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Old Mar 15, 2017 | 11:50 AM
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I'm a fan of the rotary tool also. I've cut my way to a solution numerous times with this one. I don't work for Milwaukee, but I recommend this tool 100%.

But my favorite tools are the ones I've had for years and years...very basic stuff - hook tool (cotter pin removal tool), panel tool, pry-bars (sm, md, lg).



 
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Old Mar 15, 2017 | 12:31 PM
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a cordless impact would be even better, but since i bought my 110v impact, my compressor has been reduced to tire-filling duties only.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2017 | 01:08 PM
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I have a cordless angle grinder

With an 0.045 wizz wheel it is definitely my go to tool
 
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Old Mar 15, 2017 | 06:14 PM
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Originally Posted by EDsurvivor
I'm a fan of the rotary tool also. I've cut my way to a solution numerous times with this one. I don't work for Milwaukee, but I recommend this tool 100%.

But my favorite tools are the ones I've had for years and years...very basic stuff - hook tool (cotter pin removal tool), panel tool, pry-bars (sm, md, lg).



That Milwaukee looks pretty damn stout! Yup, got to have the basics as well.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2017 | 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by joey2fords
a cordless impact would be even better, but since i bought my 110v impact, my compressor has been reduced to tire-filling duties only.
Son bought me a cordless impact (Porter Cable) and it really does do an excellent job for smaller jobs where i would normally would use air. Amazed how much torque these cordless tools have these days.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2017 | 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by ArdWrknTrk
I have a cordless angle grinder

With an 0.045 wizz wheel it is definitely my go to tool
What brand is it? Mine is a cheap Ryobi, heavy as hell although it has served me well.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2017 | 09:38 PM
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 01:00 AM
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I also have the Vessel screwdriver set for Japaneses motorcycles.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 05:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Bib
What brand is it? Mine is a cheap Ryobi, heavy as hell although it has served me well.
Dewalt

I have a bunch of Dewalt cordless.
A 1/2" impact gun
2x 1/4" impact drivers
Reciprocating saw
6 1/2 & 5" circular saws
1/2" hammer drill
Led light
angle grinder
oscillating tool.

I like that DeWalt made an adapter so i can use the 20V batteries in my older 18V tools

If I had Milwaukee I would be really interested in their 3/8 ratchet
 
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 05:46 AM
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I also have the Vessel screwdriver set for Japaneses motorcycles.
X3!

JIS screwdrivers are a godsend for vintage Japanese bikes (and cars)
 
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 06:18 AM
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Originally Posted by EDsurvivor
I'm a fan of the rotary tool also. I've cut my way to a solution numerous times with this one. I don't work for Milwaukee, but I recommend this tool 100%...
I've never seen one of those, but I certainly will look around for one.

I love cutting discs. The cable drive with a disc on my Dremel is great for cutting/splitting rounded/rusted nuts in tight places, leaving the bolt or stud intact. (like on a Y-pipe or exhaust manifold)
 
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 08:54 AM
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Die grinders are a must for porting.
They come in many sizes and right angle versions too.

While electric die grinders are bulky and often use a suspension system (think something like a cord reel with aircraft cable on the spool) they dont get freezing cold like holding an air tool that's wide open for hours and hours.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 09:48 AM
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I have a 220 die grinder that is amazing...but it's a burr killer.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 11:07 AM
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Don't own a die grinder...although looking to do a bit of porting on a set of E7 heads for the 351 rebuild. 220 as in 220V?
 
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Old Mar 16, 2017 | 02:17 PM
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I've been replacing my corded with battery tools. I know they have newer/higher voltages but the 18v grinder is very handy. A cordless impact is dang handy too.
 
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