TOOL BAGS, whad-ya carry in em???

[R12rules]

What do you carry in your tool bags?

I know some of you got three or four separate bags for all different ocassion.

What I want to know is what is in your main bag?

Some carry just diagnostic stuff while others carry tubing cutters, a flare block, pinch off tools and even a 3/8" socket set.

And .... what's it weigh?


He honest here.

Pix if you got em.

[condenseddave]

Originally posted by R12rules
What do you carry in your tool bags?

I know some of you got three or four separate bags for all different ocassion.

What I want to know is what is in your main bag?

Some carry just diagnostic stuff while others carry tubing cutters, a flare block, pinch off tools and even a 3/8" socket set.

And .... what's it weigh?


He honest here.

Pix if you got em.

I have about twenty bags on the truck right now, all specialty stuff in it's own kit.

[smilies]

This is the bag that goes into every call with me. Couple meters, temp meter, temp laser, hand tools. Everything else in the van.


http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/36193_toolbag.jpg

[midhvac]

No bag, just a tool box. Weighs about 45 pounds. Keep switchin arms so one doesn't get too long. Hate making trips back to the truck. Everything I need's in it, thermos, urinal, cigarettes, lunch, toothpics.

[condenseddave]

Originally posted by midhvac
No bag, just a tool box. Weighs about 45 pounds. Keep switchin arms so one doesn't get too long. Hate making trips back to the truck. Everything I need's in it, thermos, urinal, cigarettes, lunch, toothpics.



That is what I call my "primary diagnostic kit."

[midhvac]

Originally posted by condenseddave

Originally posted by midhvac
No bag, just a tool box. Weighs about 45 pounds. Keep switchin arms so one doesn't get too long. Hate making trips back to the truck. Everything I need's in it, thermos, urinal, cigarettes, lunch, toothpics.



That is what I call my "primary diagnostic kit."


*NOT* for rooftop use, exspecially going up one of those straight up attached to the bldg ladders.

[bb]

Originally posted by jerrycoolsaz
This is the bag that goes into every call with me. Couple meters, temp meter, temp laser, hand tools. Everything else in the van.


http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/36193_toolbag.jpg

Hey how do you check subcooling with that gauge ?set?

[smilies]

Originally posted by bb
[QUOTE]

Hey how do you check subcooling with that gauge ?set?


What's this subcooling you talk about?

[midhvac]

Is the rest of the gauge set in layaway?

[litlbit69]

I have a bucket ( so i can sit my ass on it. I carry what i need..other wisei run to the van and get what im missing ( even doggie or cat treats lol)

[Dowadudda]

I have 5 bags set up. One for pipe fitting , one for downstairs, one for roof work ect. In each of my bags I have everything I would need to make a repair, less torches and bigg stuff like that.. My main is a tool pouch, with all the meters, hand tools I need, with a belt over my shoulder..

[smilies]

Originally posted by midhvac
Is the rest of the gauge set in layaway?




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No, since most of my work are parallel refrigeration racks, that is all I need most of the time. Quick coil pressure checks or oil pressure checks.

[rob10]

Meters, 1/4 socket set, 1/4, 5/6, 3/8 driver, combination screwdriver, 4 pair of alligator jumper wires, infrared thermometer, and a pair of jaw pliers. Guages over the shoulder. The rest is on the truck in 5 bags and multiple bins.

[litlbit69]

I cant imagine 5 bags..lol...I have one bucket and change it out for the seasons...I dont even carry a purse let alone have that much,..lol

[appltech1]

Purse, PURSE, hmm, purse. yep. I thought i had all the tool carriers. Recon I can get a purse with a sholder strap in Cobalt blue? Definatly a fashion thing. Might even make the "HVAC Fashion Gazet".

[swat]

Contents on average...

