Tool sets

jeeppoor · May 23, 2017

Tired of moving tools from my tool box in the garage to the box on the trailer. So I am looking to buy a tool set to keep in the box on our trailer. Looking for a pretty complete socket set. you know 1/2", 3/8" and 1/4". This being Memorial day weekend I figured I could get a good deal. We have a Lowe's, Home Depot, Menard's and Tractor Supply close to us.
What does everyone else carry on their trailer or rig?

clutchee · May 23, 2017

Harbor Freight; then if lost or stolen not much invested. Plus if folks barrow them and don't return then it's less of loss.

tnford88 · May 23, 2017

https://m.harborfreight.com/301-pc-professional-mechanics-tool-set-69312.html?utm_referrer=direct%2Fnot%20provided
This thing is awesome. Lifetime warranty, you break it just take the individual tool back and it's replaced free. Has all the odd little bits (torx,allen key drivers,eyeglass sized screwdrivers) and larger sockets.

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BLGXJ · May 23, 2017

tnford88 said:
https://m.harborfreight.com/301-pc-professional-mechanics-tool-set-69312.html?utm_referrer=direct%2Fnot%20provided
This thing is awesome. Lifetime warranty, you break it just take the individual tool back and it's replaced free. Has all the odd little bits (torx,allen key drivers,eyeglass sized screwdrivers) and larger sockets.

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They have a coupon good through the 31st on those too, tempting for a wheeling tool set.
http://www.hfqpdb.com/coupons/89_ITEM_PROFESSIONAL_301_PIECE_MECHANIC_S_TOOL_KIT_1491266426.6678.JPG

tnford88 · May 23, 2017

Re:

I used a coupon and picked mine up. I find myself grabbing it out of my trail rig as my go to kit around the house because it has damn near everything. On the trail it's nice too because everything is organized and quick to see if you are missing a tool.(empty slot)

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TacomaJD · May 23, 2017

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tnford88 said:
I used a coupon and picked mine up. I find myself grabbing it out of my trail rig as my go to kit around the house because it has damn near everything. On the trail it's nice too because everything is organized and quick to see if you are missing a tool.(empty slot)

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Damn, that's a lot of **** for $160.

Zjman · May 23, 2017

The quality in that kit is sub par to most of their tools, ratchets aren't as nice and some other stuff but hey it's cheap enough

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customcj7 · May 23, 2017

Yep Harbor freight kits in my trailer and truck tool box. If lost or rusted out, I'm not out my nice tools.

yankster · May 23, 2017

I've got that same Harbor Freight kit. Perfect spare tool set for wheeling trips

TacomaJD · May 23, 2017

I bought a kit about half that big from Lowes a few years ago, wasn't Kobalt brand, was cheaper than Kobalt, maybe Stanley? Can't remember, will have to look later. It was like $70. I know the ratchets are junk like ZJman said about the others. Other than that, everything else sockets, wrenches, driver bits, etc. have been great. Buy cheap socket/bit/wrench sets, and then buy some quality ratchets seperately.

sexxy · May 23, 2017

clutchee said:
Harbor Freight; then if lost or stolen not much invested. Plus if folks barrow them and don't return then it's less of loss.

X2, as long as its just hand tools. Get you favorite name brand ratchet then use whatever's cheap, because what he^ said.

jeeppoor · May 26, 2017

So it looks like Harbor Fright is hardline choice.
I never thought of Harbor Freight because I didn't think their socket would hold up. I thought they would crack as soon as you put any kind force to them.
I looked and I have a 20% off coupon. So I think I will head there and check them out.

TBItoy · May 26, 2017

Harbor Freight impact sockets are just as good as "name brand". They look and feel the same also.

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civicmindedex79 · May 26, 2017

jeeppoor said:
So it looks like Harbor Fright is hardline choice.
I never thought of Harbor Freight because I didn't think their socket would hold up. I thought they would crack as soon as you put any kind force to them.
I looked and I have a 20% off coupon. So I think I will head there and check them out.

I got a 25% off code if you want but only good for Monday I believe.

CODE : 88747946

Zjman · May 26, 2017

Their hand tools are nice and the individual ratchets are pretty nice, 72 tooth ratcheting mechanism is nice in tight quarters and they got swivel head like snap on and a telescopic handle one is sweet. Just the kits have cheapo ratchets plus lifetime warranty too. Where ya taking ur crapsmen to exchange?????

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Bronco72 · May 26, 2017

TBItoy said:
Harbor Freight impact sockets are just as good as "name brand". They look and feel the same also.

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There the sockets i use in my shop. I thank iv inly broke one. And i thank it took a BIG pice of pipe and a couple people pulling on it

Bumpers · May 27, 2017

Re: Re: Tool sets

jeeppoor said:
So it looks like Harbor Fright is hardline choice.
I never thought of Harbor Freight because I didn't think their socket would hold up. I thought they would crack as soon as you put any kind force to them.
I looked and I have a 20% off coupon. So I think I will head there and check them out.

Hf sockets have done me well. Been using their impact and colorful chrome sockets for years with no failures

Actually had a 8mm hf socket that was breaking bolts loose that I broke many crapsmans on (ls rocker arm bolts)

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jeeppoor · May 28, 2017

civicmindedex79 said:
I got a 25% off code if you want but only good for Monday I believe.

CODE : 88747946

I got a 25% off code yesterday in the mail. But like you said it is only good for Monday.
Me being cheep (and not having Tony Bs money) I am going to wait until Monday and go get our set.

tonybolton · May 28, 2017

I'm a little bit late on this but this is the toolkit I carry in my Jeep....plus another box for large tools.

Goin on 2 years now.... I noticed one of the ratchets yesterday had a rivet come loose but it's still working. Jus sometimes switches from loosen to tighten if you don't hold your thumb on the selector.

jeeppoor · May 28, 2017

tonybolton said:
I'm a little bit late on this but this is the toolkit I carry in my Jeep....plus another box for large tools.

Goin on 2 years now.... I noticed one of the ratchets yesterday had a rivet come loose but it's still working. Jus sometimes switches from loosen to tighten if you don't hold your thumb on the selector.

I didn't think you own any tools. Seeing as you drive all the by passes and never brake.