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  1. bigcountry78

    Thinking about streamlining my tools.

    That does suck. Another advantage kobalt has is their batteries are considerably cheaper than other brands. I did go grab the 24v grinder bundle, it came with the grinder, extra handle with the little wrench holder built into it, a canvas bag, 5 grinder wheels and a cutoff wheel for $140. I was...
  2. bigcountry78

    What should I do with this toolbox?

    Any ideas at all I’ll listen to. Er, read.
  3. bigcountry78

    What should I do with this toolbox?

    I kind of inherited this box from my wife’s grandfather, but I’m not sure what to do with it. It’s a really nice Mac box, and it’s just been sitting empty since I got it. I have most of my tools in a big craftsman box, so what should I put in this one? It’s too big/heavy to be a portable setup.
  4. bigcountry78

    Which Impact Tool

    I see that you already bought something, but I’ll throw my vote in for the kobalt 24v 1/2”. Mine has taken everything I’ve thrown at it, and it impressed me so much that I’ve bought into 24v lineup completely. I have a thread here about that. Probably going to pick up the 3/8’s at some point.
  5. bigcountry78

    Beauty Rings/With or Without

    I say with. The wheels look meh without them to me.
  6. bigcountry78

    2 inch Body Lift

    2” is the absolute max I would do. You will have to raise the fan shroud for sure, probably lengthen the steering shaft, there will be adjustments or lengthening needed for the shift linkage, and you may need to make adjustments to the transfer case shifter as well. It may be as simple as...
  7. bigcountry78

    Thinking about streamlining my tools.

    That’s exactly what prompted all of this. 3 christmases, 3 different power tool sets. My father in law gives great gifts, he just can’t remember what he bought from year to year lol.
  8. bigcountry78

    Thinking about streamlining my tools.

    I forgot to mention that I have the 40v weedeater and blower, that are a few years old and still get everything I need done. Last year I added the 40v 14” chainsaw and have been extremely happy with its performance. Go ahead and call me a kobalt fan boy lol.
  9. bigcountry78

    Thinking about streamlining my tools.

    I’ve decided to keep going with kobalt. They offer a 24v handheld spotlight, but must be redesigning or discontinuing it because all the local Lowe’s are out of stock. They’re $90 new, light only. Well, today I found one listed on marketplace for $50, like new with a 4Ah battery and charger. And...
  10. bigcountry78

    Kc lights

    My dad and I built something simple to mount fog lights on my 78. We bent a piece of aluminum in an L shape. One side lays on top of the frame and uses the bumper mount bolt to stay in place. The bottom of the L runs under the grill, then comes up between the bumper and grill. Leaves a nice flat...
  11. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    Oh I know the two are unrelated. I was just connecting the dots on paper that I currently have load range C bias play tires that, other than longevity, I’m not happy with. That said, I’m thinking that a load range D, radial tire might be what fits my needs better. I used the same logic to...
  12. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    Well, after some searching, it looks like a 215/75r15 is not an option in the ST designation. ST goes from 205 to 225, and I don’t think I have the clearance for that big of a jump in size. There is a 215 for a 14 inch rim, but not for 15. Since I don’t want to change rims, that pretty much...
  13. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    Ok, after thinking about my options and taking all comments into account, I believe my best course of action is to go with the same size I have, ST, but load range D instead of C. Also, apparently the D in my size denotes a bias ply tire. I believe that for my situation, which is 99% pavement...
  14. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    Im married, it’s always my fault lol
  15. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    Ok, I just got home and checked my tires. They are solid trac, premium trailer. No specific brand listed on the sidewall. They’re load range C, rated at 1,820 pounds at 50 PSI cold. Size 205/75D15.
  16. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    Thank you for your experience and your recommendation. Carlisle generally has a good reputation for tires in my experience, and they may be what I go with this time around. I have had this trailer since 2012, and intend to keep it for at least the next 10 years. I have no issues putting some...
  17. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    So, I did not intend for this to turn into a barn fire. I do understand the importance of tire pressure. I also understand the importance of using the correct tire for the intended purpose. I also understand that there are people everywhere that use the wrong tire for the wrong application and...
  18. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    Thank you everyone for the suggestions. Psi is either 50 or 55, whatever the tires call for. I don’t remember exactly off hand, and I don’t know immediately what load range they are. I’ve never looked. I’ve heard both arguments for and against car tires. I know some truck tires give a higher...
  19. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    Yea, I don’t know why it’s so hard to get a quality trailer tire. I think the only reason mine lasted this long is because my trailer is stored inside.
  20. bigcountry78

    Trailer tires

    Well, my 6x12 utility trailer will finally need tires this spring. I guess 12 years on a set of tires is long enough. Right now it has ST215/75r15’s, which are the original tires. I’ve noticed that when the trailer has a decent load such as 2 atv’s or a heavier lawn mower, the tires seem to sway...
  21. bigcountry78

    ZZ502 Bbc for trade or $

    Oh niiice
  22. bigcountry78

    ZZ502 Bbc for trade or $

    So what’d you get? Gotta appreciate a guy that has his own forklift…
  23. bigcountry78

    Good manual battery chargers?

    I’m still in this boat, paddling in circles lol. Lowe’s has a Schumacher brand in stock, but the reviews are terrible. I wonder if their quality has fallen off? I have a four wheeler battery that the smart charger wouldn’t recognize to kick on. I borrowed an older Schumacher charger this...
  24. bigcountry78

    Thinking about streamlining my tools.

    I like to think I’m good as well, but I’m tempted to go use that promotion again and get two more batteries and a circular saw. Don’t ask me why, I have a Metabo saw and there is no way I’d ever need seven batteries on any of my projects. But it seems like the thing to do….
  25. bigcountry78

    Thinking about streamlining my tools.

    Update: I went to Lowe’s after church to grab the sawzall. The brushless model sells for $130, but they’re running a promotion where you can buy two 4aH batteries with a charger for $150, and get a free tool. For me it’s was an easy choice to spend another $20 and get two batteries with the saw...

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