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OT— recommendations on mechanics’ tool kit < $200

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Old 02-06-2018, 05:37 PM
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Just trying to learn the stuff. Thanks.
 
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Old 02-06-2018, 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by ZAUskycop
This is a pretty solid foundation for a good tool set. No pliers or adjustable wrenches..or screwdrivers in it. Just sockets and a bunch the allen wrenches. None the less, I carry this in my truck with me. Sadly for you, this was on sale over Christmas for $100! (when I got it)

Husky 268 pc. tool set
So I left for Home Depot prepared to pay $200, and while I didnt get your Christmas deal of $100, they had the $200 box mislabeled and gave it to me for $150.
 
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Old 02-06-2018, 09:41 PM
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Your off and running now. Good job.
 
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Garage sales! I'm not kidding, my brother amassed quite a collection of really nice tools that were dirt cheap. Maybe even flea market or estate sales.
 
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Old 02-06-2018, 11:07 PM
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Garage sales! I'm not kidding, my brother amassed quite a collection of really nice tools that were dirt cheap. Maybe even flea market or estate sales.
Ditto, I literally have a bucket full of ratchets from garage sales and the swap meets. But how can you pass up a good ol' USA ratchet for $2?
 
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