The nice thing is that it seems totally temp adjust
But as it is 1200 it is low..
On 11/24/2010 9:30 PM, Larry Jaques wrote:
> On Wed, 24 Nov 2010 20:39:48 -0500, tiredofspam<nospam.nospam.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
>> http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>>
>> Opinions...
>
> Grab one. Looks more useful than the cheaper ones, but the cheaper
> ones work just fine, too.
>
> --
> Experience is a good teacher, but she send in terrific bills.
> -- Minna Thomas Antrim
In article <[email protected]>, tiredofspam
wrote:
> Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
> http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>
> Opinions...
I have one and have no complaints, but I've only used it a couple of
times.
It worked great thawing the sprinkler manifold in the back yard when I
was surprised by an early freeze a few weeks back.
On Wed, 24 Nov 2010 23:08:31 -0800, "Lobby Dosser"
<[email protected]> wrote:
>"Lew Hodgett" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>news:[email protected]...
>>
>> "tiredofspam" wrote:
>> http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>>>
>>> Opinions...
>> ---------------
>> It's only 1,200 watts.
>>
>> I'd pass.
>
>And it doesn't have feet ...
What, you guys don't own metal coathangers?
Make a stand. Take ya 3 minutes, tops.
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-- Minna Thomas Antrim
I wrote:
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"Lew Hodgett" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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>
> "Larry W" wrote:
>
>> Haven't tried it but consider this one too, it's often on sale for
>> $7.99
>>
>> http://www.harborfreight.com/1500-watt-dual-temperature-heat-gun-572-1112-96289.html
> --------------------------------
> No metal feet to allow placing on bench in free hands mode.
>
> I'd pass.
>
> Lew
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Searching around a little bit for the gun I bought 15-20 years ago for
maybe $35 at Home Depot, and I finally found it.
Surprise, current price ranges from $100-$125.
That H/F unit starts looking better and better.
Add a couple of bent up coat hangers and you get a hands free unit.
Lew
On Nov 24, 8:39=A0pm, tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com> wrote:
> Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?http://www.leevall=
ey.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=3D65605&cat=3D1,44047&ap=3D1
>
> Opinions...
Other than the color, it appears to be identical to the HFT model -
with the exception of the rotating damper (which restricts the
incoming air - I suspect) that offers more consistency/control than
blocking the ports with the palm of one's hand to increase the heat
output.
I'm on my second HFT cheapie and I don't use them that often. First
one lasted about five years of infrequent use and lots of laying about
in a wooden box I made to hold it.
HFT sent out a 25% off any item coupon (good in stores or online)
yeasterday so maybe you could get one from them for six dollars
On Wed, 24 Nov 2010 20:39:48 -0500, tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com>
wrote:
>Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
>http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>
>Opinions...
Grab one. Looks more useful than the cheaper ones, but the cheaper
ones work just fine, too.
--
Experience is a good teacher, but she send in terrific bills.
-- Minna Thomas Antrim
On Nov 24, 9:30=A0pm, Larry Jaques <[email protected]>
wrote:
> On Wed, 24 Nov 2010 20:39:48 -0500, tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com>
> wrote:
>
> >Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
> >http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=3D65605&cat=3D1,44047&ap=3D=
1
>
> >Opinions...
>
> Grab one. Looks more useful than the cheaper ones, but the cheaper
> ones work just fine, too.
>
> --
> Experience is a good teacher, but she send in terrific bills.
> =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =A0 =
=A0 -- Minna Thomas Antrim
I have a 1500 watt 'Digital'(wtf?) Wagner. 35 bucks I think. That
thing will light BBQ fires.
On Thu, 25 Nov 2010 01:53:10 +0000 (UTC),
[email protected] (Larry W) wrote:
>In article <[email protected]>,
>tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com> wrote:
>>Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
>>http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>>
>>Opinions...
>
>Haven't tried it but consider this one too, it's often on sale for $7.99
>
>http://www.harborfreight.com/1500-watt-dual-temperature-heat-gun-572-1112-96289.html
I used one of those last week to soften roofing shingles so I could
extend the pumphouse for a client. I also used it 30 years ago to
remove paint from my cupboard doors. I'd say I got my eight or ten
bucks worth, don't you?
--
Experience is a good teacher, but she send in terrific bills.
-- Minna Thomas Antrim
In article <[email protected]>,
tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com> wrote:
>Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
>http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>
>Opinions...
