Hey, you can't do that, it says on the other side of the handle "not a prybar"! Maybe if you file that off it'll work.
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Hey, you can't do that, it says on the other side of the handle "not a prybar"! Maybe if you file that off it'll work.
designer485
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Time to scratch that part off...
andersen24
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Bought a Milwaukee M18 Nail Gun. Needless to say, way impressed with the power. It is a bit heavy especially with a 12.0 battery attached. Just ordered two 5.0 batteries.
KnurledNut
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T10-T50 stubby short arm extra long 25° ball end torx keys (Taiwan)...
Gearwrench 1/4” stubby SAE hex set. Got it after doing a PTU fluid drain and fill on a 2018 Ford Edge. Uses a 1/4” hex bit for the drain plug tucked nicely where my existing hex bit sockets can’t fit! Good excuse to buy more tools to make the job easier next time.
That sucker looks mean. I'm sure you'll much-appreciate the weight drop with a 5.0Bought a Milwaukee M18 Nail Gun. Needless to say, way impressed with the power. It is a bit heavy especially with a 12.0 battery attached. Just ordered two 5.0 batteries.
dalepres
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The oldest pawn shop with the oldest tools
Warranty replacement vise grips from Harbor Freight. Well the middle set is. I found a set under the hood of a car this week so took them to Harbor Freight then the manager said well I will give you the middle ones and if you are interested I’ll give you the other two for $5 out the door tax included I said ok deal I probably don’t need them but hey they are good to have. Here is the set that I replaced:They would not stay closed for very long I think they were just plain worn out. Probably a little older too cause of the color difference. But the cashier and manager gave me no hassle at all and were very friendly.
Next up pawn shop hauls: first is the oldest pawn shop in the United States located in Lynchburg Virginia called L. Oppleman pawn shop.The pliers are Snap-on so is the rusty wrench. You can barely see it but it is. I’m going to see if my dealer can help me out on warranty with the pliers the tip of them is messed up. No problem if he can’t but I think he will especially after I was honest with him on that ratchet. $8 for all of that.
Ok next: a small little pawn shop.All the sockets except the big one are AutoCraft. I don’t know why but I love auto parts store tools I just think they are cool lol. The extension is a TEQ also from Advance Auto. The big 15/16 socket is a Craftsman USA. When I got to the register the guy counted them looked at them and said $32 for everything I looked at him and said pass. The lady working there chased us out the door begging to make a deal so I finally got them down to $10 probably too much but oh well I like tools and heck she wanted to make a sale she seen my Snap-on shirt and hat and was chatting about that too so I just gave the $10 and out the door I went.
Fedwrench
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Mayhew and rebadged as MATCO, have a stubby set with a hex shaped base so you can use a ratcheting wrench for an even lower profile.
Gearwrench 1/4” stubby SAE hex set. Got it after doing a PTU fluid drain and fill on a 2018 Ford Edge. Uses a 1/4” hex bit for the drain plug tucked nicely where my existing hex bit sockets can’t fit! Good excuse to buy more tools to make the job easier next time.
CoreyB
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Happy to help, I'm a Porsche tech, but have spent a lot of time around Audi's. I actually had just serviced a Q7 about a week ago and noticed the calipers mounted to the brackets and had to laugh as Porsches don't need the bracket on their design. Porsche uses the same platform for the Cayenne just heavily modified to suit their needs so I pick up on a lot of the small differences between them.thanks for the heads up! guess i need to go make another post in the "tools you never use" thread
What is the actual name for the bolt type/socket and how did you find it?
I was shocked when my MAC tools dealer got them for me a week after asking him for them. I figured they would have been out of stock, but he had no issues sourcing them. That was a little over a month ago though.
I have the Mayhew torx set. Came in handy when I was doing an overhaul on my 335i. It's definitely a well made set for not a lot of money. Might have to get the hex heads too.
