Plomb tool picture thread - show your stuff!

[Smokeshow69]

I think that you better start looking for 1940 3/8” drive tools. In the 1940 catalog, that style box is only shown on the Challenger page. Check out the dates on the tools on my UK buddy’s set. His label was missing but he made a repro from mine.

Great info Don! Thanks for the help! I feel like if your buddy made more labels he could probably sell them to those who need them

 

[Smokeshow69]

Wife got me a plomb shirt I found on Etsy for Christmas . This is the back. Front has a much smaller same logo

 

[Outlawmws]

Got some as Xmas presents - Loving the Firestone Plvmb 1/4"

 

[Smokeshow69]

Ok I did a little research into the Challenger sets. Not present in the 39' catalogs but present in the '40. I don't have a 41' so I have no clue how long they lasted but you can see a bunch of sets were offered, which I think most of us already knew. I believe it is don who has that amazing logo 3/8 set ?

 

[Private Lugnutz]

Cool shirt.

More Challenger info from previous discussions...

Plomb tool picture thread - show your stuff!

My set came with all 1939 pieces. My ratchet was missing the detent when I found it and Catfish Dan generously provided another ‘39 ratchet that had the missing detent. I think the detents were only used in ‘39 and ‘40 on 3/8” and 1/2” drive ratchets. I don’t know about the 1/4” drive ratchets...

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Plomb tool picture thread - show your stuff!

Okay, so no interest in the classifieds on the Plomb tools, so they're getting a chance on ebay before they get dumped. I'm thinking putting them into 4 lots or so, the LA sockets, the rest of the sockets and drive tools, the wrenches, the screwdrivers, and trash the speeders and chisels. I...

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[Oldtuleguy]

I think 39 40 tools are ok for those sets. It's interesting that yours is red. Others I have seen have been green.

 

[d42jeep]

I was somewhat surprised that my UK buddy’s set was red as well, but it’s hard to argue when looking at the dates on those tools. Plomb wasn’t exactly consistent with their boxes. Some boxes were still marked with round Os way after the markings on the tools and the stickers inside the boxes had changed to PL∇MB. I think they used up whatever boxes they had sitting on their shelves no matter the color.
-Don

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Perhaps they just ran out of green paint that day!

 

[Smokeshow69]

Yeah the red painted ones are not as common for sure. I agree with the comments above. Plomb was a big fan of the last in/first out inventory control pattern for sure!
Lugz- thanks for the links

OTG- they probably did run out of green paint that day

 

[RubiconJK]

Yeah the red painted ones are not as common for sure. I agree with the comments above. Plomb was a big fan of the last in/first out inventory control pattern for sure!
Lugz- thanks for the links

OTG- they probably did run out of green paint that day

Here is a link to a post about my Challenger set which is also red.

Plomb tool picture thread - show your stuff!

5450 long 1/2” pebble rat to add. It was nice to replace its random hardware with two correct screws. I love those long handled ratchets. I am still looking for the LA version yet.Been sorting all the extras into brand groups, here are my Plomb. Sent from my SM-G973U using The Garage...

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[Smokeshow69]

Here is a link to a post about my Challenger set which is also red.

Plomb tool picture thread - show your stuff!

5450 long 1/2” pebble rat to add. It was nice to replace its random hardware with two correct screws. I love those long handled ratchets. I am still looking for the LA version yet.Been sorting all the extras into brand groups, here are my Plomb. Sent from my SM-G973U using The Garage...

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Thanks! That is a nice set.
Anyone have any 39 or 40 dated tools? Hinge handle or sockets? I will need those to fill this up

 

[AK4570]

@Smokeshow69 , I just dug through my extras and have one single, solitary ‘40 cub socket, a 0C marked 3/4.

Let me know if you need it and I’ll get it headed your way.

V/r,
John

 

[d42jeep]

Another Plomb tool for the GMTK arrived this afternoon. Although I usually dislike additional markings, I was excited to see the ORD (Ordnance) marking.
-Don

 

[Old Radar]

How do you know the PO's name wasn't Orville Ray Diefenbacher?

 

[d42jeep]

Gee, I didn’t think of that possibility. This may have been his pipe wrench too.
-Don

 

[Smokeshow69]

@Smokeshow69 , I just dug through my extras and have one single, solitary ‘40 cub socket, a 0C marked 3/4.

Let me know if you need it and I’ll get it headed your way.

V/r,
John

Hey ! Thanks for the offer. Let me check my spares but I think I need your socket! I will send a pm shortly

 

[Project 2501]

I found using gun wipes to be the best way to clean an old tool box

 

[Private Lugnutz]

I found using gun wipes to be the best way to clean an old tool box

Well, that 9990 sure helps prove your contention! They are soaked with penetrating oils, they are soft, and they won't leave lint behind, that's for sure. Neat idea. I tend to find boxes in a condition that need a little more abrasiveness (0000 steel wool), but again, that beauty sure backs you up and the little metallic fibers left behind by steel wool are a PITA and, like stray hair, have a way of ruining close-up photos, too!

 

[Smokeshow69]

Thanks @Private Lugnutz for the wrenches!

Hey Honza- I got out my spare pebbles. Looks like I have 1 combo wrench you need? The 1218-9/16… Any interest in these does or dbe’s? Some are in better shape than others but I am not looking to make a killing on them. I will post my other spares in another post if anyone is looking for smooth pattern wrenches?

 

[gpw_42]

OR thrusts and Don parrys...skillfully!

 

[Outlawmws]

OR thrusts and Don parrys...skillfully!

I needed that!

