Harbor Freight Tools that don't suck

[Wasmeneh]

I have had a Portland pole saw(corded) for a few years. Works fine no issues so far. Not as handy as the battery operated one but probably just as strong.

 

[Paul Thornton]

I have a corded pole saw, run it off a small generator, works great.

 

[newbury]

I have it. Use it to store all my power tools, blades, drill bits, kreg stuff. On top is my little belt/disc sander and drill press. Drawers and doors are great. Shelves are ok. The wood top, is a thin wood top. Didnt expect anything as far as that goes. Its chinese, probably rubber wood or whatever they found over there that's cheap. It works fine for what it is.

Thanks, I primarily want it to replace the HF $7 furniture dolly my Husky 36 in. 6-Drawer Tool Chest rides on.


It's the blue one and looks lonely almost sitting on the floor.

 

[Pixguy]

I have a corded pole saw, run it off a small generator, works great.

I do the same with my genny in my fel and pole saw trimming trees along my road.

 

[LD48750]

I have a corded pole saw, run it off a small generator, works great.

Lets see.....
No generator.
No FEL.
Wife won't let my tractor near the house & HER lawn. (Except when she needs raised garden moved or trees taken out.)

 

[countrybumpkin]

Yes I’m aware it’s corded, I have several generators that I could use it with. I’ll more than likely only use it once a season if that so really don’t want another engine or batteries to keep up.

 

[Diggin It]

I use my pole saws a lot more than once a season, but I have ways to use the electric when I need it.

I see the 20 ton bottle jacks for $30 on coupon. Is there any advantage to the floor jacks other than wheels and a longer handle? Clearance maybe? I'm not sure how they compare in height when fully lowered.

 

[Kernopelli]

I am kind of in the market for a 1/2" torque wrench. A you tube video tested the Icon (HF) brand against Snap On. A fraction of the price and the Icon was better in accuracy and repeatibility. Plus, the case had metal hinges and hasps.

I have used the HF digital torque adapter 1/2 in. Drive Digital Torque Adapter for the last 5 years and really like it. It is now branded as "Quinn" but it is identical to my old model. I have used it for complete rebuilds on a 3 cylinder diesel and a 2 cyl. gas Kohler with zero issues afterwards so I assume it is functionally accurate. I like its functions as well....very easy to use and handy. It is not the best reviewed HF item I've bought but mine has worked perfectly ( including the auto shutoff) and I've never experienced any battery drain issues that seem to be the majority of 1 star reviews.

 

[ultrarunner]

Floor Jacks tend to be more stable, have a larger saddle and wider range... they can get into tighter places and often lift higher.

 

[SPYDERLK]

I have used the HF digital torque adapter 1/2 in. Drive Digital Torque Adapter for the last 5 years and really like it. It is now branded as "Quinn" but it is identical to my old model. I have used it for complete rebuilds on a 3 cylinder diesel and a 2 cyl. gas Kohler with zero issues afterwards so I assume it is functionally accurate. I like its functions as well....very easy to use and handy. It is not the best reviewed HF item I've bought but mine has worked perfectly ( including the auto shutoff) and I've never experienced any battery drain issues that seem to be the majority of 1 star reviews.

Wow! That would be great if they would extend the range up to about 300ft-lb.

 

[dragoneggs]

I have a corded pole saw, run it off a small generator, works great.

I do the same.

 

[John_Mc]

Wow! That would be great if they would extend the range up to about 300ft-lb.

Here's one (not on HF) that goes up to 250 ft-lbs
ACDelco 1/2 Digital Torque Adapter
I own one of these, and have used it extensively. It works well. I have never used the upper end of it's range, however.

There are also manufacturers selling 3/4" digital torque adapters that go up to 750 ft-lbs (here's one example). I've never used one, and don't think I'd really be interested in using an adapter at those kinds of torque values: I'd prefer to be using a decent quality torque wrench, rather than an adapter.

