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76nemo · 06-30-2009, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by electricalperson

i just got my new veto pro pac XL and i love it. its pretty huge i just finished organizing it here are the photos
anybody that is thinking about getting one of these bags DO IT. they are very durable. i think my quest for the perfect tool bag is finially over.

one side is my screwdrivers and nutdrivers and the other side is pliers and stuff like that

Good for you, glad you like it Chris.

MechanicalDVR · 06-30-2009, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Toronto Sparky

I idea behind the tool list is to make all members equally equipped.
And to keep cost to members down.

And Yes.. The only tools a Union Electrician can bring on site are on that list.
At the same time every Electrician must have every tool on that list!

The list itself depends on the Local and Principle agreement.

Of course all being said tool list issues rarely come up unless the contractor tells you that you have to go out a buy a tool to be able to stay onsite.

Most of the tool boxes on sites almost need a two wheeled dolly to move them around. ;-)

It isn't that cut and dried in America my friend. I see guys all the time with tools not on the list and more often than not they are cordless tools which I just feel is stupid to bring on a job, even though I carried a 10.8v Bosch that was my personal property. Next contractor is getting just the listed tools from me.

gilbequick · 06-30-2009, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by MechanicalDVR

It isn't that cut and dried in America my friend. I see guys all the time with tools not on the list and more often than not they are cordless tools which I just feel is stupid to bring on a job, even though I carried a 10.8v Bosch that was my personal property. Next contractor is getting just the listed tools from me.

What changed your mind?

Kevin J · 06-30-2009, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Kevin J

Well I have never had my chops busted for having more than what is on the list but if anything happens to your tools (break, stolen, etc) the contractor could be an ass and not do anything for you. I did more than required for my last employer and was paid well over scale but I was laid off before other guys because of being paid more.

Thanks for the answer.

App.Electrician · 06-30-2009, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Frasbee

I use tin snips all the time. Very common in commercial work (metal studs), though I've found uses for it in residential as well. Most guys I know use a pair.

And yeah, the radio is more for personal use. I've taken it on the job a few times, but it's bulky and heavy. I have the iPod attachment for it too which makes a world of a difference.

I was thinking about picking up Knipex lineman's since I've heard good things about them. Must say, I enjoy taking back the Craftsman whenever I blow them up or just would like a new pair.

how is it you 'blow up' you're tools as a helper?

Frasbee · 06-30-2009, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by App.Electrician

how is it you 'blow up' you're tools as a helper?

Because I'm not union.

And for the record, I've only ever had a pair of needle nose blown up, I underestimated the teeth on the end, and they cut into the wire when I was trying to move them out of the way.

electricalperson · 06-30-2009, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Frasbee

Because I'm not union.

And for the record, I've only ever had a pair of needle nose blown up, I underestimated the teeth on the end, and they cut into the wire when I was trying to move them out of the way.

last time i blew up a tool i was a second year apprentice

Frasbee · 06-30-2009, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by electricalperson

last time i blew up a tool i was a second year apprentice

Well I'm glad I lived up to the standard!

MechanicalDVR · 07-01-2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by gilbequick

What changed your mind?

Getting laid off before guys that came way after I did. I went well above and beyond my scope from day one and was paid over scale from the first review. I took part in doing mostly electrical which at times jumped my trade completely because I liked the work. But then to drop me like a hot potato when things get a little slow when you know I can complete any job or work order that comes in and keep guys that can't or won't. Next time I give what the agreement says and I provide what it says. I may just carry my copy of the contract in my toolbag.

Richard Rowe · 07-01-2009, 11:49 PM

Here is my tool pouch which I always use and my new CLC bag with my second set of tools.

MechanicalDVR · 07-02-2009, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Richard Rowe

Here is my tool pouch which I always use and my new CLC bag with my second set of tools.

What do you use the clamp for?

Greg · 07-02-2009, 07:14 PM

I could've used my clamps today, hanging strut on the under side of red iron. It's a pain to hold it up while bolting it in place.

Richard Rowe · 07-02-2009, 09:16 PM

It comes in handy sometimes when I am hanging boxes and running conduit. An extra hand that don't ask questions.

heavysparky · 07-02-2009, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Richard Rowe

It comes in handy sometimes when I am hanging boxes and running conduit. An extra hand that don't ask questions.

I don't beleiev that is on the tool list

Brosc · 07-02-2009, 10:14 PM

Got my bag in the mail on Tuesday, here are some pics. Bear in mind that i am only 6 months into the trade.

edit - not sure why the photos are so big, they were just taken on my cell phone.

Richard Rowe · 07-02-2009, 10:26 PM

Cool nice bag. Some good looking tools... what kind of meter are you using?

Brosc · 07-02-2009, 10:41 PM

I'm not required to have a meter yet, typically the journeyman will let me use his if need be.

According to my tool list, i think it says i should have one in my 3rd or 4th year?

electricalperson · 07-02-2009, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Richard Rowe

Here is my tool pouch which I always use and my new CLC bag with my second set of tools.

what are kind of meters are those? who makesthem?

Richard Rowe · 07-02-2009, 11:41 PM

The pen meter I carry in my Pouch is small light and handy it's a Craftsman. The yellow one is a Brinkman, good meter. I am not sure who made the clamp meter I bought it because of it's size I use it for amps only. The odd one is a motor/phase rotation meter it seems the motors I hook up always ran backwards so I got this... kind of handy. Of course you see I have a wiggy it's a extex I think.

MechanicalDVR · 07-03-2009, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by heavysparky

I don't beleiev that is on the tool list

No it isn't but it will be on mine as soon as I locate that size in a store near me. Nothing better than a second set of hands with out any backtalk sometimes.