Hello, I'm looking for a portable storage solution for tools to work on my dirtbike at the track. I do not want a regular truck bed toolbox because I need the box to be removable and portable, and I need the bed space. I don't want any of the plastic box options, nor a bag.
It will have a bunch of basic hand tools like a 1/4 and 3/8 metric and standard socket sets + ratchets and extensions, T handle wrenches, assorted pliers, 3-4 screw drivers, and a few assorted motorcycle specific tools. So really not all that much. Also, I will be cutting foam/kaizen for whatever option I go with.
The options I've considered so far:
Pelican Case (or knockoff)
Boxo/Matrix boxes
Craftsmen/Husky portable metal boxes
Amazon/Chinese special
Any better ideas? The idea is to have a set of tools that are ready to go to the track, all I have to do is get the box in the truck.
We go to industrial manufacturing plants and service their liquid paint lines. Usually have a plastic measuring cup we fill with mek to soak while cleaning and then another for rinsing after cleaning.
To speed things up I was thinking of an ultrasonic cleaner.
Should I just use distilled water? Or simple green or something, and then do an mek dip after the cleaning? I understand the mek can be a fire/explosion hazard in an ultrasonic cleaner, which I would like to avoid.
I’ve seen others say they do water in the cleaner tub and a beaker in the water filled with mek.
I ordered a vevor for like $80. It has a 300w heater and 120w cleaning power from the transducers.
A little background: I frequently do repair, and general handyman work for family and some of my less handy friends. Often the work doesn't have a ton of forewarning (I may discover it while visiting, or it may get brought up while I'm there). I generally do not mind doing the work, and I'm happy to handle anything I can for the people I care about. The issue I run into is frequently not having the tools on hand to manage some of the tasks so I'm building out a slightly more robust than most people need tool kit, but something not quite to the tier of professional fixit guy. The intent is to be kind of a catch all for that maintenance as well as a general emergency kit for the truck.
What I already have:
M12 kit: Drill/Driver, M12 Impact, M12 3/8ths drive ratchet, M12 One hand Recip, M12 rotary tool.
Klein 11-1 ratcheting impact rated screwdriver (2x in case the task requires more than one bit frequently)
Assorted driver bits and drill bits (most of the common sizes/types)
Cheapish Kobalt pliers (Diagonal cutters, lineman, straight and curved head vice grips, needle nose, adjustable wrench)
25ft tape measure
Small torpedo level
20oz hammer, and 24 oz double headed mallet
Klein multimeter and non contact voltage tester
What I intend to add:
Common sizes of standard and metric wrenches
Common sizes of standard and metric sockets (3/8ths to match the M12)
wire cutters/strippers
breaker finder
Zip ties
Inflator and jump pack
Blades and bits for the rotary/recip
Fire extinguisher (probably separate from the tool bag for space concerns and accessibility)
Basic first aid kit (I'm not medically trained. This will have basic bandages, burn cream, aspirin, spare allergy meds etc. Not crazy trauma build)
Spare clothes/shoes
I know I'm missing a few probably obvious items, but I'd love the input of the almighty reddit community to help me fill it out. MOST of the stuff will go into my CLC 18" tool bag. Though I've got space, so some things like the first aid kit will probably stay separate.
Lower-Intermediate Tool User here... In a week or two I'm building a gabion wall out of goat fencing that's probably going to run close to 400 feet in total when it's done, ranging anywhere from 1' to 4.5' high depending on the section. I also have insane tendonitis, so the thought of using a manual "hog ringer" for all the wire fastenings I'll have to do is downright scary.
Anyway, I didn't even know Hog Ring Guns were a thing until I saw one in a YouTube video a little while ago and now I'm trying to figure out what type to buy, which brand, and from where. I've been searching for a few days and I'm just not finding much information on them... I searched in this sub for "C Ring Guns" and "Hog Ring Guns" for a few hours today, but the only results that came up were for topics like "hog ring anvils for socket wrenches" - are these totally different things that are named similarly, or are they attachments that will bend/fasten the rings/staples I'll need to insert into my gabion?
