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Posted: 9/26/2021 9:16:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 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 9:47:29 PM EDT
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not an ad! ! ! 
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Posted: 9/26/2021 10:07:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThey have these at HF. I have used them multiple times. I find they are extremely handy when taking doors off the hinge. Put it under the far edge of the door and inflate it to kinda hold to door up while you take out the hinge pins. Works extremely well. |
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Posted: 9/26/2021 10:09:35 PM EDT
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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 Best screwdriver EVAH !! I have three in various colors. |
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Posted: 9/28/2021 5:26:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 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. Never used/owned a hammer drill and have a couple questions: 1) am I correct that you'd want the impact drill/driver when using it as a driver? Can a hammer drill be used as a driver? 2) what's the advantage of a hammer drill over an impact drill/driver? Drilling in brick/concrete? Does it have any advantages drilling through wood etc.? |
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Posted: 9/28/2021 5:36:54 PM EDT
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Just ordered this from Astro Tools to try out. 3/8" drive in a 1/4" rachet body. Overall length is 14" I think. May be good for close quarters. Part number 93812
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Posted: 9/28/2021 5:39:04 PM EDT
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Don’t think this has been posted.
Milwaukee M12 Underhood Light. It’s handy as hell, file it under things you don’t have to have but sure make life easier.  Attached FileWe’ll, pic is broke but maybe it will show up. |
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Posted: 9/28/2021 9:10:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Never used/owned a hammer drill and have a couple questions: 1) am I correct that you'd want the impact drill/driver when using it as a driver? Can a hammer drill be used as a driver? 2) what's the advantage of a hammer drill over an impact drill/driver? Drilling in brick/concrete? Does it have any advantages drilling through wood etc.? A hammer drill works like a jackhammer and can't be used to drive screws without turning off the hammer. If you ever need holes in concrete or masonry you need a hammer drill. |
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Posted: 9/28/2021 9:24:14 PM EDT
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Lowes sells a Smiths "precision" knife sharpener (near the knives/ drill bits) for $30.
I have 3 different sharpeners, probably cost $75 bucks each, and this damn 30 dollar sharpener blows them away. Seriously sharp edges with minimal effort. Very highly recommended. Shop around for a better price, and do a little research first. Start with a cheap knife to learn the quirks. https://smithsproducts.com/50595 |
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Posted: 9/28/2021 9:25:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
Don’t think this has been posted. Milwaukee M12 Underhood Light. It’s handy as hell, file it under things you don’t have to have but sure make life easier. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/501885/63AC47B8-8BAC-4CAF-BC8C-30F1ABBCE6CB_jpe-2109695.JPG We’ll, pic is broke but maybe it will show up. 
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Posted: 9/28/2021 9:55:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: A hammer drill works like a jackhammer and can't be used to drive screws without turning off the hammer. If you ever need holes in concrete or masonry you need a hammer drill. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Never used/owned a hammer drill and have a couple questions: 1) am I correct that you'd want the impact drill/driver when using it as a driver? Can a hammer drill be used as a driver? 2) what's the advantage of a hammer drill over an impact drill/driver? Drilling in brick/concrete? Does it have any advantages drilling through wood etc.? A hammer drill works like a jackhammer and can't be used to drive screws without turning off the hammer. If you ever need holes in concrete or masonry you need a hammer drill. Ah. Thanks. That explains why I've never owned one. Never really did much drilling in concrete/masonry. Couple years ago, I was installing solar motion activated lights and needed to drill into brick/mortar. All I did was get masonry bits to use with the impact drill/driver and that did the job easily. Only time I can recall drilling into masonry in the past couple decades. |
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Posted: 9/28/2021 10:02:55 PM EDT
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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. locknlube grease couplers are a game changer, but they dont fit everywhere https://locknlube.com/ 
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Posted: 9/29/2021 6:05:37 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Don’t think this has been posted. Milwaukee M12 Underhood Light. It’s handy as hell, file it under things you don’t have to have but sure make life easier. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/501885/63AC47B8-8BAC-4CAF-BC8C-30F1ABBCE6CB_jpe-2109695.JPG We’ll, pic is broke but maybe it will show up. I'll give a hearty +1 to this! Like someone said earlier, Milwaukee does some horrible marketing. It's only after I started researching the different brands, that I found Milwaukee has a complete specific line of M18 and M12 tools that are automotive focused, and they simply work. Their lights are their unsung heroes of the line, and I had to buy my underhood light off of Ebay. |
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Posted: 9/29/2021 6:23:40 AM EDT
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Halligan tool and a Hurst Maverick combi-tool.
