Let's See Your Recent eBay Purchases!

[Moose-LandTran]

Since we've got a Let's See Your Toolbox thread, and we're all on the subject of eBay at the moment, Why not see what everyone's been buying off evilBay?

I'm sure i'm not the only one who wants to see!

Snap-on 8-Piece Black/Industrial Screwdriver set. Been waiting ages for one of these to turn up!

Snap-on 8-Piece Red/Long Shank Screwdriver set, I like to mix/match handle colours!

4 Short/Thumb Snap-on Screwdrivers. I think those thumb ones will be handy!

Snap-on Orange Handled Screwdrivers. I love the orange handles, you can never have too many.

Snap-on Point Adjusting Flexible Driver. Bought it to adjust K-Jetronic systems on VW-Audi cars.

Snap-on Orange 1/4" Spinner Handle. I already got a black one, wanted an orange one!

Snap-on Red Brake Shoe Retaining Spring Cap Tool. Handy as hell, never seen a red one before. it'll look good in the box.

Snap-on/Mac Screwdrivers, Hooks & Picks. Only wanted the Hooks and Picks. the Mac stuff may go into the classified. Don't really want it.

Snap-on 24" Hard Handle Breaker Bar. I already got a plain handle one, and an orange handle one. This will get a ratchet head on the end, so i have a 24" flex head ratchet with the hard handle.

Snap-on 13mm Distributor Wrench. This'll be used for early VWs and for Turbochargers.

Snap on 5/8 "Boxocket". Made For 40s Olds/Pontiac Starters. Will be Used for Turbochargers and such.

Snap-on 10mm Torque Adapter or Lock Nut Wrench. Not really sure, it'll come in handy sometime!

Blue Point 17.3mm Octagon Wrech. Apparently for BMW valve adjustment. I have no idea if i'll ever used it. Looked cool, went cheap.

Snap-on Brake Shoe Retaining Spring Cap Flip Socket. Yeah, i got the other one, but this does TWO sizes!

Snap-on FV8 Universal Joint. Shorter than the FU80B, good for tight spots.

Snap-on 17mm Oxygen Sensor Socket. Not made anymore, wanted to get one while i could. It'll seldom get used, but good to have anyway.

Snap-on 1/2" Door Wrench. For GM doors, apparently. Again, bought for turbocharger nuts.

Snap-on Tie Rod Adjusting Tools. I wanted them. I'll probably hardly use them this side of the pond, but they were cheap.

Snap-on Tie Road Adjusting Tool. The one that wasn't in the previous auction. Bought cheap too! This is for commercial trucks, as you can see from the size!

So, c'mon, Guys. Show us your buys!!!

 

[eschoendorff]

Dude, you are an ebay *****!

Seriously, those black Snap On screwdrivers look sinister. Super nice...

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Dude, you are an ebay *****!

Oh yeah, there's a lot more i bought recently. Just don't have pics yet! I will soon!

Seriously, those black Snap On screwdrivers look sinister. Super nice...

Thanks.

For some reason they're not very popular. I really like them, more than chrome shanks. They don't turn up often, so when i came accross these, almost new, in the UK, i knew they had to be mine. Now they are!

 

[cb450r]

Damn! I'm jealous, You got a nice haul.

 

[bchee]

you and your exchange rate both ****

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Damn! I'm jealous, You got a nice haul.

you and your exchange rate both ****

Your jealousy makes me happy.

 

[mulepackin]

Not a tool in the usual sense, but still very much an important addition to the shop. Guess what kind of veh. our dtr. bought for college?

 

[Brandon_Lutz]

Here is mine: 1/4 Armstrong Eliminator standard unit set.

Found a half inch set for sell on Ebay for roughly 40 bucks lower than retail. Waiting to see if it goes up. If it does not, I'll try to get it as well as I ran into a situation the other day that it would've been handy in.

 

[speed bump]

Those all Black screwdrivers are pretty, I think I need to find a set of them.

As far as my own Ebay purchases last thing I bought was a bunch of Proto and Challenger wrenches 20+ for about $38 in November. Pretty good haul as it included a 22mm, 24mm, and 30mm all of which I figured I would never need but actually used when I changed the CV boot and Timing belt two weeks later.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Pass-Through sockets?

Looks like a cool set, use it a lot?

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Those all Black screwdrivers are pretty, I think I need to find a set of them.

Next time i come accross a set, i'll shoot you a PM. Dunno why they're not very popular. The finish doesn't wear off either, it really does last.

