Bought a Knipex angled-head 200mm compact bolt cutter at Amazon Global Store for a grand total of $63.44. The 3 pivot joints have no discernible play or wobble, yet operate easily and smoothly. Definitely a precision fit. I tested it on a nail in my old wood fence, and it cuts about 1.5mm shy of being flush.
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JHZR2
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Needed a long 1/4 extension. Proto is my favorite because of the knurling at the right place. Got a steal on two shorter ones too.
Also some magical MB sunroof sliding grease. Enough for a few lifetimes for my fleet.
Where did you get the Gleitpaste?
JHZR2
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An eBay parts distributor.
I would’ve sold my new set to you if I knew you were looking for one.
Gear Wrench tap extension set. Need to tap an exhaust flange in the car and no room to turn he tap wrench up there. With 15 inches of extensions it should be easy.
Money well spent.
Does that funnel have a lid for the top?
Thanks for the info !
Since I now have a small selection of SnapOn swivel sockets in 3/8 drive I felt the need to get something more compact than my aging 2754.
The 2854-21 kit is on clearance at at least some HD's for $125.00. Comes with a 3.0 compact battery and slow charger (and tool bag).
Shown here 2754 (with boot) and new 2854. I know air is king for compact size but air hoses and I are like oil and water. I mostly use air for tire inflation and the plasma -- that's just me.
The 2854-21 kit is on clearance at at least some HD's for $125.00. Comes with a 3.0 compact battery and slow charger (and tool bag).
Shown here 2754 (with boot) and new 2854. I know air is king for compact size but air hoses and I are like oil and water. I mostly use air for tire inflation and the plasma -- that's just me.
So the bag that this was delivered in today was sliced open and the 10mm socket in it went to be with all the other lost 10mm sockets. I needed a 10mm because the Mishimoto clamps use that instead of 11mm like Ford uses. It's cheap and they already re-ordered one for me. I just had to laugh at the irony. I will probably hit up the SnapOn truck Friday to get a nice one for the toolbox and leave this one in the glovebox.
I just did rear drums on a '17 Taco and realized there are still tools I don't own -- specifically for the horseshoe clips.
So for opening them I got the Matco BRR1 and for closing the Mac BRP2 -- I kinda think one or both is just Lisle?
They were ebay obviously. The rust on the Mac was clearly disclosed in the auction but I was feeling cheap and they were ~$12. The joint is super smooth and the teeth are in great shape so any imperfections are strictly cosmetic. I may soak them a short time in vinegar or just try to buff with a woven abrasive.
Far right are Chicom fuel line disco pliers. They seem about as cheap as they look. I need to curb my ebay impulse purchasing on junk like that, but they might be useful just the same
So for opening them I got the Matco BRR1 and for closing the Mac BRP2 -- I kinda think one or both is just Lisle?
They were ebay obviously. The rust on the Mac was clearly disclosed in the auction but I was feeling cheap and they were ~$12. The joint is super smooth and the teeth are in great shape so any imperfections are strictly cosmetic. I may soak them a short time in vinegar or just try to buff with a woven abrasive.
Far right are Chicom fuel line disco pliers. They seem about as cheap as they look. I need to curb my ebay impulse purchasing on junk like that, but they might be useful just the same
I've had this Victorinox multi-tool for a couple of years now. I don't think I've ever owned a tool that I loved more.
I took the Amazon Prime free trial and grabbed this for under $30. I needed one and I like their hammers a lot.
ESTWING Dead Blow Hammer - 45 oz Mallet with No-Mar Polyurethane & Cushion Grip Handle - CCD45
ESTWING Dead Blow Hammer - 45 oz Mallet with No-Mar Polyurethane & Cushion Grip Handle - CCD45
Haha... I bought the Milwaukee 12v 90 degree drill mostly to power up my piston ring filer. Seems perfect for the job. Haven't tried it yet.
