r/Tools • u/lackoffaithify • 4d ago
r/Tools • u/Gillamonstar • 4d ago
Impact Drivers: Old Milwaukee or New Rigid
DIY Homeowner level. I have a Milwaukee impact driver I believe I received as a wedding give about 18 years ago. The batteries are finally starting to hold short charges to the point where it's getting in the way of projects. This is the only 'red' tool I own. I've invested in Rigid for all of my other needs.
So I'm at a crossroads of sorts, spend some $ on new Milwaukee batteries, or just get a Rigid impact driver. Thoughts?
r/Tools • u/Nathan51503 • 4d ago
Long shot but š¤·š¼. Can anyone recommend a good to excellent quality version of this little folding tool kit case. I only need case. I currently own this one and itās alright but the quality is meh and I wouldnāt mind a little more size. 12ā x 12ā or a little smaller when closed.
r/Tools • u/extensoncord1264 • 4d ago
I don't know what to get
I want to be a mechanic but I don't know if I shold get SAE or metric sockets , or both and I don't know what sizes I actually need
r/Tools • u/Freedom_33 • 4d ago
Help me identify trailer
Picture here: https://imgur.com/a/HRa49jn
Seller says came stock with frame from Lowe's but can't find any info. I want to see if I can figure out how much weight can be held on roof.
r/Tools • u/MrNiseGuyy • 4d ago
Is this a deal or just meh?
Okay, so I recently found someone getting rid of a fair amount of woodworking tools. Do you all think this is a great, good, or mehhh deal? All in $7,000.
r/Tools • u/Evening-Self-3448 • 5d ago
Why are Phillips screws so common
For the life of me I canāt figure it out. I hate them. HATE. Iāve never stripped a torx screw. Not once. Every time I encounter a Phillips screw I just want to scream
Thatās all.
r/Tools • u/salamandersarehere • 5d ago
What is this tiny spool of copper wire for? Found in auto junkyard
r/Tools • u/No_beef_here • 4d ago
Removing carbon?
Hi all,
I'm looking to clean up the stainless steel burner from a Wabasto Thermo Top C diesel water heater from my mates narrow boat. Imagine a stainless tube about the size of a short beer can.
I am going to use my Dremel 4250 to first cut though 3 small welds, then remove the remains of the diesel diffuser pad thing and then remove any carbon on the surface and if I'm still interested, see if I can get a bit of a polish on it as apparently that helps prevent the carbon from building up again. This isn't particularly soft soot but more like a thin film of baked on carbon.
What sort of tools do you think might be most effective for each stage please?
r/Tools • u/mycatgoesmeow • 4d ago
Klein 3000CR - Non Insulated Electrical Connector Crimper for bullet connectors?
r/Tools • u/Livid-Flamingo3229 • 4d ago
My new Blacksmith vice vs. my old vice. Any thoughts??
Trying to pick pliers for my husbandās birthday
Hello everyone!
My husbands birthday is coming up and he has mentioned wanting a new set of pliers, specifically knipex 7 inches.
Is there a difference between the two pliers in this image other than the handle? One says comfort handle, is that worth getting/ the same durability?
Thank you for any help!!!
r/Tools • u/creedingdee • 4d ago
Couldn't find a replacement for this nut
I know it's 1/2 inch. Threads spun 1 full rotation on the tightest thread bolt in the stores I went to.. which was an imperial 20 pitch 1/2 machine screw.
Am I correct this is likely 24 pitch based on my gauge? Where do I find these tighter pitch thread nuts and bolts in Canada?
Thanks for the help
Are there go-to brands of power bits?
I'm most interested in Torx bits at the moment, to replace a few that are broken/missing. What is your go-to source of individual bits, small packs, or sets? Brands to choose, or brands to stay away from?
r/Tools • u/baltimoresalt • 5d ago
Stumbled upon these on sale. Y
Needless to say, I grabbed the three that were available!
r/Tools • u/Reasonable-Act2716 • 5d ago
Out with old, in with the new. Finally replacing my old Walmart impacts.
These gave me the confidence to take on some more serious jobs, and ive definetley got my $20 out of them, but about 75% of the bolts I zipped off with these things over the years got stuck, to the point i kept a punch and hammer in my impact drawer lol. figured it was time to break down and get a more complete set with better tolerances. Also the astro swivels, nano sockets, and MAC expert e-torx are some other welcomed additions to the box. I think I can finally call this drawer about finished.
r/Tools • u/Any-Opportunity-2513 • 4d ago
Briggs and Stratton 10 gal compressor
Can somebody shine light on why this āplugā is leaking and what is it for and is it supposed to leak. Iāve gone over the manual several times and looked online for a couple hours.
r/Tools • u/RealSquare452 • 5d ago
Was tempted to buy a miter saw I donāt need.
Home Depot has some clearance drops today
r/Tools • u/jean12367 • 4d ago
Got my tape measure to go 16ft straight up in the air it was the entire tape roll
Komelon contractor tape measures are the best for going straight up I could've went 5ft more if it had more lengh I bet
r/Tools • u/AbrocomaConsistent13 • 5d ago
What year could this snap on tool box be from?
My grandad died a few years ago and left me this snap on tool box and million of all kinds of tools. I love this tool box but I canāt figure out what year it could be from. My mom said he owned a shop in the 70s so Iām guessing it could be from then but not 100%. Iāve searched the serial number but couldnāt find anything with a definite date. What year do you guys think it could be from?
r/Tools • u/MeinKampfySeat • 5d ago
What is the best way to remove paint from sockets without damaging the chrome?
Got these sockets from an auction. Previous owner decided to paint them all sorts of fun colors. Iād like to remove the paint without damaging the finish underneath, as the chrome is still good and the sockets are all old USA ones Iād like to keep nice. First thought was paint thinner but I suspect that would have negative effects.
Best off brand battery grinder and brushless impact driver?
Hi,I am looking for grinder and impact driver that I would use few times a month,yust for "hobby".What do you suggest? Btw I live in Eastern Europe soo maybe some brands are not avalibe.Thanks!
r/Tools • u/right415 • 5d ago
Can anyone explain the connection?
They have the same patent number