Harbor Freight Tools that don't suck

[Pixguy]

I don't either. Try the ITC page. Kind of hoping they start giving away those oval blue LED lights again. I'm out. Gave all of them away for Christmas presents the last few years.

I see they do have PBlaster marked down. I'll pick up a few cans next time I visit the local emporium.

I think the days of free flashlights are largely over.

 

[California]

I'm still using up the free AA and AAA batteries from 2019 and prior!

Re-powering the blue LED puck lights, computer mice, etc. Free was great.

I wouldn't put the HF freebies in anything expensive but rarely used. I don't want to find out how long they last before leaking. Amazon alkalines with 2031 printed on them are better for that

 

[dragoneggs]

I think the days of free flashlights are largely over.

And the microfiber cloths... I love those. Glad I stocked up a bit.

 

[jyoutz]

I just bought a 14” Nightforce LED light and a 4” LED flood light to install to my tractor canopy. I also bought the wiring kit with switch and relay. I’m impressed with the quality construction. They are heavy aluminum with sturdy mounts. They work great. Before I bought I looked at the online reviews and saw high ratings for performance and durability. They are priced right compared to many others that appear to be of similar quality and construction.

 

[Cycledude]

Anyone here own one of these ?

Harbor Freight Tools – Quality Tools at Discount Prices Since 1977

Harbor Freight buys their top quality tools from the same factories that supply our competitors. We cut out the middleman and pass the savings to you!

www.harborfreight.com

the reviews seem mostly pretty good
the video looks great

 

[flyerdan]

I don't have that particular tool, but do have 2 of the same color CE; the oscillating saw and Dremel clone, both are quite good and I'd definitely get the double cut saw if I had a need for it.

 

[Root Cause]

I bought 6 of the linked, 4' overhead lights. I hung them on a cable to temporality have lights in the new barn. Fast and cheap, and good enough until the house gets built.

 

[5030]

I think the days of free flashlights are largely over.

I hope not. I need some for stocking stuffers for next Christmas.

 

[marhar]

I was ispired by another thread with this link to Weldingweb:

HF tools that don't suck - WeldingWeb - Professional Welding Forum

The Weldingweb site is mostly about metal working tools, so I thought it might be interesting to share which tools / products we have found to be a good value at HF. I don't think anyone seriously thinks they sell good tools, but some are adequate for the need or usage we have in mind.

Some of my experiences:

1000# capacity folding trailer, about $250. Works great for my light duty needs and folds in half to stand on end in my garage, out of the weather.

4 1/2 inch angle grinder, $15. So far, so good for sharpening mower blades, dressing up metal projects

Welding magnets. Inexpensive (with the coupons I get nonstop) and fascinating for the kids to play with.

Diamond blade wet saw, $50. Works great and allowed me to do my whole bath ceramic tile project without renting any tools. Water tray is hard to remove without slopping water.

880# overhead hoist. Paid $80. Mounted to reinforced ceiling joists in barn. Extremely useful for horsing around 3 point attachments, lawn tractor, etc. A real back saver.

Box knives - not worth the $1 on sale - handle breaks on first use.

I mistakenly bought an assortment of nuts and bolts (not to be used on farm equipment, I try to use a grade 5 or grade 8). I used one on a lawnmower handle and tightened it, I sheared it without a cheater bar and without much effort. I tossed the rest of the assortment.

I have purchased a 19V cordless drill that works well; the caveat is the battery did not last much over a year. I chose to buy another battery.

 

[Pixguy]

I hope not. I need some for stocking stuffers for next Christmas.

Surely you can afford to spend $2.49 on the kids.