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Topic: Right tool for the job
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68F100
Gearhead Posts: 1562
From: Fort Madison, Iowa USA - United We Stand
Registered: Oct 99
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posted 03-02-2002 09:44 PM
   
What's the strangest things you've used tools for that they weren't specifically designed for? Like using vise grips for a door handle, etc.I once used and old socket for a spacer on the bolt for my alternator. Don't worry, I fixed it right eventually. 
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 24286
From: Saco, Maine Toys: '70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150
Registered: May 99
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posted 03-02-2002 09:49 PM
Well, I use my bench vise and sockets to press out u-joints, does that count?------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 M code 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Lok
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
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68F100
Gearhead Posts: 1562
From: Fort Madison, Iowa USA - United We Stand
Registered: Oct 99
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posted 03-02-2002 10:33 PM
Yeah it counts Steve. Being an electrician, I've used tools for things they shouldn't be used for. For example, I have a screwdriver that I have used to "open live circuits" with. Just don't use the tip, or it will be useless as a screwdriver afterwards. Also, I do not recommend anyone try it, because it is potentially dangerous and I am a trained professional.  Come on guys, fess up. I need a laugh.
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capri man
Gearhead Posts: 1700
From: doerun, ga.
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 03-02-2002 10:35 PM
i used the dishwasher for a parts washer does that count? just dont tell capri-grrl!!------------------
mike r
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Dave Witthoeft
Gearhead Posts: 1728
From: IL.
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 03-03-2002 03:38 AM
I jumped my 69 with the dipstick.  ------------------
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69 Fastback
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68F100
Gearhead Posts: 1562
From: Fort Madison, Iowa USA - United We Stand
Registered: Oct 99
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posted 03-03-2002 04:07 AM
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Originally posted by Dave Witthoeft:
I jumped my 69 with the dipstick.
Is that the trick that is usually performed with a screwdriver...or are you talking about something that qualifies for the Bawdy Shop? 
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Fastymz
Gearhead Posts: 5145
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 03-03-2002 05:00 PM
You mean theres a right use for every tool.Now you tell me,I too used old sockets for u-joints and as spacers.
I use anything to hit parts that I have in my hands at the time.
I use my teeth to strip wires.  SCOOP ------------------
65 coupe,1969-351w,RPM intake,Carter625,shorty headers,2.5 exhaust, Flowmasters,C4,open 8" 2:80,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,Crager SS,Black Suede.
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mellowyellow
Gearhead Posts: 4608
From: So. Fl.
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 03-05-2002 12:03 AM
Certain sixe sockets make good alternator spacers. Bought a resale 68 cv with that 'feature' and sold it with the socket still in place. Guy never noticed it.
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MLariviere
Moderator Posts: 2538
From: Biddeford,Me.USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 03-05-2002 09:12 PM
How about the ol' oil filter wrench as a distributor wrench? Or a spare tire holddown J-bolt as a torque convertor seal puller? Or a bottle jack as a porta-power? Or feeler guages as shimstock Or...
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 24286
From: Saco, Maine Toys: '70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150
Registered: May 99
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posted 03-06-2002 09:00 AM
When I worked on buicks, we used to silence dash squeeks with matchbook covers. Hi tech! ------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 M code 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Lok
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
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gttorinofan
Gearhead Posts: 177
From: Charlevoix, mi, USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 03-18-2002 11:43 PM
We were out in Lake Michigan under the Mackinaw Bridge when my Bimini top came loose. Didn't have screwdriver, but i did have a pair of vise grips and a dime. Worked great.------------------
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