Gimmicks...
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dodge610
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I have one just havent had the need to use it yet. I am sure the need will arise then we will see.
aka Larry
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All I know is they (Oscillating Tools) are not created equal. I bought a $20 Worx model on Ebay and the oscillation was not limited to just the business end of the tool. I could hold it for about 30 seconds at a time before my hand said stop.
619DioFan
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Two that I have that come to mind are A) HF flex head ratchet that has a second flex joint in the middle of the handle. bought on a whim , has come in handy many times.
B) HF extra long needle nose vise grip style pliers ( they are around 15'' long ). have also come in on many occasions.
B) HF extra long needle nose vise grip style pliers ( they are around 15'' long ). have also come in on many occasions.
engineer2
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One of those telescoping sticks with a magnet and a light. Menards sometimes gives you one for your birthday. Pretty handy when you drop a 10 mm socket into the depths of a modern engine bay.
Telescoping 24-36" level. Bought it on a whim and it's very handy for headers, pre-hung door heads, and situations where you are between two objects..
Telescoping 24-36" level. Bought it on a whim and it's very handy for headers, pre-hung door heads, and situations where you are between two objects..
PelicanPines
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I have four oscillating tools... love them, hug them...
UV epoxy is my gimmick win. Check it out on YouTube
UV epoxy is my gimmick win. Check it out on YouTube
mobiledynamics
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oscillating tools are not new. indispensabile per your pic alludes. both during construction if not post construction in finished stuff
theoldwizard1
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Funny thing is, oscillating tools are almost an exact of an orthopedic "bone saw", just a lot larger ! Those have been around for a long, long time (air powered and water cooled).
Miss the Pontiacs
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I have 2 a Milwaukee and a corded Princess Auto Model. If this a gimmick bring on more 
consti2tion
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My oscillating tool has been invaluable, especially when I put the floors in my house, great for trimming up door stops and door trim. Just a fantastic tool that was money well spent, I just need to invest in a cordless one now.
Den69rs96
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I inherited one of these from my father in law. I had no idea what it was. I have the craftsman version so I googled the part number. Its a lawn mower blade removal tool. I tried it out on my push mower and it actually was pretty handy. Beats standing on block of wood holding the blade.
https://image.sportsmansguide.com/adimgs/l/1/178075_ts.jpg
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M_George
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I have a pair of Anti-Vibration Work Gloves, these will dampen most of the vibration and protect your hands.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003WT1Q1S/?tag=atomicindus08-20
WHAAAATTT? I've never yet had a blade that didn't fall off of its own weight (after removing the nut)
joe_padavano
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Isn't that just a cheezy gear puller?
pennsylvaniaboy
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I have 2 a Milwaukee and a corded Princess Auto Model. If this a gimmick bring on more
m18 or m12??
Miss the Pontiacs
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M12 the affliction took over after buying a Milwaukee cordless (lol) jacket. Since then I have bought 3 M12 Kits and a few side tools. Still have my Bosch for the larger applications.
For those questioning/wondering what the item is/does, it holds the blade in place while you remove the blade bolt.
Not a blade/gear puller, just a 'bracket' to keep the blade from spinning as you remove/install the blade bolt.
Still up to you to remove the rusted in place blade.
About $10 or so, well worth it. IMNSHO
And yes, it is WAY better than trying to jam a block of wood against the blade, hold that block in place, and then unbolt the blade bolt with your fourth hand. And then put the block on the 'other' side of the blade as you reinstall the blade bolt.
A 'good' OMT is also quite handy. It certainly makes certain tasks doable or more easily doable, compared to other possible methods and/or tools.
mobiledynamics
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As much as cordless has replaced many of my BIG cordered (super hawg, reciprocating (even my Hilti reciprocating), I have yet come across a oscillating that will replace the Fein. Luckily, the fein comes with a decent 15+ft cord on from the get go.
?? A mower blade holder would just slow me down. I use a ramp shaped piece of pressure treated wood that does not need held down. It's maybe 10" long and 3.5" wide on one end and tapers to almost nothing on the other end. Granted my mower deck has straight side areas on it, I could see the wood block being ineffective with deck sides that only have curved areas.
