Sweet Old Bill
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Not sure about really small nats, it works great on mosquitoes.
The Harbor Freight PASS/FAIL Thread...
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dodge610
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The HF fly swatter is great have had one every year for the past three years. It will disenagrate flies,bees,mosquitos you name it they do not have a chance. One problem I have had is the little yellow button fell out on one of mine but for the price just bought another.
bubinga
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Thanks for coupon, now l can buy something l need for a few bucks, use 20% coupon, and get this.
bubinga
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yeah, there too small, would pass through the "net" have to be lucky to get them just right.
Someone said get fly paper, said l don't want no gross fly paper hanging in my apartment.
pauls_workshop
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The fly swatters have another purpose! Survival ! You don't need a fire to cook ! Just put your bug or worm on the surface like a griddle and give it about 5-15 seconds depending on the thickness of it and it is roasted to perfection ! In fact, this may be more useful than a machete! Also, if you really wanted to, could start a fire with one easily to make a spark. And on that note, I would recommend NOT leaving these casually around the house, as when that little button gets pushed, if something is touching the racket it will spark. Keep them outside and away from the house proper. - Paul
dragonballz
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Where do you get the fly swatter coupon? I've never seen them in magazines or mail flyers.
Zeke
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Meh, I've chased wasps with the swatter and they are too big to fit past the protection screen. Rather than leaving it outside and out of reach I advocate removing the screen from one side. 
Sanny81
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They had them at the register when I was in store the other day.
the1nonlyjl
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Anybody have coupon for 4 ton hydraulic jack?
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Bendibal
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The fly swatter coupon is part of the 4th of July sale. You can print them from the HF website.
the1nonlyjl
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Firworks- yuppers! Thanx man!
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carhouse
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Looks like it it is still good, at least online even still 6.99 for shipping until they find out it weighs over 100 pounds
nahuebsch82
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Wow - never saw an electric fly. Must have shorted out it's battery to cause it to explode.
I see what ya did there
mopar_johnny
Active member
Oxygen Sensor and Diesel Fuel Injection Socket Set item#99850 - Pass, for at least the oil pressure sender socket for Mopar oem senders at least. The Auto Zone oil pressure sender socket I picked up was too short to fit over the new oem sender, but the HF socket worked like a charm.
Andrew LB
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I just picked up a Harbor Freight 10x18 Wood lathe on the 4th of July sale for $150 and its been outstanding in every way. Centers line up perfectly, power has been fine for everything i've turned including a 7" diameter bowl which was held in place by a seriously heavy chuck I bought from Penn State Industires called the Utility Grip, which weighs 5lbs by itself.
First project was to make myself some decent carbide lathe tools since I almost had a heart attack when I saw the price ($100-150 each) of the commercially available ones. So I bought the cutters used on those expensive tools for about $13 each, some Hard Maple and Rosewood for handles, 3/8" square steel rod, and some copper pipe fittings and made my own. Total cost per tool... about $23 including carbide cutter, plus the satisfaction I made them myself.
I used gun bluing on the steel on the left one since it had the fancy rosewood handle. I'm finishing up the third tool probably tomorrow.
Here's a better shot of the Rosewood handle. My neighbor said I was lucky I wasn't allergic to the rosewood because most people are. He said handling it is fine, but it's the sawdust that lots of people have problems with. Cocobolo is even worse. They say there are only two types of people. Those that are allergic, and those that going to be allergic.
First project was to make myself some decent carbide lathe tools since I almost had a heart attack when I saw the price ($100-150 each) of the commercially available ones. So I bought the cutters used on those expensive tools for about $13 each, some Hard Maple and Rosewood for handles, 3/8" square steel rod, and some copper pipe fittings and made my own. Total cost per tool... about $23 including carbide cutter, plus the satisfaction I made them myself.
I used gun bluing on the steel on the left one since it had the fancy rosewood handle. I'm finishing up the third tool probably tomorrow.
Here's a better shot of the Rosewood handle. My neighbor said I was lucky I wasn't allergic to the rosewood because most people are. He said handling it is fine, but it's the sawdust that lots of people have problems with. Cocobolo is even worse. They say there are only two types of people. Those that are allergic, and those that going to be allergic.
cello
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I have tried to join this group but the captcha does not work right. I have been in Yahoo for many years and not sure if it is a site problem or otherOddly enough, there is already a new Yahoo group dedicated to this, although it is relatively new, not many posts yet:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/rate_harborfreight_tools/?yguid=254625666
I prefer a thread like this though. The Yahoo group formats are a lot more of a PITA to use compare to these vBulletin forums. You guys might want to check it out though....
