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iv46vi posted:Are there actually people out there with five grand in cash breathlessly waiting for these? There should be. My brother-in-law is still $40,000 in tool debt from the year he decided to be a mechanic, then subsequently decided he didn't like it.
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 Snapon PH3050A air hammer. Thing kicks all kinds of rear end. Quickly finding it to be one of the most versatile and time saving tools in my collection.
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Give me a rundown of appropriate tasks for that air hammer; I'm not really clear on what's smart and stupid to do with it.
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eddiewalker posted:There should be. My brother-in-law is still $40,000 in tool debt from the year he decided to be a mechanic, then subsequently decided he didn't like it. What? How is that even possible? Does he at least have a bitchin' tool collection to show for it?
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bolind posted:What? How is that even possible? Does he at least have a bitchin' tool collection to show for it? Ha.  Probably not.
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iv46vi posted:Sure, but who actually buys those things on craigs? I'm guessing no. http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/tls/2022269135.html This is my neighbor's ad (that I posted for him because he barely knows what a computer is, much less how to get on the internet). I've renewed it once already, and he's had zero calls so far. And he won't budge on the price. e: For the record, I'm not asking (or even recommending) someone here buy this.
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Nov 3, 2010 16:08
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So what you're saying is, we should all call and offer $400?
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If you are real good friends with the truck guy, he can usually get you a deal on someone else's misfortune on buying tools and boxes. I've seen snapon guys "buy back" tools for 1/3 of their value to clear up debt and turn around and resell them on the side. Not sure if that violates franchise rules or not, I never asked. You can get the occasional bargain. Go in person and deal in cash, no one bargins over the phone like most of the craigslist callers out there. I had one guy offer to sell me the "aircraft carrier" snapon super box set, whatever model that was. The 9-12 foot long one. Yeah where the gently caress I'm I going to park that thing, much less buy the mountain of tools needed to stock it. Tool box wars are crazy. Speaking of which I need to track down a good pulley puller/installer.. again. My last one grew legs and walked off 
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Splizwarf posted:Give me a rundown of appropriate tasks for that air hammer; I'm not really clear on what's smart and stupid to do with it. Check out the list on the left for an idea, but among other things I've used mine for driving out rusted in pivot pins for heavy duty air brake shoes, deforming bushings in blind holes enough to get them to pry out, driving out bushings with the bushing driving bit and appropriate sized driver (wow does this make life easy), driving in bushings the same way (typically having to compress them with vise grips), driving out rusted bellcrank shafts in forklift steer axles, king pin shafts, of course shearing off rivets is also a major use, hammering off brake backing plates that have been red loctited in place from the factory, etc...
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I stumbled into some 33% & 40%-off online coupons for Advance Auto Parts if anyone's interested.
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Skyssx posted:So what you're saying is, we should all call and offer $400? If he's drunk enough, you may get lucky.
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grover posted:If the big advantage of the Kennedy-quality boxes over the cheap ones is they don't bind and last a long time... and that's really the only thing "wrong" with the cheap ones... what are you getting for $10k for the rolls royce boxes that you aren't getting for $1500 in a Kennedy? Well there's the obvious stuff like size, material, and method of manufacturing. I've seen and touched the top-end boxes before, and there purpose is more as a "shop" box rather than a personal toolbox. The kind of chest that endures a production environment, and the abuse put on it of many persons over long periods of time. Where as a Kennedy, a line particularly popular with Machinists, who generally treasure both their tools and toolboxes, treating them with appropriate respect and care. Not to say they're not as durable, but rather are man-handled significantly less, if that makes any sense.
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Is it possible to get a good electric pressure washer under $100?
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Honestly, it's not possible to get a good pressure washer period for under $700. So buy the cheapest you can find and plan on disposing of it after two seasons.
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Skyssx posted:Honestly, it's not possible to get a good pressure washer period for under $700. So buy the cheapest you can find and plan on disposing of it after two seasons. I can confirm this. I used a 220v diesel Kärcher everyday for a 10years. This will last you.. but is way overkill. Sockington fucked around with this message at 16:05 on Nov 6, 2010 |
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I went to Harbor Freight yesterday to pick up some electrical connectors and tape, and looked at the power tools. Lots of angle grinders on sale for $20. I realized I have always had an angle grinder-shaped hole in my life. So I went back today and bought the $34 one. That paddle switch alone is totally cool enough to make it worth the extra $14. It says in the manual that using it for "polishing or cutting-off" is "not recommended". That's just to cover their asses, right? It didn't explode when I slapped on a cutoff wheel and removed a rusted bolt that's been bugging me, at least. Also in the manual: handling the cord exposes you to lead. Hooray, China! Of course, I didn't really need an angle grinder, aside from that one small bolt that I could've cut with the Dremel. I suppose it'll be good for sharpening the mower blades come spring. Maybe I should start a YouTube series where I sand/grind/deburr/cut various things. With joke video of me brandishing it at the pet bunnies.
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Delivery McGee posted:I went to Harbor Freight yesterday to pick up some electrical connectors and tape, and looked at the power tools. Lots of angle grinders on sale for $20. Good thing you bought the 4.5" kind. I steer anyone I can away from the 4" ones. It seriously won't fit any of HFs own accessories.