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Posted: 9/29/2021 6:46:00 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Knipex pliers. Literally any of them. I thought they were just overpriced channel locks. Nope they are all fantastic. Came to post this. |
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Posted: 9/29/2021 7:09:58 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: locknlube grease couplers are a game changer, but they dont fit everywhere https://locknlube.com/ https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/521566/C148E441-D3ED-4C12-BFD7-DFD3C20508EC-2110148.jpg I just recently found the Lock n Lube. It works like magic. I started with a different brand from Tractor Supply that broke and found the LnL on Amazon. It's the cat's ass. |
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Posted: 9/29/2021 10:03:58 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: locknlube grease couplers are a game changer, but they dont fit everywhere https://locknlube.com/ https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/521566/C148E441-D3ED-4C12-BFD7-DFD3C20508EC-2110148.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: 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. locknlube grease couplers are a game changer, but they dont fit everywhere https://locknlube.com/ https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/521566/C148E441-D3ED-4C12-BFD7-DFD3C20508EC-2110148.jpg IIRC they make one with a longer tip too. |
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Posted: 9/29/2021 10:09:16 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryI have that tool and do not recommend. Most cars I've tried to use it on didn't have enough clearance to get the tool on the filter. |
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Posted: 9/29/2021 10:25:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Best screwdriver EVAH !! I have three in various colors. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: 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 Best screwdriver EVAH !! I have three in various colors. Yep. Original yellow one got dropped and exploded, replaced with a new black one by the dealer. Running strong since about '92. My favorite tool. |
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Posted: 9/29/2021 1:42:16 PM EDT
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Since my Son has developed a fascination with flushing things down the toilet, this has saved me several times from the joy of pulling toilets to clear them.
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Posted: 9/29/2021 2:14:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I think you missed what he said Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: 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 Yes he did. |
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Posted: 9/29/2021 2:22:25 PM EDT
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saved to favorites.
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Posted: 9/30/2021 1:07:11 AM EDT
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I have a steel set of Grace hook gunsmithing tools. These are one of those things that you never knew you needed, until you needed them and they worked great. Not for cleaning a gun, but more small part manipulation. They are extremely helpful for small fiddly springs.
The first time I used them, they saved me a lot of time striker swapping on a couple FNS guns. https://shop.brownells.com/gunsmith-tools-supplies/general-gunsmith-tools/picks-hooks/6-piece-hook-and-pick-set-sku100011441-55410-113905.aspx?cm_mmc=PPC-_-Itwine-_-Google-_-100-011-441&gclid=CjwKCAjwndCKBhAkEiwAgSDKQfMPHtGPNtZTi0Oy22CpA0opYGqh6gWooo54tikPC53eXcaV8owZihoCus8QAvD_BwE |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 12:36:07 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have that tool and do not recommend. Most cars I've tried to use it on didn't have enough clearance to get the tool on the filter. Quote HistoryQuoted: I have that tool and do not recommend. Most cars I've tried to use it on didn't have enough clearance to get the tool on the filter. It really depends on the vehicle. I bought a pair for a specific car, I don't recall which one, and they worked great. I have several tools for oil filters that worked great for a car, but not others. |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 1:26:48 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Please stop finding things for me to buy.... Quote HistoryQuoted: Please stop finding things for me to buy.... I hope you already have some M12. I thought I was just going to stay with M18 for simplicities sake, but after I bought the light... I figured, what the hell and bought one of these with more batteries.  Attached FileQuoted: I'll give a hearty +1 to this! Like someone said earlier, Milwaukee does some horrible marketing. It's only after I started researching the different brands, that I found Milwaukee has a complete specific line of M18 and M12 tools that are automotive focused, and they simply work. Their lights are their unsung heroes of the line, and I had to buy my underhood light off of Ebay. I missed that comment, but I agree. I found the underhood light in a thread like this one on another forum and had to have it. I bought it, the impact and batteries from eBay. They're so much cheaper it's a no brainer so long as you buy from a reputable dealer. |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 1:58:01 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryAlso incredibly useful for breaking into (your own) cars. Place under corner of door Inflate Use stick/long thing to unlock Profit |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 2:45:08 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Ah. Thanks. That explains why I've never owned one. Never really did much drilling in concrete/masonry. Couple years ago, I was installing solar motion activated lights and needed to drill into brick/mortar. All I did was get masonry bits to use with the impact drill/driver and that did the job easily. Only time I can recall drilling into masonry in the past couple decades. I quoted the wrong post. |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 8:34:01 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/1/2021 8:40:34 AM EDT
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Cable-style hose clamp tool is mandatory if you work on vehicles.
