Harbor Freight 20% off coupon...

Mtbcoach · 10-25-09, 06:38 PM

I took advantage of a Harbor Freight 20% off coupon in the most recent Rolling Stone mag (with Madonna on the cover). I was looking to find a decent sand blast cabinet and they had one for $299, it was on sale for $220, with the 20% off coupon, I got it for $175.

If you need a "big ticket" item for the workshop, it might be worth picking up a Rolling Stone mag and take advantage of the 20% off coupon...

S4Cruiser · 10-25-09, 07:11 PM

Nice!

What cfm does that sucker call for?

Soon you're going to run out of tools to buy

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Mtbcoach · 10-25-09, 07:29 PM

Says 9.5 cfm @ 90 psi, my compressor runs 10.6 @ 90 psi, so it is within "spec". Gave it a quick test on some parts and it whipped the old paint/rust off quickly. Will save tons of time on the small parts but I can still fit a wheel in it so I can take care of stuff that big w/o having to sit outside and eat all the dust.

Run out of tools to buy, don't think thats possible, is it?

addicted56 · 10-25-09, 07:35 PM

I ordered one of these 2 years ago. It was back ordred one week after another until I said screw you guys I'm going home. Sure would be useful on the rust buckets I was picking up those days...that and plasma cutter of which apperently you have now. You are on your way to a small time fab shop.

Mtbcoach · 10-25-09, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by addicted56

I ordered one of these 2 years ago. It was back ordred one week after another until I said screw you guys I'm going home. Sure would be useful on the rust buckets I was picking up those days...that and plasma cutter of which apperently you have now. You are on your way to a small time fab shop.

I have Greg's plasma cutter on "loan" until he gets a compressor for himself.

And, that's why I've found this such a great group to hang out with. If one of us doesn't have the right tool, someone else does and isn't shy about helping each other out...

S4Cruiser · 10-25-09, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mtbcoach

Says 9.5 cfm @ 90 psi, my compressor runs 10.6 @ 90 psi, so it is within "spec". Gave it a quick test on some parts and it whipped the old paint/rust off quickly. Will save tons of time on the small parts but I can still fit a wheel in it so I can take care of stuff that big w/o having to sit outside and eat all the dust.

Run out of tools to buy, don't think thats possible, is it?

Bummer - that's a bit of a stretch for my current compressor...but you're not a far drive.

I've got a handfull of small parts that you could practice on

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diggity · 10-25-09, 08:41 PM

Speaking of compressor, my 246.00 HF 14SCFM compressor is still working great...however its only been 6-8 weeks.

Jerry - let us know how it works in the coming weeks, also inside dimensions?

mtweller · 10-25-09, 11:12 PM

If you sign up for their email list, HF will send you a 20% off coupon via email every few weeks, as well as the current circular.

Nice purchase Jerry.

R

krzyabncanuck · 10-26-09, 03:14 AM

Think i might have to sign up for the e-mail list myself. Got a bit of a garage to fill.

Mtbcoach · 10-26-09, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by diggity

Speaking of compressor, my 246.00 HF 14SCFM compressor is still working great...however its only been 6-8 weeks.

Jerry - let us know how it works in the coming weeks, also inside dimensions?

Inside dimensions are: 33 X 22 14-22, the door is angled, 14 on the short side. Enough room to fit a 16 X 8 rim inside with room to work...

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Originally Posted by mtweller

If you sign up for their email list, HF will send you a 20% off coupon via email every few weeks, as well as the current circular.

Nice purchase Jerry.

R

I didn't know that, good reason to sign up IMHO....

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Originally Posted by krzyabncanuck

Think i might have to sign up for the e-mail list myself. Got a bit of a garage to fill.

Too bad you couldn't have used that kind of coupon discount for the lift...

GarnerFJ40 · 10-26-09, 11:10 AM

I haven't gotten a coupon lately, but I get the mailers. I have a LOT of parts to be blasted!! Jerry what's your favorite beer?

AATLAS1X · 10-26-09, 11:35 AM

If you have not assembled it yet, read on.

Silicone each piece during assembly with caulking gun. These things will find every crack to leak out of! I tore mine apart to completely re do it.

The body side of the door I used soft window and door seal from Depot to further seal the door entry as you always loose media when you open the door as it sits in corners.

I also bought the smallest Home Depot Ridged vac that fits under it and have only emptied it twice in the 4 years and 4 bags of glass I have blown though it.

I however need to replace the gloves as the stitching came out.

Also pic up a few magnetic trays for small parts.

Shane

Mtbcoach · 10-26-09, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by GarnerFJ40

I haven't gotten a coupon lately, but I get the mailers. I have a LOT of parts to be blasted!! Jerry what's your favorite beer?

No problem, I sit and drink a beer or after I show you where the on/off switch is

Give me a yell if you want to get things cleaned up...

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Originally Posted by AATLAS1X

If you have not assembled it yet, read on.

Silicone each piece during assembly with caulking gun. These things will find every crack to leak out of! I tore mine apart to completely re do it.

The body side of the door I used soft window and door seal from Depot to further seal the door entry as you always loose media when you open the door as it sits in corners.

I also bought the smallest Home Depot Ridged vac that fits under it and have only emptied it twice in the 4 years and 4 bags of glass I have blown though it.

I however need to replace the gloves as the stitching came out.

Also pic up a few magnetic trays for small parts.

Shane

Thanks for the advise. It is together and I only found one spot where any dust was leaking out. And, that was with all the holes sealed up. With a vacuum, it didn't leak. I must have got lucky and it was pretty tight...

krzyabncanuck · 10-26-09, 02:27 PM

I am going to have to remember Shanes trick when i finally get one.

obayha · 10-27-09, 02:28 PM

Don't know about Harbor Freight gloves, The ones I used were one piece, glove and sleve. Expensive to replace and usually left wore out first. Ended up cutting off old glove inserting a 1/2 inch wide 4 inch pvc piece inside the sleeve. Getting a heavy duty parts cleaning glove, stretching over the pvc and using a hose clamp to hold it all together. My worn out sleeve are now car innertubes. Just fuel for thought.

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Originally Posted by AATLAS1X

I however need to replace the gloves as the stitching came out.

Shane