The toolbox thread

[ChrisF]

I bought this at the expo.

 

Already have long sockets in the larger sizes .... often needed it in the smaller sizes.

 

[Hairy]

On 4/14/2021 at 9:19 AM, Alouette3 said:

And for those that gave the Metabo ratchet kit a miss, Bosch has this nice little set.

Power Tool Repairs has it at R195 (Builders is R465!?!)

 

https://powertoolrepairs.co.za/bits-sets/3110-screwdriver-bit-ratchet-set-bosch-27-pc.html?cmp_id=12626499537&adg_id=120026669517&kwd=&device=c&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpdqDBhCSARIsAEUJ0hMnV5zzksAuXxi2fiLDclF9kOrVmV-TI46xf9ZEb3EoRw0Ean6fuSQaAjevEALw_wcB

 

I use this little gem of a mini toolbox so often, it is really amazing .... even bought the father in law one for Christmas 

[patches]

On 3/12/2022 at 6:53 AM, ChrisF said:

I bought this at the expo.

 

Already have long sockets in the larger sizes .... often needed it in the smaller sizes.

 

Super useful!

I probably use my long 1/4" sockets more often than the short ones. Especially when attaching direct to a ratchet, they're a good length when an extender makes it too long and the regular sockets are too short.

[Vetplant]

Takealot has a solid special on the Bosch Professional Cordless Drill today. Only 13 left

https://www.takealot.com/bosch-professional-180-li-cordless-combo-drill-kit-18v/PLID71380860

[ChrisF]

4 hours ago, Vetplant said:

Takealot has a solid special on the Bosch Professional Cordless Drill today. Only 13 left

https://www.takealot.com/bosch-professional-180-li-cordless-combo-drill-kit-18v/PLID71380860

 

I have two of these. NICE !!

[Steady Spin]

Paid R1,499 for mine in July last year. Bought two and never looked back. Definitely worth the money spent!

[patches]

Ordered one of these of Amazon Australia the other day.

Wera Tool-Check Plus

They make a Bicycle version too that looks pretty awesome

The little card at the bottom allows one to decant the essentials into an even smaller kit

[patches]

Amazon delivery arrived yesterday. Must say, the quality of this mini Wera kit is exceptional. From the machining, to the detents. And all the little features.

I found myself browsing Wera's Amazon store for more nifty gadgets! (very dangerous, I know).

The brand makes so much more than just pricey skroewedraaiers.

 

[Hairy]

On 3/21/2022 at 5:08 AM, patches said:

Ordered one of these of Amazon Australia the other day.

Wera Tool-Check Plus

They make a Bicycle version too that looks pretty awesome

The little card at the bottom allows one to decant the essentials into an even smaller kit

I see locally we can get if from Takealot for R1950.00

https://www.takealot.com/wera-tool-check-plus-bits-ratchet/PLID72198994

[Dexter-morgan]

On 2/19/2022 at 7:53 AM, Wayne pudding Mol said:

I’m not sure what they cost but I find the range, availability, service and most importantly, durability of the makita 18v range unrivaled locally

You will pay a bit more but you won’t regret buying into their eco system

Not that others aren’t good but makita is the Toyota Hilux of tools 

Toyota hilux?? more like the Lexus

[Steven Knoetze (sk27)]

2 hours ago, Hairy said:

I see locally we can get if from Takealot for R1950.00

https://www.takealot.com/wera-tool-check-plus-bits-ratchet/PLID72198994

@patcheshow did your pricing compare??

[patches]

6 minutes ago, Steven Knoetze (sk27) said:

@patcheshow did your pricing compare??

NZD144 after currency conversion etc. (about R1480 equivalent).

