Tools?
Road Master
Joined: Jun 2009
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From: CENTRAL IL
what c=man tools are you having warrenty issues with?
kobalts selection and availability around here have been a bit 'luck of the draw"
finding the better grade harbor freights are pretty good for home mechanic duty and alsao have lifetime warranty that they have always honored.
kobalts selection and availability around here have been a bit 'luck of the draw"
finding the better grade harbor freights are pretty good for home mechanic duty and alsao have lifetime warranty that they have always honored.
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 311
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From: Florida
Northern Tools have been getting into my tool box lately. Especially the big ones for the axle nut. It was also a good price.
Generally Harbor Freight tools are not high quality but if you have to have it to complete a job I've bought them. I have a HF wheel chock that works very good.
My 2 cents are to buy what you need now and fill your tool as you need them. This will require many trips to the tool store but as you get more experienced you'll be using more tools.
Some of the basic ones are:
Torx bits
Allen bits
Screwdriver set
3/8" Socket set with at least a 6" extension or buy it seperate
Needle and regular pliers
Box/open wrench set
Flash light that can attach to the bike or a head band
Service manual is a must have. I have the DVD(about $12.00) and book(about $65.00).
Try to buy the quality tools first as they tend to last longer and fit better. I have not had luck with Craftsman socket wrenchs. I use anything but those.
Hope this helps
FLHPRK
Generally Harbor Freight tools are not high quality but if you have to have it to complete a job I've bought them. I have a HF wheel chock that works very good.
My 2 cents are to buy what you need now and fill your tool as you need them. This will require many trips to the tool store but as you get more experienced you'll be using more tools.
Some of the basic ones are:
Torx bits
Allen bits
Screwdriver set
3/8" Socket set with at least a 6" extension or buy it seperate
Needle and regular pliers
Box/open wrench set
Flash light that can attach to the bike or a head band
Service manual is a must have. I have the DVD(about $12.00) and book(about $65.00).
Try to buy the quality tools first as they tend to last longer and fit better. I have not had luck with Craftsman socket wrenchs. I use anything but those.
Hope this helps
FLHPRK
Craigslist is eat up with tools right now with the economy the way it is. I have also had good luck with cobalt stuff and have pretty much quit fooling with Craftsman. There are more Lowes stores out there than there are sears now days.
I have the Aluminum Jack from Sears and it works great. Not the most stable thing but the bike is not going anywhere. If you want the secure feeling, save up and get a J&S or a Pit Bull. Thats another Craigslist item to look for but you have to check several times a day usually as they do not last long.
An air compressor is a must have, handy for all kinds of things. Look for one that give you about 90 CFM or better and it will serve you well.
Pawn shops can be a good source for used stuff but you have to watch them because sometimes they want as much or more than you can buy new for.
Have fun, I love buying tools.
I have the Aluminum Jack from Sears and it works great. Not the most stable thing but the bike is not going anywhere. If you want the secure feeling, save up and get a J&S or a Pit Bull. Thats another Craigslist item to look for but you have to check several times a day usually as they do not last long.
An air compressor is a must have, handy for all kinds of things. Look for one that give you about 90 CFM or better and it will serve you well.
Pawn shops can be a good source for used stuff but you have to watch them because sometimes they want as much or more than you can buy new for.
Have fun, I love buying tools.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2010
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From: Miami, FL
Craigslist is eat up with tools right now with the economy the way it is. I have also had good luck with cobalt stuff and have pretty much quit fooling with Craftsman. There are more Lowes stores out there than there are sears now days.
I have the Aluminum Jack from Sears and it works great. Not the most stable thing but the bike is not going anywhere. If you want the secure feeling, save up and get a J&S or a Pit Bull. Thats another Craigslist item to look for but you have to check several times a day usually as they do not last long.
An air compressor is a must have, handy for all kinds of things. Look for one that give you about 90 CFM or better and it will serve you well.
Pawn shops can be a good source for used stuff but you have to watch them because sometimes they want as much or more than you can buy new for.
Have fun, I love buying tools.
