Race2win01 Posted July 6, 2017 Report Share Posted July 6, 2017 On 6/29/2017 at 8:53 PM, JimboS1ice said: Time for the mid torque woot woot!@JimboS1ice How do you like the mid torque? I have the compact & it works well, would like to have just a bit more torque.. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted July 7, 2017 Report Share Posted July 7, 2017 7 hours ago, sparky603 said: Ideal does have a "bargain" line that's made in Taiwan. Haven't been in Lowe's in years, so not sure what they are currently carrying, but the Taiwan-made ones are nowhere near the same caliber. Edit - from the prices in FrosBros pic, those have to be US-made. Better be. Lowe's carries the USA-made pliers, that's what caught my eye. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted July 7, 2017 Report Share Posted July 7, 2017 7 hours ago, rrich1 said: Got some goodies today. Veritas micro adjust metric marked marking gauge, veritas t slot tracks for my upcoming crosscut sled, NWS angled pliers, jet dust collection bags, and a Makita dust collection shroud for my compact router. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk I love those pliers! Ergo pliers are really useful and the large first tooth is very useful, I use those all the time. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrich1 Posted July 7, 2017 Report Share Posted July 7, 2017 I love those pliers! Ergo pliers are really useful and the large first tooth is very useful, I use those all the time.Good to hear. They were slates for delivery the same day kctoolco had their combo kit for deal of the day. I really like the grips on the NWS pliers. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrosBros82 Posted July 7, 2017 Report Share Posted July 7, 2017 13 hours ago, Race2win01 said: Picked up the M12 lantern/flood light today. Should be a handy light source that also has a usb charging port. Grabbed a buy one get one 25' tape measure deal as well... Cool pickups. I love Milwaukee's lights, I think they just about have a solution for every tradesman with their different options. Enjoy! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted July 7, 2017 Report Share Posted July 7, 2017 7 hours ago, rrich1 said: Good to hear. They were slates for delivery the same day kctoolco had their combo kit for deal of the day. I really like the grips on the NWS pliers. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk Yeah, they're great grips! I bought them used from a mechanic and they still feel new. I like the Irwin version's colors more but with the NWS grip style, they're easy to find in the tool drawer! I'd like to try the Orbis but I have the NWS ergo linesman and the Irwin rebrand ergo needle nose already. I have had one NWS pair with a sloppy joint, I exchanged them for a new pair, not sure if that's common or what. I have three pairs of NWS, one sloppy joint. Over 60 Knipex pliers, also one sloppy joint that was exchanged. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted July 7, 2017 Report Share Posted July 7, 2017 23 hours ago, Race2win01 said: I have a mid torque and it really depends what you're trying to do with it. Its definately lighter and more compact than the high torque and it has more torque than the compact. But the compact is still my go to for anything under a 1/2" (3/4" socket). I've found that the bigger nose on the mid torque doesn't allow me to get as close to a corner when tightening a bolt on a flange. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Race2win01 Posted July 8, 2017 Report Share Posted July 8, 2017 4 hours ago, Biggie said: I have a mid torque and it really depends what you're trying to do with it. Its definately lighter and more compact than the high torque and it has more torque than the compact. But the compact is still my go to for anything under a 1/2" (3/4" socket). I've found that the bigger nose on the mid torque doesn't allow me to get as close to a corner when tightening a bolt on a flange. Just basically lug nuts on light duty trailers & vehicles.... Also use when hanging an outboard on boats or pontoons....(lighter torque...55 ft lbs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted July 8, 2017 Report Share Posted July 8, 2017 2 hours ago, Race2win01 said: Just basically lug nuts on light duty trailers & vehicles.... Also use when hanging an outboard on boats or pontoons....(lighter torque...55 ft lbs) You definitely don't need the high torque then...that's a TON of torque and it's heavy as hell. The compact should be plenty, I use my compacts for lug nuts and it takes one hammer hit (in mode 3) to loosen the nut. Putting it on(with the 3/8" and a 5.0Ah battery); 2 hits gets you to about 80-85 ft lbs, perfect for setting you up for the torque wrench. I haven't used the 1/2" enough on lugs to know where it gets you. A 2.0Ah battery will give you noticeably less power on those impacts. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnarlyCarl Posted July 8, 2017 Report Share Posted July 8, 2017 .. Drinking the teal koolaid lol And here's this guy: . 