1/4 5/16 3/8 11/32 7/16 1/2 nut drives

Fluke hot stick

Fluke 16 with pipe temp clamp

Fluke 322 amp clamp and leads

mirror

6" lighter

makita 12v impact drill and 1/4 5/16 and 3/8 chucks

phillips and flat head speed screw drivers

assosrted philips and flat heads

Trane SH and SC chart calc.

gator jumper wires

mechanics loves

strippers

crimpers

dykes

linesmen

needle nose

couple of creasants and channel locks

[litlbit69]

LOL Appltech1...umm maybe ut mine is brown..leather.lol
that might be a bit more for this time of year...
other wise prefer my 5gl bucket with its skirt and all my tools

KISS

[hvacbear]

1/4" socket set,gerber tool, flashlight, volt stick
, 7 level screwdriver, pen pencil,4" cresent (on my belt) Then klien linesmans pliers 9" ,dikes,3 klein screwdrivers,cresent's 3/8" x 7/16 " and 1/2"x9/16" offset box end wrench (use em'every day) razor knife fuse pullers, fluke 33 clam on amp meter, didital thermometer,channel locks and vice grips plus some oyher stuff i have to dump the whole mess out to get to. All that fitsin a klien pouch/w belt meter in a case on the knife clip

[airmax]

Well...
The usual stuff: couple of Fluke meters; amp probe and 16, 1/4 to 7/16 nut drivers, multi screwdriver, couple of Klein 8" crescent wrenches, controls screwdriver, small inspection mirror, Olfa knife, couple of speed wrenches, stubby multi screwdriver, couple of pump pliers, large flathead, Allen keys- two sets, electrical tape, pouch with wire connectors, thats about it.

All my tools that I might've forgot mentioning... my appologies http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/27490_open_mouthsmile.gif

[markwolf]

5 gal. bucket w/1/4"socket set,nut runners,tube cutter,sight glass cutter,6 way screw driver,combo amp-vom,a second vom,dig thermometer,wire nuts,wire strippers,stake ons,2 box-open end wrench sets,refer wrench,1/4x5/16 box rachet wrench,wire ties,folding saw,18"-24"-36"thermocouples,carrier 3 wire pilot assy,elec tape,2 small vise grips,10" cresent,4"cresent,small drill index w/bits,needle nose,stick magnet,4-jumper wires,set of 4 e-z outs,linesman pliers,I am sure there is more I am missing. I have other bags one for solder&refer piping work,one for heavy mechanic tools,one for sheet metal work,one for lock out tag out stuff,one for safety gear harness hard hat etc.I also have a few shelves with assorted tools on them 9volt makita right angle drill,milwaukee combo 18volt dril/saw/light etc.etc.I service all kind of wild stuff plus do install on ocassion I would say half of my truck is loaded down with tools.

[hvac45]

I like tool belts, have 2, one for service an electricians type, and one for install its a double., I do 95% with just a tool belt. Tool bags slow you down, I can be in a dark attic and reach for whatever and get it, no wasting time digging around. If you have to do a major repair you'll have to go to the truck for a part anyway. The secret to a tool belt is always put the tool back in the same place.

[len]

since i work primarily on coolers.its a tool bag from sears 18,pockets,it consist of,tubing cutters lge and small.1/4 3/8/5/16 nut drivers klien screw drivers.fieldpiece lt17 fluke12.line man pliers 2channel locks.electronic leak detector.small parts bin with small fittings.lockout for brkr panel.quickpierce pliers.fluke voltage indicater pen.and my boots are shiny.

[billygoat22]

I just retired my old tool box I used. Had another that stayed on truck so got two new steel boxes with 3 drawers to divide the two into evenly.
I work in install so the old box had most what I'd need for installation, but it weighed about 65lbs. New boxes weight less, but my meter, manometers, drill bits and drill case are still separate. Also have electrician's tool bag.

http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvactalk/36901_tool_box_002.jpg
http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvactalk/36902_tool_box_001.jpg

Custom made to hold tools- 18" drive edge bender fit at top of box. flare wrenches,flare tool, hex wrench set and combination wrench set were in front space. Tin snips in lid, stubby screwdrivers on left shelf with tubing cutter. Socket set, sheet metal tools, wrenchs all went in till.



[Edited by bcw on 03-08-2004 at 10:04 PM]

[CityHvac]

If only tool boxes could talk!!!

