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[ChefRex]

Mayhew stubby torx set came in, same height as my Blue Pint but the hex will be useful, shall see how they hold up.

 

[Ton ton]

I was surprised the teeth mesh so well. Impressive for $11 shipped.

Should be great for pulling hair out of shopping cart wheels.

You got it figured out.

 

[ste6168]

Just picked up this Tool Aid automatic wire stripper. Wanted to try something different than my old "Mac Tools" Automatic wire stripper.

Those toolaid strippers are great! My favorite autos by far, and priced right!

 

[CGarage]

Is that a sticker Jens included with the order? Nice touch.

 

[ste6168]

New meter to add to my Fluke collection. Going to move the Extech clamp meter to the backup/helper bag, needed one there anyway. Figured that made for a good reason to upgrade.

 

[jmf535]

Is that a sticker Jens included with the order? Nice touch.

It is...and the bag of Haribo that he threw in was an even nicer touch.

 

[Shocker]

So as promise, here are pics of the rest of the huge Craftsman lot I bought from the bicycle guy.



Craftsman hip top box. Pretty much brand new from the '70s.


Various Craftsman sockets. Pretty much new. 6 point SAE, Metric 1/2 drive. There is a couple of 2/8 6pt and a lone Snap On 24mm deep.


Yet another like new 70's Craftsman toolbox


Contents of 2nd box. All brand new. What a bunch of shiny 70's Craftsman!

 

[Shocker]

The damn forum keeps telling me the message is too long. I can't post the stuff I grabbed this weekend. It is shorter than the last post!

 

[Shocker]

Top pic is the pile from the cardboard box. A fun mix of stuff. SK, Craftsman, Billings, Upland Forge, Stanley etc.
The rest is a mix of Craftsman sockets, Taiwan and Chinese wrenches and a mix of bits and a driver. There are 2 sets of impacts. One 3/8 SAE Craftsman and metric Grey Pneumatic.

 

[qqzj]

The guy did a great job of rust prevention. You are really lucky!

 

[Qualitytools]

So as promise, here are pics of the rest of the huge Craftsman lot I bought from the bicycle guy.



Craftsman hip top box. Pretty much brand new from the '70s.


Various Craftsman sockets. Pretty much new. 6 point SAE, Metric 1/2 drive. There is a couple of 2/8 6pt and a lone Snap On 24mm deep.


Yet another like new 70's Craftsman toolbox


Contents of 2nd box. All brand new. What a bunch of shiny 70's Craftsman!

I had that exact Craftsmen box, now I can't remember what I did with it. I use to take it with me to the track with some tools, just in case. Never had to use any of the tools at the track. Nice assistant in the background.

 

[midorix]

A $20 slide hammer adapter works like wonder when taking out CV axle. But this is also fun if you have a lift.

Thanks and yup...slide hammer is also on my shopping list (currently don't own one) along with CV adapter.....hoping something good goes on sale on Amazon Prime Day next week. It will be a 2nd tool purchase that I hope I don't have to use. I have a QuickJack so I know air hammer can be used but for last resort as I will likely lose the core charge if I air hammer **** out of the axle.

 

[Semi-hole mechanic]

I won a auction on eBay for a bunch of made in USA Craftsman sockets for a penny and $9 shipping. Wanted the 1 1/8” 1/2 drive shallow socket but was surprised to find a 1/4 drive 7/16” 6pt -v- series to replace the 12 pt that was a replacement in my dad’s old set. Plus plus a 1/4 drive 9/16” that I did not have (Dad’s old set stopped at 1/2”). Also had a 3/8 drive 11/16” (my set jumps from 5/8” to 3/4”. Then several sockets I don’t need including a BE 1/2 drive 15/16” 12pt. As well as a few G series 1/2 drives. I’m hoping I can get my $9 back on just the old BE series socket.

 

[Semi-hole mechanic]

Pic of BE 15/16”

 

[Semi-hole mechanic]

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Nice looking set. I do have a gripe about the sizes, though, for this and most other sets. I wish they would split off some more sizes like they do the 17/19, both commonly found, so it is useful to have them both on one wrench. The same would also be true if they made an 8/10 and a 12/14. I rarely need 9, 11 and 15, and 13 only if it is a non-Japanese M8 fastener.

I have Fords and Mopars. 13 and 15 are really common.

 

[HenryAZ]

I have Fords and Mopars. 13 and 15 are really common.

Then a 13/15 combo would also make sense. My point being I like to see commonly used sizes on the same wrench, not a common one together with an uncommon one, which makes you have to grab two wrenches.

 

[Snapped-off]

My small haul from the day-after Epsteins day.

20" Channelock 480
Mini Crescent nut drivers in SAE/MM.

 

[Woody1320]

Post hole digger, trimmer string, a new pair of Carhartt tinted safety glasses, and saw horses.

 

[rockinacummins]

Amazon purchase this week. Greasing the skid steer has been a chore with my old pistol grip grease gun. This should do the trick!

 

[Maxcustody]

Amazon purchase this week. Greasing the skid steer has been a chore with my old pistol grip grease gun. This should do the trick!

