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[sweet victory]

Finally pulled the trigger on getting 8 VIM magrail TLs. 4 of the 8" and 4 of the 12" for my 1/4 and 3/8 sockets. Man, they are awesome. I love how I can pluck them out as I need them, versus trying to wiggle it off of a locking mechanism.

DSC00811 by P A, on Flickr

My favorite feature is the ability to set your own spacing, and add/remove pins. Never again will me OCD force me to buy sockets I won't use because I have an empty spot!

DSC00818 by P A, on Flickr

The 12" next to the 8". (You can put the 3/8 pins on the 8" and visa versa.)

DSC00813 by P A, on Flickr

I will loose sleep over this at night. The mismatched anodize. Maybe if I ask Tooltopia real nice, they will send me a replacement?

DSC00835 by P A, on Flickr

Here they are on the top of my cart. I left just enough room to be able to remove my sockets.

DSC00838 by P A, on Flickr

 

[LXCam]

Those are saaaweet sweet .

 

[BikerDad]

New Metabo Grinder from Humphrey's, the local welding store.

German made, $84!

 

[Mohawk Dave]

Finally pulled the trigger on getting 8 VIM magrail TLs. 4 of the 8" and 4 of the 12" for my 1/4 and 3/8 sockets. Man, they are awesome. I love how I can pluck them out as I need them, versus trying to wiggle it off of a locking mechanism.

You done messed up now! No turning back. After Strouty got his set up I bit the bullet. I think I got damn near $1k into those things....don't regret it one bit.

 

[sweet victory]

You done messed up now! No turning back. After Strouty got his set up I bit the bullet. I think I got damn near $1k into those things....don't regret it one bit.

I'm happy to report that I don't keep any SAE sockets in my cart...so I'll only spend $500 on these. :tard:

 

[AngryBeaver]

Last week I put into service a Milwaukee 25' magnetic tape measure:

In spite of its gimmicky appearance, I was so impressed with it that I went back to HD for the 16' version, and picked up its compact brother too:

Stupidly complex instructions just to take it out of the packaging. You need tools to unpack your tools now:

I also got a Fiskars splitting axe, clearance priced at $10.03:

Hella deal on that axe.

where was the axe clearance at?

Oh boy, been on a minor Milwaukee binge

they are awesome tools and its very easy to go overboard.....

 

[02Xterra]

Did they discontinue it or did you just get the last one at the store?

Just the last one at the store.. it was mixed in with a couple of the gen 1 ratchets

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[Bryanthegreat]

Just the last one at the store.. it was mixed in with a couple of the gen 1 ratchets

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Ok thanks. Looks handy I may have to check it out.

 

[Fedwrench]

Mag Rail TLS are my favorite

Vim offers jobber packs with an assortment of different length rails with pegs which I've found to be one of the cheaper sources. They're still pricey but, worth it to me.

Two other handy Mag Rail items available from vim are an extra long black Mag Rail that is pretty sweet for bit sockets, universals, short extensions, etc.
The second item is a lift ring. It's basically a peg with a hole drilled in it with a split ring through it. Mag Rail magnets are really strong and if wanted to remove a rail, the pull ring makes it a lot easier.

 

[dwasifar]

where was the axe clearance at?

Home Depot, right down the aisle from the tape measures.

 

[AngryBeaver]

New Metabo Grinder from Humphrey's, the local welding store.

German made, $84!

84 dollars must be the dealer lowest bottom price on those.. I picked one up at grainger last week for the same 84 dollars on super duper sale. regular msrp over 150. it is one of the smoothest grinders I've ever ran. very impressive

 

[dodge610]

. Just one new tool purchase this weekend used a gift card. Reviews were good on these.


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[magtl]

I gave my son-in-law A few Magrail TLs and he used them to organize his kitchen. I liked his idea so much I did my own.
I used Scotch 1” mounting tape, 1/8” black plastic (Target sells a three pack of approximate 1/8” cutting boards in white that can be cut to the size you need $9.99). Use the length of Magrail that works with your door, if you prefer black, Matco sells them without pegs.
I attached a piece of .012” shim material using Scotch thin permanent double-sided tape to the back of the Therma-pen and also to the back of the timer so they would attach to the magnets in the Magrail.

 

[Snakebyt]

Have you put it to use yet? What did you use it for and how do you like it, pros and cons? Since the picture did not transfer over it's for the Mighty VAC pump. Thanks.

have used it a couple times so far, just small stuff like removing power steering flud from the res. So far i dont have a bad thing to say about it

 

[Mohawk Dave]

Mag Rail TLS are my favorite

Vim offers jobber packs with an assortment of different length rails with pegs which I've found to be one of the cheaper sources. They're still pricey but, worth it to me.

