Madjik Man
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I thought this was @BlakeTheCarGuy at first and I was like damn, Blake’s ballin’ now with that watch.
I see what you did there
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I see what you did there
My Uncle Chris was an astronaut and he could diagnose anything electrical and he only had two lights!
From an old Utica catalog, I think I downloaded it from http://www.alloy-artifacts.org back in the day.
More information: http://www.alloy-artifacts.org/utica-tool.html#utica-1300-8in-early
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Olli
shoggoth80
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Does it count if it's a replacement? One of the cars ate my 10mm impact... So snagged from Amazon for $3. 
Picked up some sockets for the enclosed trailer and decided to grab some actual no mar lug nut sockets while I was at it .
The magnetic pick up 2pc set was on sale for $1.79, I grabbed 2 sets.
The magnetic pick up 2pc set was on sale for $1.79, I grabbed 2 sets.
What is this enclosed trailer being used for that you would need sockets?
I was assuming it's a car hauler / toy hauler type of thing.
. . . enclosed race trailer. . . .
If you're bored.
Nutts Enclosed Trailer project
I've been debating where to start this thread over the last day or so. I've decided to put it here in Free parking yet I might merge it with my Garage Refurb thread as it will be an extension of the garage. Since I have finally got back to racing this past Summer, the wife, with her blessing...
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four.cycle
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Hmmm... not the place for it, really. That kit is designed for "clean" work - electronics, cell phones, cameras, and such.
My buddy needs to get inside a surveillance camera - the unit is only about the size of a tennis ball.
Unfortunately, the tiny "Torx" head screws are recessed down in a hole, and the bits in that set are about a quarter-of-an-inch shy of being able to engage the head of the screw, so he's going to need something along the line of a "long reach" bit - in a teeny-tiny size.
Not even sure if something like that is made. It would have to be a smaller drive size (like the 4mm drive bits in that kit) because the size of the hole won't allow for the standard 1/4" hex bits which are more common.
My comment about the zipper was because... there are zippers, and there are zippers.
I have zippers on outdoor equipment that have lasted for years and years and years and years without problems, and I've had zippers fail.
Cost me $80 bucks to get the zipper replaced on my day pack. I'd be lucky to even find anyone to do the work these days.
Replacing the zipper on that little kit would be a non-starter. Ergo: I'm hoping they are using a good-quality zipper.
I hear you on the zippers. I have a sewing machine (no clue how to use it, but willing to learn). Unfortunately, I haven't found a YouTube video showing how to replace a zipper.
My mother was a sewing freak, even made a wedding dress for my oldest cousin. But, she despised working with zippers.
And you're right, finding a professional (or even an amateur with a side hustle) seamstress isn't as easy as it used to be, either.
BTW, do any of you have GOOD suggestions on how to free a stuck zipper on something that's been exposed to salt?
Mike
My mother was a sewing freak, even made a wedding dress for my oldest cousin. But, she despised working with zippers.
And you're right, finding a professional (or even an amateur with a side hustle) seamstress isn't as easy as it used to be, either.
BTW, do any of you have GOOD suggestions on how to free a stuck zipper on something that's been exposed to salt?
Mike
Professor Gascan
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I freed up a frozen zipper with a few drops of wd40. After I got it moving I rubbed some candle wax on the teeth and worked it until it was smooth again.
I was going to say candle wax or paraffin for the zipper.
Beerhippie
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Someone put those tiny fasteners in there--so the tool exists.
For zippers, I use a light application of silicone spray lube--put it on a cloth and rub into the zipper teeth.
I was thinking the same. Maybe a socket isn't the way to go (think long-handled Allen wrenches).
Mike
Just make sure they’re either sandalwood or jasmine scented so your zippers stays nice and relaxed afterwards
BobsYourUncle69
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I haven't a clue why i bought this. It seemed like a good idea at the time
Gedore 1B 50mm , Ive included a 25mm for size comparison. Thought it would be something nice to hang on the wall, I'm not likely to ever use it unless I want to start pulling subway stations apart.
Gedore 1B 50mm , Ive included a 25mm for size comparison. Thought it would be something nice to hang on the wall, I'm not likely to ever use it unless I want to start pulling subway stations apart.
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BobsYourUncle69
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That was my thought when buying it but now I'm not so sure. I'll see , maybe, maybe not.
wax is the usual lubricant for zippers. You can buy special zipper lubricant, but a candle, a block of beeswax or gulf paraffin wax work just about as well.
