Originally Posted by
megalowmatt
I didn't realize Harbor Freight had so many bike related items. I guess like a lot of their stuff, it's buyer beware but probably worth checking some of it out. That tool tray looks pretty good, especially for the price.
The best repair investment I have made has been a Park pcs10 repair stand. Can't believe I built up an entire commuter from a ghetto rack bolted to my work bench. It was back breaking. A real repair stand makes all the difference in the world.
I'm a tool snob, but there are some things that are not only
cheaper, but better at times and you just gotta jump on them.
And I agree wholeheartedly with you on having a proper stand.
I've been able to do so much more with so much ease. It's a pleasure.
Plus, it makes for better quality of workmanship if you have that extra pair of hands.
I totally love how I could tilt my stand in all kinds of positions and angles. Makes things mega-easier.
I was going to pick up a Park Tool Stool, but came across this at a garage sale (guy asked for ten bucks,
I'm sure I could've gotten it fo $5 easy, but he made my day with that stool so I just gave him the $10.):
When I find myself needing height adjustment, I'll spring for the Park Tool Stool, but between this and
one my my daughters' little wooden chairs that measure about 12" heigh, it's all I need for now.
Next on my list is a Torque Wrench.
I'm pretty sure it'll be a Park Tool model,
but I'm open to suggestions for anything else.
Budget will be in the $100-125 range.
For those of you that use torque wrenches extensively, which do you prefer?
Short handled or long handled torque wrenches? I'm thinking a shorty because of the tight
quarters, but don't want to miss any of the leverage of a long handled wrench if it's significant.