[The Penguin]

what ever fits in my pockets

[aircooled53]

Bag
1/4,5/16/,3/8,7/16/1/2
long slot screwdriver insulated,phillips,small slot
3 very small slot screwdrivers,phillips
9" cresent 10"
2 types refigeration wrenches/racket 1/4-5/16
side cutters,neddle nose/linemans
valve core tool
Fluke 79III
Fluke 53 amp clamp
Temperature laser thermometer
Fluke line clamp/Thermometer
Box /w/wire nuts/pistons/1/4 screws 5/16 screws fuses 3-5@
alligater clips/leads
mirror/Big/ objects may appear closer/
wire strippers/klein
12volt Makita light goes with me for the past 7 years.
Got this bag for Christmas/picked it out myself at Home Depot...Says it for electricians but I like it small easy to carry..Used to carry a bigger bag with everything I could put into it Even gauges,vacuum meter,and petes meter water psi for Geo-Thermals.

[Diceman]

No, I don't carry the 9 in it.
Just a tool pouch, usual nutdrivers, screwgy drivers, misc junk and the elec. meter.

[R12rules]

Originally posted by Diceman
No, I don't carry the 9 in it.
Just a tool pouch, usual nutdrivers, screwgy drivers, misc junk and the elec. meter.

What about snack for your maskot? Maybe a spare clip or two ...?


Ya know Dice, if you really had a goat, you could have someone make up a set of tandem saddle bags, custom, to carry all your stuff.

Goats are pretty sure footed so it could possibly make it up most of the same stairs you now climb. Ladders too, if your really as old as I feel tonight.

[Diceman]

You are quite enthralled with hairy, 4 legged animals, huh??
I have to introduce you to Robo some day.

[Green Mountain]

Originally posted by bcw
I just retired my old tool box I used. Had another that stayed on truck so got two new steel boxes with 3 drawers to divide the two into evenly.
I work in install so the old box had most what I'd need for installation, but it weighed about 65lbs. New boxes weight less, but my meter, manometers, drill bits and drill case are still separate. Also have electrician's tool bag.

http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvactalk/36901_tool_box_002.jpg


Cripe!! Who did you work for when you had that--Wells Fargo?? :) "Throw down that strong box, you varmit."

[sfry]

does anyone have seperate tool boxes for gas and oil. my tools for gas which is 80-90% of what i do stay clean. in my oil box i carry more oil related stuff, along with nozzels, strainers, and some fittings. i think there is a puddle of oil in that tool box. i use tool boxes they make a nice seat to help save the knees, also double as an extra foot when something is a bit out of reach.

[frozensolid]

Pouch, I find it much better for ladders, a lot less digging for tools, and I know I am leaving with what I came with.

3 Ajustables, Kleins, wire stripper, 3 nut drivers, Channel locks, Two phillups, Two flat, Dikes, Needle nose, Staking tool, Mirror (2"), 3/8 Through 9/16 wrenches, Service wrench, Screw starter, Fluke pencil and clamp meter(true RMS), Electrical tape, teflon tape.

If that does not do it I keep an empty bag and tray in the truck, and I take whatever is need out of the chest.

[condenseddave]

Originally posted by sfry
does anyone have seperate tool boxes for gas and oil. my tools for gas which is 80-90% of what i do stay clean. in my oil box i carry more oil related stuff, along with nozzels, strainers, and some fittings. i think there is a puddle of oil in that tool box. i use tool boxes they make a nice seat to help save the knees, also double as an extra foot when something is a bit out of reach.

Yeah, I do.

I wasn't joking about having 20 tool bags in the truck. I really have separate bags for every specialty and repair type. (Gas, Oil, 7 are for refrig..., AC, Cordless drill, and a ton of bits went into a bag a year ago. On and on.)

I need to clean the back of the beast soon, anyway, I'll spread 'em out on the shop floor and photog them.;)

[Stamas]

3 nutdrivers, 4 screwdrivers, round mirror (break less), fluke pencil, Fluke clamp on (one with in-rush buttom), Klien 2000 strippers, dikes, linesman pliers. 1/4X5/16, 3/8X7/16, 1/2X9/16, 5/8X3/4 wrenchs along with some offset ratcheting wrenches. Fluke t-meter with bead and clamp probe box of electrical connectors and fasteners. Have separate bag for copper piping and gas piping. Other tools in tool boxes. Had a tool chest in truck, took up to much room. Going to go back to Rat Packs.

