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Put a socket on with your drill
Tool:
Socket Bit Hex Shank Adapter 3pc Set
https://amzn.to/2HaSFYd
Transcript:
It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This time we’re taking a look at a socket bit adapter set for a drill or impact driver. These cost me around $8 on Amazon, and if you want to pick some up for yourself you can use the Amazon link in the description which helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
Extend your drill’s reach
Tool:
Irwin Tools 4935705 1/4in. x 12in. Lock-n-Load Quick Change Bit Holder
https://amzn.to/2JnCcok
Related tools mentioned:
Makita B-35097 Impact Gold Ultra-Magnetic Torsion Insert Bit Holder
https://amzn.to/2J2y7Xr
DEWALT DWARA100 Right Angle Attachment
https://amzn.to/2swZUEk
Socket Bit Hex Shanks
https://amzn.to/2J9iERt
Transcript:
It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This week, we’re looking at a 12-inch bit holder from Irwin. It runs around $9 on Amazon, and by picking one up using the link in the description, you help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
Universal Socket Driver Unscrews Any Nut
Tool:
Universal Socket Driver , 7mm-19mm
https://amzn.to/2GOj5PL
Transcript:
I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and today we’re taking a look at this universal socket driver designed for a drill or impact driver. I picked this up for around $10 on Amazon. If you want this same one, you can use the Amazon link in the description, which helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
Favorite Tool Finds Under $10
Tools:
CANARY Corrugated Cardboard Cutter ($8), https://amzn.to/2Lb3qNq
Makita Impact Gold Ultra-Magnetic Torsion Insert Bit Holder ($5), https://amzn.to/2L6JtaC
Pacer Technology (Zap) Flexy-Tips ($6), https://amzn.to/2PxkX38
Komelon Speed Mark Gripper ($8), https://amzn.to/2SGKvNf
Cool Tools Tape Measure Comparison video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muEQxs9gpmw
3M Virtua CCS Protective Eyewear w/ earplugs ($6), https://amzn.to/2SEQt0V, https://amzn.to/2UufldE
Engineer SS-02 Solder Sucker ($27), https://amzn.to/2PzQCkE
Favorite Tool Finds Under $10 (2017 Edition): https://youtu.be/7op4rzVqVeM
Transcript:
Hey, I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and today I’m talking about my favorite inexpensive tool upgrades and accessories of 2018. For me, there’s nothing better than finding a great, cheap tool. You can find Amazon links to everything I’m talking about down in the video description, and by using those links you help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
Makita’s $8 Magnetic Bit Holder
Tools:
Makita Ultra-Magnetic Torsion Insert Bit Holder
http://amzn.to/2polnyn
DEWALT Right Angle Attachment
http://amzn.to/2pn170e
Transcript:
It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This time, I’ve got the Makita Impact Gold Ultra Magnetic bit holder. I got mine for around $5 on Amazon, and by using the link in the description to pick one up, you’re helping to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.