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Hitachi CB18DBLP4 Cordless Band Saw Review

Overview Finish jobs for almost any trade from Hitachi and Metabo HPT. The Hitachi CB18DBLP4 cordless band saw suits all sorts of professional jobs, from plumbing to electrical, mechanical, and more. It can cut through materials ranging from soft plastic window frames to steel pipes, making it an extremely versatile option. Features We Like Battery…

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Mud Mixer Product Review

Get the project going with the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Mud Mixer. This tool is suitable for mixing building materials like stucco, mortar, and plaster. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL mud mixer is a cordless tool portable enough to go virtually anywhere on the job site. When you are done getting the material set up, you can…

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About Sunex Tools

History of Sunex® In 1977, Sunex® Tools set out to impact the automotive repair and maintenance industry.  Our heritage of small-town pride and hard work made the perfect combination, and our initial launch of hydraulic lifting equipment was the first step on a road that we’ve been traveling now for over forty years. Since our…

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How to Size Your Occidental Leather Tool Belt

If you are considering buying your first Occidental Leather tool belt or replacing an old friend who has been with you for years, you may need to resize the tool belt. Here is how it can quickly be done. Place your existing tool belt in a straight line and measure from the end of the…

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Single-Stage vs Two-Stage Air Compressors

There are many different ways to categorize reciprocating (piston-type) air compressors: horsepower, CFM output, frame type, tank size, and so on. All of those are pretty self-explanatory. However, an often overlooked and misunderstood category is the number of compression stages. Your options here are either single-stage or two-stage, and knowing the difference between them can…

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Makita ImpactX Bits Review

Trust Makita® ImpactX™ bits for reliable performance. These accessories are made from high-strength S2 steel to absorb the force of repeated blows. Makita ImpactX power bits can handle job after job. Made To Last The pieces in these sets are precisely machined to fit snugly into fastener heads to reduce cam out, which keeps heads from…

Hitachi C10RJ 10-Inch Jobsite Table Saw Review

Bring it With You Hitachi C10RJ 10-inch jobsite table saw is a shop on the go. Its 15-Amp motor spins at a rate of 4,500 rpm to make the Hitachi job site table saw powerful enough to work on hardwoods. The Hitachi portable jobsite table saw lets you take the shop with you right to…

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Types of Circular Saws?

Sidewinders? Worm Drives? Hypoids? Oh my! No, this is not a zoology lesson! It examines circular saw types to decide what’s best for you. What is a Sidewinder or In-Line Circular Saw. It’s the most common type, especially in the eastern part of the United States. The sidewinder’s motor is mounted on the side of…

Veto Pro Pac TECH-PAC CAMO Review

Veto Pro Pac has announced that in July 2017, they will release their newest tool backpack in the TECH-PAC lineup.  The TECH-PAC CAMO has a great look for our outdoor enthusiasts with its Truetimber® Kanati pattern.  This tool backpack has more than just new looks; here are several upgrades. New Innovations for the TECH-PAC CAMO…