[mattm]

Originally posted by Stamis
dikes,

How do you keep them quite when you are with a customer?

[Stamas]

I said "dikes". Put two of them in the bag together they'll be busy and quiet!

[mattm]

Originally posted by Stamis
I said "dikes". Put two of them in the bag together they'll be busy and quiet!

LMAO

[service guy]

I carry a Hammer, 6 jumper wires and a 6 in one screw driver if that don't fix it it can't be fixed. Just kidding I just carry basic hand tools my truck is full of buckets I have a pipe fitting bucket,tin knocking bucket,so when i work on a project i just grab a bucket and run.

[R12rules]

Originally posted by mattm

Originally posted by Stamis
dikes,

How do you keep them quite when you are with a customer?
That is where the DucTape comes in handy!!! :D


I finally found a tool shop who ordered me a tol bit holder to strap onto my cordless drill.
No longer do I have to carry bits in my pants pocket.

That makes a big dif for me.

[condenseddave]

http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/106858_Two_Hour_Mess.jpg

http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/106859_Whatve_I_Done.jpg

An eight hour cleanup, and the shelves and drawers weren't even touched!!!:rolleyes:

Just finished a REAL cleanup earlier. I didn't take any pics of that yet, and I DID forget to shoot pics of all the bags, but they're all in there, just some are still buried.:(

Good news is, I am now officially organized. Until 5 pm tomorrow...:D

[grasshopper]

Nice truck. Is that a Supreme truck body?

[rob10]

Looks like terrorists bombed your truck!! :eek: :p

[R12rules]

Originally posted by rob10
Looks like terrorists bombed your truck!! :eek: :p

Dave, can we say: Pak-Rat?

"collector of antiquities"?

[Roscoe]

We have 2 box vans with sooooooooooo much crap in 'em we'd fit your van and a standard size E 350 loaded to the max. Don't ask about the gas milage

[frozensolid]

Dave you could build a grocery store with that truck. Which side has the murphy bed?

P.S if you don't have the tool you need in that truck, they probably don't make it.

[hvac3901]

about thirty pounds of gear maybe more maybe less?
pipe wrenches.(small)
screwdrivers/ nut drivers
3/8 socket set
three flukes most of the time
three cresent wrenches
allen wrenches
tubing cutters (except big one)
combination wrenches (no bigger than 3/4)
machinist hammer (ball peen)
and electrican cutters (two), linemans, strippers (three)
gauges are pulled when needed (not all my work is dx)
wire labels
wire ties
electric tape
teflon tape
the blue crap for leaks
vice grips (two)
channel locks (two)
notepad and pen (possibly several pens at the bottom)
voltage pen (high voltage)
shraeder remover tool, cores and caps

i think thats about it...

i bet everyone has a #2 craftman phillips head in their bag? you know the one with the clear and blue handle.







[Edited by hvac3901 on 07-30-2004 at 09:59 PM]

[bb]

1 toolbelt ; homemade to my liking with all necessary handtools.

1 toolbag with amp/volt meter
capacitor meter
small tubing cutter
sandcloth
level
t-handle hex wrench
infrared thermo
fin comb (uggg)
teflon paste
mixed wire nuts
service caps
couple of service cap bags with terminals, screws, fuses,wall anchors , etc.
12 volt screwgun and bits
flashlight with 12 volt battery
contact lens bottle w/ Joy soap for leak checking
black tape

[Senior Tech]

1 screwdriver...1 pair pliers...and of course a roll of gray duct tape for everything else.

[Stamas]

Originally posted by R12rules

Originally posted by mattm
[QUOTE]Originally posted by Stamis
[B]dikes,

How do you keep them quite when you are with a customer?


I finally found a tool shop who ordered me a tol bit holder to strap onto my cordless drill.
No longer do I have to carry bits in my pants pocket.

Great, now we have two dikes and a strap on!
So much for a quiet tool bag.

