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ThePostman
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Some new stuff arrived today, if my power steering pump showed up today via FedEx, I would have gotten something from all the majors.
Needed a tap handle for a tight space, I liked the design of these, and to be able to put a wrench on it.
Assorted rubber stoppers, some predrilled, great for vacuum applications. Sizes 1-6.
Snap-On 6" and Proto 2" locking 1/4" drive locking extensions, the ancient (10-15 year) Cmans are finally giving out, an excuse to buy.
Kastar/Lang 971 thread restorer set, I like it so far, used it on an oil pan today.
Lisle 39000 pulley tool, the handle's top thread was dinged up a little, I was not happy about that, 5/16-24 die cleared it up, but I was a little miffed I had to. Yes, this came yesterday.
Last, is a set of Grey Pneumatic 3/8" magnetic impact sockets. They seem a little too shallow in some sizes, we'll see how they do. I mainly bought them for the 8, 10, 12, and 13mm sizes, the depth for those are fine for me.
I tell the wife I ordered some capital investments. I would have really been happy if my Bushwood Country Club caddy shirt had shown up, that would have been my treat.
Needed a tap handle for a tight space, I liked the design of these, and to be able to put a wrench on it.
Assorted rubber stoppers, some predrilled, great for vacuum applications. Sizes 1-6.
Snap-On 6" and Proto 2" locking 1/4" drive locking extensions, the ancient (10-15 year) Cmans are finally giving out, an excuse to buy.
Kastar/Lang 971 thread restorer set, I like it so far, used it on an oil pan today.
Lisle 39000 pulley tool, the handle's top thread was dinged up a little, I was not happy about that, 5/16-24 die cleared it up, but I was a little miffed I had to. Yes, this came yesterday.
Last, is a set of Grey Pneumatic 3/8" magnetic impact sockets. They seem a little too shallow in some sizes, we'll see how they do. I mainly bought them for the 8, 10, 12, and 13mm sizes, the depth for those are fine for me.
I tell the wife I ordered some capital investments. I would have really been happy if my Bushwood Country Club caddy shirt had shown up, that would have been my treat.
That lisle pulley tool works great, way better than the rebanded OTC kits I've borrowed and a fraction of the price for the snap-on tools.
Used it yesterday on a Monte Carlo SS power steering pump. You should have seen the **** I had to jury rig up, to get the belt off. Since I don't have the special GM FWD 5.3L belt tool.
Used it yesterday on a Monte Carlo SS power steering pump. You should have seen the **** I had to jury rig up, to get the belt off. Since I don't have the special GM FWD 5.3L belt tool.
Deadsquiggles
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Forgot pictures but a 10 pack of .030 contract tips and 2 nozzles for the MDX gun on my Miller 211.
ovilla
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bigdave_185
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DMT diamond sharpener.
Normally use a strop then kitchen honing steel for pocket knives with good enough results, but thought I would give this a try. Struggling a bit to use on first try as the knife blade catches on the circular cutouts.
Normally use a strop then kitchen honing steel for pocket knives with good enough results, but thought I would give this a try. Struggling a bit to use on first try as the knife blade catches on the circular cutouts.
Yesterday it seemed like very truck stopped at my house (lots of parts, but some tools mixed in), and I wandered into HF as well...
I'd gotten the Milwaukee set as a beater set, but saw the Icon set was 20% off while I was killing some time in HF, which included stubbys. I didn't notice the Milwaukee set lacked them when I grabbed it, so the Milwaukee set goes back.
Lisle clip remover
I reclaimed my old spring compressor, which hasn't been in my garage for two or more years
The star of the day was a NOS set of wrenches purchased from a member here. Really terrific set - love the box, and really dig the matte/rough-chrome finish a lot.
I'd gotten the Milwaukee set as a beater set, but saw the Icon set was 20% off while I was killing some time in HF, which included stubbys. I didn't notice the Milwaukee set lacked them when I grabbed it, so the Milwaukee set goes back.
