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What should I get for christmas?

What should I get for christmas?

 
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Simpler=Better
PORTED HEAD

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12-16-2013, 08:58 PM #1
The wifey wants to get me something but I can't think of what I need besides a 1/4" ratchet set...what should I ask for?

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617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
12-16-2013, 08:58 PM #1

The wifey wants to get me something but I can't think of what I need besides a 1/4" ratchet set...what should I ask for?


Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?

MFSuper90
Budget Builder

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12-16-2013, 11:22 PM #2
Hmmm. Big pump? Big Grin

Or guns, can't go wrong with guns.
My dad wants a Barrett .50 cal for Christmas
This post was last modified: 12-16-2013, 11:23 PM by MFSuper90.

'82 300D -3" straight pipe, ALDA deleted, 3in1 glowshift gauge, HX30, egr-less manifold, A/W intercooler Big Grin
'14 Ram 6.7l cummins -G56 handshaker, wishing it was deleted         
MFSuper90
12-16-2013, 11:22 PM #2

Hmmm. Big pump? Big Grin

Or guns, can't go wrong with guns.
My dad wants a Barrett .50 cal for Christmas


'82 300D -3" straight pipe, ALDA deleted, 3in1 glowshift gauge, HX30, egr-less manifold, A/W intercooler Big Grin
'14 Ram 6.7l cummins -G56 handshaker, wishing it was deleted         

JB3
Superturbo

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12-17-2013, 01:38 PM #3
Ive had good results with requesting a gift certificate to some fabulous restaurant. The gift that keeps on giving, plus its a great romantic evening thing for you and the wife.

People couldn't figure out what to give me for years, as I really only want tools and/or car parts and im a much better judge of what I need to buy than a relative. Requesting a food gift like that lets them research something you might not otherwise have any idea exists, and its a one time use thing that rewards the stomach.

last year I went to this incredible Ande's mountain theme Peruvian place and had some guinea pigs. Delicious

1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

JB3
12-17-2013, 01:38 PM #3

Ive had good results with requesting a gift certificate to some fabulous restaurant. The gift that keeps on giving, plus its a great romantic evening thing for you and the wife.

People couldn't figure out what to give me for years, as I really only want tools and/or car parts and im a much better judge of what I need to buy than a relative. Requesting a food gift like that lets them research something you might not otherwise have any idea exists, and its a one time use thing that rewards the stomach.

last year I went to this incredible Ande's mountain theme Peruvian place and had some guinea pigs. Delicious


1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

CRD4x4
CompoundSuperTurboDiesel4x4!

399
12-17-2013, 06:01 PM #4
Tell her to get you this (then add 617):

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/c...14904.html

'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
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CRD4x4
12-17-2013, 06:01 PM #4

Tell her to get you this (then add 617):

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/c...14904.html


'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
'71 Jeep DJ5 - diesel conversion project

sassparilla_kid
diesel > all other fuels

1,618
12-18-2013, 09:11 PM #5
Guns.

-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!
sassparilla_kid
12-18-2013, 09:11 PM #5

Guns.


-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!

Simpler=Better
PORTED HEAD

2,127
12-19-2013, 07:44 AM #6
LOL this is Balamer, they use shanks in these parts.

I might go for the dinner thing-since hacksaw blades are $10 and deemed unromantic/ creepy depending on the scenario Tongue

Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
12-19-2013, 07:44 AM #6

LOL this is Balamer, they use shanks in these parts.

I might go for the dinner thing-since hacksaw blades are $10 and deemed unromantic/ creepy depending on the scenario Tongue


Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?

JB3
Superturbo

1,795
12-20-2013, 01:39 PM #7
(12-19-2013, 07:44 AM)Simpler=Better LOL this is Balamer, they use shanks in these parts.

I might go for the dinner thing-since hacksaw blades are $10 and deemed unromantic/ creepy depending on the scenario Tongue

hacksaw blades? you should ask for a sawzall then if you don't have one. I have a ryobi one im very pleased with

1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

JB3
12-20-2013, 01:39 PM #7

(12-19-2013, 07:44 AM)Simpler=Better LOL this is Balamer, they use shanks in these parts.

I might go for the dinner thing-since hacksaw blades are $10 and deemed unromantic/ creepy depending on the scenario Tongue

hacksaw blades? you should ask for a sawzall then if you don't have one. I have a ryobi one im very pleased with


1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

Simpler=Better
PORTED HEAD

2,127
12-20-2013, 03:14 PM #8
I got an awesome DeWalt cordless a few years back, but it's on loan to my stepdad. I've only needed to hacksaw 3 times in the last few years, so my M-F-SNAPON hacksaw gets all the lovin'

Seriously, go buy a snapon hacksaw. You won't look back. It's cast aluminum with a rubber coating. No flex, no wobble, it's sturdy as all get-out. You have an upright blade pin and a 45* blade pin. Awesome.

