The new tool thread

[frayz]

f**k that, I smack my ratchet spanners with a lump hammer to crack s**t free

Life is too short to be messing about like a woman

Fortunately for me, i've never had a fastener on any of my cars put up much of a fight.
With what these bloody things cost, i'm certainly not hitting them with a sodding hammer... f'king butcher!!

 

[YorkshireKyle]

Fortunately for me, i've never had a fastener on any of my cars put up much of a fight.
With what these bloody things cost, i'm certainly not hitting them with a sodding hammer... f'king butcher!!

Tbh I don't blame you, mine are only Halfords so not arsed really

My snap-on gun was fine in the rain and when gearbox oil occasionally got spilt on it I'm trying to look after my Milwaukee stuff so when it starts spitting I lob them under the car

 

[Mertin]

Why?

That's like purposefully asking for a small c**k at birth

Because its me thats buying them and thats what I prefer

Rather have the rigidity and know the spanner will be where I want it to be when reaching into awkward places and able to put force on it without it having a mind of its own

 

[YorkshireKyle]

Because its me thats buying them and thats what I prefer

Rather have the rigidity and know the spanner will be where I want it to be when reaching into awkward places and able to put force on it without it having a mind of its own

Sounds like you need to stop being a flannel tbh

 

[Louis]

I want a decent rechargeable handheld work light. Anyone got any recommendations?
Almost wouldnt mind one that has a stand

 

[rbeazer]

I want a decent rechargeable handheld work light. Anyone got any recommendations?
Almost wouldnt mind one that has a stand

Check out unlite. I have the slr-500 and the slr-1000 and cant fault them. Can be used easily handheld but also have a stand, magnets, hook and tripod mount

 

[Dom_capper]

I’ve a few decent ones but my dad has this sealey one and prefer using that. It’s just always really easy to get it mounted wherever you need when working in tight spaces and plenty bright enough. It’s on my long list

 

[Louis]

Sorry, by stand I mean like a recharging base you can just plonk it into. Rather than having to find the cable everytime and plug it in

 

[frayz]

Another vote for Unilite. Not sure they have charging bases though, as all the ones I’ve seen are plug in.

 

[JamesBryan]

Yeah Unilite have a good rep from what I've seen.

I've got the small Milwaukee one which can hang up on things and takes the M18 batteries.

 

[Archtronics]

I have this really handy sticks almost anywhere and has hooks if it’s not magnetic.

Luceco Rechargeable LED Inspection Torch Green 500lm

Order online at Screwfix.com. Rechargeable, impact-resistant LED inspection torch and car charger. Super bright, single LED light allows for no multi-shadows and clearer light output. Supplied with multi-fixings and strong magnetic bases for maximum versatility. Ideal for all professional...

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[Mertin]

Decided on a sealey set in the end rather than forking out for Bluepoint / Snap on

Reversible Ratchet Combination Spanner Set | AK63944 | Sealey

Lifetime Guarantee - High quality slim style Chrome Vanadium steel spanners. 12pc Metric. Ultra-smooth 100-Tooth WallDrive® ratchet ring. Ideal for use where space is limited.

www.sealey.co.uk

As for torches, led auto lamps do one with a dock but its smaller than most normal inspection lamps

 

[jameswrx]

f**k that, I smack my ratchet spanners with a lump hammer to crack s**t free

Life is too short to be messing about like a woman

I think working mobile fleet and hgv for 10 years shaped the way I care for tools.

Start out caring, drying them off and after a while you’re on your back wondering how you ended up doing this... dragging your new impact gun through the wet mud & your tools are all soaked through. It’s when you get back out Monday morning and open your tool box and it’s all pissing wet inside still, been stewing all weekend.

To be fair though there’s not much I’ve broken despite the abuse.

I did mention it the other day but my Halfords flexi ratchet spanners are still good and I have hammered (literally) them too. Broke most of my Mac ones doing the same abuse.

I love flexi stuff, some people don’t seem to but I use my flexi ratchets for almost every job. It’s pretty rare I’ll pickup a rigid ratchet.

 

[dann2707]

I think working mobile fleet and hgv for 10 years shaped the way I care for tools.

Start out caring, drying them off and after a while you’re on your back wondering how you ended up doing this... dragging your new impact gun through the wet mud & your tools are all soaked through. It’s when you get back out Monday morning and open your tool box and it’s all pissing wet inside still, been stewing all weekend.

To be fair though there’s not much I’ve broken despite the abuse.

I did mention it the other day but my Halfords flexi ratchet spanners are still good and I have hammered (literally) them too. Broke most of my Mac ones doing the same abuse.

I love flexi stuff, some people don’t seem to but I use my flexi ratchets for almost every job. It’s pretty rare I’ll pickup a rigid ratchet.

