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[david3921]

18v powered air blower; an alternative to Makita’s GSA01 40v handheld blower

I thought so based on the tube. Thanks for the reply.

 

[WWheeler]

Weird. I have never had any issues with streaks from Invisible Glass. It's my favorite by far. I buy it by the case.

 

[scooby074]

Weird. I have never had any issues with streaks from Invisible Glass. It's my favorite by far. I buy it by the case.

I wonder if the liquid is better than the aerosol? Ive only ever used the aerosol.

 

[LWB]

I use the aerosol and love it. I normally use dish soap first though. I also clay my windows a few times a year. I hate a dirty windshield.

 

[WWheeler]

I wonder if the liquid is better than the aerosol? Ive only ever used the aerosol.

I've never used an aerosol window cleaning fluid, so I wouldn't know.
I typically stay away from aerosols of most any type if I can.
I've thrown too many away that weren't empty yet but wouldn't spray any more.

I use the aerosol and love it. I normally use dish soap first though. I also clay my windows a few times a year. I hate a dirty windshield.

Oh yeah, I also clay my windows often and the paint too after a wash and before a wax.

Here's what's new to me this week.

VIM BCT1 button disconnect pliers. I got these because they are tiny and swivel to cup in the palm of my hand. These will hopefully work when I have to unplug connectors in tight places like on top of a transmission where I can feel it but can't see it. And i picked up the Lisle 38350 exhaust hanger pliers because someone else recently got them on here and I finally remembered this time before I actually needed them.




AstroAI inflator after the Milton I bought a year or two ago quit working on me. The Milton I had before it lasted a couple decades. If they are going to be that disposable I'm going to spend $20 instead of ~$80 like that last one.



And lastly, just picked up today this Kobalt 20 pc set of hex/allen impact sockets from Lowes. A somehow lost my 10mm (imagine that) which I use quite a bit getting differential drain plugs off our Toyotas and this set looks like it'll do the job and at $50 it was priced right enough I went for another whole set instead of trying to replace just the individual socket for half that or more.

 

[BlakeTheCarGuy]

Got a DieHard 3/8 long flex head ratchet. Have heard nothing but good things about them. Been wanting to try for awhile just they are always out of them. I was at Advance Auto in the ghetto and they had one. They didn’t have any of the oil that was on sale but they had this so I picked it up. Glad to see they lowered the price by $2 as well. Now $35.99 when I went last month it was $37.99 still. Made in Taiwan. They have really come a long way with tools from parts stores I’ve had no issues with any of mine. Love all my parts store stuff.

 

[threewood]

Lisle small hose clamp tool.

 

[upgrading]

Cool looking handle on the DieHard ratchet.

 

[AJHD]

I've never used an aerosol window cleaning fluid, so I wouldn't know.
I typically stay away from aerosols of most any type if I can.
I've thrown too many away that weren't empty yet but wouldn't spray any more.



Oh yeah, I also clay my windows often and the paint too after a wash and before a wax.

Here's what's new to me this week.

VIM BCT1 button disconnect pliers. I got these because they are tiny and swivel to cup in the palm of my hand. These will hopefully work when I have to unplug connectors in tight places like on top of a transmission where I can feel it but can't see it. And i picked up the Lisle 38350 exhaust hanger pliers because someone else recently got them on here and I finally remembered this time before I actually needed them.




AstroAI inflator after the Milton I bought a year or two ago quit working on me. The Milton I had before it lasted a couple decades. If they are going to be that disposable I'm going to spend $20 instead of ~$80 like that last one.



And lastly, just picked up today this Kobalt 20 pc set of hex/allen impact sockets from Lowes. A somehow lost my 10mm (imagine that) which I use quite a bit getting differential drain plugs off our Toyotas and this set looks like it'll do the job and at $50 it was priced right enough I went for another whole set instead of trying to replace just the individual socket for half that or more.

You got a part number or link to those Kobalt hex sockets? I haven't seen any Kobalt impact bit sockets, only overpriced Craftsman.

