6 Harbor Freight Tools I Love and Recommend

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@DixieNormus420
@DixieNormus420 5 жыл бұрын
My number 1 tool from harbor freight is whatever I need at the moment for the cheapest dollar amount that i can't rent at autozone.
@donotrobme9295
@donotrobme9295 4 жыл бұрын
I live renting tools from parts stores. I also find it wastes too much of my time. I would rather pre buy fir cheap at hft. Nothing like having the tool on ya even if it’s cheap
@thefeatheredfrontiersman8135
@thefeatheredfrontiersman8135 5 жыл бұрын
Hands down the Pittsburgh 10 PC diamond grit needle file set! I haven't ran into a different tool that changed everything I do as a bowyer. These completely changed the finished look of the bows and arrows. It costs 7$ at my harbor freight. They never wear out and you save a ton on sandpaper. Simply amazing
@freerunnersunion_________90
@freerunnersunion_________90 5 жыл бұрын
Hf impact sockets, wrenches, breaker bars,torque wrenches are all great value imo
@andersonlane54321
@andersonlane54321 2 жыл бұрын
I use a U S general 5 drawer cart at work in a body shop. I love it! I am very excited for the 3rd gen models coming out since I will be needing a lot more storage soon
@gregblau8082
@gregblau8082 5 жыл бұрын
I've been back and forth for years about whether I would use one of those swivel ratchets. My son likes to play with the ratchets at tool stores and asked if he could see the 1/4". When he finished I decided not to put it back and it came in handy the first time I used it.
@jamesshea4534
@jamesshea4534 5 жыл бұрын
"I'm not good with those measurements". Always inspires confidence when said by a mechanic. 😁
@KennethMixson
@KennethMixson 5 жыл бұрын
My favorite and most used item from Harbor Freight is their 24' X 36" polypropylene service cart made by Haul-Master. I have had it about 8 years now. I use it daily. I am a heavy truck mechanic and it has held up very well. You can work on parts(even heavy parts) you remove from the truck without worrying about beating up and denting your roll cart lid. It also has a lip around the side that will keep bolts, screws and small parts from rolling off of it. The wheels are large so it is easy to roll around.
@davethemagnificent2576
@davethemagnificent2576 5 жыл бұрын
I've had great luck with their Jack's, jack stands, creepers etc. I'd definitely be there every weekend if it wasn't a 80 mile drive for me lol.
@Deepseek89
@Deepseek89 5 жыл бұрын
Creeper in sweden is called " whore" because its only made for laying on. 🤪
@ProspectorsGhost
@ProspectorsGhost 5 жыл бұрын
Super Dave, I have the same problem, it's an 80 mile round trip for me too.
@jasonrussell1570
@jasonrussell1570 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah I love my 3 ton Pittsburg jack
@soylentgreen2065
@soylentgreen2065 4 жыл бұрын
80 miles ....OUCH!! I'm at HF almost every weekend and now that my gf is a homeowner and doing projects she is hooked on HF value.
@charltonjames7616
@charltonjames7616 4 жыл бұрын
I am in Portland Oregon and there are at least 2 within 30 miles or less from my location.
@Xixu.co.6
@Xixu.co.6 5 жыл бұрын
The roll cart is great, i have one for work. I also love the quinn sockets, they're great quality for the price. The earthquake stubby impact is an invaluable time saver if you're a technician.
@danr1920
@danr1920 5 жыл бұрын
Nice to see a real person who earns a real wage and not preaching Snap On.
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 5 жыл бұрын
I dont think snap on is bad, but i dont think ill ever buy anything off their truck.
@danr1920
@danr1920 5 жыл бұрын
@@PoorManMods I agree, great tools, but too spendy, other tools are just as good, and lesser tools will get the job done, like the GearWrenches you talked about.
@brot5246
@brot5246 5 жыл бұрын
@@danr1920 I told everybody to buy Craftsman Aviation snips because of life time warranty and there "WAS" always a Sears around. Former HVAC mechanic.
@wolleysegap9740
@wolleysegap9740 3 жыл бұрын
I have Snap On tools and love them, but I just can't justify.$ 300.00 for a socket set. Prices were hi back in the day, but not like they are now. So many others good brands at half the price. Even SK is up there now. My HF favorites... my floor jack and Pittsburgh comfort grip ratchets. No complaints whatsoever.
@danielsmith2447
@danielsmith2447 5 жыл бұрын
I thought I knew all of their tools, I was wrong, thanks to you I now know I need the swivel head ratchets and the portable sander.
