Harbor Freight Tools -- What works? and What doesn't?

[aufgehdraht]

In general, my recommendation has always been if its a tool that you use all the time or a more expensive tool that you don't want to rebuy(welders, giant compressors, car lift and the like) spend a little more and get nicer tools. if its a tool that you don't really use or don't see yourself needing again buy the cheap one for the job you're doing and every use after that is a bonus.

 

[RCCOLA]

Just thought I'd throw this out there for the HF frugal shoppers like me. Never buy a HF tool w/o a coupon. One of the HF counter guys told me to google the item number and "harbor freight coupon" and you are likely to find a coupon for that specific item. Just bought the $30 backpack sprayer for $19.99 and it works great.

They usually have the 20-25% off coupons available as well. With the item specific coupon you can buy something else and get the 20% off on it as well instead of just the 20% off the highest priced item in the basket.

 

[MaxStout]

I'm reviving this zombie thread...stay clear of the Drill Master heat gun. I bought one to dedicate for roasting coffee. I typically run it about 10 minutes at a time. After 4 uses and today it went kaput. Started making a loud grinding sound, then bzzzzzzt...toast.

 

[Stealthcruiser]

I'm reviving this zombie thread...stay clear of the Drill Master heat gun. I bought one to dedicate for roasting coffee. I typically run it about 10 minutes at a time. After 4 uses and today it went kaput. Started making a loud grinding sound, then bzzzzzzt...toast.

You have a gas burner for brewing?
And a Wok?

That's what my neighbor / brewer buddy uses.........

 

[WI_Wino]

I'm reviving this zombie thread...stay clear of the Drill Master heat gun. I bought one to dedicate for roasting coffee. I typically run it about 10 minutes at a time. After 4 uses and today it went kaput. Started making a loud grinding sound, then bzzzzzzt...toast.

Huh, I've had the exact opposite experience. Bought one of these 4? years ago and use it for shrinking thousands of wine bottle capsules. No issues, works perfect time.