Whats in your toolbox?

[Sarver Systems]

WHats in your repair toolbox?

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[Sarver Systems]

I have 4 toolboxes, all stacked on a dolly.

Toolbox #1: Kobalt 3-drawer chest.
Contains sockets, wrenches, allen keys, nut drivers, screwdrivers, tape measure, misc tools.

Toolbox #2: (wiring parts)
Contains solderless connections, shrink tubing, soldering iron, solder, flux pen, heat gun, wire ties, etc...

Toolbox #3:
Contains multimeter, leads, clip leads, batteries, magentic parts bowl, grabber, magnet, spare wire, etc...

Toolbox #4: (pinball machine parts)
Contains lightbulbs, micro-switches, leaf-switches, switch adjuster, resistors, diodes, transistors, fuses, etc...

[jdbailey1206]

[Sarver Systems]

You got me!

[Nephasth]

Tools, of course!

Here's a bunch:
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,120178

[yotsuya]

Crimper, Wire Stripper, Hakko Soldering Iron, Hakko Desoldering Gun, Multimeter, and The Troubleshooter II is all I need.

[jdbailey1206]

A lady never reveals whats in her box.   Trust me Ive been slapped twice and jailed once trying to figure it out.

[opt2not]

A lady never reveals whats in her box.   Trust me Ive been slapped twice and jailed once trying to figure it out.

[Howard_Casto]

Tool boxes are for the unmanly sort that don't do a lot of repair.  I have a 12x12 building full of tools.  It would be easier to list what I don't have in it.  I don't have a welder, a bench grinder or a cnc machine. 

[opt2not]

I don't have a toolbox, nor a workspace.  I have a home office, with a wicker cabinet that holds my tools and things ('cause wicker is more pleasing to the wifey's eyes, and my ears from nagging).

Top three drawers:
1L. - Buttons, joystick parts, switches, washers, player controls, etc...

1R. - Various Looms, JAMMA

2. Components, wires, baggies for components, assortment of connectors, etc...

3. Board repair tools. Hakko soldering iron, soldapullt suckers, drivers, scribes, multimeter, glue gun...basically electronic work stuffs.

Bottom 2: Wood-working tools, dremel, hammers, nail gun, jig saw, palm sander...

I don't have any of the heavy duty tools like a table saw, drill press, CNC machine.

[05SRT4]

I just bought a new Brushless Dewalt drill I am excited about........yay

[jdbailey1206]

I have 4 toolboxes, all stacked on a dolly.

Toolbox #1: Kobalt 3-drawer chest.
Contains sockets, wrenches, allen keys, nut drivers, screwdrivers, tape measure, misc tools.

Toolbox #2: (wiring parts)
Contains solderless connections, shrink tubing, soldering iron, solder, flux pen, heat gun, wire ties, etc...

Toolbox #3:
Contains multimeter, leads, clip leads, batteries, magentic parts bowl, grabber, magnet, spare wire, etc...

Toolbox #4: (pinball machine parts)
Contains lightbulbs, micro-switches, leaf-switches, switch adjuster, resistors, diodes, transistors, fuses, etc...

I wish I could be that organized Sarver.  After the holidays or as a birthday present to myself I hope to pick up one of these bad boys.  I don't think my wife realizes that tools tend to take up space and there are many different tools that accomplish different things.  Maybe if I convince her to cook one of her delectable, savory meals with just a wooden spoon and a microwave then she'll understand.  Maybe not.  Women tend to get irritable when you mention them and a kitchen in the same sentence.   

[knave]

Tool boxes are for the unmanly sort that don't do a lot of repair.  I have a 12x12 building full of tools.  It would be easier to list what I don't have in it.  I don't have a welder, a bench grinder or a cnc machine. 

I too have the tool building, in this case garage...I have to turn away the big tools...That said I do really like the big red rolling tool chest my dad got me. it holds about 60% of my tools (which is about 90% of what is used frequently) 

...I tend to build toolboxes for various specializations...I have the PC repair toolbox, a few portable automotive boxes and a favorite of my friends...the mobile plumbing toolbox. I find it easier to just grab the box I want that has all I need for a specific task than rummage around my garage and displace my good tools. Of course there are a few things I don't have multiples of so I have to swap those around.

[eds1275]

I hate wicker. It's ugly and for some reason expensive. But having a nagging wife would be worse, so way to go picking the lesser evil.

I don't have a tool shed yet I have a closet stacked to the brim. Welder, air compressor, lots of woodworking tools. It sucks having to take them all outside to use them, and then tetris the whole thing back together when I'm done. Next summer is when I'll build a shed 10x13 so it has enough room for my stuff and to store my damn kayaks... at least that's the plan.

[Howard_Casto]

I have never understood the point of wicker... it's wooden furniture that's meant to be outdoors and yet it's made of a material that's nearly impossible to clean, much less paint or stain.  It's like buying a car that you can't wash.

I built my tool building (don't like the term shed, it denotes shoddy construction) and I'll give to a tip, don't get cheap and don't get lazy.  We've got a whole array of pre-built sheds on our property (don't ask) and the kits just aren't any good.  I built mine on top of cinderblock piers, with 2x10 floor joists and 3/4 inch plywood base.  No chipboard... chipboard is the enemy.  The walls are regular stud-walls with 1/4 inch exterior plywood sheeting (the kind with slats carved into it).  The A -frames for the roof are hand-built.  It'll cost you the same about to build one as to buy pre-built, but the pre-built ones are shoddily constructed with those "nail plates" instead of actual screws.  That's the other tip.... nails are for cheapskates.  I used thick gauge deck screws to put the entire thing together.  They are certainly more expensive than nails, but they'll never rust out or loosen up.    I think the whole thing ran just over $1200 to build, and considering my most expensive pre-built shed was 999 I don't think that is bad at all.