1foxracing
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This weeks stuff.
javyLSU
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Just got off the truck… Little haul this week, a 1/4” reversible ratcheting wrench, replacement soft grip for one of my 3/8” ratchets, and my dealer took $50 off the set of 3/8” locking wobble extensions. Sold!
Also did warranty exchange on my Torx T10 driver (my dealer said I’m the first person he’s ever had warranty a T10 before haha)
Also did warranty exchange on my Torx T10 driver (my dealer said I’m the first person he’s ever had warranty a T10 before haha)
German Satin
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Something happens to me when I see lovely pictures of Koken tools ... it's difficult to describe, I think it may be simply because they are just tool ****, to me anywayThis weeks stuff.
BlakeTheCarGuy
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Did you get a whole new torx driver? That’s cool my dealer only does that if the handle breaks.Just got off the truck… Little haul this week, a 1/4” reversible ratcheting wrench, replacement soft grip for one of my 3/8” ratchets, and my dealer took $50 off the set of 3/8” locking wobble extensions. Sold!
Also did warranty exchange on my Torx T10 driver (my dealer said I’m the first person he’s ever had warranty a T10 before haha)
Alpine4x4
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My dealer gave me a whole new driver when I warrantied my T20.
javyLSU
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I expected him to just swap out the shank, but he swapped the whole thing because he didn’t have the shank on the truck and had to order it in anyway.
Dennis Leigh Henry
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A few recent auction finds...
Raineman
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A few recent auction finds...
This vintage Klein socket driver set definitely looks like something Klein contracted out to S-K Tools Corp. years ago to make for Klein because it looks identical to a couple of S-K Tool driver sets that I have.
Only difference that I can see is just the name printed showing Klein instead of S-K Tools.
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Kevkx125
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That is one versatile machine I bet it comes in handy have fun.Well I figured this qualified as a tool......it's a tool I'm using to add on another 1200' to my existing 1200' shop. I picked this up this weekend. Has a 6' bucket and also came with a set of forks and will accept all skid steer attachments. On the back it's a extend-a-hoe with a 9" and 24" bucket that'll dig down 10'1". Best part for trenching is the back-hoe moves from side to side so you don't have to over excavate as much as a standard mini-ex. All of this on a platform the size of a skidsteer. All I can say is this retirement gig is getting better by the day!
Michael B.
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My new compressor. For my new shop.
Finance Guy
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Nice looking compressor, though it looks like you already had an Ingersoll Rand … why the need for a new one?My new compressor. For my new shop.
Qualitytools
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I was going to ask the same question.
Michael B.
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FG it’s an upgrade. The IR didn’t have enough CFM to properly run my sandblast cabinet.
Magnum440d100
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We use these clamps at work (fabbing in the shop and out in the field holding the frames together while we lift them into place).
I bought the Pittsburgh ones (have 3 altogether) last year sometime, and put them through their paces. One was showing some wear, so I decided to “upgrade” to a higher end harbor freight one lol.
If vise-grip was still USA, I’d consider them, but not wholly. We ABUSE them, they get dropped sometimes 2-3 stories, get drilled through, etc. So I don’t want to have a lot of money invested in these clamps. Hopefully the Bremen hold up.
I bought the Pittsburgh ones (have 3 altogether) last year sometime, and put them through their paces. One was showing some wear, so I decided to “upgrade” to a higher end harbor freight one lol.
If vise-grip was still USA, I’d consider them, but not wholly. We ABUSE them, they get dropped sometimes 2-3 stories, get drilled through, etc. So I don’t want to have a lot of money invested in these clamps. Hopefully the Bremen hold up.
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Dennis Leigh Henry
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Got belts for this Dyna Brade tool.. picked up a couple weeks back at an auction for $35. New ones run upwards of $500....
Slednut
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javyLSU
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Wilton Tradesman 1755, found on FB marketplace. Cost me $350, more than I wanted to pay - but this thing is brand new. There’s not a single hammer mark anywhere on it, nor is there a spot of rust. All the other ones in this price range were beaten half way to hell, and would have required restoration and/or parts. Not having to spend any time and money restoring was worth it, and I really wanted to find one without ******* marks. This one is from right at the end of the USA manufacturing for the Tradesman line - keyway shows a 04/18 date of manufacture. Can’t wait to mount her up!
