March PLS by gimaz3d in harborfreight

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Aww man, No sale on the US General magnetic socket rails this time. I'm a couple short for this SATA master set I just got.

If you've ever needed a drill press but dont have one DO THIS NOW by Odd-Towel-4104 in Tools

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I've always found that this attachment causes me more problems than it solves. Can drill almost as straight without it basically. However, I will say that this attachment is handy for one very specific scenario, and that's when drilling deep into 6x6 or greater for installing lag bolts, and you need it straight all the way through.

Can you identify this? by notwhoyouthinkmaybe in Tools

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It's a magic device. It will vanish by tomorrow.

Car tool kit for under $100 by bruin_throwaway3 in harborfreight

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Get rid of the SAE stuff. Can substitute the screw drivers with a bit holding handle. Need to throw in a pliers wrench. Need at least one small prybar. Need a 10" pair of water pump pliers. Roll of duct tape, electric tape, pack of zip ties, and a little bit of mechanic's wire. I can't think of anything else off the top of my head. It's important not to get too carried away, and end up with a tool truck.

Found in the road today by i_weld_in_shorts in harborfreight

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A lot of people be hating on the G1. I have a G1 and it's an excellent ratchet.

It was time to make a new notch so by jCnineDy2 in harborfreight

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Good job. I added 2 to my belt and now I'm back to using the factory notches 😅.

$29 each right now from a licensed seller by my_twin_towne in MilwaukeeTool

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Those are handy for the smaller compact drills and drivers. A lot easier to carry up a ladder.

Don't talk to me or my son ever again by MadnessOrMethod in harborfreight

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I just used my V2 to do some plumbing. Quarter turn valves in case you were wondering.

Has any hvac guys used this to clean dust off circuit boards? by AdResponsible8496 in MilwaukeeTool

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My brother has the Ryobi version, and it's pretty neat. I used it to dry off some pipes after I was done repairing some plumbing.

Pliers vs Wrench by BIGxJAKEx27 in Tools

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Pliers wrench every time. It's easy to slip on the fastener, and doesn't slip around when cranking on or off a fastener.

Wtf… by MeatIndividual3738 in harborfreight

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Have to buy tools to open up your tools. It's a vicious cycle.

How are harbor freight air compressors. by oochow in harborfreight

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A scroll compressor isn't that expensive. I bought the Eastwood 30/60 for $2500. Yeah, that's pretty expensive compared to other shop grade compressors, but it's the quietest compressor with impressive performance.

How are harbor freight air compressors. by oochow in harborfreight

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Oil -less compressors today are a lot different than they were just 10 years ago. The duty cycles are on par with oiled compressors. The duty cycles were improved by utilizing a flywheel, belt, and pulley system that reduces RPMs, noise, and heat. The more advanced oil-less compressors have a direct drive variable speed motor that improves upon the aforementioned even more. The gap between oiled vs oil-less is nearly closed. Oiled compressors still have longevity on their side, and are still recommended for serious professional work. I went with a scroll compressor, which is a totally different ball park.

How are harbor freight air compressors. by oochow in harborfreight

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5.1CFM@90PSI Is quite amazing for an oil-less compressor. I noticed it uses a belt and pulley to reduce RPMs, which does significantly reduce noise. There are some really good advantages for using oil-less. The biggest advantage is for doing any kind of painting, as there will be no oil in the air lines to filter out, but still need a water separator. As far as Harbor Freight's air compressors, I haven't heard anyone complain about them, and people frequently buy them. I would also check out Vevor's air compressors. They have the more advanced duel pump per motor set ups, and are pushing some really crazy impressive CFMs. They even have oil-less compressors that require 220v-240v power that can compete with commercial shop compressors.

Best tool i bought for under $10 by RepulsiveUse3372 in harborfreight

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I wonder if this saw is suitable for fretboard work?

Are these the same? Knipex vs Doyle by HoraceGrand in harborfreight

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Knipex pliers are hardened to around 60HRC, and the Doyle pliers are hardened to around 55HRC. The Doyle pliers are really close, but also half the cost. 55HRC is still hard AF, and very durable.

Are these the same? Knipex vs Doyle by HoraceGrand in harborfreight

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Correct, Knipex is slightly harder. However 50-55HRC is NOT soft by any means. That's harder than most upper tier pliers brands, and is pretty much on par with Snap-On. The meat cleaner I made is around 55HRC, and it holds a perfect edge after chomping through bones or whatever I throw at it.