Two other handy Mag Rail items available from vim are an extra long black Mag Rail that is pretty sweet for bit sockets, universals, short extensions, etc.
The second item is a lift ring. It's basically a peg with a hole drilled in it with a split ring through it. Mag Rail magnets are really strong and if wanted to remove a rail, the pull ring makes it a lot easier.

Shoot man, the rings are the ONLY way to remove them.

When I got my first batch of Magrail TLs I learned real quick that I needed the rings. And the 10 packs are pretty cheap.

For anyone reading this, 1 ring per section is fine. I did 1 at each end at first, but it has no real advantage. I usually place the ring at the smaller/shorter socket side so it kind of sticks up above the socket. In some cases (1/2" deep sockets for example) you need to save some room (between the socket and ring) to slip your finger in the ring to utilize it.

 

[mr.lemons]

Facom 55a 12/13mm offset ring spanner.

Size compared to a Britool 9RBM 12/13mm offset ring spanner.

Very nice satin finish, but not as fancy looking as the 440 series comb spanners.

 

[BikerDad]

It is one of the smoothest grinders I've ever ran.

I know, I used it this weekend. I'm so tempted to go back and get another, just because. Seriously, can one ever have too many grinders? After all, it's not like they'll go bad sitting on the shelf. I actually lean towards "yes, yes one can." I have 5 bench grinders (Baldor 8" w/ diamond wheels, 7" Craftsman blockhead that was my Dad's, 6" C'Man Blockhead NIB, 6" C'Man Variable Speed, and 8" Rikon Slow Speed), 4 4.5" angle grinders, a die grinder and a 7" angle grinder.

 

[SRSemenza]

Some Wera goodness.

Philips, Torx, and slotted precision drivers. T25, #2 Laser tip Philips 6", A couple hex T- drivers, and Torx insulated for the insulated Kompact handle.

Oh, and a precision Chip Lifter. Just looked like a handy super mini "pry bar" for things other than lifting computer chips.


Seth

 

[autodelta]

Finally pulled the trigger on getting 8 VIM magrail TLs. 4 of the 8" and 4 of the 12" for my 1/4 and 3/8 sockets. Man, they are awesome. I love how I can pluck them out as I need them, versus trying to wiggle it off of a locking mechanism.

DSC00811 by P A, on Flickr

My favorite feature is the ability to set your own spacing, and add/remove pins. Never again will me OCD force me to buy sockets I won't use because I have an empty spot!

DSC00818 by P A, on Flickr

The 12" next to the 8". (You can put the 3/8 pins on the 8" and visa versa.)

DSC00813 by P A, on Flickr

I will loose sleep over this at night. The mismatched anodize. Maybe if I ask Tooltopia real nice, they will send me a replacement?

DSC00835 by P A, on Flickr

Here they are on the top of my cart. I left just enough room to be able to remove my sockets.

DSC00838 by P A, on Flickr

Those look very nice!

 

[sweet victory]

Been meaning to order this for a while. $70 for the tool only. Don't really plan on using this on anything other than for trimming my dog's nails. Having to bust out an extension cord every time I needed to trim his nails was becoming a pain in the ***.

DSC00859 by P A, on Flickr

 

[Mr. Tool]

....and the buying continues!

Channel Lock 927 Convertible Retaining Ring Pliers

Koken socket adapter set

SK Flare nut wrench set in Metric.

 

[Mr. Tool]

....and continues....

Stanley SAE combo wrench ratchet set. I already have a USAG Metric set but also needed an SAE set as well.

 

[potato]

....and continues....

Stanley combo wrench ratchet set

those are my favirite style. my set has held up very well for 3 years.

 

[Snakebyt]

picked this up this morning off of facebook for a mere $20

 

[one9gt]

Rennsteig adjustable automatic center punch with hand guard; 45-95 ft. Lb of force


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[autodelta]

....and continues....

Stanley SAE combo wrench ratchet set. I already have a USAG Metric set but also needed an SAE set as well.

I am curious to know what you think of the USAG and Stanley wrenches.

 

[Mr. Tool]

I am curious to know what you think of the USAG and Stanley wrenches.

The USAG set is awesome! Very well made and durable combo wrench set, not cheap either. Only reason why I made the purchase was because the site that I purchased it from had a good percentage % off sale going at the time. Also the shipping wasn't cheap either (all the way from Italy) but over all well worth it to have'em IMO.

The only reason why I purchased the Stanley combo wrench set is because USAG does not offer them in SAE only Metric. That's the only the reason why. Other than that, if USAG would have offered them in SAE as well, then I would have purchased that set to.

As for the Stanley set, well the reason why I purchased that particular set, when I was searching for an SAE set was 1.) they are an SAE set.....2.) the name Stanley-product durability...3.) the price was very reasonable....and.....4.) the set also came with that nice pouch!

