Lee Valley has an interesting DIY segment on building sawhorses. The idea that came to my mind is that I always have scraps of plywood kicking around, why not put them to use as the plans show that mostly small strips are used. Plans even include sacraficial board.
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Don’t know about you guys but when I start electrical stuff, I just want it to be over. Probably part of the fun is having to find my wire cutting, then my pliers… so why they hell can’t they just put all of it into one? We’ve gone to the moon! Should be simple in comparison no? Well I feel on these, and really thinking they need a review, could be a heaven in that junction box. Read more about the Ridgid 86E Copper and Coax Cutter/Stripper/Crimper…
Features
RIDG-BACK blade design reduces cutting force up to 50%. A return-spring enables one-hand opening and closing of the tool. Positive lock to protect cutting and stripping edges when stored. Ergonomic, cushion-grip handles allow easy and comfortable use. Paint-filled tool graphics, rather than industry-standard pad-stamped grahpics, provide quick and long-lasting identification of all tool functions. Application markings clearly indicated on grips allowing for quick identification of the proper tool. Steel wire shears, bolt cutting stations, and wire looping holes included for additional versatility. Nose pliers for working small nuts and pulling wire.
And this weeks Lazy Learn Something Sunday Tutorial Tool… or something like that? …Presents you with a great site with grat moto: Amateur Woodworker - “Limited tools should not limit one’s imagination“. They provide you with many detailed projects well documented. They guides and tutorials on joints, finishes, woods, tools to name a few. Best of all is the projects page that spans from fancy desk clocks to workshop shelving and even a carved owl coat hanger. Direct jump here…
The next time you’re tempted to call a spade a shovel be sure to read this article by Ace Hardware, it explains the differences what each type of shovel is used for so while gardening or digging out a trench your Mr. Expert neighbor won’t be laughing at you. Also includes cute diagram that gives you quick reference of the various shovels so that next time you go shopping you can get the right puppy for the job. Direct jump here…
Even if your not going to use it, consider all the trademarks your getting! The Stanley FatMax Xtreme FuBar… or “uber-crowbar” for short, and I’m trademarking that. It does have interesting features like the jaw for wedging out wood… poor wood. Here is their list of highlights…
- 4-in-1 tool for prying, splitting, board bending and striking jobs
- One piece forged steel bar for increased durability
- Two-tiered jaws for grabbing common dimensional lumber & decking
- Beveled nail slot for pulling & prying nails
- Textured grip for excellent comfort & control, even when wet
- Tempered steel that prevents chipping
View and buy online from Stanley here…
Black & Decker is giving the adjustable wrench a design makeover. Looks almost like it would style with your Crocks, ya those ugly foam injected shoes. Nice thing is that you hit a button and it auto automatically adjusts to the bolt size… too bad the product demo shows only some Flash based eye candy and no actual instructions as I was rather curious if it also expands or you have to turn that little thumb thinger to get it back open for the next bolt size? Hmmmm.
- Automatically adjusts to any size nut or bolt up to 1-1/4″ with the push of a button
- Work in tight areas with the convenience of one-touch adjustment
- Professional heat treated hardened steel and 220 ft-lbs. of torque are tough enough for any job
be sure to check out www.toolmonger.com for tons of greatest and latest posts. Their DealMonger thingy lists great deals such as the DeWalt $12 safety goggles. Tons more of informative and funny-as-hell posts and test videos.
Ever needed something that gave you the angle of something based on level measurements? I built this cedar skylight for the house last year, well it’s still not all polished up, but the angles on the upper section were quite complex and spent quite a bit of time using my old college math skills… or rather trying to remember them. This product from CH Hanson is a square with a pivot hinge, you can locate the exact angle of a roof pitch without having to make a whole bunch of measurements for COS… or is it SIN… guess it’s back to my old notes. Here’s a direct link…
The Pivot Square features three UV resistant vials that quickly and easily determine roof pitches and angles, indicate grade, facilitate miter cuts and allow for leveling and plumbing cuts. Additionally, the Pivot Square includes a locking mechanism that sets the square at a specific angle for accurately marking repetitive cut lines in either degrees or roof pitches. Pivot Square is extremely durable and made from finest machined aluminum alloy.
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