The toolbox thread

[gerriemtb]

22 hours ago, TheoG said:

A little off topic, but this is the same issue I have with Woolworths, their prices are normally high and when stuff goes on special its more or less in line with the other stores, and yet the wife think its a moerse bargain .... 🙈

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[Frosty]

On 4/17/2023 at 4:30 AM, patches said:

The Mandalorian, Season 3

on that subject, but nothing related to tools:

[patches]

To all the coastal dwellers (especially Durbanites)... how to you prevent your tools from rusting?

In Auckland it's a constant battle and whilst I do my best to apply some machine oil or WD40 Rust Prevention spray after use, or periodically, all it takes is a week of humid weather and the dreaded red scourge starts appearing.

I'm contemplating a dehumidifier or ventilation system in the garage, but don't want to invest in something that may be ineffective.

[dave303e]

when we lived in Durban I used to go through Castrol DWF like there was no tomorrow. Used to spray and wipe tools and then the motorbikes also got the same treatment. and so did all scrap metal.

https://msdspds.castrol.com/bpglis/FusionPDS.nsf/Files/CB59BC5F8B1DEC378025770C00428BEA/$File/DWF.pdf

Then get the silica sachets from shoe boxes etc and put them in the drawers of your tool boxes.

[patches]

16 hours ago, dave303e said:

when we lived in Durban I used to go through Castrol DWF like there was no tomorrow. Used to spray and wipe tools and then the motorbikes also got the same treatment. and so did all scrap metal.

https://msdspds.castrol.com/bpglis/FusionPDS.nsf/Files/CB59BC5F8B1DEC378025770C00428BEA/$File/DWF.pdf

Then get the silica sachets from shoe boxes etc and put them in the drawers of your tool boxes.

I've already got a bunch in my 3D printer filament storage, but I was thinking of adding some Damp Rid containers around the garage.

They're easily available and pretty inexpensive.

 

They make a "mega" version too that has approx 2.2kg of crystals in it and is refillable, but don't know if they're available in NZ.

[PhilipV]

On 5/14/2023 at 10:43 PM, patches said:

To all the coastal dwellers (especially Durbanites)... how to you prevent your tools from rusting?

In Auckland it's a constant battle and whilst I do my best to apply some machine oil or WD40 Rust Prevention spray after use, or periodically, all it takes is a week of humid weather and the dreaded red scourge starts appearing.

I'm contemplating a dehumidifier or ventilation system in the garage, but don't want to invest in something that may be ineffective.

My wife’s uncle lives a stone's throw from. The beach in Witsand. Even stainless rusts there. He has an old fridge that he puts his tools in. True story. 

[patches]

12 hours ago, PhilipV said:

My wife’s uncle lives a stone's throw from. The beach in Witsand. Even stainless rusts there. He has an old fridge that he puts his tools in. True story. 

The cafe up the road was getting rid of a nice big stainless steel commercial fridge that had stopped working. I joked with the wife that I was tempted to wheel it down the road into the garage and use it for storage. She was not impressed 😅

But yeah, a fridge with humidity control would be perfect!

[dave303e]

One thing that migrated to the workshop a few months back and has been there ever since is a pair of electronic ear protection. I have had them for a while for shooting and they work so well. Basically they can amplify the quieter noises and as soon as dangerous noise levels are around they kick in and protect you. But in a workshop they are even better, you can still hear everything around you and are comfortable and aware of surroundings but as soon as you kick on a loud saw or whatever they kick in and protect your ears. Gone are the days of ear plugs in and out and shouting at the Mrs because you forgot your ear pro is in.

[geomark]

Not that close to the sea but very damp, holiday home in Europe. All saws, pliers, hammers, chisels, planes etc get a coat of engine oil once a year before I leave, table saw, jointer etc cast iron surfaces gets a coat of woodoc furniture wax. Its a bit of a pain to wipe down before working the next year but better than rust.  Mates of mine who are there full time run room de-humidifiers.

