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Separate post would you buy Harbor Freights tool drawers? They’re a lot cheaper than Husky and seem to have good reviews? I want something for the garage that won’t be used that heavily. https://www.harborfreight.com/46-in...6MaAgCeEALw_wcB
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asdf32 posted:Separate post would you buy Harbor Freights tool drawers? They’re a lot cheaper than Husky and seem to have good reviews? I want something for the garage that won’t be used that heavily. Its kind of hard to mess up sheet metal drawers.
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asdf32 posted:Separate post would you buy Harbor Freights tool drawers? They’re a lot cheaper than Husky and seem to have good reviews? I want something for the garage that won’t be used that heavily. I have a different HF toolchest for home use and it's been totally fine for 7 years now. I would 100% buy it again if needed.
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Cannon_Fodder posted:While installing a bearing to my cutter head on my jointer, trying to get a new Shelix head on, I put too much pressure on the bearing housing and snapped it in half. Too much liberal application of the swing press and a hollow, deep socket to get it seated. I'm a loving idiot and very disappointed. It's been a silly few weeks. ![]()
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mobby_6kl posted:
I’ll be the voice of contrary opinion and say that I really like those 300 piece mechanics sets in a blow molded case. Everything you need is right there, organized, portable, and ready to go. You could get something like that for sockets and wrenches, and also a bucket boss and fill it with the basics. Screwdriver set, hammer, rubber mallet, drill, drill bit and driver set, decent tape measure, set of pliers and a level, box cutter, eyepro, hearing protection, gloves, duct tape, electrical tape, painters tape, sharpie and carpenters pencil, circular saw, and a hacksaw. Hazard fraught would be good, or there’s tons of great combo tool deals coming up on black friday. You can also buy a small presorted fastener kit to toss in there as well. Honestly the yato kit with the hammer and stuff would probably get the same amount of use if he’s gone this long without the basics.
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OSU_Matthew posted:also a bucket boss and fill it with the basics. ![]() Oh drat thats such a good idea. I already carry my tools around in a big bucket, this would increase its capabilities exponentially
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OSU_Matthew posted:I’ll be the voice of contrary opinion and say that I really like those 300 piece mechanics sets in a blow molded case. Everything you need is right there, organized, portable, and ready to go. Agreed. Those sets are a good way to get the basics. when building up a tool set give some attention to misc tools like an 8-in-one paint scraper that has the weird curved shape - great for prying random crap. Vice grips which can be a 3rd hand. Right angle needle nose pliers. Headlamp. Klein 11-1 screwdriver. A leather man like multi tool which gives you a second copy of many important ones. Great scissors and sheers.
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Rutibex posted:Its kind of hard to mess up sheet metal drawers. It really isn't. There are plenty of places to cheap out from the gauge of the metal, the drawer slides, the casters, less metal/fewer bends where you can't see things to save on operations....... But those are pretty good. There's a Garage Journal thread that I can't find the link to where someone goes through and compares a bunch of boxes. Many of the HF ones scored quire well and significantly better than store brand tool names.
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Motronic posted:It really isn't. There are plenty of places to cheap out from the gauge of the metal, the drawer slides, the casters, less metal/fewer bends where you can't see things to save on operations....... Yeah. I'm looking at you, Craftsman. The HF ball bearing stuff is incredible value for money. I've got a 44" that I've had for 10+years and it's still good as new. Absolutely worth the money. The 5-drawer cart is excellent as well.
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sharkytm posted:The 5-drawer cart is excellent as well. That's been my main box with the "go to" tools in it for about 5 years now.
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Rutibex posted:This looks like the best tool kit you posted, because it has a tape measure and a level (unlike the other kits). To work on bicycles you mostly just need a socket wrench, and that would cover it. Any kind of more specialized bike tools (for messing with the chain or something) would not be included in a generic kit. asdf32 posted:Didnt project farm do a comparison that included one knockoff? I think it did well. If youre looking for bargains consider Harbor Freight which is sort of a reputable knockoff. OSU_Matthew posted:Ill be the voice of contrary opinion and say that I really like those 300 piece mechanics sets in a blow molded case. Everything you need is right there, organized, portable, and ready to go. He does have a lot of the basic tools already of course (so the bucket organizer is a great idea help with those) but as I mentioned it's mainly that stuff is sometimes lost or there are just gaps and we have to go to the hardware to pick up one screwdriver or something dumb like that.
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mobby_6kl posted:Has anyone tried one of the cheapo Chinese drills? I've used a knockoff Makita impact for a while to take off lug nuts and various other stuck nuts and bolts on the car with great success so considering I'd need a drill much less often, I just wanted to get something compatible with the battery. Specifically regarding tools for bicycles, there are a lot of oddball tools that you need for various things depending on what you're doing. A socket set, hex wrenches, and screwdrivers get you a ton of the way there though. As you start to get into stuff like rebuilding wheels you'll pretty quickly need some cone wrenches. Then for changing gearing, or replacing worn out bottom brackets you start to need very specific things like a shimano cassette tool, bottom bracket tool, or various freewheel removal tools depending on the age and make of the bike. None of those things are all that expensive, generally less than ![]() Also, a bike stand is not necessary to do the vast majority of work, but it really does make life a lot easier. At this point I have a big old pile of oddball tools from helping all my friends with bike issues through this pandemic, since bikes are unobtanium and bike shops are overloaded, but most of the specialized tools only get used like once or twice for very specific things and then just sit around for months.
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Kaiser Schnitzel posted:
Thank gently caress it's a pillow block.
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Someone has to make a storage case for standard screw boxes, right? Like one of those plastic organizers with the compartments sized to the screw/nail boxes?