There are some longer 4mm bits, but an actual screwdriver is usually a better choice. ifixit sell a number of them in tiny sizes, probably including the ones you need.
This set goes down to T2:
Mike
Mike
Ohio Andy
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I remember correctly the iFixit set has gray lettering with a black background and I found it difficult to read on my set from. I fix it. Everything seems nice, just hard to read, but I have the bits, not the individual drivers.
I considered buying the t1 on the t2 bits but decided to stick with just the bits.
Snap-on SHRLF80A - 1/2" extra long. Not sure why I didn't have one of these before.
I've got one similar, thanks to the consensus at GJ here, just not quick release but with locking (or not locking) indexing. It is a good thing to have!!
I"m not sure if there was a misunderstanding here. I was suggesting greasing the zipper, and gave an Amazon link to a small grease stick that is good for zippers, windows in old houses, etc. It doesn't take much, and it gives struggling zippers or perhaps cheap zippers a better chance at functioning well. Others have since chimed in with other good zipper lubes.
I'd never thought of it until I bought that grease stick for some very old house windows, read the packaging. Would love to do the sleeping bags' zippers, but I don't know what it means to a bear's nose.
Someday, when you're old or maybe after you're gone, somebody else will buy it for no good reason, either.
Meursault74
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Fedwrench
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Astro Greatness in the form of their 78105 1/4 5 piece NANO drive size adapter set and their 78305 3/8 drive 5 piece NANO drive adapter set. These are great little sets that will enhance the capabilities of your NANO socket ratchets and drive tools. The 1/4 drive set includes: a 1/4 hex magnetic bit holding socket, a 1/4 square drive male, a 3/8 square drive male, a 1/4 square wobble plus, and a 1/2 drive male. All NANO adapters feature 1/4 square drive or the 11mm hex base. Gives you a very wide range of options for the VIM FRW11, or any of the other 11 mm dual drive/NANO drive tools with a very low profile tool. The 78305 set offers you the same adapters in 3/8 drive or 17mm hex base. Both sets come on a nice aluminum rail. Now, if only Astro would release the 78320 NANO hex/torx/triple square bit set, I would be NANO complete. 
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Got a #2 Philllips stubby by Stanley for my road bag. My old Wiha for comparison. The Wiha's about 3mm fatter in the handle but I can't complain, the Stanley is equally grippy.
I couldn't find any COO so I can't say it's FACOM/Bost made in Fronce. Tip does have some coating, the rest of my new Stanleys were blasted but are otherwise slippery/chromey.
$10ish Amazon.
I couldn't find any COO so I can't say it's FACOM/Bost made in Fronce. Tip does have some coating, the rest of my new Stanleys were blasted but are otherwise slippery/chromey.
$10ish Amazon.
Stanley 67-055 Stubby FatMax Phillips Screwdriver - Amazon.com
Stanley 67-055 Stubby FatMax Phillips Screwdriver - Amazon.com
www.amazon.com
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cody1325
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Honestly, that's most of my old Williams wrenches, save for two '50s Superrenches I cleaned up and put in my box as regular-use wrenches. They're so old, they're USS sizes (not across-the flats). As I understand, they came off the railroad, and were likely used on old steam engines of the era.
The only one I use is a "7/8" (USS, so actually more than 1") spud-type wrench. I use the spud end to align bolt holes or stuff I slide pins into.
Heck, the last time I recall even dragging out a wrench over 1" was when I dragged out my 1 1/8 to remove the hitch ball from the UTV to replace it with a hook.
Couldn’t resist the truck while at the shop i use for my old cars…. These are the best ratcheting screwdrivers and i have a lot of them (pb Swiss Klein etc). The hard handle is older and had that a while. I use these with PB Swiss bits.
These icon copies of the snap on are way nicer than the $20 indicate. One tool vs 2 or 3 now (especially for smaller wires).
These icon copies of the snap on are way nicer than the $20 indicate. One tool vs 2 or 3 now (especially for smaller wires).
A Snap-on ratcheting screwdriver with PB Swiss bits is a fine combo. I do the same.
KnurledNut
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I like Snap-on ratcheting screwdrivers but often prefer just a fixed bit driver.
Regarding zippers, I like spraying on aerosol drylube and letting it dry. Can't even tell anything was applied and it works much better.
Regarding zippers, I like spraying on aerosol drylube and letting it dry. Can't even tell anything was applied and it works much better.
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Ohio Andy
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I brought one to church set up like that to do some work and my pastor mentioned he did not have one so I let him keep it... A nice set up. I own a lot of Pb Swiss bits.