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I am supposed to be getting 20 x T8 tubes mailed to me from an online vendor by Friday. If they are not in the mail it sounds like I need to stop by costco.
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MrYenko posted:This is a cheapie. They come in different sizes and different reach lengths. I may just be a moron but I tried to use one of these years ago and I remember it not working at all. So prepare for frustration.
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I was but a DIY baby back then (now I'm a toddler), so anything is possible.
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meatpimp posted:5000lb. It's one hell of a deal. I just have too many things going on to even clear storage space for it in the garage. 
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Sep 9, 2019 04:01
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Since impact wrench chat is happening, any opinions on Porter-Cable's offering? I've already got their drill/impact and I'd really just be getting it for home automotive light usage. https://www.portercable.com/product...wrench/pcc740la
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Sep 25, 2019 18:05
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BraveUlysses posted:nope, better off buying a corded electric one that actually cranks Yeah so holy poo poo I just compared the torque on PC vs Milwaukee and you weren't kidding. I had just kind of assumed their specs would be similar and the devil would be in the hidden stuff. RIP my battery dreams, time to watch for sales. At least I'm not in a rush, I have a friend close by currently that I can bum tools from till I move.
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Sep 26, 2019 01:28
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Acetylene torch and a liberal disregard for the sanctity of the parts surrounding what you want.* *never have I ever been to a pick n pull lot
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Oct 22, 2019 21:46
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IOwnCalculus posted:If you want a good wall-outlet powered one, you really need to move out of "inflator" and into "compressor" territory. Echoing Viair, I've got a VIAIR 90P Portable Compressor and it's an easy hookup to the battery terminals on your car and goes quite fast. It's slightly more annoying versus an at home compressor setup I'm sure but the portability is a nice bonus if you're only going to own one thing and I keep it in my car for roadside emergency use.
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Nov 1, 2019 23:31
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I use a coping saw to cut PVC. I feel like a hacksaw would be good? Is there a reason you're against using it?
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Nov 25, 2019 20:29
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Uthor posted:For some reason, imgur gives me a warning that this image is erotic. Well it left me satisfied. edit: what a terrible snype here's a question that I might act on soon - what are good socket sets in imperial and metric? I am hoping for options that don't say 150+ items or whatever and then like 50 of the things are bit drivers and screw-type bits of which I already have plenty of nice sets and options. I am really only looking to replace my 15+ year old autozone $20 special set with something nicer. tangy yet delightful fucked around with this message at 05:03 on Dec 16, 2019 |
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Colostomy Bag posted:Wish there was a tool to remove from Sears emails. Just start marking them as spam in Gmail. They will get auto trashed soon enough.
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Dec 24, 2019 17:26
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iForge posted:These pliers are hands down the best for pulling staples/nails when doing flooring and carpet work. You grip it with the nipper end and roll the tool along the tapered bit like a claw hammer. I bought these years ago because I was actually working on fencing and a chicken coop on our little 1.5 acres setup. Now I'm all suburban HOA lameass but I've kept these because they are a really useful tool.
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Dec 24, 2019 19:25
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StormDrain posted:?? Are you implying that you would get rid of tools? Please no one hurt me but I did get rid of my electric corded chainsaw right before we moved because the trees here are like 2-3" in diameter so my bowsaw would be sufficient.
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Dec 24, 2019 20:48
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MrOnBicycle posted:I'm having trouble finding an alterantive to the pinch weld jack pads that Quickjack offer. They are either on backorder and/or super expensive when it comes to shipping. Anyone have any good alternatives that exist in the EU? This may be useless to suggest but have you tried calling or emailing QJ directly? Maybe they can point you to their Euro supplier? If it'd be useful to you I can take any measurements of my pads if you are trying to buy some sort of alternative product.
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Well actually it turns out I'm stupid and didn't realize they sell multiple block types. I just have their normal blocks and not the pinch weld ones. However I use them to lift via my pinch welds and they seem to work fine? I'd have to read the manual again but I think they even say it's fine.
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Jan 9, 2020 18:51
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MrOnBicycle posted:Yeah to be honest I have done so as well in the past. But getting a brand new car, so don't want to gently caress up my pinch welds in case they are weaker.
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opengl128 posted:Here's a couple good pics showing the high torque, mid, and stubby, all in 1/2". I feel like its a sweet spot in size Would you think the mid could handle a low to zero rust passenger vehicle for most (all?) work no problem? Thinking I might end up buying some sort of impact within the next year.
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Jan 30, 2020 08:12
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Not quite the same use case as a large backpack or tool bag but I love having a tool belt for jobs around the house. That plus my toolbox takes care of everything I need for a job if I can remember to grab it from my workbench that is* *large tools like circ saws excepted
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Feb 4, 2020 02:29
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I bought a Husky digital caliper thing from HD and it does metric, imperial and imp fractions. Seems to have held up for 6 months I think now and I leave the battery in it. Probably good value for a homeowner but not professional level.
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Feb 18, 2020 01:43
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Yeah I got a set of 4 joker wrenches and a 3/8" zyklop rachet like 2 weeks ago. The first as a splurge, the second because my 3/8"s AutoZone special from 13 years had gone missing. Now I'm eyeing the sales trying to talk myself into something else.
