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Hello all. I am looking for any recommendations for a spray lubrication for tools in a tool chest. I know WD-40 will work, but as people have said, its long term lube and rust prevention leaves a lot to be desired. I have narrowed it down to 2 lubes. Lucas Extreme Duty CLP Fluidfilm Both...

I have read lots of debate on this. It does appear that some wire nut manufacturers recommend that you do not twist the wire as the wire nuts will twist the wires for you.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Stanley-Quick-Change-Retractable-Utility-Knife-2-pack-STHT10274/205074559 Feels good in the hand, low price, and made in the USA.

I would like to know what are the must have socket sizes in 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2"? I see some sets skip sockets. Tekton has no skip sets, but are 29mm and 31mm deep sockets a necessity? I am just a DIY'er, so I have never encountered these more obscure sizes. Thanks.

Hello all. I have an old pair of Craftsman diagonal cutter that I found in a box of old tools. The cutters are shot and look like someone either cut something steel or something hot. They are pretty old made in USA diagonal cutters. My question is, can they be warranted out at Lowe's? Thanks.

I have a pair of Craftsman wire strippers/pliers: https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-8-in-Electrical-Long-Nose-Pliers-with-Wire-Cutter/1000595299 I have tried to loosen the things up, but they just seem to be really tight. I have tried Liquid Wrench, WD-40, oil, and they have improved a little...

I am wanting some new sockets. I would like the opinion of some of the forum members. I have it narrowed down to two sets: https://www.harborfreight.com/master-technician-tool-set-428-pc-58154.html?_br_psugg_q=quinn https://www.tekton.com/6-point-socket-and-ratchet-set-bundle-skt95302 I...

I was cleaning an old 3/8 Craftsman USA Made ratchet and the ball bearing went flying. I cannot get a straight answer on the ball bearing size in the selector. It looks like it is either 3/32" or 3mm. Does anyone have any input? Thanks.

I've had an RJ45/RJ11 crimping tool for years. I have never lubricated it. I put a few drops on the pivot points and other areas that could have metal to metal contact. Is this bad? I would not think it would be as a lot of crimpers are shipped with oil all over them. Thanks.

Hello all, a friend of mine gave me some Mobil 1 EP 5W-30. It was a 5 qt jug and a 1 qt bottle. Only issue is that the 1 qt bottle is High Mileage EP 5W-30 and the 5 qt jug is not high mileage. Will this make a difference? I personally don't think it would. Thanks.

Hello all, I did not know which section to put this in so if a moderator wishes to move it, I understand. I am having an issue under my kitchen sink, if you look at the pipe in the picture I posted, I gather that is old plumbers putty(the brown junk)? Any rate, the drain is not leaking, but I...

I didn't know which section to put this in so this section seemed most appropriate. We have a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe. I ran out of nylon drain plug gaskets. They are 14mm. My question is, will the Honda aluminum 14mm drain plug gaskets work? I would think they would, but I am just asking. You...

I recently got a 1/4" Craftsman ratchet that has an oil port. It looks like a ball bearing that you can put oil through. My question is, when did Craftsman last do that? I cannot find any information on this ratchet. I believe it is from the 60s. Thanks

Hello all. I recently got these ratchets from the clearance aisle at my local Walmart. They were only $12 for the entire set. They appear to be about the same quality as the Harbor Freight Pittsburgh ratchets, heck they might be the same maker with a different logo stamped on them...

Hello, I cannot find anything to say that Valvoline Maxlife Full Synthetic ATF is suitable in applications where Dexron HP is used. I suspect it could be as when I go to Amsoil website they tell you to use their Signature Series ATF. From everything I have read is that the big difference...

Bought some Fram CH10246 oil filters off of ebay and was wondering if they were fakes Here are some pics of the filter and box. thumbnail_20181011_213426 by Bob N, on Flickr thumbnail_20181011_213607 by Bob N, on Flickr thumbnail_20181011_213625 by Bob N, on Flickr thumbnail_20181011_213700...

I am buying a new GMC Canyon with the 3.6L engine. This engine has one of those canister type oil filters. The Fram CH10246 is widely available and I can get a 12 pack for $33 shipped to my house. My question is, are they good oil filters in the canister realm? Are most canister filters about...

I saw this at the Dollar Tree. I would like an honest opinion. I don't want people saying that they "feel" it isn't good. Emotions should be set aside. Thanks.

I have a 2013 Silverado and it has ticked upon startup in cold weather since I have pretty much owned it. I have tried, PP, Mobil 1, and even God's choice Amsoil SS. All the oils had that 10-15 second tick upon startup. I recently changed my oil using Mobil 1 5W-30 EP and the tick has been...

OK, I know people have talked about using motor oil as gun lube, but what about a CLP. Has anyone taken a gun that was really dirty from a day of shooting, used nothing but motor oil as the cleaner AND lubricant?