@marktheaardvark7208
@marktheaardvark7208 3 жыл бұрын
My go to 3/8 ratchet is also the HF swivel, I’ve used the same one 6 days a week for the last 12 years now and never had any issues with it
@gregghernandez2714
@gregghernandez2714 4 жыл бұрын
Personally, I think the Hercules line can go toe to toe with just about any tool maker including DeWalt and Milwaukee . So far I have only bought the Hercules grinder, but that thing can run for a very long time without heating up. I think the Hercules compound miter saw is one of the best currently on the market. I plan to get one soon, just to have one! What is nice about that saw is that you can use it for up to a year and you can take it back for any reason, and HF will give you your money back. Now that is really having confidence in your product. I hate when people (tool snobs) rag on Harbor Freight. They make some really good tools, especially for woodworkers on a budget.
@MrTmenzo
@MrTmenzo 5 жыл бұрын
HF has good weather tarps, zip ties and their 2 dollar Hardy work gloves are awsome. I have owned their 60 dollar 18v impact driver for 3 years now used daily and has been superb.
@BernardBethea6339
@BernardBethea6339 5 жыл бұрын
You can't be a real mechanic who use those tools 8 or more hours a day all day long I know kids coming into the hvac trade with hf tools because it was all they could afford and those impacts lasted two to three months top before the motors burned out tell me how much harbor freight is paying you to sell their cheap China made crap
@bmillwood6666
@bmillwood6666 5 жыл бұрын
I got the tool box and installed it in a service van minus the casters. It's great so far. Kinda a pain to put together. I love there large crescent wrenches, 24 inch and up
@outdoorsmansgarage
@outdoorsmansgarage 5 жыл бұрын
I've got Harbor Freight Tools from 20 and 30 years ago and they still work perfectly fine I have no problem with anything from Harbor Freight I do realize that there are cheap made things there that are not as good quality but you get what you pay for as for people saying that professional mechanics don't shop at Harbor Freight that's bullshit. thanks for this video man it was really cool I like the tools that you showed and I might have to go check them out at Harbor Freight there are some channels on KZbin that don't use the Harbor Freight name in their videos instead they use terms like the bargain tool store which I find ridiculous and I don't watch those channels for that reason
@sagekim7143
@sagekim7143 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your video. KZbin seems to be filled with "my favorite HF tools" videos but I appreciate that your recommendation was accurate and unbiased. I try to not stay in HF too long as I end up filling my cart, but I have never realized that they have the lug nut socket! I think I will go get the lug nut socket based on your video. My wife's suv is 21mm and my car is 19mm. I am always looking for the sockets and I have to check either my impact wrench, breaker bar, etc... I got my dad's 4 year old(then) 1982 craftsman ratchet set (round handle) when he passed away. Being a 10 year old, I lost most of the pieces except two wrenches and some sockets. They are still fully functional as if they were new. I bought a set of craftsman ratchets in 2001 (newer design) and they are still perfect. I feel like the HF ratchets seem to be similar in quality to the craftsmans. I have a set of HF ratchets that I got as my "junk" tool, and after using the 1/2" ratchet with really long breaker bar to crack nuts that I couldn't even with impact wrench over and over, I am a total HF convert. I used to make the 1.5 hour round trip to the HF, and one of the happiest day if my life was when I saw a banner that said, "harbor freight comming soon"! I posted the photo of that banner on my Facebook page and people either agreed with my excitement ke asked, "what is it"? That's when you know who is your true friend...
@tomytable1753
@tomytable1753 4 жыл бұрын
Variable speed Oscillating multifunction power tool. I just enjoy using tools. I used these for 12 hours, replacing the panel on my garage door and I feel it was just one of my favorite tools in my collection of tools from Harbor Freight. Cutting, peeling, and sanding the garage door. After watching your video, I went out to Harbor Freight and pick up the 3/8 drive swivel head ratchet. Plus the LED Shop Light. Thank you for sharing the items from Harbor Freight.
@arthilliker3721
@arthilliker3721 3 жыл бұрын
GREAT VIDEO !! THANKS ! i've been wanting to get that thin sander for a while now, just didn't know how well it worked. You sold me on it !! Thanks again !!
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 3 жыл бұрын
thanks!!
@asapautosolutions
@asapautosolutions 5 жыл бұрын
"a leaning bench"!!! Love it!!! Great review!! Best HF tool I got was my 1/2" shallow impact socket set. I've been hammering on these things for years now with a Milwaukee Fuel 18 impact and they are holding up. Haven't broken one.
@KyleCullen
@KyleCullen 5 жыл бұрын
John Elmore I just went there and got a set of 1/2” deep and shallow sae and metric for there spring sale for like 70$ , I’ve got Dewalt’s big impact and it’s been great
@JW-ex5pd
@JW-ex5pd 5 жыл бұрын
I got my 5 drawer cart in green with the $169 coupon. Love it!