[midhvac]

Originally posted by condenseddave
http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/106858_Two_Hour_Mess.jpg

http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/106859_Whatve_I_Done.jpg



Not a bad arrangement, if it was in a tractor trailer :D

I let my old truck get like that and was buying parts I already had. Really pi*sed me off when I'd find stuff in there I had bought again.

When I finally cleaned it out, I felt like a rich man with all of the new-found stuff :D

Got so bad, I'd dive over the top of things in a fit of rage. Nothing like spending 15 minutes looking for something you know is there.

The smartest move I ever made was buying a case of Ziploc freezer bags and some $2 plastic bins at Dollar General for the new truck. I can go over the rr tracks now and nothing flies out onto the floor or into the next bin.

[condenseddave]

Originally posted by grasshopper
Nice truck. Is that a Supreme truck body?

Thanks.

Superior, by Spartan.

Everything is in a place now, and you can walk on the floor itself, rather than on top of my piles.:rolleyes:

Everything on the ground is now in the truck, with most of it on shelves, with the exception of the sheet metal pallets...

[condenseddave]

Originally posted by R12rules

Originally posted by rob10
Looks like terrorists bombed your truck!! :eek: :p

Dave, can we say: Pak-Rat?

"collector of antiquities"?



HUH?

[R12rules]

Originally posted by condenseddave

Originally posted by R12rules

Originally posted by rob10
Looks like terrorists bombed your truck!! :eek: :p

Dave, can we say: Pak-Rat?

"collector of antiquities"?



HUH?

What I meant by packrat was ... you dont throw away anything. You collect stuff and more stuff and then add more stuff to what you've already collected!
That's a packrat. Someone who collects things.

Maybe your truck isn't old enough to have saved things long enough to be classed as antiques.


I'm the same way. I hang onto junk until I cannot get to my tools and then it's time to "purge the truck."

Binge and purge cycles ....sounds like a disorder of sorts ...:D

[condenseddave]

I filled the dumpster that day.

If it's used, it's trash.
If it's been there so long that I forgot what it's for, it's trash.

Not a part on that truck, except for some odd rebuild kits for RE and Alco valves that is over a year or two old.


"Clean" pics to follow.

[condenseddave]

I take that back.

There is a twenty year old, new in the box BASO valve in there.

[frozensolid]

Dave, how long since your last cleaning?

[Dowadudda]

Non grocery types just don't get the jist of it.

[R12rules]

Man oh man, I start this thread for tool pouches and Dave has to steal the show with his "Wooley Mamouth"!

Next thing I know, Popa Dice is gona show his pix of Jack with saddle bags, on the roof some where!

[oil boiler man]

Originally posted by condenseddave
http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/106858_Two_Hour_Mess.jpg

http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/106859_Whatve_I_Done.jpg

An eight hour cleanup, and the shelves and drawers weren't even touched!!!:rolleyes:

Just finished a REAL cleanup earlier. I didn't take any pics of that yet, and I DID forget to shoot pics of all the bags, but they're all in there, just some are still buried.:(

Good news is, I am now officially organized. Until 5 pm tomorrow...:D

Wow! Looks like your truck threw up!

[condenseddave]

Originally posted by frozensolid
Dave, how long since your last cleaning?

:( Less than six weeks.

Every time I install something, I wind up at the garage door to the shop.:rolleyes:

[fitter638nyc]

http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/hvac/122178_DSC02332.JPG

[Edited by fitter638nyc on 09-04-2004 at 06:09 PM]

[contactme_11]

In our company we have two techs with two trucks each has a well stocked tool tote for service work and misc power tools, pipe wrenches, etc. and test gear in the truck. Any tool that is not used often enough to keep on the truck, is stored in an area of our warehouse.

[pabull]

Originally posted by condenseddave
I take that back.

There is a twenty year old, new in the box BASO valve in there.
If I could have a dollar for every time I needed a BASO switch
and had one on the truck, Id be a rich man. BASO switches are still out there.

