Skyman
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That's really nice. The Advance store nearest to me only takes waste oil. I'll have to ask some of the other local stores if they'll take other fluids and filters.
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That's really nice. The Advance store nearest to me only takes waste oil. I'll have to ask some of the other local stores if they'll take other fluids and filters.
LWB
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Yes, he gave me a BOGO deal even though it wasn't advertised at this time.
When I fill up my 20 gallon HF oil pan catch basin, I pump it into old hydraulic oil buckets, take it to O-Reillys or Autozone, whichever is easier and just leave it at the back door. It's used oil; they don't need to know the specifics.
Easey-peasey.
neophyte
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The faces on the Soft Face Estwing hammers look identical to the faces on the Vaughan soft face hammers.
I don’t know about the handles, but the USA is a major source for hammer handles for quality manufacturers around the world.
The forged head might be the tricky part, but Estwing does forge smaller pry bars in the USA, like their cat’s paw pry bar, and smaller forged part manufacturers exist yo do private label work in the USA.
The Esteing Surestrike line with wood or fiberglass handles was generally made overseas, I think in Taiwan, but the soft faced hammers from the line were usually labelled as “made in the USA” from what I recall, which was different than most of the other gammers I have checked in the lineup.
I’m not sure the line is still calked “Surestrike” though.
jblnut
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We recently embarked on a 1930 mile journey to bring this South Bend Lathe home.
As well as a Bridgeport of unknown model.
Various fancy looking work piece holders came along with them both as well as a metric **** ton of tooling and cutters. I have a feeling the shop may be getting a "machining" addition soon to house these tools and likely a few more in a more dust free area than the main farm shop.
As well as a Bridgeport of unknown model.
Various fancy looking work piece holders came along with them both as well as a metric **** ton of tooling and cutters. I have a feeling the shop may be getting a "machining" addition soon to house these tools and likely a few more in a more dust free area than the main farm shop.
Same here. I have purchased the longest version bit holder available at the time as well as a composite shank bit holder for doing “hot” electrical work
The imported models have been downgraded to "Probable Thump."
kudakev615
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Added the "little" brother to the family today. I'm thinking the 1/4 will see more usage than the 3/8, at least that's what I'm hoping anyways
How long is the 3/8" ?
Added the "little" brother to the family today. I'm thinking the 1/4 will see more usage than the 3/8, at least that's what I'm hoping anyways
kudakev615
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SO web site says 23" with battery. no listing for the 1/4 since it was just released and their site is terrible
BobsYourUncle69
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1.Wiha bit set was on sale at Lowe's for half price including delivery
2.I needed an 8AH Bosch bettery for my impact as I only have 4AH core batteries , the core 8AH was around $140 while the 8AH expert was around $200. Amazon had Amazon day and I got the blower , Expert battery and fast 12&18v charger for a smidegen less than an expert battery. For an 18V blower , it works really well , better than some 40V blowers.
3. Thought I'd show you what the inside of a 75 year old boiler looks like. We had the boiler guys come in and repalce the core which was last done 30 years ago almost to the day , thats a lot of copper.
2.I needed an 8AH Bosch bettery for my impact as I only have 4AH core batteries , the core 8AH was around $140 while the 8AH expert was around $200. Amazon had Amazon day and I got the blower , Expert battery and fast 12&18v charger for a smidegen less than an expert battery. For an 18V blower , it works really well , better than some 40V blowers.
3. Thought I'd show you what the inside of a 75 year old boiler looks like. We had the boiler guys come in and repalce the core which was last done 30 years ago almost to the day , thats a lot of copper.
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Ohio Andy
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I am reviewing more bit ratchets and that wiha set was a stand out favorite for me.
I can’t knock you for buying the correct tool for the job, but needle nose vise grips have always worked well for me.MAC Truck Wednesday! My 3rd and 4th gen f-body cars are littered with those little spring hose clamps. I'm tired of struggling with my slip joints on them. Found this for a good price!