Thank you for the suggestion, I've just ordered a set of the flex head ratchet spanners from Halfords. £56 with trade discount for 8 to 19mm spanners, what a bargain and £14 saving.

Pick them up tomorrow

 

[dann2707]

I love them

 

[frayz]

Nice

 

[YorkshireKyle]

Sexy @dann2707

And the spanners are too

 

[dann2707]

Sexy @dann2707

And the spanners are too

Haha thank you hun

I'm putting on weight at a rapid pace but it's all for R&D to see how much weight these spanners can take.

 

[YorkshireKyle]

Haha thank you hun

I'm putting on weight at a rapid pace but it's all for R&D to see how much weight these spanners can take.

Don't worry, you'll never catch up to me

I'm just a born winner

 

[Djw John]

Handheld usb rechargeable worklight for under £50, what would you get lads?

 

[frayz]

Handheld usb rechargeable worklight for under £50, what would you get lads?

Unilite SLR 500 on flash sale at the mo for £30

 

[Djw John]

They were on the list so that's bought, nice and easy! Cheers

 

[Louis]

I've asked for the 275R for christmas.

 

[BashRacing]

These are awesome for anyone else looking I Have 5 ( work issue )

Durite LED Cordless Rechargeable Inspection Lamp 410lm for sale online | eBay UK

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Durite LED Cordless Rechargeable Inspection Lamp 410lm at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products!

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[YorkshireKyle]

As a Yorkshireman I begrudge paying more than a tenner for a light I'm only going to drop in a 15l drum of old diesel oil

Or my phone which I did once

 

[frayz]

As a Yorkshireman I begrudge paying more than a tenner for a light I'm only going to drop in a 15l drum of old diesel oil

Or my phone which I did once

Haha, i remember watching an apprentice do exactly that with his work boot. Gleefully kicked it off on a Friday before going home for a long weekend and it landed straight in a full drain tray of diesel oil. Hahaha.

Didnt shine there did ya son!

 

[dann2707]

Just ordered 2 of these. 1 for me 1 for my dad. Good price and the reviews seem good

But then again as the saying goes bruy cheap, brunged twice

 

[jameswrx]

I’ve got various lights (being a torch geek) inc snap on puck lights etc.

I bought this the other week and it’s actually really good. Has magnet on bottom and back, the lamp part can go to 180° and then spin round so you can close it back up with the LED out even. The lamp LED is fully dimmable with a thumb wheel. It also has an LED right on the tip with a separate switch so you can poke it in places. It’s actually quite small and when folded it’s about the size of a clasped hand.

I did also find the unbranded version of this type of light made by snap-on on eBay in the US but to be honest the Ring one is better as it’s smaller and the head is more movable.

 

[J-J]

Air ratchet because big compressor. Surprisingly useful.

 

[frayz]

Another light. Just can’t help myself. Unilite’s new IL-375. Adjustable brightness on the making flood, magnets all over and only 6mm wide it’s super low pro. Alloy and composite body, and USB C charging. £40 quid on special at Unilite.
Oh and I took some pics of it on this time.

 

[Stiamh-JM]

Another light. Just can’t help myself. Unilite’s new IL-375. Adjustable brightness on the making flood, magnets all over and only 6mm wide it’s super low pro. Alloy and composite body, and USB C charging. £40 quid on special at Unilite.
Oh and I took some pics of it on this time.

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Unilite are a great quality brand, I source and sell their stuff through work and have been to their HQ, really nice stuff.

Did you take any more pics?

 

[frayz]

Unilite are a great quality brand, I source and sell their stuff through work and have been to their HQ, really nice stuff.

Did you take any more pics?

I got moaned at last time for not taking any.

 

[OssPoop]

Maybe a short video next time?

 

[dann2707]

f**k me, just on the phone to ee to see if they can up my data plan

 

[frayz]

f**k me, just on the phone to ee to see if they can up my data plan

No f**king pleasing some people is there. Merry f**king Christmas.

 

[dann2707]

No f**king pleasing some people is there. Merry f**king Christmas.

I'm only joking but the comment last time was seeing it actually on, I didn't say I needed a full on give me a tiger growl photo shoot whilst your widgy was getting moist in anticipation of all the dark things you're going to light up

 

[frayz]

I'm only joking but the comment last time was seeing it actually on, I didn't say I needed a full on give me a tiger growl photo shoot whilst your widgy was getting moist in anticipation of all the dark things you're going to light up

You’re going to get the private video by PM next time. Illuminated leopard skin speedos incoming.

 

[dann2707]

My face throughout the whole thing:

 

[leeds2592]

My face throughout the whole thing:

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Like this more like

 

[Jamie86]

Looking at buying some “Torque sticks” for doing quick wheel changes anyone had much experience of them?