Biggie Posted December 24, 2017 Report Share Posted December 24, 2017 It has a pretty cheap insert but everything fits pretty nice and tight. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 On 12/22/2017 at 8:32 PM, justinkendall said: Stopped at Lowes for some plywood and ended up buying other things. Made in the USA Southwire Compact Wire Stripper (S1020SOL-US) and Ergo Wire Stripper (S1018SOL-US). They’re so new to my local store that they didn’t have a place for them to hang and instead just left them in boxes with the price tag on a shelf in the adjacent bay. Did I need them? No. Did I buy them? Yes. Do I care where they are made? No. Southwire 8” Cable Ties, 11” Cable Ties, and V-Notch Wire Stripper (SVN). I was looking for the releasable cable ties but they still don’t have them. They do now stock the 11 and 14’s which is nice. For months all they have had is the 8’s. 4x Irwin 2” Spring Clamps (3 not shown), a 4 pack of 6” Irwin Quick-Grip clamps, and a bottle of Titebomd II for the plywood. From what I gather, there is no current plan on them carrying the new ties. I was pretty bummed out to hear that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justinkendall Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 47 minutes ago, BMack37 said: From what I gather, there is no current plan on them carrying the new ties. I was pretty bummed out to hear that. Well that sucks. I’ve been looking all over for them and so far no one has them even though Southwire keeps posting about them. I was hopin Acme Tools or Lowes would get them since I buy from them often. Looks like Tool Barn is now selling them but they’re special order so it takes 7-10 days for them to ship. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtkendall Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 Remember wen I bought that drill press? Well @justinkendall surprised me with a bench top sander to match and a heavy Irwin vice for the drill press. He also got me some Kreg stuff, a Whiteside Router bit for plywood, some bulk key rings so I can make keychains out of the scrap wood I have, and a Millers Falls #8 Plane. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kato Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 Most of the Xmas haul...new batteries charging, tools ready to go to their new place in the lineup. A few bits of rearranging and whatnot to get everything placed but in a couple of days it'll all be snug as bugs in a rug. Played with the router for a minute, now part of my workbench has a nice rounded edge to it. Played with the stapler too, which means there's about 20 staples in a piece of scrap wood right now. Angle-grinded part of the workbench with the brushless grinder, but haven't sanded anything yet with the sanders. "Tested" the 4Ah batteries against my slim batts, the 4Ah definitely increase the power on the tools. Can't really test the chemical sprayer unless I fill it with water and play with it in the tub...but knowing myself like I do I'm sure that'll happen sooner or later. Also got myself a few actual toys...we were shopping for some of the kids and I came across these Hot Wheels Star Wars toys, thought they were cool as heck so I picked up a few. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 My new brushless grinder, I'll be cutting stuff tomorrow, fo sho! Cheers to one and all! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kato Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 Just got one myself, fantastic tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 Just now, Kato said: Just got one myself, fantastic tool. The temptation to keep hitting the trigger was too great, but after firing it up half a dozen times the wheel fell off. I'm putting this down to user error, I'll keep a close eye on the tool-less wheel attachment in future. Maybe I didn't tighten it up enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kato Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 Probably. There's two ways the front "nut" goes on, depending on what type of wheel you have on there. Cut-off wheels and wheels that don't have a center spacer, the thinner wheels, you put the "nut" on with the flat side toward the wheel. Wheels with spacers or ones that are thicker, you put the "nut" on with the flat side out. Wheels that have their own nut don't require the outer "nut" but some people use it anyway as a safety precaution. And yes, new tools always have that "I WANT TO DESTROY STUFF!!!" urge to them... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 Mine has one nut that requires no tools. It'll probably self-tighten once the wheel is actually under load. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kato Posted December 25, 2017 Report Share Posted December 25, 2017 Hmmm, mine came with the type that uses the wrench. Guess I'll have to inquire with Ryobi as to what the deal is with the tool-less version... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 Heading out to my local Stihl Rep today. I'll post pics of my purchase when I get back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 17 hours ago, Tug said: My new brushless grinder, I'll be cutting stuff tomorrow, fo sho! Cheers to one and all! This seems to have died rather quickly, it lasted approximately six to ten minutes. I'll update when I've got new info. (Yes, I did try a different battery.