Which router (power tool) should I buy my dad?

February 2, 2010 by admin · 10 Comments
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Ted R asked:


I’m on the Sears website and I’m looking at 2 different types of routers.

The 1st is a Craftsman 9.5 Amp 1-3/4 HP Plunge Base Router $80
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00917540000P?mv=rr

Pros: Soft Start, LED Worklight, Good Price
Cons: No Variable Speed, Not Digital

The 2nd is a Craftsman 2 hp 10 amp Digital Router $100
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00917517000P?mv=rr

Pros: Digital Display, Variable Speed
Cons: No LED Worklights, A different base is needed to use [Porter Cable] bushings.

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I just got a job at Sears (tool sales), I need good woodworking web sites for references?

January 24, 2010 by admin · 4 Comments
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The Dude asked:


Help, any good links to sites would be a great learning tool for me. Looking specifically for sites that show applications using power tools

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What brand of Power Drill should I buy for Christmas?

January 1, 2010 by admin · 5 Comments
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zja zja asked:

I want to buy my boyfriend a Power drill (like power tool, specifically drill… just not sure if i’m making that phrase up). He’s very handy and has wanted one for some time, I’m looking to spend max $150 on it, less is more though! What brand should i buy and where can i get it? even if it’s over the price limit but you really suggest it please let me know!

I’ve been looking at DeWalt at Sears…

Thanks a lot!

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Which is the better power tool to buy?

December 15, 2009 by admin · 9 Comments
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michael b asked:

i know ive probably asked this question sometime before. But id like to ask again. Which is the better tool combo and where to buy it at, sears or Lowe’s. Need to get the best for my low budget. The combo is either porter cable or craftsman.
Let me know you re opinion

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I am looking to find out if Craftsman Portable Power Tools will work in the Ukraine?

November 13, 2009 by admin · 3 Comments
Filed under: Maintenance & Repairs 
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Bob B asked:


I am looking to buy the Craftsman 19.2-Volt 4-Tool Kit which are portable power tools that work on a common battery that can be charged for a friend in the Ukraine. I want to get him something that he cannot get there. I was wondering if the battery charger will work on 220V plug that they have in Europe? I know that a lot of things now work on both 110V and 220V and I wanted to check to see if your portable tool battery charger will work on this European voltage also? Also I don’t care about the Warranty. All I care about is IF it will work. I don’t want to purchase this product and then not have it work once I am over there. I know there will be problems such as, as soon as he uses up the blades, that’s it, but I don’t care. I just want it to work for the immediate time. I would like it to work until he uses out the batteries,the blades, or the bits? Will this work with a converter. These are battery operated interchangeable tools. The only thing I need to use their electricity for is to charge the batteries.

I wrote an email to Sears and asked their customer service if it would be possible, and they responded:

Unfortunately, our Craftsman tools are only designed for electrical systems in the United States, which have a voltage of 110 volts and a cycle of 60 Hz. These units will not work in the Ukraine, which has an electrical system with a voltage of 220 volts and a cycle of 50 Hz.

My question is if I can go to Radio Shack and buy a converter to convert 220 volts to a 110 Volts and if it would charge the battery even though they are at 50 Hz rather then our 60 Hz? Will the Hz make a big enough difference where it will not work? Are there any options I might have to purchase this item for a gift? Just wondering. If anyone has any knowledge of Electrical systems or portable power tools, it would be greatly appreciated.

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What is that electric tool called that can take out stripped and rusted screws?

September 22, 2009 by admin · 2 Comments
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2eighty8 V3.6 asked:


Need to grab one in Toronto so if you can provide a link to a Sears or a Tire, that’d be great too.
Forgot to add that it destroys the screw, but does its job and takes it out.

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What is your favorite brand of hand tools?

August 25, 2009 by admin · 10 Comments
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TJBalistic asked:

I used to stick with Craftsman, but Sears has ticked me off too much. I’d like to switch brands. Any recommendations?

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Should I trust any retail Auto repair chain for scheduled maintence., or should I go to the dealer ?

March 17, 2009 by admin · 5 Comments
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ebuzzm asked:


I am not sure whether I should go to the dealer for regular maintenance, or if just any Tire/Auto Repair, Sears, STS, etc… is just as good.

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