quick question about tools...
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illafilla at 07.16.08 - 5:32 pm
need to get some 13mm and 15mm wrenches so i can stop stripping all my nuts.
where can i get 'em for cheap ... kmart? target? home depot? i don't have time to comparison shop right now...
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Any of those places, I suspect, but also the chain auto parts places have individual wrenches for sale.
mr rollers07.16.08 - 5:47 pm
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Just remember this...
If you buy cheap, you buy twice.
You'd be better off spending a couple bucks more and investing in a good quality tool. Orange 20 has a combo wrench that is 14/15mm for about 12 dollars.
kyber07.16.08 - 5:56 pm
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99 cent stores have cheap tools. I wouldn't recommend them but they are about a buck. (you did say cheap)
frumble07.16.08 - 5:58 pm
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coo ... i meant minimally expensive, but will def. go for quality ... thanks guise!!!
... now sink
illafilla07.16.08 - 6:01 pm
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go to Sears, buy some craftsman wrenches. If they ever break return them, no questions asked.
e-rock07.16.08 - 8:22 pm
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Craftman is the way to go if don't loose tools. They always have replaced anything that got bent or not working like brand new. It's always been no questions asked. And if they don't have the exact replacement, like a ratchet, they go next up on quality. I even brought in old craftman tools to get a free replacement.
Two Sexy Four This Tread07.16.08 - 11:04 pm
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Craftsman are, hands-down, some of the best tools for the money.
Over the course of 25 years, my stepdad invested at least 10-20 grand in acquiring different sets and individual types of tools from this brand.
With all the work they're put through, they'll take a pounding and only bust if that's what you want to do.
If you want uber-expensive, try Snap-On, or Mac Tool.
These are types of tools that are usually sold to auto/Diesel mechanics via the Roach-Coach-looking trucks.
These tools are about the same quality as Craftsman, but more pricier.
Whereas a Craftsman, 150 piece set will run you about $200, a Snap-On, or Mac set will run you about $600-$700 plus, really quick!!
Then there's always the LBS and their fine selections of Pedro's, Parks, and whatnot.
I say buy some quality, Made-in-USA(Craftsman are anyway) tools over the course of time, and mix up the selection.
However, for a chain-saw, I recommend the STIHL brand, these mothe.........rabble rabble rabble........snore.
bentstrider07.17.08 - 1:00 am
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+1 on kyber's comment
don't buy cheap tools. you will kick yourself.
Roadblock07.17.08 - 1:10 am
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@AT
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that is, after a little bike maintenance
illafilla07.17.08 - 7:47 am
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I've got to agree with what everyone said about cheap tools - buy the best you can afford, take care of them and they'll last practically forever. I use a set of Craftsman wrenches that were purchased in the mid-seventies and they still look brand new. My socket set is a S-K that I got around the same time, been used a lot and still works great.
If it's stuff you're going to be carrying around you might be able to get by with something a little less expensive. Also, bargains on used tools can be found at some swap meets.
mr rollers07.17.08 - 9:15 am
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