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[D60]

^^^^I imagine those are too small for an RMS, I typically custom turn something once I have the seal in-hand. I make it a bit bigger than the OD of the seal so when it bottoms against the block you're virtually guaranteed it's square and not cocked at all. Of course if you're wanting to use the old trick of trying to set it deeper to escape a groove this won't work (in which case *I* would turn my plate with a feature accordingly)

You do have extra rubber plugs for the M5OD or know that yours are in good shape, yes? That's why these trannys dry out.....rotting and then MIA rubber plugs

 

[demarpaint]

^^^^I imagine those are too small for an RMS, I typically custom turn something once I have the seal in-hand. I make it a bit bigger than the OD of the seal so when it bottoms against the block you're virtually guaranteed it's square and not cocked at all. Of course if you're wanting to use the old trick of trying to set it deeper to escape a groove this won't work (in which case *I* would turn my plate with a feature accordingly)

You do have extra rubber plugs for the M5OD or know that yours are in good shape, yes? That's why these trannys dry out.....rotting and then MIA rubber plugs

Worst comes to worst I will use 4" PCV or a PCV cap to set it. I can use those tools to seat the front transmission seal instead of a socket. I have a gasket for under the top cover where those plugs reside. I did the rubber plugs a few years back. It might be good to have a new set on hand though. Thanks for reminding me.

 

[AZjeff]

Want to guess? Just picked these up last weekend. My things are guns and mountain bikes.

 

[D60]

I just added sealant yesterday so that one's easy. Actually need to mount a new Conti today on my Tarmac. I love tubeless but man the gravel chews 'em up....

The blue looks like maybe bottom bracket cup tool, but just guessing

 

[Astro14]

Want to guess? Just picked these up last weekend. My things are guns and mountain bikes.
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I know little about bikes, so the red thingy must be for them.

The blue one looks like a barrel nut wrench. Prettier than other versions I’ve seen.

 

[AutoMechanic]

Some new Tekton pliers. Two sets of 5 inch straight jaw vise grips. I have had really good luck with their vise grips but I absolutely hate the release lever though. I bought these from Tekton because I couldn’t find any other manufacturers of straight jaw 5 inch vise grips. So far the Tekton ones I have are great the jaws don’t flatten like their competitors. And then a 5 inch pair of “Channellock” style pliers. USA made too which is nice.

I really like the packaging the way it was done too. Very happy with Tekton. Only thing I’ve found to avoid from them is the hand impact driver but it’s not the worst out there.

 

[AZjeff]

The red tool is a valve stem remover for Schrader (automotive) and Presta (racing bike style) valves and the blue tool is to remove the front sprocket on Shimano brand direct mount chainrings (sprockets). The spline is the same as on bottom brackets, bearing sets for non-bike guys, so D60 was close.

Tekton is decent stuff.

 

[Astro14]

The red tool is a valve stem remover for Schrader (automotive) and Presta (racing bike style) valves and the blue tool is to remove the front sprocket on Shimano brand direct mount chainrings (sprockets). The spline is the same as on bottom brackets, bearing sets for non-bike guys, so D60 was close.

Tekton is decent stuff.

So, I was way off base... C'est la vie. Thanks for the explanation!

 

[greenjp]

Been changing out old outlets and switches at the early 70's house we're preparing to sell. Some strange things going on with the wiring in that joint. Replaced one outlet that had blown up, in the process of testing got a nice little mini explosion and messed up a multimeter probe. So I needed to replace that, and while I was at it wanted to get an outlet tester and a case. You know how that goes, and I ended up getting a Klein kit that included the tester, a non-contact tester, a new set of leads of course, and a new meter. My old meter was a random brand "Commercial Electric" I think. Nothing really wrong with it but it was a pretty low additional cost to just get everything as a kit.

 

[D60]

A few days ago HD had the M18 2981 grinder for $160 as their SBotD.

I've got several of the first gen Fuel 2781's but the 2981 is more powerful (they say)....and I'm a metal guy so I like grinders

New 2981

2981 second from right amid my old 2781's

 

[Sam_Julier]

This tool thread is rapidly filling my chest.

And lightening my wallet.

