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So I just rounded off my oil drain plug bolt.  There's one good side left that I can probably get some vice grips on, anyone think that will work? How well do those gator grip sockets work?gently caress 12 pt. box wrenches though, christ!
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The right size vise-grips locked on super-tight should do the trick. Just make sure you're turning it the right way!
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Aug 9, 2009 06:10
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mod sassinator posted:So I just rounded off my oil drain plug bolt. If you can get a pipe wrench on it, it will do the trick for you. If not, try the vice grips.
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Aug 9, 2009 15:36
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I got a 3.5 ton jack at Costco last weekend for $94. The thing is heavy-loving-duty. I swear that's not the rating, it's how much it weighs. It's really low profile and lifts to nearly 23". Highly recommended.
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Aug 9, 2009 15:47
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Doctor Zero posted:I got a 3.5 ton jack at Costco last weekend for $94. The thing is heavy-loving-duty. I swear that's not the rating, it's how much it weighs. It's really low profile and lifts to nearly 23". Highly recommended. Any idea how it compares to the AI standard jack (the Harbor Freight aluminum racing jack)?
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Aug 9, 2009 19:15
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Kynetx posted:Any idea how it compares to the AI standard jack (the Harbor Freight aluminum racing jack)? I have both, this is the "shop" jack -- too heavy for easy lugging to the track, but low enough to get under the racecar. Nice smooth lifting motion and easy release, plus it's beefy enough to jack up the truck if I put a wood block on it. It's the optimal home shop jack, but LOOKY WHAT I GOT HERE!  H-F jack, $60. 8-gal air tank, $80. 20% off any item, all good through 11/29/09.
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Aug 9, 2009 20:34
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mod sassinator posted:So I just rounded off my oil drain plug bolt.  I've found Gator Grip sockets aren't really that wonderful, to be honest.
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Aug 9, 2009 20:38
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InitialDave posted:Irwin do removal tools for rounded fasteners, kind of like inside-out easy-outs: I have a set of these, and the few times I've had to use them, they have been a lifesaver  Definitely worth picking up, especially if you work on older/abused vehicles (like I tend to ).
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Aug 9, 2009 22:07
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InitialDave posted:Irwin do removal tools for rounded fasteners, kind of like inside-out easy-outs: These are brilliant for utterly hosed fasteners. I use them loads on ~40-year-old british rust
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Aug 9, 2009 23:48
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Alright I was able to break the bolt free with my biggest vice grips. Luckily no need to get fancy extractors yet. Thanks for the advice!
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Aug 10, 2009 01:23
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Sterndotstern posted:I have both, this is the "shop" jack -- too heavy for easy lugging to the track, but low enough to get under the racecar. Nice smooth lifting motion and easy release, plus it's beefy enough to jack up the truck if I put a wood block on it. Holy poo poo. I am buying this tomorrow. I have that compressor. It's medium-useful. I would recommend something better used.
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Aug 10, 2009 01:42
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The coupon fine print says it can't be duplicated or printed, do you know where you can get the real flyer?
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Aug 10, 2009 01:56
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mod sassinator posted:The coupon fine print says it can't be duplicated or printed, do you know where you can get the real flyer? Grassroots motorspots, but I guaran-goddamn-tee-you you won't have a problem printing it and taking it. I can scan higher res if you want.
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Aug 10, 2009 02:15
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I got a coupon book in the mail with the racing jack for $70, but $60 is even sweeter.
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Aug 10, 2009 02:21
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mod sassinator posted:The coupon fine print says it can't be duplicated or printed, do you know where you can get the real flyer? Modified has one inside this month's issue.
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Aug 10, 2009 02:22
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Autogeek has a 20% coupon going on until Sunday, Aug 16th: MIKEPHILLIPS Doesn't apply to "extractors, air compressors, car covers, polishers & polisher kits, vacuums, VIP specials, Buy One, Get One Free items, Pro Detailer Kits, garage flooring, gift certificates, complete wash systems or any item as noted on product page."
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Aug 14, 2009 00:12
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Is there any recommended jack other than the HF racing jack with a bit more lift height? $60 is a good deal, but I'm looking for something with a bit more range. Theyve got a 4000lb jack that does 18" - anyone know if thats worthwhile?
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Aug 14, 2009 16:46
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I have this one which is overpriced online probably to make up for shipping. http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=40105 Is this the one you're referring to? They're usually cheaper in stores then you get 20% off. I think my blue one was $130. It works awesome. I can easily pick it up and carry it, it was cheap, I love it. EDIT: I think youre referring to this one: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=92782 I am not sure which of those two I have to be honest but it pumps very quick and works great.
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Aug 14, 2009 18:15
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Uthor posted:Modified has one inside this month's issue. As does Grassroots motorsports
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Aug 14, 2009 18:20
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ASSTASTIC posted:I'm pretty sure the consensus is that if it spins(angle grinder) or generates heat(cheap heatgun) and its from harbor freight, its poo poo. Please correct me if I am wrong. I've noticed that a lot of HF stuff is made by the same manufacturer as the more expensive name brand stuff you get at other stores. A lot of the Craftsman jacks are identical. Some of the Craftsman miter saws are the same, with the Craftsman brand having additional cosmetic details. The HF compressor I recently bought is made by Campbell Hausfeld, which can be purchased at Home Depot, Sears, Wal-Mart, and Northern. If it's a tool made in China you can probably get the same thing for cheaper at HF, especially with the coupons and sales. You just have to deal with the ridiculous orange color scheme.
