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When I decide its time to expand the M12 collection that is on the list!
2ndGearRubber
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That's a great size comparison.
Well, no ****. Yes, if I push on the lever it will free wheel. Finally splurge on some Snap-On and get a turd lol.
Any idea how they address this? Ordered from Snap-on directly if that matters.
KnurledNut
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I picked up some very reasonably priced Irwin T15 6” bits from Cripe.
Their pictures are typically not very good, but I liked what I could see of the dimensions, the finish, and the claim of USA made.
Much to my surprise the bits are Zephyr, sealed and labeled in Irwin packaging! Huh?!
Real head scratcher. Im not sure whats going on but am certainly happy with the purchase.
They also included a nice sticker. SWAG is worth mentioning!
Their pictures are typically not very good, but I liked what I could see of the dimensions, the finish, and the claim of USA made.
Much to my surprise the bits are Zephyr, sealed and labeled in Irwin packaging! Huh?!
Real head scratcher. Im not sure whats going on but am certainly happy with the purchase.
They also included a nice sticker. SWAG is worth mentioning!
demarpaint
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I'd give them a call. They're supposed to have a rebuild kit to address the problem. Let me know what you find out. My dealer installed the kit for a few people and it didn't help. Thanks!
Won't have time to call today so dropped them an email. Auto-responder said to expect 3 days before hearing back. Will be looking to either get a full refund, or if I wanted to exchange for a different long handle 3/8" flex head which model should I have ordered?
Your question on back drag... all I can say is that my Proto 3/8" 90-tooth is better in every way, lighter & more crisp. Maybe not fair to compare NIB to "broken in", but based on this experience if they'll do a full refund I may just get another Proto.
demarpaint
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I hear ya! I'm sure they'll make it right. You can keep the tool too, some people are calling it a feature, others claim no one pushes down on the direction lever. I did working in a tight place because I was having problems, not something that happens often but it happens. In any event the Dual 80 is still a great choice too! I have a few 90 tooth Proto ratchets, and truth be told I think they're under rated!!! Opinions vary.
There's a good chance they'll reply to you today, they do get back to you fast. The few times I dealt with their CS I found it to be very good!
You were right, they were very responsive. Long story short, I'll have to eat return shipping but will otherwise get a full refund.
Eat return shipping for a defective item? Seems horrible.
They don't seem to agree that it is defective. Per their customer support "...the performance of the ratchet is not affected".
02Xterra
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Stopped by Lowe's for some felt pads, left with some other items 
. My local store was clearing out craftsman and gator sandpaper for $2-4 each. Snagged the Swanson square & razor blade knife for $8, as I have been wanting to get one lately, but DeWalt, but Milwaukee and Klein's are so thick for pocket carry. The Swanson here is half the thickness
Local estate sale finds!
SK bit driver with 4 bits, Snap-on 3/8" and Wright 1/2" extension, Williams t-handle bar and 6" adjustable, Ullman USA mirror, and other items for $12
. My local store was clearing out craftsman and gator sandpaper for $2-4 each. Snagged the Swanson square & razor blade knife for $8, as I have been wanting to get one lately, but DeWalt, but Milwaukee and Klein's are so thick for pocket carry. The Swanson here is half the thicknessLocal estate sale finds!
SK bit driver with 4 bits, Snap-on 3/8" and Wright 1/2" extension, Williams t-handle bar and 6" adjustable, Ullman USA mirror, and other items for $12
Looks nice. Where can I get one?A shorter underhoist stand for my scissor lift (or maxjax etc).
KnurledNut
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demarpaint
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I had a feeling they were going to tell you that, and that there is nothing wrong with the tool. I don't understand why the only ratchet they make that freewheels when you put pressure on the direction lever is the 100 tooth ratchet. You think they'd have that worked out.
Im really surprised these hit the market. I’ve handled one on the truck, the dual pawls are way smoother. SO is known for their ratchets, and high prices lol, and this isn’t even a lateral “upgrade” compared to the 80. I guess the thinner head and machined selector is nicer.
demarpaint
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I'm wondering if they'll redesign them and slowly phase out what has been made and is sitting in inventory, or just leave them as is and state "the performance of the ratchet is not affected" and run with that if questioned.
Qualitytools
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The top of that looks a lot like my ESCO jack stands. Thank you for sharingA shorter underhoist stand for my scissor lift (or maxjax etc).
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Recently retired and moved from MD to a small farm in IL.
Pole barn won't be built until Sep/Oct and I got tired of digging through movers boxes for tools while renovating the house.
Picked up a HF cart which I couldn't be happier with.
Pole barn won't be built until Sep/Oct and I got tired of digging through movers boxes for tools while renovating the house.
Picked up a HF cart which I couldn't be happier with.
Recently retired and moved from MD to a small farm in IL.
Pole barn won't be built until Sep/Oct and I got tired of digging through movers boxes for tools while renovating the house.
Picked up a HF cart which I couldn't be happier with.
