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javyLSU
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I think this is it:
Amazon.com: Vector Tools 27-Piece Trim Panel Scraper Set : Automotive
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A ladder is a tool isn't it ?
PelicanPines
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Buy the original... I bought a knockoff years ago... thing "released" on me while at height... was lucky I have all my fingers still attached.A ladder is a tool isn't it ?
Now I own 4 of them... Super Quality.
landrover bodger
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20 mm is used more than 12 mm
Original as in Little Giant ? Or the bigger version ?
I already have two 24' ext ladders, an 8', 6' & 3' step ladders. This will replace the six footer I believe.
PelicanPines
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Little Giant... I have a 3' 4' 6' 8' step ladder... the POS I had was an ext ladder (similar to yours) but lousy design. The clips that held the thing extended slipped and the whole ladder slid down like an old radio antenna with me attached. I swear I'm still 2 inches shorter after that event.
2ndGearRubber
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Pretty hyped on this. Astro Pneumatic released some 1/2 in 3/8body and 3/8 in 1/4 body a while back. Well, the 1/4 in... uhh... a 1/8 drive body? Anyways I got it today. Just a hair shy of 10 inches. Looking forward to using it, I liked this family of ratchets a lot.
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Dennis Leigh Henry
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Is it an Index? I cant quite make out the brand....
Dennis Leigh Henry
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I read the later threads.. duh Index..
OneDollarSaab
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Got a Matco MT2638, it is larger but has way more torque than the old Rodac/CP. It actually took a lug bolt off my Saab. Will see if it can handle daily use with a full set of Capri 3/8 impact sockets. The super stubby shallow ones are very handy.
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sweet victory
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This is the listing I ordered from: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08H8DJ8ST/?tag=atomicindus08-20
anyone have a link to this set?
Unfortunately, it says currently unavailable. I don't have any experience with the other listing that was shared, but I wouldn't be surprised if these are all coming out of the same factory.
OneDollarSaab
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I found a few with a search on ebay for '27 piece auto pry set' - definitely still available under a few names.
sweet victory
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Did you read the context in which the question was asked? I'm not saying they're unobtainable; the Amazon listing I bought them from had them for $6 shipped, which is why he's asking for the url.
grumpy...
jeffmoss26
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Disappointed to see made in China on Starrett but this showed up today 
sweet victory
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Starrett definitely feels like it's slowly moving towards that direction. The quality of their metrology equipment feels like it's slowly starting to slip as well. We've been migrating more towards Mitutoyo at work for inspection tools.
I would look into Sandvik for this sort of stuff if you are picky about COO. I recall buying sandvik hacksaw blades, and they were made in Switzerland. Snap On's blades are still made by Sandvik in Switzerland if I'm not mistaken.
Magnum440d100
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Mirage
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Carlyle oil funnel set is 50% off right now, hard to pass that up
I really appreciate your and everyone else’s help. I ended up ordering one of the other sets for $8.99. It looks to be the same and the reviews seemed positive.
What makes are included with the adapters? I've got Mini, Honda and BMW to deal with...Carlyle oil funnel set is 50% off right now, hard to pass that up
ptgarcia
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Carlyle oil funnel set is 50% off right now, hard to pass that up
I bought this set a couple/few weeks ago when it went on sale and thought it was a frivolous purchase at the time, but I've already used it twice and its great!
Mirage
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Chrysler, GM, Ford/Mazda, Honda, Toyota/Lexus, Subaru adapter and another Toyota/Lexus attachment.
Most of the bmws (well most German cars) listed in the guide use Toyota/Lexus attachment though some use the GM. Mini isn't listed but I assume it's a BMW fit? Most of the other Japanese imports use the Honda one.
Hard to beat for $44 and free shipping
That brings back memories. Bad ones. A "Jointer Pal" (the steel one) saves hours of frustration with knives but even so a Byrd Shelix (or other) ends that task forever. Planer, too. I'd never go back to knives. A helical is also way smoother cutting and doesn't sound like a helicopter in your shop.
There are a ton of NAPAs in my area and several have it in-stock, so I think I'll just go pick one up. Thanks for the reply!
I already ordered a Byrd Shelix but it won’t be delivered until November or December. This is just a temporary solution.
javyLSU
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Bought the metric mid-length sockets from Gearwrench in 3/8” and 1/4”. Should have picked these up a long time ago, these seem to be the perfect length for just about everything.
Those are fine-looking tools.Bought the metric mid-length sockets from Gearwrench in 3/8” and 1/4”. Should have picked these up a long time ago, these seem to be the perfect length for just about everything.
The reflections are threatening to give me seizures though...
KnurledNut
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Are those flex socket joints riveted?
jeffmoss26
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I have morse holesaws that are made here in Ohio, Klein hacksaw blades also US made - don't believe morse makes an oops arbor
jrbpit1
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New Mayhew brass punch set. 
CoreyB
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Porsche mechanic here, our go to for the lower control arm eccentrics outside of the special tool(T10188 which connects to a Stahlwille 730/40 torque wrench) for them is a 3/8 21mm socket on a 18" ratchet. I'm assuming you were replacing the arms due to worn rear bushings and accessing the bolts from the wheel well, but if you were doing the alignment than the extension on that Gearwrench box end may not be deep enough to clear the subframe from underneath while on the rack.
Some recent pick ups.
Been watching eBay for a long time waiting for one of these to come up. Was brand new with the ratchet insert for a price I couldn't pass up. I got sick of using the shop one as its a micrometer style and has been used to loosen wheels(at 600Nm) forever so I don't trust its calibration anymore.
Stahlwille Manoskop 730/65 with 735/45HD head insert.
Porsche 9796 socket
The set up being used for its intended task. For those not familiar with Stahlwille Manoskop torque wrenches, they act as breaker bar in one direction and a torque wrench in the other so it is really the perfect wrench for this task.
Had my SO dealer put this together for me, a TL72 with a 3/8 anvil. Was amazed he had everything on the truck to put it together.
CHI_Tool&Die
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I have never heard of Martin tools nor have I ever met anyone that has anything by them. I believe they are made in the US as the hex bit has USA marked on the side. Figured I’d give them a try. I ordered metric and standard sets. The standards arrived this afternoon but I am still waiting on the metrics (which would have come in handy at the shop today). Can’t wait to get these dirty!
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Qualitytools
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Got a link to the funnel set? ThanksCarlyle oil funnel set is 50% off right now, hard to pass that up
Mirage
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I associate Martin tools with automotive body tools as well as service wrenches. I'm sure they make a ton of stuff, but that's what I usually see their name on. I don't know if they make those hex bit sockets in house or if they source them, but I've never heard bad things about their tools so either way I'm betting they're good quality.
Qualitytools
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Thank You!
Yes.
I wonder if, as they get inevitably get floppy over time, you could just whack them with a punch to tighten them back up.