@jasonzee4561
@jasonzee4561 5 жыл бұрын
3 ton jack 12k winch 6.5 predator engine make sure to use 91 Oct. All good so far!
@keystonedaytrip238
@keystonedaytrip238 5 жыл бұрын
I love their gloves too (7 mil) I buy & use them all the time . I have their motorcycle lift table , it easily puts my Harley at eye level for work & shine 👍
@alj9969
@alj9969 5 жыл бұрын
Sean How do you like the motorcycle lift table, how sturdy is it and how stable, how well does it lift and lower loaded, I have a Kawasaki Vulcan Classic so about the same weight as your bike. i know they are at a great price usually about end of year vs normal price some personal feedback would be appreciated. Any modifications you may have done. i subscribed to your page, thanks
@gregserna963
@gregserna963 4 жыл бұрын
Hey bud, just subbed!!! You're really down to earth, such as I, So I have a buddy of mine who is a professional mechanic, he does it all with ease!! He has over 80 thousand in tools, and still goes 2 HF when need be, he Obviously has high end tools but has a mixture of cheaper tools as well, point being, he knows what 2 buy & what not 2 buy. I Thank you for your time kind Sir.🔧⚒🔩⚙
@haukepowers8491
@haukepowers8491 3 жыл бұрын
I LOVE he lug nut socket set !!! Have had one forever...works like a charm...the swivel head rachets are life savers..when they came out, i snapped them up...literal mechanic life savers...I added an entire room to my house using nothing but Harbor Freight tools...all worked great !!
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 3 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah!
@georgesharp876
@georgesharp876 4 жыл бұрын
I just bought the 30in tool cart Thursday and took me about 2 hours to put it together. This thing is as good, if not better that the Mac tool cart and I got it for $199.99!
@kelleycondon6504
@kelleycondon6504 5 жыл бұрын
The 4 way lug wrench is one of the best deals in my opinion I have a short snap on one and it's a lot longer and better leverage
@PaulTreasterpro
@PaulTreasterpro 5 жыл бұрын
Their torque wrenches are surprisingly accurate, I have them all.
@rustybritches6747
@rustybritches6747 3 жыл бұрын
For the price you're getting stuff for from harbor freight you can't really call any of it junk a lot of it is a disposable expendable replaceable whatever you want to call it but I'd say 90% of the time you're going to get your money's worth out of that tool!
@SteelWorksGuy
@SteelWorksGuy 3 жыл бұрын
@@rustybritches6747 Even if you have to replace it after 2 years, it's $20, if you haven't made more than that from that tool in 2 years you're probably in the wrong business. Lol.
@zew1414
@zew1414 2 жыл бұрын
I have the 3/8 & 1/2 torque wrenches and yeah man they are actually really really accurate! Especially for the price, they are a steal
@benhampton9593
@benhampton9593 5 жыл бұрын
I use the black gloves. I been turning wrench’s for over 30 years. I’m a real mechanic that likes to touch my wife when I want and nasty hands in certain places don’t work. I started to use gloves about 8 years ago and it’s better
@JL4ever
@JL4ever 5 жыл бұрын
You have the very same exact thinking and logic as I do. I've said that for ages. Having an uncle that's basically NEVER used gloves in his life and seeing that his hands are like the rock character from The Fantastic Four I decided I would ALWAYS use gloves!😂🤣 Not only that, but read the back of most of these bottles/containers and check out that nice little cancer warning label. That's more than enough to get me using more ways to keep myself better protected. But it's good to hear that someone else has the same thinking that I do. 👍👍👍
@haroldbalz3603
@haroldbalz3603 5 жыл бұрын
I have tried using gloves but I just do not have the ability to handle bolts and nuts with them on.
@hardlyb
@hardlyb 5 жыл бұрын
I really like those 9mil gloves. They hold up really well, even when digging up sprinklers (which tears up all the other gloves I've ever tried). And with a little practice you can get almost as good handling nuts and bolts with them on as without, although I admit to occasionally taking them off for especially tricky stuff (after I drop the stinkin' nut twice, for example).
@jdogmcnasty1980
@jdogmcnasty1980 5 жыл бұрын
Ben Hampton no friggin joke! Would you want your wife to love on you if she just cleaned the toilet and didn’t use gloves?
@gregbenwell6173
@gregbenwell6173 4 жыл бұрын
Funny I am a real mechanic and when I was married to my two wives I would wear gloves ONLY WHEN I was touching them....both my former wives were "wh0res" so I was never sure where they'd been......at least the car, my car, never left the driveway without me in it!!!
