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This is the input shaft seal installer for my dads Freightliner TRW steering box only works on certain models apparently. Can’t believe it was $50. Made by OEM apparently as well. Ordered from Freedom Racing.
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This is the input shaft seal installer for my dads Freightliner TRW steering box only works on certain models apparently. Can’t believe it was $50. Made by OEM apparently as well. Ordered from Freedom Racing.
Switched my unimpressive M18 Fuel impact for the newest generation M18 Fuel (and from 3/8 to 1/2 drive)
Flipped it on eBay with the included boot for ~$20 difference against the new one
Now my M12 Stubby has a friend
Snagged some M18 H.O batteries on a very good Home Depot sale
I also got a 3/8 Sunnex and 1/2 Tekton deep metric socket sets, so I can compare and contrast Taiwan's finest
...we don't skip sockets through the set in this household
Got an M12 Fuel die grinder on the way
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Cheap snap ring pliers have no idea on the name. Got them at Tractor Supply free because anything in the clearance bin that doesn’t have a price tag on it they give you free these were all together. They are probably going to break but oh well for free I’m not complaining one bit.
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I wanted another good 1/2" drive ratchet and decided to go with another Hazet tool. This is a Hazet 916HP from Amazon. I have the longer version of it, and decided a standard size would be nice too. I used it today and have to say it is a nice upgrade from my old US made Craftsman ratchets.
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I think anything is an upgrade from those Craftsman ones. Is that a rubber handle or is it more of a hard plastic?
It is a very hard rubber, almost like plastic if that makes sense.
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Yes it does. Was just wondering always looking for new ratchets to try out. So far I am liking my Capri one but want to get some more since most of mine aren’t too good. I like the grip handles as long as they don’t get sticky like the Snap-on and Matco ones that I have used and own do.
I don't think this will get sticky. I wanted a high quality 1/2" drive ratchet, and this looks like a winner.
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Agreed. My 1/2 Blue Hawk from Lowe’s is getting worn out so probably will be replacing it soon.
You can get replacements for that also, they are under $4
Good to know!
Just picked up (well delivered actually) a Tekton 3/8 metric set 6-24mm short and long. A Tekton 6 pliers set (USA made) a 9 piece extension set, and a 16 piece screwdriver set (USA) made. I also got a milwakee m12fuel impact driver charger and battery ( on sale at home depot for 99 bucks). Now to change my atf in the Kia. ( I will post pics of the later when I get home.
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New tools to me from the pawn shop lots of rare treasures in here for my collection Bonney, Craftsman, Herbrand, Proto, Steven T Walden, Duro-Indestro, Blackhawk, Fairmount, Vlchek, Popular Mechanics, Snap-on and a few others.
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Got a Motive Products power bleeder Ford adapter ( three tab) to fit the master cylinder on my 2005 Taurus. Fits perfectly and comes with a slightly larger O ring in case of leakage. This is for applying positive pressure to the master cylinder to power bleed it. It’s model 1107.
Its bad enough that Trav posts tools that make me drool. Now you are doing it too!
Looks like a great ratchet. I don't have and cushioned handle ratchets, but now i want some!
LOL. Trav's posts can do that. It really is a nice tool, they make a long handled version of it as well. I have both, they were well worth it. The grip is a plus.
3/8 inch drive impact nut and bolt remover set. Organized with overlapping SAE/ Metric sizes since the cutting surface is not exact. Maximum brand, Canadian Tire’s premium house brand. Lifetime warranty. $16 USD equivalent on sale.
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Pliers. The top two pairs were free from Tractor Supply since they were in the clearance bin without tags. So was the third pair which is branded Crescent and they won’t stay closed so I think they are broken. But for free I’ll take them.
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Stopped at the pawn shop again today. The regular guy wasn’t there so didn’t get as good of a deal but still not bad. Tons of SK and Craftsman in here. Including a busted one which I didn’t realize was busted till after but oh well also New Britain and James J Ryan and Western Auto and Blue Point as well. The bent wrench in the corner is a Blue Point for Ford belt tensioners it is the special tool. Some of these are going in the beetle because I will always carry tools in that thing lol.
