Knipex Cobra vs Alligator Pliers. Which one is better for your trade? - Pliersman
Between Knipex alligator vs cobra water pump pliers, which one should you go for? Find out the answer in this article.
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I need some 10-12” pipe wrenches. Mine have grown legs I guess.
I’d like a thermal imager. A nice one but I’m too cheap
Please, no jetter talk. It’s really not attractive.
I’d like a thermal imager. A nice one but I’m too cheap
Please, no jetter talk. It’s really not attractive.
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They really are nice. However there’s a big difference between want and need. I have a number four that is perfectly functional.IDK if his planes are more tool or art? I’m definitely not questioning the quality or function of the tools, it’s second to none. They are just so well built and beautifully designed.
I have a few L-N tools. They remind me of a 1911 Kimber or a really high end Springfield. Idk if you shoot, but that’s the best comparison that I can draw. They are simply lovely. But they are also a pile of money and I’ve got one in college and two behind him.
We have been looking at this set for that reason...not always needed but when they are, VERY helpful...looked at the smaller M12 press tool but it takes different jaws, than the M18 and ridgid models, so small but pretty irritating that it won't match up to anything else...I’d like a pivot head press gun for tight spots. Like crimping under a slab if you tunneled under a little bit. For this kind of repair my guy has to make today.
We have been looking at this set for that reason...not always needed but when they are, VERY helpful...looked at the smaller M12 press tool but it takes different jaws, than the M18 and ridgid models, so small but pretty irritating that it won't match up to anything else...
The compact jaws for Ridgid last approx 5,000 presses.
The standard size tool
Jaws last approximately 10,000 presses.
Ridgid ring kits last 5,000 presses
I would expect Milwaukee life cycle to be close to that.
What say you Rocky ?
Ok, we had some issues withe Ridgid RP240 compact press gun and jaw kit. We returned the first 1 because we had issues with drips on 3/4 presses. Had the same issue again with the replacement unit on 3/4 presses. 2nd time around instead of cutting fittings out to inspect for proper fitment, we re pressed with the standard (larger) press gun and drips stopped. We formed an experienced opinion that the compact tool lacked in power to make a tight enough press. These were streamline press fittings and we've never had an issue with the streamline propress fittings before. So i returned the compact one yet again and just bought another RP350 and jaw set up to 2",The compact jaws for Ridgid last approx 5,000 presses.
The standard size tool
Jaws last approximately 10,000 presses.
Ridgid ring kits last 5,000 presses
I would expect Milwaukee life cycle to be close to that.
What say you Rocky ?
The nibco compact i bought with the larger nibco has worked fine though. No issues with any presses. I didnt test the ridgid compact on any other vittings like Viega or Mueller. In my opinion it should have not been an issue based on the amount of streamline press fittings we have installed over the years. I prefer Viega but my main supplier stocks streamline because they probably make more money off of the streamline. Who can blame them.
I wouldnt buy the Milwaukee Compact press anything. I would get the m18 version and have that extra capability to press up to 4" on copper and 4" on carbon. Just my 2 cents.
We have been looking at this set for that reason...not always needed but when they are, VERY helpful...looked at the smaller M12 press tool but it takes different jaws, than the M18 and ridgid models, so small but pretty irritating that it won't match up to anything else...
We have been looking at this set for that reason...not always needed but when they are, VERY helpful...looked at the smaller M12 press tool but it takes different jaws, than the M18 and ridgid models, so small but pretty irritating that it won't match up to anything else...
yea, i guess if they made the 1/2" to 2" jaw set that use with the press jaw for 2-1/2 through 4" you wouldnt need a pivoting head. Im not sure if they offer that on 1/2" through 2" though.
I thought you bought a Milwaukee compact 12v pex crimp press toolOk, we had some issues withe Ridgid RP240 compact press gun and jaw kit. We returned the first 1 because we had issues with drips on 3/4 presses. Had the same issue again with the replacement unit on 3/4 presses. 2nd time around instead of cutting fittings out to inspect for proper fitment, we re pressed with the standard (larger) press gun and drips stopped. We formed an experienced opinion that the compact tool lacked in power to make a tight enough press. These were streamline press fittings and we've never had an issue with the streamline propress fittings before. So i returned the compact one yet again and just bought another RP350 and jaw set up to 2",
The nibco compact i bought with the larger nibco has worked fine though. No issues with any presses. I didnt test the ridgid compact on any other vittings like Viega or Mueller. In my opinion it should have not been an issue based on the amount of streamline press fittings we have installed over the years. I prefer Viega but my main supplier stocks streamline because they probably make more money off of the streamline. Who can blame them.
I wouldnt buy the Milwaukee Compact press anything. I would get the m18 version and have that extra capability to press up to 4" on copper and 4" on carbon. Just my 2 cents.
I thought you bought a Milwaukee compact 12v pex crimp press tool
It is not the compact. its the m18. light AF.
Light for a man such as yourself Rocky.It is not the compact. its the m18. light AF.
I might need to borrow it for a week next month, I gots a 2 bath to repairs through da attic. It’s polybutylene now.
The grey death, do you at least have something decent to connect to?Light for a man suck as yourself Rocky.
I might need to borrow it for a week next month, I gots a 2 bath to repairs through da attic. It’s polybutylene now.
Yeah the water meter out by the curbThe grey death, do you at least have something decent to connect to?
Its not repairs, that was a typo. It’s a complete potable repipe
🏦🏦🏦💰💰💰Yeah the water meter out by the curb
Its not repairs, that was a typo. It’s a complete potable repipe
Can you buy jaws for it that crimp propress copper ?It is not the compact. its the m18. light AF.
Do they make those little rings crimper jaws kits that get you into tight awkward spots and the ring kit comes with a pressing jaw to put in your press tool ? It would be pipe specific.
I like that one unless its a tight spot.Here’s the flaring tool I use.
Watch this video and let Paul tell you all about it. Paul’s a homosexual but he’s knowledgeable about flaringbtools.
Enjoy
It makes a jewelry piece flare. I just got in an order of flare nuts. I like the heavy forged type.I like that one unless its a tight spot.
Can you buy jaws for it that crimp propress copper ?
Do they make those little rings crimper jaws kits that get you into tight awkward spots and the ring kit comes with a pressing jaw to put in your press tool ? It would be pipe specific.
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doesn’t look like they offer the ring style press you’re asking about. And it looks like their mega press kit for 1-1/4” - 2” isn’t a pivot style jaw unlike the ridgid set.
When they’re real tight I give it a rap or two with a cold chisel and hammer to loosen it up. Terry ain’t skeeredWish I would've had one of these 20 years ago instead of that neanderthal knuckle buster I always used🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
This has been worth its weight in gold, has NEVER slipped, ever.
I had a wrench slip once and I nearlycut my damn thumb off on the water heater jacket. The socket I use now is heavy and about 6” deep in conjunction with a 14” pipe wrench.
Always used an 1-1/2” 5 point. With a long ass handle. Could lift the water heater off the floor with it. Depending on how tight the element was in there.Wish I would've had one of these 20 years ago instead of that neanderthal knuckle buster I always used🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
This has been worth its weight in gold, has NEVER slipped, ever.
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