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I like to use a line dimmable driver, easier to keep everything 120v. I like to mount the driver in the lower cabinet or somewhere out of sight. The low voltage cut in rings are just a mounting ring, similar to an old work box. They are great for the low voltage side and make it easy to cut a large hole to fish from under the cabinet etc. I like to make the smallest hole possible under the cabinet and fish down to the lower cabinets. I hate seeing drivers under the upper cabinet. I had never though about it before until I had a very short lady complain that she could see it and it was ugly! Now everything gets hidden! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Led strip lights are very harsh and often too cool and blue/white. Try for diffused light so you avoid hotspots on the counter and reflected light. If you use tape lights, they make a nice diffuser channel. I like to make a small hole and fish down to the lower cabinet for power. Low voltage cut in rings for switches and dimmer. Non diffused light with hotspot and reflection Diffuser channel Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

There should be a slight increase in peak or instantaneous torque. The batteries have more available current. The tools all have electronics to prevent over current or over draw. Otherwise the 9.0 should burn up your impact! Milwaukee used to have two different peak torque ratings for the 1st gen impact, one for the 2.0 and a slightly higher rating for the 4.0. Now it's just the peak torque with no reference to battery size to achieve peak torque. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Here is a better pic of the jaws fully open. I included my Kleins and my Knipex. The Kleins open the widest, followed by Knipex then Irwin. There is NO COMPARISON when it comes to leverage and cutting power. The Irwins absolutely destroy the Knipex and Kleins. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Not at all! I got the Irwins for $25, the NWS were $55. I don't think the imperfect finish warrants spending another $30. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

They are rebranded NWS pliers, and the only critique I have is the finish. In between the handle close to the slip joint the finish is peeling off in mine. The jaws don't really open far enough to cut BX either. Other than that, they are great, if you get them on sale, even better! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Saved me a ton of time and money. Nothing worse that cleaning up and getting ready to leave only to find you forgot to put a cover back or some nonsense. Anything that saves a trip to the van is a keeper! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The Kershaw is actually quite good, keeps an edge 10x longer than my SOG Kilowatt ever did. The weight is nice too considering the bits and flip out driver. I have a Milwaukee fastback and for $25 it is the best overall bang for the buck but the build quality and tolerances are a little lenient. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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For metal hand tools, scotchbrite green pad to remove corrosion and tough stuff, (wont scratch the metal and cause rust) then wipe down with WD40 to prevent rust and corrosion. Keeps your hand tools like brand new. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

There would most certainly be a cap in there to keep the light brightness constant for those times the motor is under heavy load. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

It's quite frustrating, I used to be able to bring the cutters in to the supplier and swap them out when they started to overlap, scissor or dull. Now they send them away. Warranty seems less forgiving and the quality it worse. Why are they still charging so much for inferior product? Sent from my ONE E1005 using Tapatalk

Get the Hilti fleet plan. $7 a month per tool (average)and you will never have to worry about a tool again. Lifetime warranty to boot. Sent from my ONE E1005 using Tapatalk

The batteries would have more of an effect on cold weather performance. The type of grease can also be a factor. The different battery types also perform differently in colder weather. Lithium tends to be better in colder temps. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

One of our guys bought a couple of makita offshore batteries from eBay. They looked identical except there was no logo or label. Took them apart and they were 100% identical. Same circuitry, wiring and lithium cells. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

If the cells are the same and the circuitry is the same, buy em! I would buy one and crack it open, then compare it to a real one. Many factories in China sell the exact same item for other manufacturers with a different name or packaging. The price could be worth trying one! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Tankless electric is fine, the problem is there are very cheap units out there. If you are in colder climates, you need to make sure you spec an appropriate tankless, usually a higher output unit. iHeat is a brand I wouldn't recommend. If you are spending the money for a quality unit, they stand up. 50-80a isn't uncommon and while that sounds like a lot, it is cheaper than heating 24/7! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

The sad part is that Klein has built their reputation with tradespeople. Did they think we wouldn't notice? Cheap screwdrivers that round off, chip and snap. Cutters that chip, cutting edges that don't come close to lining up and are so stiff they barely break in. Too bad. They have quite the legacy. When I bought new diagonal cutters, I went through about 15 pairs before I found one that has aligned cutting edges. Every single pair was misaligned. Almost like the die needs to be recast. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I don't buy handtools based on price. Klein didn't start selling a lower priced tool, they are charging the same for inferior quality. People have never bought Klein because they are priced competitively, they have a certain expectation.They want more profit. Plain and simple. Sent from my ONE E1005 using Tapatalk

Klein has declined dramatically in the quality department. I am an electrician, I love the design of the Klein linesman and side sitters but they are just not built well anymore. Other than my 11 in 1 screwdriver, I have switched to wera due to Klein's poor quality. Sent from my ONE E1005 using Tapatalk

Some grunts can barely tie their shoes! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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This. Not worth the risk. The interlock prevents the possibility of forgetfulness and the inevitable boom. Transfer switches are idiot proof and there is zero risk of frying stuff. Interlocks are the least expensive solution. http://www.interlockkit.com/intro2.htm Good read, lol. http://www.electricgeneratorsdirect.com/stories/13-How-NOT-to-Connect-a-Portable-Generator.html Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I can't recommend this tool. I was very disappointed to learn it is only meant for left handed use. I got used to using my left hand but after a bunch of screws the battery died and I had to throw it out and use the spare it came with. I plugged in that little black radio it came with it only plays music with you put the dead battery on it, and it only plays a few seconds of some crappy song. I threw out the radio too. Got 1/2 the basement boarded before the back-up battery died too. I drove to Home Depot and bought 2 more batteries for $149. Both batteries were no good by the time I finished boarding the basement. I was pretty disappointed. What's the point of a cordless tool if I have to spend $300 for batteries on every basement? I would recommend a good old fashioned screwdriver for putting up drywall, it's way cheaper than buying all those expensive Makita batteries. What a scam, they sell you the tool for $179 but the don't mention how expensive the disposable batteries are! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

A magnet near a battery is fine, it's the potential messing with the magnetic field of the windings that could cause some minor issues.Also, you could buy the plastic bit holders and epoxy the magnets in. Black epoxy would look good and you could have a layer covering the magnets to make it easier to remove screws and bits. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk