PelicanPines
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wandrur
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Finally convinced myself. The 15% off coupon certainly helped.
Good idea. You could expand the hole on a lathe or use a diamond hole saw on a drill press.
The concrete also helps strengthen the tube where the section clamp screws squeeze the pipe. The pipes tend to be too thin to take much torqe. So you strengthen it and lower the center of mass with the concrete.
WWheeler
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1. Rigid ShopVac
2. Japanese Pull Saw
3. Wen Grinder Stand
Not a huge fan of the stand, with my grinder on top its VERY top heavy. If was affixed to the ground, it'd be fine. But I put mine of casters so it can be moved around the garage.
Cool. I have the same stand, albeit with a lighter grinder on it than you, and I did similar years ago. I also filled it with concrete, and I put two casters and fashioned a foot for the other leg out of a carriage bolt/nuts/washers and a hockey puck. I just tilt mine onto he wheels to move it and once sat back down just the hockey puck foot and gravity is enough to keep it in place while in use.
That's a pic I took when it was new, 8 years ago. I since swapped out the 2" swivel wheels for two stationary 3" wheels, which works a lot better for tilting and rolling around.
IRQVET
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That's actually a really good idea, I never considered. Thanks!I also filled it with concrete,
olsenmotorsports
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The Lisle 64180 is a great kit if you have the room - The set you have is great too just wish it wasnt fixed!
GarageHobbyist
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Vampire Mini Needle Nose from the holiday sale. They are pretty nice smooth jaw pliers.
SC Fly Guy
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Brilliant!Cool. I have the same stand, albeit with a lighter grinder on it than you, and I did similar years ago. I also filled it with concrete, and I put two casters and fashioned a foot for the other leg out of a carriage bolt/nuts/washers and a hockey puck. I just tilt mine onto he wheels to move it and once sat back down just the hockey puck foot and gravity is enough to keep it in place while in use.
That's a pic I took when it was new, 8 years ago. I since swapped out the 2" swivel wheels for two stationary 3" wheels, which works a lot better for tilting and rolling around.
WWheeler
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IDK about brilliant, but I just hate dealing with locking casters if I don't have to. More like, laziness combined with a willingness to take a chance to see how well it works or not. Plus, I still have a bunch of old hockey pucks that I'm always trying to come up with uses for leftover from raising boys that had a serious need for an outlet to expel some aggression where it wouldn't get me and their mom a call from authorities. lol
Cool. I have the same stand, albeit with a lighter grinder on it than you, and I did similar years ago. I also filled it with concrete, and I put two casters and fashioned a foot for the other leg out of a carriage bolt/nuts/washers and a hockey puck. I just tilt mine onto he wheels to move it and once sat back down just the hockey puck foot and gravity is enough to keep it in place while in use.
That's a pic I took when it was new, 8 years ago. I since swapped out the 2" swivel wheels for two stationary 3" wheels, which works a lot better for tilting and rolling around.
I'd love to have my grinder on a mobile stand to take it outside; but I'm not sure how to make it stable enough other than a 24" square base that weighs 100 lbs.
Saying that, if you added a bar, or angle, that bridged across the top of the feet between the two casters you could step on that with one foot; that would give you a lot of security against tipping when in use.
IRQVET
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Forgive the picture, but we're getting freezing temps so my potted citrus got moved into the garage overnight for protection, lol.
My New 12 inch Dewalt 779, just added a new Diablo 80T blade and ditched the OEM blade. Haven't used the saw yet as I just got it yesterday, and the blade today, but I'm definitely looking forward to it.
My New 12 inch Dewalt 779, just added a new Diablo 80T blade and ditched the OEM blade. Haven't used the saw yet as I just got it yesterday, and the blade today, but I'm definitely looking forward to it.
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SC Fly Guy
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The use of the hockey puck as a sturdy and āstickyā base is pretty ingenious IMO. Youāve got me thinking ā¦
Beerhippie
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That ain't tippin'.
Sure, it's a vise stand, but:
I put a cleat on the bottom of the grinder base. It sits forward of the CG of the grinder and base so I can still clamp it to a bench.
