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Hey everyone, I am starting to toy with the idea of a cordless circular saw to add to my kit. I currently have a brushed 4 piece kit with sawsall, light, hammer drill and impact. I would like to get a bare tool circular saw, and cant decide between the brushed, and the fuel. I know the benefits of the fuel tool, but are they really worth the extra 130 bucks? I would love to hear thoughts from people who have used either one, and if you have had experience with both, even better! Cheers
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hey everyone! I am slowly building up my luthier tools for guitar building and repair. I would really like to keep them separate from my other tools, so a new tool box is in order. I would like to try to build one. I think I would like something with drawers.. any suggestions? if you don't have any plans, but do have a good pic thatll be very helpful to me too! cheers!
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Did that drill bit set come from Canadian tire?
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I Really like this idea. I'd love to try that myself. I just need a bigger tool box... hmmmm
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all in one toolkit(by all in one i do mean all in one)
mike_dave replied to Duns221's topic in Power Tools
I remember Canadian tire had a kit like that by hitatchi 5 or 6 years back.. if I can recall, it had poor reviews. -
Nice Job! how's that porter cable pancake compressor? is it good for pro use, or is it more aimed to DIY'ers?
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I currently drive an 02 s10 4x4. been one hell of a truck and hasn't left me stranded yet *knock on wood* but its getting old and the mileage is fairly high too. I don't intended to buy brand new. I can see its advantages but I wont be in the position to go that route any time soon. As far as leasing, I don't see that being the ideal way for me to go either. I have lots of time to research and decide. I test drove an 07 Sierra Z71. great truck, with low miles. much more features than I could ever want and need. the finances didn't quite add up so I walked away from it. I now know staying away from a jeep would be ideal for me. I don't want to drive an unreliable piece of crap again haha
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Well that's all I needed... truck it is! Lol. Jeeps are damn cool. Perhaps one day I'll have one as a secondary vehicle.. But when I can afford a second vehicle I think something with more horsepower would be in order.. I've seen the new colorados and canyons. Nice trucks for sure! That's all I really need and more, however in Canada You can get a better deal on a new full size gm.. Having said that I'm not in the position to buy brand new. I could get a jeep wrangler sport for about 23000. I was peaking at colorados and to get only the options I consider a necessity I'd be looking at near 40k. At 20 years old that's too steep for me. The Toyota tacoma is a great truck, I have a neighbour and a friend who own one and they love their trucks. My only gripe is Toyota is a Japanese company. Not saying they don't make a solid vehicle, but I like to buy things domestic where I can. We do have a Toyota plant I. My home town and were very fortunate for all the jobs... But I am still not sold. Plus parts for maintenance seem to be pricier for an Import which isn't so nice. I think a truck really is the best vehicle for me but the whole 4x4 in the winter and convertible in the summer is very tempting haha. Thanks for everyones input!
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Hey guys, Im researching vehicles for my next purchase (which is hopefully in the more distant future- but not too far at the same time) I'm currently waiting for my current little truck to die, but it just keeps going! haha, gotta love chevs. Anyway, I am not a big car guy. Ideally I would like to get a truck, but they're pretty pricey, and I'm not sure I can justify the cost for the amount I would actually be using it as a truck. I do love the ability to haul sheets of plywood, and lengths of lumber but I really don't do it very often, so I'm kinda leaning towards a jeep wrangler.. any thoughts? Any owners/ previous owners that can give me their input? I think I'm the right type of person for a jeep, but I am not 100% sure a jeep is right for me. I suppose the only real requirement I have is I can fit my small set of tools for work- which will be easy.. and it HAS to fit my goalie equipment.. Im looking at 2010 plus.. just a 2 door model. preferably with A/C. my trucks A/C is broken and summers a nightmare, and now the power window switch is screwed up! Sorry for the lengthy post. looking forward to the input! Cheers
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yeah totally... to help him justify it :evil:
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Hardware is a huge money maker here for the building centers when you factor hinges, drawer pulls etc through your kitchen and bathrooms. the mark up is quite substantial.
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I have been heavily considering getting a cordless circ saw. I am glad that I found this thread. I think that I will hold off for this one
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Hey everyone. Sorry I've taken awhile to post back on here. I appreciate everyone's input, and I have arrived at a decision. I will be pursuing a career as a carpenter. I currently work in a lumber yard so I have been networking with the contractors. I've gotten a few leads thus far, and I've got a meeting next week with a small company. Both are really friendly guys and I'm looking forward to it. I'll let you know how it goes Thanks again, and cheers!
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In my opinion spending the money on insulated pliers will be a waste of your money. You'll likely never come across the need for them. Most electricians carry non-insulated because that's all they need. Just my two cents though. Cheers
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As far as able to commit, and "take the heat" i have no doubt i can deal with both. For the record, my journeyman was fired shortly after I left because of his attitude. He was the problem, not me. We hada. Second journeyman whom I worked with perfectly and we had zero issues, unfortunately he moved on to another company I'm curious though.. Is there much money to be made as a carpenter? I plan to regardless of the trade to own my own business. It seems like if it's a good economy and depending on what you specialize in you're going to be busy and raking in the customers, but if there's a poor economy is it difficult to make it worK?
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Hey everyone. I am hoping to get some advice on a career path to take. long story short... Out of highschool I started an electrician apprenticeship which was a long term goal of mine. I did a co-op placement in highschool and I loved every minute of it. Once I got into it as a career, it wasn't so great. I had a lot of issues with the journeyman I worked with and about 8 months later I quit because I wanted to pursue a career as a police officer. I just finished my first year of schooling and have decided that I definitely want to do a trade over anything else. and well, there are two trades that appeal to me.. One Is carpenter. I love building things and feel like this would be a good trade for me. Now, after being out of the trade for a year, I am also reconsidering a career as an electrician. I am wondering If I left just because of my journeyman not for the reasons I thought. I am 19, and will be 20 in a couple months so I have lots of time to figure out what I want to do for sure. Here's where I need your help. what are the pro's and con's to each trade? I believe electricians pay is slightly better, and I think that the work is abundant. where as carpenters work is hugely dependant on the economy? Anyone think I left because of the journeyman? I know that at the end of the day its my life, and my choice.. but I would appreaciate any kind of advice I can receive here because I honestly am unsure of the way to go.. Thanks everyone, Michael
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Thanks red, and regopit. Yes it is a solid body. It hasn't even been weight relieved like most les Paul's. It's a heavy bugger.. Which is why I believe it has such a great tone to it.
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I have the Kuny's electrician tool belt which looks identical to the dewalt.. If I am not mistake Kuny's makes at least a portion of the dewalt bags and belts. I personally love my kuny's belt. I would buy another in a heart beat. its comfy, and offers great organization for your tools. the drill holster is a nice feature too..
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I wired just the one pickup straight to the jack just because I couldn't wait to play it, which is why it's taking so long to completely finish it. To be honest I think it sounds pretty killer. The electronics in it are very cheap but it sustains for days. I plan to upgrade the pickups and I think it'll make a great improvement. Sure I sound biased, but it truly am impressed by the sound. Especially for my first guitar build
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No I have not. I haven't even heard of them to be honest. I will have to look into them! most of those parts on that guitar came from a donor guitar which the neck came from, or parts that I already had left over from upgrades. The tail piece came from Warmoth
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Hey everyone, first time post here. heres my project I have been working on slowly for the last few months. its nearly done.. Body is made from mahogany, and maple. I did all the work to it myself, aside from the neck. that I did buy.. Hope you enjoy it. Cheers!