Ohio Andy
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Thanks, that's exactly what I wanted to know... I've heard a lot about the snap-on handles, but I've never used a snap-on and I heard these Williams are pretty close
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Swanny1953
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Took the '65 GTO to weekly dinner with the guys last night, and all the lights pulsed. There is a high pitched squeal with the same cadence as the pulsing lights, but we couldn't isolate where it was coming from. It's not speed dependent - kinda weird.
Decided to try one of these decibel meters to help isolate the noise - ordered after dinner last night, and was sitting on the porch when I got up this morning.
Hopefully, it will help me isolate/diagnose the problem.
Decided to try one of these decibel meters to help isolate the noise - ordered after dinner last night, and was sitting on the porch when I got up this morning.
Hopefully, it will help me isolate/diagnose the problem.
Skyman
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Slipping alternator belt?
slik560
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Picked up a newer version of a very handy tool that has bailed me out numerous times. These simple little ratcheting bit drivers are great for tight spots. I've actually loaned it to an electrician and the guys that delivered an un-assembled treadmill - both swearing that there were going to add one to their tool array. [the old General Tool one is at left in the photo]
The new version is a small kit with a ****-load of bits - mostly Torx. Both Porsche and Mercedes have a habit of putting Torx fasteners in the damnedest places.
I also got a set of Steelman low-profile [flat] Torx screwdrivers - for those extra-hard-to-reach places.
Small stuff that can have a big impact when you actually need them.
The new version is a small kit with a ****-load of bits - mostly Torx. Both Porsche and Mercedes have a habit of putting Torx fasteners in the damnedest places.
I also got a set of Steelman low-profile [flat] Torx screwdrivers - for those extra-hard-to-reach places.
Small stuff that can have a big impact when you actually need them.
Picked up a newer version of a very handy tool that has bailed me out numerous times. These simple little ratcheting bit drivers are great for tight spots. I've actually loaned it to an electrician and the guys that delivered an un-assembled treadmill - both swearing that there were going to add one to their tool array. [the old General Tool one is at left in the photo]
The new version is a small kit with a ****-load of bits - mostly Torx. Both Porsche and Mercedes have a habit of putting Torx fasteners in the damnedest places.
I also got a set of Steelman low-profile [flat] Torx screwdrivers - for those extra-hard-to-reach places.
Small stuff that can have a big impact when you actually need them.
Wow, those flat wrenches are very interesting!
Does anyone make an extra-slim ratcheting driver? Sort of like combining those two ideas? That would be handy under a dash.
Mike
Swanny1953
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Unlikely - cadence of noise and dimming does not change with RPM.
Other suggestions welcomed!!
tiredoldironworker
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Yep 2ndgear, 2019 charger pursuit from NC Highway Patrol!
slik560
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I did not find anything like that, or else I would have grabbed one. The flat ones seemed to be the thinnest, but do not ratchet.
cody1325
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Mine, er, um, no. It's last minute Christmas stuff for a family friend visiting later today.
The cheaper odds and ends I should've bought in advance (and in bulk for people who show up) were all gone. Thus, I had to do some substitution.
Rite in the Rain notebook and mechanical pencil (I've EDC'd an identical pair for months--Rite in the Rain notebooks are the only ones whose covers don't self-destruct--plus they're US made!), Craftsman precision bit driver (as I couldn't find any more of the Klein "pocket" driver in plumbing), Kobalt 1/4" socket set (for the around the house toolbox, my set is all I carry these days), Craftsman 8" tape measure with magnet (they were out of the 6 footers with keyring), Klein 7" Pliers Wrench (as they were out of the dirt cheap, but nice Kobalt sets), and $5 Ozark Trail Bugout clone (the only thing I bought in bulk--a half dozen first thing this month). All wrapped up in a Klein canvas bag and camo 5-gallon bucket. Decided I'd throw the box of screws in too--pricey when you need them, and someone had tossed them in the bucket I picked up.
It feels kind of weird when I admit I did half my shopping in the plumbing aisle...
Eventually, I'll get myself a pair of the 7" Klein Pliers Wrench. These aren't too bad for the price. The zippers on the Klein bags are better, but I stick with the dirt cheap Hobby Lobby canvas bags for my own use.
My idea of gift wrap....
The cheaper odds and ends I should've bought in advance (and in bulk for people who show up) were all gone. Thus, I had to do some substitution.
Rite in the Rain notebook and mechanical pencil (I've EDC'd an identical pair for months--Rite in the Rain notebooks are the only ones whose covers don't self-destruct--plus they're US made!), Craftsman precision bit driver (as I couldn't find any more of the Klein "pocket" driver in plumbing), Kobalt 1/4" socket set (for the around the house toolbox, my set is all I carry these days), Craftsman 8" tape measure with magnet (they were out of the 6 footers with keyring), Klein 7" Pliers Wrench (as they were out of the dirt cheap, but nice Kobalt sets), and $5 Ozark Trail Bugout clone (the only thing I bought in bulk--a half dozen first thing this month). All wrapped up in a Klein canvas bag and camo 5-gallon bucket. Decided I'd throw the box of screws in too--pricey when you need them, and someone had tossed them in the bucket I picked up.
It feels kind of weird when I admit I did half my shopping in the plumbing aisle...
Eventually, I'll get myself a pair of the 7" Klein Pliers Wrench. These aren't too bad for the price. The zippers on the Klein bags are better, but I stick with the dirt cheap Hobby Lobby canvas bags for my own use.
My idea of gift wrap....
Ohio Andy
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Thought you were supposed to use a banana for scale rather than a quarterAdded a set of number drill bits to the collection. I needed to enlarge a carb jet and these worked great.
