[GutsyGibbon]

Originally Posted by Leoshashi

True, the quality of spares used like slider, wheels etc are too compromised in locally fabricated ones. I know a couple of interior designers who did connect me with some of the best suppliers for such items, and after factoring the price, cost between branded and local ones is negligible.

This is not the answer you were looking for, I just want to add a couple obvious points before you make your decision. When you buy a mass produced product, it will do a lot of things moderately well. When you get something custom built, you know what has gone into the build. You may be able to fix, replace things later. You may be able to customize a little bit later to suit your changing needs.

Here is a picture of my normal backyard.


My backyard in workshop mode, with fold out work bench, and rollaway tool carts.


All the tools tucked away in the nooks and crannies of the shed.


All these carts have been built, torn down, and rebuilt more than once to accommodate for the changing requirements, and tool upgrades. If you have specific dimensional needs, you should certainly consider a custom build.

[manishalive]

Originally Posted by GutsyGibbon

This is not the answer you were looking for,

All these carts have been built, torn down, and rebuilt more than once to accommodate for the changing requirements, and tool upgrades. If you have specific dimensional needs, you should certainly consider a custom build.

Hello friend, you have an awesome tool carts with equally good tools. I like the pegboard setup. I am doing similar for my place, but this is mostly for regular use tools and supplies, like drivers, pliers, scissors, tapes etc.

As for the tool trolley, while the custom setup will give us freedom for size and features. A regular one will give us the basic thought layout which is sturdy, ergonomic and safe for the basic / general use tool kit.

I find wurth trolley (7 drawer) good for the tools I have and I still have some spare space.

But you are absolutely correct on doing your own as per the tool kit one has. as that will be perfect fit.

[srvm]

Originally Posted by audioholic

Keep stock of clips just replace them after removing. This will ensure they are in their best strength. When there is mud stuck on either side, irrespective of what tool you use, it would fight against the plastic anchor arms and during removal it will make it weaker. Hence everytime you remove the clip it gets weaker. It hardly costs a rupee or two whenever I have got it and I personally just replace the clips if it takes force to come out. I reuse only clean clips which are located in areas that don't gather mud.

I want to buy some of these plastic clips for some DIY work. Can someone point where to get these in Bangalore? (preferably East Bangalore)
Or should I visit JC Road? Any particular shop there?
Thanks in advance.

[venkat_partha]

GustyGibbon,

Do you use lumber or ply for your tool carts?

[GutsyGibbon]

Originally Posted by venkat_partha

GustyGibbon,
Do you use lumber or ply for your tool carts?

I use both. I build a frame with Douglas fir, and add plywood around it. The surfaces that get lot of wear and tear is certainly plywood, this way I can replace it, when needed. I do use a lot of leftover plywood, they are all the same thickness, but don't necessarily look the same.

[bj96]

Eid mubaraq folks. My Eidi from misuses. Just delivered . First experiment would be to open the stuck disc brake master cylinder cover of RE Bullet.



-BJ

[Leoshashi]

Got this handy Torque Adapter. Using conventional torque wrench is far more cumbersome than this. Post bank offers, I paid ~Rs. 4,300 for it on Amazon:

[Mumbgamer]

Originally Posted by Leoshashi

Got this handy Torque Adapter. Using conventional torque wrench is far more cumbersome than this. Post bank offers, I paid ~Rs. 4,300 for it on Amazon:

Interesting find. Does the adapter reading match those of the the normal torque wrench? And does using an extension on it(since it's so bulky) affect the torque reading? Since it will be wrench > adapter > extension > socket

[Majumdarda]

Originally Posted by bj96

Eid mubaraq folks. My Eidi from misuses. Just delivered . First experiment would be to open the stuck disc brake master cylinder cover of RE Bullet.

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-BJ

Hi BJ,

Last night I failed to open a screw of my Pulsar and in the process have made it all bald. I guess impact drivers are the way forward. I am a bit confused between this (Eastman) and Goodyear's.

How has been your experience in terms of handling the Eastman, typically any shortcomings you observed?

I would also like to have some inputs on good yet sturdy magnetic screwdriver+Philips which is also strong to retain the grooves in the process. The local shop over here never stocks stuff of quality. Please assist.

