I seem to be on a socket set binge. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

In The Ten Ring · 11-13-2014, 01:20 AM

Since getting more and more involved with working on my 1972 truck, I have had this desire to buy vintage tools. I now have two SK 3/8" sets, one Stanley 1/2" set, one Proto 1/2" set, and one SK 1/2" set. I have breaker bars also (all matching the maker) for each 1/2" set as well.

My goal is to have a decent set of tools to put into my car, truck, and garage so when I need one (ex: junkyard visit) I won't have to move any tools around.

What about you guys, are you vintage metal box types or are you cool with whatever good deal on tools you come across?

**PGSigns** · 11-14-2014, 08:31 PM

Been buying tools since I was 13. I'm now 56 and still getting stuff. I am a big metal box guy ones with roller bearing slides to hold the weight. Once you start it is hard to stop.
Jimmy

dwcsr · 11-14-2014, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by In The Ten Ring

Since getting more and more involved with working on my 1972 truck, I have had this desire to buy vintage tools. I now have two SK 3/8" sets, one Stanley 1/2" set, one Proto 1/2" set, and one SK 1/2" set. I have breaker bars also (all matching the maker) for each 1/2" set as well.

My goal is to have a decent set of tools to put into my car, truck, and garage so when I need one (ex: junkyard visit) I won't have to move any tools around.

What about you guys, are you vintage metal box types or are you cool with whatever good deal on tools you come across?

I have nothing by vintage tools. The weren't vintage when i got them but they are now

Mr. 250r · 11-15-2014, 06:09 PM

A friend of mine at work was helping his grandpa at his farm and his grandpa was about to throw a bunch of old snap and craftsmen tools so he now uses some of them at work the craftsmen ratchet that i saw him use was a 1/4in drive after looking it up i believe its either the BE or H set which puts it at 1930-40s years if im correct. Really cool i was surprised he was using them actually.

**Cash3481** · 11-18-2014, 12:15 AM

Ok, you know it was coming!

**Cash3481** · 11-18-2014, 01:03 AM

Oops, that was a little overboard!

In The Ten Ring · 11-18-2014, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Cash3481

Ok, you know it was coming!

Oh I know! I nearly didn't start the thread since I didn't have a pic. I'll try to take one and upload it tomorrow. I have a new phone and it is not internet capable (saves me about $700.00 a year without that option).

**Cash3481** · 11-18-2014, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by In The Ten Ring

Oh I know! I nearly didn't start the thread since I didn't have a pic. I'll try to take one and upload it tomorrow. I have a new phone and it is not internet capable (saves me about $700.00 a year without that option).

Obviously... I've never posted that before so I tried it. I have a few older tools too so I too will try to contribute today or tomorrow. I look forward to watching this thread grow.

cdowns · 11-18-2014, 10:42 AM

Spend the money and get yourself a nice compact 1/4" drive sockets set they will quickly become your go to tool set

In The Ten Ring · 11-18-2014, 11:55 AM

I have a set of Craftsman 1/4" deep wells that I have used for a long time but I think I am going to like the vintage (metal case) SK 3/8" set I picked up more.

**truckdude239** · 11-23-2014, 09:31 PM

https://store.snapon.com/General-Ser...--P645026.aspx

i Carry this in my car use it around home and junkyards

11-13-2014, 01:20 AM	#1
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	I seem to be on a socket set binge. Since getting more and more involved with working on my 1972 truck, I have had this desire to buy vintage tools. I now have two SK 3/8" sets, one Stanley 1/2" set, one Proto 1/2" set, and one SK 1/2" set. I have breaker bars also (all matching the maker) for each 1/2" set as well. My goal is to have a decent set of tools to put into my car, truck, and garage so when I need one (ex: junkyard visit) I won't have to move any tools around. What about you guys, are you vintage metal box types or are you cool with whatever good deal on tools you come across?

11-14-2014, 08:31 PM	#2
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: I seem to be on a socket set binge. Been buying tools since I was 13. I'm now 56 and still getting stuff. I am a big metal box guy ones with roller bearing slides to hold the weight. Once you start it is hard to stop. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

11-15-2014, 06:09 PM	#4
Mr. 250r Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: freeburg, illinois Posts: 885	Re: I seem to be on a socket set binge. A friend of mine at work was helping his grandpa at his farm and his grandpa was about to throw a bunch of old snap and craftsmen tools so he now uses some of them at work the craftsmen ratchet that i saw him use was a 1/4in drive after looking it up i believe its either the BE or H set which puts it at 1930-40s years if im correct. Really cool i was surprised he was using them actually. __________________ 1987 Chevy V30 - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=573854 1988 IROC-Z Camaro - 305/T5 T-Top 1989 GMC V35 - Marbolo Express http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596850 1991 V2500 Suburban Silverado - Sold 1991 V2500 Suburban Scottsdale - Big Nasty http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=497423 2001 Ram 3500 5.9 H.O NV56 EC DRW - Sold 2003 1500 Silverado 2004 Ram 3500 5.9 H.O NV56 CC DRW - Sold 2005 Silverado 2500HD 6.6/ZF6 CC LWB

11-18-2014, 12:15 AM	#5
Cash3481 Loves all GMC trucks Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Columbia Mo Posts: 4,435	Re: I seem to be on a socket set binge. Ok, you know it was coming! __________________ Mike If your helping someone and expecting something in return... your doing business not kindness! Last edited by Cash3481; 11-18-2014 at 01:03 AM.

11-18-2014, 01:03 AM	#6
Cash3481 Loves all GMC trucks Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Columbia Mo Posts: 4,435	Re: I seem to be on a socket set binge. Oops, that was a little overboard! __________________ Mike If your helping someone and expecting something in return... your doing business not kindness!

11-18-2014, 10:42 AM	#9
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: I seem to be on a socket set binge. Spend the money and get yourself a nice compact 1/4" drive sockets set they will quickly become your go to tool set __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

11-18-2014, 11:55 AM	#10
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: I seem to be on a socket set binge. I have a set of Craftsman 1/4" deep wells that I have used for a long time but I think I am going to like the vintage (metal case) SK 3/8" set I picked up more.

11-23-2014, 09:31 PM	#11
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,217	Re: I seem to be on a socket set binge. https://store.snapon.com/General-Ser...--P645026.aspx i Carry this in my car use it around home and junkyards __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube



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