The Harbor Freight PASS/FAIL Thread...
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dodge610
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Do you use them at work. Or are they for your home shop. My set for my home shop have held up fine.
dodge610
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Yes good price and they have held up to my cordless and my air impact.
FigureItOut
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I believe those were the ones recently discussed in some detail in their own thread. If I come across it again I'll link it for you.
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I would apreciate that. The search function does not seem to work on Tapatalk app.
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FigureItOut
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It doesn't work great in a browser either. To search, I usually go to a browser, type "(search subject) site:garagejournal.com"
Then when you click the result you want, it should give you the option to open it in Tapatalk.
Anyway, it was the 3/8" swivels that were discussed: http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=316973
I've been using these little 1' fiberglass rods for about a year and they've become indispensable to me. I use them to route wires out of the way and protected, minimizing the parts I have to remove to use the best routing. They work well for pulling wires through a firewall grommet, around the dash area etc. I've broken a couple trying to bend them more than I should, but they're a definite pass. http://m.harborfreight.com/3-16-inch-x-11-ft-fiberglass-wire-running-kit-65327.html
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rodster_67
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Fail
Titanium Nitride Coated High Speed Steel Drill Bit Set 13 Pc
Warrior - item#61621
Bought a set for some work in soft material and the bits themselves seemed ok but the some of them (mainly the larger ones) have so much wobble from the way they are crimped into the hex end, I might attach a shop rag and make a surrender flag!
That being said, for the price, $6.99 I might just keep the good ones, and use bad ones for a laugh now and then.
Titanium Nitride Coated High Speed Steel Drill Bit Set 13 Pc
Warrior - item#61621
Bought a set for some work in soft material and the bits themselves seemed ok but the some of them (mainly the larger ones) have so much wobble from the way they are crimped into the hex end, I might attach a shop rag and make a surrender flag!
That being said, for the price, $6.99 I might just keep the good ones, and use bad ones for a laugh now and then.
There are so many to list, it would take me an afternoon to summarize them all, but three that come to mind right away are
Pass - #68892, the motorcycle lift table. Other than a small hydraulic fluid leak on the relief valve, it's been a good asset in the work shop for going on 8 years now.
Fail - #69645, 4.5", 4.3 amp angle grinder. It didn't even last an hour.
Fail - #37530, Impact Driver set. All the bits shattered upon 1st use.
Pass - #68892, the motorcycle lift table. Other than a small hydraulic fluid leak on the relief valve, it's been a good asset in the work shop for going on 8 years now.
Fail - #69645, 4.5", 4.3 amp angle grinder. It didn't even last an hour.
Fail - #37530, Impact Driver set. All the bits shattered upon 1st use.
Greg85mcss
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Pass any sockets. Only reason they've gone from work to home is the skipped sizes & can't buy individual
Pass pro ratchets but the flex head does come loose
Pass rear disc brake kit
Pass deadblow hammer
Fail wood handle hammer
Pass chisels
Draw angle die grinders - I've had about 10 half were good but grew legs in the shop. The other half broke within the return period & got replaced
Fail orange handle soft grip screwdrivers
Fail coil compressor kit - DANGEROUS DO NOT BUY
Pass 5 drawer service cart
Pass 60 pc tap & die
Pass socket trays
Pass ball joint service kits
I've bought many other things but tried to go for the ones that really stood out either way
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Pass pro ratchets but the flex head does come loose
Pass rear disc brake kit
Pass deadblow hammer
Fail wood handle hammer
Pass chisels
Draw angle die grinders - I've had about 10 half were good but grew legs in the shop. The other half broke within the return period & got replaced
Fail orange handle soft grip screwdrivers
Fail coil compressor kit - DANGEROUS DO NOT BUY
Pass 5 drawer service cart
Pass 60 pc tap & die
Pass socket trays
Pass ball joint service kits
I've bought many other things but tried to go for the ones that really stood out either way
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rcktsled
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They sell a set with longer sections (maybe 3'), works well, MUCH cheaper than the comparable Klein set. Definite PASS.
TLCObsession
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I've been using these little 1' fiberglass rods for about a year and they've become indispensable to me. I use them to route wires out of the way and protected, minimizing the parts I have to remove to use the best routing. They work well for pulling wires through a firewall grommet, around the dash area etc. I've broken a couple trying to bend them more than I should, but they're a definite pass. http://m.harborfreight.com/3-16-inch-x-11-ft-fiberglass-wire-running-kit-65327.html
I have the longer set, and while they are OK, I have broken the brass studs on about half of mine. Cheaper than a quality set - so if you are a homeowner doing some basic wiring, they are OK - but if you make your living fishing wires - run away.
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No direct experience with it, but my friend got one and the forcing screw was all messed up after one (he did oil/grease it). He replaced the forcing screw with OTC.
Greg85mcss
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That's what happened to the spring compressors I mentioned & it's pretty scary to have a spring stuck on a broken tool. I worked in a shop that had the ball joint kit for everyone to use & we did a lot of fleet work so they were used at least twice a day. Maybe their infamous inconsistency
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FigureItOut
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Oh yeah, don't get me wrong. For their intended use in AC wire running I wouldn't consider them for serious work. I have LSD products for that. They're handy little guys though.
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rodster_67
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Labor Saving Devices..... I could have used some of that when I had to fish a wire to recessed lights instead of the two coat hangers with hooks on the ends!
I bet watching experienced people fish wires is entertaining.....lots of tricks I'm sure.
FigureItOut
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Their stuff is like some guy was working, and thought "I wish they made a tool that.....", then had the resources to make it.Labor Saving Devices..... I could have used some of that when I had to fish a wire to recessed lights instead of the two coat hangers with hooks on the ends!
