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It happens. Restorations can take forever because you are always making decisions on parts. Do I save the part or replace it? Can I replace it or do I have to fabricate? Original used part or aftermarket? Perform like factory or upgrade? The choices are ridiculous and you almost have to be there 7x24 to babysit the project. If something doesn't fit, the junior guys will sit and wait till the more experienced guys come to help. Everything stalls till you kick someone in the ass. There are always "other things to do" around the shop. A year in the bodyshop is almost normal for a restoration.

 

Don't let friends borrow tools

Friend of mine borrowed my Snap On Dead Blow Hammer and he brought it back like this !!

 

Looks like he missed. At least twice

 

That's a 58oz dead blow hammer I've had since purchased new 17year's ago !!

 

Let me guess, he was using it to drive a metal pole in the ground and didn't have a sledge hammer?

 

Actually was using it to bust up an old couch !!

 

Seriously? I'd say he owes you a new hammer.
And he needs to take a course in selecting the proper tool for a job.

 

He's going to find a local Snap On Dealer where he works and replace it for me or purchase a new one

 

Good luck with that
"In addition to any limitations outlined in warranty statements provided with the Product, Snap-on does NOT provide any warranty for (1) products labeled other than Snap-on or Blue-Point or (2) products subjected to "abnormal use". Products that are not labeled Snap-on or Blue-Point are subject to the warranty provided by the manufacturers of those products and Snap-on will pass along any such warranties. "Abnormal use" includes misuse, accident, modification, unreasonable use, abuse, neglect, lack of maintenance, use in product-related service, or use after the product is significantly worn. Abnormal use of tool storage units also includes, without limitation, situations when a unit is pulled using a mechanical vehicle, rolled over large drops, used in a highly corrosive environment, used as a step stool, modified with non-Snap-on parts, overloaded or modified in any way."

 

He did originally ask to use it for a stuck suspension part then it was used for couch demolition

 

Next time he is sick, ask if he wants to use your rectal thermometer. If he says yes, put the hammer up his butt instead.

Perhaps this may remind him to consider proper tool selection

 

LOL !!

 

Just found this , Hawaiin style RC Toyota 4x4

https://youtu.be/9GgjXbctL7U

 

Howinthehell did he manage to break a dead blow hammer??? That takes some talent!

 

I was told this is a common problem on older Snap On Dead Blow hammers. especially if it's. Cold outside and the hammer has been contaminated with oil or coolant . I was told under these conditions they shatter easily


Edit ... Did a little interwebs search on shattered dead blow hammers and there's a lot of issues with them shattering due to age , brittleness and chemical exposure

 

Nice sunset today, I tried to make it down to the water to grab a pic but no luck. I hope y'all had a good day. Stay safe

 

just finished washing the blue bling mobile! i HATE a dirty truck! looking good but i need a dead blow hammer! lol! evening chuck and the rest of you kooks! has to be 58 oz by the way! giggity goo

 

Any pics of the "clean" Blue Bling mobile !!

 

Maybe I can get caught up here later, but here's a few shots. All sounded great! I have to get some wider, paintable cable channels for the heavier wire, but other than that, about done. The first shot is the Bluetooth screen streaming music from my phone. It does really well!

 

in the garage now, sorry brother-lol