CL Find: 59pc CM Metric Tap& Die set

[cdeer001]

I found this set on the local CraigsList and scooped it up for $35.00.

It's PN# 9-52096. All the parts are there with a manufacturer's mark of VM and made in the USA. Not sure who this is. I'm doubting it is Danaher, ca. 1998 -??

I believe the Craftsman logo on the case puts it in the 70's. This particular set # didn't show up in the catalogs until 1975. So I'm assuming after 75 and before 80??

If anyone within the GJ Collective can narrow down the maker and possibly the years I would appreciate it.

Also, since this is my first tap & die set can anyone recommend what to put on it to keep it from rusting during infrequent use? Coat in 10w30, ATF, 3 in One, FluidFilm????

Regards,
Chris

 

[bob15]

I would use Fluid Film or LPS # 3 http://www.lpslabs.com/product-details/612

The oils you mentioned will run off and make a mess. Fluid film will ooze off , but not the extent of oil. LPS #3 is dries similar to cosmoline, but is easier to remove.

 

[larry4406]

Nice find. I saw that as well but passed as I don't have much use for metric.

 

[matt_i]

I've found that LPS-2 does a decent job of rustproofing. Its not quite the same "going into storage for 5 years" type of film you get with LPS-3 but it does impart some protection.

 

[woody 73]

This one has me a little stumped as they say darn if can find VM when I need it.


The Funny thing is a long time ago I must have come across it and because I post a lot; it must be in one of my older posts just not sure?

Anyhow op Vermont made a lot of taps & dies for craftsman back in the day.

Wish I was of more help to you.

 

[66HertzClone]

That looks familiar, I have the fractional set I bought in the late 70's and the Vermont American brand metric set I bought while working at an auto parts store. The Craftsman set is marked with the VM stamp.

 

[cdeer001]

All,

Thanks for the info. I pickup some Fluid Film locally so now my garage smells like lanolin.

woody 73 - Vermont Tap & Die Co. or Vermont American?

66HertzClone - nice set, that on next on my list.

Regards,
Chris

 

[TarheelMechanic]

Nice kit.
Just coat them in 3-1 oil from wally mart and don't loose any sleep over the type or Hype of oil others are spouting off to use

 

[xin]

I found this set on the local CraigsList and scooped it up for $35.00.

It's PN# 9-52096. All the parts are there with a manufacturer's mark of VM and made in the USA. Not sure who this is. I'm doubting it is Danaher, ca. 1998 -??

I believe the Craftsman logo on the case puts it in the 70's. This particular set # didn't show up in the catalogs until 1975. So I'm assuming after 75 and before 80??

If anyone within the GJ Collective can narrow down the maker and possibly the years I would appreciate it.

Also, since this is my first tap & die set can anyone recommend what to put on it to keep it from rusting during infrequent use? Coat in 10w30, ATF, 3 in One, FluidFilm????

Regards,
Chris

METRIC for the win!

 

[NUTTSGT]

Try looking at the reference card that came with it. A lot of times, printed material with have a copyright date on it. While it may not be exact, it should give you an approximate.