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higgs

higgs

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Aug 24, 2005
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Nassau 34 Olcott, NY
I have been taking out a lot of rotted interior wood - see my other post on rotted wood. it involves cutting out wood in restricted situations. One tool that has been invaluable is a multitool oscillating tool that have recently been marketed by all toolmakers. I only have the saw attachment, but I am quite impressed by what one can do with it. I am cutting out sections of panels and this tool makes it easy to cut an outline and remove specific parts of the panel. It is much better than a jig saw because it does not require room for the up and down motion of the jigsaw blade. In addition, it makes an excellent electric chisel allowing me to quickly shave away layers of rotted wood down to solid wood.
 
Mac Bentley

Mac Bentley

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Feb 26, 2004
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Hunter 23 Lake Keystone, OK
I recently replaced both chainplate bulkheads and went through three or four tools trying to cut out the old fiberglass. Just not enough room. Finally went to Harbor Freight and bought one of those multitools, cheap, and it worked wonderfully. Even when the teeth wore off the attachment it was still cutting through fiberglass.
 
31seahorse

31seahorse

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Aug 2, 2005
1,155
Pearson 33-2 & Typhoon 18 Seneca Lake
Hello Boat Repairmen.....
Those tools are an inexpensive version of the Fein Multimaster that cost between 4 and 5 hundred dollars. When we were repairing/rebuilding our first project boat the man who sold me the boat said I needed one of those tools. He was correct. Too bad he hadn't left his Fein in a sail locker! I never regretted spending the money for that tool and the kit that came with it, but I also like the cheaper versions that are available today. There are many jobs that can be accomplished easier with them and some jobs would be nearly impossible without them.
Phil
 
Manny

Manny

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Oct 5, 2006
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Hunter 82? 37 Cutter Wherever the wind takes me
I after some researching I bought the Ridgid cordless version for a complicated home repair project last year. It fit my budget and came with a lifetime warranty, even on the battery so I figured I had nothing to lose. It has become my favorite tool and without it I couldn't have completed the repairs I needed to make. I have since found it to be indispensable for boat projects. I would recommend one of these to anyone that does any sort of diy work. If you don't have the budget for a Fein there are still some inexpensive alternatives that work well.

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wetass

wetass

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Mar 9, 2011
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CS 36T Seattle
I re-cored a couple of transoms mainly with a hammer and chisel when I was a kid before I ever even new about these fein type tools - God I wish someone had told me (although I likely couldn't have afforded it back then - I think they have been around since the 80s though. One of my favorite tools.
 
Merlin Clark

Merlin Clark

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Oct 26, 2005
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In the olden days (about a month ago) it would have taken me a while to notch something like this 4x4 with drill and chisel. But with my new HF tool it takes a few minutes.
This is a leg for the tiki hut bar I made. Now I'll have to build the tiki hut.
They also work well for busting barnacles.
Please add my vote under "great tools".
 

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CrawJac

CrawJac

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Sep 15, 2011
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Catalina 22 Savannah, GA
Thanks for the thread!

I've had my eye on one of these in Home Depot, but the tool always seemed too good to be true. I might have to add this to my Christmas wish list this year.
 
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tommays

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Oct 2, 2006
1,517
Jboat J24 commack
I have NO regret buying the Fein as it is a lifetime investment and the quick change on the 250Q is great
 
kloudie1

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Nov 6, 2006
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Hunter 34 Mandeville Louisiana
No doubt that the Fein is the king with the variable speed andquick change tools.. but I bought the HF one (now on coupon sale for $19.99) and it has paid for itself several times over in saved time.. Used it a lot when opening the mast support beam for repair.. have used it on several woodworking projects and scraping jobs.. a fine (not Fein) little tool !! Note that HF has a variable speed one now as well as a cordless one.. Not for a production shop, but servs pretty well for a hobbyest (sp) on limited income !
 
WayneH

WayneH

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Jan 22, 2008
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Tartan 37 287 Pensacola, FL
Me, too. My FIL gave us one of these BEFORE we bought our big boat. I've cut new openings for 120 outlets, sanded wood, cut metal backing plates from aluminum flat stock. Mine is corded but I wouldn't pass up a cordless one to go with my drill. :)
 
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mitiempo

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Sep 28, 2008
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Canadian Sailcraft CS27 Victoria B.C.
I have both the Ridgid and the Dremel multi tools and use them regularly. They are both variable speed. Invaluable for cutting square holes for switches and instruments in wood or fiberglass.
 
kenn

kenn

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Apr 18, 2009
1,271
CL Sandpiper 565 Toronto
When I cut out and replaced a rotted bulkhead, I did most of the cutting work with a metal cut-off wheel in a 4 1/2" grinder. It worked reasonably well for the tight cuts, but was dusty enough to require using a respirator mask.

I think one of these oscillating multi-tools just leaped onto my Christmas wishlist :)
 
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mitiempo

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Sep 28, 2008
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Canadian Sailcraft CS27 Victoria B.C.
They create very little dust as well, much less than a jigsaw. And the dust falls in one place, doesn't fly everywhere.
 
zeehag

zeehag

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Mar 26, 2009
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1976 formosa 41 yankee clipper santa barbara. ca.(not there)
BUT---will they open a coconut???????? and redo my shower bulkheads????? i really need to open dis here coconut......
 
wetass

wetass

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Mar 9, 2011
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CS 36T Seattle
Apperantly so - From the Amazon site for the Dremel oscillating tool:



"5.0 out of 5 stars Great handy tool, December 18, 2010
By Big Bear "bigbearbear" (San Jose, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Dremel 6300-03 120-Volt Multi-Max Oscillating Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)
Hello, I originally got this tool to remove existing caulk in my bathtub but since then, I've found a use for it: Opening young fresh coconuts! :) "
 
zeehag

zeehag

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Mar 26, 2009
3,198
1976 formosa 41 yankee clipper santa barbara. ca.(not there)
wetass said:
Apperantly so - From the Amazon site for the Dremel oscillating tool:



"5.0 out of 5 stars Great handy tool, December 18, 2010
By Big Bear "bigbearbear" (San Jose, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Dremel 6300-03 120-Volt Multi-Max Oscillating Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)
Hello, I originally got this tool to remove existing caulk in my bathtub but since then, I've found a use for it: Opening young fresh coconuts! :) "
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hoooyaaahhh!!!!! i am in lust!!!!!! i have many coconutz at my disposal, and i am using a leatherman tool to open -- takes about 6 hours per coconut and a new tool every 3 coconutz....... eeps....considering a hatchet------big time----machete doesnt seem to work for me.
 
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mitiempo

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Sep 28, 2008
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Canadian Sailcraft CS27 Victoria B.C.
And Zeehag - you can cut a nice square hole in that coconut if you wish.:)
 
zeehag

zeehag

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Mar 26, 2009
3,198
1976 formosa 41 yankee clipper santa barbara. ca.(not there)
i just want to get the nut out of the husk so i can break it into smaller pieces and eat it.
 
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