measuredtwice
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I think you can also get them at Bed Bath & Beyond over by the dishes.
And in the audio aisle next to the record players in RadioShack during the 1970s
The Harbor Freight PASS/FAIL Thread...
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And in the audio aisle next to the record players in RadioShack during the 1970s
JRC3
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I'll just go to Menards and get it at the regular price of $20 ($17.79 w/11%)...With a 5 year warranty too. https://www.menards.com/main/lighti...5000-link/p-1521873022724-c-1472133557086.htm
these drivers are pretty darn good. comparable to my williams that are 5X the price
https://www.harborfreight.com/hand-tools/screwdrivers-nutdrivers/screwdrivers-screwdriver-sets/8-piece-professional-screwdriver-set-94607.html
https://www.harborfreight.com/hand-tools/screwdrivers-nutdrivers/screwdrivers-screwdriver-sets/8-piece-professional-screwdriver-set-94607.html
bubinga
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Does this have or need a 3 prong plug with a ground?
Rabid Badger
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Yes.
bubinga
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ok thanks, lot of the micky mouse wiring here is old with two prong only.
l'm hoping to get out of here, but, who knows.
bubinga
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Yeah, I can do that.3-2 prong plug adapter?
So I don't really "need" the ground, just for safety, right?
Rabid Badger
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The ground is there so the aluminum housing isn't live at 120V if something goes wrong. If the light is going to be out of reach it isn't super critical. If it will be somewhere that incidental contact is likely you could paint the bare aluminum.
The best course of action would of course be to ground it. My house had nothing but two prong outlets when I moved in, but it turned out that all of the outlet boxes were grounded and I was able to ground three prong outlets there instead of with an earth wire. Might be worth checking out.
48windsor
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bought a cupped wire wheel- fail
I admit it wasnt big money but still expected it to last longer than it did
I admit it wasnt big money but still expected it to last longer than it did
laser3kw
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bubinga
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Got you, Sounds good, Thank You!
JerryC
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https://www.harborfreight.com/long-reach-ratcheting-bypass-lopper-62681.html?_br_psugg_q=pruner
Pass
Long reach loppers. I'm taking into consideration that after a coupon these were 11 bucks.
Had storm damage, a cedar ~50 feet tall blew down. I chopped it up with a chainsaw and moved it to the curb for pickup. I used the loppers for the small stuff.
No issue cutting through 1" cedar. The picture doesn't show it but the handles extend for added leverage.
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Long reach loppers. I'm taking into consideration that after a coupon these were 11 bucks.
Had storm damage, a cedar ~50 feet tall blew down. I chopped it up with a chainsaw and moved it to the curb for pickup. I used the loppers for the small stuff.
No issue cutting through 1" cedar. The picture doesn't show it but the handles extend for added leverage.
It's an overhead light, built in the 21 century.
Personally, I would not sit up nights worrying about it.
You can always manually ground an adapter, if you are worried about it.
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bri_man57
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It's an overhead light, built in the 21 century.
Personally, I would not sit up nights worrying about it.
You can always manually ground an adapter, if you are worried about it.
Im with this guy, wouldnt even think twice about using an adapter for that. The house I rent is from the 50's the whole house except the garage and washer/dryer are two prong. Have adapters everywhere. Just the name of the game for me right now.
bubinga
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It's an overhead light, built in the 21 century.
Personally, I would not sit up nights worrying about it.
You can always manually ground an adapter, if you are worried about it.
OK, Thanks Guys!
Like I said, I'm hopping to get the H out of here, but who Knows.
I won't worry about it if I get some, Probably have to reason to touch the frame of it anyhow.
Motorman55
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Yes, a PASS on those also. I bought those for my wife. The handles extend which makes it much easier for her to cut thru brush and small twigs.
bargainhuntingking
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Oscillating Multifunction Tool 62866
https://www.harborfreight.com/oscillating-multi-tool-62866.html
Pass.
Tons of uses. Works fine. Just get one. I think I got mine on sale for $5.
https://www.harborfreight.com/oscillating-multi-tool-62866.html
Pass.
Tons of uses. Works fine. Just get one. I think I got mine on sale for $5.
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DFB
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Wow I had houses like that most all my life, ungrounded 2 prong outlets, black and dirty white wire that looked black too
even had a 4 glass fuse box. 
