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The HF extending 1/2" ratchet is actually pretty nice. Most other stuff is eh. I really want a nice set of screwdrivers and bits from Wera/Wiha.
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Motronic posted:Honestly Harbor Freight hand tools are pretty decent now, and are lifetime warranty. I've been using a set (that used to be an emergency backup I left in my truck) for a couple months now since I moved houses but not the shop yet and I'm pleasantly surprised. Totally agree. Some people don't realize that HF has different, confusing tiers for their tools. If you have only tried their poo poo-tier tools (i.e. the ones that are almost free with coupons), it's easy to rag on them. However, they have newer, higher-quality lines like 'Doyle', which IMHO are better than the Channellocks/Kliens they are competing with. The fact that they cost less than half of those name brands (even cheaper with ubiquitous 20% coupon) and the ability to plop a broken one on the counter and walk over to get a new one is awesome. Have fun paying $15 in shipping to mail your $25 Channellocks off for warranty repair. My favorite part is just how drat cheap their tools are. For $50 or so, I can build a basic set of screwdrivers, adjustable wrenches, pliers, and other misc items to throw in a cheap toolbox. I have my main (larger) set of tools in a roller cabinet in the basement, but I also have a basic kit in my garage, shed, and trunk of my car. Now, when I need to fix something real quick, I'm always within a few feet of a tool that will do the job.
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TooMuchAbstraction posted:Jesus Christ. In my case its just a big water logged rotten tree (it's a species thing) that I should have cut down a while ago but is kind of pretty and majestic. I'm sure someone with more chops could have done something differently and it would have turned out better. I turned down another hazard tree after that was bigger and leaning harder. No shame in walking away when you aren't comfortable, the trick is knowing the difference between normal respect for the saw and tree fear (which I get every time I start a saw) and is this a moment that changes my life fear. Platystemon posted:Harry Potter on Ice cut down a leaning tree. Haha it's better than the original post. The video is spot on except it wasnt on a hill so I was able to run as soon as it started popping and keep running. Yikes!
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Nov 18, 2018 17:45
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TooMuchAbstraction posted:Jesus Christ. Honestly, a chainsaw might actually make that safer in that it gives you a better chance of cleanly cutting the tree before it starts going nastyon you. The way the chainsaw would get you killed is if you decided to try and recover it before running instead of just taking off. Note on that video the guy immediately recognizes what is happening and splits (pun) down a pre-decided exit route without a second thought. That's basically the way you protect yourself from these (aside from avoiding cutting these sorts of trees to begin with). Or, you know, dynamite.
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Nov 18, 2018 22:10
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Maybe I'm polyannaish, but I've cut hundreds of trees, including some big ones, and as long as you have a decent grasp of how gravity works and know the basic safety rules and cutting techniques, you will be ok. Always have an escape route, pre plan for what might go wrong, and wear your PPE.
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Nov 18, 2018 22:40
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stealie72 posted:Maybe I'm polyannaish, but I've cut hundreds of trees, including some big ones, and as long as you have a decent grasp of how gravity works and know the basic safety rules and cutting techniques, you will be ok. Always have an escape route, pre plan for what might go wrong, and wear your PPE. Did you not see the video posted a few posts before you with the professional almost dying?
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Nov 18, 2018 22:51
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Harry Potter on Ice posted:Did you not see the video posted a few posts before you with the professional almost dying? Yeah, don't take that tree on as a weekend warrior. But don't think that you've got a 50/50 chance of dying taking down a foot diameter tree in the backyard either. Maybe should have added "If you doubt your ability to safely take the tree down, dont try."
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Nov 18, 2018 23:19
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stealie72 posted:Maybe I'm polyannaish, but I've cut hundreds of trees, including some big ones, and as long as you have a decent grasp of how gravity works and know the basic safety rules and cutting techniques, you will be ok. Always have an escape route, pre plan for what might go wrong, and wear your PPE.
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Nov 19, 2018 00:01
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stealie72 posted:Yeah, don't take that tree on as a weekend warrior. But don't think that you've got a 50/50 chance of dying taking down a foot diameter tree in the backyard either. Maybe should have added "If you doubt your ability to safely take the tree down, dont try." The thing is, the feller in that video did not realize the hazard of that tree because it was hidden. We are definitely not talking about 12" trees here. Not sure what your point is?