@JohnSmith-dj5gf
@JohnSmith-dj5gf 5 жыл бұрын
I used to be a Harbor Freight hater but they’re kickin it with those new US General tool boxes. I’m about to drop some serious coin on a new USGen tool chest setup. Thanks for the vid!
@TheBenjammin
@TheBenjammin 5 жыл бұрын
I bought the $200.00 US General toolbox...the thing rocks!
@soylentgreen2065
@soylentgreen2065 4 жыл бұрын
I'm eyeing the 72 " box and cant wait til I have the $$....got the 44" top and bottom cabinets in the blue for my son and it is beautiful kit!
@terrmaso
@terrmaso 5 жыл бұрын
Blue gloves are my favorite! Have tried more expensive brands that are supposed to be "rip resistant" and I have a hole in minutes. Will have to check out the hand held belt sander.
@fox7mio
@fox7mio 5 жыл бұрын
I mostly use their small safe to hide all the money I saved for not buying commercial grade tools I only use three times a year.
@tedh35
@tedh35 5 жыл бұрын
I used to buy the 5 mil gloves from HF, but saw your recommendation of the 7 mil HF gloves. They are waaayyy better than the 5 mil. Thanks very much.
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 5 жыл бұрын
Youre welcome!
@Kane-B
@Kane-B 5 жыл бұрын
My 1/2" drive, 24" Pittsburgh Pro breaker bar is, hands down, my favorite tool I own.
@jonathanjones770
@jonathanjones770 5 жыл бұрын
I love mine. I break all sorts of shit with it
@robertcraciun9587
@robertcraciun9587 5 жыл бұрын
Kane B I gotta get me one of them. Real tool reviews did a test vs snap on etc. and the harbor freight pro breaker bar performed better or the same.
@andyanaoutdoors2487
@andyanaoutdoors2487 5 жыл бұрын
I love the Freight! I've been buying a bunch from them.
@MikeBrown-ii3pt
@MikeBrown-ii3pt 5 жыл бұрын
Chicago Electric 6" and 8" bench grinders, 10" 12 speed bench drill press and metal cutting band saw all see regular use in my shop as do the Pittsburgh 3 ton floor jacks. They've all served me well for years.
@ridered7262
@ridered7262 5 жыл бұрын
I know people knock on harbor freight but I have had good luck with their tools and can't beat the price.
@chevy8626
@chevy8626 5 жыл бұрын
Got stung a couple of times, but they have no problem either replacing them or refund. Buy a lot of their tools, good for the price
@Anand-qb1wp
@Anand-qb1wp 5 жыл бұрын
Best things I have bought at HF: 1. Breaker bars. 2. Flex head ratchets. 3. Braun LED lights (folding & under hood). 4. Quick release socket extensions. 5. Impact sockets. 6. Quantum headlamp. 7. Magnetic rotating worklight. 8. Metal brushes.
@dewaynemaiden
@dewaynemaiden 5 жыл бұрын
Their earthquake stiff is really good also
@idiotsplayingdnd1117
@idiotsplayingdnd1117 5 жыл бұрын
I've hung off the 24 inch pitsburg pro with a 12 inch cheater bar and im 350 pounds so its fucking tough
@whocares4464
@whocares4464 3 жыл бұрын
When it comes to gloves I love them and usually have a variety for different applications. I love the nitrile 7 mil and are my favorite. I like latex gloves for quick small jobs. I always have mechanic gloves too when you need more protection.
@whocares4464
@whocares4464 3 жыл бұрын
Dang it man lol I actually love my tire changing tool like you have. Very nice tool and gets used a bunch. Mine is snap on that was in a tool chest I bought
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 3 жыл бұрын
The quality has since gone down hill, they tear so easy now :(
@robertwhatley9078
@robertwhatley9078 4 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight is my store. I do all my own maintenance on my car and that's where I buy my tools and I'm quite pleased with them.
@avega2792
@avega2792 5 жыл бұрын
Electric impact wrench and my breaker bar are probably my favorite tools from HF. Right now I'm in the middle of home renovations and find myself at HF a couple times a week. I just picked up the 3 gallon pancake compressor for $45 and it's a steal if a deal because after my home improvements are done I still have a compressor for inflating tires or blowing the dust off in my garage!
@gnawrot
@gnawrot 5 жыл бұрын
Pancake compressor shines for staplers, trim nail guns. I prefer bigger, dedicated compressor (20+ gallons) in garage. Cost is almost 10 time more what you paid though. Pancake compressor is certainly a good starting point and plenty of use for it.
