I have an addiction.

[SilverBulletZ06]

First time in my adult life with a garage. Prior to this I could only have the basics (basically a Costco Mastergrip mechanic set and a Husky tool bag along with a drill and driver set). All stuffed in my oil burner room.

In the past 6 months:
Gearwrench 1/4 set
Gearwrench 3/8 set
M12 drill/driver
M12 1/4 and 3/8 ratchets
M12 caulking gun
US General 52" toolbox
HF Braun light
HF socket organizers
HF screwdriver set
Tekton lug nut sockets
Zillareel retractable extension cord
Klein multimeter
Ridgid pancake compressor
Ridgid brad gun
Chicago electric 12" miter saw

Granted not top end but it's amazing being able to actually store and use this stuff.

 

[ARFLY]

Sounds cool. You are off to a good start, but that's not an addiction by garagejournal standards.

 

[mmason7764]

Addiction here too,

Welcome to the club.

 

[kelpaso1]

Jeez that's just the start of it. If you hang around here long enough it will cost you thousands. At least for me it did

 

[MTNSleder]

In the past 6 months:
Gearwrench 1/4 set
Gearwrench 3/8 set
M12 drill/driver
M12 1/4 and 3/8 ratchets
M12 caulking gun
US General 52" toolbox
HF Braun light
HF socket organizers
HF screwdriver set
Tekton lug nut sockets
Zillareel retractable extension cord
Klein multimeter
Ridgid pancake compressor
Ridgid brad gun
Chicago electric 12" miter saw

Granted not top end but it's amazing being able to actually store and use this stuff.

That's like one day for me

 

[jdoe213]

The first step is to admit you have an addiction. Good job.

 

[Chromdome35]

First time in my adult life with a garage. Prior to this I could only have the basics (basically a Costco Mastergrip mechanic set and a Husky tool bag along with a drill and driver set). All stuffed in my oil burner room.

In the past 6 months:
Gearwrench 1/4 set
Gearwrench 3/8 set
M12 drill/driver
M12 1/4 and 3/8 ratchets
M12 caulking gun
US General 52" toolbox
HF Braun light
HF socket organizers
HF screwdriver set
Tekton lug nut sockets
Zillareel retractable extension cord
Klein multimeter
Ridgid pancake compressor
Ridgid brad gun
Chicago electric 12" miter saw

Granted not top end but it's amazing being able to actually store and use this stuff.

Amateur

 

[crf450x]

A year from now you will think back about all the money you have spent and feel sick. Then to make yourself feel better you'll buy a new tool.

 

[Miss the Pontiacs]

First time in my adult life with a garage. Prior to this I could only have the basics (basically a Costco Mastergrip mechanic set and a Husky tool bag along with a drill and driver set). All stuffed in my oil burner room.

In the past 6 months:
Gearwrench 1/4 set
Gearwrench 3/8 set
M12 drill/driver
M12 1/4 and 3/8 ratchets
M12 caulking gun
US General 52" toolbox
HF Braun light
HF socket organizers
HF screwdriver set
Tekton lug nut sockets
Zillareel retractable extension cord
Klein multimeter
Ridgid pancake compressor
Ridgid brad gun
Chicago electric 12" miter saw

Granted not top end but it's amazing being able to actually store and use this stuff.

Good for you Silver. You have walked over the precipice just dump out your wallet and max your CCs on way down. There is no looking back now. Good Luck keep us posted on your future purchases.

 

[SilverBulletZ06]

A year from now you will think back about all the money you have spent and feel sick. Then to make yourself feel better you'll buy a new tool.

I have basically been buying what I know I will use or what I need to buy to do a project. We just moved in so things like buying a multimeter and a $25 part to fix a dryer when the service call alone was $100 is a no brainer. I'm sure my $75 in parts and tool would have easily been a $200 fix. Using my guns to put together the play set that was $700 to assemble on site or compressor for the molding work that would be $2-3 per foot for install, etc all pay for themselves. I farm out jobs I don't have the manpower to do (1200sqft of flooring and new stair/rail) but try to keep the manageable stuff to myself.

 

[Richard Cranium]

good for you, but in 6 months you will be looking for a bigger tool box, then you will want a bigger garage.