 

[d42jeep]

A few more Plomb sockets arrived this evening for the Plomb GMTK. The socket on the left is a V8 rod nut socket.
-Don

 

[Project 2501]

A few more Plomb sockets arrived this evening for the Plomb GMTK. The socket on the left is a V8 rod nut socket.
-Don

What is tool number 6539?
I dont know what it is or what it does but its extremely important that I acquire one in the immediate future.

 

[d42jeep]

What is tool number 6539?
I dont know what it is or what it does but its extremely important that I acquire one in the immediate future.

You can find it in this catalog.

Plomb Streamlined Tools : Catalog No. 19-R Reprint : Plomb Tool Co. : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive

84 p., illus., 27.2 cm, trade catalog

archive.org

As to finding one in the immediate future, I have my doubts. Only a couple of veteran collectors have found those after years of searching. I have never run across one.
-Don

 

[Smokeshow69]

Here is an old picture of mine on my old tool boards. You can see it next to a 3/4 drive ratchet. I also have the wood handled version as well. I will take a few pictures tonight but basically it is a pry bar with a notch in the tip for work on flat head ford v8 engines. I found it years ago at a swap meet. It’s pretty cool!

 

[Smokeshow69]

Looks like Roy found a 6539 a while back as well
Post in thread 'Plomb tool picture thread - show your stuff!'
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum...re-thread-show-your-stuff.135342/post-8681398

 

[d42jeep]

Right. You and Roy are the veteran collectors I was referring to. I didn’t name names in case you desired anonymity.
-Don

 

[Smokeshow69]

Right. You and Roy are the veteran collectors I was referring to. I didn’t name names in case you desired anonymity.
-Don

I guess I am a veteran collector now that I think about it. I think of guys like you, Roy, mr x, lugz and others as more veteran than I . If I post something on a public forum, I have no problem with someone referencing my post or saying I posted something but I do appreciate the thought and tact!

 

[d42jeep]

Although I’m not sure about the finish on the 13/16” socket, the other two will be going into the Plomb GMTK.
-Don

 

[Smokeshow69]

Although I’m not sure about the finish on the 13/16” socket, the other two will be going into the Plomb GMTK.
-Don

Don what are you still missing in terms of plomb for the gmtk? I have all my spares out right now so now is a good time for me to check

 

[d42jeep]

Thanks for the offer. I have some sources looking already but here is a list of most of the missing Plomb items.

Need plain steel or cad plated;

Plomb 5434

Plomb 5436

Plomb 3045

Plomb 1135

Plomb 86A 5/8 cold chisel

Plomb 206 pliers

Plomb 708 pre Danielson

Plomb 712 pre Danielson
-Don

 

[Smokeshow69]

Thanks for the offer. I have some sources looking already but here is a list of most of the missing Plomb items.

Need plain steel or cad plated;

Plomb 5434

Plomb 5436

Plomb 3039

Plomb 3045

Plomb 8160

Plomb 1135

Plomb 86A 5/8 cold chisel

Plomb 206 pliers

Plomb 708 pre Danielson

Plomb 712 pre Danielson
-Don

I will check tonight. I may be able to help with a few items on that list!

 

[RubiconJK]

Thanks for the offer. I have some sources looking already but here is a list of most of the missing Plomb items.

Need plain steel or cad plated;

Plomb 5434

Plomb 5436

Plomb 3039

Plomb 3045

Plomb 8160

Plomb 1135

Plomb 86A 5/8 cold chisel

Plomb 206 pliers

Plomb 708 pre Danielson

Plomb 712 pre Danielson
-Don

PM coming soon.

 

[d42jeep]

Thanks to RubiconJK, the 3039 is off the list.
-Don

 

[Smokeshow69]

Here are my 2 valve spring compression tools. Old wood handle and more modern knurling on the handle. Interesting to note the difference in length! Also, I was mistaken on my part number of the long one- 6541…. Old wood handle part#F8. Longer one is almost 24” long

 

[Smokeshow69]

Thanks for the offer. I have some sources looking already but here is a list of most of the missing Plomb items.

Need plain steel or cad plated;

Plomb 5434

Plomb 5436

Plomb 3045

Plomb 8160

Plomb 1135

Plomb 86A 5/8 cold chisel

Plomb 206 pliers

Plomb 708 pre Danielson

Plomb 712 pre Danielson
-Don

Man you are a hard dude to shop for. I struck out on everything except the 86a! I assume this is going to the house, not the cabin?

 

[Smokeshow69]

Ok, I figured I would take a few photos while I had my spares out looking for things. I am not expecting eBay pricing so if you see something that interests you, shoot me a pm. I would be up for selling or trading plomb or Proto la… posting them here before the classifieds

pebble combos- 1216,1220,1222,1230

1151 dbe(cut and welded back together)

Pebble 5467 hinge handle (bowed)

9704 and 9706 wood handle drivers

1122 dbe

1125smooth dbe’s(x3)

1140

1145

Smooth combos-1212,1216,1220

smooth does- 3025,3026, 3030, 3032,3034, 3035

offset dbe- 8183

wf8 ratchet -9/32 drive

1/2 drive pebble ratchet- 5449

offset wrench- 3224

 

[four.cycle]

unicorn? or just a drawing they made up for the ad?

 

[d42jeep]

Probably not a tool produced for the general public if it ever existed at all.
Here are a couple of new arrivals for the Plomb based GMTK. The 1 lb Paschall ball peen came with a Blue Point handle.
-Don

 

[MR.X]

unicorn? or just a drawing they made up for the ad?

There's a Ranger A.T. tool like that, I think AT-160