As far as my own Ebay purchases last thing I bought was a bunch of Proto and Challenger wrenches 20+ for about $38 in November. Pretty good haul as it included a 22mm, 24mm, and 30mm all of which I figured I would never need but actually used when I changed the CV boot and Timing belt two weeks later.

Wow, that's a steal! less than $2/wrench and up to the big sizes!

Got any pics? I like the look of Challenger wrenches.

 

[rsanter]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=380033726378&ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT&ih=025

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...RK:MERFB:IID&viewitem=&item=310054348968&rd=1

just a couple of things

bob

 

[speed bump]

Next time i come accross a set, i'll shoot you a PM. Dunno why they're not very popular. The finish doesn't wear off either, it really does last.



Wow, that's a steal! less than $2/wrench and up to the big sizes!

Got any pics? I like the look of Challenger wrenches.

The black is nice becuase unlike the chrome it doesn't chip which makes them good for working in industrial settings. Also on wrenches is nice becuase it makes them slightly grippier.

I'm headed to bed at them moment but i'll try to take some pictures for you tommorow evening.

 

[Brandon_Lutz]

Pass-Through sockets?

Looks like a cool set, use it a lot?

Yep and already used it. Lots of things around the farm where access is tight. If I had the half inch set, I'd probably use it more than my regular ratchet or ratcheting combos. Hopefully I can pick up a 1/2 Eliminator set this weekend.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Yep and already used it. Lots of things around the farm where access is tight. If I had the half inch set, I'd probably use it more than my regular ratchet or ratcheting combos. Hopefully I can pick up a 1/2 Eliminator set this weekend.

That's a very nice set you have there.

I was thinking about getting a 1/2" equivalent set for shock absorber strut nuts. Bought some open-side sockets though.

Latest purchase:

Snap-on brake Shoe Tools. Bought this for fitting belts though, never needed a tool like this for shoes. Even when doing big commercials.

$8

 

[CatfishXpress]

My best deal recently was an 8 piece set of Snap On screwdrivers (new in package).
$55 shipping included, nobody else even bid on them. (Snap On website lists them at $123.25)

Other recent purchases include, Snap On long handle needle nose pliers, Proto 3/8" drive spin flex ratchet, Channel Lock micro champ needle nose pliers, and Blue Point hose clamp pliers.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Awesome deal on the screwdrivers! Are they hard or soft grip?

I like that ratchet, very nice. The tube is cool too!
And those pliers are very nice too, i haven't seen Snap-ons without red handles. Looks like a god haul!

 

[CatfishXpress]

The screwdrivers are soft grip, I have been shopping for hard grip, but at that price I can live with the soft grip.

 

[eschoendorff]

The screwdrivers are soft grip, I have been shopping for hard grip, but at that price I can live with the soft grip.

I think you'll like them. Mine work for me just fine.

 

[CatfishXpress]

I was thinking the hard grip wouldn't hold grease and dirt as bad.

 

[krusty the clown]

the 10mm tourqe adapter is acually a wrench for early ****** timing belt tensioners.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Ahh, interesting.

I'll find a use for it. I can't remember what i paid, but it may be a lifesaver one day.

 

[Mr_fixit]

The black screwdrivers, or any black tool is easier to lose than a brighter colored one.

 

[billymade]

Damn, that is a good deal on those screwdrivers! I was watching a set that went for OVER retail; it sold to a guy from Australia!!! AHHH, these exchange rates are sucking for us YANKS!!!! LOL!!!

 

[Moose-LandTran]

The black screwdrivers, or any black tool is easier to lose than a brighter colored one.

I've never lost any of my tools. I know what i have and everything has a place. So if anything's missing i see straight away. Also, i use a tool cart with a tray on the side, so if the tool isn't in my hand it's in the tray. So i don't lose anything.

Damn, that is a good deal on those screwdrivers! I was watching a set that went for OVER retail; it sold to a guy from Australia!!! AHHH, these exchange rates are sucking for us YANKS!!!! LOL!!!

Snap-on is far more expensive in Australia, probably cost him a lot less than AU retail.

 

[Merkava_4]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...ame=STRK:MEWAX:IT&viewitem=&item=120269845227

I just won this wrench tonight; I have no idea what kind of shape it's in though. These wrenches are scarce on eBay and I need one for the lines that go to the master cylinder. I had a chance to bid on some new ones back in December, but I waited too long and missed out on them. I kept thinking there'd be some more; and there was, but the seller eventually sold out of them. This is the first time I've ever bought a used tool; it's kind of scary.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

I like Elora Flar Nut Wrenches. They're a very tight fit, and if you round a fitting with an Elora wrench, you'd round it with a Snap-on. Most attactive thing about them to me was the quality and price.

