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As are the ones from Tekton and Summit and I am sure many others. I got the Summit blue 47oz made in USA for $41.
I just acquired a new 10 liter ultrasonic cleaner. That's a pair of Bing carbs from my BMW airhead that are going to get the honor of going swimming first. I think that I'm going with Simple Green for my cleaning solution unless someone has a better suggestion.
I bought this 28pc 1/4" drive socket set directly from Tekton, for $59 (free shipping, no tax). If you order the socket sets without a tray, it will cost you an additional $15. Size range is 4-15mm. Sockets are made in Taiwan. The plastic twist-lock rails and plastic tray are made in the USA. Compared to my much older Snap-on and Craftsman sockets, the Tektons have a deeper detent groove and will attach very solidly to a locking extension, whereas the older sockets will not.
I can't remember the last time I used a 5mm socket, if ever. But now I own 5 of them! Two new Tektons, 2 old Snap-ons, one old Craftsman. My Craftsman 1/4" drive deep sockets will be retired because they have no detent grooves.
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I can't remember the last time I used a 5mm socket, if ever. But now I own 5 of them! Two new Tektons, 2 old Snap-ons, one old Craftsman. My Craftsman 1/4" drive deep sockets will be retired because they have no detent grooves.
1/4 Inch Drive 6-Point Socket Set, 28-Piece | TEKTON | SHD90211
Includes: 4-15 mm (Metric) 6-point standard-length sockets. No skipped sizes. Comes with rail and tray storage. SHD90211.
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The upgraded version, Extreme Aircraft Simple Green has good reviews: https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Aircraft-Precision-Cleaner-13406/dp/B001VXU7OE/
Master Stages CLEAN2020 is supposed to be the best but I've never tried it: https://www.amazon.com/Master-CLEAN2020-1G-Ultrasonic-Immersion/dp/B012GQOBM8/
Make sure your concentrations aren't too strong either, it can pit the metal.
Scored these from e-bay while I was deployed, just started using them recently; "Blue Power" branded (Cornwell Taiwan import) flex-head ratcheting wrenches; they were almost new and ~ $220 I think, so ~ 50% off. Saw them before and really liked the look, quite useful and I have all the open end wrenches I'll even need anyway. Seem very well built, head is stiff enough to stay in place by itself. (I really wish they were 6pt though... Why 12pt on a ratcheting wrench? Ok I know some bolts need it but I'd guess 90% a 6 pointer would be better):
Received via Amazon yesterday (~22$) "Titan" (import) extra long 21mm non-marring lug socket. I like the length, so I can skip the extension. Super stiff heavy duty. Wish I bought this years ago: (Factory lug shown for comparison only. I always use breaker bar for this heavy truck. (Keep it stowed under rear seat in case of flat tire (Been burned one to many times with weak undersized factory wrenches). I also wrapped the "Shaft" with some clear skateboard grip tape, so after about one full turn with the breaker bar once I can spin it off with my hand. Also great for reinstalling, half the time tire is wet, **** assembly is ~ 100 LBs, I'm holding it in place with my knee, wearing gloves, so to be able to screw in the first 2 lugs with one hand helps)
Received via Amazon yesterday (~22$) "Titan" (import) extra long 21mm non-marring lug socket. I like the length, so I can skip the extension. Super stiff heavy duty. Wish I bought this years ago: (Factory lug shown for comparison only. I always use breaker bar for this heavy truck. (Keep it stowed under rear seat in case of flat tire (Been burned one to many times with weak undersized factory wrenches). I also wrapped the "Shaft" with some clear skateboard grip tape, so after about one full turn with the breaker bar once I can spin it off with my hand. Also great for reinstalling, half the time tire is wet, **** assembly is ~ 100 LBs, I'm holding it in place with my knee, wearing gloves, so to be able to screw in the first 2 lugs with one hand helps)
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I refuse to buy the exorbitantly expensive "spider" chain tensioners for my tractor and instead use tarp straps. They're inexpensive, readily available and last years (and years and years)
However, these will apparently allow me to build a trap of straps. I'm envisioning the Scooby-Doo villain caught in a web of rubber straps as he curses something like , "You meddling do-gooders!!!"
And yes, it's a typo, not a brand name
However, these will apparently allow me to build a trap of straps. I'm envisioning the Scooby-Doo villain caught in a web of rubber straps as he curses something like , "You meddling do-gooders!!!"
And yes, it's a typo, not a brand name
Anyone know what size lug nuts are on a late model Rubicon?
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19mm (3/4) should be the factory size.
If I remember correctly some were 22 as well.The JL's are M14/22mm
I just ran across this site. Don't know a thing about them but thought others might be interested in checking it out.
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Tool Kits - The Most Complete Tool Organization Program
Teng Tools has put together a number of turnkey tool kits. Everything from small portable tool kits to the huge Monster Mega Master with its 1,100 pieces – have been developed in collaboration with professional users from the automotive sector and other industries.
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My order was canceled. I tried for two, but was probably late for the party. I'd say price wise you killed it, nice score!!
Nice score? The only way to get them any cheaper is to knock the guy off the head in a dark alley and run off with them. Those 2 are worth $400.
Obsolete. Even when it wasn't, I didn't ever use it.