WWheeler
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Congrats! Same Dewalt saw I've had for years and it gets used a LOT. LUV it!Forgive the picture, but we're getting freezing temps so my potted citrus got moved into the garage overnight for protection, lol.
My New 12 inch Dewalt 779, just added a new Diablo blade and ditched the OEM blade. Haven't used the saw yet as I just got it yesterday, but I'm looking forward to it.
I often wind up hauling it to different sites so mine is usually mounted on a RidgidAC9946 folding miter saw stand which has held up well the 4-5 years I've had it so far.
Anywho, the main reason I'm commenting is that I just wanted to point out that adding the DWS779 XPS Work Light Upgrade Kit, adding the DWS780's LED light to show that crisp shadow exactly where the blade is going to cut was some of the best money I ever spent. It really makes super accurate trim work sooo much easier. Highly recommend adding it to the list of all the things you're going to want now that you have that saw.
IRQVET
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WAY too pricey for me as a DIY type, but thanks. Appreciate it.
15% Bag sale at Menards required me to buy a tool.
designer485
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A few new additions from Christmas.
Bahco needle file set.
Headlamp - USA made is always a plus.
Mayhew 1/2" brass punch.
Fanttik T9 Apex jump starter / power bank.
Milwaukee safety glasses.
Bahco needle file set.
Headlamp - USA made is always a plus.
Mayhew 1/2" brass punch.
Fanttik T9 Apex jump starter / power bank.
Milwaukee safety glasses.
slik560
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Not exactly a "new" tool to me....more like a "what was I thinking" tool. It's for cutting the top off of an oil filter, so that the insides can be examined for debris after an oil change. I've used it ONCE.
The guys that work on my 911 said that while opening up the filter is OK, they can usually tell if something is amiss by looking at the drain oil itself. If they suspect anything, then they cut open the filter. I'll defer to their 20+ years of experience.
I may hang this on the wall someplace to not only get it out of the tool box, but to remind me not to buy tools like this.
The guys that work on my 911 said that while opening up the filter is OK, they can usually tell if something is amiss by looking at the drain oil itself. If they suspect anything, then they cut open the filter. I'll defer to their 20+ years of experience.
I may hang this on the wall someplace to not only get it out of the tool box, but to remind me not to buy tools like this.
Ohio Andy
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Fess up, it is the confuse your heirs after you die. Hey anyone know what this thing is?Not exactly a "new" tool to me....more like a "what was I thinking" tool. It's for cutting the top off of an oil filter, so that the insides can be examined for debris after an oil change. I've used it ONCE.
The guys that work on my 911 said that while opening up the filter is OK, they can usually tell if something is amiss by looking at the drain oil itself. If they suspect anything, then they cut open the filter. I'll defer to their 20+ years of experience.
I may hang this on the wall someplace to not only get it out of the tool box, but to remind me not to buy tools like this.
So yesterday while doing a major clean out and reorg of the truck I reached deep into a door pocket and pulled out a massive concretion of screws, nuts, washers and even a 9/16 wrench. Completely baffled by this mass of metal I started peeling away the layers
And whatta I find?
A Klein magnet. I swear I have zero recollection of ever receiving this highly inductive mystery magnet but sheās a keeper
And whatta I find?
A Klein magnet. I swear I have zero recollection of ever receiving this highly inductive mystery magnet but sheās a keeper
Shadowdog500
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I have one of those too. You donāt need it that often but it sure beats a hacksaw for the few times you do!Not exactly a "new" tool to me....more like a "what was I thinking" tool. It's for cutting the top off of an oil filter, so that the insides can be examined for debris after an oil change. I've used it ONCE.
The guys that work on my 911 said that while opening up the filter is OK, they can usually tell if something is amiss by looking at the drain oil itself. If they suspect anything, then they cut open the filter. I'll defer to their 20+ years of experience.
I may hang this on the wall someplace to not only get it out of the tool box, but to remind me not to buy tools like this.
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Shadowdog500
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I picked up this three piece indexable pry bar set using a Home Depot gift certificate I got for Christmas.
