). Free shipping over $100.
(I don’t need more pliers… I don’t need more pliers… I don’t need more pliers….)
This is more relevant to you if you are interested in great pliers for a good price, as opposed to good pliers for a great price…
KMS has some good deals on Knipex Cobras this month. $45 for 250mm. $60 for 300mm. Pack of 3 (180, 250 and 300mm) for $130 ($120 until Saturday). Free shipping over $100.
(I don’t need more pliers… I don’t need more pliers… I don’t need more pliers….)
Proto hammer/ratchet tether on clearance now for $4
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Some Canadian Tire stores start to clear out the full polished and chrome wrench set (Metric 058-8546, SAE 058-8547) for $24.93-44.93. The metric set skips 9mm (occasional for bicycles), 16mm (5/8" from the SAE set), 20mm (useless anyway) and 21mm (13/16" from the SAE set), but includes 22mm and 24mm. These are on clearance probably due to being replaced by new SKUs - I saw a new metric set with no skipping from 6mm to 19mm, and it has the compact wrench holder resembling the one paired with the old professional series wrench sets.
In Quebec, the stores in St-Laurent and Hull both have them listed at $24.93. I went to a nearby store that had plenty of stock at the "regular" price, and walked out with two metric sets with a price match.
My impression of these wrenches over the years is that, there are a few that come with manufacturing defect such as being bent and having defected close end, particularly the smaller ones. But those that do not have a defect hold well for pro-am use. The open end looks like that of a Stanley wrench. Canadian Tire probably have a contract with SBD to supply re-branded Stanley.
In Quebec, the stores in St-Laurent and Hull both have them listed at $24.93. I went to a nearby store that had plenty of stock at the "regular" price, and walked out with two metric sets with a price match.
My impression of these wrenches over the years is that, there are a few that come with manufacturing defect such as being bent and having defected close end, particularly the smaller ones. But those that do not have a defect hold well for pro-am use. The open end looks like that of a Stanley wrench. Canadian Tire probably have a contract with SBD to supply re-branded Stanley.
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Special buy on two gearless palm drivers at Lee Valley - $20.
I'm trying to decide if I need such a thing. Probably not, but....
I have a palm driver, I also have various finger drivers. I have many bit drivers...but I don't have a gearless palm driver.
I'm trying to decide if I need such a thing. Probably not, but....
I have a palm driver, I also have various finger drivers. I have many bit drivers...but I don't have a gearless palm driver.
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A strong reason that you "need" a gearless palm driver is precisely what you said, that you "don't have" one . Feel free to show this reply to your wife to justify the purchase.
Joke aside, I like how you can insert a 1/4 bit and convert it into a palm screwdriver. Makes me to feel that I spent too much on the Williams palm drivers.
Joke aside, I like how you can insert a 1/4 bit and convert it into a palm screwdriver. Makes me to feel that I spent too much on the Williams palm drivers.
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On sale for $80. Anyone tried one? I hate the ones where you stack the tires on top of each other but this one is a game changer in that it’s designed to be put in its side so you can roll the tires in/out.
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I just finished a brake job where the rear calipers had a bolt that didn’t have clearance for a 1/2” drive socket and I had to play around with several ratchets to find one that fit and was long enough to break it loose.
Thanks to all of you that pointed out and recommended the Powerfist (Tone) long flex ratchet. It felt a little unnecessary when I bought it, but I was quite glad to have it.
Thanks to all of you that pointed out and recommended the Powerfist (Tone) long flex ratchet. It felt a little unnecessary when I bought it, but I was quite glad to have it.
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RyanE
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I recently put through a PAuto order (save $20 on shipping with orders over $99) and included a few of these T27 Torx screwdrivers. They also have a few other sizes. I've been looking for T27 locally with no luck as it seems to be an oddball size. Unless you have a bunch of Stihl chainsaws, which I do!
Anyway, the image "looked" like Craftsman screwdrivers. So I took a gamble and ordered a few, along with the other sizes. Can't go wrong for $1-3 CAD each.
They arrived today and are indeed, Made in USA Western Forge! Sure, not the best quality but for the price, a good deal.
Anyway, the image "looked" like Craftsman screwdrivers. So I took a gamble and ordered a few, along with the other sizes. Can't go wrong for $1-3 CAD each.
They arrived today and are indeed, Made in USA Western Forge! Sure, not the best quality but for the price, a good deal.
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Lots of T27 on Skidoo / Canam as well its probably my most used size
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Home Depot is clearing out the Husky 12V 3/8 cordless ratchet. The sale price is $50. The down side is that it has a built-in battery so the cost to replace the battery can be prohibitive. But it beats the no name cordless ratchets at this price point.
In the Montreal area, the St-Henri store and the St-Jean stores have them in stock.
