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Topic: Need help with xmas gift
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Fastymz
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From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 12-08-2003 07:38 PM
   
I want to buy my father inlaw a cool tool. But the guy has about everything. Do you guys have any idea's for me. He's does everything from home repair to body work to engine ect.Thanks guys. ------------------
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 35449
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-08-2003 07:42 PM
What's the price range?------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 Open
'70 Mustang Convertible 250 I6/3 speed/2.79 Open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Loc
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 13090
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
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posted 12-08-2003 07:44 PM
Like most things Steve not as much as I'd like to give. I'd say around $100-$150 or so. He's always there to help me. Loans me tools and keeps me from half a$$ing stuff.  ------------------
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SteveLaRiviere
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From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-08-2003 07:50 PM
That's quite a bit. How about a tool cabinet? Nobody ever has enough tool storage space, the top is handy as bench space, and it makes for a big package to hand him. ------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 Open
'70 Mustang Convertible 250 I6/3 speed/2.79 Open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Loc
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 13090
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
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posted 12-08-2003 08:00 PM
Keep in mind he did almost all the bondo work to my car. He lets me use his garage anytime I want to ect, he's a great guy. I'd like to spend less but if I have to go that high I will.------------------
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SteveLaRiviere
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Registered: May 99
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posted 12-08-2003 08:01 PM
Or a nice timing light?------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 Open
'70 Mustang Convertible 250 I6/3 speed/2.79 Open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Loc
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 13090
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
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posted 12-08-2003 08:04 PM
I'm going to drive you crazy. He has both of those things. He build his own garage put in lots of storage and working table tops. He has a large welder, a big air compressior.------------------
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lonewolf
Gearhead Posts: 106
From: Colorado
Registered: Jul 2003
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posted 12-08-2003 08:10 PM
1. MacTools has pretty cool fine tooth ratchets. I picked up a set of 3 for around $50 at the Mile High Nationals a couple of years ago. Makes working in tight spaces really nice.2. One of the best stocking stuffers I have ever rec'd was an AutoMeter tire pressure gauge that uses a dial face. 3. Auto dimming welding helmet lens. 4. Makita 9227C sander/buffer that maintains constant speed when under load or free wheeling. These are a little over the $$ range but for $199 at the AutoBody Store (www.autobodystore.com) it's a great deal. 5. If he is a Jesse James fan, Mac Tools also has a Jesse James limited edition set of tools. HTH, lonewolf
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capri man
Gearhead Posts: 3953
From: doerun, ga.
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 12-08-2003 08:23 PM
sams club has a nice set of goodyear racing chrome and blue jackstands for $22 a pair. the big ones. also they got an alum. jack for about $140------------------
mike r
racing is real
everything else is just a game.
81 capri-7.51 @89mph 1/8
1.54 60 ft. http://www.angelfire.com/ny5/billswebsite/pg06.html
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 13090
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posted 12-08-2003 08:27 PM
Thanks Mike I'll have to get me a pair of those jack stands.
I'm not kidding about the fact this guy as a lot tools already. We never try to buy each what we already have. He is always getting nice tools. I'd like to find him sonething alittle different that he could use. ------------------
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SteveLaRiviere
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From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-08-2003 08:30 PM
How about a nice pair of zirchromium encrusted tweezers?------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 Open
'70 Mustang Convertible 250 I6/3 speed/2.79 Open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Loc
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 13090
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 12-08-2003 08:32 PM
How about a 70 vert 
He does have a 55 F100. I've got him a few parts for that over the years. But he's alot like you Steve he likes everything org, or first class, on a poor mans budget.
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BlueMule
Gearhead Posts: 1140
From: Kent Island, MD USA
Registered: Sep 2002
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posted 12-09-2003 07:54 AM
Try a set of these...http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&vertical=GIFT&pid=00941 627000 Not too expensive and it shows some imagination and thought. The burger turner is rated at 3/4 pound too. It's probably better quality than the rest of their tools. I have a set and they sure get people talking when you have a bunch over for a BBQ. ------------------
-Paul 70 Mach1 351C
79 Ranchero GT
97 Expedition XLT 5.4
00 SVT f150 Lightning 4149 of 4966 Born on: 06/26/2000 'If you're not the lead dog, the view never changes.' [This message has been edited by BlueMule (edited 12-09-2003).]
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V8 Thumper
Gearhead Posts: 3817
From: Orange, Ca. United States of America
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 12-09-2003 09:27 AM
18* 'wobble' extensions 3/8 drive, or GearWrenches. Both worth thier weight in gold  Or, those 'automatic' wire strippers. They're cool and fun to play with  Butane mini-torch, great for soldering and heat-shrink A degree wheel kit, with magnetic base dial indicator and wheel (so you can borrow it  ) Micrometers Or, I'm sure Snap-on, Mac, (NOT Matco  )ect. have gift certificates available ------------------
1965 GT coupe, 333ci aluminum headed/solid cammed stroker, four speed, 3.70:1 9" All Blue Oval, no blue bottle
http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/V8Thumper.html
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 35449
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-09-2003 06:10 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Fastymz:
How about a 70 vert
He does have a 55 F100. I've got him a few parts for that over the years. But he's alot like you Steve he likes everything org, or first class, on a poor mans budget.
I don't like everything original. He'd be happy with any of these gifts we've mentioned. Pick the one you'd most like to borrow. ------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 Open
'70 Mustang Convertible 250 I6/3 speed/2.79 Open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Loc
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
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V8 Thumper
Gearhead Posts: 3817
From: Orange, Ca. United States of America
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 12-09-2003 06:18 PM
I bought a real slick valvespring compressor from Snap-On, to be used with the heads installed. You use one stud nut as a fulcrum, pull down and compress the spring. You must have a means of filling the cylinder with compressed air to keep the valves from falling into the cylinder  , like a leak-down kit or a compression tester hose with the schrader valve removed.It was only $20~something, and works alot better than the one I made ------------------
1965 GT coupe, 333ci aluminum headed/solid cammed stroker, four speed, 3.70:1 9" All Blue Oval, no blue bottle
http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/V8Thumper.html
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 13090
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 12-10-2003 01:54 AM
Thanks for the help.
You don't know how ture that is Steve. ------------------
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