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Here’s the deal. Going forward, as I have surplus items to give away, I’ll ask a trivia question(s) related to the manufacturer or something related to the item. The first person to come up with the correct answer(s) gets the prize. It may be something new, something used, it all depends. If after 48 hours no one has the correct answer, I will ask a secondary question. The idea is that you guys will do some research and learn about some tools. I will try to ask questions that can’t be found in a 30 second google search.
Todays item is a Proto model J1151 1-1/4″ x 1-1/16″ DBE wrench. Retails for around $40 new. It is the middle item in the attached pic.
The question:
In what year did Proto release their “Torqueplus” box end design?
Good luck!
They released the torqueplus design in 1994!
36 minutes……Damn, where did you find it that quick?
I thought it was harder than that.
Conductor562 wrote:
36 minutes……Damn, where did you find it that quick?
I thought it was harder than that.
Well I tryed google, that didnt work, then I went to Proto website, And read through the whole History and timeline, and finally found it, I am now an expert on proto.
lol, Well, I assume you learned a couple on things you didn’t know, so I guess this was a success.
PM me your shipping info and I will get it out this week.
I believe I included it in my ASD combo review as well. Not 100% sure though.
I never knew Proto was related to Stanley.
Jeez, you need to be fast when Chase is around to win. JK hope you enjoy the new stuff.
DR99 wrote:
Jeez, you need to be fast when Chase is around to win. JK hope you enjoy the new stuff.
Thanks haha
ChaseRogers wrote:
I never knew Proto was related to Stanley.
Yea, like a lot of other companies, Stanley went on a buying spree in the 1980’s. They bought Proto from Ingersoll Rand in 1984. IR purchased them in 1964 to round out their catalog as they were competing for accounts in the oil fields. During the oil boom they had traveling dealers who sold tools out of the back of their cars. Once the oil boom ended IR sold Proto off for less than the inventory on hand was worth. Stanley bought National Hand Tool in 1986 which added several brands including Blackhawk and New Britain which was discontinued.
Conductor562 wrote:
Yea, like a lot of other companies, Stanley went on a buying spree in the 1980’s. They bought Proto from Ingersoll Rand in 1984. IR purchased them in 1964 to round out their catalog as they were competing for accounts in the oil fields. During the oil boom they had traveling dealers who sold tools out of the back of their cars. Once the oil boom ended IR sold Proto off for less than the inventory on hand was worth. Stanley bought National Hand Tool in 1986 which added several brands including Blackhawk and New Britain which was discontinued.
What is a pro mechanics main use for a dbe?
From now on I’ll post the questions in the evening after 7:00.
Conductor562 wrote:
From now on I’ll post the questions in the evening after 7:00.
Yeah I think that would be better for everyone, everyone is off work, i just happened to be on after mowing the grass and I saw it.
ChaseRogers wrote:
What is a pro mechanics main use for a dbe?
DBE are more common industrial applications where access to the fastener is not an issue. You can carry 2 sizes in one wrench and the box ends are safer than open ends when you really have to bust loose a fastener.
Conductor562 wrote:
DBE are more common industrial applications where access to the fastener is not an issue. You can carry 2 sizes in one wrench and the box ends are safer than open ends when you really have to bust loose a fastener.
Yeah that thing looks like you can really torque fasteners down good!
It’s one of those things you won’t use all the time, and you’d have probably never bought, but it’ll come in handy some day.
Conductor562 wrote:
It’s one of those things you won’t use all the time, and you’d have probably never bought, but it’ll come in handy some day.
Yeah, you can say that again, you will be jealous tomorrow!
ChaseRogers wrote:
Yeah, you can say that again, you will be jealous tomorrow!
What happens tomorrow? 🙂
Conductor562 wrote:
What happens tomorrow? 🙂
I will put up a picture, but someone gave me a 6in Proto adjustable wrench, needs some cleaning up, the pro to logo on it is pretty cool.
ChaseRogers wrote:
I will put up a picture, but someone gave me a 6in Proto adjustable wrench, needs some cleaning up, the pro to logo on it is pretty cool.
Is it a Click-Stop?
Conductor562 wrote:
Is it a Click-Stop?
Yes! I forgot to mention that!
Man Chase, you are fast. Do you have some auto alert setup when new posts are on the forum.
Well deserved win Chase!!