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Nov 19, 2018 00:14
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stealie72 posted:Maybe I'm polyannaish, but I've cut hundreds of trees, including some big ones, and as long as you have a decent grasp of how gravity works and know the basic safety rules and cutting techniques, you will be ok. Always have an escape route, pre plan for what might go wrong, and wear your PPE. "Pre plan for what might go wrong" is a pretty huge caveat that allows for a lot of "Death & Dismemberment Due to Dunning-Kruger'
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Eh, just trying to say that a chainsaw isn't automatically going to get you killed. If you're not comfortable using one, don't.
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The Gardenator posted:Never heard of spraying that into a tank, do you just spray it into the drain after every use? After I'm done I empty the air from the tank then drain it of any moisture. After it's drained, I spray a shot or two of G96* into the tank through the moisture drain, then close it and fire the compressor up for a little bit so it regains a decent amount of pressure. I turn it off, then give the hose a few shots, then pull the air release pin and let the excess pressure drain. This will (in my mind) cause the G96 to circulate more thoroughly throughout the tank and mechanisms. *G96 is an aerosol gun lubricant which also prevents corrosion. It's very light and doesn't collect dust or grime, so it won't gum up your tools or compressor. I also use it on my roofing gun, and anything else with fine metal parts that can rust.
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Blistex posted:After I'm done I empty the air from the tank then drain it of any moisture. After it's drained, I spray a shot or two of G96* into the tank through the moisture drain, then close it and fire the compressor up for a little bit so it regains a decent amount of pressure. I turn it off, then give the hose a few shots, then pull the air release pin and let the excess pressure drain. This will (in my mind) cause the G96 to circulate more thoroughly throughout the tank and mechanisms. Good on you, but I'd rather just replace my tank every decade.
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Travelling to the Vegas next week. I wanna head to harbor freight and get some clamps since they are crazy expensive in Canada. Mainly F clamps and maybe some pipe clamps. Anything else I should consider that harbor freight does well for the price? Flying home so can't get anything too big/insane. Also, does anyone know if SawStop does Black Friday deals? It seems unlikely. Especially in Canada.
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 Anyone have any idea what this is? It was left behind in the garage by the PO when I bought the house.
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Nov 19, 2018 22:12
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Those red plastic bits remind me of the inserts for my router table that go around the router bit. Looks like you have some brackets, allthread, and knobs as well, so I'm guessing this is a router accessory or build-your-own-router-table kit or something similar.
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Nov 19, 2018 22:17
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I can tell you exactly, it's router attachments that come with this piece of poo poo: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-1-8-ft-x-3-ft-Portable-Jobsite-Workbench-225047/205887786
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Nov 19, 2018 22:21
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I have a portable workbench, I find it pretty handy I can’t imagine any scenario where I would want my portable workbench to be a loving router table
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Ben Nerevarine posted:I can tell you exactly, it's router attachments that come with this piece of poo poo:  I actually have that exact table, I bought it a few days after buying the house while I was renovating it. Apparently it wasn't from the previous owner after all, mystery solved! Also I agree with Sockser. I've actually found the table to be very useful, but I clearly never even remotely thought to use it as a router table. I do need a router table though, so.... maybe I should give it a try.
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keep it down up there! posted:Travelling to the Vegas next week. I wanna head to harbor freight and get some clamps since they are crazy expensive in Canada. Mainly F clamps and maybe some pipe clamps. Maybe they do black friday deals on their patent licensing.
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stealie72 posted:Eh, just trying to say that a chainsaw isn't automatically going to get you killed. If you're not comfortable using one, don't. Yeah, I think the point of this conversation is more along the lines of "this is a thing that can happen which you might not expect and which can behave unpredictably so if you DON'T expect it then it can be very dangerous". This is very similar to the discussion that often happens regarding how dangerous table saws are. The conversation usually goes something like:  Table saws are dangerous Table saws aren't inherently dangerous, but you have to be attentive when using them and watch out for X, Y, and Z [circumstances a user might not anticipate that lead to injury] Exactly, they are finger-eating monsters who require constant vigilance to keep them under control No, they're not dangerous at all unless you are being an idiot with them  Most people are idiots Yes but I am not(etc.) Basically "Don't be an idiot and you'll be fine" is somewhat correct, but undersells how hard "don't be an idiot" is. If it's something that maims or kills a significant portion of professionals working in a field (like kickback with table saws or barber chairs with trees) then it's something that you *should* be worried about when you use the tool and *should* be constantly thinking about. That doesn't mean that it's GOING to happen when you use the tool, or that when it DOES happen getting injured is inevitable. I think this is doubly true for posts on an internet forum populated most likely by non-professionals who might not have ever been exposed to the concept to begin with. Personally, I'd be less comfortable but feel safer/more prepared knowing about something like a tree barber chairing on me, how to recognize/minimize the risk, and what to do if it happens. stealie72 posted:If you're not comfortable using one, don't. Counterpoint: If you feel comfortable using a chainsaw, don't.
