tel Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 one of the best tools ive bough recently is the black and decker powerfile makes me wonder how i managed before i had it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orgasmic Farmer Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Can't imagine going back to grinding disks now i finally have a decent plasma cutter. Quick as you like through 8mm (and will cut 18mm at a push) and cuts alli, painted stuff, rusty stuff, etc with no fuss and no distortion. Last time I used a cutting disk was as a template for a circle cut with the plasma to make a set of spring re-locators! Not cheap i admit but farm fabrication means everything is 6mm plus and I just love the fact I can now be a bit more creative with my cutting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CwazyWabbit Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Can't imagine going back to grinding disks now i finally have a decent plasma cutter. Quick as you like through 8mm (and will cut 18mm at a push) and cuts alli, painted stuff, rusty stuff, etc with no fuss and no distortion. Last time I used a cutting disk was as a template for a circle cut with the plasma to make a set of spring re-locators! Not cheap i admit but farm fabrication means everything is 6mm plus and I just love the fact I can now be a bit more creative with my cutting. You'll be the death of my wallet! I've been lusting after a plasma cutter for a while now .... I wonder how I can sneak it past the mrs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zardos Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 one of the best tools ive bough recently is the black and decker powerfile makes me wonder how i managed before i had it I sort of second the powerfile, I think my air powered finger sander is great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big.Mike Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 I wonder how I can sneak it past the mrs? I hide things like this down my trousers, my wife will never look there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Smith Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 I hide things like this down my trousers, my wife will never look there... It's OK, you can hide it in my garage if you like Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 one of the best tools ive bough recently is the black and decker powerfile makes me wonder how i managed before i had it I love mine! So many places it will get that you can't get a grinder in . Air powered ones are good too as they have even less bulk. This I like, I can see it being used as a fantastic lift for all kinds of things! Yeah, I've used mine for all sorts. Even as a seat when wound up (Before anyone says... I am under 150kg!) Other things: Nogger deburring tool (more from a machining point of view) crocodile clip leads for my multimeter Friend with a Plasma cutter Prop tool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSD Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 More for the in-car toolbox than the workshop, but Clamptite is one of my favourites. Very simple tool, but with a small roll of wire, makes neat and very strong emergency replacements for jubilee clips and similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordonendersby Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Motorcycle bench lift. Couldnt live without one now. Playing with my Bikes. Bought a bicycle clamp stand. Same idea lifting the bicycle to working height. Now if only I had somewhere and the money for 4 post lift for the defender and a tall enough garage for it to fi in. Gordon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffR Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Valium, vodka and a glue bag - I own Landrovers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UdderlyOffroad Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Irwin bolt grippers. Drop the £20, get a set. Don’t be afraid to apply LR tool no 1 to properly hammer it home before attempting to undo. Available from the likes of Amazon too so definitely xmas-pressie territory Full set of flare nut spanners – useful more than just brake pipes ¾” drive socket set. Even a cheapie Ebay special. You’ll never again abuse 1/2” tools to undo tight fasteners. Believe me it does make a difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoSS Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Ok here's a completely new one to me, just seen it on a trailer build thread. Might be investing in one soon... http://www.kregtool.com/Master-System-Prodview.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CwazyWabbit Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Ok here's a completely new one to me, just seen it on a trailer build thread. Might be investing in one soon... http://www.kregtool....m-Prodview.html Have a look here http://www.rutlands.co.uk/cgi-bin/psProdSrch.cgi?mode=user&transid=&search_text=pocket+hole&submit=Go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big.Mike Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Have a look here http://www.rutlands.co.uk/cgi-bin/psProdSrch.cgi?mode=user&transid=&search_text=pocket+hole&submit=Go Yep, I've used this exact product... Good mention! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discomikey Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 was thinking either next this Transmission jack or... proper block and tackle on a shed length RSJ for on ramp engine removal. girder trolley part block and tackle coupled with this would make life so much easier. especially for refitting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffR Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 MIG light UK supplier here http://www.machine-d...-led-torch.html Well it arrived and guess what, it does what it says on the box. Even comes with spare lenses. And man is it worth it's weight in platinum. May post some pics tomorrow..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbekko Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 And it hasn't melted yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffR Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 No! I am genuinely impressed, yes it's made of plastic, yes spatter has stuck to it, but, bugger me , it works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbekko Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Interesting... may have to splurge for christmas then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffR Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 as promised: Lights on: Lights off: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big.Mike Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Right, I have a complaint. This thread has just cost me £100, I now have a 1/2" socket set, some of those brake flange spanners and the unwin bolt extractors. Can we please stop there as my wife is becoming suspicious and she'll start wanting things for HER! (I do fancy one of those welding torch torches, just need a welder to attach it too... Oh well). Cheers, Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonr Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I use a cheap bicycle lamp (which has an appropriate mount included for handlebars / mig torches) as a mig light. Way cheaper and probably better made! My No 1 tool is a Lathe. Ok they tend to be big and often expensive, but I use mine more than any other workshop tool! Maybe that is a reflection of the things I make - but if I had to get rid of everything else, I'd keep my Lathe! Very handy for making everything from washers to odd size nuts & bolts to bushings, spacers and more interesting stuff. It has revolutionised (pun intended) what I can make on my own and opens up a world of possibilities! Mine is CNC, but a simple Myford or similar is all you need. The B&D power-file comes a close second though along with my Riv-Nut tool. Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discomikey Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 i just use an old LED torch for that purpose. only problem being you have to hold it. so its either use the torch but find another way of positioning the metals. OR just close eyes to tack then pick up the mask to weld.. not ideal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C18RCH Posted November 23, 2012 Share Posted November 23, 2012 Socket Head Spanners: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sealey-S0894-Double-Flexi-Head-Socket-Spanner-Set-6pc-Metric-Spanners-Flex-He-/320980920901?pt=UK_Hand_Tools_Equipment&hash=item4abbf42a45 Ratchet Head Spanners: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sealey-Siegen-S0635-Flexible-Head-Ratchet-Combination-Spanner-Wrench-Set-Metric-/380498631501?pt=UK_Hand_Tools_Equipment&hash=item58977c5b4d I think I used these more than a socket set when dismanteling/rebuilding my 110. You can get them into more places than a normal socket set. Wouldn't be wthout them now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejparrott Posted November 23, 2012 Share Posted November 23, 2012 close eyes to tack then pick up the mask to weld.. Auto helmet, saves the danger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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