So Conductor, why don’t we make this interesting. Instead of winning something. If you answer incorrectly you loose your truck. 🙂
ChaseRogers wrote:
Yes! I forgot to mention that!
The Click Stops are awesome! Best adjustable made IMO. By having a 6″ you’re in a good position. The 3 piece set Proto offers comes with an 8″, 10″, and 12″, so you wouldn’t have any duplicates if you bought it. I think the Click Stop set runs around $80. You’ll get the Proto monkey on your back, wait and see 😉
Harold Wray wrote:
So Conductor, why don’t we make this interesting. Instead of winning something. If you answer incorrectly you loose your truck. 🙂
Deal. So long as the payment book goes with it 😆
Conductor562 wrote:
Deal. So long as the payment book goes with it 😆
Lol I have heard Car payments are the worst!
Conductor562 wrote:
The Click Stops are awesome! Best adjustable made IMO. By having a 6″ you’re in a good position. The 3 piece set Proto offers comes with an 8″, 10″, and 12″, so you wouldn’t have any duplicates if you bought it. I think the Click Stop set runs around $80. You’ll get the Proto monkey on your back, wait and see 😉
Yeah It has been in the bottom of a tool box for awhile, its a little hard to move the jaw, WD-40 should do the trick
If the WD-40 doesn’t work let me know.
While case is waiting for the Ram pickup giveaway I’m holding out and keeping the fingers glued to the keyboard for the Kubota Tractor givaway 🙂
Good one DR.
DR99 wrote:
While case is waiting for the Ram pickup giveaway I’m holding out and keeping the fingers glued to the keyboard for the Kubota Tractor givaway 🙂
I’ll send the payment book with it too 🙂
All joking aside, that is really cool your doing the trivia challenge Conductor!
Chase spent 30 minutes reading up on Proto, which is the type of scenario I wanted this to accomplish. There will be more. I’m sure I’ve got some additional items and I’ll try to get some sponsorship behind it as well.
Speaking of Chase…..Where’s that Click Stop?
Conductor562 wrote:
Speaking of Chase…..Where’s that Click Stop?
Uploading as we speak!
ChaseRogers wrote:
Uploading as we speak!
It’s about time! 😆
Is the wheel sticking because of rust or crud, or because of something bent?
Conductor562 wrote:
Is the wheel sticking because of rust or crud, or because of something bent?
Rust or crud, Im 100% sure its not bent.
Do this:
1. Soak it overnight in a 50/50 mix of acetone and automatic transmission fluid. Bam! Crud is gone.
2. Once you’ve done that, soak it for a day or 2 in Evapo-Rust taking out a few times during the process to lightly scrub the trouble spots with an old tooth brush or a brass bristled wire brush (the HF brushed are great for this). A small jug of Evapo-Rust will run you around $10, but is is reusable. Put it back in the bottle when you’re done.
You can also bottle up the ATF/Acetone mixture and use it for the next soak.
Conductor562 wrote:
Do this:
1. Soak it overnight in a 50/50 mix of acetone and automatic transmission fluid. Bam! Crud is gone.
2. Once you’ve done that, soak it for a day or 2 in Evapo-Rust taking out a few times during the process to lightly scrub the trouble spots with an old tooth brush or a brass bristled wire brush (the HF brushed are great for this). A small jug of Evapo-Rust will run you around $10, but is is reusable. Put it back in the bottle when you’re done.
You can also bottle up the ATF/Acetone mixture and use it for the next soak.
Thanks, and can I use the evaporust on any tool that has rust?
ChaseRogers wrote:
Thanks, and can I use the evaporust on any tool that has rust?
Yep! Evaporust is good shit. It always takes longer than what it says it does though. You can soak it as long as needed though. No damage to the finish.
Conductor562 wrote:
Yep! Evaporust is good shit. It always takes longer than what it says it does though. You can soak it as long as needed though. No damage to the finish.
How about if the grips are on?
ChaseRogers wrote:
How about if the grips are on?
Won’t damage them either.
Conductor562 wrote:
Won’t damage them either.
Good deal!
any pics of the tool after the Conductor treatment?
ChaseRogers wrote:
Yeah I think that would be better for everyone, everyone is off work, i just happened to be on after mowing the grass and I saw it.
Oh, sure, throw us Left Coasters under the bus! (kidding!)
Chase is MIA at the moment. He’s a very young guy, like 16 I believe. Just got his drivers license a couple months back. He’ll be back eventually.