[Image: 52976.JPG]

Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
12-20-2013, 03:14 PM #8

I got an awesome DeWalt cordless a few years back, but it's on loan to my stepdad. I've only needed to hacksaw 3 times in the last few years, so my M-F-SNAPON hacksaw gets all the lovin'

Seriously, go buy a snapon hacksaw. You won't look back. It's cast aluminum with a rubber coating. No flex, no wobble, it's sturdy as all get-out. You have an upright blade pin and a 45* blade pin. Awesome.

[Image: 52976.JPG]


Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?

JB3
Superturbo

1,795
12-21-2013, 07:26 AM #9
(12-20-2013, 03:14 PM)Simpler=Better I got an awesome DeWalt cordless a few years back, but it's on loan to my stepdad. I've only needed to hacksaw 3 times in the last few years, so my M-F-SNAPON hacksaw gets all the lovin'

Seriously, go buy a snapon hacksaw. You won't look back. It's cast aluminum with a rubber coating. No flex, no wobble, it's sturdy as all get-out. You have an upright blade pin and a 45* blade pin. Awesome.

[Image: 52976.JPG]

Is the price of that hacksaw based on reality? Or is it a snapon standard inflated rate?

I have a very similar looking cast aluminum hacksaw that is pretty decent. Came from ace hardware for 25 bucks.

I like snapon equipment, but its beyond affordable IMO generally. I have a snap on torque wrench, a couple of picks, and a regular ratchet. The value of these 4 items (especially the torque wrench) is a lot higher than all my other tools combined.

1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

JB3
12-21-2013, 07:26 AM #9

(12-20-2013, 03:14 PM)Simpler=Better I got an awesome DeWalt cordless a few years back, but it's on loan to my stepdad. I've only needed to hacksaw 3 times in the last few years, so my M-F-SNAPON hacksaw gets all the lovin'

Seriously, go buy a snapon hacksaw. You won't look back. It's cast aluminum with a rubber coating. No flex, no wobble, it's sturdy as all get-out. You have an upright blade pin and a 45* blade pin. Awesome.

[Image: 52976.JPG]

Is the price of that hacksaw based on reality? Or is it a snapon standard inflated rate?

I have a very similar looking cast aluminum hacksaw that is pretty decent. Came from ace hardware for 25 bucks.

I like snapon equipment, but its beyond affordable IMO generally. I have a snap on torque wrench, a couple of picks, and a regular ratchet. The value of these 4 items (especially the torque wrench) is a lot higher than all my other tools combined.


1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

vettelover
Naturally-aspirated

4
12-21-2013, 11:13 AM #10
Com on guys... this is a Christmas gift. Go big or go home! I asked for a new gun safe. Unless that giant thing she hid in the garage isn't a gun safe then I'll be a monkeys uncle.

Id ask for a OM617a spare engine. Then you have something else to play with and mule for test parts. Or just general tinkering.
vettelover
12-21-2013, 11:13 AM #10

Com on guys... this is a Christmas gift. Go big or go home! I asked for a new gun safe. Unless that giant thing she hid in the garage isn't a gun safe then I'll be a monkeys uncle.

Id ask for a OM617a spare engine. Then you have something else to play with and mule for test parts. Or just general tinkering.

MFSuper90
Budget Builder

1,533
12-21-2013, 04:05 PM #11
(12-21-2013, 11:13 AM)vettelover Com on guys... this is a Christmas gift. Go big or go home! I asked for a new gun safe. Unless that giant thing she hid in the garage isn't a gun safe then I'll be a monkeys uncle.

Id ask for a OM617a spare engine. Then you have something else to play with and mule for test parts. Or just general tinkering.

If we are going big or going home, I'd ask for a om606 way before a 617Big Grin

'82 300D -3" straight pipe, ALDA deleted, 3in1 glowshift gauge, HX30, egr-less manifold, A/W intercooler Big Grin
'14 Ram 6.7l cummins -G56 handshaker, wishing it was deleted         
MFSuper90
12-21-2013, 04:05 PM #11

(12-21-2013, 11:13 AM)vettelover Com on guys... this is a Christmas gift. Go big or go home! I asked for a new gun safe. Unless that giant thing she hid in the garage isn't a gun safe then I'll be a monkeys uncle.

Id ask for a OM617a spare engine. Then you have something else to play with and mule for test parts. Or just general tinkering.

If we are going big or going home, I'd ask for a om606 way before a 617Big Grin


'82 300D -3" straight pipe, ALDA deleted, 3in1 glowshift gauge, HX30, egr-less manifold, A/W intercooler Big Grin
'14 Ram 6.7l cummins -G56 handshaker, wishing it was deleted         

 
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