Tool Nerds, Questions and Tool Snobbery
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I always figured with a fastener that size, the torque would be such that the box end would be 6-point to reduce the potential for damage. Then again, I see plenty of slug wrenches and big sockets in 12-point, so perhaps that concern is overblown.
Not sure this fits much under snobbery, but definitely fits under nerdy.
While re-organizing my garage/main tool box, I wanted to move most of my frequently used tools to the wall to free up space. Not happy with the off-the-shelf options for wall mount or pegboard options, I decided to make my own.
Custom, laser cut holders to be hung on steel pegboard. Yes, I measured each tool individually for proper sizing and how they would sit in them.
While re-organizing my garage/main tool box, I wanted to move most of my frequently used tools to the wall to free up space. Not happy with the off-the-shelf options for wall mount or pegboard options, I decided to make my own.
Custom, laser cut holders to be hung on steel pegboard. Yes, I measured each tool individually for proper sizing and how they would sit in them.
Plan is to get it all installed tonight.
Original plan was to make them out of Delrin cut on our new water jet for durability. Said waterjet isn't up and running yet and I didn't have the material on hand anyway, so the 3/8" acrylic and laser cutter meant I could have it today at least for a test fit. If they hold up as is, great. If not I can always remake with the original intent.
The last time I had to use a spanner about this size it was to tension a chain, it wouldn't have been possible with a single hex.
Idea: A+, Execution: B-/C+
Few things need to be opened up a bit to either sit right or just plain fit, which I'll attribute to my being too optimistic on the laser cutter tolerances. Few things more crowded than I would have liked but still workable. Looks like I might have to add another pegboard panel to get the height needed for adequate clearance, which I was hoping to avoid but suspected might happen.
Few things need to be opened up a bit to either sit right or just plain fit, which I'll attribute to my being too optimistic on the laser cutter tolerances. Few things more crowded than I would have liked but still workable. Looks like I might have to add another pegboard panel to get the height needed for adequate clearance, which I was hoping to avoid but suspected might happen.
As a funny side note, while I was on the Bridgeport drilling the holes for the pegboard hooks, a group of site management, facilities and EHS folks came through our machine shop going over audit findings. I was trying to think of what I could say I was working on had they asked the whole time they were in there. I couldn't come up with anything, which is good because they never asked.
That looks awesome!
Are the spanners at the top ratcheting ring spanners? If so I don't know if you would want to magnetize them, guess it would only be an issue if you have them around heaps of grinding dust.
My current ones aren't serviceable so they have to get a dunk in ATF every now and again.
What's the grey charger looking thing?
Are the spanners at the top ratcheting ring spanners? If so I don't know if you would want to magnetize them, guess it would only be an issue if you have them around heaps of grinding dust.
My current ones aren't serviceable so they have to get a dunk in ATF every now and again.
What's the grey charger looking thing?
So after a little bit of using the world's manliest tool, the Dremel, everything fits pretty nicely and won't need to get an additional panel after all. Everything comes in and out, though I wished I had the foresight to angle some of the tools (adjustables, channel locks, etc) for better clearance between each other, or slightly staggered some stuff (precision pliers).
Plus there's always rev 2.0 if needed. Pretty happy with the result and even more happy all the stuff is out of the toolbox, as it was painfully overcrowded.
Plus there's always rev 2.0 if needed. Pretty happy with the result and even more happy all the stuff is out of the toolbox, as it was painfully overcrowded.
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They are gear wrenches, the magnetizing is something I wouldn't have thought of. This is my home set and doesn't see anything severe as far as grinding/dust so I'm not too concerned. Interesting point though.
The grey thing is a small trickle charger I use for my mower battery, as needed.
Nabbed an Imperial 3/4" set for $120 Aussie dollars, ratchet sucks compared to the Koken one I lost, but it works.
I’ve done worn out my t8 bit, and still have hundreds of tiny screws to torque, a 2 pack was $9, a 30 pack was $19, choice was obvious. If anybody needs one let me know, I’ll hook you up with a tiny torx
Working on improving the Set in Order part of your 5S system, for your pen, pencil and ruler storage on your desk.
Should they come around when you do v1.34.
Ended up grabbing the 39" Makita rail today. Fondled the HK55 for a bit, but just couldn't justify spending that much for a mostly redundant tool.
This popped up on FB marketplace yesterday. I can't help but wonder if @HardtailHack has one in his toolbox somewhere. The sale description is pretty nice, too.
With ratchet
I see what you did there.Someone's bored at work.
Time for me to buy some replacements. Kicking the can long enough. Ace Hardware Gift card expired. But they let me use it anyways. Replaced the missing 19mm socket and they gave me a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter to replace the one I lost. Craftsmen stuff works for me.
Is that a stanchion wiper?
Some kind of IUD to prevent throught-headset cable routing from reproducing? Nice!
Pfft, mine has a laser in it and is made in Germany, sure it doesn't work, but it's German, and that's what counts.
EDIT- Laser!
They have one for gear alignment that probably doesn't work too.
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You have a 3d printer?
I uploaded it to thingiverse.com and printables. Would print for others too.
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Bike Stem Alignment Tool by Carraig042
Aligning your stem can be difficult! There are a couple stem alignment tools on the market, but are generally expensive. This tool will work great to achieve a no-worry alignment. I used a .16mm layer height without any buildplate adhesion (not enough room on my print bed) Other materials would...
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Quit yer lyin‘, that’s just a lego.
What are you doing to your Avy cart? Shims I hope?
Yeah. Moar compression less rebound. It felt pretty good out of the box but this is on a dumb hardtail so I am trying to get it to ride higher in the travel. Thinking I will reduce the float in the midvalve.