Lisle clip remover
I reclaimed my old spring compressor, which hasn't been in my garage for two or more years
The star of the day was a NOS set of wrenches purchased from a member here. Really terrific set - love the box, and really dig the matte/rough-chrome finish a lot.
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Firefighter1406
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Never had the need for my own as previous employer supplied a good DeWalt 20V one. Place I've been working at the past 1.5yrs supplies air power ones that aren't continuous flow and I hate dragging lines around for greasing.
Decided to give this thing a try after getting some positive feedback from others in my field of work. With the 30 day satisfaction guarantee I felt good about being able to return it if I end up not being happy with it.
Great choice. I just purchased a couple weeks ago myself. I am thinking about throwing one of these on the end.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Kubota-77700-09000-Quick-Lock-Grease-Coupler-43-64-17mm-OEM/274640706970
Firefighter1406
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Yesterday it seemed like very truck stopped at my house (lots of parts, but some tools mixed in), and I wandered into HF as well...
I'd gotten the Milwaukee set as a beater set, but saw the Icon set was 20% off while I was killing some time in HF, which included stubbys. I didn't notice the Milwaukee set lacked them when I grabbed it, so the Milwaukee set goes back.
Lisle clip remover
I reclaimed my old spring compressor, which hasn't been in my garage for two or more years
The star of the day was a NOS set of wrenches purchased from a member here. Really terrific set - love the box, and really dig the matte/rough-chrome finish a lot.
Very nice looking wrenches.
Mr.Smoke
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I haven't had the chance to use mine yet unfortunately. I loaded a tube of grease into it but didn't even prime it lol. Might play around with it tomorrow morning before getting started. Seems to be well made.... not complaints in regards to first impressions on build quality.
Locking couplers are handy as hell. Unfortunatrly for me there are lots of fittings I need to access on equipment that won't allow the added bulkiness of them. I do plan on replacing the coupler with a good one as I've read the included one isn't very good.
Deadsquiggles
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Bighead38
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I added a lock n lube to mine. So glad I did. I ran 6 tubes through my gun this morning and will need to do at least 4 tomorrow.
What equipment will you be greasing?
bwringer
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Agreed. Holy dang those are nice. I love matte finish tools.
Everyone else seems to love shiny, slippery, blinding chrome for some damfool reason. For actually getting stuff done, give me matte finish I can hang on to and lets me see what I'm doing.
ovilla
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Shiny, I have that set and the standard set, not an every day need but when you need you need.
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Wamsutta
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The aircraft mechanics call them "thirty-sixties."
jrbpit1
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New 80 tooth ratchet mechanism for my trusty SK 45183. Can’t wait to give it a go.
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ovilla
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Agreed! I was helping my bud install new brake lines on his Chevy Avalanche and it was one of these wrenches - the only wrench, that allowed me to get in between the frame and the body to tighten a line. Ever since, I’ve been looking for a set. I’m sure they’ll stay shiny for a long time. Just glad I finally found them for a decent price.
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Qualitytools
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Qualitytools
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That's the better type of spring compressor to have
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/923/VBIrJ5.jpg
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ZRX61
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I bought a three pack of (admittedly cheap) sheet metal gauges from Amazon. Not a single one of the slots is even close to accurate. They're completely useless as a tool, but do make rather spiffy keyfobs... which I'm fine with.
I actually have the far superior Miller version anyway & a couple of the round ones.
I actually have the far superior Miller version anyway & a couple of the round ones.
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Indexmill
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Even if not used every day, they are the coolest damn wrenches out there!
TTMotorsports
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I have 2 of these and they work awesome. Can install apacer lifts on lots of vehicles coils without removing track bar or brake lines. Work great
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dede2897234
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Ovilla or ChefRex,
What is the Snap-on part # for the metric set?
Thanks,
David
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I am a huge chicken when it comes to things with as much energy as those springs. I absolutely hate the claw-type and just won't use them. This gizmo has been great, and paid for itself many times over. I'm still pretty respectful of the springs though...
