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This could be a dangerous thread to visit. But as long as we're talking tools I came across a battery operated screw driver by DeWalt. Doesn't sound like much but wait ... It includes a gyroscope. Hold it in position and press the on switch. The gyroscope starts in order to reference the handle. Then the blade will go in whichever direction you rotate the handle. Twist further to go faster.
Makes our air boxes and bottom panels a breeze to remove or install. Great for house wiring too.
This and my vibra saw have become essential tools for me.
We used Wera bits at work, and I was never impressed with the quality. Cheap steel. I think we got them because our tool supplier handed us the most expensive thing he could, resulting in a larger commission for him. They also wore out quicker. Anything sold by Milwaukee, DeWalt or the likes would be better. I kinda like the looks of that "crescent" wrench though.
On the subject of small power tools, the Milwaukee M12 series is worth it's weight in gold. The tech at my local dealer was using one and I figured if it's good enough for him, it will be more than good enough for me. Great for removing trim and under panels, etc.
Had not heard of this brand, or this website, thanks for sharing. I really need a solid toolset, currently I just buy what I need when I need it but I would eventually like to have a full matching tool set. The stuff from Sonic is very cool, just expensive and it seems those sort of purchases continually get pushed down my list.
Regarding power tools, I have also had very good luck with Milwaukee.
I guess we all love tools and my wife doesn’t really understand why I have so many but the reality is - the right tool is very important to ensure safety and reduce frustration.
Here’s an old school trick that I thought I would share (in case you didn’t already know)...
To ensure a terrific mating surface between bits and fasteners try dipping the bit in valve grinding compound (VGC) first. The extra grit gets in between all the little nooks & crannies to ensure a super tight fit which has 2 benefits - first, no slipping so it reduces the chance of stripping stubborn fasteners and secondly, the VGC will ensure that when you remove the fastener it will remain attached to the bit reducing the risk of dropping it and possibly losing it. BTW - This trick works for non-ferrous fasteners if your bits aren’t magnetized too!
10-16-2020 | 09:01 PM