Miss the Pontiacs
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They really do
pelletman
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I have the Kimball Midwest version of the Metrinch sockets 3/8 deep. Pricey at $180 per set but I love them. I am pretty sure I didn't pay anywhere near that and I am sure the resale value is close to nothing.
https://www.kimballmidwest.com/All-...nches-Sockets-and-Accessories/Sockets/841355/
IndyGarage
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Jawhorse - One of the best tools invented in the last 20 years.
like2wheel
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Step drill
That reminds me. I have a set somewhere I've never used. duh
Den69rs96
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I thought the same thing. Then I used it. My mower has baffles all around for mulching so it makes wedging anything more difficult. Its much faster using this tool and when its time to reinstall the blade, its already in position because it doesn't need to be removed.
kelpaso1
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For those questioning/wondering what the item is/does, it holds the blade in place while you remove the blade bolt.
Not a blade/gear puller, just a 'bracket' to keep the blade from spinning as you remove/install the blade bolt.
Still up to you to remove the rusted in place blade.
About $10 or so, well worth it. IMNSHO
And yes, it is WAY better than trying to jam a block of wood against the blade, hold that block in place, and then unbolt the blade bolt with your fourth hand. And then put the block on the 'other' side of the blade as you reinstall the blade bolt.
A 'good' OMT is also quite handy. It certainly makes certain tasks doable or more easily doable, compared to other possible methods and/or tools.
An impact gun makes that "tool" useless and un-needed.
One of the most common used tools I have, I also have the ones which I think are intended to grip hoses.
I use an old oven mitt to grab the blade to remove the bolt, I felt like a genius when I first did it.
like2wheel
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Did you read the very first line of this thread?
For those questioning/wondering what the item is/does, it holds the blade in place while you remove the blade bolt.
Not a blade/gear puller, just a 'bracket' to keep the blade from spinning as you remove/install the blade bolt.
Still up to you to remove the rusted in place blade.
About $10 or so, well worth it. IMNSHO
And yes, it is WAY better than trying to jam a block of wood against the blade, hold that block in place, and then unbolt the blade bolt with your fourth hand. And then put the block on the 'other' side of the blade as you reinstall the blade bolt.
A 'good' OMT is also quite handy. It certainly makes certain tasks doable or more easily doable, compared to other possible methods and/or tools.
Impact wrench my dear friend...hold blade steady with a gloved hand, brt brt and off.
Gimmick tool....Lisle Exhaust Hanger Pliers. I will never do another exhaust without them.
A blower like this came with the very first cordless tool set I bought:
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At first I thought it was useless filler, like the 275 hex keys that come in 300-piece tool sets, but I was wrong: years later I still use it all the time. Very handy if you don't have access to compressed air!
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At first I thought it was useless filler, like the 275 hex keys that come in 300-piece tool sets, but I was wrong: years later I still use it all the time. Very handy if you don't have access to compressed air!
ezover
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The thread is about gimmicks, whether someone feels they are useful or not.
I wonder how many were sold?
got one, tried it a few times it works. good if all you have is a manual ratchet or wrench.
sparky 1971
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I have two. I bought one for work that I leave on jobsites. I used it at home often enough that I bought another to keep in the shop.
Of course, when I watched the 30 minute infomercial advertising the Jawhorse about 12 years ago, I thought "what a joke".
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Miss the Pontiacs
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That makes 2 for sure you and Den69rs96. If my FIL would have seen it he would have had one too.
I bought a set Of Greenlee Fibreglass pulling rods. My buddy liked to use a golf ball retrieving stick. Thought the rods were silly, until I fished a 2” conduit bend with the rods not having to untie the cable and and retie to a a fish tape. Also not having to fish the conduit to begin with.
He eventually went and bought a set. But it does take time for him to wrap his head around new innovations from the old school methods. Great guy just likes his routine.
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soloz2
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Jawhorse (I have the Craftsman version) and Jawstand.
I seriously thought about getting one of those blade holders after the first time I pulled the blades off my lawn tractor after the dealer used an impact to install them. I quickly realized an impact wrench and a gloves hand was easier than busting out my breaker bar.
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I seriously thought about getting one of those blade holders after the first time I pulled the blades off my lawn tractor after the dealer used an impact to install them. I quickly realized an impact wrench and a gloves hand was easier than busting out my breaker bar.
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