 I've had both sheds for around 10 years now... the one I built is rock solid, there isn't even a dip in the floor or anything, while the kit looks like hell. 

I know this sort of thing can get expensive, but it makes more sense to make one building that'll last for 50+ years than to waste your money on a chip board or tin pos that might last 5-10 years if you are lucky.

Sorry... just a personal rant.  There was a day in age where kit buildings weren't crappy, it kind of gets to me how far the quality is fallen. 

[ChadTower]

Yep.  One of the first things I did after I bought my house, once I could afford it, was have a solid 10x12 shed built.  I paid a shed builder to do it (didn't have the skills, or the time, at that point).  Cost me about $2700 6-7 years ago but it's a full on outbuilding.   Fully framed, vinyl sided, windows, gambrel roof fully shingled.  It looks like a mini version of my house and should last until well after we're no longer living there.  So worth doing.  The contractor showed up with the walls and roof frame on a flat bed, built the floor on site, and had the whole thing finished in about ten hours.

My neighbor had a chipboard shed delivered from Lowe's the same year.  His cost half as much but is already rotted out in several places and the frame isn't good enough for him to rip off all the walls and replace them unless he reinforces.


Oh, and if you can, run electrical to the sheds.  I did that a couple of years later.  Full subpanel and it was SO WORTH IT.

[eds1275]

Yeah I've got it all worked out, running 60 amps of power out there (arc welder + extra just in case) full framed, built like a house. Those kits are garbage, unless you buy them as a play house for your kids and hope they last until they grow out of that. Even then probably better to just custom build something. I'll be building it myself probably have a few buddies help.

[DarakuTenshi]

I need another tool box... Mine is overflowing. Because of this it stays open and is now full of sawdust.

[jdbailey1206]

I need another tool box... Mine is overflowing. Because of this it stays open and is now full of sawdust.

Never happens.  Ever.   

[ark_ader]

I have never understood the point of wicker...

Apparently it is used to burn people to death in Southern England, but not on Bonfire Night.

I hope that helps.

[jdbailey1206]

This post is very informative.   

[RoyalScam]

  It would be easier to list what I don't have in it.  I don't have a welder, a bench grinder or a cnc machine. 

I'm with Howard on this.  I have my shop set up in my garage.



And I also don't have a welder, bench grinder or a CNC...oh, wait;



Regards,
Scam

[Howard_Casto]

That's a sweet setup man.  Mines a tad bit more cluttered.  (Ok REALLY cluttered because there is a 4-wheeler in there.)

Yeah I'm working on the CNC bit, but I can't seem to find the time to set down and research parts and build it.  Hopefully Santa will bring me a cheap welder this xmas. 

[eds1275]

My welding needs are not heavy duty. I picked up this little Mastercraft arc welder and for everything I have ever needed done it has done the trick. Granted I'm not putting hinges on vehicles or anything, but for $100 on sale I'm happy.
http://reviews.canadiantire.ca/9045/0588107P/mastercraft-mastercraft-arc-stick-welder-reviews/reviews.htm

[DaOld Man]

I hate wicker. It's ugly and for some reason expensive. But having a nagging wife would be worse, so way to go picking the lesser evil.

I don't have a tool shed yet I have a closet stacked to the brim. Welder, air compressor, lots of woodworking tools. It sucks having to take them all outside to use them, and then tetris the whole thing back together when I'm done. Next summer is when I'll build a shed 10x13 so it has enough room for my stuff and to store my damn kayaks... at least that's the plan.

You better go bigger than 10 X13, if you have the land. I built a 12 X 16 and I wished I had made it at least 16 X 20.
I am now considering a garage with a good sized shop built onto the back of it. Then the shed can be used for storage and what not.

[Monkeyvoodoo]

Locally I have my plunge router, crappy cordless drill, circ saw and misc hand tools. 4200 km away there is a lot more that I wish I had with me like the contractor table saw and welders. Hopefully I can get everything out here in a few years.

[eds1275]

You better go bigger than 10 X13, if you have the land. I built a 12 X 16 and I wished I had made it at least 16 X 20.
I am now considering a garage with a good sized shop built onto the back of it. Then the shed can be used for storage and what not.

I do have the land, but I've mapped out what my needs are meticulously. Although a full-blown workshop would be nice, tool storage with enough room for a workbench along one wall and kayaks along the other is sufficient. More than a workshop I need a large patio, a mini golf, a large chunk of yard for frisbee/badminton, and a hottub with a gazebo over it with one side being a bar that faces out into the yard. And a little vegetable garden. Sometimes you just can't have it all, and you need to settle your priorities 

[Howard_Casto]

My welding needs are not heavy duty. I picked up this little Mastercraft arc welder and for everything I have ever needed done it has done the trick. Granted I'm not putting hinges on vehicles or anything, but for $100 on sale I'm happy.
http://reviews.canadiantire.ca/9045/0588107P/mastercraft-mastercraft-arc-stick-welder-reviews/reviews.htm

Yeah I'm thinking a cheap-o electric deal would serve my purposes.  I just want it for minor stuff like patching rust holes in metal and maybe building a racing sim frame.