[dschwab9]

Let's see, I've got:

Fluke 26III meter
Fluke clamp meter
digital thermometer
infrared thermometer
valve core tool
container with several valve cores
service port caps
2 crescent wrenches
1/4 and 5/16 nutdriver (no 3/8 for some reason, need to pick up a new one)
several common size screwdrivers (had one of those multi screwdrivers, but I must have left it in a unit somewhere)
wire cutters
wire strippers
utility knife
needle nose pliers
robo-grip pliers
small container of oil (for fan motors)
small zip ties
electrical tape
zip-tie tensioning tool (who knows why that's in there since I only use it for installing flex)

With that bag and a set of guages, I can troubleshoot probably 95% of the systems I work one, and even fix a good number of problems.

[oil boiler man]

Originally posted by pabull

Originally posted by condenseddave
I take that back.

There is a twenty year old, new in the box BASO valve in there.
If I could have a dollar for every time I needed a BASO switch
and had one on the truck, Id be a rich man. BASO switches are still out there.

They sure are! I keep one on the truck--company policy!

[slimwoodie]

Great Tool Organizer ... they are 3 tier boxes ... one has everyday stuff ... t'other .. flame safeguard stuff ... 2 electrical bag's .. one for doin' work. one full 'o flex splitters crimpers, 5 types, coax crimper etc ..... sheetmaetal bag, sheetmetal box ... pipefitter box, and about 7 buckets for .. big pipe, flange work , torches x 3 ...electrical construction bucket, w/ 5 1/4 metal cuttin' circle saw, conduit tools, etc ....

[otto]

http://ww2.imagewiz.net/images/Otto/123796_jy10^005.jpg This is my tool bag on July 10th. The H10 is back in the toolbox and my Bacharach InformantII is in the bag now.

[bennytec]

bucket is for sheet metal tools, hammer, snipps and folders ect.

Tool bag is for screwdrivers, nutdrivers, 10 in 1 klien scredriver ,flashlight, wire stripers and multimeter.

Tool box is for flaring tool , swedging tool, pipe cutter,
copper cutter, Big hammer

I also carry a 10 in 1 Klien in the front seat for just in case type situations

But i'm still a rookie i know i'll find a better system

[cde72]

Normally......
Klein 1/4", 5/16", 11/32", 3/8", and 7/16" nut drivers
Magnetic long shank 1/4" and 5/16" nut drivers
Stubby 1/4" and 5/16" nut drivers
Klein Slot and Phillips Screwdrivers
Channellock Pump Pliers
Klein Lineman Pliers
Klein Diagonal Dykes
HVACR Service Wrench
Valve Core Tool
6" Adjustable Wrench
Flashlight with magnetic base
3/8", 7/16", 1/2", and 9/16" combination wrenches
Infared Thermometer (for electrical work only)
Fieldpiece Stick Meter
Fuse Puller
2 Jumper Wires
5' Tape Measure
Inspection Mirror
Digital Hygrometer (Fieldpiece head)
Fluke Pipe Clamp Temperature Sensor
PVC Ratchet Cutters
Klein Wiring Pliers (Stripper/Crimper/Needle Nose)
DeWalt Parts Box (wire nuts, valve cores, terminals, etc)

[R12rules]

I think the bag Otto wheels around or the method Condensate-Dave uses .... the many buckets for the many facets of the trade ... that seems to be the norm here.

Dave, since it would be worse than Dow AND myself posting ...you spared us from listing all you own and maybe you did every one here a favor.


You truly are a tool freak.



Here is the compiled list of what everyone who responded named they carry in their bags.


