Fedwrench
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Snap on, and the old Chicago Pnuematic long barrel, all black version. They're older units like 15-20 years old. I'll try to remember to get part numbers tomorrow.
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I have the SAE and metric sets, had them for decades. They are good quality…not sure who made them. I have used them a lot with no failures or cam outs. You can see the sets buried in this pic. 6 metric and 7SAE
Anyone knows more about these hex keys? Who made them for Cman and are they of higher quality than regular ones? This seems a bit rare. So I am interested in collecting a set. Thanks!
I am really excited about this new one. I was cruising through HF picking up some supplies and came across a new ICON adjustable light bar that uses the 2100 lumen magnetic puck lights which are probably the best light ever made for working on cars. This will be a game changer especially with my old eyes! FYI The light bar only comes with ONE puck light you have to buy a second one, I figured that one out standing in line lol!
I didn't run into any issues using copper nickle for the brakes and alum line for the fire sup sys. I can see it being an issue trying to do SS lines and will keep it in mind. Thanks for the tip.A little tip for making things easier while flaring lines.....put a piece of 2000 grit or higher sandpaper in the dies where the brake line sits. Obviously not where the flaring takes place, just where the portion of straight line will sit. I have the Eastwood tool and the line every now and then would move while making a flare even with the die holder cranked down super tight. It makes a huge difference and doesn't cause any damage to the line either.
New Mityvac fluid evacuator and a replacement Tekton 10mm 1/4 drive universal socket.
Edit: Weird, having picture uploading issue.
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jwilson645
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Ordered a sample of some new flux core wire to try out on sheet metal. I've only ever ran fluxcore in my Lincoln and need to do some sheetmetal patches soon so before I go buy a bottle and everything to convert to gas, I'm going to see what kind of results I get with this.
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Picked up a Tornador for detailing
Good stuff! Was using mine just last night. I mostly use it for cat hair in cat beds, and cat litter dust on the mats we keep under the litter boxes. I take them out in the driveway and blow away.
Woody1320
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New Milwaukee impact bit set to replace my worn (but trusty) Ryobi kit. Not as many bits as the Ryobi set, but I probably used a fraction of what was included. I added a 1/4 inch socket adapter to the kit. Ordered it from Home Depot yesterday and it arrived today. I can already say that the magnets in those bit adapters are STRONG.
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Picked up some plastic pipe/conduit cutters.
90 20 185 PlastiCut for flexible hoses and conduit, 90 25 25 composite and plastic pipe cutter for up to 26mm - what I'm calling the pizza wheel, and 90 25 40 composite and plastic pipe cutter for 26mm to 40mm.
90 20 185 PlastiCut for flexible hoses and conduit, 90 25 25 composite and plastic pipe cutter for up to 26mm - what I'm calling the pizza wheel, and 90 25 40 composite and plastic pipe cutter for 26mm to 40mm.
Yeah I am going to use it for these pesky small dog hairs that get stuck on everything. It was money well spent. This thing is amazing.
torqueman2002
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I've been waiting for Milwaukee to release their pruning cutters. So, when I spotted this cutter I hopped right on it.
It works great, saving these old hands the trouble of cutting the mid-size branches by hand.
What I didn't notice at first, is these aren't the pruning cutters, but Milwaukee M12 12-Volt Cordless PVC Shear (2470-20). I never noticed until Father's Day. That's when I opened the wrapped box and saw the brand and title.
Oh, it is also great at cutting Schedule 40 electrical PVC conduit!
It works great, saving these old hands the trouble of cutting the mid-size branches by hand.
What I didn't notice at first, is these aren't the pruning cutters, but Milwaukee M12 12-Volt Cordless PVC Shear (2470-20). I never noticed until Father's Day. That's when I opened the wrapped box and saw the brand and title.
Oh, it is also great at cutting Schedule 40 electrical PVC conduit!
torqueman2002
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I know the PVC cutters work great because I'm adding several circuits in my neighbor's garage.
I have been working with the young (mid-20s) couple across the street from us, to wire extra circuits in their garage.
Normally I don't agree to do electrical work for friends, in fact I first told him no when he asked if I could put in an outlet for a refrigerator. After thinking about it for a day we hit upon a plan. I will show him step-by-step what to do and he will pull a permit and have the work inspected.
He's smart and willing to accept direction from someone old enough to be his grandfather.
I bought some tools to make the job go smoother, as well as help him to understand how much torque to use when connecting wire to different electrical terminals.
This is a stubby self-feeding 3/4" auger bit. Very handy for boring holes between studs and joists.
