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Posted: 9/21/2021 12:59:40 PM EDT
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Challis bushing extractors for the win!
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:01:56 PM EDT
[#2]
Quote HistoryQuoted: If you don't have an oscillating tool, get one. 101 uses. https://empire-s3-production.bobvila.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/91ITBMGfFsL._AC_SL1500_-650x433.jpg Also, I had no idea why anyone would buy an impact driver when a drill does the job just fine. Holy hell, it's like the difference between shooting a bullet and throwing it. This, I've used the shit out of mine. I think I torched it on my last job cutting out a sink though. It gets so hot you can't hold onto it any more. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:04:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Another tool I can't live without now is my 3d Printer. A tool that makes tools, jigs, accessories, and gun parts. Thingiverse Links for things you can print even if you can't draw: Tools Gun Parts Stuff I have put out Awesome post. I haven't fired up my 3d printer in weeks. Time to change that! |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:06:55 PM EDT
[#4]
Quote HistoryQuoted: If you don't have an oscillating tool, get one. 101 uses. https://empire-s3-production.bobvila.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/91ITBMGfFsL._AC_SL1500_-650x433.jpg Also, I had no idea why anyone would buy an impact driver when a drill does the job just fine. Holy hell, it's like the difference between shooting a bullet and throwing it. Came here to post this. Also to add stepped drill bits Like these 
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:19:18 PM EDT
[#5]
Knipex wrench. Unlike regular adjustable wrenches that are always loose these clamp down on the fastener with a shit load of force.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:42:21 PM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Another tool I can't live without now is my 3d Printer. A tool that makes tools, jigs, accessories, and gun parts. Thingiverse Links for things you can print even if you can't draw: Tools Gun Parts Stuff I have put out saved, thanks! A 3d printer is on my christmas list |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:50:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I discovered impact screwdrivers in my early 20's. https://data.kleintools.com/sites/all/product_assets/hires/klein/70220_photo.jpg I bought one of these to get the door hinges off an old GM car (giant philps head screws). It didn't budge them. But what it did give me is a 3/8 adapter and giant screw tip. Put both of those on my big Milwuakee impact, set it on low and leaned into it. Popped all of those screws loose with not a single slip and without breaking a sweat. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:52:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You can certainly get creative with a surface grinder, but fixturing gets to be a pain for anything complex and if you buy an off the shelf fixture for cutter grinding, it costs more than a D bit grinder. I'm going to pay $1200 for the punch former but it is just a nice spin indexer. I'll use it for lots of stuff. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:52:09 PM EDT
[#9]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Hookaroon for firewood processing…. Don’t know how I lived without one. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/54198/617AE04C-B6C4-4647-B615-5D7DBBD691FD-2094260.jpg I think i need one. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:57:05 PM EDT
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Did not discover these until this summer while transferring fuel on a boat. A shake siphon. Soon as i saw how well they work, i bought three.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:57:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryI have the surface cleaner. It works really well. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:59:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Came here to post this. Also to add stepped drill bits Like these https://shop.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/9/1/91616_W3.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: If you don't have an oscillating tool, get one. 101 uses. https://empire-s3-production.bobvila.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/91ITBMGfFsL._AC_SL1500_-650x433.jpg Also, I had no idea why anyone would buy an impact driver when a drill does the job just fine. Holy hell, it's like the difference between shooting a bullet and throwing it. Came here to post this. Also to add stepped drill bits Like these https://shop.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/9/1/91616_W3.jpg I have a set of "real" unibits and several sets of the cheapie HF ones. The HF ones work 99% as well as the real ones at like 1/10th the price. Just don't sideload them in thick metal, they explode. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 2:02:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: https://ifacountrystores.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/TPOSTPGY.jpg I don't know how many t post I've wiggled back and forth on and then pulled by hand before I discovered this thing. First time i saw one of those i fabbed one up. They are awesome. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 2:05:10 PM EDT
[#14]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Angle Grinder and Drill press. Those 2 tools are far more useful than I ever thought they'd be. I've not used my cutting torch once since buying my first angle grinder and cut off wheels. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 3:59:21 PM EDT
[#15]
Quote HistoryMy dad thought I was nuts when I bought my cordless brad nailer and finish nailer. Said it was stupid to buy them for one project. I've used the piss out of them since to the point that even he has admitted it was a good purchase. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 4:52:19 PM EDT
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Milwaukee M12 Fuel 3/8 " ratchet, stood there for 5 minutes contemplating buying this or stringing air hose, worked well, will use often.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 6:20:36 PM EDT
[#17]
Quote HistoryThanks! That's going on the list along with the hose clip tool. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 7:55:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Another tool I can't live without now is my 3d Printer. A tool that makes tools, jigs, accessories, and gun parts. Thingiverse Links for things you can print even if you can't draw: Tools Gun Parts Stuff I have put out Careful there. Mods/admin don't want direct links to gun parts like receivers and such. (Did not click your links to check) |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 8:31:16 PM EDT
[#19]
EZ Red 1/4" Stick
1/4" bit driver on one end and 1/4" socket on the other. It is the thinest 1/4" drive I can find. Also flex head on both ends.  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 9:02:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Thanks! That's going on the list along with the hose clip tool. Quote HistoryQuoted: Thanks! That's going on the list along with the hose clip tool. 