Bought my first non contact voltage tester because of all that stuff
I remember trying to run my 15 amp air compressor was almost impossible...yup needed a slow blow fuse
With my new house almost forgot all about all that old stuff
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bubinga
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I had that same trouble in another place. (From the compressor starting also)Wow I had houses like that most all my life, ungrounded 2 prong outlets, black and dirty white wire that looked black too
Bought my first non contact voltage tester because of all that stuff
I remember trying to run my 15 amp air compressor was almost impossible...yup needed a slow blow fuse
With my new house almost forgot all about all that old stuff
Put one of those little screw in breakers, No more problems.
dagofast
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Oscillating Multifunction Tool 62866
https://www.harborfreight.com/oscillating-multi-tool-62866.html
Pass.
Tons of uses. Works fine. Just get one. I think I got mine on sale for $5.
I'll second this. I never thought an oscillating tool could be that handy but at HF sale prices I picked one up on a whim and damned if I know how I got by without one now. With the right blade I've cut stucco (masonry) steel, wood and drywall. Every now and then it gets kinda hot, but I'm usually ready for a break myself by then.
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Oscillating Multifunction Tool 62866
https://www.harborfreight.com/oscillating-multi-tool-62866.html
Pass.
Tons of uses. Works fine. Just get one. I think I got mine on sale for $5.
+1. I never bought one because always thought that they were a gimmick tool. I bought the HF one to do a bathroom remodel because it was inexpensive and I thought I wouldn’t like it. It quickly became one of my regular reach for Tools. I liked it so much I also bought the Dewalt 20v version. The blades are compatible between the two.
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nadogail
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Yesterday evening my son & I went to see 1917 at the Lowery Theater, we arrived after the house lights dimmed and the National Anthem played. While he stood in line for popcorn, I walked into the dark auditorium.
The Harbor Freight flashlight I had in my vest pocket enabled me to confidently walk into the dark auditorium and find seats for us.
The Harbor Freight flashlight I had in my vest pocket enabled me to confidently walk into the dark auditorium and find seats for us.
Ames #64623 Inspection Camera = Fail
Very disappointed with item. Even though the box appeared factory sealed, the face of the camera was covered in fine scratches. The battery compartment is poorly designed and it is awkward to insert batteries and requires a philips screwdriver to open and close the battery compartment. The tool feels more like a toy than a tool. But most important of all, the image quality is poor. I bought this to replace a $10 inspection camera from ebay that hooks up to my cell phone. This Ames unit gives a lower quality image than the cheaper ebay camera that I use with my phone.
There is a large restocking fee to return it, so it was a big mistake to buy it.
Very disappointed with item. Even though the box appeared factory sealed, the face of the camera was covered in fine scratches. The battery compartment is poorly designed and it is awkward to insert batteries and requires a philips screwdriver to open and close the battery compartment. The tool feels more like a toy than a tool. But most important of all, the image quality is poor. I bought this to replace a $10 inspection camera from ebay that hooks up to my cell phone. This Ames unit gives a lower quality image than the cheaper ebay camera that I use with my phone.
There is a large restocking fee to return it, so it was a big mistake to buy it.
JRC3
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That's pretty common on things that are handled like meters. I'd take the POS back and then ***** if they try to charge the restock fee.
Restock fees and ****** warranties. This is why you shouldn't buy certain things at HF. Because you could buy a Ridgid camera for $9 more and get 90 day no questions return policy and a fricking lifetime warranty. https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-Micro-CA25-Inspection-Camera-40043/203258908 Did the Ames even come with a case?
And please, no one say anything about buying the extended warranty or that a warranty isn't that important...Life-time.
ScottsGT
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Probably started a restocking fee because jackasses are using HF like a tool rental place. Sounds like markhm picked up a return. I've read about some pretty good store/warehouse repackaging on used items.
Co-worker was once bragging about doing the buy it, use it and return it for a full refund at HF one time. I read him the riot act because of jackasses like him causing problems for honest folks. He even did it once with a large screen TV from Sam's Club. You guessed it, Superbowl weekend.