I love them.

This is the first time I've ever bought a used tool; it's kind of scary.

You'll soon find how addictive it is. I've got two 3-piece sets of Orange handled ratchets. One set is new and pristine, one is used, worn and marked. I get so pissed when i damage mark a new tool, that sometimes i buy used ones so they're already a little worn and i don't get pissed. Other than that, it's the price that does it for me!

 

[billymade]

Well, a new one is $36.75; so you have definitely saved some dough! The currently shipping model is a "B" revision here: http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item...9&group_ID=570&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog
Personally, I am a cheap skate so pretty much all my Snap-On tools are used and I kinda like the "pre-worn" look! Its kinda like a new pair of tennis shoes; that first dirty mark hurts, but with pre-worn that issue is already over! However, I do appreciate the beauty of your rollaway with all your shiny new tools!

 

[Rory Bellows]

Here's two recent purchases. Lufkin 1 1/2-8" inside micrometer for 36.00 shipped and a 8-32" Starrett inside mic $60.00/shipped. Enjoy!

 

[XtaC]

I just bought the 1/2" drive one, to go with my 3/8" drive one

 

[Merkava_4]

The currently shipping model is a "B" revision here:

What's the difference between revision A and revision B on those line wrenches?

 

[bigjon]

Arrived today! Purchased off eBay about a month ago but had to wait for my brother to send with my quarterly shipment of French's mustard. Too expensive to ship alone! It's the 11 piece metric & AF flare nut spanner set. Will never need the AF sizes but the price was too good to resist. Next on my eBay shopping list is some Hansen socket holders & a 3/8 flex head ratchet.

Cheers,
Jon

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Very nice.

I like the look of those SK flace nut wrenches, i would buy a set but i've already got some Eloras. Maybe i'll have to buy a set so i can have a toolbox at home and one at work..


More buys:

Snap-on Brake Shoe Retaining Spring Cap Tool. Medium size one, i want a complete set!

Snap-on Brake Shoe Retaining Spring Cap Tool. Large size on, now i have the complete set!

Snap-on 1/4" Spinner Handle. Yes, i have two arleady, an orange one and another black one. But this has a CAT logo, i just wanted it..

Watching more stuff, will post up later..

 

[AndrewHR]

Moose

Are you buying from Ebay USA and shipping over? Don't you get hammered on import duty if you do that?

 

[Moose-LandTran]

I buy a lot off eBay US, i've never paid import duty for anything i've bought from there. I get packages marked as gifts, and under a certain value you don't pay import duty.

My friend in Georgia has a lot of my stuff waiting to be shipped, it'll be sent in a few smaller packages marked as gifts. If i have it all sent as once and have it insured the value will be about $1,000-$1,500 and i'll get screwed on import duty. (about $250.)

 

[bigjon]

If i have it all sent as once and have it insured the value will be about $1,000-$1,500 and i'll get screwed on import duty. (about $250.)

Same here, if under AU$1k pay no duty/taxes, etc.

 

[justinmc]

Very nice.

I like the look of those SK flace nut wrenches, i would buy a set but i've already got some Eloras. Maybe i'll have to buy a set so i can have a toolbox at home and one at work..

I've got the S/O flare wrenches.. the SK's have always looked suprisingly close in fit/finish I kinda wondered how they stacked up. I just haven't been able to bring myself to buy another set of flare wrenches though.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

There's more..

Snap-on 1.5mm Ball-End Hex Driver. Going to buy the set when one turns up, this isn't included in the set and i paid like $10 for it.

In case you haven't already guessed it, i'm a big fan of the Snap-on hard handles!


Not tool-related, birthday present for a friend. Good deal, good shipping too. Need a North American power cord.

Oh, and i got some 3M Finesse-It car polish. Might have to buy myself a Ryobi polisher now. Damn, what a shame..

 

[cb450r]

Damn Moose Is there like some kind of E-Bayaholics support group or something you can attend I have only ever just looked and NEVER bought or sold on e-bay due to a fear of getting screwed! I have seen a plethora of items I would have loved to bid on though.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

I don't need a support group. I'm happy buying like this. All stuff i need for work.

well, sort of..

PayPal is your friend.

If they don't send it, you get your money back. Good buyer protection.

Of all the stuff i've bought off eBay, which is a lot, i've only ever had one problem. Which was a seller shipping something to the United States, instead of the United Kingdom. It turned up, just a couple weeks late. Feedback really is something good to go by, i always check it, i send messages about shipping and stuff when in doubt.

Not really a bad word to say about it. It's always worked well for me.