I am going to put a drop of blue locktite on the small screw that holds the action together because a couple of the reviewers said it was loose and backed out new out of the box.
I am going to put a drop of blue locktite on the small screw that holds the action together because a couple of the reviewers said it was loose and backed out new out of the box.
racer1735
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Checking the oil filters on a 911, and just about all Porsche's, is pretty easy and doesn't need this tool as they use cartridge-style filters.Not exactly a "new" tool to me....more like a "what was I thinking" tool. It's for cutting the top off of an oil filter, so that the insides can be examined for debris after an oil change. I've used it ONCE.
The guys that work on my 911 said that while opening up the filter is OK, they can usually tell if something is amiss by looking at the drain oil itself. If they suspect anything, then they cut open the filter. I'll defer to their 20+ years of experience.
slik560
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Not if you use a spin on adapter from LN Engineering, like I do.
Mr. Roboto
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I have a friend who started a snap-on franchise. He stopped by with his truck for the first time. I bought a few of the tools he took in on trade.
TRF72 flex head 1/4ā drive ratchet
196ACF needle nose pliers
TRF72 flex head 1/4ā drive ratchet
196ACF needle nose pliers
IRQVET
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Still collecting the Craftsman BF Made in Japan 1969-1987 stuff.
(2) 7 Inch Vices, plan on restoring both. Both will go into the sand blaster. But one will get painted, the other will get that chip welded, then polished and clear coated- just for fun.
(2) 7 Inch Vices, plan on restoring both. Both will go into the sand blaster. But one will get painted, the other will get that chip welded, then polished and clear coated- just for fun.
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MWEric
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Todayās purchases, scissors and mini screwdriver set. And a couple signs.
rockinacummins
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Not much, a few more items should show up tomorrow or early next week. But today I got another storage box for small parts at Home Depot and a gas can (along with an EZ Pour spout, soooo worth the $12) at Tractor Supply.
1. Rigid ShopVac
2. Japanese Pull Saw
3. Wen Grinder Stand
Not a huge fan of the stand, with my grinder on top its VERY top heavy. If was affixed to the ground, it'd be fine. But I put mine of casters so it can be moved around the garage.
Now you just need a real stand.
I just got this one last weekend. Probably sat in the same barn for a century or better. I do kind of like the idea of being to move things around but don't see myself moving things that often.
aggie113
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The press is not new, but the bottle jack is. The original was **** and leaked all over. New hotness has pneumatic assist option. My little portable compressor only needs a tank and a half to do a full press. Might be the jankyest use of the lift so far.
Had to drill and tap new holes to get it mounted.
Had to drill and tap new holes to get it mounted.
First time poster, long time reader...
After a lifetime of bying tools needed for the task at hand, I've started to clean out the **** and replacing with higher quality tools. I'm aldo going to start redoing my workshop/garage by spring so I thought I would be posting here in training for a garage.thread..
Recieved today:
After a lifetime of bying tools needed for the task at hand, I've started to clean out the **** and replacing with higher quality tools. I'm aldo going to start redoing my workshop/garage by spring so I thought I would be posting here in training for a garage.thread..
Recieved today:
First time poster, long time reader...
After a lifetime of bying tools needed for the task at hand, I've started to clean out the **** and replacing with higher quality tools. I'm aldo going to start redoing my workshop/garage by spring so I thought I would be posting here in training for a garage.thread..
Recieved today:
Cool stuff. Can't wait to see the garage makeover!
Mike
KnurledNut
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So yesterday while doing a major clean out and reorg of the truck I reached deep into a door pocket and pulled out a massive concretion of screws, nuts, washers and even a 9/16 wrench. Completely baffled by this mass of metal I started peeling away the layers
And whatta I find?
A Klein magnet. I swear I have zero recollection of ever receiving this highly inductive mystery magnet but sheās a keeper
Did you ever own a Klein coffee tumbler? It came with that.
I use my magnet on one of my multimeters for hanging.
Mystery solved, thanks Knurled
As a matter of fact that happens to be my most used Klein tool as you can seeDid you ever own a Klein coffee tumbler? It came with that.