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtkendall Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 Continuing my tradition of using gift cards immediately after receiving them I bought an 8 piece set of Irwin Marples forstner bits from Lowe’s and an INCRA 12” T-Rule from Amazon. I think I am done with tool purchases for the next few months, I’m going to start putting away any extra money into my garage shop conversion fund. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcarnes911 Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 This seems to have died rather quickly, it lasted approximately six to ten minutes. I'll update when I've got new info. (Yes, I did try a different battery.)That dies quick, my dewalt one will last around 15 minutesSent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 2 hours ago, rcarnes911 said: That dies quick, my dewalt one will last around 15 minutes Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk I meant it's dead, non-functioning, faulty. It's going back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 18 minutes ago, Tug said: I meant it's dead, non-functioning, faulty. It's going back That's a bummer for a new toy. After watching workshop addicts video on the new ryobi brushless tools it was kind of disappointing. The grinder, recip, and circular saws all seemed to cut out even when not pushed very hard. I know they're more of a homeowner/diy grade of tool, maybe they'll perform better when/if they come out with their larger batteries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 5 hours ago, MikeyB said: Heading out to my local Stihl Rep today. I'll post pics of my purchase when I get back. Picked up a new Stihl MS 250 chainsaw and a Stihl BG 86 handheld gas blower. Piced up some. Motomix fuel and ordered a pair of chaps as well. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 1 hour ago, Biggie said: That's a bummer for a new toy. After watching workshop addicts video on the new ryobi brushless tools it was kind of disappointing. The grinder, recip, and circular saws all seemed to cut out even when not pushed very hard. I know they're more of a homeowner/diy grade of tool, maybe they'll perform better when/if they come out with their larger batteries. Agreed, not trade-grade, but shouldn't falter on cutting a bit of mild steel. The trouble with brushless is the electronics need to be over-engineered, just "making the grade" ain't enough. Flexvolt 414; I'm coming for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justinkendall Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 @jtkendall picked me up some nice hand tools for Christmas. Milwaukee hat Gyokucho 372 Razor Saw Dotsuki Takebiki Saw Stanley Coping Saw Narex 16oz Beech Mallet Narex 4pc Chisel Set Millers Falls 140CBG Jack Plane 1000/4000 Grit Sharpening Stone 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kato Posted December 27, 2017 Report Share Posted December 27, 2017 9 hours ago, Tug said: This seems to have died rather quickly, it lasted approximately six to ten minutes. I'll update when I've got new info. (Yes, I did try a different battery.) That certainly is concerning. I saw the Workshop Addict video, wasn't too worried about their review of the angle grinder. After seeing your post I went out into the garage and tried to bog the grinder down, didn't seem to be an issue. I put some force into grinding an old lawnmower blade, all the grinder did was throw sparks and eat metal. Gonna throw a cutoff disc on it and see how well it cuts. So far it's been a good tool for me but I've only done some random quick stuff with it. I'll have to really go nuts with it and see what happens. Not too concerned, it's under warranty. I really want it to be a good tool though and don't want to hassle around with returning it if it turns out to be a dud 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T75R Posted December 27, 2017 Report Share Posted December 27, 2017 14 hours ago, justinkendall said: @jtkendall picked me up some nice hand tools for Christmas. Milwaukee hat Gyokucho 372 Razor Saw Dotsuki Takebiki Saw Stanley Coping Saw Narex 16oz Beech Mallet Narex 4pc Chisel Set Millers Falls 140CBG Jack Plane 1000/4000 Grit Sharpening Stone How are those chisels? I’ve been looking around for a good set Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justinkendall Posted December 27, 2017 Report Share Posted December 27, 2017 9 hours ago, T75R said: How are those chisels? I’ve been looking around for a good set I haven’t had a chance to use them yet. They seem like a quality set considering they’re only $40 on Amazon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T75R Posted December 27, 2017 Report Share Posted December 27, 2017 18 minutes ago, justinkendall said: I haven’t had a chance to use them yet. They seem like a quality set considering they’re only $40 on Amazon. Not bad. Let me know how they are when you test them out 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruton Posted December 29, 2017 Report Share Posted December 29, 2017 I’ve got a few new tools during my hiatus, but grabbed this today. Doing a little tile work and thought this would be a little nicer than the little wet saw I used last time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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