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[ClarkShort]

Picked up a USA made Kreg 320 pocket hole jig with bonus clamp. I have a project that needs this tool.

 

[upgrading]

Thanks for posting this, my GF loves sporks and I was looking for something extra for her Birthday, perfect timing!

I didn't even know these existed, I ordered one to replace my backpacking utensils.

 

[tylerg1]

10 percent off at the local dealership.
Very nice.



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[BlueBomb]

Partial order from the Toollady came today.

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[BillMoney]

I remember when those Sonic sample sets were free. Of course they came with 17 mm sockets and their older 45 tooth quick release ratchet.

Sold that on fleabay only kept the pliers

 

[bperrybap]

Picked up a new torque wrench. I need to torque a bunch of bolts in a range that my current lineup was lacking.

I have the same one. I ordered it about a year ago, and I only found it from talking directly with Precision as it isn't listed on their website. Not sure how people would ever know it exists.

When I got it, I was disappointed to see the open end.
If you look at some of the older photos of their split beam wrenches wrenches in the past, they came with a plug.

I recommend going to AceHardware and getting a black plastic plug for the end.
It only costs like a buck or so and, IMO, it makes the wrench look better and more finished.

--- bill

 

[designer485]

I have the same one. I ordered it about a year ago, and I only found it from talking directly with Precision as it isn't listed on their website. Not sure how people would ever know it exists.

When I got it, I was disappointed to see the open end.
If you look at some of the older photos of their split beam wrenches wrenches in the past, they came with a plug.

I recommend going to AceHardware and getting a black plastic plug for the end.
It only costs like a buck or so and, IMO, it makes the wrench look better and more finished.

--- bill

Very nice. I like that, I'll have to stop at ace and see what they have. Do you remember what size you got?

 

[bperrybap]

Very nice. I like that, I'll have to stop at ace and see what they have. Do you remember what size you got?

I don't remember. I took the wrench in and got one that fit.
I went through the sizes till I found the one that fit.
They had black plastic ones, chrome ones, and black chrome ones.
I went for the black plastic. I liked the look and it seemed to have the most flush fit with the tube as the metal ones added a slight lip since the cap was just slightly larger than the tube.

--- bill

 

[PelicanPines]

After working on my tractor recently... I realized I really needed a seat/dolly for my fat ***. So I bought the ProLift C-9100, specifically for those of us with a Fat ***.

Had to show the TWO tools included with the PROLift... a 6mm hex wrench, 17mm stamped wrench... OH the Irony on that.

What was actually needed.
Four BOLTs required two 13mm wrenches to tighten.
Two Casters required a 17mm wrench AND an 18mm Cone Wrench
Four Casters required a 6mm longer than 4 inches Hex Wrench AND that 18mm Cone Wrench.

Would love to hear from anybody that HAS this seat... and your take on the included tools.

If they included a STAMPED 18mm... I would have been happy... since many do not own cone wrenches.

 

[stonesfan68]

I finally snagged a M12 3/8" ratchet.

 

[Gummi Bear]

Pipe cutting templates




Needed them to build a stand for a friend to stack water totes.

They sure are nice. Much better than the poster board that I used to use as a template.



I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately...

Henry David Thoreau

 

[mn700vforce]

Couldn’t pass up the deal I got on this new Cornwell SRF80L. 80 tooth 27” long. Looks like the same head as Matco 88 tooth ratchets. Very nice ratchet. Haven’t seen any talk about Cornwell’s 80 tooth ratchets.

 

[PelicanPines]

Ok... Astro Pneumatics has a ratcheting wrench for use with their Nano Sockets... 17mm x 22mm. Very NICE but... short... if i'm going thru the trouble to wrench with the nano sockets... I want leverage.

So I started eating some popcorn (in my new OIL-LESS microwave popcorn bowl).

Popcorn helps me think...

I decided, I will look for a LONGER alternative... before realizing... I ONLY own the 1/2" Nano(s)... meaning I only need the 22mm... Found this Gearwrench XL 22. Ratchetting on one end zero bend on the other. A match made in heaven. 17" long too...

I took this picture before adding glitter RED nail polish to the stampings.

 

[Skin]

Couldn’t pass up the deal I got on this new Cornwell SRF80L. 80 tooth 27” long. Looks like the same head as Matco 88 tooth ratchets. Very nice ratchet. Haven’t seen any talk about Cornwell’s 80 tooth ratchets.

Probably because nobody knows about them. Certainly the first i've heard of a new Cornwell ratchet. Is the cover plate held on with a snap ring and is there any USA Made on it? If it really looks like a Matco with no USA i'd be concerned they're switching to Gearwrench ratchet heads.

 

[mn700vforce]

It does have a snap ring holding the cover plate on. Doesn’t have USA stamp on it.

 

[BigBoreFan]

I very much like that color scheme.......how are the master force cabinets?

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I love it. I've already added the 36" cabinet. Drawer action is very smooth. It's built better than the Craftsman I just sold, but I will say that Craftsman had a nice drawer layout as far as drawer sizes and vertical drawer depths. I think drawer size is a personal thing, what you need to store, what tools you have. I'll add the 36" top and I'll be done. I can recommend Masterforce.

