Maxcustody
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Klein wire stripper, Knipex Cobra's 180 and 250mm and cheap ($8) amazon set of scrapers.
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Maxcustody
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Finally MATCO! I ordered all this stuff from my tool truck guy in January. I picked up everything today except one item.............Still missing 16v 3/8 long reach ratchet.
I've been renovating a building on my property to put a few motorcycles in that need work/restoration. I'm working on a second set of tools for that building. I've been all Channellock in the past, but picked up some Knipex for out there. Got some Bremen locking pliers and some hex/torx keys as well. Do I really need a full second set of tools for that building? Of course I do!
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driftpin
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My personal preference is straight-jaw 10" locking pliers for the type of nut/screw/stud removal I encounter in working on motorcycles. I got a Milwaukee recently in that spec from Big Orange Box and am pleased with its utility.I've been renovating a building on my property to put a few motorcycles in that need work/restoration. I'm working on a second set of tools for that building. I've been all Channellock in the past, but picked up some Knipex for out there. Got some Bremen locking pliers and some hex/torx keys as well. Do I really need a full second set of tools for that building? Of course I do!
Lowlevel2021
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Before Tekton’s 20% rewards expired I went ahead and purchased their high torque driver set.
Bessy
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Not to be impolite, but I have to ask, why a collection of adjustable wrenches? I have probably six, but other than the 18" proto that I use on big nuts (primarily hitch balls) I avoid grabbing the others for nearly any job.
Wiz02
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I can't remember if this quote is from the late great engineer / racer Mark Donohue, but it's something along the line of only hacks use adjustable wrenches.
kyrbz
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If you find yourself needing Whitworth hardware, my favorite source is "Nooky's Nuts". Even with shipping from UK to US it's usually a better deal than US suppliers.
Nooky's Nuts - Classic Motorcycle Nuts and Bolts
Nooky's Nuts are suppliers of high quality fasteners, nuts, bolts and washers. Cycle thread, BSF and UNF fasteners for classic motorcycles
www.nookysnuts.com
There's also British Tools and Fasteners in the US. I bought King **** wrenches, Koken sockets, and various Whitworth tap and dies from them and they were very good about warrantying the King **** wrenches when chrome starting peeling not long after I bought them,
Woody1320
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I have those wire strippers. I haven't used them a ton, but I absolutely love them.Klein wire stripper, Knipex Cobra's 180 and 250mm and cheap ($8) amazon set of scrapers.
ICON-branded double box end ratcheting flex heads. I don’t particularly care for HF, but with the Father’s Day 20% off coupon they came in about the same price as the Mountain-branded but with a warranty. I’ve heard they tend to break so you want a warranty but didn’t want to spend $340+ for the Matco branded ones.
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zmotorsports
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You'll like it. I have the same Hazet "T" ratchet handle that I've used for many, many years and still reach for it quite a bit. It has held up well and has never failed me.
Maxcustody
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I have been looking at different brands for years and never picked any up. Watched a YouTube review the other day and convinced me to try these. They seem like very good quality, looking forward to using them. My new shop needs electrical still on the fence about DIY or hiring an electrician.
Isn't Klein a copy cat here? I remember Irwin came out with something like this first.
Maxcustody
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No idea???? Plenty of copies of many different tools,
These four were sold a few months ago. The decision was made to whittle down the collection at my dad's shop, which is in another state. He has retired and relocated, but still has a lot of stuff in this building. He has two other custom scouts that he rides and is going to keep (I don't have pictures of those), but that's it for the Indians. While I think Indians are cool, I have no real desire or space to own them. I'm glad they went to someone who will enjoy them.
sorry, didn't mean to hijack the thread
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List of Tool Arrivals:
1. Ridgid Starter Kit: TWO Ridgid 18v batteries, Ridgid standup charger, Ridgid travel bag. (think mini milwaukee bag)
2. Milwaukee M18 5ah battery (stock photo)
3. Knipex wire cutters 6"
4. No name flush cutters for zipties
5. Magnetic keychains... ordered 1... they sent me 3.
1. Ridgid Starter Kit: TWO Ridgid 18v batteries, Ridgid standup charger, Ridgid travel bag. (think mini milwaukee bag)
2. Milwaukee M18 5ah battery (stock photo)
3. Knipex wire cutters 6"
4. No name flush cutters for zipties
5. Magnetic keychains... ordered 1... they sent me 3.
Snappy got me, traded my old brushed screwdriver in for a brushless, the peeling overlay bothered me and I did let a little smoke out once.
And although it my be a little redundant but I picked up a 1/4” impact because I deserve it, lol.
And although it my be a little redundant but I picked up a 1/4” impact because I deserve it, lol.
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kyrbz
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Some Facom 440 wrenches with a few pics comparing them to some Craftsman wrenches
javyLSU
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My 1/4" impact is my most frequently used impact...
It’s an addiction
I'm liking it so far.
Smokeshow69
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Nice find! =v= metric is late 50’s/60’s and isn’t super easy to find.Not a "new" tool but kind of new to me. I sorted this metric craftsman set out of a mixed box I had packed when we were cleaning my great grandparent's house.
BlakeTheCarGuy
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First ever Matco Wednesday at my shop. Orange magnetic pickup tool. Blue 3/8 medium sized ratchet. I love their locking flex head designs. Knipex 10 inch pliers wrench. Some “free” air tool oil. Guy forgot to ring it up I pointed it out he said well buddy that’s yours then since I made a mistake and you just spent a lot of money lol. Got some drill bits too which are much needed these are great I’ve used my coworkers many times. And a tire gauge because my Milton crapped out long ago. I prefer a analog tire gauges but this one was there, cheaper than Snap-on and orange so I said I’ll take it. Our dealer is a really nice guy and has a lot better stocked truck than our Snap-on guy. This is the guys second day in the franchise he was a tech for years. He promised me he would get pocket screwdrivers soon because you know I asked for them LOL. Our shops are so large that he dedicates Wednesday to us. Kinda celebrated with new tools today since I passed my state inspection test so I’m really happy. Which also gave me another raise.
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Nice, I've got the same exact ones. Replaced the cheap Tekton I used before. Love the smaller size, perfect for my remote oil filter relocator.
i Have the bigger angled head ones and they work great. I just thought these might help with access due to their small size.
CHI_Tool&Die
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Congratulations on the pass and the raise, amigo! That’s some good stuff going on both tool and life-wise.
Raineman
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Congrats Blake, thats great news about the inspection certification and the raise. Those drill bits are awesome. I had to drill some bracket holes for brake lines in my new Chevelle frame and a buddy brought over his set. They are AMAZING! I’m trying to destroy the thousand drill bits I have now so I can have an excuse to buy a set.
BlakeTheCarGuy
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Glad to hear about the drill bits. Everyone who I knew that had them said the same thing. Pretty much a must as a technician. I wish they weren’t made in China though but if they do the job that’s what matters.