That's a good looking cart. I really like the grey - very clean. I don't have a need, or space, for one but that would be high on the list if I did. Looks like a good combo of drawers too.
four.cycle
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Titan 51045 trim removal tool
Impulse buy at O'Reilly's Auto Parts - $6.99
O.A.L. = 9"
I'm sorry for saying this, I bought a cheap set of plastic trim pry tools on Amazon. It came with 2 pry tools that look exactly like that for free. Never did find a use for them. Got a new job working on cars again, we mostly work on interiors on various makes & models so I took em to work. I still haven't found a use for them. The angle bent on them is way too much to be useful. I've had em long enough & I think I'll just give em away. I hope you have better luck with it than I did.
Titan 51045 trim removal tool
Impulse buy at O'Reilly's Auto Parts - $6.99
O.A.L. = 9"
That type of trim tool excels at exterior plugs, i.e. splash guards, roof racks, and certain headliner fasteners.
I agree there are different, more efficient pry tools for door cards/larger interior panels.
I/we remove & reinstall bumper covers, splash guards, & headliners quite often as well. Still haven't found that identical tool to be useful. I have tools that are similar that work well, just these the bend is way too steep & hasn't been useful for me or my coworker (his are blue but identical).
These are the ones that came free in the set. This is the photo from the listing but the ones I got (ends) look more like that Titan.
The pliers style only work on certain types of push pins, plastic rivets, plastic retainers, or whatever you call them. Those I don't actually use at work.
I mostly use a skin wedge & this HF set (we call em panel poppersl that my work supplies us. The HF set actuay works pretty well for most things, well it's just 2 of them that I use. The skin wedge I keep in my back pocket daily & I use it for all sorts of stuff.
I got these not too long ago (couldn't find if there was a name brand one). Been using it a lot more lately & works really well on the more stubborn clips.
I mostly use a skin wedge & this HF set (we call em panel poppersl that my work supplies us. The HF set actuay works pretty well for most things, well it's just 2 of them that I use. The skin wedge I keep in my back pocket daily & I use it for all sorts of stuff.
I got these not too long ago (couldn't find if there was a name brand one). Been using it a lot more lately & works really well on the more stubborn clips.
Qualitytools
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Good feedback
four.cycle
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darkzero said:
Not a problem at all. I don't have any kind of ego investment in tools - just money.
This one wasn't a whole lot of money, and I won't have any issues returning it.
Actually grabbed this for my buddy - I gave him a set of "Vessel" trim tools at Christmas, but he mentioned they were lacking something, so I grabbed that unit yesterday while I was waiting for them to chop me off a piece of heater hose.
Good information if it spares somebody else the trouble of finding out the tool is useless.
Was long after a 3/8 long flexhead. Really wanted to try the FHLF80A but price and hassle of importing from US to Europe made me look for an alternative.
Stahlwille 452QR, 80 teeth. That thing is a jewel, awesome quality and half back drag from Hazet 90tooth ratchets, mechanism is smooth like a watch. Locks in 4 angles but I don't think it will be an issue.
Compared to Hazet 3/8 ratchet
Compared to Hazet 1/2" ratchet
Also got these lockable 1/4" extensions 6" and 15" plus cardan link (sp??). Everything locks with the button, no more looking for that 10mm socket in the engine bay. Haven't seen anyone else making these except Stahlwille (in Europe that is).
Everything bought from Amazon de
Stahlwille 452QR, 80 teeth. That thing is a jewel, awesome quality and half back drag from Hazet 90tooth ratchets, mechanism is smooth like a watch. Locks in 4 angles but I don't think it will be an issue.
Compared to Hazet 3/8 ratchet
Compared to Hazet 1/2" ratchet
Also got these lockable 1/4" extensions 6" and 15" plus cardan link (sp??). Everything locks with the button, no more looking for that 10mm socket in the engine bay. Haven't seen anyone else making these except Stahlwille (in Europe that is).
Everything bought from Amazon de
2ndGearRubber
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Earlier this year, snap on came out with a set of all 3 sizes of techangle torque wrenches, in a foam slab. No part number existed I could find for just the foam, which is all I wanted as I already owned the torque wrenches.
Enter CT Tools. $110, several colors available. Can't wait for my torque wrenches to stop rolling around.
Enter CT Tools. $110, several colors available. Can't wait for my torque wrenches to stop rolling around.
Great day for me, Kennedy 297XB roller and a 526XB Signature chest, both like new and 600 dollars total off FB marketplace. I wanted the roller to put my Gerstner on, but may use the chest as is. I swear machinists take better care of their equipment after looking at a couple used rollers.
Also got SO mid 1/4 sae set from EBay, and an M12 3/8 stubby from HD. They had an online-only “free battery” promo, but a Milwaukee rep was at my local HD and he gave me a new battery.
Also got SO mid 1/4 sae set from EBay, and an M12 3/8 stubby from HD. They had an online-only “free battery” promo, but a Milwaukee rep was at my local HD and he gave me a new battery.
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Very nice. I’ll have to check them out. I’ve not had any foam before, but recently got a wrench kit that came with it. I like the organization method a lot.
Earlier this year, snap on came out with a set of all 3 sizes of techangle torque wrenches, in a foam slab. No part number existed I could find for just the foam, which is all I wanted as I already owned the torque wrenches.
Enter CT Tools. $110, several colors available. Can't wait for my torque wrenches to stop rolling around.
Very nice. I’ll have to check them out. I’ve not had any foam before, but recently got a wrench kit that came with it. I like the organization method a lot.