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[JC-The-Rookie]

Yeah I might as well go with the new + longer warranty so I'm not getting stuck with any potential lemons. It's a few more dollars more but worth it in the long run for sure.

 

[Strouty]

What are you using it for? You may not really need the fuel version and that could save you some coin. I have had both and I would say there is a difference that is noticeable, other than more power the impact driver is smaller and more powerful, the drill is decent in both kits. I am not 100% thrilled with the chuck on the drills, that is probably the one thing that I don't like. They tend to slip, so I would look into buying drill bits that have the three flats cut into them.

 

[JC-The-Rookie]

What are you using it for? You may not really need the fuel version and that could save you some coin. I have had both and I would say there is a difference that is noticeable, other than more power the impact driver is smaller and more powerful, the drill is decent in both kits. I am not 100% thrilled with the chuck on the drills, that is probably the one thing that I don't like. They tend to slip, so I would look into buying drill bits that have the three flats cut into them.

I'm a student currently going for collision repair. I graduate in a few months so I'm going to be using these tools daily. I'll definitely need heavy duty good quality stuff. I can always upgrade in the future once I start working in a body shop full-time but would rather get something decent right away that will last me for more than a few years without breaking the bank.

 

[Strouty]

They will be good tools for sure, as I said they have a lot of options, so I don't think it will be a decision you will regret.

 

[JC-The-Rookie]

They will be good tools for sure, as I said they have a lot of options, so I don't think it will be a decision you will regret.

I agree. From what you've told me as well as doing a little homework they appear to be very good quality tools. Appreciate the help and the information on the chucks. Hopefully it won't be a huge problem with the slipping. I'll be sure to use your advise and use the three flat cut bits.

 

[Jeepster425]

Just got these from amazon, we'll see how they hold up



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[RV77]

Got some bushing drivers after that 25% Zoro tools 1/2 to 4 1/2

You have a make and model # on this kit ? Dont see it on zoro Thanks

 

[TheEuronater]

You have a make and model # on this kit ? Dont see it on zoro Thanks

For the sizes he listed, looks like this one : http://www.zoro.com/otc-driver-tool-3-handles-and-65-discs-27797/i/G2900834/

 

[SpeedyJ]

These are a little out of the norm on this thread, but here are some great bike tools from Abbey Tools in Bend, OR. They just arrived today. After looking at these I can't believe the **** tools we accepted from our suppliers when I was a shop mechanic.

Lots of bike parts are aluminum, carbon and titanium, so using good quality tools is really important if you don't want to damage what you're working on.



-J

 

[viikinki]

These are a little out of the norm on this thread, but here are some great bike tools from Abbey Tools in Bend, OR. They just arrived today. After looking at these I can't believe the **** tools we accepted from our suppliers when I was a shop mechanic.

Lots of bike parts are aluminum, carbon and titanium, so using good quality tools is really important if you don't want to damage what you're working on.



-J

These are simply beautiful,

 

[KraftwerkMk1Jetta]

These are a little out of the norm on this thread, but here are some great bike tools from Abbey Tools in Bend, OR. They just arrived today. After looking at these I can't believe the **** tools we accepted from our suppliers when I was a shop mechanic.

Lots of bike parts are aluminum, carbon and titanium, so using good quality tools is really important if you don't want to damage what you're working on.



-J

what's that tool with the chain on it? Some kind of sprocket holder? I'm not very knowledgeable on bike tools

 

[SpeedyJ]

what's that tool with the chain on it? Some kind of sprocket holder? I'm not very knowledgeable on bike tools

That's a chain whip, without it the freehub (the ratcheting mechanism that the gears are attached to) would just spin freely when you attempt to remove the lock ring. It's not required when you are installing the lock ring since the freehub locks up in that direction.

 

[zkling]

what's that tool with the chain on it? Some kind of sprocket holder? I'm not very knowledgeable on bike tools

It's for removing cassettes (the rear wheel sprocket stack) on a bicycle.

 

[JBradley500]

Been looking for a couple years for a deal that I was comfortable with.

 

[FOCUS.FREAK]

I guess my Matco man ordered 5 ratchets and they sent him 5 wright ratchets. They must have told him to keep them. He gave me one for free.