On a site in Namaqualand yesterday the farmer had put his entire solar system (for a fence) in an old fridge for insulation, when there's no shade they're good!

[patches]

4 hours ago, dave303e said:

One thing that migrated to the workshop a few months back and has been there ever since is a pair of electronic ear protection. I have had them for a while for shooting and they work so well. Basically they can amplify the quieter noises and as soon as dangerous noise levels are around they kick in and protect you. But in a workshop they are even better, you can still hear everything around you and are comfortable and aware of surroundings but as soon as you kick on a loud saw or whatever they kick in and protect your ears. Gone are the days of ear plugs in and out and shouting at the Mrs because you forgot your ear pro is in.

I don't have workshop specific ear protection, but I have 2 sets of wireless noise cancelling ear/headphones, which I switch up depending on the weather.

 

The Sonys have superior noise cancelling, but they can make one sweat in summer, and I sometimes struggle not to get them too dusty. The ANC (not that one, but Active Noise Cancelling) still works well on the Jabras, and the ones I have are IP57 rated, so dust and sweat is not as much of a concern.

Power tool noise is still loud enough to be heard, albeit at a very low volume, which is helpful in knowing what the tool is doing. But I have had a few frights in the workshop when the wife has snuck-up on me, haha

[patches]

This followed me home yesterday 😬

The amount of noise and sawdust produced in the garage is about to go up exponentially!

(Also, I think I threw my back out when lifting this 42kg yellow mass)

Edited May 19, 2023 by patches

[dave303e]

10 hours ago, patches said:

I don't have workshop specific ear protection, but I have 2 sets of wireless noise cancelling ear/headphones, which I switch up depending on the weather.

 

The Sonys have superior noise cancelling, but they can make one sweat in summer, and I sometimes struggle not to get them too dusty. The ANC (not that one, but Active Noise Cancelling) still works well on the Jabras, and the ones I have are IP57 rated, so dust and sweat is not as much of a concern.

Power tool noise is still loud enough to be heard, albeit at a very low volume, which is helpful in knowing what the tool is doing. But I have had a few frights in the workshop when the wife has snuck-up on me, haha

what works well with the shooting electronic ear protection is that when you are not using a machine you can still hear really well(in fact better), no one will sneak up on you and you can still have a normal conversation between cuts etc. I am considering buying a set for my one laborer as well so we can communicate easy while he helps when I am fixing vacuum pumps, stationary motors, generators and things like that on the farm.

[DJR]

On 5/18/2023 at 9:57 PM, patches said:

I don't have workshop specific ear protection, but I have 2 sets of wireless noise cancelling ear/headphones, which I switch up depending on the weather.

 

The Sonys have superior noise cancelling, but they can make one sweat in summer, and I sometimes struggle not to get them too dusty. The ANC (not that one, but Active Noise Cancelling) still works well on the Jabras, and the ones I have are IP57 rated, so dust and sweat is not as much of a concern.

Power tool noise is still loud enough to be heard, albeit at a very low volume, which is helpful in knowing what the tool is doing. But I have had a few frights in the workshop when the wife has snuck-up on me, haha

If thos ANCs can cancel out the ANC I want a pair pleeeeeaaaase!

[ChrisF]

Now THIS is a "toolbox" .... 

 

https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/bike-services-and-repairs/644116/workshop-park-tools?referrer=homepage

 

 

WOW .... very nice setup .....

[DJR]

17 hours ago, ChrisF said:

Now THIS is a "toolbox" .... 

 

https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/bike-services-and-repairs/644116/workshop-park-tools?referrer=homepage

 

 

WOW .... very nice setup .....

But does it come with a Park Tool bottle opener? 🤪

[Alouette3]

1 hour ago, DJR said:

But does it come with a Park Tool bottle opener? 🤪

Pizza cutter or I'm not taking it!