 

[Madjik Man]

I've never used an aerosol window cleaning fluid, so I wouldn't know.
I typically stay away from aerosols of most any type if I can.
I've thrown too many away that weren't empty yet but wouldn't spray any more.



Oh yeah, I also clay my windows often and the paint too after a wash and before a wax.

Here's what's new to me this week.

VIM BCT1 button disconnect pliers. I got these because they are tiny and swivel to cup in the palm of my hand. These will hopefully work when I have to unplug connectors in tight places like on top of a transmission where I can feel it but can't see it. And i picked up the Lisle 38350 exhaust hanger pliers because someone else recently got them on here and I finally remembered this time before I actually needed them.




AstroAI inflator after the Milton I bought a year or two ago quit working on me. The Milton I had before it lasted a couple decades. If they are going to be that disposable I'm going to spend $20 instead of ~$80 like that last one.



And lastly, just picked up today this Kobalt 20 pc set of hex/allen impact sockets from Lowes. A somehow lost my 10mm (imagine that) which I use quite a bit getting differential drain plugs off our Toyotas and this set looks like it'll do the job and at $50 it was priced right enough I went for another whole set instead of trying to replace just the individual socket for half that or more.

After having to weld nuts on to, chisel out, etc those hex drain and fill plugs, I changed them all to the 14mm bolt style Lexus plugs.

 

[WWheeler]

You got a part number or link to those Kobalt hex sockets? I haven't seen any Kobalt impact bit sockets, only overpriced Craftsman.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-20-Piece-1-2-in-Drive-Set-Hex-Bit-Hex-Driver-Socket-Set/5005514189

Still on sale, but now showing as 'out of stock' online. Might find a set in store though idk.

My missing one was one of those 'overpriced' Craftsman and it had been very well used and abused and had held up extremely well for at least 15 years now. Same goes for all of my Craftsman impact sockets they have held up a LOT better than my Matco ADVs that cost me more than twice what the Craftsmans did. I couldn't find just that 10mm Craftsman anywhere and was tempted to pay an ebay price for a new set but saw the Kobalt set for a little less and it came with more sizes so here I am. The Kobalts look nice enough and similar to those Craftsmans. Time will tell. Only knock I have against them right off the bat is they are only etched, not also engraved.

 

[WWheeler]

After having to weld nuts on to, chisel out, etc those hex drain and fill plugs, I changed them all to the 14mm bolt style Lexus plugs.

Yep Just got done doing that myself for the first time after seeing a post about it elsewhere. Next up to do is my son's. I'm still gonna need that 10mm though as we both run around with a lot of others in 4runners, Lexus, Tacos, etc that wind up in our driveway, and more than a few has been brought over because they've stripped that drain plug. A little heat and hammering the face of it and then hammering in an impact allen usually will get it to break free, but that Lexus plug should make it a lot less painful for us next time around.

Lexus part # 90341-24016

 

[Relax]

I wonder if the liquid is better than the aerosol? Ive only ever used the aerosol.

I have an aerosol 4-pack I'm still going through. It leaves a residue behind that looks like water marks if I let it dry on its own, but if I wipe it completely dry, then it's fine.

 

[Ingram306]

New to me Snap on 3/8 air drill and Sioux 1/4-28 threaded right angle drill.

 

[smackey05]

IR Body Saw

Summit Racing AN wrenches. I got some of the common sizes I use.

 

[Shoreline_]

New to me Snap on 3/8 air drill and Sioux 1/4-28 threaded right angle drill.

I've always wanted one of those aero drills.

 

[Ingram306]

I've always wanted one of those aero drills.

I’ve been eyeing them for a while because they’re definitely not cheap new. Finally came across this one on eBay for a reasonable price. Shot a few holes through some scrap steel with it today and it’s really cool.

 

[Shoreline_]

Okay muchachos. Tough to beat this one. My girlfriend bought me these as a gift. this is probably the most thoughtful gift I've ever received.

 

[AJHD]

Okay muchachos. Tough to beat this one. My girlfriend bought me these as a gift. this is probably the most thoughtful gift I've ever received.