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Delivery McGee posted:Maybe I should start a YouTube series where I sand/grind/deburr/cut various things. With joke video of me brandishing it at the pet bunnies. Will it
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eddiewalker posted:Good thing you bought the 4.5" kind. I steer anyone I can away from the 4" ones. It seriously won't fit any of HFs own accessories. Also mentioned way back, and replied to incredulously: 9" angle grinders. HF has one for $60. I also picked up a variety pack of wheels for it -- a couple of grinding wheels, a couple of flap wheels, and some cutoffs. Now i just need something to use it on.
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Absolutely do not use harborfreight electrical connectors or wire. See previous posts in this thread by me as for why. UL spec connectors are not much more and miles better.
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AnomalousBoners posted:Absolutely do not use harborfreight electrical connectors or wire. See previous posts in this thread by me as for why. UL spec connectors are not much more and miles better. I was going to post the same thing. I barely trust HF wire ties (I've seen about 10% of them are mis-shot and don't hold). HF electrical connectors would scare the hell out of me. As an aside -- the new push-type electrical connectors feel like cheating. I'll never use wire nuts again.
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meatpimp posted:I was going to post the same thing. I barely trust HF wire ties (I've seen about 10% of them are mis-shot and don't hold). HF electrical connectors would scare the hell out of me. Info Please? I hate wire nuts with a passion. ::edit:: you talking about these? http://www.all-spec.com/products/30-1034.html I've seen them, used them on lighting fixtures. sharkytm fucked around with this message at 21:09 on Nov 8, 2010 |
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Does Harbor Freight sell individual sockets? Or where can I get a 1.25" socket as cheaply as possible?
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FogHelmut posted:Does Harbor Freight sell individual sockets? Or where can I get a 1.25" socket as cheaply as possible? Is it for axle nuts? If so, some parts stores have a "lend-a-tool" program where you can just put a deposit on a set of four sockets (30,32,34,36mm) and return then when finished.
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Sockington posted:Is it for axle nuts? If so, some parts stores have a "lend-a-tool" program where you can just put a deposit on a set of four sockets (30,32,34,36mm) and return then when finished. It's for changing an oil filter. My girlfriend's car has one of those new-fangled cartridge filters. I used a huge crescent wrench the last time, but it's not a good angle for that and was a huge pain.
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I've never seen single sockets at HF. Sears sells them for $5-8 each though.
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FogHelmut posted:Does Harbor Freight sell individual sockets? Or where can I get a 1.25" socket as cheaply as possible? Once you get up above the 1" size its not too hard to find individual sockets for sale in-store. A quick check of HF's website would appear to show that they only sell sockets in sets, but I've found that often what they have on their website and what the individual stores carry varies greatly.
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oxbrain posted:I've never seen single sockets at HF. Sears sells them for $5-8 each though. Me neither. AutoZone might have it, though.
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I've seen them at Pep Boys for maybe $15, or something ridiculous, which is why I ask. I'll check out Sears.
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FogHelmut posted:I'll check out Sears. If you don't need impact - http://www.craftsman.com/shc/s/p_10155_12602_00944069000P?vName=Tools+%26+Equipment&keyword=1-1/4+6pt&prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=L1
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Advance Auto sells single sockets. I nabbed a 36mm for like $5.49 I think. Ran to H today for a few odds and end and they have new notices at the register. They can no longer allow people to use the 20% off coupons on sale items which sucks because that's how I got my shop crane, engine stand and impact gun so cheap.
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Rhyno posted:Advance Auto sells single sockets. I nabbed a 36mm for like $5.49 I think. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
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Rhyno posted:Ran to H today for a few odds and end and they have new notices at the register. They can no longer allow people to use the 20% off coupons on sale items which sucks because that's how I got my shop crane, engine stand and impact gun so cheap. God please tell me this is wrong.
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ASSTASTIC posted:God please tell me this is wrong. It's what they told me. I was buying one of those 2-sided ratchets and it was on sale for $13.99 and I wanted to use the 20% off on it. He told me it would only work on the original price, not the sale price.
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FogHelmut posted:It's for changing an oil filter. My girlfriend's car has one of those new-fangled cartridge filters. I used a huge crescent wrench the last time, but it's not a good angle for that and was a huge pain. GM Ecotec? (That's the exact same method I've been using..) I haven't ordered one of these yet, but I know my standard-depth impact 1 1/2" won't clear the intake manifold. http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-14700-Filter-Wrench-2-2L/dp/B0009OMYAQ/ref=pd_sbs_auto_1 I plan on getting one as soon as I figure out what else to lump in to qualify for super saver shipping.
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Godzilla525 posted:GM Ecotec? (That's the exact same method I've been using..) I haven't ordered one of these yet, but I know my standard-depth impact 1 1/2" won't clear the intake manifold. Yeah, its a 2008 Cobalt. Do you really need an ultra-low profile socket?
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Godzilla525 posted:GM Ecotec? (That's the exact same method I've been using..) I haven't ordered one of these yet, but I know my standard-depth impact 1 1/2" won't clear the intake manifold. If you have a .edu email address you can sign up for Amazon Student and get a year of Prime for free, which includes super saver shipping with no minimum purchase. https://www.amazon.com/student You can tie it to your existing non-.edu Amazon account. I wish I could take credit for finding this on my own, but I found it in one of the Coupons & Deals threads on SA.
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FogHelmut posted:Does Harbor Freight sell individual sockets? Or where can I get a 1.25" socket as cheaply as possible? Farm & Fleet does if there's one near by.
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