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Tools you can't live without

Discussion in 'Garage / Workshop' started by slmgt, Apr 21, 2011.

  1. Oct 22, 2011 at 6:33 PM
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    OnTheTrail

    OnTheTrail Well-Known Member

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  2. Dec 4, 2011 at 10:27 PM
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    Optimus2009

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    Bilstein 5100s x 4, Fabtech 1.5" AAL, Pioneer DMH-W4660NEX, SiriusXM, Console Vault
    My preferred light source while working is a headlamp (Petzl brand preferably). No light to move around and the light is always where I'm looking. The utility and ease of use far outweigh the fact that I look like a coal miner.
     
  3. Dec 5, 2011 at 12:58 PM
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    george3

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    Seat belt beeper, Cabelas (Weathertech) floor liner gray, Covercraft Seat Savers in Taupe, Protecta Heavy Duty Rubber Truck Bed Mat, Pop n Lock PL5200, Pace Edwards Full Metal JackRabbit, Wolverine oil pan heater, Scangauge2, afe pro dry s filter, Remote Underbody 4 Piece LED Light Kit (White) used as Bed light, DIY Washable Cabin Air Filter, PA15-TOY, 4x4 Illuminated Switch, full synthetic, Redline Tuning Hood Support, Smittybilt Nerf Steps black powder-coated
    Just Googled petzl headlamps. Many models - some big $$. Which do you use ? I've been using a streamlight headlamp. Couldn't work w/o it. Thanks for any reply. Always interested in improving working conditions.
     
  4. Dec 5, 2011 at 1:05 PM
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    johnnyman1

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    nerf audio
    My 3 are cordless drill, angle grinder, rachet/socket set
     
  5. Dec 5, 2011 at 1:11 PM
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    Optimus2009

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    I have a very basic tikka that I bought 5 or 6 years ago and it still works great. I have a tikka with white and red light that was for work use, but that is overkill for auto work. I have seen guys with some good ones made by energizer that performed in some crappy conditions. I would venture a guess that they are more conservatively priced.
     
  6. Dec 5, 2011 at 1:48 PM
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    george3

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    Thanks.
     

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