[Rouxkeloos]

OK, so I should be working, but let me share my toolbox build. This is a work in progress and the idea is to have a tool tote that can be moved around easily: I like working on bikes outside under a tree. The design inspiration is from Adam Savage's "first order retrievability" tool cart. Everything should be accessible without having to move something out of the way. I should also be able to grab stuff with one hand and tools should need no further assembly or removal before use (like a hanger alignment tool's bottom cross-bar or L-keys that comes with a plastic holder). I also work on kids bikes and our Bromptons, so I need some more tools than the average modern bike.

I started by desiding what collection of tools I would like in the toolbox and then played around with some placement ideas. I designed everything in CAD software:

 

I am currently prototyping. Below is the CNC router cutting:

Next I fit the tools and get a "feel" for the spacing and then I make some changes.

I will do some more work over the weekend. Initially i had the idea to use some nice hardwood for the final design but I'm actually happy with the (local) pine I've used for the prototype. I think the use of an affordable wood will make it easy to adapt it in future. The constant creep of bicycle standards will necessitate  future tool changes.

I'm having a lot of fun in the process!

Edited March 24, 2022 by Rouxkeloos
Fixed typo

[Vetplant]

23 minutes ago, Rouxkeloos said:

OK, so I should be working, but let me share my toolbox build. This is a work in progress and the idea is to have a tool tote that can be moved around easily: I like working on bikes outside under a tree. The design inspiration is from Adam Savage's "first order retrievability" tool cart. Everything should be accessible without having to move something out of the way. I should also be able to grab stuff with one hand and tools should need no further assembly or removal before use (like a hanger alignment tool's bottom cross-bar or L-keys that comes with a plastic holder). I also work on kids bikes and our Bromptons, so I need some more tools than the average modern bike.

I started by desiding what collection of tools I would like in the toolbox and then played around with some placement ideas. I designed everything in CAD software:

 

I am currently prototyping. Below is the CNC router cutting:

Next I fit the tools and get a "feel" for the spacing and then I make some changes.

I will do some more work over the weekend. Initially i had the idea to use some nice hardwood for the final design but I'm actually happy with the (local) pine I've used for the prototype. I think the use of an affordable wood will make it easy to adapt it in future. The constant creep of bicycle standards will necessitate  future tool changes.

I'm having a lot of fun in the process!

Please send me a Pro-forma... I'll have the PoP in your inbox before lunch!

Very nice idea. I'll see how I can replicate a similar concept for my own set of tools. Might need to reach out to buy some time on your CNC Router...

[The Ouzo]

29 minutes ago, Rouxkeloos said:

OK, so I should be working, but let me share my toolbox build. This is a work in progress and the idea is to have a tool tote that can be moved around easily: I like working on bikes outside under a tree. The design inspiration is from Adam Savage's "first order retrievability" tool cart. Everything should be accessible without having to move something out of the way. I should also be able to grab stuff with one hand and tools should need no further assembly or removal before use (like a hanger alignment tool's bottom cross-bar or L-keys that comes with a plastic holder). I also work on kids bikes and our Bromptons, so I need some more tools than the average modern bike.

I started by desiding what collection of tools I would like in the toolbox and then played around with some placement ideas. I designed everything in CAD software:

 

I am currently prototyping. Below is the CNC router cutting:

Next I fit the tools and get a "feel" for the spacing and then I make some changes.

I will do some more work over the weekend. Initially i had the idea to use some nice hardwood for the final design but I'm actually happy with the (local) pine I've used for the prototype. I think the use of an affordable wood will make it easy to adapt it in future. The constant creep of bicycle standards will necessitate  future tool changes.

I'm having a lot of fun in the process!

thats a fantastic idea. Would love to see the finished product

[Rouxkeloos]

3 minutes ago, Vetplant said:

Please send me a Pro-forma... I'll have the PoP in your inbox before lunch!

Very nice idea. I'll see how I can replicate a similar concept for my own set of tools. Might need to reach out to buy some time on your CNC Router...

If you do the design I'll be happy to mill it for you. The remuneration can work like this: As long as I have a beer in my hand while the machine is running I'm happy.