[Aroy]

Originally Posted by Majumdarda

Hi BJ,

Last night I failed to open a screw of my Pulsar and in the process have made it all bald. I guess impact drivers are the way forward. I am a bit confused between this (Eastman) and Goodyear's.

How has been your experience in terms of handling the Eastman, typically any shortcomings you observed?

I would also like to have some inputs on good yet sturdy magnetic screwdriver+Philips which is also strong to retain the grooves in the process. The local shop over here never stocks stuff of quality. Please assist.

In the last 50 years, I have had my share of bolt heads and screw heads rounding off. In all cases it was wrong tool. Unless the screw driver head sits firmly, or the spanner/socket is square and tight, the tools will slip and spoil the screw/nut/bolt. It has nothing to do with hand held or powered tool.

So :
. Use the correct tool and ensure that the screw driver head or the spanner/socket sits square and firm. That is why there are so many sizes and variations of screw driver heads and sockets.

. In case of a treally stubborn piece, instead of force use a chemical to loosen the tight fastner - WD40 or similar.

I have found that 1/2" socket set with various sockets and screw driver heads (flat, phillips, hex etc) do the best job. With power tools you will exert more force and there are chances of stripping the head much faster than with manual tools.My son recently bought a 1/4" socket set along with screw driver tips - about 40 different heads!

[Majumdarda]

Originally Posted by Aroy

...
. Use the correct tool and ensure that the screw driver head or the spanner/socket sits square and firm. That is why there are so many sizes and variations of screw driver heads and sockets.

. In case of a treally stubborn piece, instead of force use a chemical to loosen the tight fastner - WD40 or similar.
...

Exactly the situation with me Roy da, and I learnt the hard way; but lessons learned nevertheless. I am saved that I had not tried my adventures on some critical part and made them useless. Spent quite some time this morning trying to procure the right-sized Taparia Phillips head screwdriver, which sits firmly, but in vain.

[Thad E Ginathom]

Originally Posted by Majumdarda

Last night I failed to open a screw of my Pulsar and in the process have made it all bald. I guess impact drivers are the way forward.

Will an impact driver actually help here?

Can you post a photograph?

[Majumdarda]

Originally Posted by Thad E Ginathom

...
Can you post a photograph?

I had visited the local servicing guys earlier today and requested them to try and remove the screw. I guess the screw is more screwed now. I have been suggested to break the panel as there is no way (per them) to open this philips head.

Firstly I do not want to part pieces from my beloved and secondly, even if I have to, I have to first ensure if a brand new LH switch panel of such an old model will be available.





On a lighter note, the last week I replaced the shock absorbers and a few cables, and nothing came from Bajaj. In fact the choke cable is from a company I have never come across, but this had to be replaced and it's this particular one whose fitting is now stuck at the panel end

[GutsyGibbon]

Originally Posted by Majumdarda

I had visited the local servicing guys earlier today and requested them to try and remove the screw. I guess the screw is more screwed now. I have been suggested to break the panel as there is no way (per them) to open this philips head.

I have tried the superglue method, and that worked for me. There are many ways. Use the search term "how to remove a stripped screw"
https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+to+...ed+Screw/13213

[Aroy]

Originally Posted by Majumdarda

I had visited the local servicing guys earlier today and requested them to try and remove the screw. I guess the screw is more screwed now. I have been suggested to break the panel as there is no way (per them) to open this philips head.

Firstly I do not want to part pieces from my beloved and secondly, even if I have to, I have to first ensure if a brand new LH switch panel of such an old model will be available.

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On a lighter note, the last week I replaced the shock absorbers and a few cables, and nothing came from Bajaj. In fact the choke cable is from a company I have never come across, but this had to be replaced and it's this particular one whose fitting is now stuck at the panel end

Here are steps

Procure screw extractor of the correct size
https://www.amazon.in/3mm-Screw-Extr.../dp/B079N3YCYM


. Choose the right size and drill a hole in the screw.
. Now screw in the extractor (counter clockwise)

The extractor will grip the damaged screw and slowly unscrew it.

https://www.amazon.in/YADAV-3-10mm-D...strial&sr=1-39

This one has 2mm for smaller sizes