Tools and Shop Talk - Opinions, Thoughts, Reviews, B.S., etc.

[whippersnapper02]

Bought a Jawco thread chaser set. I'll get taps down the road.

 

[kasnerd]

http://instagr.am/p/CQMnidEjl_G/

 

[kasnerd]

WANT

https://imgur.com/PpoaRW2

 

[kasnerd]

Son of a bitch, Knipex...

STUPID MUSIC ALERT!

http://instagr.am/p/CQrByefCrsW/

 

[4runner DOA]

Son of a bitch, Knipex...

STUPID MUSIC ALERT!

http://instagr.am/p/CQrByefCrsW/

That's what that's for? My dad had one that I inherited. Hahaah. Always wondered wtf it was. I'll have to dig it out and see what brand it is.

 

[Itaro]

That's what that's for? My dad had one that I inherited. Hahaah. Always wondered wtf it was. I'll have to dig it out and see what brand it is.

… it’s another hammer. Admit it

 

[clntg]

Random bit here, but if any of you decide to back flush your block or radiator (particularly if you have a 3.4 5VZFE) these little guys from Orbit (PN 53360 - Amazon link included) are perfect clamp in fit for the radiator hose.

 

[Stairgod]

Been cutting aluminum on a regular chopsaw for years. 1/4" thick angle was a bit too much(or I fed it too fast).
Anyone have experience with a good slow speed non-abrasive chop saw?
Bandsaw is getting old for cutting ferrous stuff too.

 

[4WALKER]

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Been cutting aluminum on a regular chopsaw for years. 1/4" thick angle was a bit too much(or I fed it too fast).
Anyone have experience with a good slow speed non-abrasive chop saw?
Bandsaw is getting old for cutting ferrous stuff too.

Get a cold saw and never look back

 

[Stairgod]

Get a cold saw and never look back

Brand and model recommendation?

 

[clearock]

I have a Makita LC1230, its an ok unit, but a few of things I wish where better r... The clamp sucks, its always getting caught up on the deck, I have to use a square to make sure the angle adjustment is where I need it rather then relay on the build in gauge, and it made in China.... wish I had know said beforehand and would have looked for something higher-end. I went with it because of other Makita tools I have but wouldn't buy it again.

 

[4WALKER]

Brand and model recommendation?

Have only abused this one. I have them at both my shops and they are used damned near every day. Not a slow speed saw though now I re read your request.

https://feintools-online.com/72905361120-fein-mccs14-metal-cutting-chop-saw-14-120v.html

 

[Stairgod]

Have only abused this one. I have them at both my shops and they are used damned near every day. Not a slow speed saw though now I re read your request.

https://feintools-online.com/72905361120-fein-mccs14-metal-cutting-chop-saw-14-120v.html

That is slow enough and exactly what I was looking for.
Looks like it has a quick release on the vise rod. Does it have detents on the angle stop?

 

[4WALKER]

That is slow enough and exactly what I was looking for.
Looks like it has a quick release on the vise rod. Does it have detents on the angle stop?

I'll have to check Monday when I get in. We do almost exclusively 90° cuts for angle iron, round stock and flat stock to repair liftgates and box frames

 

[4WALKER]

Tripped me out the first time I used it too. Picked up the fresh cut with my bare hands and not even a little heat in it. 4 years and only replaced the blade once and I assume that's because the guys don't let the tool do the work for them and rush the cuts

 

[Stairgod]

Tripped me out the first time I used it too. Picked up the fresh cut with my bare hands and not even a little heat in it. 4 years and only replaced the blade once and I assume that's because the guys don't let the tool do the work for them and rush the cuts

Even my bandsaw pits heat into the piece.
I toasted my thumb after I cut that aluminum on the chopsaw. I am definitely ready for the right tool.

 

[not_nick]

Do any of those kinda saws have a good clamp/vise tho? Haven't used many but i've yet to use one with a clamp that's even decent imo much less okay - good

 

[Stairgod]

Do any of those kinda saws have a good clamp/vise tho? Haven't used many but i've yet to use one with a clamp that's even decent imo much less okay - good

They look and act similar to the clamp on an abrasive saw and on my horizontal bandsaw. Generally the higher quality the saw the better the clamp assembly. I have an abrasive saw that I hate but the clamp is good. Old Delta

 

[malburg114]

I like buying tools older than me. This vertical band saw is sweet

 

[AssBurns]

I like buying tools older than me. This vertical band saw is sweet View attachment 48530View attachment 48531View attachment 48532

Jealous! Now how did you manage to find room in the garage for that beauty?