In the Montreal area, the St-Henri store and the St-Jean stores have them in stock.
Awesome. I'm getting one.
I like how that one explicitly allows manual tightening (and beyond what I'd be likely to try). It's not that you can't with the other brands, but lots of them don't say so (presumably so when it breaks, it's on you).
Internal battery doesn't seem so bad when it's priced like a battery pack.
scooby074
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PA has floordry in the upcoming sale flyer starting Tues. I got it for less than sale price today . Girl asked me how much it was in the new flyer, I said $13 off the top of my head, turns out it was $13.99. Yes, PA is going to really miss that $0.99. Not like they dont make it off me anyways lol.
. Girl asked me how much it was in the new flyer, I said $13 off the top of my head, turns out it was $13.99. Yes, PA is going to really miss that $0.99. Not like they dont make it off me anyways lol.
This is your ~30 minute Veritas Seconds sale warning.
Sometimes they have discounted gift cards in these sales along with time-limited special buys. I always check this time of year because I find Lee Valley to be a good place to find Christmas presents. I might as well save a few bucks with a discount gift card. Not promising they will be included in this sale though - sometimes they're there, other times they're not.
Usually the jack and palm planes sell out first.
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Edit: Dammit. The only thing I wanted (the miniature router plane - I thought it might help when making custom knife scales) sold out before I could check out. They must not have had many. No gift cards this time around either.
Sometimes they have discounted gift cards in these sales along with time-limited special buys. I always check this time of year because I find Lee Valley to be a good place to find Christmas presents. I might as well save a few bucks with a discount gift card. Not promising they will be included in this sale though - sometimes they're there, other times they're not.
Usually the jack and palm planes sell out first.
Seconds Sale
Edit: Dammit. The only thing I wanted (the miniature router plane - I thought it might help when making custom knife scales) sold out before I could check out. They must not have had many. No gift cards this time around either.
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PhantomEB
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I sure need to get a bag or two. Floor drains only will help around the Daily driver side.PA has floordry in the upcoming sale flyer starting Tues. I got it for less than sale price today
Holiday specials are starting up at Home Depot. Here's a couple deals I thought were notable:
Buy this for $198 and get a free tool:
One of the free tool options is this impact driver:
That's one of Dewalt's top-tier brushless 3 speed impact drivers - the really low-profile one.
Frankly it's a "good" deal at $129, or for $198 with the 5ah starter kit - but if you have batteries already, then returning just the starter kit after purchase should get you that impact as a bare tool for about $80! That seems nuts. I'm tempted - and I absolutely do not need another impact driver.
I also like these aluminum squares from Milwaukee - and $20 seems like a heck of a price.
I think the "gift center" is still in a transitional state though and some items will get cheaper as the season progresses. E.g. I saw the 2.0ah M12 battery packs are $88 each - I picked one up last year for $29.
Buy this for $198 and get a free tool:
One of the free tool options is this impact driver:
That's one of Dewalt's top-tier brushless 3 speed impact drivers - the really low-profile one.
Frankly it's a "good" deal at $129, or for $198 with the 5ah starter kit - but if you have batteries already, then returning just the starter kit after purchase should get you that impact as a bare tool for about $80! That seems nuts. I'm tempted - and I absolutely do not need another impact driver.
I also like these aluminum squares from Milwaukee - and $20 seems like a heck of a price.
I think the "gift center" is still in a transitional state though and some items will get cheaper as the season progresses. E.g. I saw the 2.0ah M12 battery packs are $88 each - I picked one up last year for $29.
This seems novel. Simple, but novel. The "Thread Wizard". The Metric version is $26.71 on Amazon, which appears to be a very good price compared to what it sells for in the USA (SAE is closer to $50 unfortunately).
It's really just a wire wheel mounted in a box with holes through it. You could probably DIY something similar. Nevertheless, the idea seems useful to me and it wasn't too much - so I ordered one to try out.
I also don't understand what makes one SAE and the other Metric - there's no threads, just wire. Seems like one would work for both sizes (unless the hole diameters don't work out for some reason...).
It's really just a wire wheel mounted in a box with holes through it. You could probably DIY something similar. Nevertheless, the idea seems useful to me and it wasn't too much - so I ordered one to try out.
I also don't understand what makes one SAE and the other Metric - there's no threads, just wire. Seems like one would work for both sizes (unless the hole diameters don't work out for some reason...).
This seems like a pretty good deal for ratcheting combination wrenches: 16pc Gearwrench Metric set with tray. At $95, Amazon says it's 50% off. This is a broader size selection than you get from Maximum - and no skips (at least until you get to 23mm).
I prefer reversible ratcheting wrenches myself, but maybe I'm picky.
I prefer reversible ratcheting wrenches myself, but maybe I'm picky.
