Harbor Freight Tools that don't suck
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Midniteoyl
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Harbor Freight Hercules vs. DeWalt angle grinder (part 1)
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You must be getting a different catalog than I do. Maybe you need a magnifying glass like I do to read the fine print. I am not even sure I get my money's worth on the membership fee as the extra coupons are always the same old stuff that I either have or don't want. The 20% coupons are everywhere. 20% off on the stuff allowed doesn't trigger a special trip for me, only use them if going there for a specific item. I envision as they move into higher grade and more expensive stuff they will evolve more into what Northern Tool is.
Ron
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I've been looking for a way to transport my lawn mower or walk-behind string trimmer.
I'll probably still wind up with a little trailer, but this seems to work pretty well so far.
Got this Wheelchair and Mobility Scooter Hitch Carrier for $127.49 with today's 25%-off coupon.
I'll probably still wind up with a little trailer, but this seems to work pretty well so far.
Got this Wheelchair and Mobility Scooter Hitch Carrier for $127.49 with today's 25%-off coupon.
lostcreekranch
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I looked at those last summer for same use, hauling lawn mower or Swisher string trimmer around the ranch. Ended up buying a 4' x 6' trailer with ramp tail gate from Lowes.
Shop Carry-On Trailer 4-ft x 6-ft Wire Mesh Utility Trailer with Ramp Gate at Lowes.com
It has mesh floor but, I cut a piece of 1/2" ply for it if I need a solid deck.
I mounted my 13 HP pressure washer on its own HF trailer.
lostcreekranch
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Has anyone tried the HF hammer and dolly set? I've got some sheet metal to straighten. The 20% coupon should work on this too?
Body And Fender Set 7 Pc
Body And Fender Set 7 Pc
sixdogs
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I have a similar set and have used it a few times to straighten out fender or hood dents on tractors I acquired. They work fine for that although sometimes I use a heavier ball pein hammer since the hammers in that type of set are normally lighter. The set works fine and I'm glad I have it. It was bought with a 25% off coupon when it was already on sale so that's an OK price.
I bought mine in person so I could make sure all the heads were tight on the hammers. No big deal but I don't like fixing new things. Also, the metal will rust pretty easy so I wipe mine with an oily rag when done using. It's a good purchase although mine doesn't get all that much use.
sixdogs
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A while back there was some conversation about vise grip pliers and their quality. I have this one below and it is an excellent pair of vise grips that I have used and abused for a few years with no problems. This set...
1 " Professional Curved Jaw Locking Pliers
I bought on a sale with a coupon and they replaced a cheaper HF version of the same thing. This set is a good one that will withstand hard use but probably not an extreme amount of abuse.
1 " Professional Curved Jaw Locking Pliers
I bought on a sale with a coupon and they replaced a cheaper HF version of the same thing. This set is a good one that will withstand hard use but probably not an extreme amount of abuse.
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I saw the Vulcan welders in the store today. They all have tremendous eye appeal like a $60,000 pickup. I was impressed.
Whether the superb, obvious quality appearance is matched by the internals remains unknown.
After watching the HF/DeWalt grinder comparison on Youtube that declared those equal, and well built, it appears HF might - might- have set off in a new direction to provide quality tools.
For the high prices HF put on these welders they better be excellent. I am looking forward to seeing Youtube comparison videos.
I'm more optimistic than I was before I saw them.
But I'm not going to buy a Vulcan welder for me. What I already have (at far less cost) has proven sufficient for my farm repairs.
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HF Mig 180 with all the mods
Grizzly H8153 Inverter Tig/Stick
Wards Powr-Kraft AC-230. Stick & Carbon Arc
Prior:
Century 135 Mig
Whether the superb, obvious quality appearance is matched by the internals remains unknown.
After watching the HF/DeWalt grinder comparison on Youtube that declared those equal, and well built, it appears HF might - might- have set off in a new direction to provide quality tools.
For the high prices HF put on these welders they better be excellent. I am looking forward to seeing Youtube comparison videos.
I'm more optimistic than I was before I saw them.
But I'm not going to buy a Vulcan welder for me. What I already have (at far less cost) has proven sufficient for my farm repairs.
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HF Mig 180 with all the mods
Grizzly H8153 Inverter Tig/Stick
Wards Powr-Kraft AC-230. Stick & Carbon Arc
Prior:
Century 135 Mig
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