 

[marineman]

I have basically been buying what I know I will use or what I need to buy to do a project. We just moved in so things like buying a multimeter and a $25 part to fix a dryer when the service call alone was $100 is a no brainer. I'm sure my $75 in parts and tool would have easily been a $200 fix. Using my guns to put together the play set that was $700 to assemble on site or compressor for the molding work that would be $2-3 per foot for install, etc all pay for themselves. I farm out jobs I don't have the manpower to do (1200sqft of flooring and new stair/rail) but try to keep the manageable stuff to myself.

That's pretty much how I built out my tool set. I started with a basic set then as I had a project either on a car or in the house I would buy what I needed to get it done. I think over the years I've pretty much broken even on the cost of paying someone to do the job but I acquired a ton of cool tools and more importantly learned some useful skills. I keep telling myself on the next car and my next house I'll come out ahead by reusing all the tools I bought but it seems by then things change and I need new tools anyway.

 

[Empty Pockets]

good for you, but in 6 months you will be looking for a bigger tool box, then you will want a bigger garage.

Richard is right. Once the bug bites, there's no turning back

 

[nynexit]

I’m wondering if the OP has discovered HJE !


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[d.mcfarland]

Well on your way to having fun!

 

[jonshonda]

It is awesome buying new tools, and I strongly suggest buying on an "as needed" basis. Meaning, I have a project to do and don't have this tool, so I will hop online (GJ first of course) and do my research as to what people are using and reviews. Then search for the best deal, and then buy.

I have bought too many tools based on "good deals", but no requirement for them, and a fair amount of them sit in the tool chest unused. With that said, enjoy your new space. There are many opportunities to spend money!

 

[SilverBulletZ06]

i’m wondering if the op has discovered hje !


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hje?!

 

[HaroRider]

I have aquired close to $20k worth of tools over the last 10 years or so. Mostly because of garage journal, no addiction here though.

 

[redmondjp]

Given what you've told us so far, here's my advice: Whatever you do, don't join any of the John Deere garden tractor forums!

 

[ARFLY]

hje?!

Harry J Epstein out of Kansas City

 

[redmondjp]

hje?!

The first rule of HJE is: you do not talk about HJE.

 

[Miss the Pontiacs]

Where are you located. These guys would give you all the tool stores for a hundred mile radius.

 

[Miss the Pontiacs]

The first rule of HJE is: you do not talk about HJE.

If you want to find out more about HJE, you should PM Jeff Moss as he is the head Pubah for the HJE establishment. As Jeff is likely the only member according to the present generation at said establishment. This should all be off the record but check with Jeff.

 

[jd_1138]

Not an addiction, it's just acquiring needed tools. Having decent storage to where you can organize things well is a huge benefit. I was reminded of this today when I went over to a friend's house to repair his car. It took me 3 times the amount of time just due to having to search through my 3 portable boxes I brought for various tools. The dude has zero tools of his own and if he did they'd be scattered around.

 

[Miss the Pontiacs]

Not an addiction, it's just acquiring needed tools. Having decent storage to where you can organize things well is a huge benefit. I was reminded of this today when I went over to a friend's house to repair his car. It took me 3 times the amount of time just due to having to search through my 3 portable boxes I brought for various tools. The dude has zero tools of his own and if he did they'd be scattered around.

He needs one of these. Ackland’s Grainger had these Westward boxes on for $125 CDN not including taxes. I bought 2 May use them or give them to the kids. Will include pics. Also a Westward 300pc drill bit set for $55 which definitely find their way to the kids. I am kind of tired of going to my tool box and finding I have either lent the tool out or it is on a semipermanent borrow plan.

 

[GTO]

Check back with us in a year,when you have like 49 ratchets....

 

[bczygan]

First time in my adult life with a garage. Prior to this I could only have the basics (basically a Costco Mastergrip mechanic set and a Husky tool bag along with a drill and driver set). All stuffed in my oil burner room.

In the past 6 months:
Gearwrench 1/4 set
Gearwrench 3/8 set
M12 drill/driver
M12 1/4 and 3/8 ratchets
M12 caulking gun
US General 52" toolbox
HF Braun light
HF socket organizers
HF screwdriver set
Tekton lug nut sockets
Zillareel retractable extension cord
Klein multimeter
Ridgid pancake compressor
Ridgid brad gun
Chicago electric 12" miter saw

Granted not top end but it's amazing being able to actually store and use this stuff.