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Aug 14, 2009 19:13
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vx15i posted:I've noticed that a lot of HF stuff is made by the same manufacturer as the more expensive name brand stuff you get at other stores. A lot of the Craftsman jacks are identical. Some of the Craftsman miter saws are the same, with the Craftsman brand having additional cosmetic details. The HF compressor I recently bought is made by Campbell Hausfeld, which can be purchased at Home Depot, Sears, Wal-Mart, and Northern. As someone who imports Chinese stuff be careful with confusing the idea that a clone is made by the same manufacturer.
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Aug 14, 2009 19:14
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RealKyleH posted:As someone who imports Chinese stuff be careful with confusing the idea that a clone is made by the same manufacturer. Just gonna bring out this oldie but a goodie for this post here. 
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Aug 14, 2009 19:46
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Not discounting that they might be a clone, but it seemed more likely to me they were made by the same company and rebranded. The picture above is not representative of the type of quality you get at HF, where it's obviously just a scam. I have a number of HF tools along with named brand, and the HF stuff works just as well as my more expensive stuff. I've also had expensive name brand poo poo fall apart on me so that's not limited to HF.
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Aug 14, 2009 20:28
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RealKyleH posted:I have this one which is overpriced online probably to make up for shipping. I ended up just grabbing the one in the flyer. For double the price, and really with the primary purpose of oil changes on my fiancee's scion which doesnt like ramps due to clearance, it should be fine. May pick up the nicer one at some point though, depending how this guy treats me.
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vx15i posted:Not discounting that they might be a clone, but it seemed more likely to me they were made by the same company and rebranded. The picture above is not representative of the type of quality you get at HF, where it's obviously just a scam. I have a number of HF tools along with named brand, and the HF stuff works just as well as my more expensive stuff. I've also had expensive name brand poo poo fall apart on me so that's not limited to HF. The picture above is not representative of the type of quality you get with Chinese turbos and I don't even sell Chinese turbos.
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RealKyleH posted:The picture above is not representative of the type of quality you get with Chinese turbos and I don't even sell Chinese turbos. Completely true. That picture was a display model that was accidentally sent to someone. It was never supposed to be used, and even if the reseller sent it on purpose, XSPower turbos actually aren't THAT bad. They just need a rebuild and some cleaning up on the bearing surfaces, and they are a 1/3 cost turbo compared to a Garrett or T-netics.
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Aug 14, 2009 22:41
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How are HF spring compressors, a death trap or good for the occasional spring change?
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mod sassinator posted:How are HF spring compressors, a death trap or good for the occasional spring change? They'll hold, but they need a poo poo ton of lube to be usable.
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Anyone know the type of interface the Xcelite "99" series uses between its handle and blades? They look like this: Reason I ask is at work I've got an electric screwdriver that uses that sort of interface, but about half size. I'll have to measure the diameter next time I'm at work (Monday), but it's roughly half the diameter of the Xcelite style shown above. I'd be interested in an extension or more bits for my driver, but I don't know what that style is to search for it generically.
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Walked posted:Is there any recommended jack other than the HF racing jack with a bit more lift height? $60 is a good deal, but I'm looking for something with a bit more range. Theyve got a 4000lb jack that does 18" - anyone know if thats worthwhile? Doctor Zero posted:I got a 3.5 ton jack at Costco last weekend for $94. The thing is heavy-loving-duty. I swear that's not the rating, it's how much it weighs. It's really low profile and lifts to nearly 23". Highly recommended.
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Doctor Zero posted:Yeah, I checked my Costco - nothing in stock when I was there. The HF should do for now, and I'll keep an eye on costco.
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For the Canadians present. I just got a Stanley 211 piece socket and wrench set for $99 at Canadian tire. Normal price is $299.
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helno posted:For the Canadians present. I just got a Stanley 211 piece socket and wrench set for $99 at Canadian tire. Normal price is $299. Canadian tire usually has socket sets on sale all the time, whether Mastercraft of Stanley. I got a nice mastercraft one that is all 6 point shallow and deep sockets up to 19mm. The ratchets are poo poo though, Princess auto "POWERFIST" ones are still cheap and have a much better feel.
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Any suggestions for pressure/purge/testing tool for cooling systems? I'm looking at a few in the 79-149$ price range, I need it to track down/test leaks at hose clamps. I don't need the uber $500-1000 kits with every adapter under the sun, I'm using it on misc military vehicles with old 60's-70's era caps. A few need air, but ideally something with a hand pump so I can work in the field. /edit I was looking at Stant, Kent Moore is out of my price range(maybe not actually), and I'd like to avoid anything with flimsy construction like craftsman/OTC /edit Wound up with a craftsman unit which actually had ok build quality.
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Can someone fill me in on the minimum specs for an air compressor if I want to do basic painting and blasting? Thanky
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Sep 4, 2009 19:06
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http://www.thepaintpro.com/sandblasting-equipment-information.html Depends upon what you are blasting. Paint will require less then the smallest blasting gun. You might get away with 15cfm if you work slow. Both of those activites take a ton of air.
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Keep in mind, your compressor doesn't need to actually do 20cfm to run a 20cfm tool, that's the whole reason for having an air tank in the first place. A 60 gallon tank will take up the least amount of floor space and give you plenty of air to finish a single body panel with even a tiny compressor. It's also a common enough size that you can find them on craigslist all the time for pretty cheap. I would look for something with at least 50% of the rated CFM of whatever tool you're using.
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oxbrain posted:Keep in mind, your compressor doesn't need to actually do 20cfm to run a 20cfm tool, that's the whole reason for having an air tank in the first place.
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Cool, thanks for the info. I'm going to get some gear to start stripping the badly fading paint off my '65.
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MattO posted:Cool, thanks for the info. I'm going to get some gear to start stripping the badly fading paint off my '65. Also, wear good overalls with tight seals around the cuffs for your gloves. Aluminium oxide gets everywhere.
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