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SELLC · SELLC

Recently had my old 1/4 Snap on ratchet loose some teeth after a few decades and I called into Snap On for a replacement. Without any issue or problems they offered to send me a rebuild kit free of charge, if I thought I could handle it - otherwise they would just send me an entire brand new ratchet. Thinkin...

SELLC · SELLC

Well, just laid down $500 so I don't have to bust my balls as hard to do these press in wheel bearings that keep coming in... Last time around I got the OTC slide hammer with attachments to pull the hubs out of the knuckles, but finally got a hub that is nearly impossible to jig in my 20 ton press. So what do I do...

SELLC · SELLC

Well I haven't had the need to own a mig welder since back in the 1990's. Back then I purchased a custom exhaust shop that came with a Miller Mig welder. I am not sure of the exact model number anymore, but it was a real heavy duty unit with the purpose of being used all day every day to fab up custom exhaust and...

SELLC · SELLC

In the market for a new floor jack... recently returned a 4 ton Daytona that I had impulse purchased when I seen this advertisement Now it would appear these are the exact same jacks! Apparently the Day...

SELLC · SELLC

I figured I would toss up an air ratchet thread for all to vote on. Thru the years I have owned many diffrent kinds of air ratchets, IR, Snap-On branded and Blue Point branded, CH and maybe a few others that were no-namers. Without doubt the Snap-On FAR72 3/8 Air ratchet is my favorite all time knuckle cru...

SELLC · SELLC

Well, after having such success with the Hub Grappler from OTC I have been looking into the OTC 6559 Master Ball Joint kit that is supposed to cover everything up until 2008 for both cars and trucks. My main concern with the kit however is IF it does the W126 and Mercedes Ball joints because as most people...

SELLC · SELLC

Having lived off a main road where the plow trucks routinely plow you into your freshly cleaned driveway (in my case two driveways) and having literally worn out three snowblowers since my time here I decided this year to spend on a nicer one. Picked up the Husqvarna ST 224 with dual action auger to chop...

SELLC · SELLC

Well, seems I dodged a bullet by renting a Kubota U17 mini excavator for $211 and then some new pipes and fittings for $80. Just finished up and I am proud to say the $hitter is no longer full. [img]http://www.autotrend.us/photo/sewer1....

SELLC · SELLC

Well its getting into October here in Michigan which means that the beautiful autumn colors should be in full effect soon. One of the indicators is the low 30 degree weather that rolls in during the night. In Michigan we see temps dip into the sub zero's in November, December, January and sometimes Feb...

SELLC · SELLC

For the last few years we have had a real hard time with winters in the garage and traditionally we have used torpedo heaters, from kerosene which is about the worst, on to the natural gas units to at least keep up a minimal existence thru the winter... often times we would end up closing up for the most par...

SELLC · SELLC

C'mon PowerStroker! We want to see that new tool box! I am curious if it has a custom air-brushed mural of Obama on it! LOL!

Rastus · Rastus

Hello folks, Pictured above is a remarkable little tool, that you're going to love using, (or smashing against the wall) LOL ! This device is specifically meant for the use of synchronizing the throttle-positions, typically at idle speeds, of multiple carburetor, or multiple throttle-body equ...

SELLC · SELLC

I knew President Trump had good taste! His decision to visit a Snap-On factory to promote "Buy American" only further proves he not only has good taste in tools, but that he is serious about promoting US business! http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/04/17/trumps-snap-on-visit-will-t...

PowerStroker · PowerStroker

PowerStroker's socket set: Scrot was telling me my tools were impressive. Hey Rex, why don't you whip yours out and show us to compare?

SELLC · SELLC

I figured I would have to do a thread about Craftsman tools given the fact that everyone has at least a few of them. Craftsman tools was a "Sears" exclusive back in the days and offered low priced, generally quality tools with lifetime guarantees. Back in the day exchanging a Craftsman tool...

SELLC · SELLC

Edit - Since the time of this posting K Tool has since taken care of my warranty issues. I have left the thread mostly in tact so people can understand the difficulties I faced, which made my warranty efforts seem impossible at the time. I'm here to say that if you need warranty issues resolved with K Tool...

SELLC · SELLC

How can you tell if your a mechanic? 1) Look at your thumbs, is there perma grease? 2) Wash your hands and take a 20 minute shower. Is that grease still there? 3) Take a soap stone and rub 5 layers off skin off your thumb, did you notice increased feeling in your thumb that was not there before? If you answere...