Very cool!

The link to my list is in my signature.

Photos of your garage?

Bill

 

[redmondjp]

Check back with us in a year,when you have like 49 ratchets....

Like I said earlier, better that (which will all fit in one toolbox drawer) than John Deere Garden tractors!

 

[ex-x-fire]

Hell, wait till you start hitting the swap meets & flea markets. You'll be putting together a Wright Super Wrench set from weekend finds in no time. Me, I was at a flea market a couple weekends ago, in shallow 3/8 drive, I bought a 9/16 Wright, and 2 Williams in 1/2and 3/8. All impact sockets for a dollar each. I couldn't let some else get 'em.

 

[SilverBulletZ06]

Next on the list is:
Storage shed.
Lawn tractor.
Wrench set (preferably ratcheting).

 

[Augus7us]

Now is the perfect time to start planning for what type of outbuilding you are going to need once the garage is out of space next year

Welcome to the addiction

-Clint

 

[SilverBulletZ06]

Now is the perfect time to start planning for what type of outbuilding you are going to need once the garage is out of space next year

Welcome to the addiction

-Clint

Long Island... outbuildings limit is 144sqft unless permitted. A 24x24 garage is around 3k a year in taxes. I am looking to extend my current garage another car length though.

 

[2oolhound]

Congrats! I know the feeling.

You have the right idea. Between how to videos on youtube and the availability of good tools you can save a bundle (easily transferred over to new tools) by doing your own repairs and it's far more fulfilling than watching tv.

 

[VocaTexas]

YOU have an addiction? This time last year I was looking for a lathe. Since then I have dragged home two lathes (one weighs in at over 6,000 lbs.), a metal shaper, a band saw, and four drill presses. Today I made a deal on a 14 1/2 inch Southbend and a Bridgeport mill. I'm afraid my wife might try to have me committed soon...

 

[Tallpilot]

I have aquired close to $20k worth of tools over the last 10 years or so. Mostly because of garage journal, no addiction here though.

Same here! Addicts go to meetings.

 

[marineman]

Same here! Addicts go to meetings.

I thought this was the meeting

 

[GRB]

You've just started on your addiction.
I have 9 roll around tool boxes. 4 6' high stacks of Festool/Tanos Systainers. 2 6' high stacks of Bosch/Sortimo Systainers. And today this followed me home. It is still sitting in the truck covered with a tarp until I drive to work in the morning and find enough space to unload it:

 

[jd_1138]

You've just started on your addiction.
I have 9 roll around tool boxes. 4 6' high stacks of Festool/Tanos Systainers. 2 6' high stacks of Bosch/Sortimo Systainers. And today this followed me home. It is still sitting in the truck covered with a tarp until I drive to work in the morning and find enough space to unload it:

We love Honda Ridgeline trucks on GJ. That's an awesome machine in the back. That was probably 40k new. What brand and type?

 

[Mikeske]

Given what you've told us so far, here's my advice: Whatever you do, don't join any of the John Deere garden tractor forums!

OH yeah and I have that as a 2nd addiction. I have limited myself to only a 2009 JD 2305 with a FEL, Backhoe and 62 Mid Mount Mower deck and my X590 Garden tractor with a 54" mower deck. Right at 29K in those two items alone.

 

[GRB]

We love Honda Ridgeline trucks on GJ. That's an awesome machine in the back. That was probably 40k new. What brand and type?

Harig (Bridgeport) 612 Ballway Surface Grinder with manual magnetic chuck. It is very nice condition but the company is mostly using digital readout machines with coolant so this one has had very little use for years. It is this machine:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/6-W-12-L-H...C-WIDER-BAS-/152965734436?hash=item239d77e024

The Honda has been great. That is my now one year old RTL-E while my 13 year old RTL get relegated to rougher use. 13 years as a shop truck didn't hurt it mechanically but it isn't pretty anymore. New one is smoother, quieter and gets way more gas mileage on freeway trips. Lost a ton of neat storage space inside though. Think the new one is a better car/truck while the old one is better truck/car. After filling the back with the grinder, the flip up back seat let me take a free 3 ton arbor press that I wouldn't have been able to load otherwise......

Going back tomorrow and they are giving me a three phase load center to replace the failing one at my shop so I can hook up the grinder. Now looking for a lathe and mill but basically have no money to spend at the moment.