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Haven't seen a tools thread in a while, and as warmer weather is upon us, I thought it would be a good idea to start talking tools. I have dropped some cash on some new toys in the past few weeks. Feel free to post awesome tools, really good deals, and the like. 3000 LB. CAPACITY LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM RACING JACK from Harborfreight $80 http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=91039  Before you guys jump on the anti-harbofreight bandwagon, this jack is legit. One of the race car teams I worked for last year had FOUR of them that we used like dirty whores all season and they never gave us a problem. For $80 you can't beat it and if it breaks or gets stolen at the track - big deal! Craftsman Screwdriver Set, Ratcheting $25 http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_...me=Screwdrivers I bought one of these 5 years ago and it is the best screw driver ever. 110 AMP, 220 VOLT FLUX AND MIG WELDER from Harborfreight - $150 http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=55525  Another awesome find at Harborfreight, this welder has been a total workhorse for us for the last two years. No one has been killed, the garage hasn't burned down, the downside is you need a 220volt outlet to run it. Intercomp 360060 0-60 Tire Gauge from Summit - $60 http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?autofilter=1&part=ICP%2D360060&N=700+115&autoview=sku  The last tire gauge you will ever buy. Other notes - - Harborfreight BandSaw - it will try to kill you. Lots of pieces to put together. - Harborfreight Heatgun - they are not durable at all. - Harborfreight tap/die sets - lovely holders but for the price you can't beat it. - Harborfreight allen key sets - pennies compared to the Craftsman ones , decent quality. - Harborfreight allen key SOCKET sets - price is right, quality so-so. - Got a $50 MultiMeter from Craftsman, seemed a bit overkill but the built in pyrometer makes it worth it. Thing is built like its going to last forever. - $44 4-drawer portable toolbox from Craftsman - great quality, lockable, will last forever.
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RealKyleH posted:I started it. It will take a bit to get finished. That looks terrific!! Also looking forward to your reviews.
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I now am high on the idea of buying a pegboard for my garage. HF has them for $100! Northerntool for $70 with lovely reviews. Anywhere else? Samsclub popped up on Google but want to know if anyone has some experience here first.
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RealKyleH posted:I will be adding this to my assortment of machining related equipment very soon. I built one of those last winter. Lots of tiny parts. It is SCARY but it works. Keep your fingers far, far away.
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InitialDave posted:The date immediately under the username is registration date, it's the date at the bottom that shows posting date (March 3rd 2008). I've watched this thread grow since then. The floor jack is still awesome, but now more expensive. I still see them all the time at the race track 
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My latest reviews: Powerbuilt 30mm wrench. Why not? Needed one for my fan switch on the Alfa. Thing is MASSIVE. I have used it once, and it did the job. Not quite sure if I will ever need it for another job.  China IR thermometer. $14 from eBay and relatively accurate! Even has a laser pointer. It got the aluminum around my t-stat housing at 176.4 on a warm car (pretty much on the money) that has the t-start open at 180ish.
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Did anyone see Woot on Wednesday? They had a Craftsman Rolling Tool Chest & Cabinet for $249 - by the time I figured out it was a good deal they were gone. Here's their forum link for reference: http://www.woot.com/forums/viewpost.aspx?postid=5713571&pageindex=1&replycount=62
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