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GX460DIYguy
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Should be able to for a little bit without it getting hot.
Fedwrench
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Beerhippie
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If the belt also drives the water pump DON'T!
If there's another accessory to use as a tensioner, you should be able to get a smaller belt and leave the alternator out.
GX460DIYguy
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If the car is cooled off he could run the car for less than 30 seconds to rule some stuff out.
2ndGearRubber
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FWIW if you only need to clear engine codes related to the check engine lamp, you can use OBDII generic mode. Even without autoauth and software it's federal law so they had to leave the option to clear codes on the generic side. Between that and basic live data, OE side or generic, you can get around some things.
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Ohio Andy
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I think I will give them a try.... Thanks for the encouragement
You should give Williams a try if you’re interested. I can’t tell the difference.
demarpaint
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I burnt up the rest of a gift card on one of these. It will come in handy for a couple of projects. I got it with another battery, charger and tool bag. DEWALT 20V Max XR Oscillating Multi-Tool, Variable Speed, Tool Only (DCS356B).
tyyost
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I was just thinking I “needed” a set of 1/4 impacts to match the hanson racks of 1/2 and 3/8 in the toolbox…Tekton 1/4 drive metric impact socket set. Nice gold size markings, tiny stamped size too. widest range of sizes for 1/4 drive.
Great choice, the quick-release blade lock is SO niceI burnt up the rest of a gift card on one of these. It will come in handy for a couple of projects. I got it with another battery, charger and tool bag. DEWALT 20V Max XR Oscillating Multi-Tool, Variable Speed, Tool Only (DCS356B).
nicks78camaro
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I burnt up the rest of a gift card on one of these. It will come in handy for a couple of projects. I got it with another battery, charger and tool bag. DEWALT 20V Max XR Oscillating Multi-Tool, Variable Speed, Tool Only (DCS356B).
You'll use it for way more than you know. Great tool
Mr. Roboto
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Lil' Japanese coindriver, a gift for a friend of mine with a lot of photography gear.
$16.90ish, Japan.
Welp, here is a tool that I did not know existed that I now need to own. Thanks!
Should have put a roll of that toilet paper in a Ziploc bag and included it too.Mine, er, um, no. It's last minute Christmas stuff for a family friend visiting later today.
The cheaper odds and ends I should've bought in advance (and in bulk for people who show up) were all gone. Thus, I had to do some substitution.
Rite in the Rain notebook and mechanical pencil (I've EDC'd an identical pair for months--Rite in the Rain notebooks are the only ones whose covers don't self-destruct--plus they're US made!), Craftsman precision bit driver (as I couldn't find any more of the Klein "pocket" driver in plumbing), Kobalt 1/4" socket set (for the around the house toolbox, my set is all I carry these days), Craftsman 8" tape measure with magnet (they were out of the 6 footers with keyring), Klein 7" Pliers Wrench (as they were out of the dirt cheap, but nice Kobalt sets), and $5 Ozark Trail Bugout clone (the only thing I bought in bulk--a half dozen first thing this month). All wrapped up in a Klein canvas bag and camo 5-gallon bucket. Decided I'd throw the box of screws in too--pricey when you need them, and someone had tossed them in the bucket I picked up.
It feels kind of weird when I admit I did half my shopping in the plumbing aisle...
Eventually, I'll get myself a pair of the 7" Klein Pliers Wrench. These aren't too bad for the price. The zippers on the Klein bags are better, but I stick with the dirt cheap Hobby Lobby canvas bags for my own use.
My idea of gift wrap....
Obligatory Wera advent calendar booty...
I also opened my last day as well. Love the Wera Advent Calendars!
GX460DIYguy
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Did pretty well today. Found a bunch of old snap on, mac, and other USA made tools for cheap. There’s also an old snap on 40oz wooden handled ball peen that is not in the picture. Got it all including the hammer for $15. Those snap on 131a pliers are $140 new. Also picked up a bunch of snap on 3/8 and 1/4 sockets and extensions that I didn’t get pics of yet. 
You should give Williams a try if you’re interested. I can’t tell the difference.
I agree. Just looking at and using this generation of Snap-on, Williams, and CAT screwdrivers, I can’t tell the difference either.
This is about ninety-some percent of my Snap-on, Williams, and CAT screwdrivers. Before Covid, you could get CAT screwdrivers for cheaper than Williams.
Ohio Andy
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The red ones look like the made in USA Mayhew driversI agree. Just looking at and using this generation of Snap-on, Williams, and CAT screwdrivers, I can’t tell the difference either.
This is about ninety-some percent of my Snap-on, Williams, and CAT screwdrivers. Before Covid, you could get CAT screwdrivers for cheaper than Williams.
Mayhew Tools 26028C Pro Series Screwdriver Set, 5-Piece Slotted & Phillips Set, Red
Just realized those are a trilobe
GX460DIYguy
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Maybe the only snap on hard handle stuff I’ve messed with other than ratchets have been the mini styled handles. I do remember using a longer Phillips hard handle from them and it seemed pretty thin.
Andy, the red handled ones are racing edition Snap-on #1 Phillips.
Ohio Andy
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Oh, this is what the standard look like
Snap-On 8 Piece Screwdriver Set, 5 Flats/3 Phillips, Part #SGDX80BR
Mrs Claus was good to me and it matched up with the HF 12 days of Christmas sale.
Soooo I gave my son the real deal Mercian made SK set as his gift
And he got me this
I don’t care what the wife says. I raised my boy right
I did not know that SK made tools in the midlands. The English members will be surprised by the news.