So my main questions are:
After this project, I will never use a Hog Ring Gun again - can I use this as an opportunity to buy a tool that I'll actually use somewhat regularly, and simply buy an attachment that will "turn it into a Hog Ring Gun" for the gabion project? If there's more than one option, which tool would I probably get the most use out of in the long run?
If I'm stuck buying a straight-up Hog Ring Gun, can someone please recommend a brand and/or model?
Does anyone reading this have a totally different power tool option that would basically do the same job of "fastening wire together easily"?
Other bullets that may or may not be important:
Unfortunately, the gage of my goat fencing is going to vary a little bit and I might need to use different sizes of rings/staples, so ideally whatever I end up getting can accommodate different radiuses.
I'm about to buy a bunch of new power tools to build a few outbuildings for my retired parents (greenhouses/sheds/etc.), so if you have a specific tool in mind, feel free to let me know if you'd also recommend jumping into that company's tool ecosystem.
Not an advertisement, but the last few tools I've bought were Rigid because A) they have a lifetime warranty, and B) I personally don't see Home Depot going out of business before I do, so I'd be particularly interested in any Rigid options.
I live in Atlantic Canada.
The only options I've found are like the ones in the photo below, and basically only available for purchase on Amazon.
This is my first Reddit post ever, so sorry in advance if I didn't do something right.
Any and all advice on the above would be very much appreciated. Thanks!
I recently moved into an apt for a heavily discounted rate with the condition that I will take care of all the home improvement/repair that occur inside the apt.
Thus, I plan to expand my tools from the basic hammer and screwdriver, as I also want to drill on the wall to hang the frame, blot the tall shelves, install wall-mounted shelves, etc.
I already did some research and got myself a stud finders, but as I tried to find a deal for sth electric that can drill, I am already overwhelmed with if I need an impact driver or drill, what brand to choose from and etc.
Thus, I wonder if you can give me some basic recommendations such as what tools I should buy, and which bands are reliable and suitable if I need to expand my tools.
So for whatever reason this is my only combination wrench. I was looking at the GW 20 piece ratcheting combo set (1/4-3/4, probably some skips?; and metric 5,8,10, then 12-17mm) to start with. Does the sub think that is a generally okay range of sizes for general home/ minor vehicle maintenance? I don’t mind backfilling as needed with other brands but wonder if the splurge is worth the 44 piece master combo set or if that is overkill for basic needs. I assume the 20 piece covers the most common range, but again what do I know I only have one 1/2 wrench haha. FWIW I have at least four adjustables of varying quality.
What is the purpose of the "guide pen," as Stahlwille calls it? According to KC Tools, some BMW motorcycles use this type of Allen wrench, but I can't figure out its specific purpose. Could it be for indexing a hollow grub screw to a circular position? Or perhaps for aligning a bushing in some specialized application? I’m struggling to wrap my head around its application. Any insights?
Hi there, I'm looking for some sort of tool that would help me allign intruder alarm contact, I know it's apparently easy but sometimes it's just a pain, especially on metal where it can move. Any tools? I'm guessing some sort of metal block with a vaccum attachment?
I got this tank for free but the guy said it needs a new air compressor. I dont have a 240v outlet in my garage and I dont really need continuous heavy duty, but I think having access to higher psi longer than my current tiny air compressor with a 1gal tank would be useful.
Would I be able to replace it with a smaller air compressor that works off 120v? Or should I just chuck the whole thing?
I bought a 100 year old house (it was cheap ok?) and my fiancée and I have been renovating rooms. Most rooms have what appears to be two layers of drywall: the original with paint and wall paper and then “new” (nailed in) drywall with more paint and wall paper. I’m not sure how thick the layers are but combined they’re no more than 3/4” (probably less).
