tool boxes and tools what brands are you using?
#1
tool boxes and tools what brands are you using?
I was looking for a new roll cab and top chest,
I didn't want to go for snap-on. i thought they were a bit over priced for what i was needing.
I ended up getting a roll cab and chest from sealey, one of the superlinepro ones it looked like good value for what i got, has anyone used these? how did it last?
what brands do you use?
cheers in advance.
I didn't want to go for snap-on. i thought they were a bit over priced for what i was needing.
I ended up getting a roll cab and chest from sealey, one of the superlinepro ones it looked like good value for what i got, has anyone used these? how did it last?
what brands do you use?
cheers in advance.
#7
here mine and its a lot bigger in real life and a 3rd of the price of the same size box of britool
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...m=250163920708
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#10
Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
I use snap on and facom as there the only makes we are allowed to use at work
For Amateur/enthusiasts. Just get a Halford Pro or Clarke stuff.
#11
i bought mine from halfords when they were on offer
and most of my tools too (but thats for sets of stuff i get now if i needed to get something, before i would just buy anythign that came to hand as and when i needed it so i've still got stuff from 20 eyars ago )
and most of my tools too (but thats for sets of stuff i get now if i needed to get something, before i would just buy anythign that came to hand as and when i needed it so i've still got stuff from 20 eyars ago )
#13
i have american pro tool roll cab & top box that cast about Ł1200 cramed with snap on, signet, facom & mac tools that ive lost count on how much i spent but i know its to much lol.
#16
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
I use snap on and facom as there the only makes we are allowed to use at work
For Amateur/enthusiasts. Just get a Halford Pro or Clarke stuff.
#17
I have to confess to using a Taskmaster 3 over 3 top box from my local Part Co. (now unipart)
Was around Ł100 trade and I have to say its really good, real nice rollerbearing draws, very nicely made.
HOWEVER.. their mid box and bottom box although they look the same are not of the same quality so I suspect they are made by someone else.
Available in black or red....
Alternatively if you want something thats as big as a house, I saw some stainless ones in Northampton Motorsport the other day for around Ł1000 for a huge one.
Had proper industrial castors on the bottom, nice hydraulic struts for the top, draws all opened lovely.
the only thing is the brush stainless did give it a little bit of a kebab shop feel... but a hell of a thing for the money.
Was around Ł100 trade and I have to say its really good, real nice rollerbearing draws, very nicely made.
HOWEVER.. their mid box and bottom box although they look the same are not of the same quality so I suspect they are made by someone else.
Available in black or red....
Alternatively if you want something thats as big as a house, I saw some stainless ones in Northampton Motorsport the other day for around Ł1000 for a huge one.
Had proper industrial castors on the bottom, nice hydraulic struts for the top, draws all opened lovely.
the only thing is the brush stainless did give it a little bit of a kebab shop feel... but a hell of a thing for the money.
#18
When on the tools i had all snap-on, limited edition corvette box and roll cab. Loaded with snap-on tools.....got the box at 16 with my mum as the gaurentee(spl) and finished on the tools about 4 yrs ago and had paid over 14k worth drip with snap-on...them pesky sales men....lol
#19
Originally Posted by PT
mate he works on serious machines. Racecars etc so plenty of money pumped into them
#20
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by PT
mate he works on serious machines. Racecars etc so plenty of money pumped into them
#21
Got to say i agree,
you wouldnt want to have a kitchen fitter mitre your worktops with a hammer and screw driver....yo would want him to have the best tools to get the best job....
If the mechanic and garage spend lots on tools it shows that thet are serious about the job they do....
you wouldnt want to have a kitchen fitter mitre your worktops with a hammer and screw driver....yo would want him to have the best tools to get the best job....
If the mechanic and garage spend lots on tools it shows that thet are serious about the job they do....
#22
Originally Posted by JoeE30
Got to say i agree,
you wouldnt want to have a kitchen fitter mitre your worktops with a hammer and screw driver....yo would want him to have the best tools to get the best job....
If the mechanic and garage spend lots on tools it shows that thet are serious about the job they do....
you wouldnt want to have a kitchen fitter mitre your worktops with a hammer and screw driver....yo would want him to have the best tools to get the best job....
If the mechanic and garage spend lots on tools it shows that thet are serious about the job they do....
poppy cock !,,,,, it shows they aint got much money so buy stuff on credit and stupid rates and aint got a clue what a decent tool looks like use what they are TOLD is the best
ps: all my screwdrivers are snap-on but the rest is a mix of tools based on the quality rather than a name
#23
Originally Posted by Ginge !
Originally Posted by JoeE30
Got to say i agree,
you wouldnt want to have a kitchen fitter mitre your worktops with a hammer and screw driver....yo would want him to have the best tools to get the best job....
If the mechanic and garage spend lots on tools it shows that thet are serious about the job they do....
you wouldnt want to have a kitchen fitter mitre your worktops with a hammer and screw driver....yo would want him to have the best tools to get the best job....