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Hubis posted:Counterpoint: If you feel comfortable using a chainsaw, don't. Chainsaw operation should only be undertaken by people with a somewhat nebulous sense of confidence in their abilities.
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I was full-clenching the entire time I squared up a 2 foot log for milling with my tiny corded electric chainsaw. I can't even imagine trying to cut down an actual tree with a gas powered beast.
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I know a guy whose been logging for 30 years in Oregon dropping big timber and he slipped once on a wet hill and fell on a full bore saw on his stomach. He lived with a massive scar If only he was more comfortable using chainsaws
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Harry Potter on Ice posted:I know a guy whose been logging for 30 years in Oregon dropping big timber and he slipped once on a wet hill and fell on a full bore saw on his stomach. He lived with a massive scar Should have been wearing a chainsaw corset to go with his chaps
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Blistex posted:Chainsaw operation should only be undertaken by people with a somewhat nebulous sense of confidence in their abilities. Check and check
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https://toolguyd.com/acme-tools-black-friday-2018-tool-deals/ BF milwaukee tool deals starting to filter in
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Bad Munki posted:Should have been wearing a chainsaw corset to go with his chaps Have actually wondered why more of an overall design isn't the default instead of chaps precisely for this reason.
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The Something Awful Forums › Discussion › DIY › Hand & Power Tools: Should have been wearing a chainsaw corset to go with his chaps
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Basic homeowner grade rules to live by: Do not upgrade your chainsaw with the aggressive (professional grade non-anti-kickback) chainsaw chain, always lock your chainsaw with the chain brake engaged as soon as you are done cutting, start the saw with the chainbrake engaged, check your saw before starting for proper tension (not too loose and not too tight), stand on the ground (no ladders, etc), do not cut large trees, and do not approach someone using a saw without letting them know you are near them.
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stealie72 posted:Have actually wondered why more of an overall design isn't the default instead of chaps precisely for this reason. It would be uncomfortably warm for most of the year in most climates and it’s hard enough to get folks to wear chaps as it is.
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Platystemon posted:It would be uncomfortably warm for most of the year in most climates and it’s hard enough to get folks to wear chaps as it is.
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I get looks every time I have one of my saws out for donning gloves, proper helmet with integral faceshield/headphones, and chaps. Usually also get verbal sarcasm about playing lumberman. The number of those people to have scars across their faces and/or shins from prior mishaps is impressive. A coworker who recently moved North here was talking about picking himself up a saw. I caught poo poo from some other guys for suggesting he buy the PPE first to guarantee he doesn't make the E.R. run that always results "just this one quick thing" when he inevitably puts off buying armor. Butch Cassidy fucked around with this message at 18:54 on Nov 21, 2018 |
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Its been a long time since I've let a dumbass commenting on my PPE bother me. I like my body as is and dont need any custom mods thank you very much The Gardenator posted:Basic homeowner grade rules to live by: But full skip chain cuts so nice and is so easy to sharpen :/
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Harry Potter on Ice posted:Its been a long time since I've let a dumbass commenting on my PPE bother me. I like my body as is and dont need any custom mods thank you very much Same here. Especially with chainsaws, gently caress that noise. Helmet with hearing protection, full wrap chaps, and steel toe boots.
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Any crazy deals on table saws I should know about? Looking at that contractor dewalt right now
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^^see here https://toolguyd.com/black-friday-2018-table-saw-deals/?utm_source=topreminder&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=blackfriday18
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Harry Potter on Ice posted:Any crazy deals on table saws I should know about? Looking at that contractor dewalt right now Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW745-10-Inch-Job-Site-Capacity/dp/B000HXT2N6/
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Any deal I'm going to find that's better than this? https://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-1...-P122/306764492 Really just need the Drill, Impact, and Saw. DIY/Homerepair
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Bondematt posted:Any deal I'm going to find that's better than this? That’s pretty solid. And then anything else you find you need you can pick up at Father’s Day for insane prices
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