Good tools. which one does it for you!!
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Diesel-Mech
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global72
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That is a Montezuma ME300 It is made in Montezuma Kansas. It is available in red, black and white. There is also an Aluminum version available.
Everyone I have worked with that has gotten one has loved it.
It "pinches" your tools in place so no matter how rough the ride the next time you open it everything is right where you put it.
Everyone I have worked with that has gotten one has loved it.
It "pinches" your tools in place so no matter how rough the ride the next time you open it everything is right where you put it.
WSMC633
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I own a motorcycle shop so Yeah, I have a couple that make my work much quicker which equals more productive.
My Bosch 10.8v Impactor is awesome. it's great for running down bolts quickly, but it doesn't have a whole lot of power so I don't have to worry about over torquing. I can go back and toque properly by hand.
works great for removing small fasteners as well for teardown.
My 3/8" impact probably gets more use than anything. Great for tear downs. etc. also good for running down larger bolts etc. quickly. It does make enough torque to break a smaller fastener though. so Have to be a little more cautious.
my number 1 tool though is probably my Mac. It has all of the service manuals on it, parts diagrams, garage journal
and of course streams music all day looooong.
My Bosch 10.8v Impactor is awesome. it's great for running down bolts quickly, but it doesn't have a whole lot of power so I don't have to worry about over torquing. I can go back and toque properly by hand.
works great for removing small fasteners as well for teardown.
My 3/8" impact probably gets more use than anything. Great for tear downs. etc. also good for running down larger bolts etc. quickly. It does make enough torque to break a smaller fastener though. so Have to be a little more cautious.
my number 1 tool though is probably my Mac. It has all of the service manuals on it, parts diagrams, garage journal
and of course streams music all day looooong.goodfellow
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Having wrenched professionally in the old days, the modern flex head Gearwrench-type tools would have increased my output significantly. Wish they'd been around when I was making a living with my tools.
Stuey
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Streamlight Stylus Pro - I use it a few days a week, at work, on the road, and at home.
riley.m
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i do alot of tig welding.When i first started,auto darkening hoods were not widely available. i couldnt imagine using the older style now.
Nova72
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the otc tool to compress the rockers on a 3400 GM motor so i dont have to bust all the rockets loose, just lift and pull the push rods.
arkangel06
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i started off with autos then went to flip tops and never went back to auto since and have not missed it ive just gotten used to flipping at the right time
id have to say my home made nut plate bucking bars have done me well
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TheToolMan
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I think my snap-on 18v impact wrench is the best tool i have ever bought. Well forth the $550 i spent on it
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garfunkle24
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My Snap-on heel bars (ladyslippers to some). I turned many sets into noodles before i bought these. I actually have two sets for pulling off bearings etc and they make my life easier every single day. Others include:
1. My first (and subsequent) cordless impact wrench.
2. Ratchet wrenches
3. Streamlight Stylus
4. Knipex Cobras
1. My first (and subsequent) cordless impact wrench.
2. Ratchet wrenches
3. Streamlight Stylus
4. Knipex Cobras
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mangomadness
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Another great tool that I use all the time is my Surefire G2 LED flashlight. Worth every penny!!
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Yes, those IR titanium impacts are in a class by themselves. I GREAT purchase.
Bustawrench
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fatfillup
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No doubt about it for me it is my KNIPEX alligator and cobra pliers. I work on pressure washers and lots of plumbing fittings. You can't beat Knipex. Worn probably 6 pairs out. Also my mac and SO srewdrivers.
My Bosch 10.8V driver. Use it all the time when a full size 18V is tooo big...
Utility knives - never used them much before but once I had one I have bought 3 more and use them everywhere. I keep them stashed all over the house.
Rayovac flashlight - the one with the swivel head. I have 2 or three of these. At $8 a piece, this is one of the handiest tools I have since I can stand them up or lay them on side and point the head where I need light. Great for plumbing under a sink, doing electical work in a dark room (no power). Next thing I need is a headlamp.
Utility knives - never used them much before but once I had one I have bought 3 more and use them everywhere. I keep them stashed all over the house.
Rayovac flashlight - the one with the swivel head. I have 2 or three of these. At $8 a piece, this is one of the handiest tools I have since I can stand them up or lay them on side and point the head where I need light. Great for plumbing under a sink, doing electical work in a dark room (no power). Next thing I need is a headlamp.
jerk_chicken
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My Bondhus hexes get used all the time for frequent teardowns and inspections. I don't use most of my tools that much anymore, but every time I need them to bail me out, my Gearwrenches and Knipex Cobras are always a lifesaver.
