strongest non-marring pry tools (nylon etc)
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md21722
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kctyphoon
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At $45 or so the snap on might be worth it if they actually are what you'd expect.. don't think I've ever said that before, but then agin there's no telling they'd be any better that a $15 set without having them side by side.
https://store.snapon.com/SearchResu...g&IsPartsSearch=0&departmentName=Tool Catalog
https://store.snapon.com/SearchResu...g&IsPartsSearch=0&departmentName=Tool Catalog
Lelandwelds
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I have never made a plastic pry bar but here are the sources I have used for CF:
http://dragonplate.com/mobile/product.asp?pID=4530&cID=18
http://www.solarcomposites.com/NewSoller/Carbon-6K-Fabrics.html
The Blojob bars are certainly cheap enough. I'd try them.
http://dragonplate.com/mobile/product.asp?pID=4530&cID=18
http://www.solarcomposites.com/NewSoller/Carbon-6K-Fabrics.html
The Blojob bars are certainly cheap enough. I'd try them.
kctyphoon
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Yup I stand corrected, spoke too soon - heres the same snap on set for $25 from the link you provided.. ******* snap on.. I knew better then this...
http://www.bojoinc.com/index.php/co...ece-composite-pry-tool-kit-in-tool-pouch.html
md21722
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I can tell you that the Snap On / BOJO tools work far better than a $10-15 set from O'Reilly's!
BDT/NWMN
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Glad Someone is watching out for US....
What is wrong with selling a tool under it's manufacturer's name? If they loaded some of those items on the SnapOn truck and sold them under their original name; for a more competitive cost; couldn't/wouldn't they sell more of them??? Well, some of US have the answer to that one
Lelandwelds
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Glad Someone is watching out for US....
What is wrong with selling a tool under it's manufacturer's name? If they loaded some of those items on the SnapOn truck and sold them under their original name; for a more competitive cost; couldn't/wouldn't they sell more of them??? Well, some of US have the answer to that one
Snap-One has their sales model. They are a success by any measure.
They don't get my money but more power to 'em.
kctyphoon
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If snap on sold SK sockets with "snap on" stamped onto them for twice the price - I swear people would still buy them..
BDT/NWMN
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How true that is, SnapOn does have a good thing going as far as business goes. When working in dealerships; their weekly visits and finance plans made good tools available, and I spent My share of money. But as far as re-branded tools such as these non-marring pry tools; I never felt loyal enough to give them double the money simply because it was riding around in a SnapOn truck. For Me; Garage Journal and internet tool sites have increased the awareness of countless better deals, with delivery by the brown tool truck.
Lelandwelds
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Remember, Snap-On doesnt mfg anything. They just get anOEM to private label for them. ( I dont want to ignite the Harley fanboys but HD has some parallels. It works.)
Well, that's not really true anymore. They have plowed profits into buying competitors and supplier's. I am just glad they like quality tools instead of trashing the brand for profit. (Is that a weird corporate goal or what?)
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Ed_EOD
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Completely wrong. Snap-on manufactures the vast majority of their hand tools and toolboxes. They do rebrand some patented specialty type tools, diagnostic equipment, and some other random items. Things like torque wrenches are made by another company, but that company is owned by Snap-on. They even make their own air tools IIRC. Of all the major tool brands I’d say they make more in house than any of them.
bob15
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bob15
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Glad Someone is watching out for US....
What is wrong with selling a tool under it's manufacturer's name? If they loaded some of those items on the SnapOn truck and sold them under their original name; for a more competitive cost; couldn't/wouldn't they sell more of them??? Well, some of US have the answer to that one
You guys realize that the Snappy set is only $2.50 more if I ordered both sets.. Bojo wants $14.00 to ship that set to CT, Snap On is free. So how is Snap On screwing you?
Getting it through Snap On might be better/easier for warranties as well.
plenty options and bojo rebranded by few so easy enough find local
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=378042
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=378042
xin
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The same ole broken record, people spend $5 for energy drinks per gallon would be $50! --> DAILY
People spend $12 a day on cigs and don't forget liquor as well (don't miss a beat)... Then the ultimate is the $800 CELL phones people buy (it ain't SNAP-ON) some made in China phone...
IF one added up what all of these people continuing COMPLAIN about Snap-On prices (I bet they spend $300 a MONTH) then another $100+ on a CELL phone bill.