SELLC · SELLC

One place that seems to be getting a lot of business from me is Harbor Freight. Its very hard to pass up their deal on 90 degree die grinders for $9.99, and they even have a lot of torque! Things like picks, NOID lights, and other specialty tools that might be used a hand full of times a year are actually nice...

SELLC · SELLC

This $9000 bad boy right here is what I consider to be the "Cat's ass" when it comes to diagnostic equipment. The first fully-integrated handheld diagnostic tool with customer/vehicle reco...

SELLC · SELLC

Well over the years I have worn out many impact guns. I have had Matco, MAC, Snap-On, and IR. Of all of them, by far the most durable and reliable has been my Ingersoll Rand. Seems many of the others required frequent service to keep up, while the IR has always been a proven performer. Outside of about 10 se...

Administrator · Administrator

Well here is a fine example of why we dont have to worry about countries like China and Korea taking over the world. What we have here in this photo below is a brand new China made ball joint press that I figured would at least make it thru one ball joint job. I purchased it because someone walked off with my O...

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	Snap On has one of the best tool warranty programs in the business! Thank you! (Preview) Recently had my old 1/4 Snap on ratchet loose some teeth after a few decades and I called into Snap On for a replacement. Without any issue or problems they offered to send me a rebuild kit free of charge, if I thought I could handle it - otherwise they would just send me an entire brand new ratchet. Thinkin...	SELLC	5	62	07:32 PM Oct 7, 2018 by Rastus
	Got a new toy! OTC 6575 Hub Grappler (Preview) Well, just laid down $500 so I don't have to bust my balls as hard to do these press in wheel bearings that keep coming in... Last time around I got the OTC slide hammer with attachments to pull the hubs out of the knuckles, but finally got a hub that is nearly impossible to jig in my 20 ton press. So what do I do...	SELLC	14	967	02:59 PM Oct 7, 2018 by SELLC
	Best Mig Welder for the money? (Preview) Well I haven't had the need to own a mig welder since back in the 1990's. Back then I purchased a custom exhaust shop that came with a Miller Mig welder. I am not sure of the exact model number anymore, but it was a real heavy duty unit with the purpose of being used all day every day to fab up custom exhaust and...	SELLC	21	14061	01:42 PM Oct 7, 2018 by Shawnee_B
	Harbor Freight Daytona vs. SnapOn 3 ton automotive floor jack (Preview) In the market for a new floor jack... recently returned a 4 ton Daytona that I had impulse purchased when I seen this advertisement Now it would appear these are the exact same jacks! Apparently the Day...	SELLC	3	152	08:36 PM Jul 12, 2018 by Rastus
	Air Ratchets (Preview) I figured I would toss up an air ratchet thread for all to vote on. Thru the years I have owned many diffrent kinds of air ratchets, IR, Snap-On branded and Blue Point branded, CH and maybe a few others that were no-namers. Without doubt the Snap-On FAR72 3/8 Air ratchet is my favorite all time knuckle cru...	SELLC	11	3139	09:51 PM May 24, 2018 by Shawnee_B
	Been mulling an OTC 6559 Master Ball Joint kit.. (Preview) Well, after having such success with the Hub Grappler from OTC I have been looking into the OTC 6559 Master Ball Joint kit that is supposed to cover everything up until 2008 for both cars and trucks. My main concern with the kit however is IF it does the W126 and Mercedes Ball joints because as most people...	SELLC	8	655	10:33 PM May 22, 2018 by SELLC
	Husqvarna ST 224 Snowblower (Preview) Having lived off a main road where the plow trucks routinely plow you into your freshly cleaned driveway (in my case two driveways) and having literally worn out three snowblowers since my time here I decided this year to spend on a nicer one. Picked up the Husqvarna ST 224 with dual action auger to chop...	SELLC	2	504	06:14 PM May 22, 2018 by Shawnee_B
	Kubota U17 Mini Excavator - Rent at Home Depot (Preview) Well, seems I dodged a bullet by renting a Kubota U17 mini excavator for $211 and then some new pipes and fittings for $80. Just finished up and I am proud to say the $hitter is no longer full. [img]http://www.autotrend.us/photo/sewer1....	SELLC	2	479	08:26 PM Dec 30, 2017 by SELLC
	Getting COLD - Dipping into the 30's - NortherTool Centruty Whistler 110,000 BTU Wood burning stove? (Preview) Well its getting into October here in Michigan which means that the beautiful autumn colors should be in full effect soon. One of the indicators is the low 30 degree weather that rolls in during the night. In Michigan we see temps dip into the sub zero's in November, December, January and sometimes Feb...	SELLC	2	3804	03:59 AM Dec 14, 2017 by SELLC