I have the Aluminum Jack from Sears and it works great. Not the most stable thing but the bike is not going anywhere. If you want the secure feeling, save up and get a J&S or a Pit Bull. Thats another Craigslist item to look for but you have to check several times a day usually as they do not last long.
An air compressor is a must have, handy for all kinds of things. Look for one that give you about 90 CFM or better and it will serve you well.
Pawn shops can be a good source for used stuff but you have to watch them because sometimes they want as much or more than you can buy new for.
Have fun, I love buying tools.
As for the Air Compressor Dave, I am definitely looking into one, thanks for the CFM info, but how many gallons can I get by with?
I appreciate all of the input here by everyone, much more than I expected
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 311
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From: Florida
Here's a thought.... Not many these days...
I have a few extra tools I would give ya and I'm sure others have some to. This could give you a head start and then get the rest later. I'll bring them to the rally if your coming. Just let me know so I don't haul them for nothing.
I bought a compressor from Northern Tool and it has worked out pretty good. I like air tools cause they are fast. The compressor is noisy though so think about your neighbors.
My other 2 cents worth.........
I have a few extra tools I would give ya and I'm sure others have some to. This could give you a head start and then get the rest later. I'll bring them to the rally if your coming. Just let me know so I don't haul them for nothing.
I bought a compressor from Northern Tool and it has worked out pretty good. I like air tools cause they are fast. The compressor is noisy though so think about your neighbors.
My other 2 cents worth.........
The gallons are not really an issue as long as the head will keep up the pressure. Five Gallons are the most common and will usually serve the homeowner just fine. The smaller the storage the more it will run but if you are pulling a hard 90 lbs on it it is going to run all the time anyway. Smaller ones just don't take as long to fill up initially. If you look at an oil free one just know that it is disposable but should last for a long time with homeowner use. The better oil free ones have Ceramic pistons and liners. I have used oil free Porter Cables everyday for years with no issues running nail guns at work.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2010
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From: Miami, FL
The gallons are not really an issue as long as the head will keep up the pressure. Five Gallons are the most common and will usually serve the homeowner just fine. The smaller the storage the more it will run but if you are pulling a hard 90 lbs on it it is going to run all the time anyway. Smaller ones just don't take as long to fill up initially. If you look at an oil free one just know that it is disposable but should last for a long time with homeowner use. The better oil free ones have Ceramic pistons and liners. I have used oil free Porter Cables everyday for years with no issues running nail guns at work.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2010
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From: Miami, FL
Here's a thought.... Not many these days...
I have a few extra tools I would give ya and I'm sure others have some to. This could give you a head start and then get the rest later. I'll bring them to the rally if your coming. Just let me know so I don't haul them for nothing.
I bought a compressor from Northern Tool and it has worked out pretty good. I like air tools cause they are fast. The compressor is noisy though so think about your neighbors.
My other 2 cents worth.........
I have a few extra tools I would give ya and I'm sure others have some to. This could give you a head start and then get the rest later. I'll bring them to the rally if your coming. Just let me know so I don't haul them for nothing.
I bought a compressor from Northern Tool and it has worked out pretty good. I like air tools cause they are fast. The compressor is noisy though so think about your neighbors.
My other 2 cents worth.........
Thanks for the offer brother, very nice of you. Unfortunately I will not be able to make the rally this year. I am less than two weeks back at work after my hand surgery and have a lot of time swaps to repay to fellow co-workers, I just can't get the time off.
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Damn, that sucks. Was looking forward to seeing you. I may have to come down there to say hi!
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Road Warrior
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From: Miami, FL
I hadn't reached out yet, but late November/Early December if you're game I'm good with heading up your way before the end of year holidays on my next "off day" cycle. Just need to repay the time brother, people were kind enough to work for me so I wouldn't urn Sick/Vacation time and still get a check, and I want to be as prompt in repaying them the time I owe. Most of the guys that did work for me all did so on short notice. As much as I have been looking forward to the rally for the riding and Sleep (new baby) I need to take care of this first.