New tool thread

[Trav]

Originally Posted by Astro14
Originally Posted by R1jake
Just picked up a couple new makita tools, first the brushless reciprocating saw the xrj05 and then the brushless impact XWT08Z which is the big dog. Both amazing tools. The impact wrench is unbelievably powerful to the point it either breaks or removes everything.


I've got several of the 18v LXT tools, including drill, driver, oscillating multi-tool, reciprocating saw, string trimmer, leaf blower, and yep, an impact.

I got the XWT14Z. A really impressive tool. Smaller than my 1/2" drill. Very compact. A ton of power. Runs all day on one battery.

Makita makes really great cordless tools.


The XWT14Z is a great little gun and my go too for most things, no larger than the 1/4" model when you attach a square drive adapter and only 4lb with battery, you can use it all day. The tapered pin instead of a ring is an improvement I would like to see on more small impacts.

 

[Trav]

Sorry I just looked at mine it not the 14 but the XWT11Z

 

[Snagglefoot]

Here is my new tap extension tool from Amazon. It's 10 inches long and is good for cleaning threads if you find you spin a bolt while tightening up an oil pan. At only 85-100 inch pounds required sometimes you can clean the threads and do a poor boy cut to get then to hold that small amount of torque. It can ratchet in both directions and has a T bar. Less than 20 bucks from Amazon.

 

[demarpaint]

I bought this on Amazon to complete a tool set for AC repair.
"Wisepick R1234yf Compressor Oil Dye Injector with Snap Quick Coupler R-134a System 1/4" SAE Scale Refillable Line 2 OZ Hand Turn Screw." I have vehicles using R12, R134, and r1234yf. So it will be a good tool to have.

 

[NYEngineer]

While doing some work at my family's generator shop, I noticed this really trick Snap On 1/2" drive, short, flex ratchet in my brother's office. I asked how much it was. He replied 180 bucks. I went WOW! A week or so later I needed exactly that tool to remove the drivers seat from my dad's Tahoe in order to replace the Cushion. Worked mint. When Monday rolled around, I jumped on the truck and got my own.

 

[demarpaint]

I got a good deal on these: Williams MWS-12RCF 12-Piece Metric Reversible Flex Head Ratcheting Combination Wrench Set.

 

[Astro14]

Those are beautiful. I've got a standard set of Williams ratcheting combo wrenches. 1/4" to 1". They're very nicely made.

 

[demarpaint]

Originally Posted by Astro14
Those are beautiful. I've got a standard set of Williams ratcheting combo wrenches. 1/4" to 1". They're very nicely made.

Thanks. They're very nice, a bit on the thick side though. I bought the combo version with the fixed head as well. Well worth the money.

 

[Quattro Pete]

Does a knife qualify as a tool?

If so, I got this Morakniv 8.1" blade multi-purpose knife, primarily to take on camping trips because it comes with a sheath.

 

[JHZR2]

$249 got me four 5.0Ah batteries, a dual port charger, a carrying bag, and a 36V rear handle circular saw. All brand new. Makita deal goes through the end of the month or until supplies run out... I think.

 

[Astro14]

That’s a sweet saw, and an even sweeter deal!

 

[Trav]

Very sweet deal! The batteries and charger cost more than that.

 

[JHZR2]

While doing some work at my family's generator shop, I noticed this really trick Snap On 1/2" drive, short, flex ratchet in my brother's office. I asked how much it was. He replied 180 bucks. I went WOW! A week or so later I needed exactly that tool to remove the drivers seat from my dad's Tahoe in order to replace the Cushion. Worked mint. When Monday rolled around, I jumped on the truck and got my own.

What makes it special and $180? The fact that it is a stubby with a flex head?

 

[Trav]

These are kind of scarce in high end tools. I am guessing that is what is driving the premium price.

 

[Bill_W]

This thing works great.

 

[NYEngineer]

What makes it special and $180? The fact that it is a stubby with a flex head?

I guess so . I didnt have anything like it so I grabbed it . Turns out, I like it a lot .

 

[Trav]

Nice piece of kit, the price is the price. If you like it good enough it certainly is the best quality.
If I posted what I paid for Klann spring compressors years ago people would think I took up smoking crack for a hobby.

 

[JHZR2]

I guess so . I didnt have anything like it so I grabbed it . Turns out, I like it a lot .

I have a craftsman that is almost that same thing. US made and all - granted it is a Craftsman...

Thus my curiosity on the price and uniqueness.

It sure looks like a nice item!

 

[MattPersman]

That’s just the price of a professional ratchet that’s made for a lifetime of use daily with truck to your shop service for life

 

[Malo83]

My tool pouch.