	Mr. Heater 80,000 BTU Garage Heater LP / Natural Gas (Preview) For the last few years we have had a real hard time with winters in the garage and traditionally we have used torpedo heaters, from kerosene which is about the worst, on to the natural gas units to at least keep up a minimal existence thru the winter... often times we would end up closing up for the most par...	SELLC	0	352	03:49 AM Dec 14, 2017 by SELLC
	WE WANT TO SEE THAT NEW TOOL BOX! (Preview) C'mon PowerStroker! We want to see that new tool box! I am curious if it has a custom air-brushed mural of Obama on it! LOL!	SELLC	25	1448	11:00 AM Nov 3, 2017 by PowerStroker
	Motion-Pro Carburetor Tuner... (Preview) Hello folks, Pictured above is a remarkable little tool, that you're going to love using, (or smashing against the wall) LOL ! This device is specifically meant for the use of synchronizing the throttle-positions, typically at idle speeds, of multiple carburetor, or multiple throttle-body equ...	Rastus	1	667	03:31 AM Apr 24, 2017 by cracken
	President Trump visits Snap-On factory to promote buy American! (Preview) I knew President Trump had good taste! His decision to visit a Snap-On factory to promote "Buy American" only further proves he not only has good taste in tools, but that he is serious about promoting US business! http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/04/17/trumps-snap-on-visit-will-t...	SELLC	0	553	10:55 PM Apr 17, 2017 by SELLC
	I'll show you mine if you show me yours... (Preview) PowerStroker's socket set: Scrot was telling me my tools were impressive. Hey Rex, why don't you whip yours out and show us to compare?	PowerStroker	42	3709	04:38 PM Apr 5, 2017 by PowerStroker
	CRAFTSMAN TOOLS now owned by K-MART (Preview) I figured I would have to do a thread about Craftsman tools given the fact that everyone has at least a few of them. Craftsman tools was a "Sears" exclusive back in the days and offered low priced, generally quality tools with lifetime guarantees. Back in the day exchanging a Craftsman tool...	SELLC	13	6101	07:39 PM Oct 22, 2014 by Rastus
	HOW TO WARRANTY K TOOL / PTE / Preferred Tool (Preview) Edit - Since the time of this posting K Tool has since taken care of my warranty issues. I have left the thread mostly in tact so people can understand the difficulties I faced, which made my warranty efforts seem impossible at the time. I'm here to say that if you need warranty issues resolved with K Tool...	SELLC	3	2549	10:20 AM Oct 16, 2014 by SELLC
	Are you a Mechanic? (Preview) How can you tell if your a mechanic? 1) Look at your thumbs, is there perma grease? 2) Wash your hands and take a 20 minute shower. Is that grease still there? 3) Take a soap stone and rub 5 layers off skin off your thumb, did you notice increased feeling in your thumb that was not there before? If you answere...	SELLC	17	4119	03:45 PM Jul 7, 2010 by SELLC
	HARBOR FREIGHT - Cheep China made tools (Preview) One place that seems to be getting a lot of business from me is Harbor Freight. Its very hard to pass up their deal on 90 degree die grinders for $9.99, and they even have a lot of torque! Things like picks, NOID lights, and other specialty tools that might be used a hand full of times a year are actually nice...	SELLC	3	6946	03:56 AM Jun 20, 2010 by SELLC
	Snap-On VERUS Platform - KING OF THE SCAN TOOLS! (Preview) This $9000 bad boy right here is what I consider to be the "Cat's ass" when it comes to diagnostic equipment. The first fully-integrated handheld diagnostic tool with customer/vehicle reco...	SELLC	17	18831	06:22 AM Mar 2, 2010 by SELLC
	Impact Guns (Preview) Well over the years I have worn out many impact guns. I have had Matco, MAC, Snap-On, and IR. Of all of them, by far the most durable and reliable has been my Ingersoll Rand. Seems many of the others required frequent service to keep up, while the IR has always been a proven performer. Outside of about 10 se...	SELLC	2	3181	11:24 PM Oct 2, 2009 by PowerStroker
	CRAP ASS CHINA STEEL! (Preview) Well here is a fine example of why we dont have to worry about countries like China and Korea taking over the world. What we have here in this photo below is a brand new China made ball joint press that I figured would at least make it thru one ball joint job. I purchased it because someone walked off with my O...	Administrator	5	4263	10:58 PM Aug 11, 2008 by stoma
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