These are 'combination bit' style screwdrivers. They are an excellent fit with the terminal screws used on outlets, switches, circuit breakers, ....
This is an inch-pound variable torque screwdriver. This, I trust, will give my 'apprentice' the correct feel for how tight a terminal needs to be screwed down.
We are making slow progress on Phase I - dedicated GFCI outlet and a separate switched over-head lighting circuit. All run through PVC conduit.
It's fun to do this kind of project again. Now that my garage, basement, and house are updated, I needed a project.
I have been working with the young (mid-20s) couple across the street from us, to wire extra circuits in their garage.
Normally I don't agree to do electrical work for friends, in fact I first told him no when he asked if I could put in an outlet for a refrigerator. After thinking about it for a day we hit upon a plan. I will show him step-by-step what to do and he will pull a permit and have the work inspected.
He's smart and willing to accept direction from someone old enough to be his grandfather.
I bought some tools to make the job go smoother, as well as help him to understand how much torque to use when connecting wire to different electrical terminals.
This is a stubby self-feeding 3/4" auger bit. Very handy for boring holes between studs and joists.
These are 'combination bit' style screwdrivers. They are an excellent fit with the terminal screws used on outlets, switches, circuit breakers, ....
This is an inch-pound variable torque screwdriver. This, I trust, will give my 'apprentice' the correct feel for how tight a terminal needs to be screwed down.
We are making slow progress on Phase I - dedicated GFCI outlet and a separate switched over-head lighting circuit. All run through PVC conduit.
It's fun to do this kind of project again. Now that my garage, basement, and house are updated, I needed a project.
I know the PVC cutters work great because I'm adding several circuits in my neighbor's garage.
I have been working with the young (mid-20s) couple across the street from us, to wire extra circuits in their garage.
Normally I don't agree to do electrical work for friends, in fact I first told him no when he asked if I could put in an outlet for a refrigerator. After thinking about it for a day we hit upon a plan. I will show him step-by-step what to do and he will pull a permit and have the work inspected.
He's smart and willing to accept direction from someone old enough to be his grandfather.
I bought some tools to make the job go smoother, as well as help him to understand how much torque to use when connecting wire to different electrical terminals.
This is a stubby self-feeding 3/4" auger bit. Very handy for boring holes between studs and joists.
These are 'combination bit' style screwdrivers. They are an excellent fit with the terminal screws used on outlets, switches, circuit breakers, ....
This is an inch-pound variable torque screwdriver. This, I trust, will give my 'apprentice' the correct feel for how tight a terminal needs to be screwed down.
We are making slow progress on Phase I - dedicated GFCI outlet and a separate switched over-head lighting circuit. All run through PVC conduit.
It's fun to do this kind of project again. Now that my garage, basement, and house are updated, I needed a project.
Thanks for paying it forward. I wish someone would have done that for me many years ago!
LeeG
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A few packages arrived today. A set of Tekton 3/8" crows foot wrenches in SAE and Metric.
I needed these a few weeks ago and had to make do without, so I picked up a set of these 1/32" parallels from Amazon.
And lastly, because one of you jokers posted this earlier, and I have poor impulse control when it comes to tools.
Lee
I needed these a few weeks ago and had to make do without, so I picked up a set of these 1/32" parallels from Amazon.
And lastly, because one of you jokers posted this earlier, and I have poor impulse control when it comes to tools.
Lee
Re: poor impulse control - especially when they're inexpensiveA few packages arrived today. A set of Tekton 3/8" crows foot wrenches in SAE and Metric.
I needed these a few weeks ago and had to make do without, so I picked up a set of these 1/32" parallels from Amazon.
And lastly, because one of you jokers posted this earlier, and I have poor impulse control when it comes to tools.
Lee
Got some Snap-on.
FLLF80, just in time for the upcoming FLLF100 to render it obsolete:
I hesitated between this and the FLF80A but figured I could more easily replicate the function of the FLF80A with non-Snap-on tools in the future. If I had known the FLLF100 would have a much shallower head I might have waited, but no big deal. The FLLF100 drops the reversed-fork design for better or worse. Anyway, I’ll enjoy using this FLLF80 for the rest of my life if I’m lucky.
46ACF pliers:
I’ve always liked the design of Snap-on pliers and especially their slip-joint pliers. Incredibly versatile.
Torx 1/4″-drive universal bit socket set:
These are beautifully made except for one important detail: the drive-side joint of the T20 socket is unusably stiff (others are all perfect). It’s all I can do to bend it with my fingertips. Unimpressive at the price. Any suggestions for fixing that myself?
