Not So Pro 3

[Kiwioilboiler]

Had to do a balljoint in Mrs Adam' car. Used Makita 18V Li, wooden handle hammer and hand tools.
Also found the limit of a Record 4 inch g-clamp in an improvised press situation...
Snap-ring groove clearance needed some finessing too, but its in.

 

[Mastermind]

Are the stacked leather handle Estwing tools really that old?

Seriously asking

I think I have a leather handled Estwing axe in storage somewhere

You can still buy them new.

 

[Mastermind]

https://www.amazon.com/Estwing-Hammer-Straight-Genuine-Leather/dp/B0000224VA/ref=asc_df_B0000224VA/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198077680239&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13492009150370517073&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9013688&hvtargid=pla-383525750320&psc=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p5qNayVMFGMl3aQfdwkoU11dT1MxzBKHmrJDkCc2txjsSWbJo_yHRBoC_DIQAvD_BwE

 

[Dream]

230/240v yeah Toenail. You'd think 110x2 = 220, but apparently not.

I understand most euro voltage is 220-ish phase to ground. Here its usually 120-ish phase to ground.
Has to do with transformer primary to secondary windings and what is deemed appropriate by the governing powers.
Actual voltages can vary, depending on distance of transmission.
Ours has gone from 110 to 120 over the years based on demand and actually now measured at 125-128 in my part of the country. Other places may vary slightly.
Just depends on how far they have to send the power to get to your area.
Voltage gets bumped up to maintain current-carrying capacity over longer distances.

 

[Kiwioilboiler]

I'm no carpenter, so when I bought this it was on a whim.
I don't know what metallic material it's made out of, but it screams "Ping" every nail it hits. Quite loud, very disconcerting.

 

[Mastermind]

While hammer looking.....I found a curved claw 20oz with a wooden handle. Made by Estwing. Well.....I bought that mfer.

 

[dall]

I have an old corded Milwaukee 1/2" drill with a right angle handle and you BETTER have that handle in your hand if you bind up a bit, otherwise you are gonna feel like you were in a spin cycle

I have a corded Milwaukee SawzAll as well and ditto for the power on that

I have one of those drills and just used it today

Try the Fuel series M18 ones.
Understand I'm talking about an actual right-angle IMPACT tool and not a ratchet.
Ive got a 3/8" drive M12 ratchet that does a great job. It just doesnt break stuff loose well like virtually ALL pneumatic or cordless electric ratchets.
Just saves some time and elbow/wrist wear.
Also try the new HO batteries.
They seem to give a little more oomph.View attachment 397391View attachment 397392

Your friend has shared a link to a Home Depot product they think you would be interested in seeing.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M12-FUEL-12V-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-3-8-in-Right-Angle-Impact-Wrench-Tool-Only-2564-20/312424841

This is what I have in 3/8 and 1/2

 

[Mastermind]

I'm no carpenter, so when I bought this it was on a whim.
I don't know what metallic material it's made out of, but it screams "Ping" every nail it hits. Quite loud, very disconcerting. View attachment 397431

I prefer a wooden handle because A. It feels better to my hand, and B. Because it transfers less energy into my hand, wrist, elbow, etc.

 

[maulhead]

I prefer a wooden handle because A. It feels better to my hand, and B. Because it transfers less energy into my hand, wrist, elbow, etc.

That!

 

[markds2]

I bet the 4 tires cost more than my house

That's crazy

Yup. Not cheap.

 

[Ketchup]

I like the wooden handles too. My main framing hammer is just a 20 oz Vaughan. A guy I didn’t like abandoned it in my truck. Turned out to be a great hammer though.

I’ve got a 10lb sledge on a 2ft double bit handle that I use a lot too. It’s great for knocking heavy stuff into place.

My brass and ball peens are wood handled too.

 

[3browns]

But where are the hammers?
I see nothing there over 24 oz...
Those are merely suggestions....

Seriously, in our business a brass hammer or drift gets more done than an 18 lb sledge hammer.
If it wont go with a few light taps, a bigger hammer is just going to make it more out of line, and then destroy it.
Better to back off and get everything lined up and properly clearanced.
Removing something takes a different kind of finesse, but also NOT a bigger hammer.
Cutoff wheel, Rosebud tip, maybe even just a gentle heat and tap.
Otherwise, select the right cutting tip and let the blue tool eat.

Oh I got lots of square and round brass rod stock for gentle persuasion

Nothing better

The BFH is in the toolbox and ain’t up for grabs

 

[JoeDirt]

Yup. Not cheap.
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Fixt.

 

[41FanForLife]

Morning guys. Had about 2500 youts at the convention center yesterday. Gave out lots of t shirts and other swag. All the trades represented. There was 2 hotties hanging out at the end of the day. One cement finisher and the other girl was a brickie. 2 beautiful chicks that get the work done. Time to head into the school for a hospital safety refresher class. Hope they ain't azzholes. Have a nice day and GFY of necessary

 

[redline4]

What's the story on that one Ed?

Came in with a "started knocking on the highway and stalled".
Lots of bearing material in the pan.
Extended warranty first denied the claim due to sludge. They wouldn't believe me that it was just diesel oil and metal in the pan.
After 2 more trips for the adjuster, they finally approved it.
And the service writer botched the times, so I get 5 hours less than GM warranty time. I won't be making any extra on this job as I've already got the quoted time into it and I just set the engine back in.
Win some and you lose some I guess.

 

[redline4]

Morning tools.
I have a Dewalt cordless drill.
It drills holes, so I don't see what the fuggin problem is.
Also, 1st day of deer firearm season.
Plus, GFY.

 

[redline4]

Is that the 5 cylinder Colorado? My grandson said do not buy one.

2.8 Diesel

 

[timg]

Had a look at a little Komatsu dozer and CAT loader this morning @timg
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Thanks for posting these @markds2
As the decal states that was a Super power machine at 1200 hp and built to out push the D11. I never had the opportunity to be around one. Someone has done a masterful restoration on that beast. I liked the photo of the bare power train module beside it. Back in the day of powershifts that was Komatsu technology from small to super dozens. Again thx man for posting a seldom seen part of history.

 

[nbbt]

Morning folks. Restoked the wood stove a few ago. 27 to 52 today, not to shabby for the middle of November.

 

[Mastermind]

We're gonna go crawl in the sweat lodge this afternoon. In the meantime, chainsaws.