 

[hogdaddy]

I picked this up this morning and in the process of assembling it.
https://www.lowes.com/pd/DELTA-Cont...f466dce72014134f5faa838503c40fb5&gclsrc=3p.ds

Joined the Delta saw Facebook group for some great info and upgrades.
https://www.facebook.com/deltamachinery/posts/10162862568635542

 

[skulldrinker]

Sold my gen 1 box and got these new ones.

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[KnurledNut]

10 percent off at the local dealership.
Very nice.

DUDE....

 

[Almostbroke94]

Sold my old 44" HF and bought this Homak 72" off of Summit. Super nice box for the money, there are a few things I do not like but it will do the job. Now, I just need to order the stainless top for it.

 

[alcorelli]

New in the box from 1972.

Goes with my NIB half horse.

They will both get used but not abused.

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[CR888]

Now that grinder is pretty special, like a time capsule.

 

[SweetD]

After many years of debate and procrastination, we finally bit the bullet on a generator. Will have it plumbed into the house panel soon:



Pretty excited! Probably will never lose power again.

 

[joey1320]

Goes with my NIB half horse.

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You better ask for your money back.
Why would anyone sell or buy half a horse?

 

[ChefRex]

New in the box from 1972.

Goes with my NIB half horse.

They will both get used but not abused.

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Nice!

 

[Smokeshow69]

New in the box from 1972.

Goes with my NIB half horse.

They will both get used but not abused.

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Are you sure you want to use that? Plenty of used 3/4 horse grinders to be had but not many in the box [emoji15][emoji15][emoji24]


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[dkroth]

New in the box from 1972.

Goes with my NIB half horse.

They will both get used but not abused.

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There was a NIB 1/3 HP Craftsman block grinder on CL here in Rochester a week ago. $45. It didn't last long.







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[Smokeshow69]

You better ask for your money back.

Why would anyone sell or buy half a horse?

I totally get that... my half horse block was ok.. my 3/4 on pedestal stand is even better and I want to find a 1hp for sure! The half would be pretty cool just to have on your shelf for bragging rights! I can’t remember how many torqueman has of the nos ones but I want to say it was around 15?


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[designer485]

Grabbed a few Wera Rapidators. Definitely my favorite bit holder. They are a bit chunky, but they work great.

 

[HenryAZ]

Grabbed a few Wera Rapidators. Definitely my favorite bit holder. They are a bit chunky, but they work great.

I agree. I have several of all three sizes. Every hand or power screwdriver in the house has one on it. For the few times they are too "chunky" to fit the job, I just use a simple slim magnetic bit holder.

 

[lardy1]

After many years of debate and procrastination, we finally bit the bullet on a generator. Will have it plumbed into the house panel soon:



Pretty excited! Probably will never lose power again.

I have about a six year old Generac that looks a lot like that. Are you going to do the house wiring yourself? If so, what's a trusted source for do it yourself information?

 

[jonshonda]

I agree. I have several of all three sizes. Every hand or power screwdriver in the house has one on it. For the few times they are too "chunky" to fit the job, I just use a simple slim magnetic bit holder.

Curious as to the benefit of them in an impact driver? Is it because they are magnetic? My Milwaukee impact holds bits pretty tight, but am always open to better methods!

 

[SweetD]

I have about a six year old Generac that looks a lot like that. Are you going to do the house wiring yourself? If so, what's a trusted source for do it yourself information?

This will not be a DIY electrical install for me. I'm having a pro do it. I looked into it but I want it done right and to code. I "could" do it, but just don't want to on this one.

Going with a manual lock-out plate at the breaker box and running the line out the back of the house through the exterior wall. This will put the socket about 25 feet from my shed so I can wheel the unit right out and plug it in.

Lots of info on the web for DIY, some good some not so good.

 

[lardy1]

Yes. I've done some looking. Not enough yet. I hope it works out for you. Sounds like you know what you want and how to get there. Thanks.

 

[Bighead38]

Got this yesterday and ordered locknlube couplers last night.

 

[designer485]

Curious as to the benefit of them in an impact driver? Is it because they are magnetic? My Milwaukee impact holds bits pretty tight, but am always open to better methods!

I only use them currently for non-impact use. I would look into the Wera Impaktor bit holder for impact use.

 

[quadrcr87]

I agree. I have several of all three sizes. Every hand or power screwdriver in the house has one on it. For the few times they are too "chunky" to fit the job, I just use a simple slim magnetic bit holder.

I picked up one of the Wiha slimfix holders for a slimmer design. Its impact rated and released the bit with a satisfying and spring assisted click.

https://www.wihatools.com/slimfix-l...lm3ae3ZYE8Dr7QU_1uZOSZh40sHMxPYgaAuJ5EALw_wcB

 

[jonshonda]

I only use them currently for non-impact use. I would look into the Wera Impaktor bit holder for impact use.

For using bits that don't fit into my impact? I guess I am just not understanding why i would add more complications to the system. All the bits I use on my impact are specifically for impact use, what does the impaktor stuff gain me?

 

[javyLSU]

Today’s truck buys - long zero offset double box end wrench set (XDHFM606) and 24oz dead blow soft grip hammer (HBFE24G).

 

[Gcf11]

Today’s truck buys - long zero offset double box end wrench set (XDHFM606) and 24oz dead blow soft grip hammer (HBFE24G).

Nice!! Almost picked up the zero offsets earlier this week on promo but I guess I'm still waiting on my ktc set from Frank's tools, is 9 months long enough of a wait to start bitching?