@joehyundaitech7961
@joehyundaitech7961 5 жыл бұрын
I work at a very high volume dealership every day as a tire and lube tech I use a lot of there tools ratchets impact sockets and I use there 1/2 dr breaker bar and 3/4 dr breaker bar all the time you cant beat the price and if it brakes i take it back for a new replacement free of charge. i also use there gloves work gloves and the blue type in the video. i have 2 of there jacks there black metal ramps and there jack stands and wheel chocks as well. you were talking about the re flip sockets i have a few sets of theres I have there new work lights and they are very bright check them out there are 3 other techs in my shop who have them as well
@Ricopolico
@Ricopolico 5 жыл бұрын
Tire and lube"tech"? C'mon.
@srcastic8764
@srcastic8764 5 жыл бұрын
*if it breaks
@srcastic8764
@srcastic8764 5 жыл бұрын
Periods - . - are a great help too. Just FYI.
@melrosehawkins8294
@melrosehawkins8294 5 жыл бұрын
@@srcastic8764 - Maybe he can pick some up at Harbor Freight, of course using a 20% coupon!
@dewaynemaiden
@dewaynemaiden 5 жыл бұрын
There they're & (their), should of stayed in school
@flukedogwalker3016
@flukedogwalker3016 3 жыл бұрын
Good reviews and suggestions with practical advice and observations backed by hands on experience. Pure Gold.
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad i could help!
@wcjcnc
@wcjcnc 5 жыл бұрын
My favorite HF tool is the Earthquake Xtreme Torque 1/2” air impact wrench. I run a small engine repair shop and use it every day. It’s a beast.
@robbiefrentz9427
@robbiefrentz9427 5 жыл бұрын
wcjcnc I own an earthquake 1/2 drive. And a snapon. Last year needed to take a tractor tire off. My snapon wouldn’t do it. So in despair. I used my cheap earthquake. And it took it off. Go figure
@bigrich6750
@bigrich6750 4 жыл бұрын
Really interested in the Hercules line at HF. They appear to be Dewalt or better quality at half the price.
@robertcraciun9587
@robertcraciun9587 5 жыл бұрын
Get the Taiwan impact sockets. My dad has used his 10 yrs straight daily and NEVER an issue. Pretty impressive for 20 bucks. Impact extensions as well. The torx and hex bits are some more. Made out of s2 steel. I love harbor freight for lots of stuff especially consumables. Cut off wheels etc. I’ve had the el cheapo angle grinder for 4-5 yrs now I can not kill it you name it I’ve cut it.
@Deepseek89
@Deepseek89 5 жыл бұрын
Something about you. Youre relaxing to watch ☺️ sweden here.
@mklifefilms
@mklifefilms 5 жыл бұрын
You tested that tool box well by leaning on it. Budget mechanic here. Great video.
@zach_waltonn
@zach_waltonn 5 жыл бұрын
At discount tire we use those flip sockets all the time its my favorite socket but dont always work like trucks usually use 7/8s and benz use 17 mil volvo is 19 though
@netgod3com-FUYouTube
@netgod3com-FUYouTube 5 жыл бұрын
You mentioned the modifications you did to the toolbox and including the extra storage, is there a video detailing those mods? I did not see it if there is.
@gatorhunter1
@gatorhunter1 5 жыл бұрын
Their ball joint service set saved me $1000 bucks on both my car and truck when the ball joints failed on both. The set was $65, and another $60 for the adapter set.
@arnienonymous4458
@arnienonymous4458 5 жыл бұрын
Hands down, their low-cost (or occasionally free with coupon) multimeter is amazing. When I had to make equipment startups in other countries, I'd leave a meter or two with the technicians at the customer's facility, as many of them couldn't afford test equipment. Some of those guys looked like I gave them the keys to a new car. And the meters are usually within a few percentage of accuracy to more expensive ones, perfectly serviceable for most electrical tests.
@jeffnorbert1871
@jeffnorbert1871 5 жыл бұрын
Fine for free. Black label on the front that has all the settings will peel off quickly when sunlight hits it.
@boblinda1738
@boblinda1738 4 жыл бұрын
4 1/2 inch grinder. I've had mine for ten years and it continues to perform well without issue. I have a Craftsman brand as well, and I've had to work on it several times over the years to keep it performing.
@kiddbrother3
@kiddbrother3 5 жыл бұрын
great video! I can't afford to buy snap on tool anymore accept on eBay but some sellers are out there minds! i'm retired from utility! hft boxes work fine!! the quality of the hand tools is fine! if you are a familiar with snap on sockets the broaching called it (FLANK DRIVE) the HFT sockets have similar broaching! quality! good job HFT!