I bet watching experienced people fish wires is entertaining.....lots of tricks I'm sure.
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rodster_67
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Unfortunately for the DIY'ers, the cost for a one time use is probably prohibitive. But then again there is nothing like doing a job with the right tools!
FigureItOut
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And hence the Harbor Freight Pass/Fail thread, ha ha.Unfortunately for the DIY'ers, the cost for a one time use is probably prohibitive. But then again there is nothing like doing a job with the right tools!
I'd give a pass to the 29 piece cobalt drill set at $59. I don't know drills the way most of you guys do, but I've been drilling up to 1/4" steel with these, and sometimes stainless, for a couple years and they throw nice curls, which I understand is a good thing. They've outlasted my US made annular cutters, which I have to replace often.
http://m.harborfreight.com/135-split-point-cobalt-drill-bit-set-29-pc-61885.html
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Ran my Gallant vr4 for years--what a fun car to drive!!!!
soj
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Both of those are ratchet jack type. AFSIK they no longer sell the hyd. version. I have 4 of the hyd. ones, and the storage rack they used to sell for them. They work great, very easy to jack up, easy to roll, no leaks. A little stiff when changing direction, but still, I can put a car any where I want it by myself.
I would guess these ratchet type are the same as far as the castors are concerned, but can't comment on the jacking mechanism.
For any HF item I suggest to sort the reviews (on the HF web site) by "Lowest Rating", since the default sort is "Highest Rating".
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sasquach
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I've had one of these ball joint presses for a few years and mine works great . I mainly use it to push out brake pins on s cam brakes but I have used it to do many ball joints also . So far so good
SignalZero
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2-piece Flush Mount Truck Bed Anchors
Item #93170
http://t.harborfreight.com/automoti...-of-2-flush-mount-truckbed-anchors-93170.html
Had these on my Ranger beater for a few weeks now. A little bit of surface rust inside the eyeholes where the chroming isn't as good. Much better than I expected with all the rain we've had though. Fit the truck great too. Nice option for less than $10 a pair with coupon. Need to go get another set for the front of the bed. Pass
Item #93170
http://t.harborfreight.com/automoti...-of-2-flush-mount-truckbed-anchors-93170.html
Had these on my Ranger beater for a few weeks now. A little bit of surface rust inside the eyeholes where the chroming isn't as good. Much better than I expected with all the rain we've had though. Fit the truck great too. Nice option for less than $10 a pair with coupon. Need to go get another set for the front of the bed. Pass
ovrrdrive
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T handle tap ratcheting wrench #97633 is definitely a pass...
http://www.harborfreight.com/t-handle-tap-ratchet-wrench-97633.html
I tapped 46 holes last night with it and it made the job so much easier. I was pleasantly surprised.
http://www.harborfreight.com/t-handle-tap-ratchet-wrench-97633.html
I tapped 46 holes last night with it and it made the job so much easier. I was pleasantly surprised.
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Zapp Branigan
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I got one of those. The first one was defective, but the exchange has been great. My favorite tap wrench. I suggest trying them out in both directions before leaving the store though.
have u tried there tap set itself been looking at getting one
dodge610
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Tap set is ok just go slow and use cutting oil I have 2 sets of there taps and dies have not broken one yet. Zero issues with either set.
The 60 Pc SAE & Metric Tap and Die Set (35407) has served me well. Some things to watch out for though is that these aren't as well made as the more expensive name brand types. The shank is thinner on the larger sizes and easier to break because of this. They do cut OK. Go slow and use lube.
The best advise I could give for using these is to go on the "slop" side of your starting hole/shaft dimensions. Use the lower tolerance numbers you find in Machinery's Handbook. And that's the third thing; Pick up a copy of Machinery's Handbook. The older editions are a lot cheaper (pick them up used) and contain all the main stuff you need. Until you locate one though a good drill/tap chart will do for the tapping operations.
The best advise I could give for using these is to go on the "slop" side of your starting hole/shaft dimensions. Use the lower tolerance numbers you find in Machinery's Handbook. And that's the third thing; Pick up a copy of Machinery's Handbook. The older editions are a lot cheaper (pick them up used) and contain all the main stuff you need. Until you locate one though a good drill/tap chart will do for the tapping operations.
ovrrdrive
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I bought the 60 pc set and after the 14th hole the tap holder broke on me so I took it back and got the 45 pc SAE set and used it. I don't know if the taps are any harder but using those with the ratcheting handle they cut really well for me. I probably could have gotten by with the ratcheting handle on the other taps but I needed to get through these holes so I just got the upgraded set. The 45pc set has so many of the bigger sizes I'll probably never use as compared to the 60pc set that seemed like a more reasonable assortment. By taking the 60pc set back the upgrade only cost me about $50 so I just went with it. After the 46 holes I tapped in 12ga square steel tube the other night the nitride coating isn't even worn off yet.
I found the suggested drill holes online.
I found the suggested drill holes online.
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I have an older USA made Craftsman set. I still have flashbacks about the tap and die set I bought in 1981 from an army/navy store that broke just from looking at them. I think they were $9.99. They were what was referred to as "cheap jap ****." Kinda puts me off to trying the HF ones.
I remember those! They would shatter like glass. They must have been dead-hard without a single reheat to temper them. I remember they were so brittle you could pretty much get the broken ones out by breaking them up with a ***** punch and just shaking the pieces back out the hole.
I also remember the "dies" being off axis (non perpendicular to the faces). Probably the most worthless tools I ever bought.
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How are the 9pc wobble extension?
FigureItOut
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Mine are fine. They see fairly limited use but no problems yet. I have those, the locking 3/8" extension set, and the 1/4" extension set that includes a couple extra long pieces, all good so far.
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Mine are great. If you need a wobble extension these will get the job done.