I never thought about trying those, but this gives me an excuse to keep adding something new to the plier drawer
NoahG
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I never thought about trying those, but this gives me an excuse to keep adding something new to the plier drawer
When access gets tight, these are great:
He has one of those as well, but a bit pricier.
neharr41
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KRL-756 Marketplace pickup this morning. There’s something about a beat-up old Snap-on box, especially in a cool color.
It looks like a dark green. . .I've never seen a box that color before.
KRL-756 Marketplace pickup this morning. There’s something about a beat-up old Snap-on box, especially in a cool color.
cody1325
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KRL-756 Marketplace pickup this morning. There’s something about a beat-up old Snap-on box, especially in a cool color.
British Racing Green--awesome!
neharr41
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Yes, it's like a British Racing Green with some sparkle added. The serial number sticker on the back says "Tour Green". Can't seem to find too much about it online.
swsman
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If it was a bigger box, it would look awesome sitting in my enclosed trailer with the Mustang.
BobsYourUncle69
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So , 1st impressions were good, however , I had to use it in a tight spot a few min ago, where I didn't have clearance for even a stubby , this fitted nicely but after initially loosening the screw , the backdrag then becomes an issue. Its hard to get my fat fingers in place to hold the bit to counter the backdrag. Usually this wouldn't be an issue as by this time the screw is loose enough to unscrew with your fingers , well, it wasnt just yet.
Also, on the 2nd screw,I found myself accidently changing directions a few times.
Too much back drag and that direction lever isn't ideal.
For me, this is the only scenario that id use it and it I feel that slightly bigger ratchet where the direction lever can be properly placed ,might be better. I have this one and a harbor freight one , this is better.
I see gedore do a 1/4 hex rachet that looks like their regular 1/4 square drive, I feel that or something like it would have worked better in this right space. This also doesn't have much a of clearance advantage over that one.
It feels well made and the case is nice.
cody1325
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Since I'm on the Lowe's website and haven't gotten photos taken since I bought these two short-ish hand saws (as my old Disstons are huge, and won't fit in a hand box "Just to Have") yesterday.
The Finish-Cut model is made in France.
Cuts nicely, smooth, and seems to easily glide through the wood without problems.
The handle also fits my hand well, and feels awesome. One that's staying in the woodworking section of my pegboard with the Disstons.
This one is Danish. It's far more aggressive, and seems to be a bit of a headache to get started in a board. Supposedly "General Purpose"
Also, I despise the handle. Kinda loose, and feels strange.
The Finish-Cut model is made in France.
Cuts nicely, smooth, and seems to easily glide through the wood without problems.
The handle also fits my hand well, and feels awesome. One that's staying in the woodworking section of my pegboard with the Disstons.
This one is Danish. It's far more aggressive, and seems to be a bit of a headache to get started in a board. Supposedly "General Purpose"
Also, I despise the handle. Kinda loose, and feels strange.
Just as one of the vehicles in our fleet graduated from "ongoing odor" to "smell of death", Amazon waved this at me during Amazon Prime Day(s), something I normally ignore. Now I can generate ozone and fight stank.
$45.58 before tax, for me that day. Now showing...$47.99. List price $60.
$45.58 before tax, for me that day. Now showing...$47.99. List price $60.
I have acquired a chamfer plane! I had a pretty wooden Japanese chamfer plane on my wishlist over at Harry Epstein's, waiting for July 4th weekend, when Amazon waved a $10 coupon at me for this Jorgenson. $39.96 before tax.
Photographs of black ribbons:
Made in China.
It's about 6.5", lots of parallax in tonight's pics.
The trough, with the straight blade to make 45 degree edges installed.
It's a marsupial!
Three bits for round edges of varying radii.
It feels hefty but it's not magnetic, so I'm saying this is cast aluminum with a steel trough screwed to it. **** it, Eric Sloane!
Photographs of black ribbons:
Made in China.
It's about 6.5", lots of parallax in tonight's pics.
The trough, with the straight blade to make 45 degree edges installed.
It's a marsupial!
Three bits for round edges of varying radii.