I use my magnet on one of my multimeters for hanging.
Prospecter
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I have one of those. I like it. Makes it easy to dispose of filters and recycle the metal.Not exactly a "new" tool to me....more like a "what was I thinking" tool. It's for cutting the top off of an oil filter, so that the insides can be examined for debris after an oil change. I've used it ONCE.
The guys that work on my 911 said that while opening up the filter is OK, they can usually tell if something is amiss by looking at the drain oil itself. If they suspect anything, then they cut open the filter. I'll defer to their 20+ years of experience.
I may hang this on the wall someplace to not only get it out of the tool box, but to remind me not to buy tools like this.
KnurledNut
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I picked up the Proto J9326 Strikable Extraction Set. (Also available from MAC.)
This is by far the most heavy-duty bit handle I own.
It only comes with 8 bits; I would love to have an expanded set. They are 7ā long.
The hex and torx are RBRT, the PH uses a form of ACR, and the slotted have a very unique profile I have never seen: ACR ribs machined with a parallel tip (not just hollow ground) and a slightly wider width taper than the base hex which Iām not sure how they manufactured. Almost seems like it would have to be forged and then machined.
The driver retention is excellent. Regular 1/4 long bits do work in this handle but I will likely add notches to some of my existing ones to gain full retention. This uses a double ring (special shaped?) method unlike anything I have ever seen and seems proprietary to this tool. One ring holds detents and the other seems to minimize wobble. The grip is supposed to be solvent resistant and is a quad lobe shape. Weight is heavy. I would have no reservations absolutely wailing on this thing. Proto put some engineering into this and the fit and finish are quality. Quite impressed. Even the case is well designed with individual bit slots and has a metal belt clip. Taiwan-made.
I picked this up for about 1/3 of retail and am quite pleased.
https://www.protoindustrial.com/product/j9326/9pc-strikable-extraction-multi-bit-set
This is by far the most heavy-duty bit handle I own.
It only comes with 8 bits; I would love to have an expanded set. They are 7ā long.
The hex and torx are RBRT, the PH uses a form of ACR, and the slotted have a very unique profile I have never seen: ACR ribs machined with a parallel tip (not just hollow ground) and a slightly wider width taper than the base hex which Iām not sure how they manufactured. Almost seems like it would have to be forged and then machined.
The driver retention is excellent. Regular 1/4 long bits do work in this handle but I will likely add notches to some of my existing ones to gain full retention. This uses a double ring (special shaped?) method unlike anything I have ever seen and seems proprietary to this tool. One ring holds detents and the other seems to minimize wobble. The grip is supposed to be solvent resistant and is a quad lobe shape. Weight is heavy. I would have no reservations absolutely wailing on this thing. Proto put some engineering into this and the fit and finish are quality. Quite impressed. Even the case is well designed with individual bit slots and has a metal belt clip. Taiwan-made.
I picked this up for about 1/3 of retail and am quite pleased.
https://www.protoindustrial.com/product/j9326/9pc-strikable-extraction-multi-bit-set
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Mr. Roboto
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NEBO Big Larry 3. Pretty nice light for $18!
IRQVET
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New to me, but hear me out. . .
I was in the lumber section of Home Depot looking at sheet insulation. Needed a measuring tape so I asked one of the employees if they had one I could use for the second. Gal flipped me this and said "Keep it" and just walked off.
Kind of a neat tape measure, tons of random (but useful) information on the back of it, something I've never seen before.
My "New to Me" Home Depot Employee limited edition Tape Measure!
Did have that moment as I was walking through the parking lot, wondering if I was going to gang tackled by loss prevention . . .
I was in the lumber section of Home Depot looking at sheet insulation. Needed a measuring tape so I asked one of the employees if they had one I could use for the second. Gal flipped me this and said "Keep it" and just walked off.
Kind of a neat tape measure, tons of random (but useful) information on the back of it, something I've never seen before.
My "New to Me" Home Depot Employee limited edition Tape Measure!
Did have that moment as I was walking through the parking lot, wondering if I was going to gang tackled by loss prevention . . .
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