Wednesday, 30 June 2010

UPDATE – Toolstop Podcast #34

Many apologies for the problem with edition #34’s mp3 file. For those of you who were gutted to miss the end of the podcast, don’t worry, we’ve got the newly re-uploaded file for you to listen to and download to your heart’s content!

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Tuesday, 29 June 2010

Draper 18974 41-Piece Socket Set

This time on Toolstop TV Neil shows us one our biggest sellers, the Draper 18974 socket set.

Comes with:

  • 22 Draper Expert HI-TORQ 12 point sockets size: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 30 and 32mm
  • 10 Draper Expert HI-TORQ 12 point sockets size: 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4,13/16, 7/8, 15/16 and 1″ AF
  • 3 Draper Expert HI-TORQ spark plug sockets size: 10, 12 and 14mm
  • Reversible ratchet with “quick release” button
  • 3 extension bars size: 75, 125 and 250mm
  • Sliding tee bar
  • Universal joint
  • Carrying case and display sleeve

It’s available on Toolstop today.

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Friday, 25 June 2010

Toolstop Podcast Edition #34 – Lira Luis

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This week Neil and Mark are joined via Skype by American architect Lira Luis. This interview came as a result of this Tweet from Lira;
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This led to a Twitter conversation about power tools and our invitation for her to join us on the podcast.

Lira chats about the projects she’s worked on, including her time spent on Frank Wright’s Taliesin property where she used power tools to cut and finish limestone. Lira also comments on the Ryobi EWS1366 1350W 190mm (7 1/2″) Laser Circular Saw 110V. Plus she tells us about a bed that’s designed and is in the process of building (see photos below).

Finally, Neil and I catch up regarding our teams’ progress through the World Cup.
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Lira’s Bed Design

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Friday, 18 June 2010

Toolstop Podcast #33 – Rob’s Battery Powered Bike

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On this edition of the Toolstop Podcast Neil joins us on the phone from Inversnaid where he and the guys were taking a break from walking the Westhighland Way, as seen above!

We also hear from Clive of Draper’s marketing department where he tell us some of the jobs and challenges he and the team face. And we phone Luxembourg to speak to Rob and his Bosch battery powered bike (click to view the blog post about 36v batteries v corded).
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Hopefully Rob will send through some photos of his bike, but in the meantime here a few more from the sunny Westhighland Way.

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Thursday, 17 June 2010

Draper 14153 5 in 1 Petrol Multi-Tool for Garden – BRAND NEW from Draper

Neil from Toolstop TV and Mark from Draper unbox the brand new Draper 14153 (GTP5) 5 in 1 Petrol Multi-Tool. Mark also talks us through best practise when prepping and using two-stroke engines.

In case you missed the spec in the video -
Features:
  • Conforms to EPA Euro II emission regulations 2008
  • Expert Quality
  • Five attachments for different tasks around the garden
  • 2 stroke petrol engine
  • Choke for easy starting
  • On/off switch with safety throttle lever and lock for starting
  • Split shaft for ease of transport
  • Adjustable D type handle
  • Single strap shoulder harness with quick-release mechanism

Comes with:

  • Brush cutting attachment – cutting diameter 255mm
  • Pruner cutting attachment – supplied with Oregon chain and bar
  • Blower attachment
  • Hedge trimmer attachment – with variable angled head and max cutting diameter of 24mm
  • Grass trimmer attachment
  • Extension pole 650mm long

This is the ideal tool if you’ve got some heavy duty garden work to get stuck into, especially if you’ve been neglecting it what with all the World Cup footie on the telly. It’s also a great space-saver in the shed or garage. Check out the Toolstop site for our best price.

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Tuesday, 15 June 2010

Draper 45574 46cc Chainsaw in Wood Cutting Action!

Neil is back from his visit to Draper’s UK headquarters in Southampton where he spent 2 days with the Draper team testing and demonstrating a huge variety of their tools.

In this video he’s joined by Mark from Draper who talks us through the features and benefits of the Draper 45574 46cc chainsaw, plus demonstrates the chainsaw in action*.

Features:

  • Expert Quality
  • 2 stroke petrol engine
  • Decompression button for easy starting
  • Professional internal drive sprocket
  • Safety throttle lever
  • Manual choke
  • Rapid reaction chain brake
  • Priming bulb
  • Anti-vibration handle
  • Oregon® chain and bar
  • Automatic adjustable chain lubrication

Comes with:

  • Blade sheath
  • Plain screwdriver
  • 13-19mm box spanner

Check out the Toolstop site for the best prices.

*Please remember your PPE when using chainsaws, click for more info.

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Friday, 11 June 2010

Toolstop Podcast #32 – Draper Tools

Neil had to travel to Southampton without me this time as he spent two days enjoying the hospitality of Draper Tools. I have to say, I’m jealous, having listened to some of the audio interviews Neil recorded. Draper is know for it’s testing processes, and Neil catches up with the guys in the stress testing department, and also picks the brains of the warehouse managers regarding the technology they use to make sure the tools are delivered to you in a timely fashion. Technology is the order of the day and I’m looking forward to seeing the video footage from the trip, which we’ll make available here, on YouTube and on Facebook.

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Tuesday, 8 June 2010

Black & Decker VH900 Vacuum Cleaner – Presented By Craig

Craig demos the Black & Decker VH900 Corded Handheld Vacuum Cleaner. This was Craig’s first time on Toolstop TV, but we happen to think he did very well indeed.

This is a useful piece of iconic Black and Decker hardware, especially if keeping your car, boat or caravan clean and tidy is a priority. The features include cyclonic action, Easy Empty system (notice how well Craig shows this off! He’s a natural) and a blowing facility allowing you to use the device to inflate air beds, etc.

It’s a corded vacuum cleaner, fitted with a 6m cable and has a bag full of accessories, so there’s no excuse to keep your car clear of crisps and the other detritus children tend to leave in their wake.
Pick one up today from Toolstop.

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Thursday, 3 June 2010

Toolstop Podcast #31 – Chris Elsworthy of CEL UK

Neil’s back in the studio after his successful conquest of LEJOG, dodgy tan lines aside. This week we get Chris Elsworthy(link to his Twitter feed) on the phone to talk about a great review CEL UK received for the MultiPRO multi-tool in a woodworking magazine.

We also try and pump Chris for any top secret info about his next range of power tool inventions. Listen below to hear what he had to say. And he lets us know about his search for the new TV face of CEL UK.


Neil was delighted to find this article in DIY Week about our outdoor activities and spending habits, particularly in and around our gardens. No offense intended to our Aberdeen listeners. And always remember your PPE…

Remember to check out the Tool Factor – do you have what it takes to be the new face of CEL UK?

Check out CEL UK’s gardening tools in this video;

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The Tool Factor – Do You Have What it Takes?

CEL UK are looking for someone who knows their way around power tools and is good in front of the camera to be their new face on the shopping channels.

Do you have what it takes? Make a video, upload it to YouTube and add it as a response to our video here. And good luck…

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