@dewaynemaiden
@dewaynemaiden 5 жыл бұрын
They all outta their minds
@jiggjohns1028
@jiggjohns1028 5 жыл бұрын
That hose nozzle looks like it would do a great job with garden fertilizer and food and on the cheap whoop whoop, love me some Harbor Freight.
@ploxplox1109
@ploxplox1109 3 жыл бұрын
I agree with you those swivels ratchets still use them to this day as a diesel technician
@mar91942
@mar91942 4 жыл бұрын
I love Harbor Freight. It's perfect for people like me who just play around with cars and wood working projects occasionally. I probably wouldnt use their low priced products if I worked on cars professionally. But they are great for the occasional hobby work guys
@Pro1er
@Pro1er 5 жыл бұрын
I agree about the Drill Master power tools but I have to admit I have their $10 angle grinder and its held up way better than I expected - but I don't abuse my tools either. As far as the flip sockets, you're only missing one size, the 13/16". The other side of the socket is 3/4" which is basically 19mm.
@TheFordtrucknut
@TheFordtrucknut 5 жыл бұрын
i've had their 10 dollar angle grinder for over 10 years, cracked the case probably 7 years ago, has had gorilla tape holding together ever since, still grinds away without any problems.
@fiskfarm
@fiskfarm 5 жыл бұрын
I own 3 of the 12" compound miter saw as I have used one for 7 years now almost daily cutting pvc pipe. We have made and sold over 11 thousand bell siphons for Aquaponics and shipped them worldwide so I have to always have a spare. I discovered there are 3 models of the same saw. The first model was pretty good. The second model was improvements like larger bearings at the blade and the third model was obviously "how can we save $ and go cheaper". Once I figured that out I purchased a complete spare of model number 2 and returned model 3 in exchange for model 2 which is still in the box for at least 2 years now. Lesson learned was that model number makes a huge difference even tho they still sell all 3 models and unless you know the difference it is a crap shoot as to which you will get. I also replace the bearings at about the 6 month mark with high quality bearings and then I never have to repair the saw in years now. I love the features like dado stops that $600 saws don't have. I have looked believe me. I made about $800 profit just this past weekend with this $125 saw. Hard to beat BUT buyer beware. Also HF's $16 drill makes the best drywall screw gun I have ever used. My $200 drywall gun stays in the drawer now and my Milwaukee drills are at least 3 times the weight and way more powerful than needed for drywall screws. I plan on having Batteries Plus rebuild the battery packs with the best cells. I own 4 of these great little drills and only killed one so far. Whew that was a mouthful. Hope it helped.
@hudson5344
@hudson5344 5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you on the quality yon those items. You can’t beat the price.
@gunzblazing16
@gunzblazing16 5 жыл бұрын
Floor jack and jack stands!
@Kozakjosh
@Kozakjosh 4 жыл бұрын
This did not age well lol
@GeneralChangFromDanang
@GeneralChangFromDanang 4 жыл бұрын
@@Kozakjosh Just get the updated stands...oh wait, the welds just broke.
@heavychevy383
@heavychevy383 4 жыл бұрын
im a long time sk tool user, but i haveta say harbor freights got some decent stuff... my personal favorite has to be the Pittsburgh 25" Breaker Bar ...dang near bulletproof & probably my favorite thing from hf in my arsenal... ive got 4 or 5 of em, keep one in every car (along with that lug nut socket set u showed in the vid) & one for the garage ...for only 20 bucks each ($15 if u catch it on sale) u just cant beat it! enjoyed the video dude, thanx & god bless
@DancerOfClouds
@DancerOfClouds 2 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight is awesome. I needed a 3/8" Torque Wrench and at about 1/3 the cost of anywhere else, it worked perfectly. I have bought a lot of tools that I only needed to use once. I also have one of their motorcycle lifts. I have huge cruiser and it works perfectly lifting it up. I have had great success with the Pittsburgh flat/ring spanners. Not a single issue.
@charlesvanderlaan3130
@charlesvanderlaan3130 3 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated is the unsponsored review from the 'Shop Floor'. Hands on reviews totally trump the advertisements from any manufacturer. Nice vid and thx.
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@larrysantacrose
@larrysantacrose 5 жыл бұрын
I use the 7mil gloves and i really like 1/2 and 3/8 breaker bars, i abuse the breakers and still on the original for little over 2yrs, good thing about the Pittsburgh tools lifetime warranty
@terrydouglas5008
@terrydouglas5008 4 жыл бұрын
Bought HF 100 watt Solar panel kit and it works great, when camping charges laptop, runs fan and lights at night, charges phones and other stuff.