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Posted: 10/1/2021 8:47:43 AM EDT
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Don't know what I did before getting a Japanese saw. I bought it when building a boat, it made the job almost easy - I would up using it for all kinds of cutting not just flush cuts. It just rips through wood.
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Posted: 10/1/2021 8:53:49 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Cable-style hose clamp tool is mandatory if you work on vehicles. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/149770/053B5C13-DF65-4880-9B29-7707725C1EC1-2113147.jpg Someone already posted one of those which I already received. My socket set was backordered though. |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 9:42:02 AM EDT
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everything Kreg (except crown molding holder)
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Posted: 10/1/2021 9:44:20 AM EDT
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Hilti laser tape measure (Great for doing estimates)
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Posted: 10/1/2021 9:54:42 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Lowes sells a Smiths "precision" knife sharpener (near the knives/ drill bits) for $30. I have 3 different sharpeners, probably cost $75 bucks each, and this damn 30 dollar sharpener blows them away. Seriously sharp edges with minimal effort. Very highly recommended. Shop around for a better price, and do a little research first. Start with a cheap knife to learn the quirks. https://smithsproducts.com/50595 Weird, that is almost a direct copy of the Lansky system. Which I like a lot. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HAYPXG?tag=arfcom00-20 |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 10:25:00 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: everything Kreg (except crown molding holder) https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/379420/496DF08E-7FD2-42EE-A8CC-9E09BFFBEAAC-2113210.jpg I've had one of the small Kreg jig kits sitting untouched in my toolbox for like three years now. Used it for the first time a couple weeks ago when I needed to throw together a quick shop table, and was like  Ran out the next week and bought a whole assortment of different screws, and now I want one of the upgraded jigs. 
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Posted: 10/1/2021 11:33:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Don't know what I did before getting a Japanese saw. I bought it when building a boat, it made the job almost easy - I would up using it for all kinds of cutting not just flush cuts. It just rips through wood. https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/JrIAAOSwPFtcWAWj/s-l400.jpg I've been meaning to get one of those. Pulling to cut just makes a lot more sense than pushing to cut. |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 11:43:55 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/1/2021 11:50:20 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryI was skeptical at first, but those things work surprisingly well and cut your powerwashing time significantly. |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 11:53:57 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/1/2021 12:06:07 PM EDT
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My favorites that have been mentioned that I use and like,
Electrical box attachment for oscillation tool, works awesome. Oscillation tool, see above. I have M18 stuff, but the M12 compact impact driver is nice. The cordless Ryobi finish nailer has been great. Compression connectors and tool for RG6. Knipex pliers are awesome. |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 2:51:01 PM EDT
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This Milwaukee M18 lantern is awesome. It has 3 brightness settings, a USB charging port and you can rotate the led tubes to throw light 360 degrees or all in one direction. I use mine for catfishing, too. I have 2 of them 3 years old and I won't ever be without these again!
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Posted: 10/1/2021 6:09:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This Milwaukee M18 lantern is awesome. It has 3 brightness settings, a USB charging port and you can rotate the led tubes to throw light 360 degrees or all in one direction. I use mine for catfishing, too. I have 2 of them 3 years old and I won't ever be without these again! https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/112497/Screenshot_20211001-144314_Chrome_jpg-2113620.JPG I used this pressure washer surface cleaner on my cobble stone patio and loved it. It went from a 10 hour job to a 2.5 hour job. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/112497/Screenshot_20211001-144444_Chrome_jpg-2113619.JPG Quote HistoryQuoted: This Milwaukee M18 lantern is awesome. It has 3 brightness settings, a USB charging port and you can rotate the led tubes to throw light 360 degrees or all in one direction. I use mine for catfishing, too. I have 2 of them 3 years old and I won't ever be without these again! https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/112497/Screenshot_20211001-144314_Chrome_jpg-2113620.JPG I used this pressure washer surface cleaner on my cobble stone patio and loved it. It went from a 10 hour job to a 2.5 hour job. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/112497/Screenshot_20211001-144444_Chrome_jpg-2113619.JPG Details on the pressure washer surface cleaner, I need one of these. Protip....a pressure washer will removed the color from stamped stained concrete   Quoted: My favorites that have been mentioned that I use and like, Electrical box attachment for oscillation tool, works awesome. Oscillation tool, see above. I have M18 stuff, but the M12 compact impact driver is nice. The cordless Ryobi finish nailer has been great. Compression connectors and tool for RG6. Knipex pliers are awesome. The M12 tools are handy in tight spaces and weigh less so depending on what you're doing they're well worth duplicating tools in M18 vs M12. I just had to send my barely used less M18 skill saw back. Warranty work was quick and painless, guess I just got a lemon my other Milwaukee tools have been bullet proof.  Attached File |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 6:26:43 PM EDT
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Shit. I've been able to resist this thread. Now I'm looking at the Milwaukee M18 nailers to replace the pneumatics.