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMG Posted July 8, 2017 Report Share Posted July 8, 2017 Part of my ACME tool order from July 4th showed up yesterday early afternoon... One Milwaukee cordless water pump. Two hours later we had a gully washer hit us and I got to stress test the pump, as the basement started to flood. I need another 9ah battery. The pump was not able to keep up with the amount of water that was pouring up through the concrete floor and out of the walls, but it did help stem the tide to a small degree, until the battery died, but damn that thing is obnoxiously loud. I had planned on using it for "on demand" water heater annual maintenance, however it will probably make a great backup for the sump pump when I get around to installing that item. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted July 8, 2017 Report Share Posted July 8, 2017 On 7/7/2017 at 11:08 PM, Race2win01 said: Just basically lug nuts on light duty trailers & vehicles.... Also use when hanging an outboard on boats or pontoons....(lighter torque...55 ft lbs) The mid torque is nice for stubborn lugs that make the compact struggle a bit. My own personal experience is that where I can use the compact I do because it's still lighter and more compact. I'm lucky enough to have all 3 but if I were new to the market and could only have one it would be the mid torque. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwasifar Posted July 10, 2017 Report Share Posted July 10, 2017 Today (well, yesterday, actually, but we'll pretend) I bought this Irwin self-adjusting wire stripper: And this 18" Kobalt bolt cutter: And I used the bolt cutter today to make this bin rack out of wire shelving: 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted July 10, 2017 Report Share Posted July 10, 2017 4 hours ago, dwasifar said: Today (well, yesterday, actually, but we'll pretend) I bought this Irwin self-adjusting wire stripper: That's a good idea, I might copy that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrosBros82 Posted July 10, 2017 Report Share Posted July 10, 2017 On 7/8/2017 at 6:37 AM, KnarlyCarl said: .. Drinking the teal koolaid lol And here's this guy: . I have seen a few of the Canadian guys using this and posting their videos online.... it seems awesome! Such a cool and great idea from Makita. Again, not trying to beat a dead horse... but this would be excellent in finished areas and especially hospital or healthcare work. Keep us posted on how you like it! FB82 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky603 Posted July 10, 2017 Report Share Posted July 10, 2017 Not mine, but a nice purchase. Carpenter buddy I'm working with today has picked up a few log home renos, so has been spending some bucks. These are amongst his purchases. That's a 10-1/4", and the 16-5/16" beam saw. Looking forward to playing with them some. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrosBros82 Posted July 10, 2017 Report Share Posted July 10, 2017 3 hours ago, sparky603 said: Not mine, but a nice purchase. Carpenter buddy I'm working with today has picked up a few log home renos, so has been spending some bucks. These are amongst his purchases. That's a 10-1/4", and the 16-5/16" beam saw. Looking forward to playing with them some. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk Ah yes, the Makita beam saw... total beast in my opinion. We have used it recently on some timber work. Honestly, can't think of anything that is remotely as good for that application. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stercorarius Posted July 11, 2017 Report Share Posted July 11, 2017 Proto would make a great Jiggalo because they charge a dollar per millimeter and I took all 97 big black millimeters. All 3/4 drive. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SetBuilder Posted July 11, 2017 Report Share Posted July 11, 2017 I figured I would give these a shot, they have a composite safety toe and Kevlar puncture resistant sole. https://www.vismousa.com/athletic-collection/k67-coming-soon 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jronman Posted July 11, 2017 Report Share Posted July 11, 2017 ordered a 102 in track saw rail and a tough system dwst08270 wall rack with organizer kit. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlaveNico Posted July 11, 2017 Report Share Posted July 11, 2017 Went on a Klein spreeSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrosBros82 Posted July 11, 2017 Report Share Posted July 11, 2017 38 minutes ago, FlaveNico said: Went on a Klein spree Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I am not an expert, but it looks like you are about to get into some electrical work? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlaveNico Posted July 11, 2017 Report Share Posted July 11, 2017 I am not an expert, but it looks like you are about to get into some electrical work?Hold the boat!!!!! You mean these aren't fishing tools??? Lol Got a great deal and had to move on from my older Klein of 5 yrsSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPSElias Posted July 11, 2017 Report Share Posted July 11, 2017 I bought a wheelbarrow/shovel new lawnmower today!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlaveNico Posted July 11, 2017 Report Share Posted July 11, 2017 53 minutes ago, DPSElias said: id trade my neighbors dogs and one of his kids for this lol lol I bought a wheelbarrow/shovel new lawnmower today! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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