Wright 3/8 flex head




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[DBendr]

LOL. He gave you the best ratchet on the truck for free(or you bought a tool box a while back ;-) If so get the other four too and I'll buy one to make into a stubby or extend to 15"
Good on you.

 

[gtlaw]

I guess my Matco man ordered 5 ratchets and they sent him 5 wright ratchets. They must have told him to keep them. He gave me one for free.

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Maybe that's a sign of things to come with the problems apex is having getting out product. Imagine the day when the wright truck shows up at work

 

[FOCUS.FREAK]

I know right. I was going to say something to him regarding that but didn't want to make him look like an ***. Hahaha


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[dodge610]

I can see it now local car dealer all you here is hay the wright truck slash matco is here. All the mechanics go out to see what deals are available. Hey guys look at this he has a Matco ratchet on special.

 

[Ryanbabz71]

New saw. Sliding miter saw needed for some flooring work. Much better than my fixed craftsman

Out with the old



In with the new




Ryan

 

[brandon523]

Got my FD+ 10mm - 19mm set today.


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[Avplayer]

Been looking for a couple years for a deal that I was comfortable with.

Nice set...bought same thing myslef a few weeks ago....what'd u pay? I got mine for $320 for the pair

 

[Strouty]

Do you guys see a lot of metric that needs the funky angles? I can see SAE for use on hydraulic lines for sure.

 

[DBendr]

Small engines and motorcycles for the 4 way open. That and snap-on short patterns.

 

[KraftwerkMk1Jetta]

That's a chain whip, without it the freehub (the ratcheting mechanism that the gears are attached to) would just spin freely when you attempt to remove the lock ring. It's not required when you are installing the lock ring since the freehub locks up in that direction.

It's for removing cassettes (the rear wheel sprocket stack) on a bicycle.

got it, thanks for the info

 

[Strouty]

Small engines and motorcycles for the 4 way open. That and snap-on short patterns.

In metric?

 

[bennymic]

Craiglist find. Talked down to $160 with 15 gallons of kerosene and 4 5 gallon jugs. Only problem is the thermostat isn't working.

Found the problem. After cleaning out the mouse nest and replacing the wires they ate.

Looks like it's working now.

20minutes later, definitely working.

 

[upgrading]

After looking at a lot of these pics lately, I see a need a new picture capture tool soon.

 

[Strouty]

Is that code for a new camera?

 

[JBradley500]

Nice set...bought same thing myslef a few weeks ago....what'd u pay? I got mine for $320 for the pair

Half of what they would cost off the truck.

 

[upgrading]

Is that code for a new camera?

Yes.

Trying to stay on theme.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Do you guys see a lot of metric that needs the funky angles? I can see SAE for use on hydraulic lines for sure.

Outside the US, imperial sizes barely exists.

That said, i have the metric set and i think i've only ever used one or two of them.

 

[Exceller8]

A vintage set of Tampin punches and 10 & 12mm extra deep sockets:

 

[bennymic]

Outside the US, imperial sizes barely exists.

That said, i have the metric set and i think i've only ever used one or two of them.

I've lived in europe. They think they use metric but much of it is "imperial" converted to the nearest mm/cm. If you get out a caliper though it's clearly still imperial(for things like plumbing etc). That being said, living in the US the only time I use imperial is for working on tools, vice cars.

 

[Dookie2122]

Just got these from amazon, we'll see how they hold up



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I've had them for about a year, you won't be disappointed.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

I've lived in europe. They think they use metric but much of it is "imperial" converted to the nearest mm/cm. If you get out a caliper though it's clearly still imperial(for things like plumbing etc). That being said, living in the US the only time I use imperial is for working on tools, vice cars.

A lot of it is fairly close, or is equivalent sizes. You're right about plumbing, i forgot that. As for automotive/diesel, outside the US it's all metric.

 

[Strouty]

Even the hydraulic fittings?

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Even the hydraulic fittings?

Especially the hydraulic fittings.

 

[Strouty]

So do they use a different style flare too?

 

[Skin]

Maybe that's a sign of things to come with the problems apex is having getting out product. Imagine the day when the wright truck shows up at work

Could very well be an indication. Once upon a time Wright supplied Matco with hand tools so it wouldn't be a complete shock if they opened up a production contract with them again.


In the market for some really thin wrenches for certain applications and im a sucker for ratcheting wrenches.