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Ridgid Power Unmatched Warranty

2016-08-14T10:01:00.001-04:00

I took my Ridgid 1 year old cordless vacuum motor assembly to Emerson factory for an inspection because my vacuum switch shorted and they told me that they would look if it was covered since it wasn't eligible for lifetime warranty !! They sent me a brand new whole vacuum and a new filter !! So I now have W canister !! #bestserviceever #ridgidteam #hardtobeat

I thought this article from fine home building was really interesting !

2016-07-31T11:13:00.001-04:00

http://www.finehomebuilding.com/2009/01/22/jigs-for-jambs-and-other-door-hanging-advice

Milwaukee Tool FUEL GEN 2 Drills 2703-22 - First Look - YouTube

2015-09-13T13:25:00.001-04:00

Milwaukee Fuel 2nd Generation drills are kicking ass !!
What's next !!??

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18V Brushless Hammer Drill Showdown 2 – Dewalt vs Milwaukee vs Makita vs Bosch - coptool.com

2014-12-04T21:35:00.001-05:00

Real life Challenge for theses brushless drills !!

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6 Gallon Vertical Pancake Air Compressor - RIDGID Professional Tools

2014-10-09T22:36:00.001-04:00

6 Gallon Vertical Pancake Air Compressor - RIDGID Professional Tools

WTW Tradie Tough Test - MAKITA 190mm Cordless 18v x 2 CIRC SAW - YouTube

2014-04-13T16:26:00.001-04:00

Makita's New 2 x 18v batteries or 36v 7 1/4in" circular saw !! Makita claims that saw to be as powerfull as their corded version !!

WTW Tradie Tough Test - MAKITA 190mm Cordless 18v x 2 CIRC SAW - YouTube: "http://youtu.be/-aL3hBp1w7o"

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Extension Cords by Color | Fourman Industries

2014-04-05T13:36:00.001-04:00

Just thought I would share this great idea about making sure you won't lose your extension cord on the job site anymore !! You can order the extension cord in the color you want and even put your company name with phone number on it or even any personalized message you want on it !! What a great idea !!

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New Ridgid Impact Wrench !!

2014-01-23T17:41:00.001-05:00

For all the my Ridgid power tools fan out there that wish to know what will be the next tool coming out the hay !! I just thought I would share that link since it looks like my Aussie friends don't mess around coming up with their latest tools !!

So here's the link http://www.aegpowertools.com.au/

Cheers

For thoses who had a doubt about Makita's drill torque !

2013-11-13T17:39:00.001-05:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Z2HSTT3tjE&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Makita BHR243Z SDS Brushless Rotary Hammer Drill In Action

2013-11-07T21:11:00.001-05:00

http://www.youtube.com/v/M75IIi0i4x0?version=3&autohide=1&autoplay=1&attribution_tag=5nQiisHWu5ACcdiqNyDUtg&showinfo=1&autohide=1&feature=share

AEG New Brushless Impact and Hammerdrill

2013-10-23T20:54:00.001-04:00

I wonder what RIDGID is waiting for to come up with their new brushless impact and hammer drill !!

AEG POWERTOOLS [ AUSTRALIA ] PRODUCTS | Combo Kits | BSB18CKIT1152B:

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DEWALT | Power Tools, Contractor Tools and Accessories

2013-09-23T19:59:00.001-04:00

This might draw the attention of a lot more customers towards Dewalt table saws !! One of the main reason why I chose a Ridgid portable table saw over the older Dewalt Model was that it would rip 24" over 16" for the Dewalt !! Now it would mean that Dewalt is getting closer to my top 1 in my table saw comparison post !!

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Composite Decking vs Wood !! ??

2013-09-05T22:14:00.001-04:00

A lot of customers that I've worked for in the past few years were always torn between the idea of building a composite or a conventional wood deck in their backyard !!

I know that most of the composite decking companies would do anything to sell their product to the customers !! Saying things like it's longer lasting than wood, won't fade, no more staining, more durable, better look and faster installation !! I will never try to stop a customer from buying composite decking, but I will definitely put the pros and cons before we start to make sure that they've weighted in all their options !!

The huge difference between the wood and composite is the price !! Even if you had a great deal on the materials, you can expect to pay at leas 4 to 6 times more for composite that standard pressure treated !!

Also some people want a surface that is clean, won't rot, is easier to clean and that they won't have apply stain !! Well for that matter you could be tempted to go for composite, to save the hassle, but be aware that in the sun the composite decking get so hot that toddlers would literally burn their feet of the surface how's that for comfortable ... !!

I always tell my customers thinks twice, because I've met a few people that were really disappointed of choosing composite over wood !! They are sold as composite, because when you rip the material you can notice a mix of plastic, pressure treated sawdust, and even some metal flakes !! Since it's composed in part of wood some of these brands will get mildew spots on their surface, will fade in the sun and will even get cigarettes burn (at least with a wood deck you can sand the burnt spots to make them disappear) !! The myth that you will never have to build a deck again is......... false because most companies will build all the sub-structure out of pressure treated wood to keep the cost low and get the job, but then your deck is only as good as it's footing, so at best 15 to 20 years and that would become a very expensive 15 years deck wouldn't it !??

