nwaite Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 found a threading die at a shop today and the guy wants $4 for it. i know that's not much but i don't no if it's worth it... it seamed like it was in ok shape as far as i know but that doesn't say much about things like that. An the other thing is should it have different sizes attachments for the middle. all it had was a 5/8th. would you guys get it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 Do you need to thread some 5/8" rod? A tap and die set is a good thing to have but you can usually get a set for not unreasonable at flea markets, yard/garage sales and the like. However, there's always a chance a used tap or die is dull, chipped or otherwise defunct. Frosty the Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob S Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 found a threading die at a shop today and the guy wants $4 for it. i know that's not much but i don't no if it's worth it... it seamed like it was in ok shape as far as i know but that doesn't say much about things like that. An the other thing is should it have different sizes attachments for the middle. all it had was a 5/8th. would you guys get it? it's unlikely that the die is any good, even if you did need it. But if the die is in a handle and the handle will hold common diameter dies... like 1-1/2", the handle may be worth the $4 so that when you buy dies (as needed) you will already own a handle.http://www.mcmaster....ng-dies/=9dnx1e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nwaite Posted October 22, 2010 Author Share Posted October 22, 2010 Ya it has the handal an as I can tell its in good shape as far as I can tell. how hard is it to finde dies for these? Can u get them new? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CurlyGeorge Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 Bob S gave you this link. http://www.mcmaster.com/#threading-dies/=9dnx1e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Thompson Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 What type of thread is it? UNC or Metric Coarse are the most common in the UK; there are also Metric Fine, UNF, Whitworth, BSF, CEI and pipe and cycle threads (to name but a few). Even if the die is a bit blunt, as long as there's no chips out of it or teeth missing it may come in handy at some time for cleaning up a bolt or stud. It's not exactly expensive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nwaite Posted October 23, 2010 Author Share Posted October 23, 2010 I know $4 dollars is not really expensive but i have very little cash to spend on my new hobby an need to get all i can for what i got. so i like to ask you guys what you think so im wasting the cash i can spend on it. but im going to go get in tomorrow an hopefully it will come in handy for me :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob S Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 I know $4 dollars is not really expensive but i have very little cash to spend on my new hobby an need to get all i can for what i got. so i like to ask you guys what you think so im wasting the cash i can spend on it. but im going to go get in tomorrow an hopefully it will come in handy for me If things are so tight that $4 is a leap for you I would advise passing on this die. It will most likely be a paperweight at best. Best of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Thompson Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 Yes, I agree, sorry, I didn't realise that the price is a problem. I'd spend the money on a good 'how-to' book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nwaite Posted October 23, 2010 Author Share Posted October 23, 2010 Well as it would happen to day i went an got it... An an hour later i was given a free brand spanken new ball peen hammer. WOOT what a day what a day. i dont feel so bad buying xxxx thing after the hammer if i get to use it well good if not i can just tell my self the $4 went to the hammer. oh and the handle is made by wells brothers company. you guys know if there any good? it's xxxxxxx heavy duty i can tell ya that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGGUNDOCTOR Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 You can always use the handle for twisting bars with some inserts for different size bar stock. Pics? Don't worry, what you have is a case of smithitis, a fairly common and incurable diease that causes one to scrounge metal, and tools even when their is not an immediate need. Someday you will find a use for your newest treasure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 You can always use the handle for twisting bars with some inserts for different size bar stock. Pics? Don't worry, what you have is a case of smithitis, a fairly common and incurable diease that causes one to scrounge metal, and tools even when their is not an immediate need. Someday you will find a use for your newest treasure. Or not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Thompson Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 You could learn to use it and practice, someday a customer might need a 5/8" bar threading in an emergency and you'll be the bloke that he turns to... If not, it's always useful to learn a new skill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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