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Posted: 10/1/2021 6:41:11 PM EDT
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I read a thread here where someone recommended the Magpump. I put it in my Midway wish list and forgot about it. Recently, Midway was running a free shipping sale and the device was also on sale. It is a neat toy and makes loading mags a blast.
Magpump 9mm version: 
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Posted: 10/1/2021 7:32:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Please stop finding things for me to buy....  |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 7:37:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: everything Kreg (except crown molding holder) https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/379420/496DF08E-7FD2-42EE-A8CC-9E09BFFBEAAC-2113210.jpg Ha! I literally just got this in the mail today. Got this one to replace my super old small kreg jig. |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 8:01:54 PM EDT
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 Attached FileWe use these all over the house. They use the 18650 batteries that I have too many of. We beat the crap out of them and they light every time. Long life and blindingly bright. They are great for working on the cars too. The magnet in the base sticks to everything well, great for under the car, stick it to any frame part and fold it to point anywhere. |
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Posted: 10/1/2021 8:45:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I hope you already have some M12. I thought I was just going to stay with M18 for simplicities sake, but after I bought the light... I figured, what the hell and bought one of these with more batteries. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/501885/stubbyimpact_jpg-2113028.JPG I missed that comment, but I agree. I found the underhood light in a thread like this one on another forum and had to have it. I bought it, the impact and batteries from eBay. They're so much cheaper it's a no brainer so long as you buy from a reputable dealer. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Please stop finding things for me to buy.... I hope you already have some M12. I thought I was just going to stay with M18 for simplicities sake, but after I bought the light... I figured, what the hell and bought one of these with more batteries. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/501885/stubbyimpact_jpg-2113028.JPG Quoted: I'll give a hearty +1 to this! Like someone said earlier, Milwaukee does some horrible marketing. It's only after I started researching the different brands, that I found Milwaukee has a complete specific line of M18 and M12 tools that are automotive focused, and they simply work. Their lights are their unsung heroes of the line, and I had to buy my underhood light off of Ebay. I missed that comment, but I agree. I found the underhood light in a thread like this one on another forum and had to have it. I bought it, the impact and batteries from eBay. They're so much cheaper it's a no brainer so long as you buy from a reputable dealer. I am more of a M18 guy. This arrived this week thanks to this thread. I had a cheapo corded one but have wanted something better for a while. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Multi-Tool-with-2-0-Ah-Compact-Battery-2626-20-48-11-1820/317083885 
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Posted: 10/1/2021 9:19:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Ha! I literally just got this in the mail today. Got this one to replace my super old small kreg jig. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: everything Kreg (except crown molding holder) https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/379420/496DF08E-7FD2-42EE-A8CC-9E09BFFBEAAC-2113210.jpg Ha! I literally just got this in the mail today. Got this one to replace my super old small kreg jig. those small jigs have their purpose, but the upgrade is oh so nice
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Posted: 10/1/2021 10:28:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Details on the pressure washer surface cleaner, I need one of these. Protip....a pressure washer will removed the color from stamped stained concrete The M12 tools are handy in tight spaces and weigh less so depending on what you're doing they're well worth duplicating tools in M18 vs M12. I just had to send my barely used less M18 skill saw back. Warranty work was quick and painless, guess I just got a lemon my other Milwaukee tools have been bullet proof. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/67501/skill_saw_JPG-2113860.JPG The surface cleaner uses a rotating arm under it with a spray nozzle on each end of the arm. It needs 2,000 to 4,000 psi and 1.8 to 3.7 gpm. The nozzles are replaceable. The kit comes with extension wands and extra nozzles for around 100 bucks on Amazon. |
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