XBM605A double-ended ring spanner set, 10º offset:
I’ve been thinking of buying these for years and finally pulled the trigger after a few price increases. They’re flat-out gorgeous. This will become my first-line spanner set.
SSDMR4B ratcheting screwdriver:
This is an old design and looks it, but it’s also a good design. The back-drag of the ratchet mechanism is amazingly low and there is minimal play between shank and handle. I was also interested in the included bits, which are probably common in America but have unusual features by European standards.
FLLF80, just in time for the upcoming FLLF100 to render it obsolete:
I hesitated between this and the FLF80A but figured I could more easily replicate the function of the FLF80A with non-Snap-on tools in the future. If I had known the FLLF100 would have a much shallower head I might have waited, but no big deal. The FLLF100 drops the reversed-fork design for better or worse. Anyway, I’ll enjoy using this FLLF80 for the rest of my life if I’m lucky.
46ACF pliers:
I’ve always liked the design of Snap-on pliers and especially their slip-joint pliers. Incredibly versatile.
Torx 1/4″-drive universal bit socket set:
These are beautifully made except for one important detail: the drive-side joint of the T20 socket is unusably stiff (others are all perfect). It’s all I can do to bend it with my fingertips. Unimpressive at the price. Any suggestions for fixing that myself?
XBM605A double-ended ring spanner set, 10º offset:
I’ve been thinking of buying these for years and finally pulled the trigger after a few price increases.
They’re flat-out gorgeous. This will become my first-line spanner set.SSDMR4B ratcheting screwdriver:
This is an old design and looks it, but it’s also a good design. The back-drag of the ratchet mechanism is amazingly low and there is minimal play between shank and handle. I was also interested in the included bits, which are probably common in America but have unusual features by European standards.
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Wamsutta
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What camera did you use if you don't mind me asking?Picked up some plastic pipe/conduit cutters.
90 20 185 PlastiCut for flexible hoses and conduit, 90 25 25 composite and plastic pipe cutter for up to 26mm - what I'm calling the pizza wheel, and 90 25 40 composite and plastic pipe cutter for 26mm to 40mm.
Wamsutta
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What camera did you use if you don't mind me asking?Finally got the LN46ACF that was backordered.Also got a few sockets to fill out some sets.
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joel63
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No problem. I used a iPad Air 4th Generation..
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This place has cost me hundreds of dollars over the years. I'm so grateful for it.
That's amazing. I'm sure they really appreciate it and it's fantastic you're teaching them. Our former neighbor taught my dad how to wire outlets when he was finishing our basement. He and his wife ended up becoming our un-official grandparents.
I know the PVC cutters work great because I'm adding several circuits in my neighbor's garage.
I have been working with the young (mid-20s) couple across the street from us, to wire extra circuits in their garage.
Normally I don't agree to do electrical work for friends, in fact I first told him no when he asked if I could put in an outlet for a refrigerator. After thinking about it for a day we hit upon a plan. I will show him step-by-step what to do and he will pull a permit and have the work inspected.
He's smart and willing to accept direction from someone old enough to be his grandfather.
I bought some tools to make the job go smoother, as well as help him to understand how much torque to use when connecting wire to different electrical terminals.
This is a stubby self-feeding 3/4" auger bit. Very handy for boring holes between studs and joists.
These are 'combination bit' style screwdrivers. They are an excellent fit with the terminal screws used on outlets, switches, circuit breakers, ....
This is an inch-pound variable torque screwdriver. This, I trust, will give my 'apprentice' the correct feel for how tight a terminal needs to be screwed down.
We are making slow progress on Phase I - dedicated GFCI outlet and a separate switched over-head lighting circuit. All run through PVC conduit.
It's fun to do this kind of project again. Now that my garage, basement, and house are updated, I needed a project.
Those look like handy tools for the job (and ones I never knew existed!).
If you're ever in need of a road-trip electrical project out in MA, let me know! My shed and garage could use some help...
Mike
Bryan Burns
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Plastic chisels. Hang holes by me.
Plastic chisels. Hang holes by me.
I bought a set of three like that, by Neiko, and blue. They sure come in handy for a lot of odd jobs!
stonesfan68
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I know SO charges a premium for their products, but $61/each for a 1/4-inch drive Torx bit socket is outrageous, even with a built-in universal joint!Torx 1/4″-drive universal bit socket set:
These are beautifully made except for one important detail: the drive-side joint of the T20 socket is unusably stiff (others are all perfect). It’s all I can do to bend it with my fingertips. Unimpressive at the price. Any suggestions for fixing that myself?
