Showing posts with label Best. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Best. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Buying SE 20 pcs Torx, Phillips, Slotted - Screwdriver Set


Similar to another reviewer, the set looked perfectly capable, but the first time I tried to use it, the shaft simply spun in the soft plastic handle, efficiently grinding it into useless junk. This set may be of some use if you never encounter anything that has been screwed in firmly.Get more detail about SE 20 pcs Torx, Phillips, Slotted - Screwdriver Set.

Saturday, March 27, 2010

StoneTech BPSS12-32 BulletProof Stone Sealer, 1-Quart This instant


After doing my research I purchased this to seal our granite countertops as a good comprimise between cost/performance. I applied by pouring a little at a time onto the counter and then spreading/brushing with an unused paint brush. I let it mostly dry and then went over my counter a second time just to make sure. Not 100% sure how well it penetrated the backsplash or edge (vertical surfaces) as it is pretty runny. However they are not the surfaces you are primarily concerned with anyway as liquid won't pool on them.

One note - it did seem to haze the clear caulking around my backsplash slightly. It mostly went away after a couple days so i think it was mostly me just noticing moisure buildup on/under the caulk. Get more detail about StoneTech BPSS12-32 BulletProof Stone Sealer, 1-Quart.

Thursday, March 25, 2010

SE Diamond Hole Saw Set (6 PC) 5/32 "- 1/2" Buy Now


I purchased this set for drilling holes in some extremely hard porcelain tile. They worked exactly as needed. We ran them at a slower speed and kept them well lubricated with water while cutting/grinding. I can't speak to their long-term durability since we needed to make less than a dozen holes. I would suspect that with their small size and small cutting surface their useful life would be somewhat limited. Having said that, they were exactly what we needed since no other drill would make a dent in the tile. The nice size selection allows you create the exact hole size needed. Overall, I was very pleased with the price/performance ratio.

This was purchased from hobbytoolsupply here on Amazon and shipping was extremely quick. Get more detail about SE Diamond Hole Saw Set (6 PC) 5/32 "- 1/2".

Sunday, March 14, 2010

Buy Milwaukee 48-11-1828 High Capacity 18 Volt Battery Pack


3 weeks, still waiting for warranty replacement, evidently Milwaukee is overwhelmed with returns on the M18 batteries. a known issue... good tools, bad batteries... too bad. wish i would have went with Bosch or Ridgid.... too late now. Get more detail about Milwaukee 48-11-1828 High Capacity 18 Volt Battery Pack.

Saturday, March 13, 2010

Where To Buy Bosch HCBG800 Blue Granite 8-Piece Hammer Drill Bit Set


Super strong bits excellent for masonry/concrete/cinderblock. Guys in my neighborhood broke multiple bits going through our 1930 walls. I had no problems though with a hammer drill and Bosch blue granite bits.Get more detail about Bosch HCBG800 Blue Granite 8-Piece Hammer Drill Bit Set.

Shop For Kreg V07-DVD The Pocket Hole Solution to Trim Carpentry


This is an easy to master joining system right out of the box. You will do one practice set-up and then its off-to-the-races! The accompanying DVD is great. It discloses the basics for all face-frame case and cabinet construction. After your first project you will suffer from over confidence. Two points of advice: 1)square cuts and joinery are mandatory. 2)"dry run" and clamp before gluing and screwing. Get more detail about Kreg V07-DVD The Pocket Hole Solution to Trim Carpentry.

Monday, February 15, 2010

Jet JW1031 4-Inch by 10-Feet Black Dust Collection Hose Buy Now


This is fine for connecting to the machines directly, more than flexiable enough if you have them on wheels to move around. For the long runs from the vacuum itself, I used thin wall sewer PVC from Lowes. This is about $8 for 10' length, so half the price of the Jet hose. With smooth walls, it should be better for air flow too. The joint fittings are comparable in price, so even buying the reducer to fit the PVC to the Jet hose, I still saved a lot of money... I needed 3 24' runs of piple for my shop to hook up 8 machines.

Use thin wall PVC sewer pipe for long runs, and get the 4" to 3" inside diameter PVC reducer... it fits perfect inside the Jet hose. Connect this hose to the reducer and the machine and you're in business...Get more detail about Jet JW1031 4-Inch by 10-Feet Black Dust Collection Hose.

Sunday, January 24, 2010

Saturday, January 23, 2010

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Buy Campbell Hausfeld RP3200 12-Volt Inflator and Worklight


i had a campbell hausfeld air infaltor before this, but it finally died after 10+ years. so, i decided to try it again with this model. it worked until a flood kill it (~1.5 years). although "ideal for roadside emergencies", i used it monthly for 2 cars and 1 SUV.

pros
the "feet" hold it in place fairly well (much better than old one!)
tiny size
price

cons
automatic shut off feature died in less than 10 uses
the gauge was a few psi off compared to a digital gauge (but aren't they all?)
just as loud as the old one

now this review may seem a bit negative, but for $25, it did its job.

i'm probably going to buy the Viair 00073 70P this time; it seems like the "best bang for the buck".Get more detail about Campbell Hausfeld RP3200 12-Volt Inflator and Worklight.