If the mechanic and garage spend lots on tools it shows that thet are serious about the job they do....
poppy cock !,,,,, it shows they aint got much money so buy stuff on credit and stupid rates and aint got a clue what a decent tool looks like use what they are TOLD is the best
ps: all my screwdrivers are snap-on but the rest is a mix of tools based on the quality rather than a name
#25
Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
Hey I have enough money and dont put nothing onto credit, so I dont have stupid rates and yes I do know what a decent tool looks like.
your a tech,,, so you KNOW what im on about
theres nothing wrong with credit,,,,,,its down to personal choice
i have a industrial oven/sink ect and a kitchen thats cost LOADS of money with LCD monitors in the walls to watch tv
BUT WE ONLY COOK CHICKEN BREAST AND PASTA and eat chinese take aways the other days
ive actually got 2 sinks an a tap that s got a shower on it that cost me 250 quid from ikea,,,,, BUT WE GOT A DISHWASHER
not everything is like it seams
oh i also got a 50ins plasma aswell as a projector in my front room and a ps2,,, yet i dont watch tv or play computer in my spare time but post on here
#28
Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by PT
mate he works on serious machines. Racecars etc so plenty of money pumped into them
BTW, I notice your company is claiming the Le Mans 95 win. Curious that, as DPR actually ran that car
#29
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by PT
mate he works on serious machines. Racecars etc so plenty of money pumped into them
BTW, I notice your company is claiming the Le Mans 95 win. Curious that, as DPR actually ran that car
Nope I think you will find Paul Lanzante ran the car for Mclaren, with the sole main sponser - Uno clinic
#30
Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by PT
mate he works on serious machines. Racecars etc so plenty of money pumped into them
BTW, I notice your company is claiming the Le Mans 95 win. Curious that, as DPR actually ran that car
Nope I think you will find Paul Lanzante ran the car for Mclaren, with the sole main sponser - Uneo clinic
#31
Craftsman
I must ask...you snap-on guys, the snapon ratchet screwdrivers.....has yours broken yet?! Theyre wank, mine and everyone I know who has one their ratchet mechanism has broken. They wont replace it, just sell me another ratchet kit? Coonts.
Craftsman is a great brand, cheap in the states, but good quality and lifetime warrenty
I must ask...you snap-on guys, the snapon ratchet screwdrivers.....has yours broken yet?! Theyre wank, mine and everyone I know who has one their ratchet mechanism has broken. They wont replace it, just sell me another ratchet kit? Coonts.
Craftsman is a great brand, cheap in the states, but good quality and lifetime warrenty
#32
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by MAD EVO 4
Originally Posted by Rich_w
Originally Posted by PT
mate he works on serious machines. Racecars etc so plenty of money pumped into them
BTW, I notice your company is claiming the Le Mans 95 win. Curious that, as DPR actually ran that car
Nope I think you will find Paul Lanzante ran the car for Mclaren, with the sole main sponser - Uneo clinic
anyway back on topic
#33
Originally Posted by PhilM
Craftsman
I must ask...you snap-on guys, the snapon ratchet screwdrivers.....has yours broken yet?! Theyre wank, mine and everyone I know who has one their ratchet mechanism has broken. They wont replace it, just sell me another ratchet kit? Coonts.
Craftsman is a great brand, cheap in the states, but good quality and lifetime warrenty
I must ask...you snap-on guys, the snapon ratchet screwdrivers.....has yours broken yet?! Theyre wank, mine and everyone I know who has one their ratchet mechanism has broken. They wont replace it, just sell me another ratchet kit? Coonts.
Craftsman is a great brand, cheap in the states, but good quality and lifetime warrenty
#34
Originally Posted by PhilM
I must ask...you snap-on guys, the snapon ratchet screwdrivers.....has yours broken yet?! Theyre wank, mine and everyone I know who has one their ratchet mechanism has broken. They wont replace it, just sell me another ratchet kit? Coonts.
EDIT. Didnt see Ratchet screwdrivers Never broken one of those yet. Not quite sure how you can tbh
#35
I've never taken any credit with any snapon retailers, always pay cash, for the few things I own of that brand!
The selector doesnt click from oneside to another properlly, it'll jam up in the CW or CCW position. Also, you occasionally get a really clunky ratchet click rather than the smooth mechanism its supposed to be.
Usually a quick rebuild & lube sorts them out, but for a Ł60 screwdriver, I really shouldnt have to!
And to top it off, the magnet fell out the end the other day
The selector doesnt click from oneside to another properlly, it'll jam up in the CW or CCW position. Also, you occasionally get a really clunky ratchet click rather than the smooth mechanism its supposed to be.
Usually a quick rebuild & lube sorts them out, but for a Ł60 screwdriver, I really shouldnt have to!
And to top it off, the magnet fell out the end the other day
#36
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Snap On tool boxes.... I don't give a fuck what anyone says, Snap On DO make shit hot tool boxes.... Best one I've ever had and I've had a few (Draper, Clarke (Machine Mart), Sealy) and my Snap On has been fucking superb, and still in EXACTLY the same condition it was when I got it, and considering it's been on my van, bounced about over speed bumps, kerbs, building sites, and involved in two road accidents ( ) thats saying something.... The others listed above were pants and didn't survive at all The Machine Mart "Clarke" one lasted about 4months
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Originally Posted by PhilM
Craftsman
I must ask...you snap-on guys, the snapon ratchet screwdrivers.....has yours broken yet?! Theyre wank, mine and everyone I know who has one their ratchet mechanism has broken. They wont replace it, just sell me another ratchet kit? Coonts.
Craftsman is a great brand, cheap in the states, but good quality and lifetime warrenty
I must ask...you snap-on guys, the snapon ratchet screwdrivers.....has yours broken yet?! Theyre wank, mine and everyone I know who has one their ratchet mechanism has broken. They wont replace it, just sell me another ratchet kit? Coonts.
Craftsman is a great brand, cheap in the states, but good quality and lifetime warrenty
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I had one of them, fooking lost it Shame as I really liked it. The soft grip ones are nice, but when you need to put pressure on a screw the old design was a little more comfortable in your hand with the domed end piece, whereas the newer ones end pieces are flatter and not as comfortable. I keep meaning to buy an older one off ebay or something, but never get round to it