I purchased this for the same purpose. I haven’t used mine yet but I’m looking forward to it.

 

[Madjik Man]

So as promise, here are pics of the rest of the huge Craftsman lot I bought from the bicycle guy.



Craftsman hip top box. Pretty much brand new from the '70s.


Various Craftsman sockets. Pretty much new. 6 point SAE, Metric 1/2 drive. There is a couple of 2/8 6pt and a lone Snap On 24mm deep.


Yet another like new 70's Craftsman toolbox


Contents of 2nd box. All brand new. What a bunch of shiny 70's Craftsman!

Good lord, that's incredible.

 

[Madjik Man]

Icon long flex head ratcheting wrenches (bought during their July 4 20% off sale)

 

[msharley]

Top pic is the pile from the cardboard box. A fun mix of stuff. SK, Craftsman, Billings, Upland Forge, Stanley etc.
The rest is a mix of Craftsman sockets, Taiwan and Chinese wrenches and a mix of bits and a driver. There are 2 sets of impacts. One 3/8 SAE Craftsman and metric Grey Pneumatic.

The suckage is strong!

What a GREAT SCORE!

 

[M635_Guy]

Went to get a 10' tent since there's a coupon and my old Coleman bit the dust a couple weeks ago, and came back with this for $114 as an open-box (and the tent, too):

 

[midorix]

So as promise, here are pics of the rest of the huge Craftsman lot I bought from the bicycle guy.



Craftsman hip top box. Pretty much brand new from the '70s.


Various Craftsman sockets. Pretty much new. 6 point SAE, Metric 1/2 drive. There is a couple of 2/8 6pt and a lone Snap On 24mm deep.


Yet another like new 70's Craftsman toolbox


Contents of 2nd box. All brand new. What a bunch of shiny 70's Craftsman!

You ****…………so jealous.

 

[Rkcubed]

Top pic is the pile from the cardboard box. A fun mix of stuff. SK, Craftsman, Billings, Upland Forge, Stanley etc.
The rest is a mix of Craftsman sockets, Taiwan and Chinese wrenches and a mix of bits and a driver. There are 2 sets of impacts. One 3/8 SAE Craftsman and metric Grey Pneumatic.

Great score

 

[ATC]

Tekton torx bits. T10 thru T60

 

[1320]

Tekton torx bits. T10 thru T60

Will you let us know how you like them? I've been eyeballing them for a while now...

 

[Outahere]

Tekton torx bits. T10 thru T60

Is the elusive T17 size included?

 

[d.mcfarland]

Is the elusive T17 size included?

No, as indicated by the sizes on the edge of the case.

 

[rharman]

Went to get a 10' tent since there's a coupon and my old Coleman bit the dust a couple weeks ago, and came back with this for $114 as an open-box (and the tent, too):

I've always wanted one of those but.... For years, I've looked at that type of clamping tool (various brands) but just can't come up with a use case. For me, it seems to be a solution in search of a problem.

 

[Shocker]

Thanks for the suckage guys!

 

[BmwTechZiggy]

Will you let us know how you like them? I've been eyeballing them for a while now...

I have a neiko set i got off ebay/amazon i think thats fantastic. 10/10 would recommend

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LECIWE/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[m6z]

 

[Fedwrench]

Tell me about the VIM ratchet, Do you like it? Do you think its handle is too large? Crisp ratcheting action?

 

[m6z]

Tell me about the VIM ratchet, Do you like it? Do you think its handle is too large? Crisp ratcheting action?

I think it'll come in handy eventually. The handle isn't too large IMO, I think it matches the size of the ratchet pretty well. It is larger than the typical 1/4 ratchet. Crisp ratcheting, there is some play in the anvil. Jersey discount tool has them for $33 shipped at the moment. No use, as it just arrived. First impressions are good. Here's a comparison picture.

 

[Madjik Man]

I think it'll come in handy eventually. The handle isn't too large IMO, I think it matches the size of the ratchet pretty well. It is larger than the typical 1/4 ratchet. Crisp ratcheting, there is some play in the anvil. Jersey discount tool has them for $33 shipped at the moment. No use, as it just arrived. First impressions are good. Here's a comparison picture.

Are those the VIM socket rails? So much want.

 

[jmf535]

Those magnets are very handy...I find myself adding another one to my cart everytime I place an order.

However, I do wish that PB Swiss offered a magnetic pickup that is the same size as that bit driver. I've been considering buying the bit driver, drilling out the the holder, and epoxying a stack of magnets in there.

 

[AZpilot]

Picked up this Stihl RE90 electric pressure washer. I have been wanting one that was easier to use and quiet compared to my gas powered ones, and this one matches my other toys.

How is this working for you? Thinking of picking one up.

 

[freudianfloyd]

How is this working for you? Thinking of picking one up.

To be honest, I've only used it once and it worked well for my needs. It isn't the most powerful, but it works good for cars. The one thing I didn't realize about it until I went to get one, was that it uses proprietary hose and accessories, so you can't use just any hose, tips, snow cannons, or wand, etc. However the nozzle is adjustable, it does a pretty cool spiral that helps scrub, and it comes with a snow cannon of its own.