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Posted: 9/22/2021 8:01:26 PM EDT
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https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/jobsmart-14-in-dual-drive-spud-ratchet-with-hammerhead-3-8-x-1-2-1234231?cm_mmc=feed-_-GoogleShopping-_-Product-_-1234231&gclid=CjwKCAjwp_GJBhBmEiwALWBQk4RhWWMIqhzv8eCCAStE8x_4SyYHomUS-SN1h3_8Ymnes1foeg_ymhoCWk0QAvD_BwE
Been abusing the hell out of one of these at work for a little over a week now. Crude, versatile, tough as a railroad track, and cheap enough to be expendable. |
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Posted: 9/23/2021 12:02:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Careful there. Mods/admin don't want direct links to gun parts like receivers and such. (Did not click your links to check) That's pretty sad. |
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Posted: 9/24/2021 4:58:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I had the 1st gen version. it was not good. the newer one is much better. it is loud AF though. I guess its a case of suction, quiet, small, pick two. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Milwaukee M18 shop vac. Linky Honestly, probably the best $100 bucks ive spent on a tool. Good power, good suction, and its quite portable. The most annoyingly loud, piercing whine I have ever heard a tool make. It does work quite well though. Mine gets used just about every day at work. I can tell you that the little Dewalt handheld vac is also impossibly loud. Like shoving your head in an F18’s intake duct. |
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Posted: 9/24/2021 5:00:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Now that is cool, something I am likely to never need, but thanks to you now I know it exists if I do! Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: These, I spent years dialing in boring bars, and ordering, or grinding precision reamers before an old toolmaker turned me onto these! Some lapping compound, and a little tweaking is all it takes to dial in a precision hole. https://i.postimg.cc/50NWHrZ5/C0-BDF204-CC06-4325-AB85-08-E8-E40679-E1.jpg Got an example of what you do with these? |
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Posted: 9/24/2021 5:04:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: They're how I found Knipex. Ordered a clamp kit and the crimpers were Knipex. Instant addiction. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Oetiker clamps @midcap Thanks! Hey Hey! They are fantastic. And the non name brand ones are not very expensive either Instant addiction. The ones Holley sells for fuel line clamps are Knipex (with a markup). |
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Posted: 9/24/2021 7:15:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Got an example of what you do with these? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: These, I spent years dialing in boring bars, and ordering, or grinding precision reamers before an old toolmaker turned me onto these! Some lapping compound, and a little tweaking is all it takes to dial in a precision hole. https://i.postimg.cc/50NWHrZ5/C0-BDF204-CC06-4325-AB85-08-E8-E40679-E1.jpg Got an example of what you do with these? If you have a hole that you need to hit a very specific size but don't have/can't justify an endless amount of reamers, it will let you dial in the diameter very precisely. Or even if you need a specific surface finish for whatever reason, you can polish it. |
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Posted: 9/24/2021 8:55:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I use my calipers so often that I have several of them just so I don't have to walk around there wherever it was I left them last. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Digital caliper. I mean we all know what a caliper is, but I never realized how useful this thing is, like $25. I boughtit to measure a couple of things, figured I would send it back to AMZ, it gets a lot of use. +1, useful AF. I use my calipers so often that I have several of them just so I don't have to walk around there wherever it was I left them last. I upgraded to a good one (Mitutoyo) this summer. The calibration check in our test lab was dead on. Short flex head ratchets are pretty awesome, especially the fine tooth ones and Gear Wrenches. |
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Posted: 9/24/2021 9:48:16 PM EDT
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For anyone that builds electrical panels or strips a lot of wire.