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Feb 21, 2020 17:26
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Colostomy Bag posted:Imagine the coupon ad... Combine your savings with our pancake compressor* *for the love of god please don't pancake compressor your lungs goons
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StormDrain posted:Any recommendations on aprons or bags or something I can wear to get more pockets? A huge annoyance is crawling under and needing a wrench size I gambled wrong on, but also having a loose handful of wrenches sucks. What I want are tight pockets like for pens that will hold smaller wrenches, without them falling out as I crawl around or bend over. Next level? A small magnet strip to hold bolts nuts and washers. Magnetic arm/wrist braces exist for holding smaller tools. I wonder if something in that vein could work. Also maybe you just want a low clearance small tray on like roller wheels. fake edit: threw some keywords at google and got this link - https://www.amazon.com/H-C-Automotive-Portable-multifunctional-separated/dp/B07TB3NZP3 
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Apr 14, 2020 05:11
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I just buy the HDX branded ones that are some sort of non-cotton breathable backs with leather for the palm and fingers. Then when they wear out after 6 months of weekend warrioring I buy a new pair. Generally I end up with 2-3 pair around in various stages of worn out/covered with dirt/mud/oils. I also, at least pre-pandemic, would keep a box of nitrile gloves for car or stain or paint type work.
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May 18, 2020 18:13
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Looks like I'm going to be doing a home "improvement" project of an accent wall in the bedroom. I could nail the maybe 100 feet of lumber to the wall with a hammer or I could buy a battery powered finish/brad(?) nailgun. Currently I have the Porter-Cable 18v battery drill and impact, it looks like their tool only nailer is almost $200 which seems crazy. Any suggestions or thoughts on battery nailguns for light DIY usage? Might just swing a hammer.
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Jul 27, 2020 19:33
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Hmm...would the pancake compressors like ya'll have been recommending also be good enough to blow out a 0.16 acre lots worth of sprinkler lines (that are divided into 4 zones)? I'm in Oregon so probably don't even need to blow out the lines for winter but it'd give me another reason to keep a compressor around.
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Jul 27, 2020 21:36
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Thanks for all the info, I'll see where the project and tool buying desires take me from here.
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Jul 28, 2020 00:15
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Poisonlizard posted:Aw crap, I have one of those and just loaned it to my brother in law. How much does your sibling love your BIL?
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Sep 25, 2020 19:36
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Any recommendations for LED work lights for cars (underside, wheel wells, engine bay - I've got good overhead lighting in the garage already)? I'm thinking one or two lights with some combination of ways to attach/point the light and possibly multiple brightness levels.
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Oct 31, 2020 08:20
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Mercury Ballistic posted:I always just keep an old petzl headlight in my tool bag. Multiple brightness, cheap, useful all over. Should have mentioned that I have one of these which is great except sometimes my forehead isn't in line with what I need to see! Headlamp covers tons of use cases though. I'll see about picking up an Astro thanks (might wait and see if black friday yields some deals in tools along with the light).
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Astonishing Wang posted:That's when you turn it into a chinlamp 1. My hands are dirty 2. I need to buy more tools or tool adjacent items
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TrueChaos posted:I have the mid-torque Milwaukee 1/2" impact, and it's fantastic. At 600ft-lbs it hasn't had an issue with axle nuts or anything else I've used it for. It's tiny compared to the giant one, but so nice and easy to use. I may have justified the big combo pack cause I couldn't find the combo with the charger anywhere nearby, so now I have a sawzal, impact driver, drill, circular saw, and work light. All of which have come in handy, why on earth did I wait this long to pick up good battery powered tools??? Which one is this? I'm making a list of things to keep an eye out for holiday/black friday sales. Looks like maybe this one - M18 FUEL™ 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench with Friction Ring Kit?
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Nov 15, 2020 07:46
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TrueChaos posted:It's this one: Thanks!
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Tell me about deep impact sockets (and asteroid movies overshadowed by armageddon)? I'm also wondering about picking up maybe just a single in 19mm with a plastic sleeve to baby my wheels. This seems like what I want but perhaps a bit pricey. On the other hand amazon listings show brands I've never heard of with reviews that aren't favorable. Thoughts?
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Elviscat posted:Just pick up any old impact socket and some large heat shrink and DIY yourself up a good alternative. I have a heat gun from HF and this sounds fun, thanks for the idea!
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Nov 17, 2020 08:23
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Arson Daily posted:Or just wrap blue painters tape around one you already have. It works great for me the once or twice a year I rotate my tires Ah but you see I don't already have one 
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Nov 17, 2020 22:31
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That's the jesus bolt that keeps your grid section of the earth from falling into space.
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Dec 4, 2020 19:21
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um excuse me posted:Did my first oil change with a fluid extractor and this poo poo is as easy as getting gas. Extremely worth it. What brand/model did you get? I'll be needing to pick one up later this year.
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I think. I've seen a penny trick on IG for that. Maybe?
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Feb 18, 2021 20:32
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There is also the Wera Zyklop where you can rotate the head to go from traditional ratchet rotation to, I guess "screwdriver" orientation. If that floats your boat. edit: multiple options of course but here's a link for one of them https://www.amazon.com/Wera-Zyklop-8-Inch-Drive-Ratchet/dp/B001V9XGKA
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Would this be good for some light sheet metal cutting (home use, not a contractor)? https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Specialty-Tools/2460-20 Asking because I'm figuring I could buy tool only and end up with a versatile tool to go with the batteries I already have. My current use case that made me look into this is cutting 22ga sheet steel. If this tool is the right one, what cutting wheel(s) should I be using also?
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