The Toolaholics thread

mikek · October 6, 2017, 20:57

Quote from: "Essex2Visuvesi"That compressor looks the same as one I used to have only a different brand
TBH its pretty hopeless, cant supply enough pressure or flow rate to run any air tools effectively
And it's biblically loud
Mine has been relegated to running my modelling airbrushes
It now resides in one of these:-

Which I lined with 2" thick polystyrene sheets to help dull the noise and a couple of PC fans to supply some airflow

Seriously?

? Is there anything you lot (us lot) won't modify!!!

Essex2Visuvesi · October 6, 2017, 21:40

Was one of those moments of genius (or is that madness) that occur when wandering aimlessly around B&Q s:oops: :oops: s:oops:
The box was on special at 19.99, the poly sheets were offcuts from when I insulated and skinned the shed and the PC fans were pulled out of an old PC before I took it to the tip

ilovejapcrap · October 6, 2017, 21:42

Quote from: "Call the midlife!"
If anyone is in the market for something like this they're currently £100 delivered from SGS, decent bit of kit for the money. I bought my lad one at full price a couple of years ago so thought I'd treat myself!

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carpet and sofa in garage, nice

Topdownman · October 6, 2017, 21:47

Most people have a TV in the lounge.....

Call the midlife! · October 6, 2017, 21:47

Quote from: "ilovejapcrap"
Quote from: "Call the midlife!"
If anyone is in the market for something like this they're currently £100 delivered from SGS, decent bit of kit for the money. I bought my lad one at full price a couple of years ago so thought I'd treat myself!

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carpet and sofa in garage, nice

Sofa no, carpet yes...

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Call the midlife! · October 6, 2017, 21:50

Quote from: "Topdownman"Most people have a TV in the lounge.....

I'm considering putting a TV in the garage, something to watch while I take all the tools out of the cabinet and put them back in a different place again for the third time...

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jvanzyl · October 7, 2017, 00:09

I don't know if this is what others find- but essentially air compressors of the 100L+ variety seen to cost at a minimum of £100 guess they are pretty valuable if they are good!

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Carolyn · October 7, 2017, 08:12

Probably best to look on Gumtree. That way you don't get in a bidding war. Mind you, they are big and heavy, so people won't travel far for them. Main thing is to check the receiver for dings or rust. Water accumulates inside and they need to be drained regularly. The motors and compressors are very durable. Just check the oil in the compressor and (if you buy it) give it an oil change.
It's definitely a tool that will justify itself for years.

jvanzyl · October 7, 2017, 09:56

Cool thanks for the tip! I saw a couple on eBay last night that clearly would need an engine hoist to move...

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Carolyn · October 7, 2017, 10:44

You could borrow my hoist and trailer. Look for something near me??

jvanzyl · October 7, 2017, 11:32

Thank:-) I'll keep looking till I find something.

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chrismscotland · October 21, 2018, 17:55

I couldn't see another "tool" thread and didn't want to start a new one!
I've been adding to my tools since picking up my MR2 with a decent socket/spanner set, trolley jack and axle stands having been very handy.
Looking to add a couple of other bits but looking to start with a cordless impact wrench just to make life a little easier when working on the car and wondered if there were any reccomendations?

jvanzyl · October 21, 2018, 18:22

I got the Ryobi brushless one, there was a good deal on so I got it with the Combi drill thing... Really nicely made.

One thing I've noticed is that you tend to use it daylight hours.... Otherwise the neighbors complain.

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chrismscotland · October 21, 2018, 18:45

Quote from: jvanzyl on October 21, 2018, 18:22
I got the Ryobi brushless one, there was a good deal on so I got it with the Combi drill thing... Really nicely made.

One thing I've noticed is that you tend to use it daylight hours.... Otherwise the neighbors complain.

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Thanks! Do you know what model it is?

jvanzyl · October 21, 2018, 18:57

Errr.... I'll have to get back to you on that... It's the one with the 2amp batterys and it's brushless and it comes with the Combi drill as well and the charger...

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1979scotte · October 21, 2018, 19:05

Quote from: jvanzyl on October 21, 2018, 18:57
Errr.... I'll have to get back to you on that... It's the one with the 2amp batterys and it's brushless and it comes with the Combi drill as well and the charger...

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If it comes with a combi drill I would think that it is an impact DRIVER rather than wrench. That the twin packs I have seen at any rate.

Ryobi tools are ok usually a bit cheaper than Makita or DeWalt but much better than the sort of cheap stuff you pick up from Argos or Wickes.

chrismscotland · October 21, 2018, 20:38

Thanks folks will have a look - I'd been looking at a Dewalt or Makita tool I think - c£250-£300 with batteries.

MR TWO · November 3, 2018, 17:04

Aldi have stocks of their imho, excellent battery chargers at something like 12.99, a silly price for what you get. Ideal for everyone who doesn't drive their Mr2 dailly, especially now the temps are low.