djslater Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Hi all, new member located in the Mid-Hudson Valley of NY (1.5 hours north of NYC). I just bought my first home in August, and have been re-conditioning some of the tools the previous owner left behind. At the same time, I've been slowly building my collection of tools that I haven't "accumulated"! I found Tools in Action looking for objective power tool reviews, and am hooked! As my username implies, I'm a DJ. I have a small business, and do mostly weddings/sweet 16s. I also work full time as a Purchasing Manager (I LOVE FINDING DEALS). My Father was an Iron Worker, and as such I have had my hands on many tools working with him. Unfortunately for my wallet, I've become partial to Milwaukee Tools. However, I also really like the value of Craftsman Tools...so I am building/have a mix bag of the 2 brands...as well as inherited several other brands of tools. Looking forward to learning, and sharing knowledge on the forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Welcome to the TIA forums I'm always posing some kind of deal in the deals forum. It might not be something that you need but it's usually a decent deal though. It's really hard to find good tool reviews they can be pretty biased. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Welcome!! And glad to see another Milwaukee guy on the forum!! Check out my review of the Milwaukee Fuel hammer drill driver, if you dont already have a drill, check that out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Welcome aboard djslater. Good luck in your future endeavors of finding the perfect home improvement and woodworking tools. It will be a hard fought battle, there may be tears. There could be strongly worded arguments between you and yourself whilst on the way to the hardware store, while curious somewhat horrified motorists observe (believe me) but as I think, we all will promise, it is worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold Wray Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Welcome DJSlater! You came to the right place. I think you will find a lot of people here partial to Milwaukee (myself included). But I like any good well made tool. ChrisK - That was FUNNY. You have the writers touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 partial to Milwaukee (myself included). But I like any good well made tool. You said it right there Harold, I love Milwaukee, great tools, great warranty etc. But i like you said, any well made tool I like for example, I am very very excited about the DeWalt brushless ocilating tool, like Eric and dan said, its a 20v tool that wasnt just thrown on with the 20v badge, big innovation with the grip, switch, blade change, big power....even the led light. One of the first 20v tools i have seen with that innovation. I cant wait to review it and use it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djslater Posted January 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Thanks for the warm welcome!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Welcome to the forum Mr. DJ. You're in good company here. If you ever have a question about hand tools then I'm you're guy. Hand tools were my first love and I regard them as one of my kids. Don't be shy and don't hesitate to share any projects you have along the way either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric - TIA Posted January 3, 2014 Report Share Posted January 3, 2014 Welcome aboard. Can't wait to see some of your projects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djslater Posted January 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2014 What's going on in the Mid-Hudson Valley NY / My Home! http://youtu.be/gMk3Lis5Osw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted January 3, 2014 Report Share Posted January 3, 2014 It finally stopped snowing here in Michigan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted January 3, 2014 Report Share Posted January 3, 2014 I heard you guys were getting a pretty bad storm, its suppose to cool off tonight, the high tomorrow for us is 55 and we have a freeze warning the following night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicholasShetley Posted January 3, 2014 Report Share Posted January 3, 2014 The high here for Monday is 5. The low for that morning is negative 6. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regopit Posted January 3, 2014 Report Share Posted January 3, 2014 Welcome DJSlater! enjoy your time here and always ask before you buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
threeve Posted January 3, 2014 Report Share Posted January 3, 2014 Welcome to the forums! I'm pretty new here too and find this group to be invaluable and a great source of knowledge and information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEtwidget Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 Welcome DJ, i took these pics at work yesterday, I thought you might be intersted in seeing the inside of a 6,000 watt audio amp. They are monsters! Mostly used for rock concerts and football games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 Wow, that's an amp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djslater Posted January 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 Lol, yeah, an amp is kinda just a circuit board...actually, most anything electrical is kinda just a cirucit board! Really cool EET, thanks for sharing!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 I would not know where to start with that..lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEtwidget Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 First place to start, a really messy workbench, oscilloscope, 220v outlet, and balls.. 6000watts = death if you touch the wrong spot. But you could just as easily fall off the roof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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