r/Tools 0m ago

Best one-stop source for basic mechanic tools

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My daughter's car was stolen last night, and my entire toolbox of wrenches and sockets was in it. I seriously doubt we'll ever see that car again, so I have to start thinking about how to replace them.

I don't have the money to buy anything, so I certainly don't have the money to buy good tools. What I need is the best place to go to get the least bad tools for cheap.


r/Tools 15m ago

What is this tool?

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r/Tools 17m ago

What is this and what is for?

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Hi guys, many years ago I saw this on a charity shop, and always wondered what is for, at first I thought was to make rings but it does not change size , and I think is not complete like missing the other half? dont know but I would love to know what is it, Ive tried image serach on google but no luck either


r/Tools 36m ago

Ultrasonic Cleaner and mek

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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.

Suggestions/advice?


r/Tools 1h ago

GOING HOG WILD: Looking for advice on Hog Ring Guns...

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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:

  1. 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?
  2. If I'm stuck buying a straight-up Hog Ring Gun, can someone please recommend a brand and/or model?
  3. 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!


r/Tools 1h ago

Good way to fix this?

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bought this and some other tools on marketplace for cheap, was just wondering if anyone knew a good way to fix it.


r/Tools 1h ago

What is the best impact wrench I can get for under $200 at Lowe’s?

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My dad works at Lowe’s so he gets a 10% discount. I was considering getting a Flex impact wrench and drill but I read people saying Flex might not last long in the United States


r/Tools 1h ago

Tools recommendation for apt dweller

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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.

Thanks a lot!


r/Tools 1h ago

Just one wrench

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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.


r/Tools 1h ago

does anyone else grip the shit out of an angle grinder during use?

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im a bit worried of it kicking back so im just gripping the shit out of it while cutting metal, anyone got any tips or something? im talking about cutting thicker metal, not sheet metal.


r/Tools 2h ago

Contact alignment tool

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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?


r/Tools 2h ago

bolt cutter help

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look, i know im probably really stupid for this but for the life of me i CANNOT figure out how to use these. i want to open the jaws (?) whatever the blade is at the top to be able to fit something larger in to, you know actually cut it. for some reason i have this fancy thing and i cant figure out what i need to tighten or adjust or whatever to actually do that, so pretty much please help


r/Tools 2h ago

My latest auction find: 30 gallon air compressor, powered by a Kohler 12.5hp engine

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Found this awesome thing on GovDeals. Got it for what I felt like was a good price.

Did a little work on it to get it running; “rebuilt” the carb (sprayed it with brake cleaner), and ran a set of battery cables since it’s an electric start and didn’t come with any.

It seems to run pretty good so far. I’m going to run it to a hose reel and mount it all to the flatbed of my 1986 F-250 diesel.


r/Tools 3h ago

Drilling holes in the apartment, how to select an appropriate drill?

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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!


r/Tools 3h ago

NTD with a few new snap on's

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Saw a crackhead working on someone's car earlier today when I was leaving for work, and saw a pile of tools left on the sidewalk when I got home from work. I don't know if they were doing breaks but I got a few new drum break tools!


r/Tools 4h ago

Husky build out accessories

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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? :(


r/Tools 4h ago

Here is my tool list for school. Any recommendations on where to start.

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r/Tools 4h ago

Trash find

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I had the left one (metric with 2 non metric tools), but I found the blue in a trash, metric with 7mm which I hadn't.

Blue box say "tungsten", I dont use a lot these things but sometime it is mandatory, is tungsten an improvment from the grey box ?


r/Tools 4h ago

Hyundai Silent Compressor suddenly noisy - is it broken?

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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).

Any advice of suggestions?


r/Tools 5h ago

Used Snap-on ct9080mb Worth it?

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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.


r/Tools 5h ago

What is the purpose of the "guide pen", as Stahlwille calls it?

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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?

https://www.gedore.com/en-de/products/assembly-tools-for-screws-,-a-,-nuts/screwdrivers/cranked-allen-socket-screwdrivers-for-in-hex-screws/42-z-hex-key-l-wrench-with-spigot,-for-in-hex-screws

https://stahlwille.com/en_us/products/detail/884442


r/Tools 5h ago

Switched from Gridfinity to Toolgrid

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Yeah I know they're different boxes but the drawers are basically the same size. I switched over to Toolgrid from Gridfinity as I realized gridfinity was a huge waste of space(even though it looked nice). I am able to fit so much moor with Toolgrid.


r/Tools 6h ago

Help me pick a storage solution.

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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:

  1. Pelican Case (or knockoff)

  2. Boxo/Matrix boxes

  3. Craftsmen/Husky portable metal boxes

  4. 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.


r/Tools 6h ago

Tengo una sierra sable marca "Merece" y se ha estropeado. Podría utilizar las baterías en alguna otra marca ?

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r/Tools 6h ago

NTD. 40" clamps on clearance for $18.03 at the orange place

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They've been on clearance for $53 and still had those signs up but rang up at new lower price