Love my Armstrong ratchets too.
Love my Armstrong ratchets too.
mkdive
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I totally agree. Not many can justify spending the $$$ on a new light, I own 10+ Surefire lights. I have no problem saying they are worth every penny. Great ergonomics, light pattern is near flawless, lumen output on most SF lights are flat out blinding. Only downside is runtime...but I bought a set of rechargeable 123 batteries for all of mine that take them. Great lights IMHO.
FuriousGeorge
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I totally agree. Not many can justify spending the $$$ on a new light, I own 10+ Surefire lights. I have no problem saying they are worth every penny. Great ergonomics, light pattern is near flawless, lumen output on most SF lights are flat out blinding. Only downside is runtime...but I bought a set of rechargeable 123 batteries for all of mine that take them. Great lights IMHO.
My favorite is a standard G2 with a M60L module from Malkoff Devices. A little more expensive than a G2L, but brighter, longer lasting, better beam pattern, and can use rechargeables.
mkdive
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Great link, I have a couple of the surefire LED conversion. How "warm" of a light are those? runtime and lumen output sounds good. Thanks for the link!
FuriousGeorge
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I don't have the warm version, but I want to give one a try. The normal version is warmer than a lot of LED's I've seen. It's very white, not blue like the cheaper ones. The warm models are supposed to be a little closer to an incandescent yellow.
streamlight styus penlight , extremly bright and lasts forever
gear wrenches , why did it take sooo long for someone to design this??
the hose clamp removers have been mentioned , great design pricy but worth it when needed
dual piston brake piston retracting tool simple tool , but soo much better than a c-clamp use with 3/8 airgun quick and simple !
gear wrenches , why did it take sooo long for someone to design this??
the hose clamp removers have been mentioned , great design pricy but worth it when needed
dual piston brake piston retracting tool simple tool , but soo much better than a c-clamp use with 3/8 airgun quick and simple !
Stuey
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Do you know of any real-world tests that demonstrate the illumination difference between a standard G2L and one with that Malkoff drop-in?
GDA
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I seem to get tons of uses in all kinds of situations out of these tools:
1- SO Ratcheting screwdriver
2 - 24" 1/2 drive breaker bar
3 - Gearwrench flex head ratcheting combo wrenches
4 - set of radiator hose picks
1- SO Ratcheting screwdriver
2 - 24" 1/2 drive breaker bar
3 - Gearwrench flex head ratcheting combo wrenches
4 - set of radiator hose picks
FuriousGeorge
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Your best bet is http://www.candlepowerforums.com/. That's one ******** flashlight geek site. Lots of good stuff. If you search for Malkoff there is a lot of information. You can check out this thread for information on a bunch of different drop-in modules that will fit the Surefires.
zuspiel
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1. SO FX80
2. That Stanley knife Stuey reviewed
3. Wiha 30 bit XL selector set
4. Fenix P3D (toolbox) and L0D (key chain) flashlights
5. PB Swiss screw drivers (as if you couldn't have guessed
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2. That Stanley knife Stuey reviewed
3. Wiha 30 bit XL selector set
4. Fenix P3D (toolbox) and L0D (key chain) flashlights
5. PB Swiss screw drivers (as if you couldn't have guessed
)This is absolutely the best little tool. It will remove tie rod ends without tearing the boot at all. Ocasionally it will work on a drag link or ball joint as well.
It is Stahlwille 12616.
www.stahlwille.com
It is Stahlwille 12616.
www.stahlwille.com
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Frank Elson
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a bunch of sockets I have collected over the years and my old faithful 1/2 ratchet.
We all need the huge collections of tools we put together but I cannot conceive of not having sockets and ratchet.
We all need the huge collections of tools we put together but I cannot conceive of not having sockets and ratchet.
strizzy
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I would have to say the Bosch PS20, man that thing is handy and has plenty of juice to boot! Perfect for zipping of fasteners of any size (talking stainless for the most part).
If I had to choose a second, I would go with the K-Grip Siphon gun for spraying contact adhesive for carpet, man that is 5 times faster then my old method, found it for under $35 too! Super easy to clean, don't most of the time!