Last night I spent a while cleaning up the plates a bit and putting a very thin coat of Superlube oil on the bar and thread. I also tried to put a little TLC in the case - the kit has been floating around among some friends for a while, and the hinges are beginning to fail probably from being dropped or put down too hard (it's pretty heavy). I really want to keep it functional, so I spent a bit of timing filing down the rough casting edges and put some fiber-tape around the area that's splitting. A short-term hack probably, but will kick the can forward a bit and limit further damage.
I think they're actually made in Taiwan - something about patents owned by Taiwanese companies on a lot of ratcheting mechanisms or something. I don't really care - I'm generally more about quality than I am COO.
ovilla
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demarpaint
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Today’s little haul -
2 x SPRG618R spring push/pull tools - my dealer said he’s going to order a ton more of these as they’re the cheapest hard handle donor he’s seen.
Red hard handle long pick set
TK72 stubby 1/4 ratchet
TKF72 stubby flex 1/4 ratchet - my second because I like the first so much
TR108 pocket valve stem tool
SH6ASA scratch awl
IMSFXL33 1/2 to 3/8 33” locking impact extension. Aka “transmission” extension. Blue Point made in USA. I’ll probably end up ordering the other two available lengths
2 x SPRG618R spring push/pull tools - my dealer said he’s going to order a ton more of these as they’re the cheapest hard handle donor he’s seen.
Red hard handle long pick set
TK72 stubby 1/4 ratchet
TKF72 stubby flex 1/4 ratchet - my second because I like the first so much
TR108 pocket valve stem tool
SH6ASA scratch awl
IMSFXL33 1/2 to 3/8 33” locking impact extension. Aka “transmission” extension. Blue Point made in USA. I’ll probably end up ordering the other two available lengths
quadrcr87
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I am so jealous right now. I have been wanting that bandsaw setup for so long I just need to pull the trigger!
Finally bit the bullet & bought me a Fix-It-Stick. I was originally planning to get the regular ratcheting one but last minute changed my mind & got the ratcheting one with the removable locking drive. I'm so glad I did.
Also bought an extension. The collar spins so you can use it as a speeder. Unfortunately since this extension is for another one of their T-handles it doesn't have the locking groove on the hex. I knew that but that's ok as I'm planning to fix that so I can use it in place of the original knurled drive when I want.
Not sure if I will be using the case cause there's no room for the extension I got but it was cheap & worth a try. I liked one of their other cases but it was too expensive.
These things are nice, magnets are strong, but kind of pricey IMO which is why I hesitated so long to get one. But I'm happy with it & have no regrets.
Also bought an extension. The collar spins so you can use it as a speeder. Unfortunately since this extension is for another one of their T-handles it doesn't have the locking groove on the hex. I knew that but that's ok as I'm planning to fix that so I can use it in place of the original knurled drive when I want.
Not sure if I will be using the case cause there's no room for the extension I got but it was cheap & worth a try. I liked one of their other cases but it was too expensive.
These things are nice, magnets are strong, but kind of pricey IMO which is why I hesitated so long to get one. But I'm happy with it & have no regrets.
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Odd-job
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Picked up the Napa “Fujiya” pliers wrench. Not bad for $23, but definitely prefer the ergonomics of the knipex for now. I do like the larger button on the Carlyles though. Made in Taiwan FYI. These pliers wrenches are turning into tape measures for me.
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I never understand the attraction of tape measures. But flash lights, knives and especially ratchets, I am all in!
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Odd-job
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My theory is that I’m not sure if folks that have a lot of tape measures actually like tape measures that much. Personally find it more of one of those things that is convenient to have strategically stashed around when you are looking to use one. Like cars and both ends of the garage. Makes sense for flashlights and knives especially if they aren’t an EDC item. Ratchets am not so sure as they need to lives near socket sets, but I guess it can apply with multiple sets in cars, garage and shop in true GJ spirit. If there was a tape measure addiction post maybe I’ll change my mind, but the key here I think is distinguishing between tool addiction vs convenience. A fine line I think.
