Hi Al,
You took the words right out of my mouth!
That's what I have said to them every time I'm asked to buy the warranty.
It's probably unfair though, unless it's a manager that you're talking to, because the employees are not on commission, and yet have to ask or get dinged by their managers.
Thomas
Which is the sole reason I just say, no thanks, I am sure it will work just fine. The employees don't need harassment from customers.
Now, here is a story about my relationship with Harbor Freight. Even though I lived near their warehouse in Southern California, I might have gone there once, buying nothing.
Twenty five years later, Harbor Freight came to my neck of the woods in Southern Oregon. I don't remember why I decided to check out the store, but when I did; ugh, what a slap in the nose! The chemicals which were out gassing from who knows where, probably everywhere, were almost overwhelming; and enough to make me rub my eyes and leave while I could still breathe.
However, I have been satisfied with the ultrasonic cleaner, and: bicycle tree, firewood cart, 4" angle grinder, long handled metric combination wrench set, 3 ton jack stands, bar clamps, and some other trivial things. Such as: angle grinder accessories, especially the flap disc sanders and flash lights.
Here's the bottom line when it comes to shopping at HF. If I really need something which I cannot purchase locally, at a reasonable price, and where the air is easier to breathe; I hold my nose and quickly dash in and out with my new tool, no browsing, cash in hand, looking for the shortest line. Exhale, and out the door.