I have yet to actually try them but I'm confident that they'll work out just fine. As someone previously posted, they have had that same set now for 3 years and have held up very well.

 

[WWheeler]

Well, had to grab a #3 phillips Vessel Impacta to go with the #2ph & flathead Craftsman rebadges I got a week or two ago.

 

[PR1Gneon]

Astro 3/8 Nano sockets

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[autodelta]

The USAG set is awesome! Very well made and durable combo wrench set, not cheap either. Only reason why I made the purchase was because the site that I purchased it from had a good percentage % off sale going at the time. Also the shipping wasn't cheap either (all the way from Italy) but over all well worth it to have'em IMO.

The only reason why I purchased the Stanley combo wrench set is because USAG does not offer them in SAE only Metric. That's the only the reason why. Other than that, if USAG would have offered them in SAE as well, then I would have purchased that set to.

As for the Stanley set, well the reason why I purchased that particular set, when I was searching for an SAE set was 1.) they are an SAE set.....2.) the name Stanley-product durability...3.) the price was very reasonable....and.....4.) the set also came with that nice pouch!

I have yet to actually try them but I'm confident that they'll work out just fine. As someone previously posted, they have had that same set now for 3 years and have held up very well.

Thanks! I was debating buying USAG just because no one has them nearby and I am not able to look at them before purchasing.

 

[Mr. Tool]

Thanks! I was debating buying USAG just because no one has them nearby and I am not able to look at them before purchasing.

I previously posted a picture of the USAG combo wrench ratchet set when I first received them in this thread.

It can be seen back in post #42419 & 42420

Here is the website that I purchased them through. Just press "translate" on your laptop/computer then press the area that says "buy for brand" then scroll down to until you come across USAG, then click on it.
https://www.misterworker.com/it/

 

[anndel]

New Metabo Grinder from Humphrey's, the local welding store.

German made, $84!

I love mine as well. It grinds off rust and mill scale like nothing. I also used it to cut 1-1/2" square tubing is it slices through like a hot knife through butter. Tip: Use brand name cutting wheels (I got Metabo and Walter Zip Plus) or abrasives (Walter flap disk). Cheap wheels may shatter and you may get hit by shrapnel.

 

[Gurp]

Just fot a new set of tekton metrics. Caught a 27 best offer deal on feebay!!!!!
And advance auto is having theie Gearwrench sale this month. So bought a set of ratcheting stubby metrics and reversable ratcheting metrics. 45 bucks!!!

 

[IMStuner]

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[1320]

IMStuner, how do you like those Pittsburg locking extensions so far? I don't have any locking extensions and as infrequently as I have thought they might be helpful, I figured I would try some low cost ones out..

 

[dclassical]

I have the "old" locking extensions, in 3/8 and 1/2" and I love them (I still do prefer the few SK ones I have, but for the price, I bought the HF when I needed more).

A friend had the wobbly ones and the "heads" broke off too easily (for those I have SK and I do love them, they are very handy when you need them). I would be careful when using them.

 

[Heavy Metal Doctor]

I don't think I ever put these up. I got them a little while back. They just saved my **** on a job where something got forgotten at it's normal assembly procedure step and was able to squeeze in later and not have to backup and disassemble the other stuff.

 

[lugnut71]

I just bought those low profile metric set last week, my dealer had a promo on them. Didn't know until we opened them that they have the 1/4 drive on the end so the sockets can be used on any extension or ratchet. And you can also put the sockets into a 11mm box wrench. Thinking putting the socket in a flex head ratchet wrench would be handy.

 

[Heavy Metal Doctor]

I just bought those low profile metric set last week, my dealer had a promo on them. Didn't know until we opened them that they have the 1/4 drive on the end so the sockets can be used on any extension or ratchet. And you can also put the sockets into a 11mm box wrench. Thinking putting the socket in a flex head ratchet wrench would be handy.

Yeah, I used the metric set once for a part inside the dash of a car and was happy I bought it then. Later, I realized 90% of my daily work on equipment is still SAE, so I had the toolman get me the standard set of sockets to go along with it. Today, I cut a tiny stub of a 3/8 allen wrench, jammed it into the socket with tape to make it stay, and used it like the worlds stubbiest allen driver behind the pulley of of big belt drive settup....saved a ton of time turning 1/6 of a turn at a time with a regular "L" allen wrench.

 

[L.Cheapo]

View media item 82518The Plews gun I bought in the 90s gave me fits the other day, and I could only get half the job done. Couldn't find a USA made unit; everything was made in India or China. This little fella came from the land down under, and if it works half as good as it looks and feels, I will be thrilled.