Tool Thread - Post up your new tools!

[doorman]

Free filing cabinets and some paint and and it looks nice. Reminds me I need to look for some on cl.

Gonna put all my Bentley manuals and porn in there.

This backfired on me once.......wife was looking for a screw driver or something.

Just some sage advice from an old man!

[bstarr3]

I'm looking to replace my box of mismatched and cheap tools with a good quality but not too expensive set. Ratchets, sockets, wrenches, hex keys, screwdrivers - a general, common sizes, mechanics tool set.

What should I buy if I want to spend around $3-400?

[flyboyx]

I'm looking to replace my box of mismatched and cheap tools with a good quality but not too expensive set. Ratchets, sockets, wrenches, hex keys, screwdrivers - a general, common sizes, mechanics tool set.

What should I buy if I want to spend around $3-400?

start with this and build on it.

http://www.craftsman.com/craftsman-302-piece-mechanics-tool-set/p-00948302000P

[bstarr3]

start with this and build on it.

http://www.craftsman.com/craftsman-3...p-00948302000P

So many people on this thread are talking about how craftsman is made in China now and not worth it. Are all American made tools insanely expensive like wright and snap on? I want to keep this set forever, but Ill only be using it for weekend car projects, up to and including engine rebuild/swap

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[keine30]

Craftsman tools are plenty good enough for the weekend warrior. Plus they have a lifetime warranty, no questions asked. Bring anything that breaks into your local sears and you'll get a brand new one. I've even heard of people bringing in their old beaten up Craftsman screwdrivers and exchanging them for new ones.

[M-technik-3]

They are cheaper than Harbor frieght these days. I'd recommend Kobalt from Lowes over Craftsman. That way when Sears folds in 5-6 years you still have a source of Kobalt tools.

I'd like to bring back a few items to Sears but it's cosmetic and the replacement will be cheaper. Very Sad. $209 is ok deal but I got a 409 piece set last spring for my wife's kids for 73 dollars, that way when they stay out of my boxes.

[bstarr3]

Sadly I'm in a rural area and the closest big box store is a HD 90 minutes away. I have a Sears and a HF, so if I want to be able to take advantage of the lifetime warranty, it's Craftsman or Pittsburgh. From what I've heard, I guess I'll find a good deal on a Craftsman set, and maybe get some specialty tools from HF as needed (gear pullers, tie rod separator, etc). Also heard the HF has pretty good quality impact tools for the amateur. I'm also always checking out the local pawn shop for gently used snapon etc.

[McGyver]

Broken stud remover:



I don't want to ever have to use it, but now I have it just in case. And if it works, $20 is waaaaaay cheaper than taking something to a machine shop.

[ThatOneEuroE30]

Snap on man. You are so bad for me...

[PKile]

I bought an ARP ring compressor while I wait for the machine shop to bore out the block...

[flyboyx]

i picked up this style because i thought it would be more universal

[PKile]

I've used the adjustable type for years, but tried an ARP when I rebuilt my Toyota pickup. No binding or sticking, the piston slides right in.

[AndrewBird]

I like the adjustable style, but prefer the ones with pliers to open them up. Much quicker to use.

[Vincent Brick]

Oh how I miss buying tools and having a place to use them, my boxes have been thousands of miles from me for years now, wrapped in plastic in my Dad's shop. I work out of a little '80s plastic toolbox and a small tool bag, both Craftsman.

[mrsleeve]

Interesting facts, for those that dont know Stanley/B&D bought up Cman name last year, and have chosen Lowes as their new primary distribution partner. Word is Stanley is building some new facilities or upgrading current one to make and forge the line. I hold some hope that they will be a decent tool again...

https://www.cnbc.com/2017/10/24/stanley-black-and-decker-taps-lowes-to-sell-the-craftsman-tool-brand.html