Then there is this thread that has been running on pirate4x4.com forever:
http://pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=521056&highlight=harbor+freight
I'm surprised that I beat Nissan Crawler to this one
bubinga
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yahoo is just a PITA in general
wildbill23c
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I just picked up a Harbor Freight 10x18 Wood lathe on the 4th of July sale for $150 and its been outstanding in every way. Centers line up perfectly, power has been fine for everything i've turned including a 7" diameter bowl which was held in place by a seriously heavy chuck I bought from Penn State Industires called the Utility Grip, which weighs 5lbs by itself.
First project was to make myself some decent carbide lathe tools since I almost had a heart attack when I saw the price ($100-150 each) of the commercially available ones. So I bought the cutters used on those expensive tools for about $13 each, some Hard Maple and Rosewood for handles, 3/8" square steel rod, and some copper pipe fittings and made my own. Total cost per tool... about $23 including carbide cutter, plus the satisfaction I made them myself.
I used gun bluing on the steel on the left one since it had the fancy rosewood handle. I'm finishing up the third tool probably tomorrow.
Here's a better shot of the Rosewood handle. My neighbor said I was lucky I wasn't allergic to the rosewood because most people are. He said handling it is fine, but it's the sawdust that lots of people have problems with. Cocobolo is even worse. They say there are only two types of people. Those that are allergic, and those that going to be allergic.
I have the HF 8" x 12" Benchtop lathe for pen-making. I've had it about 1-1/2 years so far so good. Does everything I need it to do. I do have a C series 4 jaw chuck from Pennstate Industries and it runs that chuck just fine. Everything seems to line up great on it...and at $130 its a lot cheaper than the other color lathes on the market in the pen turning catalogs...sadly many of them look pretty darn close to the same as the HF lathe I have (just a different color) and the ridiculous prices they have on them make me laugh.
I've found I cannot work with Cocobolo at all, it makes me feel like I can't breath. I recently bought a respirator...huge difference. So now when I work with something that I know will cause breathing problems I put the respirator on. I also make pen blanks occasionally and the smell of the acrylic bothers me a little bit not too bad but enough to make me uncomfortable so I just put on the respirator.
PS: Your tool handles look great.
1/2" and 3/8" Torque Wrenches, Click type. FAIL.
FYI. I was working at the Oshkosh Airshow this week and went over to the Sturtevant Richmont booth. They make high quality torque wrenches and were offering free torque check on their calibration machine. A guy brought in a 3/8 and 1/2 HF torque wrenches brand new, still in plastic wrap. They both tested over 10% off.
My 15yr old Snap On and Macs test within 1%.
I guess in this case you get what you pay for.
FYI. I was working at the Oshkosh Airshow this week and went over to the Sturtevant Richmont booth. They make high quality torque wrenches and were offering free torque check on their calibration machine. A guy brought in a 3/8 and 1/2 HF torque wrenches brand new, still in plastic wrap. They both tested over 10% off.
My 15yr old Snap On and Macs test within 1%.
I guess in this case you get what you pay for.
TAMPAGT07
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I picked up this brake bleeder yesturday... Does anyone have any real world use opinions of this thing?
http://www.harborfreight.com/brake-bleeder-and-vacuum-pump-kit-69328.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/brake-bleeder-and-vacuum-pump-kit-69328.html
TerryH
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Worked one time for me and that was it. Seems as if the internals are not resistant to brake fluid, or at least they weren't on the one that I got.
TAMPAGT07
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I read some of the reviews, some of which stated that it should be cleaned after each use... Makes sense.... I'll give it a shot...
Sam'sAutoParts
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I have one of the brake bleeder vacuum pumps, not sure if the model #, but I have used it about a dozen times over the last few years and it works good.
Edit: it appears to be the same one as linked above
Edit: it appears to be the same one as linked above
TerryH
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That could be the issue.
nuclearlemon
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http://www.harborfreight.com/12v-100-psi-high-volume-air-compressor-69284.html
pittsburgh air compressor 69284 looks like the one i got.
bought it after it had decent reviews. total FAIL.
took over five minutes to go up one pound. bought it as a back up to my powertank, but i'm better off driving in to town on 16psi and airing up at the gas station.
pittsburgh air compressor 69284 looks like the one i got.
bought it after it had decent reviews. total FAIL.
took over five minutes to go up one pound. bought it as a back up to my powertank, but i'm better off driving in to town on 16psi and airing up at the gas station.
AnthonyJ124
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I've had two of those, the first one was great and lasted a few years with regular use. The second didn't make it one use. Didn't even bother bringing it back- just tossed it.
FAIL seconded.
Second thumbs up on these ramps.
Using to put push lawnmower in pickup bed. They have just enough length to make it relatively easy but not too much to be cumbersome or too heavy. The only "problem" is that they have a tendency to scrape along when sliding them into the bed making that slightly difficult.
