There are some jobs that require just the right tools. I have the usual collection of screwdrivers and wrenches along with other odds and ends. A few years ago I got one of those bucket organizers that fit into a 5 gallon bucket, one that used to have drywall compound in it. It worked OK for awhile, but eventually it lost its organizer status and just became a bucket of tools. One of my favorite tools is an old Craftsman wrench that has rotating socket heads on both ends. I found a new tool that is similar to it, and I guess it was used for oil pan plugs. I also have a set of Black and Decker Firestorm cordless tools that includes a drill/driver, circular saw, reciprocating saw, jig saw and flashlight. I hate to admit that they don’t get the attention that they should. I used to do more work around the house, but most projects are on the back burner for now.

I would like to be able to do more repairs on the vehicles that occupy our garage. On a couple of occasions I have gotten into a project that wound up being a little outside the ability of my limited tool collection. The car repairs would be much easier with a nice set of Air Tools to help break loose those tough to reach bolts. Something about the sound that air tools make at the car repair shop give the feeling that things are getting done right. I got stuck in the middle of a brake repair that would have benefited from an air impact wrench. I wound up taking it to the repair shop to finish the job. It would be handy to have a media blaster around to help refinish some of the metal that is rusting on our deck furniture and grill too. I guess I will just have to make a list for the next occasion that warrants a gift to good old Dad.