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Speaking of Tool box drawers. I really need to get some sort of foam inserts to arrange tools in so that they don't roll about / get put in wrong places. That's the negative of buying empty tool box drawers.
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armorer posted:Specifically regarding tools for bicycles, there are a lot of oddball tools that you need for various things depending on what you're doing. A socket set, hex wrenches, and screwdrivers get you a ton of the way there though. As you start to get into stuff like rebuilding wheels you'll pretty quickly need some cone wrenches. Then for changing gearing, or replacing worn out bottom brackets you start to need very specific things like a shimano cassette tool, bottom bracket tool, or various freewheel removal tools depending on the age and make of the bike. None of those things are all that expensive, generally less than
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Bought some new mics for work. These were always my favorite style over the ratcheting thimble thingy.![]()
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Those are beautiful. The only tools I deal with at work house behind their titles and their keyboard. I would love a trade job.
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I bought a micrometer at a pawn shop once. I don't have any use for it, anything I need to measure would be much better suited to digital calipers. But I wanted it anyway because it looked like such a beautiful instrument and it was $10
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The only thing I don't see mentioned that's essential for working on bikes is a good mallet. Bike mechanic buddy of mine said they only took bikes to the back room to work on them so that customers didn't see how hard they had to hammer on things sometimes.
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oXDemosthenesXo posted:The only thing I don't see mentioned that's essential for working on bikes is a good mallet. Ah, yeah that's a good point. I have ... a lot of hammers, so I often overlook that not everyone does.
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Cannon_Fodder posted:Thank gently caress it's a pillow block. ![]() ![]() Cannon_Fodder posted:Those are beautiful.
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Kaiser Schnitzel posted:
Ha, yea there are definitely easier trade jobs than others.
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^^^^^ Yup, Drilling is a motherfuck. But I've learned a shitload of stuff. Tools, hydraulics, trailer wiring, truck wiring, metal fabrication, wood working, dirt, more dirt, a bit if geotechnical engineering you fuckin name it.
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I've lost too many hours looking for construction shoes that I can slip on when I move from the deck where I cut materials to indoors. I guess crocs for work are the best choice?
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Untied or loosely tied work boots? Dunno how much foot protection you need, but comedy option of Sperry's/boat shoes/some other slip-on with an actual sole?
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Kaiser Schnitzel posted:
I'm a glutton for punshment. Bring it on. ![]()
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Giant Metal Robot posted:I guess crocs for work are the best choice? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcjgrB9vTec TacoHavoc posted:Untied or loosely tied work boots? This is what I do, though it's not great.
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Giant Metal Robot posted:I've lost too many hours looking for construction shoes that I can slip on when I move from the deck where I cut materials to indoors. Maybe a work version of a Chelsea boot, like the Blundstone ones?
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Giant Metal Robot posted:I've lost too many hours looking for construction shoes that I can slip on when I move from the deck where I cut materials to indoors.
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Kaiser Schnitzel posted:Pull on work boots? I’ve seen a few finish carpenters with a pair of Birkenstock clogs outside the door when working on finished floors that are socks only. Around here, low-top Muck boots are pretty common. Pull-on quickly, waterproof, etc. In winter, some guys use overshoes over normal boots.
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All of my shoes are easy slip on/slip off. Who actually unties shoes?
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JEEVES420 posted:All of my shoes are easy slip on/slip off. Who actually unties shoes? I do. I've got small ankles and wide feet. If I don't tie the laces on my 6" Red Wings, they rub the poo poo out of the back of my heel from my foot sliding up. If I need to quickly swap them on/off, I can pull hard enough to get some slack, then pop the laces out of the hooks. I very rarely do this, but it's feasible.
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Trabant posted:Maybe a work version of a Chelsea boot, like the Blundstone ones? Love my blundstones, but for them to stay on right they're pretty tight and I need two hands to pull them on. sharkytm posted:Around here, low-top Muck boots are pretty common. Pull-on quickly, waterproof, etc. In winter, some guys use overshoes over normal boots. Seconding this suggestion. My bogs work great for slipping on and off at the door. If you actually have a use for taller boots, I don't think it makes much difference for how quick and easy they are to get on and off since the calf area is pretty loose.
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JEEVES420 posted:All of my shoes are easy slip on/slip off. Who actually unties shoes? Ah yes, the story of how I ruin all my shoes.
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JEEVES420 posted:All of my shoes are easy slip on/slip off. Who actually unties shoes? Me, the guy who has needed orthopedic shoes since childhood. And if any of you spend hours a day doing this stuff on a slab floor, invest in the best cushioned shoes you can. Your back and knees will thank you 30 years down the road.
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I've got some Ariat Turbo Chelsea boots I wear for work(in a kitchen) My work place has been shut down since the pandemic and I left them in my locker so I got another pair for at home/yard work. They have a composite steel toe carbon fiber shank waterproof non slip soles slip on and off easily. Comedy option clogs I used to wear Dansko/Sanita clogs at work but after the 4th pair the sole split down the middle I've given up on them. Thumposaurus fucked around with this message at 19:36 on Nov 2, 2020 |
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Someone needs to make Velcro fastened work boots. Problem is everyone on site would make fun of you. Kinda like the guy on the construction site with Ryobi tools.
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wesleywillis posted:Someone needs to make Velcro fastened work boots. Problem is everyone on site would make fun of you. Kinda like the guy on the construction site with Ryobi tools. It's one way to be sure that nobody will steal them
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wesleywillis posted:Someone needs to make Velcro fastened work boots. Problem is everyone on site would make fun of you. Kinda like the guy on the construction site with Ryobi tools. Now I want to see Ryobi brand Velcro shoes
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