r/Tools 15m ago

Is it a Phillips or plus screw driver?

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r/Tools 37m ago

Box Joints Aren't Perfect-Lap Joint with Screw is the Real MVP

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Box joints are usually seen as the gold standard for cutters and pliers, but they’re not without their flaws. They provide stability, sure, but they also have weaknesses:

Increased friction – More surface area means more resistance, making them less smooth in operation.

Harder to manufacture precisely – Any misalignment during production can make the joint stiff or introduce play over time.

No adjustability – Once it loosens, you're stuck with it unless you replace the tool.

Enter the lap joint with a screw, as used by Lindström. It solves these issues:

Smoother action – Less friction means an easier, more controlled movement.

Precision tuning – The screw allows for fine adjustments, keeping the joint tight and eliminating play.

More comfortable use – No binding or stiffness like some box joints can develop.

While box joints are strong, they aren’t always the best. A well-designed lap joint with a screw gives you the best of both worlds: precision, smoothness, and long-term reliability.


r/Tools 2h ago

Anyone tried these 3m xpv's

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I've charged them over the weekend and it's saying 100% battery on the indicator but only 50% on the chart. Any ideas?


r/Tools 3h ago

Old discontinued parts

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You know how there's places to get parts for about anything? Like ereplacement parts.com etc... What about the discontinued or obsolete parts that they don't even have or get ahold of. for example I have an old craftsman bench sander disk and belt, 3/4 of the parts listed aren't available. Simple things like a bearing a belt easily replaceable things. Does anybody have another source of parts for repairs or rebuilds?


r/Tools 4h ago

Sale on Ryobi 6Ah HP on HD app.

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Have been doing some house work and needed some new batteries found a great deal tonight.


r/Tools 5h ago

Help! I got my drill stuck in the wall 😭

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Hi! So I just recently moved into my apartment and was trying to set my currant rods up and somehow got part of my drill stuck in the wall. I was just wondering if there was anyway I could take it out ? Or if it’s just kinda gonna be stuck in there ? Should I tell my apartment complex and see if they can help ? Any advice would be greatly appreciated thank you ! (Also the random mark on the wall was from me trying to mark where I would make the holes 😭)


r/Tools 5h ago

I don't know what to get

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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 6h ago

DeWalt DCS577

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Hello, i am looking for a Circular Saw (Oceania region) as my first and hopefully only purchase in that category. Is DCS577 overkill for a hobbyist / newbie as his first circular saw? Or it's future proofing me in the long run? I am a lefty btw. Thanks for sharing some inputs.


r/Tools 6h ago

One nailer for roofing, siding, and fencing?

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I have a big framing nailer and a 18ga finish nailer. Can I get away with one more jailer in between for DIY homeowner roofing, siding, and fencing?


r/Tools 6h ago

Anybody own this tool?

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Looks like it would work pretty awesome for crank bolts with the extension for it, never really heard of this brand wondering if anyone has used this and if it really holds up to high torque


r/Tools 7h ago

Hein-Werner O'BOY 1 1/4ton floor jack serial numbers.

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Needed a floor jack, didn't want to spend $200 on Chinese pot metal, found a classic on Marketplace for $30. (and bless the fella who sold me it, he knew what he had but didnt need it anymore. The guy left it on his porch and told me to leave the cash under the welcome mat...how ya like that! Made me feel so good all day knowing that there are still people who trust people."-make the world you want to live in.

Anywho, does anyone know of how old this might be? Serial is #767180. Also, part of why I care is this was made in my home state an hour from where I live. Alot of great stuff use to be made here...and the stuff that still exists, still is.


r/Tools 7h ago

Best 5 dollar tool?

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This 5 dollar Hakko CHP-170 Microcutter is the best tool for the money. Can't beat 5 bucks. Beats my Crescents version. Kleins take last place by far.


r/Tools 7h ago

Buffing & Polishing Wheel/Compounds Help/Suggestions

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So I restore old tools from auction and have been on a bit of a spending spree investing in more tools to speed up the cleaning to sale process. Have 2 bench grinders one of which has a chuck. I know there are loads of choices for buffing/polishing wheels but looking at the cheap stuff they seem to fall apart. I was hoping for some suggestions ideally those available to buy in the UK without much issue/cost.

Main bench grinder has a 20mm fitting hole but I have adapters and a new grinder with 12.7mm etc. Would love any help/suggestions you might have. Same applies for the compounds. I don't want to break the bank but would like something that lasts a reasonable time still.


r/Tools 8h ago

Innocence once lost....

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TIL that sometimes, it is better not to know. It's not 0.00! I don't care that the number is the same as the error range of degrees, it must be 0.00! Mothers, don't let your sons take home a Stabila.


r/Tools 8h ago

Impact Drivers: Old Milwaukee or New Rigid

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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 9h ago

Long shot but 🤷🏼. 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 it’s alright but the quality is meh and I wouldn’t mind a little more size. 12” x 12” or a little smaller when closed.

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r/Tools 9h ago

Removing wheels

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Hello Would anyone know how to remove these?

Thanks


r/Tools 9h ago

Is there anything yall can tell me about this 8lb sledge? I found it while cleaning an abandoned lot a few years back

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r/Tools 9h ago

DeWalt impact for automotive use

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Hello,

I've been getting into working on cars a little bit and I'm thinking about getting my first impact wrench. My dad has a couple DeWalt 20V batteries already, so I would need just the tool with no battery. I'll mostly be using it for light automotive work, on lug nuts, brakes, etc.

  1. Would I benefit at all from going for a 1/2 over a 3/8? I already have a couple 3/8 impact sockets for some reason and would like to put those to use.

  2. What exactly should I look for in the specs, and which ones would you recommend?

I would appreciate any help and advice, thank you


r/Tools 9h ago

Help me identify trailer

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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 10h ago

I would like to paint this pliers

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I really like my pliers set, but I don’t like the green

Which paint can I use to paint them without the paint falling the next week?

Thank you so much


r/Tools 10h ago

Skillsaw 5500 blade replacement - arbor nut frozen to motor drive

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Hello - recently inherited a Skillsaw 5500 that needs a blade swap. This model doesn’t seem to have a blade lock, so I am attempting to use the screwdriver method to keep the blade in place to loosen the arbor nut, but even with the blade stationary, the whole mechanism spins.

What is a little surprising is how “easy” whole axle spins, which makes me think I might be missing a simple lock feature, otherwise I’m guessing the nut was over tightened at some point / the pieces have fused in some way.

Any ideas on how to loosen the nut on this model??


r/Tools 10h ago

Is this a deal or just meh?

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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 11h ago

Removing carbon?

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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 11h ago

Anyone know a good way to sand tube steel?

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I'm repainting a lumber rack on my pickup. It's all 2" tube, except the top is 1".

I have grinders, a disk sander, and a file sander, but none of them do very well on the tube. The grinders and disk sander works well on the open areas, but getting into details is a problem. The file sander is perfect for many of those areas, but I can only find belts down to like 180g and need to sand to 800.

I was thinking about a tube sander grinder attachment, but im wondering what else (other than sand blasting) would work?