 Greenlee, xcelite and Phoenix Contact brand labels and sells these. Make sure you get the ones with 4 blades instead of the one with 2 parallel blades. Blade cuts 4 sides of the wire. Very light and fits in your back pocket without punching holes in your clothes. I never use my Klein or Ideal strippers any more. Not for Romex. Just for MTW and THHN type wires. |
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Posted: 9/24/2021 10:14:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryI'm going to need some details. |
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Posted: 9/24/2021 10:37:35 PM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Love my MotionPro speed T-handle https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51bRCnEtO4L._AC_SY355_.jpg I have the craftsman branded version in 1/4" and 3/8", quite useful |
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Posted: 9/24/2021 10:41:49 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Love my MotionPro speed T-handle https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51bRCnEtO4L._AC_SY355_.jpg I have the craftsman branded version in 1/4" and 3/8", quite useful |
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Posted: 9/25/2021 1:45:10 AM EDT
[#32]
Fucking thread keeps costing me money.
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Posted: 9/25/2021 3:10:59 AM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryQuoted: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/256621/Capture_PNG-2094361.JPG So nice when you need to do exhaust work without waking up the neighbors.   Attached File |
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Posted: 9/25/2021 11:18:42 AM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: If you don't have an oscillating tool, get one. 101 uses. https://empire-s3-production.bobvila.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/91ITBMGfFsL._AC_SL1500_-650x433.jpg Also, I had no idea why anyone would buy an impact driver when a drill does the job just fine. Holy hell, it's like the difference between shooting a bullet and throwing it. Impact drivers do a lot that a drill can’t. An impact driver IS NOT a drill, which is why you can’t just throw a drill bit into it without using an adapter. For example, you can’t drive lag bolts with a drill. And if you’ve ever had your car in a shop none of the mechanics were using drills. All their tools are designed for 3/8” and 1/2” drivers. Drivers are for when you need torque. It’s a Diesel engine. Drills are gas engines, |
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Posted: 9/25/2021 11:36:41 AM EDT
[#35]
Wobble impact driver extensions.
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Posted: 9/25/2021 11:40:31 AM EDT
[#36]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Also, I had no idea why anyone would buy an impact driver when a drill does the job just fine. Holy hell, it's like the difference between shooting a bullet and throwing it. Lol, completely false Impact driver >>> drill Your average DIY fudd probably won't notice the difference, but as a tradesman (electrician) i use the impact driver 98% of the time and it's the most commonly used tool on all jobsites amongst all trades |
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Posted: 9/25/2021 11:45:32 AM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Lol, completely false Impact driver >>> drill Your average DIY fudd probably won't notice the difference, but as a tradesman (electrician) i use the impact driver 98% of the time and it's the most commonly used tool on all jobsites amongst all trades |
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Posted: 9/25/2021 11:49:39 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Lol, completely false Impact driver >>> drill Your average DIY fudd probably won't notice the difference, but as a tradesman (electrician) i use the impact driver 98% of the time and it's the most commonly used tool on all jobsites amongst all trades Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Also, I had no idea why anyone would buy an impact driver when a drill does the job just fine. Holy hell, it's like the difference between shooting a bullet and throwing it. Lol, completely false Impact driver >>> drill Your average DIY fudd probably won't notice the difference, but as a tradesman (electrician) i use the impact driver 98% of the time and it's the most commonly used tool on all jobsites amongst all trades See emphasis. |
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Posted: 9/25/2021 12:47:45 PM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryQuoted: my Snap-off Racketing screwdriver from 25 years ago, I love that thing - so smooth I bought this in 1993 and still using it on a regular basis. Funny story - I bought it when I worked at an auto glass company. Snap-On was having a special. Normally it cost $100 but they were offering it with a free pair of safety glasses - for $105. I told the dealer to skip the special and just sell me the screwdriver. He refused  Now you can get them at Lowe’s for under $20.  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/25/2021 2:19:51 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Impact drivers do a lot that a drill can’t. An impact driver IS NOT a drill, which is why you can’t just throw a drill bit into it without using an adapter. For example, you can’t drive lag bolts with a drill. And if you’ve ever had your car in a shop none of the mechanics were using drills. All their tools are designed for 3/8” and 1/2” drivers. Drivers are for when you need torque. It’s a Diesel engine. Drills are gas engines,  