@Vietnam_Vet_67
@Vietnam_Vet_67 5 жыл бұрын
Freddy the #1 is also good for garden work. Tomato plants for example. I use it for putting liquid fertilizer on plants, flowers, and even trees.... Works great.
@WeekendPursuitOutdoors
@WeekendPursuitOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
I work as a diesel mechanic at the RR and alot of guys picked up that tool box and they used them daily and there the best bang for your buck. Most of the guys took off the casters and made a square rack out of angle iron to set the box on then put bigger better casters on the bottom of the rack. Awesome tool box!
@estevanvaldez437
@estevanvaldez437 5 жыл бұрын
I like the gloves and the jacks and stands ... I have Cart and impact sockets ... my favorite non h/f is the dewalt impact
@michaelpekarcik1591
@michaelpekarcik1591 3 жыл бұрын
The diamond hole saw set. Drilled 36 holes through 1920 plaster and lathe that was comparable to cement to blow in insulation. Still is sharp and went through that plaster with not much effort.
@Slugg-O
@Slugg-O 5 жыл бұрын
I'm a DIY weekend tinkerer. I wouldn't recommend much from HF for commercial use but for the weekend garage guy they have some really good products for the money. I've purchased: Jacks - Car and Motorcycle Jack stands Sockets \ ratchets - especially the 1/4" which do not see a lot of stress. Wrenches 1/2" electric impact. Works great on lug nuts Zip ties Gloves Electrical connectors A 3 gallon air compressor for $39 that lasted 6 years until a crackhead stole it. Probably still working. A 21 gallon compressor for $149 that is going on 4 years old Lots of zip ties, A $19 angle grinder - not very powerful but good enough. A $19 roto tool that paid for itself the first time I used it. Creeper I've been very happy with everything above except the 7 mil gloves. They rip like paper but maybe I expect too much from them. Thanks for the video. Going to pick up that spray washer on my next trip.
@dewaynemaiden
@dewaynemaiden 5 жыл бұрын
All the Pittsburg stuff is awesome. I did get a paint marker and write the sizes on each socket
@stevenwayne515
@stevenwayne515 5 жыл бұрын
My favorite HF tools are my 24” & 36” aluminum pipe wrenches.
@aquatrax123
@aquatrax123 5 жыл бұрын
FYI, you can get a foam canon on amazon for $17. It’s awesome and just needs a pressure washer.
@9874561203
@9874561203 5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. HF has a pressure washer on sale for $80 I believe currently. If someone can't see a use of a pressure washer besides washing a car then they don't own a house 😂
@wb1453
@wb1453 5 жыл бұрын
Interested in hearing about the storage you added to the back of your cart
@whpainting
@whpainting 5 жыл бұрын
Agree on the swivel heads. Love the 1/4". I maintain machines at a country club and find the swivel acts like a nut driver in small engine work. Great if you have a break down several acres away from the shop.
@jackr7028
@jackr7028 5 жыл бұрын
Going on 10 years on HF impact socket sets, deadblow hammer, crow bar set, misc organization items, pulleys used regularly. Bought several tools that didn’t last that long but considering how cheap they cost I can’t complain. Bought several specialty type tools that didn’t last long but I only occasionally used them. $25 HF used 2-3 times vs $500 Snapon used 2-3 times is a shade tree mechanic secret weapon.
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 5 жыл бұрын
Yup!
@OpusFocus1968
@OpusFocus1968 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you I appreciate your review. I do DIY projects and am not a full-time mechanic or contractor. It's hard to justify paying contractor grade prices for tools when I use them infrequently. I've had good luck at pawn shops for tired contractor tools too.
@Jaredcouture12676
@Jaredcouture12676 5 жыл бұрын
Titanium 140 welder! That thing is awesome! Also have a few Chicago Electric angle grinders that have stood the test of time. $25!
@thebuyingseller
@thebuyingseller 5 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight breaker bar kicks competitor’s butts...price and performance.
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 5 жыл бұрын
i bought one after this video, their top of the line one and LOVE IT
@Kleve8
@Kleve8 5 жыл бұрын
Those blue gloves are fantastic!
@morganjohnson0112
@morganjohnson0112 5 жыл бұрын
All the full time techs at my work have that box even i have one lol great box
@wblake22
@wblake22 5 жыл бұрын
Good video. I seen some things hear I didn't know they have. I seen a lot of other videos like this about hf but none mentioned the things you have
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@j.a.1785
@j.a.1785 5 жыл бұрын
I love my Daytona floor jack and the Hercules 11amp angle grinder. Both great value and quality.