No argument from me. I wouldn’t have paid that and got them because they were on sale here in NL.
Would be happy if the T20 wasn’t so stiff.
Trying to take full advantage of the Klein sale at HD. Got a few more items.Went to another HD and grabbed another Klein. That is a huge upgrade relative to the Companion I got 20 years ago from Sears. (I had no idea about tools then.) For $20 that is a terrific deal for a 2000 series 9 inch cutter. The little 7'' ChannelLock is $27.
I like the adjustable length screw driver a lot ever since I watched a guy on YouTube using it to fix some appliance. The adjustable shank feature is even more desirable than ratcheting to me. It was still marked at $19.**. But I scanned it and it turns out to be $11.**. I will take it for sure.
The angle head **** seems not as a good deal as the 2000 series regular cutter at the same price ($20). It is still available while the heavy duty **** is gone. I hesitated a bit but still got it. Buying it at $20 is not very likely in the future.
I get the 6-in-1 tool because the crimper is at the front and other better crimpers are not on clearance, yet. I will return this one if I can get hold one of the better ones later. There are plenty of them on the shelf. Not a very hot deal at $14.
I am super jealous of those who can get the 7-piece nut driver set at $28. I am not so lucky and the two piece set at $13 is all I can get. But I gave up and get it anyway. 1/4 and 5/16 are the only two sizes I use regularly. Fighting with a screw or nut at the tip of a non-magnetic nut driver is not fun.
Well, I'm jealous of you for finding the magnetic hollow 2 nut driver set. My local HD have been out of stock. 7 pcs set is nice but these were non-magnetic which is a bummer (but still got them for $28).Trying to take full advantage of the Klein sale at HD. Got a few more items.
I like the adjustable length screw driver a lot ever since I watched a guy on YouTube using it to fix some appliance. The adjustable shank feature is even more desirable than ratcheting to me. It was still marked at $19.**. But I scanned it and it turns out to be $11.**. I will take it for sure.
The angle head **** seems not as a good deal as the 2000 series regular cutter at the same price ($20). It is still available while the heavy duty **** is gone. I hesitated a bit but still got it. Buying it at $20 is not very likely in the future.
I get the 6-in-1 tool because the crimper is at the front and other better crimpers are not on clearance, yet. I will return this one if I can get hold one of the better ones later. There are plenty of them on the shelf. Not a very hot deal at $14.
I am super jealous of those who can get the 7-piece nut driver set at $28. I am not so lucky and the two piece set at $13 is all I can get. But I gave up and get it anyway. 1/4 and 5/16 are the only two sizes I use regularly. Fighting with a screw or nut at the tip of a non-magnetic nut driver is not fun.
Your $28 is well spent anyway. I actually don’t deal with nuts a lot. I mostly need to work with sheet metal screws on appliances. So hollow shaft is not required. I am looking to get some magnetic short nut drivers to use with the Klein adjustable shaft screwdriver. If that works, that’s perfect.
MWEric
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New purchases from the SO dealer.
Very nice.
If that’s the high-leverage pliers, I was wondering how much force you really gain after friction. Friction will rise with load, so even if the pliers feel light to open and close in mid-air, the friction might take its toll when squeezing hard. But are they stiff even in mid-air?
I see the lil spanner set is $2,765.00. Right outta my league, LOL.
MWEric
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I didn’t pay that much. A tad over half that thought. As far as the pliers, very loose on the open and close. They clamp down pretty hard.
Was checking out the tool section while my wife perused an estate sale store today. Found this little Greenfield (USA made) t-handle tucked away in a can down low. So added it to the pile and got it for a buck ($20 online it seems). So, I can finally stop using a socket on my small taps...
MooseCustomMotors
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I hope it’s better than their older short barrel .401 air hammer. The older .401 isn’t bad, but it does not hit like a snap on air hammer. I think I tested vs a ph3050?
Got a few things from my favorite Astro supplier. Picked up another metric NANO socket set so, I have a socket set per each of my 78318 long NANO socket ratcheting wrench handles. I would really like to see a 10-12 inch long handle version soon. Maybe a beefier retaining ring too.
I also picked a digital tire inflator, and the new Thor .401 long barrel air hammer.
I have only fondled the air hammer but, it's a lot heavier than my other air hammers. I'll see if I can find something to beat into submission at work to see if it's a heavy hitter. I wanted something beefier but, I wanted the .401 shank since I have a drawer full of bits.
It’s still a great hammer but not the top dog.
To be fair the PH3050 is one of the best .401 shank air hammers on the market.