HanShotFirst
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Pittsburgh Pro ratchets aren't just good for the money; they're just very good ratchets. I really think you have to go tool truck to get a better ratchet.
jonnymopar
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1/2" electric impact - definitive PASS!
http://www.harborfreight.com/12-in-heavy-duty-electric-impact-wrench-68099.html
I bought this a few years back and it's been heavily used. I've used it for stubborn suspension bolts on older cars, basic tire rotations, even as a doorstop on windy days (she's heavy). It's mighty loud and about twice the size of a pneumatic gun, so it's a bit awkward when you're in a wheel well, but it has given back 110% since day 1.
2.5 CFM vacuum pump - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/25-cfm-vacuum-pump-98076.html
I've used this on countless automotive A/C services. Works great.
4.5" heavy duty angle grinder - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/heavy-duty-4-1-2-half-inch-angle-grinder-91223.html
It's got decent power for everything I've used it for.
4.5" 40-grit cutoff wheels 10 pack - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/4-12-in-40-grit-metal-cut-off-wheel-10-pc-61195.html
I've only chewed through half the pack so far. They seem to work well enough.
2-ton aluminum floor jack - super duper PASS
(apparently don't make my model anymore)
Very heavily used. Only thing I had to do after about a year or so is put some Loc-tite on a few bolts that had just started to work their way loose. Zero problems since.
3-piece steel socket rail set - FAIL
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-pc-steel-socket-rail-set-68103.html
I was bending and breaking these just trying to get my sockets off of them!
3-piece socket rail set - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-pc-socket-rail-set-68101.html
Bought to replace the above. I only use them for spare sockets that I don't want rolling around in my drawer, so not heavily used. Big improvement over the steel ones.
"Diamond" rotary cutting discs - FAIL
http://www.harborfreight.com/diamond-rotary-cutting-discs-5-pc-69657.html
Work great for about 10 seconds, then dull. So, a 5-pack doesn't quite get you a full minute of cutting, haha.
Magnetic clip set - big time PASS!
http://www.harborfreight.com/6-piece-magnet-clip-set-98188.html
I must have bought at least 3 sets of these by now. They keep all of my open tortilla chips, cereal, and bagged salad fresh! Magnets are surprisingly strong for hanging up something important on the fridge. I've actually used them under the hood to hold printouts while I work. Definitely recommend these for around the house.
2-piece unibit set - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/2-piece-titanium-nitride-coated-high-speed-steel-step-drills-96275.html
I haven't used these a ton, but they're still nice and sharp and always work well.
http://www.harborfreight.com/12-in-heavy-duty-electric-impact-wrench-68099.html
I bought this a few years back and it's been heavily used. I've used it for stubborn suspension bolts on older cars, basic tire rotations, even as a doorstop on windy days (she's heavy). It's mighty loud and about twice the size of a pneumatic gun, so it's a bit awkward when you're in a wheel well, but it has given back 110% since day 1.
2.5 CFM vacuum pump - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/25-cfm-vacuum-pump-98076.html
I've used this on countless automotive A/C services. Works great.
4.5" heavy duty angle grinder - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/heavy-duty-4-1-2-half-inch-angle-grinder-91223.html
It's got decent power for everything I've used it for.
4.5" 40-grit cutoff wheels 10 pack - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/4-12-in-40-grit-metal-cut-off-wheel-10-pc-61195.html
I've only chewed through half the pack so far. They seem to work well enough.
2-ton aluminum floor jack - super duper PASS
(apparently don't make my model anymore)
Very heavily used. Only thing I had to do after about a year or so is put some Loc-tite on a few bolts that had just started to work their way loose. Zero problems since.
3-piece steel socket rail set - FAIL
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-pc-steel-socket-rail-set-68103.html
I was bending and breaking these just trying to get my sockets off of them!
3-piece socket rail set - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-pc-socket-rail-set-68101.html
Bought to replace the above. I only use them for spare sockets that I don't want rolling around in my drawer, so not heavily used. Big improvement over the steel ones.
"Diamond" rotary cutting discs - FAIL
http://www.harborfreight.com/diamond-rotary-cutting-discs-5-pc-69657.html
Work great for about 10 seconds, then dull. So, a 5-pack doesn't quite get you a full minute of cutting, haha.
Magnetic clip set - big time PASS!
http://www.harborfreight.com/6-piece-magnet-clip-set-98188.html
I must have bought at least 3 sets of these by now. They keep all of my open tortilla chips, cereal, and bagged salad fresh! Magnets are surprisingly strong for hanging up something important on the fridge. I've actually used them under the hood to hold printouts while I work. Definitely recommend these for around the house.
2-piece unibit set - PASS
http://www.harborfreight.com/2-piece-titanium-nitride-coated-high-speed-steel-step-drills-96275.html
I haven't used these a ton, but they're still nice and sharp and always work well.