Are you open to sharing your girlfriend? My birthday is coming up in August. lol

Joking aside, those look like some nice sockets.

 

[LWB]

New - Used

What to do with this? I like the size. Nice and small for essentials.

 

[Chance]

New to me Snap on 3/8 air drill and Sioux 1/4-28 threaded right angle drill.

TIL there are threaded drill bits. Thanks!

 

[designer485]

NOS Snap-On multi-position ratcheting screwdriver.








One of the collection



Blue-Point RPM Meter (from my wife's late grandfather).

 

[LWB]

Quality hex keys always seem to get bumped to the bottom of the list. Glad I pulled the trigger.

 

[BmwTechZiggy]

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won one of these off my snapon guy semi recently, still trying to decide if i should sell it or keep and play with it/display it.

 

[Benny Franklin]

I may have gone on a bit of a shopping spree lol

Inch drive set, already have inch drive impact sockets so I mainly bought it for the extensions, ratchet, and t handle

Icon metric swivel socket set, 12-24mm with no skips is nice, and the quality appears on point with what comes off the tool trucks these days so I can't complain

Their 8lb sledgehammers are a good value- solid hickory handles that fit my big hands nicely. Bought 2 as I need to cut the handle down on one

Porta band, almost bought the Ridgid cordless for $240 but went with Bauer corded for $95

Needed another can for my mix gas so tossed a 2gal in along with some utility blades

 

[Squankum]

Tool? Accessory?

Recent ordered a new Fumoto oil drain valve for a new vehicle in the small fleet. (Not pictured below, just some other Fumoto I have sitting around.) Not really sure how it was going to fit/point when I got it done, since the vehicle was new to me and not available to me at the time, and an oil change was going to happen the next time it came home.

After doing that oil change, and installing the new valve, I was, goofing around on the Fumoto USA website, I found this. Yes, I could use a 90 degree elbow when draining on this Ford Transit. They do make their brass valves with brass 90 degree elbows but I didn't know if I wanted that at the time. I'll be doing oil changes in the driveway and wanting to pour it right into a gallon jug, preferably with a scrap of clear tubing on the elbow.




Fumoto SL-1, $2.95, for 3/8" Fumoto ******* - not for permanent installation, just snaps on for oil changes.

Plus shipping. Which stunk for me, at $6ish from CA. However, Fumoto is having a "free shipping from anything you order from our website on July 4th" promotion, promo code: 4TH .



Yeesh, I need to clean my workbench mat! My phone has much better eyesight than I do.

 

[AJHD]

NOS Snap-On multi-position ratcheting screwdriver.








One of the collection



Blue-Point RPM Meter (from my wife's late grandfather).

Are you just a collector? If not, what do you use ratcheting screwdrivers for and how often do you use them?

I've got to a realization that I don't often use screwdrivers or 1/4" bits.

 

[mikeinri]

Tool? Accessory?

Recent ordered a new Fumoto oil drain valve for a new vehicle in the small fleet. (Not pictured below, just some other Fumoto I have sitting around.) Not really sure how it was going to fit/point when I got it done, since the vehicle was new to me and not available to me at the time, and an oil change was going to happen the next time it came home.

After doing that oil change, and installing the new valve, I was, goofing around on the Fumoto USA website, I found this. Yes, I could use a 90 degree elbow when draining on this Ford Transit. They do make their brass valves with brass 90 degree elbows but I didn't know if I wanted that at the time. I'll be doing oil changes in the driveway and wanting to pour it right into a gallon jug, preferably with a scrap of clear tubing on the elbow.




Fumoto SL-1, $2.95, for 3/8" Fumoto ******* - not for permanent installation, just snaps on for oil changes.

Plus shipping. Which stunk for me, at $6ish from CA. However, Fumoto is having a "free shipping from anything you order from our website on July 4th" promotion, promo code: 4TH .



Yeesh, I need to clean my workbench mat! My phone has much better eyesight than I do.