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Posted: 9/25/2021 6:43:10 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Impact drivers do a lot that a drill can’t. An impact driver IS NOT a drill, which is why you can’t just throw a drill bit into it without using an adapter. For example, you can’t drive lag bolts with a drill. And if you’ve ever had your car in a shop none of the mechanics were using drills. All their tools are designed for 3/8” and 1/2” drivers. Drivers are for when you need torque. It’s a Diesel engine. Drills are gas engines, https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51TQ2POBueL._AC_.jpg Yep. That’s what I’m talking about. Those are special bits with the adapter built on to the bottom of the bit. They cost more so more expensive to replace when they break. |
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Posted: 9/26/2021 6:28:28 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I use the Knipex Cobra and pliers wrench daily. Awesome tools. The Milwaukee Surge hydraulic impact driver is freaking hands down the best driver I've used. Quiet and it will run a 3" no. 10 screw in like it's not even there. It is supposed to be less powerful than a standard noisy impact driver but I only drive screws so I can't tell the difference. I haven't driven log screws yet but I'm sure it would work fine. If mine broke I'd have another one by the end of the day. I got the "Surge" version because a co-worker had shown me his "Surge" with the hydraulic drive a couple years ago. It is far quieter and has a few level settings do you don't over-torque and strip stuff out. Really good tool. Milwaukee does a shitty job of marketing and promoting these. I had to hunt for the "surge" among lots of similar Milwaukee products, and their ad copy totally didn't explain or make me want to buy this. I wasn't even sure it was the same thing my buddy had been using, they were so vague about it. The belt clip is better but not great au least I can stuff it in a belt pouch to be more secure. Gotta make wire rope lanyards for my stuff.... BR |
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Posted: 9/26/2021 6:39:24 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Also, I had no idea why anyone would buy an impact driver when a drill does the job just fine. Holy hell, it's like the difference between shooting a bullet and throwing it. |
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Posted: 9/26/2021 6:47:13 PM EDT
[#44]
fucking Palm Nailer. Best invention ever
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Posted: 9/26/2021 7:02:33 PM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I bought this in 1993 and still using it on a regular basis. Funny story - I bought it when I worked at an auto glass company. Snap-On was having a special. Normally it cost $100 but they were offering it with a free pair of safety glasses - for $105. I told the dealer to skip the special and just sell me the screwdriver. He refused Now you can get them at Lowe’s for under $20. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/180048/2194B3D9-A783-44A6-B4B9-7A0D38B310EA_jpe-2104775.JPG Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: my Snap-off Racketing screwdriver from 25 years ago, I love that thing - so smooth I bought this in 1993 and still using it on a regular basis. Funny story - I bought it when I worked at an auto glass company. Snap-On was having a special. Normally it cost $100 but they were offering it with a free pair of safety glasses - for $105. I told the dealer to skip the special and just sell me the screwdriver. He refused Now you can get them at Lowe’s for under $20. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/180048/2194B3D9-A783-44A6-B4B9-7A0D38B310EA_jpe-2104775.JPG Had one and it was worth every penny |
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Posted: 9/26/2021 7:34:02 PM EDT
[#46]
An Alemite grease gun with a real coupler…will never use a auto zone grease gun ever again. It’s so much better. No leaks, no drips, big volume of grease on each pump, easy to change cartridges…all around worth it.
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Posted: 9/26/2021 7:40:49 PM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryQuoted: An Alemite grease gun with a real coupler…will never use a auto zone grease gun ever again. It’s so much better. No leaks, no drips, big volume of grease on each pump, easy to change cartridges…all around worth it. I use a Milwaukee battery powered grease gun with a lock-n-lube coupler. It’s awesome except on really hard to reach zerks. |
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Posted: 9/26/2021 8:24:56 PM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Yeah, learned that one when needing to drill through brick. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Also, I had no idea why anyone would buy an impact driver when a drill does the job just fine. Holy hell, it's like the difference between shooting a bullet and throwing it. Impact drivers are not the same as a hammer drill or rotary hammer. Impact drivers and impact wrenches use rotational impact. Hammer drills impact axially. |
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Posted: 9/26/2021 8:25:46 PM EDT
[#49]
Duct tape
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Posted: 9/26/2021 8:27:15 PM EDT
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