It feels hefty but it's not magnetic, so I'm saying this is cast aluminum with a steel trough screwed to it. **** it, Eric Sloane!
afazz
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Agree. I am just a DIY guy. But after a few nightmares of hose removals in packed engine compartments resulting an too much disassembly for minor stuff, I bought one of these. I do not use it a lot. However, it is well worth having. When it helps, it will likely save a lot of cursing directed at whoever designed the engine layout. Modern engines are so packed, even minor things like checking and cleaning or replacing a PVC valve can become a chore due to blocked access. It was $ well spent for me.
Just as one of the vehicles in our fleet graduated from "ongoing odor" to "smell of death", Amazon waved this at me during Amazon Prime Day(s), something I normally ignore. Now I can generate ozone and fight stank.
$45.58 before tax, for me that day. Now showing...$47.99. List price $60.
I am not sure it is a good idea to inhale ozone since it is very reactive. So I would only use that to help with a clean out when not nearby. Generally, smells are better addressed at the source. Sources can also be hard to find. For cars, common sources are condensation leaks near an AC heat exchanger. Those can generate funky smells quickly when condensate drains clog or leak inside resulting in wet carpets etc.
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This is something done with the machine locked in the car for an hour or so, then all doors opened and HVAC fan run afterwards! Another option is chlorine gas generators.
The packet of chicken meat has been discovered inside the cargo van door (which had no interior panel in those years) and... well, now is time for the un-funking. Ozone generators are a standard car detailer tool. I will, of course, go for some old timey "mechanical" wipe down of many surfaces first.
I do not huff ether, acetone, or ozone.
Fedwrench
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Vim DDFRA100 3-piece Dual Drive Flex Ratcheting Attachment Set.
Vim speak for a set of reversible, flex head, ratcheting boxed end wrenches with a nano socket retaining ring in 1/4 11mm, 3/8 17mm, and 1/2 22mm. Each wrench has a female square drive at its base you can pair with any length extension you choose to make just about any length handle. Nice satin finish. The retaining rings are in the center of the ratcheting wrench teeth on the 3/8 & 1/2 drive versions. However, for some unknown reason, the retaining ring is at the very upper edge on the 1/4 wrench. I was very disappointed to see that. It holds a 1/4 Astro nano socket but, not as well if it was in the center. The 1/2 drive is a beast and has quite a bit of heft to it. Nice Foam tray that I won't use. Laser etched size marking on the rear side. Made in Taiwan
Vim speak for a set of reversible, flex head, ratcheting boxed end wrenches with a nano socket retaining ring in 1/4 11mm, 3/8 17mm, and 1/2 22mm. Each wrench has a female square drive at its base you can pair with any length extension you choose to make just about any length handle. Nice satin finish. The retaining rings are in the center of the ratcheting wrench teeth on the 3/8 & 1/2 drive versions. However, for some unknown reason, the retaining ring is at the very upper edge on the 1/4 wrench. I was very disappointed to see that. It holds a 1/4 Astro nano socket but, not as well if it was in the center. The 1/2 drive is a beast and has quite a bit of heft to it. Nice Foam tray that I won't use. Laser etched size marking on the rear side. Made in Taiwan
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This is something done with the machine locked in the car for an hour or so, then all doors opened and HVAC fan run afterwards! Another option is chlorine gas generators.
The packet of chicken meat has been discovered inside the cargo van door (which had no interior panel in those years) and... well, now is time for the un-funking. Ozone generators are a standard car detailer tool. I will, of course, go for some old timey "mechanical" wipe down of many surfaces first.
I do not huff ether, acetone, or ozone.
My god. Left chicken meat "stewing" in a hot car would be far far worse than the typical funk from soggy carpet from a leaking condensate pan. You have my sympathy!! I would not even want to open the door to put in the ozone generator.
That reminds me of a college roommate from hell. He had a mini-fridge in the dorm room and was an absolute slob. He unplugged it somehow in his hovel corner. We started smelling something awful. He opened the door to look and we all nearly gagged. His solution was to plug it back in and leave it since he was often not there and at his fraternity house/parties anway. I should have murdered the ******* right there -- but I realized it might be hard to explain to the judge why he had to die.
MichaelP
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Easy! You could've brought his fridge to the court. The judge would pardon you if you take it back.