How securely does that elbow snap on? I'd be worried that it would fall off, making a bigger mess than if I'd planned to not use that.

Mike

 

[designer485]

Are you just a collector? If not, what do you use ratcheting screwdrivers for and how often do you use them?

I've got to a realization that I don't often use screwdrivers or 1/4" bits.

I collect and use some of them. The most commonly used is the stubby with one of the longer shafts swapped in. The least used is the bent hard handle (I have a green and orange one).

I like to use ratcheting drivers when removing or installing a bunch of repetitive screws (things like car interior panels and trim, Ikea furniture or cabinet hinges).

 

[d.mcfarland]

Are you just a collector? If not, what do you use ratcheting screwdrivers for and how often do you use them?

I've got to a realization that I don't often use screwdrivers or 1/4" bits.

I believe it's really a personal preference. I could use 1/4" bits for probably 90% of anything I would need and not have any issue. Hell, I could use a 11in1 and do the same stuff. Some odd recessed fastener is the other 10% where the shaft thickness prevents either of those bit drivers from even coming close.

I'm also not going to use a bit driver as a pry bar or scraper. We all know that's what Craftsman screwdrivers are for.

 

[LWB]

These will handle just about any household project/fix. Hex, Torx, Nut driver, Screwdriver bits

 

[M635_Guy]

Decided to use the July 4th sale to get the new Icon 3/8" split beam torque wrench. I have the 1/2", which has been very well-reviewed and have liked it a lot so far - I especially like the setting/adjustment.




This is what it's potentially replacing (SO QD2FR75)


...though there's not *quite* as much pivot, and there are situations where the shorter length of the SO will probably be useful, so I'll probably keep it for a while...

 

[ronkz650]

I'm glad Icon released the 3/8" split beam. I didn't know.

 

[M635_Guy]

I'm glad Icon released the 3/8" split beam. I didn't know.

Just out in the last few days

 

[Squankum]

How securely does that elbow snap on? I'd be worried that it would fall off, making a bigger mess than if I'd planned to not use that.

Mike

Snaps on with authority! Not easy to push on, have to line it up just right then push firmly.

 

[Squankum]

Decided to use the July 4th sale to get the new Icon 3/8" split beam torque wrench. I have the 1/2", which has been very well-reviewed and have liked it a lot so far - I especially like the setting/adjustment.




This is what it's potentially replacing (SO QD2FR75)


...though there's not *quite* as much pivot, and there are situations where the shorter length of the SO will probably be useful, so I'll probably keep it for a while...

What I love about the adjustment on those is that you don't have to back it down to zero at the end of the day! Well, at least on the ones I bought from an American company. Also, adjustment is faster, no more wrist twist.

 

[Kasal]

New month new tools. Power Probe 3, and a Topdon BT200 battery tester.

 

[qqzj]

New month new tools. Power Probe 3, and a Topdon BT200 battery tester.

I am curious what's the first impression of the brand name Topdon? Is it derived from top done?

 

[WWheeler]

Tool? Accessory?

Recent ordered a new Fumoto oil drain valve for a new vehicle in the small fleet. [...]

Those things terrify me, but I've never owned a vehicle that was a pavement princess. I'm always having to remove tall grass, vines, etc that gets wrapped around the driveshaft and whatnot. More than once I've had wire stuck under the car or truck that ripped the wires loose from an 02 sensor etc. Even had a piece of what looked like a bicycle's training wheels get caught up and snap a brake line clean off the wife's rear tire when she was following us down the dirt road to one of our fishing holes, and it's by no means one of the worse maintained roads and driveways we frequent. I have less than zero doubts at all that any valve like that would cost me engine.

Besides, I really like to pull the plug and inspect that magnet with each change. Any vehicle of mine that didn't come with an oil drain plug with a magnet gets one.

 

[Kasal]

I am curious what's the first impression of the brand name Topdon? Is it derived from top done?

At first glance it seems to be of good quality, the finishes are good, the clamps look robust. I think Topdon is a generic brand that highlights its tools, they do not have their own manufacturing