Co-worker was once bragging about doing the buy it, use it and return it for a full refund at HF one time. I read him the riot act because of jackasses like him causing problems for honest folks. He even did it once with a large screen TV from Sam's Club. You guessed it, Superbowl weekend.
hsi88
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Here is a HUGE fail. You used to be able to find manuals to any product HF ever sold. Just punch in the number along with the number range and there is was. I was able to find manuals for 20 year old tools on their website. A PDF takes up like no space on their server drives. But I tried today and NONE of the manuals of some of my older tools were available. Not one! And yes, some of their tools last decades and I have long misplaced the paper manuals. Now, for the most part I have downloaded the manuals already and have them in my Tools folder. But noticed today the older ones are no longer on the HF website. It would seem they are trying to force folks into their high end tools to boost profits. So they just end support for anything over a couple of years old to get people into a set of new tools. Well, I'm a handy guy and their tools are generally pretty easy to figure out. And on that note, I just want to mention that I have never wore out any of their air tools. I oil them, seal them if they leak. I have lots of spare brushes for their angle grinders and other electric powered tools. I also take them apart once in a while to clean and lubricate them. Yeah, burned up a few plastic bearings and things like that. But overall, my tools have lasted a crazy number of years. But removing their old manuals to squeeze their customers really made me mad.
JRC3
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Nah, not a problem, as most brands do this. Don't complain about a manual for a simple tool you should be able to figure out for yourself, most computer peripheral companies (like printers and scanners) do even worse by not providing drivers for newer operating systems. Basically you're left with a fully functioning unit with no way to use it. Call them up and they'll tell you, "end of life." ...Not having a 3 page manual is not 'end of life'.
I have my obvious fails about HF, but not providing a 20+ year manual online is not one of them.
thool
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LOL, I just ditched one of those! I think it was the Kmart brand from the early 1980s: thin metal box with 2 little skimpy metal latches that popped open on their own, sloppy casting from at least 3 different suppliers, plastic insert full of cracks, shiny paper sheet glued off-kilter inside of the lid, ill-fitting pieces...had the feel of something assembled at gunpoint.
I hate to say it, but those were popular gifts back in the day. "I saw this Tool Kit on sale at Woolworths and thought of you!"
ETA: I threw out an old blue one, but just found one in my basement! See pics.
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d.mcfarland
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Are the ICON 3/8" flex head ratchets back in stores yet?
If so are the new ones a pass or fail?
If so are the new ones a pass or fail?
DFB
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Maunual.lib has over 470 Harbor Frieght manuals online.
Hope you find what your looking for
https://www.manualslib.com/brand/harbor-freight-tools/
Yes how dare they not keep manuals around for 20 plus year old tools
subarub4
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I have not been in this thread in awhile but how are the Icon stuff?
subarub4
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You managed to pick the absolute bottom tier sockets & ratchet at HF. Not only will it not compare to Snap On, it won't even compare to the basic Pittsburgh Pro sockets that they sell. 40 pieces for $5.99 what did you expect?
Oh that $5.99 socket set I needed something really quick the ratchet is a POS when you are wrenching the drive backs off to not engage forward or backwards.. I also bent/cracked one of the sockets.. I got by with one of the SAE sockets but I already knew what I was getting into.
JRC3
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You just described every 1/4 and 3/8 ratchet made by Craftsman for about a 30 year period. LOL
jim faston
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This guy has a fair whack of HF manuals available on his website:
http://www.augustaflint.com/manuals.html
emeraldcoupe
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I've have this ratchet now for a while, been the only one I've been using. so far so good, I like it.
https://www.harborfreight.com/38-in-drive-professional-short-low-profile-ratchet-56194.html
rayra
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Seconded. I've been using one with a roundover / 1/8" radius on a lot of woodworking projects and while I was skeptical of the plastic clamping screw on the base / height adjustment, it has held up well and is well worth the money.
I figure if I ever trip on a cord and fling it down to the slab that the plastic will be toast, but I feel I've already got my money's worth out of it many times over.
same for the $10 (sale price) grinders. So cheap I have three just to cut down on changing the disks. Metal grinder on one, cutting disc on another, stone grinder on another.
rayra
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Thirded. With the big arc sawtooth blade it goes thru drywall like a hot knife thru butter and makes it real easy to cut an inspection hole or make a patch with an absolute minimum of drywall dust mess.
And this one HAS hit the deck off a ladder several times. Bent a couple blades that way without any function problems with the tool itself.