The Harbor Freight PASS/FAIL Thread...

[raflomo]

Originally Posted by fxt

usually if a stand bends it because it isn't properly set. say it might of tipped one way when the weight of the car was on it. then that force caused it to bend.

the reason i say this is bc all your weight on a stand is vertical, so it should collapse downward before it bends

truthfully that is what i think happened but I was out of town so idk for sure.Thats why i'm not taking it back.

[IONH]

Originally Posted by fxt

usually if a stand bends it because it isn't properly set. say it might of tipped one way when the weight of the car was on it. then that force caused it to bend.

the reason i say this is bc all your weight on a stand is vertical, so it should collapse downward before it bends

Agreed. There can also be an unexpected shift in weight if it were used on asphalt when one leg begins to dig in.

[subarub4]

Originally Posted by IONH

Agreed. There can also be an unexpected shift in weight if it were used on asphalt when one leg begins to dig in.

True this happened to me on some non HF stands.. they never bent but I caught it before it fully tipped over

[dreaminbimmers]

Cen-tech infrared thermometer...Pass

Been using one regularly for the last few weeks. Seems to be accurate within the given specs. Only complaint I have (and its a small one) is that it defaults to celcius. Oh yea, also doesn't work well on stainless, but I don't think many do. With coupon only $25. Definitely worth the trip to HF.

[fxt]

Originally Posted by subarub4

True this happened to me on some non HF stands.. they never bent but I caught it before it fully tipped over

should never use then on asphalt unless you have something underneath it to disperse the weight of those 4 thin legs.

[fxt]

Two Piece Foldable Saw Horse Set #41577





pass.

very beefy. hardware to assembly kinda crappy. i used rivets in the horizontal bars that cross the legs.

got them on sale for 20$ also

[Kriilin]

Multifunction Power Tool- PASS!!! This thing is amazing, especially for the price. I've already used it to cut 1" thick floor leveler over a 4' section, trim drywall, and cut 1/2" wood paneling, and some sanding too. The head gets fairly warm, but I've beaten it like a rented mule. Link: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=67256

Edit: Oh yeah, also removed silicone caulking..I'll be stocking up on blades my next trip.

[lwram]

They have the Variable Speed Multifunction Power Tool on sale for 49.99 and you can use the 20% off on it too

[Indy_500]

Originally Posted by lwram

They have the Variable Speed Multifunction Power Tool on sale for 49.99 and you can use the 20% off on it too

it's on sale at my local harbor freight for 35 or 40

[lwram]

The single speed is on sale of 35 near me and the Variable for 50

[Tom2]

Got there version of the dremel tool: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=40457

The first one I got didn't turn on..Was pretty ticked about that..But when I exchanged it, the new one had a different on/off switch - So I guess they corrected the problem.

Worked pretty good from the limited use I got out of it. Was only $15 with the 20% off coupon.

In the last week I have also got a free flashlight, screwdriver set, and tape measure. slickdeals.net has all the coupons. The tape measure it pretty nice. I should go back and get another before it expires. The screwdrivers I'm sure are cheap..but they'll be good for around the house type stuff. I have several of the flashlights now. Try to keep one in each car and each room of the house.

Oh, and I also bought the 4" digital caliper. Works great.


Few months ago I bought the stand up blast cabinet. Pretty impressed with it. No real complaints.

If you notice earlier in this thread I pretty much stated I was done dealing with HF. Well, like a drug attic, I'm back. The quality seems to be improving - and it's important to do a net/google search for the part # you're considering buying. Ive definitely learned to spend more money up front and get it right to begin with, then wasting money on something that will just break. However, it's still nice to have a cheap option for us poor lower/lower middle class types.

My local HF is packed every time I go in..They're sucking so much business away from Sears it's crazy. I think if HF plays their cards right, they can be huge in a few years. Theres also really no other place to go for many of the things they sell. Especially automotive type stuff - unless you have time to order online.

[babyjay8495]

Originally Posted by Tom2

Got there version of the dremel tool: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=40457

My local HF is packed every time I go in..They're sucking so much business away from Sears it's crazy. I think if HF plays their cards right, they can be huge in a few years. Theres also really no other place to go for many of the things they sell. Especially automotive type stuff - unless you have time to order online.

I agree. I know they have taken a ton of my business away from sears. With the quality of sears going down fast and HF quality going up (compared to what they were ten years ago) it's hard to pay twice as much at sears.

[danc333]

18 Gauge 2-in-1 Nailer/Stapler: PASS

I just purchased this today. Model 97524/40116. It was on sale for $19.99 minus 20% off. I paid $16. I used when I got home for a project. Drove about 100 1 1/4" staples into 3/4" plywood. I have to say I am very happy.
No Jams. I used HF Brand Staples for most of my project, but I also tried some Porter Cable staples that i had and they work fine as well. I have some more projects planned to use this so I will update if I have any issues.


Double-duty gun handles staples up to 1-1/2", brads up to 2". Patented. Ideal for interior and exterior finish and trim, furniture, cabinet work, staircases, paneling, and crafts.

* Air consumption: 4-6 SCFM
* Depth adjustment for flush or below-level fastening
* Single sequential safety trip mechanism
* 360º exhaust
* Magazine viewing window
* Fastener capacity: Brad nails 1/2" to 2", Staples 3/4" to 1-1/2"

[Coach James]

Multi Meter

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=90899

Pass.

I bought several of these for my physics and chemistry students to use and they have been fine. I have had to replace a few fuses, or actually I gave the fuses to my students and made them do it, but that has been the only issue.

An added bonus was I got them on sale for $2.99

Coach

[alamerang]

Electronic Fly Swatter



http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=40122

Super PASS
This is definitely in the top 25 best things I have ever bought at Harbor Freight. Down here in south TX we get mosquitoes so bad that you cant even stand to be outside sometimes. When I got this I was at the end of my rope with these things and sprays and repellent only did so much to help. I got this thing and didn't have too high of an expectation for it. Wow was I surprised! Just push and hold the button, swing and watch em fry. This thing is awesome.

[TireTracks]

This thread makes me wish we had a harbor freight closer than 90 miles away, not really close enough to shop at, and i would spend a ton on gas.

[Indy_500]

i forgot this one (i'm sure i've forgotten a couple more)

a texture paint spray gun. i use it and i lend it to my uncle like 5 times a year and it just keeps on running! it works awesome and looks really good

[Scout Driver]

Originally Posted by TireTracks

This thread makes me wish we had a harbor freight closer than 90 miles away, not really close enough to shop at, and i would spend a ton on gas.

Me too TireTracks.

Scott

[raflomo]

Mini flashlights...got the coupon for 2.99 so I thought I would try it...Super Duper bright...

[Indy_500]

also, i got a bolt cutters from there too, doesn't move as freely as i wish but it cuts the bolts i want it to cut