I mean again if you have all the money in the world and you have a nice shady oasis that you want to build yourself a beautiful and spotless deck on it !!

Go Composite !!

Otherwise you can even try Cedar (Low Maintenance), Brazilian Walnut (Would Probably outlast your composite deck by 25 years and would cost you about the same)

Oh I forgot to mention if you drag your patio furniture and scratch the surface, on your composite decking or make a big dent on a board, it's only a 1/16" of a inch shell before the core, you've just bought yourself a new $85+ dollar board !!

Cheers

Homemade Folding Miter Saw Stand

2013-06-25T22:22:00.001-04:00

I love the ingenuity in the design !!

It's a great DIY project and a cheap and awesome alternative to an expensive already made miter saw bench !! It's definitely worth your time !! Enjoy the video !!

AEG POWERTOOLS [ AUSTRALIA ] PRODUCTS | Hammers | BSB18B0 | BSB18BLI303C | Brushless

2013-06-10T21:59:00.001-04:00

As I mentioned in one of my previous post, AEG is the twin version of RIDGID power tool in Europe !! The only difference is that they don't offer a lifetime service agreement with their power tool system which sucks for them !!! And the reason why I had to talk about them again is because I just found out that it's only a matter of time before RIDGID also brings out his own version of the 18V Brushless Hammer Drill !! And for those who think that RIDGID is a second class power tool, just know that AEG just bumped their warranty from 3 to 6 years !! Can you say the same of your favorite tool brand !! ??

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Lamello Hidden Fasteners System

2013-06-08T20:53:00.001-04:00

For Diy enthusiasts and cabinet makers who want to assemble their work with an amazing hidden fasteners system !

Watch "Lamello Invis Mx Starter Kit" on YouTube

Milwaukee Fuel Demo - YouTube

2013-05-28T22:06:00.001-04:00

I keep on seeing tons of videos on youtube about Dewalt vs Makita and Dewalt vs Bosch torque challenge and it's get me sick to see the Dewalt winning most of the time !! I'm a carpenter and I've tried Hitachi, Milwaukee, Bosch, Hilti, Metabo, Makita and Dewalt (which I was a fan of for few years for cordless drills), but now I stick to Ridgid for lifetime warranty and reliability reasons !! My last two cordless drills were 18 volt Dewalt and they both died on me within a year and a half and the last one died on me drilling a 2 1/8" hole for a door handle into cedar !! For thoses who know cedar is a really soft wood !! Dewalt drills might deliver a lot of torque, but they got no brain, if you overwork them they WILL absolutely fail you !! I would like to see a Dewalt do that !!

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LXT X2 About - Makita X2

2013-05-24T09:47:00.001-04:00

Makita came out with a 36V adapter that would allow the user to get full 36V capacity with his 18V battery system using 2 battery pack side by side !! It's a pretty clever idea !! Chances are that this beast probably performs just as great as a corded judging by Makita high standards of engineering !!
I want one of theses !!

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Investments Hardware | Tools, Accessories & More!

2013-05-13T19:53:00.001-04:00

If you are looking for an hardware liquidator who is open to public and has a amazing customer satisfaction politic !!! You should look up IHL website !!! They are a canadian owned and operated business with only one goal in mind saving you money by offering you the best deals in the business !!!

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Metabo launches 5.2 Ah battery packs | What Tradies Want Magazine - by Mayne Publications

2013-04-11T21:18:00.001-04:00

Where the Future Will Take US !! ?? (Wait the Future is Now !!!)

Metabo launches 5.2 Ah battery packs | What Tradies Want Magazine - by Mayne Publications

Build an All-Season Snowboard Ramp

2013-04-09T22:06:00.000-04:00

This is some shots of an all season snowboard ramp that I've build for my boss's daughter !! This allow's her not only to train on the slopes, but to train in her backyard even in the summertime !!

Fein release hand-held core drill for metal | What Tradies Want Magazine - by Mayne Publications

2013-04-04T21:52:00.001-04:00

Fein Being a Top Quality Tool Maker you can only Expect Great Things from this New Tool !!

Fein release hand-held core drill for metal | What Tradies Want Magazine - by Mayne Publications

Wooden Boat Centre

2013-03-10T18:56:00.001-04:00

Anybody who is Interested in Woodworking and Share Common Viking Roots like me Could Really Enjoy Watching this Wooden Boat Building Web Site !!

Wooden Boat Centre:

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FoamZall – SPF Removal - Spray Foam Systems

2013-02-27T12:15:00.001-05:00

This Tool is Offers a Fast and Efficient Way of Cutting Spray Foam Excess !!

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Track N Go part 2 - YouTube

2013-02-24T12:25:00.001-05:00

Never be stuck in a snow storm again !!

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