hammer
jumper wires
6 in 1 screw driver
cordless drill
dikes
Kleins
inspection mirror
nut drivers to 1/2", hollow shaft
1/4" & 5/`6" long shaft nutdrivers with magnetic tips
set of box/ open wrenches to 11/16"
Assortment of crescent adjustable wrenches up to 12"
Fluke multi-meter
amp clamp meter
temp meter
voltage sniffer
wire stripers
slip joint pliers
phillips screwdrivers
assortment of flat blade screw drivers
screw starter tool
service valve wrench
Scotch 33+ tape
teflon tape
needle nose pliers
valve core tool
infrared temp meter
pipe clamp temp probe
6" lighter
gloves
razor knife
vise grip pliers
set of Allen wrenches
tubing cutter(s)
electronic leak detector
lock out tags
1/4" socket set
3/8" socket set
gages
small pipe wrenches
fin combs
level
T-handle wrench for water spigots
flashlights
compound gage on valve core depressor
manual valve core depressor tool, by C&D
two brass "no loss" hose end fittings 4 schraders
variety of PT charts
rubber insulating tape
plastic box with screws, stak-ons & stuff
small set of files
small oiler
large awl
lock-tite "Blue"
leak-lok
never seize
mini gasket scraper
bubble leak solution, "Snoop"
extra flashlight bulbs/ batteries
extra flashlight
head-band light... "hands free" (cool)
small assortment of small drill bits
hemostats
Weiss "tel-com snips"
nylon bristle brush
Stanley 7" prybar
small piece of sand screen
piece of Scotch Brite
close quarters offset driver for screws, etc.
insulated automatic wire stripper
24" flex shaft for drain cleaning, etc.
assortment of wire ties

[otto]

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r14/ottoz24/Tglass122106/Trainorrtu89andshopheaters001.jpg

[oil boiler man]

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r14/ottoz24/Tglass122106/Trainorrtu89andshopheaters001.jpg

I use the same kind of tool bags shown here. I am strictly a service tech, so the electrical bag is great for me! I hate the large gate mouth type, it's just like a womans purse--you end up getting a lot of crap in them! The one in the pic is for tools only, no trash!:)

[len]

I use the same kind of tool bags shown here. I am strictly a service tech, so the electrical bag is great for me! I hate the large gate mouth type, it's just like a womans purse--you end up getting a lot of crap in them! The one in the pic is for tools only, no trash!:)

how i cant see some of the pics ? just have that little square box with the x in it what gives.

[gonefishing]

This was my best friend for the last 20 years. The first one finally gave up on me
The blue pouch has my Sperry VOM and a couple of jumpers.

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[jayhawker]

I took a five gallon bucket and used 2" and 3" PVC pipe to make spacers around the outside to make dividers. On top I used a round four section stackable bucket tray that you can buy a any home center and held it up with three round metal eyelets that are bolted into the side of the bucket . The cover is a orange removable bucket top from Home Depot. I pulled a section of garden hose over the handel to make it better to carry. Most of the other stuff I use is in 50 cal. ammo boxes or a couple of single tray Craftsman tool boxes. I use a couple of five gallon buckets to carry stuff and two ropes to pull stuff up on the roof, less trips up and down the ladder when you are alone.

[renaissanse man]

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Everything you need, nothing you don't. 20.08#

[renaissanse man]

Dammit, look at this and tell me how cool I am! I spent like 15 minutes on this pic!

[gonefishing]

Dammit, look at this and tell me how cool I am! I spent like 15 minutes on this pic!

KEWLhttp://emcsmileys.com/s/bigemo_harabe_net-03.gif

[renaissanse man]

OK, I'm calm now.

[cracker]

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Everything you need, nothing you don't. 20.08#


Whats that gray controler with the cord??

[otto]

Whats that gray controler with the cord??[/QUOTE]

Digital scale display module

[allniter728]

hey that looks just like my bag:D

[renaissanse man]

Whats that gray controler with the cord??That's my toolbag launching mechanism.

[2hot2coolme]

I usually have a 45. Auto with 2 clips, crack pipe, bowl, a few extra syringes...( cause ya never know when a buddy is gonna show up ) and a bottle of Jack Daniels...:D

[renaissanse man]

I usually have a 45. Auto with 2 clips, crack pipe, bowl, a few extra syringes...( cause ya never know when a buddy is gonna show up ) and a bottle of Jack Daniels...:DDammit, I know I'm at least 10 hours away, drive time.

[2hot2coolme]

Dammit, I know I'm at least 10 hours away, drive time.

Yeah but the problem is my truck is in the shop and so is my tool bag!...:(


Unless you're buyin...:D

[renaissanse man]

What the hell, at 10 hours away, I'll buy it all, bro! :D (Make believe mode).

[contactor]

Tools. Trade secret.