While looking for my set of screw extractors yesterday, I came across these I forgot I had. I don't know why it appears to be an incomplete set. I don't know when/where I got them. Do you come across tools you forgot you even owned?
Tools you forgot you had...
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PBCampbell
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Sears sold these and it required two purchases to get the complete set.
That's just too weird! I had to laugh when I saw this because I just found the same thing while trying to straighten out my tools. I had no idea I had them and wondered why it was half empty.
I think I got them as a Christmas gift a few years back- probably why I forgot about them.
I think I got them as a Christmas gift a few years back- probably why I forgot about them.
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mrborohachi
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This the same split set that Irwin makes?
rice rocket
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Damn! That makes so much sense now. I have the exact same set and was about to toss the the blow molded case because I hate having less-than-complete sets.
Thanks. I didn't remember that. That had to be a while back.
They are on sale again. This thread from the "Hot Deals" section. Maybe get the missing ones while they are cheaper.
Cman Bolt out 8.19
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=253826
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-bolt...nut-remover/p-00952061000P?&redirectType=SRDT
IFMJohn
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I forgot that I had my father's old test light. I don't know how old it is but it's pretty cool compared to the test lights they sell now.
Garage Junky
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While looking for my set of screw extractors yesterday, I came across these I forgot I had. I don't know why it appears to be an incomplete set. I don't know when/where I got them. Do you come across tools you forgot you even owned?
Just saw this same set on my local CL... coincidence or perhaps it's a sign I should buy it?
I also have tools I remember and I'll be damned if I can find them..woodstockva
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These go on sale for $9.99 per set....definitely not worth a CL trip unless it was in the free section.
doan
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Zeke
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Set of hole punches up to 2 inch. Found them last week right in front of a drawer I use couple times a month.
David Jackson
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Cleaning my garage I found an old Cole vise, a Sunnen Rod Checking tool, a Yale Differential Chain Hoist and a Wright Roller Bearing Trolley, a growler and some other stuff, quite a bit actually. Had been hidden for 30 years plus.
David Jackson
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Cleaning my garage I found an old Cole vise, a Sunnen Rod Checking tool, a Yale Differential Chain Hoist and a Wright Roller Bearing Trolley, a growler and some other stuff, quite a bit actually. Had been hidden for 30 years plus.
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Audiocrazy28
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I didn't realize I had that same set until I needed it one day. Def worth the $10 sale price.
ChevyEFI
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I didn't know that, as mine didn't come in a "room for two" case.
Removal of one knock sensor end made me agree.
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I forgot that I had my father's old test light. I don't know how old it is but it's pretty cool compared to the test lights they sell now.
12 volt right?
IFMJohn
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Yessir
Zeke
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What's a growler?
metaldad
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Not familiar with the extractor shown in the op.
could someone be kind enough to explain it's use?
this might be something i need
could someone be kind enough to explain it's use?
this might be something i need
A growler is used to test continuity in generator and starter armatures.
Cadillac fan
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If these are what I think they are, you use them over rusted/painted/stripped bolts and it is meant to grip them (the bolt head)
ClineWrench
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Seek. A growler is also a term for a very large mug (24 ounces I think) of beer. I think I like my version of a growler than thumpers.
David Jackson
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And now, found a generator refurbishing kit; a commutator cutter and mica undercutter. One has a patent number the other has no name. I looked up the patent but no maker.
I also found a Sioux set of valve seat cutters and a dial indicator to check the seate (?); all in pretty good shape. Apparently there were a number of variations of these. Anyone know of an old catalog so I can identify mine?
I think that's the last of the finds.
I also found a Sioux set of valve seat cutters and a dial indicator to check the seate (?); all in pretty good shape. Apparently there were a number of variations of these. Anyone know of an old catalog so I can identify mine?
I think that's the last of the finds.
I was digging through my storage unit and found a tote of tools, some of which I was missing, some I had forgotten about, some I had no idea I had.
Chevy tools and adjustable wrenches:
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Nutdrivers, mm:
SAE:
Wrenches:
WTH was I thinking? I can only hope this was a gift:
They don't appear to have ever been out of the package.
Didn't even know I had these.
So I went and bought these:
So, do I keep the Carlyles and give the CM to my son? Hmmm, he may end up with the NAPA stuff.
Chevy tools and adjustable wrenches:
]
Nutdrivers, mm:
SAE:
Wrenches:
WTH was I thinking? I can only hope this was a gift:
They don't appear to have ever been out of the package.
Didn't even know I had these.
So I went and bought these:
So, do I keep the Carlyles and give the CM to my son? Hmmm, he may end up with the NAPA stuff.
marinepride
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Carlyle is good stuff. Get your paws on their 1 1/4" wrench. Its a monster.I was digging through my storage unit and found a tote of tools, some of which I was missing, some I had forgotten about, some I had no idea I had.
Chevy tools and adjustable wrenches:
]
Nutdrivers, mm:
SAE:
Wrenches:
WTH was I thinking? I can only hope this was a gift:
They don't appear to have ever been out of the package.
Didn't even know I had these.
So I went and bought these:
So, do I keep the Carlyles and give the CM to my son? Hmmm, he may end up with the NAPA stuff.
David Jackson
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I really had to laugh out loud this evening; I went out to the garage to find a container for something else, then looked for some space in my toolbox, and guess what? I find I also have a half set of those Sears screw extractors in the red box! I am amazed.
How do I get the rest of the set? Any ideas?
How do I get the rest of the set? Any ideas?
David Jackson
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A growler lets you check the armature of a generator, and starter too, I suppose. It's been a long time since I played with one and never was an expert; however an old hacksaw blade goes across two segments and what that dos to the roar of the Growler tells you about the part.
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So OP, do those have a square drive, or are they the old models with only the round hole and meant to be used with a wrench?
I have both styles, and have used the hell out of them. Worth every penny, and so far have taken all the abuse I've thrown at them.
I've had more tools stolen than I've forgotten, but do have some misc sockets and screw starters I've forgotten I had in a box. Nothing special though.