ARFLY
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I agree. Mine work well. I think I will be getting one of the composite ratchets that people seem to like.
ineedtools
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I have the same bleeder, about 5 years old now and works well.
That cheap smittybuilt knock off compressor is a POS, if you have one in your rig and think that it will bail you out of a bad situation you'd better think again!
I almost bought the vacuum pump a few years back but went with the cheap venture one and it worked well both times I've used it, you just have to have a compressor with some nuts or be patient.
I stock up on those cutoff wheels when they go on sale as I haven't found anything better for twice the regular price.
The stepper bits are good if you keep them cool, it's a fine line of getting them too hot and once you cross that line they're complete toast. I'll usually tap a 1/4" hole first and keep a cup of oil to dip them in when they're in the press between steps.
That cheap smittybuilt knock off compressor is a POS, if you have one in your rig and think that it will bail you out of a bad situation you'd better think again!
I almost bought the vacuum pump a few years back but went with the cheap venture one and it worked well both times I've used it, you just have to have a compressor with some nuts or be patient.
I stock up on those cutoff wheels when they go on sale as I haven't found anything better for twice the regular price.
The stepper bits are good if you keep them cool, it's a fine line of getting them too hot and once you cross that line they're complete toast. I'll usually tap a 1/4" hole first and keep a cup of oil to dip them in when they're in the press between steps.
Hello guys,
This is my first time on the forum posting. I've been lurking for a long time and always forget to get myself registered. Lots of great articles on here and the community seems awesome. I figured I'd make a mention of a major pass for me.
The harbor freight 3/4" drive breaker bar = MASSIVE PASS. This thing has eliminated a lot of struggle with mechanic work for me lately and I picked it up on sale for $12.99 last year. Lowes has something similar looking for about $80 right now but it doesn't look as rugged. I've taken the so called Jesus bolt off a couple Hondas. This thing had a 6 foot boiler pipe wrapped over it as a sleeve with two 190lb guys putting all their weight and strength on it at the end of the boiler pipe. The bolt gave way but the breaker bar didn't. Thoroughly impressed.
This is my first time on the forum posting. I've been lurking for a long time and always forget to get myself registered. Lots of great articles on here and the community seems awesome. I figured I'd make a mention of a major pass for me.
The harbor freight 3/4" drive breaker bar = MASSIVE PASS. This thing has eliminated a lot of struggle with mechanic work for me lately and I picked it up on sale for $12.99 last year. Lowes has something similar looking for about $80 right now but it doesn't look as rugged. I've taken the so called Jesus bolt off a couple Hondas. This thing had a 6 foot boiler pipe wrapped over it as a sleeve with two 190lb guys putting all their weight and strength on it at the end of the boiler pipe. The bolt gave way but the breaker bar didn't. Thoroughly impressed.
RedneckWelder
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Previously, elsewhere, I have recommended the red/black composite bodied die grinder and cutoff tool.
I am retracting those recommendations.
68831 Composite Die Grinder
http://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/grinders/14-in-composite-air-die-grinder-68831.html
68832 3" High Speed Composite Air cutoff tool
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-in-high-speed-composite-air-cut-off-tool-68832.html
I also have this right angle die grinder
32046 Right Angle Die Grinder
http://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/grinders/air-angle-die-grinder-32046.html
and in the past I brought (and returned the next day) the 3/8" right angle air drill
67474
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-8-eighth-inch-reversible-air-angle-drill-67474.html
Each and every one of these tools has failed. The inline die grinder, cut off tool, and right angle drill ALL wound up with a throttle valve that will not shut off when you let off the lever, thereby creating a very dangerous safety hazard. The inline composite die grinder lasted the longest, about a year, the air drill failed immediately and the cutoff tool failed after a few uses. The right angle die grinder is simply failing in the gears, but that was expected (I got it on sale for $10, no real loss). It has had only a couple of uses.
I am retracting those recommendations.
68831 Composite Die Grinder
http://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/grinders/14-in-composite-air-die-grinder-68831.html
68832 3" High Speed Composite Air cutoff tool
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-in-high-speed-composite-air-cut-off-tool-68832.html
I also have this right angle die grinder
32046 Right Angle Die Grinder
http://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/grinders/air-angle-die-grinder-32046.html
and in the past I brought (and returned the next day) the 3/8" right angle air drill
67474
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-8-eighth-inch-reversible-air-angle-drill-67474.html
Each and every one of these tools has failed. The inline die grinder, cut off tool, and right angle drill ALL wound up with a throttle valve that will not shut off when you let off the lever, thereby creating a very dangerous safety hazard. The inline composite die grinder lasted the longest, about a year, the air drill failed immediately and the cutoff tool failed after a few uses. The right angle die grinder is simply failing in the gears, but that was expected (I got it on sale for $10, no real loss). It has had only a couple of uses.