Craftsman tool kit on sale

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Nov 27, 2008 | 07:49 AM

#21

lzybt

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Originally Posted by schumacher

Read the jack reviews. They're pretty funny:
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...Lift+Equipment

The jack they sell at walmart is much better. I think it's sold as a goodwrench. And it's cheaper.

Nov 27, 2008 | 07:58 AM

#22

schumacher

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From: Springfield, Ohio

they sell them at Wallmart?

Nov 27, 2008 | 08:10 AM

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HDV-GLIDE

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I have used the red Sears jack since 2004 and I have not had one issue with it.

I think the trick to it is to pump it up to where you want it, lock the safety bar into place in front of one of the stops on the jacks frame and lower the jack until it does not move anymore.

Then there is no pressure on the bottle jack. I think by leaving pressure on the bottle jack for long periods of time causes a lot of the problems associated with the jack.

Of course, going over the fasteners every once in awhile helps too.

Nov 27, 2008 | 08:40 AM

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jimmything

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In the words of rainman...Sears Sucks

Nov 27, 2008 | 08:51 AM

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Medicfrost

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I don't know about Wal Mart, but I picked up mine at Sams Club. It's labeled Good Year, but I'm sure it actually made by Torin, or one of the other discount manufacturers. Lasted me 5 years now, no problems, and I have used it a lot.

Nov 27, 2008 | 09:11 AM

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Booey424

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I bought the red jack last year.I got it for $59.99 the day after Thanksgiving.I have used it at least 10 times and it woks just fine.I have not had any problems with it at all.

Nov 27, 2008 | 10:33 AM

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edeluxe07

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I do want an in-lb torque wrench...maybe I'll have to check Sear's tomorrow...

Nov 27, 2008 | 10:49 AM

#28

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Originally Posted by travroc

Nice tool kit at a good price, but I would pay the extra ten bucks just to not have to go to the store and fight the insane crowds on black Friday.

Ya got that right.

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Nov 27, 2008 | 12:07 PM

#29

krusr

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From: Nice home on the NorCal Coast

Looking at their ad this morning, I see they have deals on several shop items.

May have to send the OL over since she's going out with her friends tomorrow for "Black Friday".

Never could understand why anyone would want to fight that crap but if momma will go, what the hell?

Krusr