 

[AutoMechanic]

Milwaukee drill+driver kit. Brushless. I didn’t mind paying the extra $30 for the brushless and bigger battery. Got it at Rural King on sale for $179.99. I really need an upgrade my Porter Cable stuff that is 2017 vintage is just plain worn out after using it in an everyday environment. I’ll still continue to use them at home. And it will be nice to be able to have all my batteries use the same charger now too for work. The non brushless with the smaller batteries was $149.99. Hopefully these batteries will last longer than the first one I had that failed in 8 months. I might even slap my batteries from my 1/2 inch impact on here and see how powerful it can be LOL.

 

[D60]

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Milwaukee drill+driver kit. Brushless. I didn’t mind paying the extra $30 for the brushless and bigger battery. Got it at Rural King on sale for $179.99. I really need an upgrade my Porter Cable stuff that is 2017 vintage is just plain worn out after using it in an everyday environment. I’ll still continue to use them at home. And it will be nice to be able to have all my batteries use the same charger now too for work. The non brushless with the smaller batteries was $149.99. Hopefully these batteries will last longer than the first one I had that failed in 8 months. I might even slap my batteries from my 1/2 inch impact on here and see how powerful it can be LOL.

The compact brushless (ie non-Fuel) stuff is "good". I use a couple of those drills for lighter tasks like small wire brushes and c-sinks. For bigger tasks they lack the power.

If you have a Milwaukee batt that failed in 8 mos send it in for warranty. It's typically 2 years for compacts, 3 years for XC's based upon date of manufacture or your purchase receipt (the latter works to your benefit if you have it). They pay return shipping at milwaukeetool.com ----> eservice

 

[AutoMechanic]

The compact brushless (ie non-Fuel) stuff is "good". I use a couple of those drills for lighter tasks like small wire brushes and c-sinks. For bigger tasks they lack the power.

If you have a Milwaukee batt that failed in 8 mos send it in for warranty. It's typically 2 years for compacts, 3 years for XC's based upon date of manufacture or your purchase receipt (the latter works to your benefit if you have it). They pay return shipping at milwaukeetool.com ----> eservice

Yes I had the battery warrantied out at Home Depot. I didn’t mention that. I personally like this stuff I know this one can pull off wheels because I’ve used my coworkers to do so lol. As long as it can remove most bolts that’s what counts. I could not find the fuel stuff anywhere but would consider it though it would be a lot heavier with the larger battery.

 

[jhellwig]

I have one of these at work but it will snap small bolts, screws and bits like nothing. The impact drivers don't do that as bad.

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[AutoMechanic]

First ever Matco Wednesday at my shop. Orange magnetic pickup tool. Blue 3/8 medium sized ratchet. I love their locking flex head designs. Knipex 10 inch pliers wrench. Some “free” air tool oil. Guy forgot to ring it up I pointed it out he said well buddy that’s yours then since I made a mistake and you just spent a lot of money lol. Got some drill bits too which are much needed these are great I’ve used my coworkers many times. And a tire gauge because my Milton crapped out long ago. I prefer a analog tire gauges but this one was there, cheaper than Snap-on and orange so I said I’ll take it. Our dealer is a really nice guy and has a lot better stocked truck than our Snap-on guy. This is the guys second day in the franchise he was a tech for years. He promised me he would get pocket screwdrivers soon because you know I asked for them LOL. Our shops are so large that he dedicates Wednesday to us. Kinda celebrated with new tools today since I passed my state inspection test so I’m really happy. Which also gave me another raise.

 

[JeffKeryk]

Kinda celebrated with new tools today since I passed my state inspection test so I’m really happy. Which also gave me another raise.

Well done Blake. Congrts on your raise; well deserved I'm sure! I love to hear this stuff.
Years ago my boss gave me a raise and stock; I was pretty sure she had made a mistake. Ha!

 

[Sam_Julier]

Congratulations Blake. Well done.

 

[SubLGT]

....Our shops are so large that he dedicates Wednesday to us....

Are you working at a giant dealership? What brands are sold there?

 

[AutoMechanic]

Are you working at a giant dealership? What brands are sold there?

Yes. Subaru, Kia, Ford, Chevy, Mitsubishi, Toyota, Mopar. And we have three express lanes and several used car techs as well. And a truck shop for trucks We have techs for all the brands too.