 

[IH3444]

I got the Daytona 3 ton super duty professional yellow floor jack on sale for $175. Cheapest I've seen it in 3 years. China must be really slowing down over there. So we'll see how this goes. It is a beast of a jack, a bit larger in frame size that my Hein-Werner. I like it so far. What a horse it is. Nice HD wheels, and grease fitting too. Thanks for the responses.

 

[SPYDERLK]

Here's one (not on HF) that goes up to 250 ft-lbs
ACDelco 1/2 Digital Torque Adapter
I own one of these, and have used it extensively. It works well. I have never used the upper end of it's range, however.

There are also manufacturers selling 3/4" digital torque adapters that go up to 750 ft-lbs (here's one example). I've never used one, and don't think I'd really be interested in using an adapter at those kinds of torque values: I'd prefer to be using a decent quality torque wrench, rather than an adapter.

Thanks! I would probably get the 750 ft- lb one but Im scared off by some of the reviews re electronics dying in storage and excessive battery consumption in use. I have a 250 capacity 1/2" wrench and seldom need to be accurate at higher torque.

 

[Code54]

Anyone get the full motion TV wall mount (37"-80"). We have two of them and they work great. Nice and solid. Would recommend. (about $40 on sale)

 

[Rock Crawler]

Anyone get the full motion TV wall mount (37"-80"). We have two of them and they work great. Nice and solid. Would recommend. (about $40 on sale)

I bought my son this same one, he has zero complaints. No issues at all.

 

[Pixguy]

Anyone have experience with this “new” gun safe?

1 Gun Electronic Security Safe

 

[rbstern]

Anyone have experience with this 渡ew gun safe?

1 Gun Electronic Security Safe

Looked at them during my last visit, about two weeks ago.

The good:

Door is approximately 9 gauge steel, which is actually a nice upgrade over typical entry level gun safes that have a 12 gauge door.

They've improved the interior fit/finish vs. the Bunker Hill brand that used to be this product.

The bad:

The sides, back and top are thin. With a 9 guage door and a 179 pound total weight, you can be the sides and back are no more than 16 guage.

While we can't see it, I promise you the lock works are piss poor in comparison to a well built gun safe.

As with many things at HF, the quality has gone up over time, but they can't add steel and better lock works without increasing the price and (shipping) weight.


It will work to keep out the smash-and-grab crowd, and will keep your guns away from unauthorized hands. Buy it for that, but not for the illusion that it's real protection against a determined thief.

 

[LouNY]

Well a nice lazy day today, went and got the truck washed.
Then wandered thru everyone's favorite trinket store walkd out $138 lighter.
A few pair of long pliers, couple of wheel chocks and an under hood led light.
Spent last weekend fighting to reach the fuel line clamps on an Isuzu Trooper of my wifes son,
pulled the top half of the intake reinstalled and ordered egr, throttle body and lower manifold gaskets,
as well as rear brake rotors and pads be back on that in a couple of weeks :grumpy:

 

[rangerfredbob]

If I haven't already, I'd like to retract my statement on the new blue flashlights about the new style bar versus the array of LED's, the light can be seen for a longer distance, but it's a less useful amount of light... I've had good luck with that style LED but that setup isn't up to the task... I retain my statement on the new style single LED black blue or red flashlights that are free with coupon (black) or two for $2 (blue and red), they're awesome compared to the old ones! It is a true focused beam and carries for a ways, unless you need the broad light spread of the old ones...

On another note, the new style green electric pressure washer that's always on sale for $80. As far as an electric pressure washer goes, it's decent, I bought one not long after they came out so about 2 years, drain the hose after use but that's all the care I've put to it. Works pretty good when all you need is the power of an electric pressure washer! My use has been mostly blowing moss off of things and blowing mud off of 4 wheelers and my off road truck and so forth. It's no gas powered pressure washer by any means but in the 10-20 hours or so of use I've put it through so far it's held up fine. I store it inside, but just in my pantry area that is not heated so gets coldish in the winter...