Category Archive: TECH, Tech Stories, Tools, Videos
Can This $150 Machine From China Magically Erase Dings, Dents, And Hail Damage Or Is It Just Sales Hype? Watch And See.
We’ve all seen the tools that pop up online for sale, either on Facebook, IG, or YouTube, but it seems like half the time those ads are spouting claims that just sound too good to be true. I...
When A Square Is Not Just A Square: Jason At Fireball Tools Answer Your Most Asked Questions About Welding Squares
I’ve been a Fireball Tools fan since Jason was still working in another shop and Fireball was his side hustle, along with his YouTube channel. His awesome designs, testing procedures, and...
What Size Generator Do You Need In A Blackout? This Test Will Show How These Generators REALLY Perform
When you walk down the generator aisle at your favorite tool store, it’s easy to get bogged down with all the size available. I mean do you really need a jillion megawatts? I happen to own a...
Build Your Own Sheetmetal Brake: This DIY Project Will Give You The Finger Brake You’ve Always Wanted!
If you don’t follow the Metalist on YouTube, trust me when I tell you that they make some really cool shop tools and equipment. What’s cool is that you can watch the video and see what...
Compact Air Compressor Shootout: Which One Of These Is The Quietest And Fastest Compressor Project Farm Has Ever Tested?
Whether you are a drag and drive competitor, in the construction trades, or just don’t have much need or room for a larger air compressor in your garage, then one of these compact and quiet air...
DIY Metal Fab Project: Here’s How To Build a BIG CNC Plasma Cutter for under $750!
I’ve watched a lot of CNC plasma table build videos and really, really want one for the shop. And there are some really good deals on plasma tables from several good companies, like Eastwood,...
Is This The Best Screwdriver Set Ever Tested? Snap-On Takes On 14 Other Brands Of Screwdrivers To Find Out Which Brand Is Best!
Snap-On always seems to be the bar that everyone is trying to reach in the tool world, and for good reason. They have been one of the premier tool brands for decades and are a brand you can trust....
Tool Testing And Review: The New Milwaukee M12 Die Grinder 3485 vs New Harbor Freight, Hyper Tough, And Air
Cordless die grinders are one of the tools that fabricators have had a hard time embracing because they just don’t have the power and speed that air tools provide. But there are still less...
Who Makes The Best Product For Drying Up And Cleaning Up Spills In The Shop? More Than A Dozen Products Tested!
I’ve used a lot of different products over the years to clean up spills in the shop, and I have to say that not all of them have been good. In fact, some of them just plain suck, while others...
Cordless Ratchet Comparison Tests: DeWALT’s ONLY High Speed Ratchet, New Harbor Freight & Kobalt vs M12
More cordless tool testing baby! It’s time for another cordless ratchet comparison as there are some new ones on the market. If you don’t have a cordless ratchet, you are missing out. I...
The Truth About Dash Cams: What Do You Need To Spend, Do They Work, And Which Ones Offer The Best Value?
I know people who have had dash cams in their cars for years and years, but I’ve always wondered if they are something smart to have. On too many occasions to count I’ve said to myself...
Tool Testing And Tech: How to Buy Cheap Cordless Tools that Don’t Suck. There Are More Options Than You Might Think!
We show tool reviews around here all the time, and are all about comparing high end tools vs low cost alternatives, but how do you know when a cheap tool is actually worth owning? Cheap doesn’t...
Has Harbor Freight Outdone TimWelds Favorite Weld Prep Tool? Hercules Right Angle Die Grinder
We love cordless tool reviews and are well known for being all about bang for your buck around here. And who isn’t, especially nowadays. We can all agree that Milwaukee is a premier cordless...