ONE could easily afford to buy QUALITY tools.
kythri
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Astro Pneumatic's trim tools have worked beautifully for me for years, and are non-marring.
Bobcat753
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I have the Snap On BOJO set but I don't find them to be very sturdy. However I also have the Easy Pry and love it! Super strong and can remove most trim easily.
https://www.steckmfg.com/21730_EasyPryTool.html
https://www.steckmfg.com/21730_EasyPryTool.html
Sine Swept
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I will add one that doesn't belong to a particular Mfg, but the design of it just works and works.
The last time I bought some, they shipped out of the UK.
Here is a picture of what it looks like
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Windshield-Stick-Window-Hatch-Glass-Insert-Trim-Fid-Installation-Nylon-Tool-/370576402872
The last time I bought some, they shipped out of the UK.
Here is a picture of what it looks like
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Windshield-Stick-Window-Hatch-Glass-Insert-Trim-Fid-Installation-Nylon-Tool-/370576402872
rlitman
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Carbon fiber is abrasive. Glass filled plastic can be too. Both are stronger than pure thermoplastic, and all have their uses.
If you're destroying trim tools, I suggest two courses of action:
1) Treat them like they're disposable, get the cheapest guitar picks out there, and toss them when they're worn out, and /or
2) Get or make yourself something made from metal.
Now I'm not advocating using metal tools against a painted surface! This is what plastic is for. And cheap plastic at that.
But when trying to open up plastic parts, metal watch case openers can be far better than plastic trim tools.
When working with metal parts, you can make something out of brass. Old knives and screwdrivers can be easily modified by the sander too.
Also, you can cover a metal tool with tape on one side to use between a painted surface and plastic. UHMW tape is what I'd recommend.
YES! Snap On's charging a premium for their warranty service. When Snap On applies their lifetime warranty to a rebranded tool, it often makes sense to buy from them.
This is as opposed to their torque wrenches for example, where they don't have a lifetime warranty, so the OEM is the better deal.
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You won't get much warranty support from Bojo. If I knew then what I know now, I'd have paid the slight premium on the ones that say Snap On on them to get the warranty. You WILL damage these eventually if you use them.
I just ordered a set of the basic 4 pry tools off ebay for 99 cents shipped. I already have a bunch of the same type as well as a bunch of spudgers (tools to pry open cases for watches, phones etc., lots of battery replacing around the house).
These tools are like fuses, you want them to break, not the item you are prying on.
These tools are like fuses, you want them to break, not the item you are prying on.
tonyciambrone
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I like my Astro Pneumatic set also. Used Snap-on/Bono at school. They are o.k but I don't think they are as stiff/sturdy
BDT/NWMN
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Order from a source that offers free shipping for orders over a given dollar value, and save that shipping cost... Being My preference is for tools that are sold under their manufacturer's name, this is what I would prefer to do.
It doing so, I would save the added expense of having the SnapOn name applied.
It cost money to drive a loaded tool truck around, and that expense is padded into the cost of the tools. I did not state that SnapOn was screwing anyone. They serve their customers better;;;;;;;;;provided that you are working in a dealership that is a regular stop. Like I stated earlier, I have spent my share of money on SnapOn tools while working in dealerships. I no longer work in a dealership, and to get any warranty service; I either have to take time to chase down the SnapOn truck at one of it's regular stops, or mail the broken tools in directly to SnapOn.. The weekly red carpet service is no longer convenient for me. Therefore; I have little desire to buy rebranded tools from SnapOn.
kctyphoon
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Well, to answer the cell phone analogy - why more adults (cause kids and teens will spend HOURS watching videos on the phone, so it's not worth it for them), don't opt to buy their own unlocked smartphone for under $200, and then hook it up to Tracphone is beyond me. It uses the Verizon network, budget smartphones today are very comparable to the most expensive models, and it probably works out to be about $20 a month or less I spend to do everything that everyone else does, including using the gps for HOURS everyday..
So yea - you can blindly spend money to buy what you'd like to believe is the best out there cause of the name attached to it, or you can literally buy the same things for a lot less money. Only catch is you give up being able to post fancy pictures online and you'll have to find other things to do with the money saved..