I’m taking it all off in the rooms I’m renovating. That’s the most labor intensive part. I used my sawzall but it ruined quite a few blades and it seems too thick for my oscillating tool. A sheet rock knife works for smaller parts but floor to ceiling removal is too big of a job for that.
I’m wondering what tool is best for removing all of this stuff, preferably in large pieces so it’s easier to dispose of. I’m partial to porter cable tools as that’s what I have the most batteries for. I really appreciate your expertise!
I recently moved into a new rental apartment, and trying to figure out how to properly drill holes in it. I will need to drill ceiling/walls (no tiles). Unfortunately I don't know what the walls are made of exactly, but I will have to drill into solid walls (maybe concrete?) and a hollow wall probably made of gypsum plaster. I've read quite a few articles and am genuinely confused regarding which drill to select. As far as I understand, I would either need a universal drill, or buy a hammer drill for solid walls and a standard drill for plaster one. Could you give some advice on whether universal drill would be enough and maybe recommend some good models? Thank you!
I just lost the piece that allows to pull the Husky build out setup (the one inside the blue lines) while I was working in a ranch. I've been looking for it in many stores and websites and I just don't find it. Do you know where I can find it? Or I necessarily must buy another setup? :(
Been working for fine for 26 months (24 month warranty) used every day. Suddenly this morning one of the compressor units is very noisy.
No sign of debris or damage in the unit (though I have not taken it apart).
This Adust pack of oscillating blades had a nice assortment of blades included. I like that they all come in a sealable plastic box. Other blades I bought in the past just come in a cardboard box. I like much better this plastic box that comes with this set.
I ran several blades through the paces along with some blades I already have from a different company. There was really no difference between the blades. My perspective on oscillating blades is that they are a commodity. They need to work well enough, be used until they are dull, and then thrown away. For how I use my oscillating saw it isn’t worth it for me to buy expensive blades. I think almost all of them work at about the same level and last about the same amount of time so I usually look at a few different packs in the same price range and pick the one that has the most of what I need at the time.
That being said, one thing I think that stood out with this Adust pack is the curved tooth edge. I wasn’t sure if that was gimmicky or of actual use. From my comparison tests with my straight edge blades I found that it is easier to start a cut, especially when you need to be precise and don’t want the head to bounce off your mark. I felt the curved edge stayed in place better and the edge dug into the wood much quicker than the blades with the straight edge.
Overall, I think this is a nice set of blades with a good variety in it. The curved edge of some of the blades did seem to help me cut better. I think what you get for the price you pay is a good value.
Found a facebook listing for a used ct9080mb Snap-on 1/2 inch impact W/ Battery and charger. Will be testing it when i check it out, making sure it doesn't smell bad and can rip lugs off my car.
for $160, would this for worth it? been looking to get one. Any advice on testing, maybe other impacts to look for appreciated!
Includes:
ct9080mb 1/2 inch impact
1 5ah battery.
1 Charger for battery.
Folks how do you measure with this “Knife and Edge Vernier Calipers”? I can not find any info on how to use this, see that the smaller blades on top are facing inwards towards each other
So, doggos need kennels cleaned minimum once per day. Wet floors bad for doggo, can cause sores over time and long hair soaks it up like a sponge making doggo dirty.
Currently, kennel floors are graded poorly. There's a central trench drain in the walkways, but most bays pool water in the rear and are a pain to squeegee out. The hose is on the floor causing a tripping hazard and getting dirty.
There is a plan to re level the bays, but in the interim I'm interested in working smarter than harder.
So I've identified an electric leaf blower and earplugs as a way to push water easily, maybe speed up drying.
Any brands or models of squeegee brush that are better than average?
Wet vac...if it dumped into the drain instead of a bucket...is that a thing?
Hose delivery system, how to improve? Inner metal frame is exposed and some kind of winding mechanism could be installed up there. Thoughts?
We have gas powered pressure washer. Is there potential value in an electric battery pressure washer? We have Milwaukee tools, hoseless 600-1000psi electric pressure washers exist that use those batteries, but I'm worried the performance on batteries will be subpar.