Indexmill
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But you NEEDED 3 more Channellocks??Contrary to GJ belief, I didn't need another screwdriver!
Funny you say that, harbor freight is to blame. I bought a cheaper pliers set years ago from them, and the slip joint adjustable pliers have always been junk. I ONLY have ONE of the channel lock pliers in my garage box and that one will be going downstairs, while the three will be staying in the garage.
Luckily I have room in my box, so I don't have to start searching for an EPIQ just yet!
andersen24
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Ive already dragged out two stumps and have trenched a couple hundred feet for a new gas line. Definitely is a blast!
PelicanPines
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This "tool purchase" is a test. I have a 1 foot thick pin oak branch about 20 feet up. It would cost a grand to have a professional come in and deal with it.
I tried my Jameson Pole saw but was only able to saw thru about 1/3 of the branch before my shoulder gave out (torn rotator). I'm not climbing a 24 foot ladder with a chainsaw. I probably would end up in the WTF thread for winning an award.
SO ... I bought one of these rope chain saws and plan on using it with my wife to try and tackle this branch. I will let you know how it works out. BUT I want to say. From first inspection... it looks pretty good. I put my fingers in the picture to show the size. It's one of those boxing deals where... when you take it out of the box... it is virtually impossible to fit back in the box.
NOTE: You can't use this by yourself. The BOTTOMs of the ropes have to be much farther apart ... so you need TWO PEOPLE.
I tried my Jameson Pole saw but was only able to saw thru about 1/3 of the branch before my shoulder gave out (torn rotator). I'm not climbing a 24 foot ladder with a chainsaw. I probably would end up in the WTF thread for winning an award.
SO ... I bought one of these rope chain saws and plan on using it with my wife to try and tackle this branch. I will let you know how it works out. BUT I want to say. From first inspection... it looks pretty good. I put my fingers in the picture to show the size. It's one of those boxing deals where... when you take it out of the box... it is virtually impossible to fit back in the box.
NOTE: You can't use this by yourself. The BOTTOMs of the ropes have to be much farther apart ... so you need TWO PEOPLE.
I picked up the VIM Tools MMS450 "Mechanics Master Set". Its the first VIM stuff I have and it seems well made. I like how compact everything is. The case is nice.
It looks to me like the P1 is actually the same as the P2 in my set, though.
It looks to me like the P1 is actually the same as the P2 in my set, though.
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javyLSU
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What part of NJ are you in? I'd gladly lend a hand if it's driving distance...This "tool purchase" is a test. I have a 1 foot thick pin oak branch about 20 feet up. It would cost a grand to have a professional come in and deal with it.
I tried my Jameson Pole saw but was only able to saw thru about 1/3 of the branch before my shoulder gave out (torn rotator). I'm not climbing a 24 foot ladder with a chainsaw. I probably would end up in the WTF thread for winning an award.
SO ... I bought one of these rope chain saws and plan on using it with my wife to try and tackle this branch. I will let you know how it works out. BUT I want to say. From first inspection... it looks pretty good. I put my fingers in the picture to show the size. It's one of those boxing deals where... when you take it out of the box... it is virtually impossible to fit back in the box.
NOTE: You can't use this by yourself. The BOTTOMs of the ropes have to be much farther apart ... so you need TWO PEOPLE.
PelicanPines
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I'm a piney. North of Atlantic City tho... So I do have a bit of a cedar aftertaste. South of me... they are all scrubs. Google the song.
Thanks for the offer... I can rustle up a few hands... I want to test this out in the worst way. I have seen these and decided I was gonna give it a try. Researched it and found you need 2 people. Think of the two ropes hanging down. If it's 20 feet up... the two ropes should be almost 20 feet apart. Per the instructions from "a tree guy". It's his rule of thumb.