@terrmaso
@terrmaso 5 жыл бұрын
I have numerous HF tools in my garage box and my travel box. Latest addition was the tie rod end puller. Normally $27, but with a 25% off coupon......used it with my latest project, a BMW rebuild. Only tool issue I have had is a 3/8 breaker bar, tip broke off, took it back and have had it for years.
@jaysaenz4964
@jaysaenz4964 5 жыл бұрын
Terry Mason nice buy dude
@fiskfarm
@fiskfarm 5 жыл бұрын
One more HF tool that saved my butt when my Chraftsman 1/2" impact wouldn't budge my Cummins Ram axle nuts is HF's 3/4" impact at $60. It broke them loose in about 1/2 second. Such a deal. Saved me a fortune👍😎👌
@autodidacticartisan
@autodidacticartisan 5 жыл бұрын
We called those 19/21 & 22/24 sockets the money makers in the tire shop
@LensOfMartin
@LensOfMartin 5 жыл бұрын
Sweet video man! Most of my stuff is from Harbor Freight. Lol. Gonna get that foam cannon thing!
@slamboy66
@slamboy66 5 жыл бұрын
The hose sprayer i use for garden feeding.
@chieft3357
@chieft3357 5 жыл бұрын
I use the black 9mil gloves for dirty tear down and the blue 7mil for everything else. Both are great gloves for the price.
@charger19691
@charger19691 5 жыл бұрын
I love Harbor Freight, but I wish the one thing they would come out with is a 24” portable metal tool box with pull out drawers instead out the lift out trays. I have to say that Harbor Freight has always treated me very well. My only complaint is that I bought a Viking battery maintainer and it seems to overcharge the batteries until it calms itself down. For the Do it yourselfer, Harbor Freight is a great place. Their quality over the last 10 years has improved tremendously.
@JL4ever
@JL4ever 5 жыл бұрын
The 7mil gloves are good. I only use the black 9mil gloves when the temps are not blistering hot like these TX summers but they do last quite a bit longer. I've noticed that all gloves tend to rip easier the more you use them. It seems that they thin out. That said, I wipe, wash, or clean my gloves and reuse them and they last me forever. When one rips I replace it. I also have the "diamond" gloves and I like them a lot. I feel that their design helps me to grip things better. Good stuff!
@kadejenkins8006
@kadejenkins8006 5 жыл бұрын
I really should pick up one of those tool carts. Gonna be running out of space in my current box in the near future.
@jamesrogers4674
@jamesrogers4674 5 жыл бұрын
After all my good tools got stolen the first ratchet I bought back was the snap on 3/8 swivel. It's my go to ratchet.
@jasoncarson97
@jasoncarson97 4 жыл бұрын
Love the video bro! I'm with you I. The nitrile gloves. I use the same ones. I'll check out the foam cannon and the dual size impact sockets. Looks like something I'll use!
@danr1920
@danr1920 5 жыл бұрын
I have a flex stick light, a head light and a flash light. All are great, much better than I thought they would be.
@rafaeldiaz5216
@rafaeldiaz5216 5 жыл бұрын
Swivel head ratchets rock! Best thing ever.
@corbettknowles9942
@corbettknowles9942 5 жыл бұрын
I have one of their four and a half inch angle grinders from harbor freight I believe it's Chicago electric or whatever that is I've had it for about 4 years 5 years and it still works like brand new but I don't use it on an everyday basis either
@josefelix4152
@josefelix4152 2 жыл бұрын
The lug nut socket set Pittsburgh Pro (black and red set) are Cr Mo and have lifetime warranty vs the colored set
@nomsolo9935
@nomsolo9935 5 жыл бұрын
How’d you adhere the floor tiles to your US General lid?
@PoorManMods
@PoorManMods 5 жыл бұрын
3m spray adhesive :)
@craigmonteforte1478
@craigmonteforte1478 5 жыл бұрын
i like their Breaker Bars ,Impact Sockets, Hydraulic Jacks ,and JackStands i am a hobby Mechanic for the most part and now a retired Woodworker, some of their Pneumatic nail guns have been good values for the price which i mainly use as backups or in rare occasions for one or two Specialty nailers Professionally i always used Senco brand nailers mostly because of my excellent local rep who offered great service and fast repair work if it was needed and often he could or would provide loaners to use if we were inthe middle of a job the Harbor Freight ones are not built sturdy enough for full time use and i buy those mostly for light use inmy home shop because of their affordability a hobby of mine is sewing Automotive interiors and Marine Canvas and i own a couple of Harbor Freight Stapelers for that work they work great i like your picks and i do plan on having more of a Auto repair and maintenance shop inmy next location at the moment due to a illness i’m between homes and shops
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