But anyway - if you know of where I can buy Red Bull or Monster energy drinks by the gallon, please share - cause I live on that **** so I can function these days.
People are free to spend their money how they see fit. If a $200 or $300 month payment for tools is worth it to them - more power to ya.. personally I'd rather buy cheaper comparable tools from a different brand and use that saved money on other things.
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kctyphoon
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Well unfortunately, about 20 seconds of using Google would reveal those BOJO kits available all over the place.. like this 10 piece kit (others were 5) with the pouch for $28 shipped..
You can literally find those kits from many different websites, cheaper than the manufacturers website, which is usually typical when shopping online..
https://www.ebay.com/itm/BoJo-Tools...d=232532472638&_trksid=p2385738.c100677.m4598
And yes I'm aware that's a scraper kit, but just making the point. You can find the trim removal sets also with a few minutes online. Obviously shipping will vary from place to place.
7 piece set - no pouch - $20 shipped
https://www.ebay.com/i/232532472638...3D711-117182-37290-0%26rvr_id%3D1404117952726
I'll agree - for SOME people the tool truck option might be worth it, buts it's not necessary.
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Lol... You kinda proved his point, I personally have some friends and co-workers that probably spend $10-20 bucks a day on energy drinks, cigs, chewing tobacco and fast food, and that might be conservative.
Im in No way shape or form trying to insinuate that there aren't people with everyday vices shopping on tool trucks... Ha!! I'm just saying, we are in a tool discussion forum and there may be people who are willing to trade a bed full of empty energy drinks/fast food wrappers for a floorboard or at least glove box full of shiny tools. In the end.. To judge someone for wasting money on GoGo juice or the tool brand in there box is silly, it just depend on what side of the fence your on.
Food for thought
In regards to the Original question, I have the BOJO set that I've had for years, very little use so I won't make any claims to "strongest" and I also have the HF yellow set that has probably seen more use account they are loose in the drawer versus rolled up. I've yet to break one...
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kctyphoon
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I never expect you of all people to agree with anything I ever post on here.. but how you concluded that what I wrote proves his point must be an act of God.
Well.. I'll try, Unless your getting the energy drink that you "live on" and need to "function" for free, I suppose there are people who don't spend money on energy drinks based off that , I "conclude" those consumers might have extra money at the end of the day to spend how they see fit. Is that Not what Xin the member you quoted was trying to say?
Did I miss something?
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kythri
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The back-handed insult/insinuation that if you're shopping for less expensive alternatives, you're not buying quality tools:
Oh I didn't miss it... I've just become immune to it, both sides are guilty.
There is no doubt in my mind, based off his recent posts, he fully want to justify his tool purchase history, I suppose there is nothing wrong with that, everyone does it. If you think about, he does have a point. It doesn't make you fiscally responsible to brag about saving X amount of dollars by buying brand B versus A if your drinking/eating up your savings with junk food. On a side Note, it's Nobody business why they choose A or B, just be happy with your choice for the reasons that are important to you.
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FigureItOut
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I'm a big fan of Bojo, also the Steck trim pliers are nice. Snapon makes a little spoon shaped tool they call a seal remover that is metal, but has very nicely rounded edges and doesn't mar easily, I use that thing constantly. I'm loving my newest arrival, they call it a Sheet Metal Skin Wedge. I believe it's made for aviation work. It's also metal, but the design and finish make it very good for prying without marring. 
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kctyphoon
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If everyone would resort to eating peanut butter and drinking water, sorry - TAP WATER- everyday, nobody has any excuse to not buy rebranded tools at twice the cost.. lol.. great argument. You should run for office on the platform and replace it with healthcare.. lmao.
1. I've Never argued for not buying rebranded tools, I believe my cross referencing the hydraulic lines is proof enough of that.
2. Well #1 just about covers it.
How you keep coming up with these wild fascinations that I'm arguing for brand A versus B is beyond me, pay attention man.
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kctyphoon
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That wasn't directed at you.. I thought you were sharper than this..
And I don't know what hydraulic line reference you're talking about. I rarely read everything you write.
That wasn't directed at you.. I thought you were sharper than this..
And I don't know what hydraulic line reference you're talking about. I rarely read everything you write.
Yeah... It was intended for the guy who posted 11 hours ago and hasn't replied to your quote since...Gotcha..