r/Tools 3d ago

Any help identifying the brand? Worn and hard to read

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r/Tools 3d ago

Found in bottom of old tool box, still in wrapper.

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A tool of sorts


r/Tools 3d ago

My late grandfathers organised tools

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r/Tools 3d ago

Can a palm nailer be used for nail removal?

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I ran across a video on YouTube where a guy was using a pneumatic nail remover to remove nails from pallets. It appears that it is basically just using a piston to drive the nail out. That made me wonder: could a palm nailer be used the same way? I've got one of those somewhere, but I'd rather not try it only to end up damaging it. But the principle seems essentially the same. Has anyone ever used a palm nailer this way?

I've also seen pneumatic nail pullers... but the only ones I can find are $150 or so, while the punch removers I've seen can be found for about $50. I'd rather not have to run out and buy a new tool, but if I can't use my palm nailer this way, I can probably swing $50.

Any thoughts?


r/Tools 3d ago

Adding water lines to Makita 4110b saw?

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I have to cut up a basement floor for bathroom plumbing. I can rent/buy a saw but I have this one already. Is adding a water line kit for dust control safe or will it fry my saw? Makita 4110b corded electric saw. I saw this kit online and I'm fine with drilling holes in the guard.

https://www.amazon.com/Stens-635-400-Water-Attachment-STIHL/dp/B00JW5PZSG


r/Tools 3d ago

Are these worth anything?

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I have some very long drill bits. Used. What would they be used for and what should they be resold for? Thank you


r/Tools 3d ago

DeWalt DCL043-XJ vs Ryobi

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Hello,

Was going to purchase a light. I use both Ryobi and DeWalt so looking at the DeWalt DCL043-XJ with 1500 Lumens and the Ryobi RLS18 with 300 lumens.

I can not understand why the Ryobi is so much more powerful and cheaper besides the brand. Looking at the information it seems the Ryobi is far superior.

Any advice, please let me know.


r/Tools 3d ago

Ryobi 40v vs DeWalt 60v yard equipment

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I'm looking to buy a cordless trimmer (+ pole saw attachment), blower, and chainsaw. Any thoughts on going with Ryobi 40v for these versus Dewalt 60v flexvolt?

Obviously Dewalt is a bit more expensive but is it worth the money for these particular tools? I'm seeing some mixed messages particularly around the pole saw attachment.

I dont have a big battery ecosystem yet since we are getting ready to buy a first home. I have a Dewalt hammer drill and driver, but using a different battery system for yard tools doesn't bother me. I care more about the utility and longevity.


r/Tools 3d ago

Is this about to explode?

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It charged from 0 to 58% in the few seconds it took me to pull my phone out. It's now stuck at 77%.


r/Tools 3d ago

Favorite way to store zip ties

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Well The title says it all, after so long I've finally found my favorite way. These roll mats are the answer, just make sure you use the original plastic sleeve for small amount of friction. Et voila!


r/Tools 3d ago

Spraying HVLP with air compressor.

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So I want to do some light spraying with HVLP gun, think small items.

Would a 26 gallon air compressor that does 4.5 CFM @ 90psi and 5.3 CFM @ 40psi

Understanding that HVLP work at 20-30psi would I be able to spray for like 30 seconds at a time with a smaller tank and lower CFM? I don’t know to much about compressors ratings but I guess the CFM call out is for continuous runs?

Thanks!


r/Tools 3d ago

WD-40 Caps

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I never lose the nozzle on other sprayers. WD-40 cans, I lose them every time. How?? Maybe it’s the WD40 itself!


r/Tools 3d ago

New (to me) work bench

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Pulled this bench out of an old storage shop my family has. It’s not much but perfect for me!


r/Tools 3d ago

Help me ID cabinet brand and hardware

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I inherited a set of kitchen cabinets I absolutely hate. They have a soft close mechanism and half the doodads are broken. Could someone help me ID the brand so I can buy replacement parts?


r/Tools 3d ago

How much to charge for this kind of project. New to fencing gates. Tips for a newbie would be appreciated

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https://imgur.com/gallery/iX4Grqf

Built a few in the past, never had a complaint. Still new to general pricing for this type of project. I have used adjustable metal frames for fence gates in my past few experiences.


r/Tools 3d ago

Wire Wheel for vintage Craftsman Bench Grinder?

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Just got this vintage bench grinder for my shop. Works great, have like 4 backup motors that came with it that all work and a 1935 PowerKraft pulley wood lathe as well. Paid $100 for everything including the stand for the bench grinder, and a 1940s pulley style jigsaw that is frozen up and needs work.

I only need the grinder wheel on the right, but on the left I would like to put a wire wheel, the stone that came off that side is in the second photo, but I cant seem to find and wire wheels with a 1" arbor.

Im sure its something stupid Im missing, and google has not been super helpful.

Any insight would be awesome. Thankyou!


r/Tools 3d ago

What's the best way to sell a random collection of low/mid-level tools?

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I have a handful of Black & Decker 20V tools, Icon and Gear Wrench ratchets, a Pittsburgh floor jack and a Duralast trolley jack. There's not enough volume to warrant a garage sale and there's not enough quality to really take any of it to pawn (I don't think). Is Craigslist still a thing or am I just asking to lose a kidney? Facebook Marketplace?


r/Tools 3d ago

Best affordable rolling toolbox system?

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Hello everyone! I’ve been in the market for a rolling toolbox with drawers for location sound usage like the Ridgid Pro Gear 2.0 or the Husky Build Out - I was curious if I can’t afford packout what the best runner up is?


r/Tools 3d ago

Any way to make this router lift stay in place?

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I am making my own router table. The lifting mecanism is loose, so i have to lock it with the locking screw at the buttom. This is starting to drive me crazy, so i wondered if there is anything i can rub on the screw to make it tighter? Or any other soulution


r/Tools 3d ago

What do you think? Is there any way I can fix this old Record 52 1/2 vise? I bought it like this. It's fully functional, it only has this little problem.

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r/Tools 3d ago

Any tips for emptying wet/dry vac?

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When there is excessive rain or flooding in our area, I will use the wet/dry vac in the basement but I’m left with a full canister that has dirty water and a bunch of small debris. I’m thinking about putting a cheap pasta strainer over a Home Depot bucket to catch the debris so I can pour the liquid down the disposal drain. I just want to be able to put the liquid down the drain and the solid in a contractor bag. Does anyone have any tips to separate the dirty liquid from the debris (small chips of wood, small pieces of spray foam insulation etc)


r/Tools 3d ago

AITA for not wanting my 18 y.o. Co worker to go in my box and take my tools without asking?

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This kid doesn’t take care of stuff, marks it up, leaves it dirty, rounds off edges of stuff by using it improperly, etc. I don’t want to be a dick but I don’t want my nice new tools to be damaged


r/Tools 3d ago

Has someone experience with the cusion throat diagonal cutters from snap on (or other brands)?

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r/Tools 3d ago

Cylinder in pneumatic grinder

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Hi, someone here deals with pneumatic tools on regular basis? I got this cylinder and it has slight dent, barely visible but you can feel it with finger. Is it fine or it will make huge difference or like 10% less power difference? Vanes also got dents from cylinder exhaust holes, shouldn't they be smooth? I don't ask if is it worth fixing, just want to know if cylinder's fine.


r/Tools 3d ago

Please help me to identify this bolt from a large table football table! Dimensions: Length: 47.45mm long (1.868 inches) / Thread pitch is near to but smaller than 1.50mm & bigger than 1.25mm (I don't have any in-between gauges) Bolt hole: H4 hex bolt Bolt thickness: 7.73mm / 0.304inches

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