Haven't tried it but consider this one too, it's often on sale for $7.99
http://www.harborfreight.com/1500-watt-dual-temperature-heat-gun-572-1112-96289.html
--
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with the average voter. (Winston Churchill)
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On 11/24/10 8:39 PM, tiredofspam wrote:
> Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
> http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>
> Opinions...
For $20 what can you loose, never been disappointed by anything from LV.
Looks and specs out like a B&D I bought about 13 years ago for a
comparable price, I have abused it and so did a friend of mine, still
works, and I don't normally loan out tools.
--
Froz...
The system will be down for 10 days for preventive maintenance.
"Lew Hodgett" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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>
> "tiredofspam" wrote:
> http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>>
>> Opinions...
> ---------------
> It's only 1,200 watts.
>
> I'd pass.
>
> Lew
>
>
And it doesn't have feet ...
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If your name is No, I voted for you - more than once ...
"Robatoy" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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On Nov 24, 9:30 pm, Larry Jaques <[email protected]>
wrote:
> On Wed, 24 Nov 2010 20:39:48 -0500, tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com>
> wrote:
>
> >Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
> >http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>
> >Opinions...
>
> Grab one. Looks more useful than the cheaper ones, but the cheaper
> ones work just fine, too.
>
> --
> Experience is a good teacher, but she send in terrific bills.
> -- Minna Thomas Antrim
I have a 1500 watt 'Digital'(wtf?) Wagner. 35 bucks I think. That
thing will light BBQ fires.
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451F lights paper.
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"Larry Jaques" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> On Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:16:20 -0500, tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com>
> wrote:
>
> [topposting corrected]
>
>>On 11/24/2010 9:30 PM, Larry Jaques wrote:
>>> On Wed, 24 Nov 2010 20:39:48 -0500, tiredofspam<nospam.nospam.com>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
>>>> http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>>>>
>>>> Opinions...
>>>
>>> Grab one. Looks more useful than the cheaper ones, but the cheaper
>>> ones work just fine, too.
>>
>>The nice thing is that it seems totally temp adjust
>>But as it is 1200 it is low..
>
> Why do you say that? It can reach 900F. If you need more heat, use a
> fookin' BLOWTORCH. I have one of these for weeds, not paint/wood.
> http://www.harborfreight.com/propane-torch-with-push-button-igniter-91037.html
>
> --
> Experience is a good teacher, but she send in terrific bills.
> -- Minna Thomas Antrim
Propane torch with the right attachment is fine for paint.
http://www.harborfreight.com/propane-torch-with-three-burners-91899.html
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tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com> writes:
> Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
> http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>
> Opinions...
I have been very happy with the "digital" multi-temperature heat gun
from Harbor freight - I especially appreciate the auto-cool down
feature.
It lists for $39.99 but I paid about $25
http://www.harborfreight.com/professional-heat-gun-with-digital-temperature-settings-97114.html
On Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:16:20 -0500, tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com>
wrote:
[topposting corrected]
>On 11/24/2010 9:30 PM, Larry Jaques wrote:
>> On Wed, 24 Nov 2010 20:39:48 -0500, tiredofspam<nospam.nospam.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
>>> http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>>>
>>> Opinions...
>>
>> Grab one. Looks more useful than the cheaper ones, but the cheaper
>> ones work just fine, too.
>
>The nice thing is that it seems totally temp adjust
>But as it is 1200 it is low..
Why do you say that? It can reach 900F. If you need more heat, use a
fookin' BLOWTORCH. I have one of these for weeds, not paint/wood.
http://www.harborfreight.com/propane-torch-with-push-button-igniter-91037.html
--
Experience is a good teacher, but she send in terrific bills.
-- Minna Thomas Antrim
On Wed, 24 Nov 2010 21:03:02 -0800 (PST), Robatoy
<[email protected]> wrote:
>On Nov 24, 9:30 pm, Larry Jaques <[email protected]>
>wrote:
>> On Wed, 24 Nov 2010 20:39:48 -0500, tiredofspam <nospam.nospam.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>> >Has anyone tried the variable temp lee valley heat gun?
>> >http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=65605&cat=1,44047&ap=1
>>
>> >Opinions...
>>
>> Grab one. Looks more useful than the cheaper ones, but the cheaper
>> ones work just fine, too.
>>
>> --
>> Experience is a good teacher, but she send in terrific bills.
>> -- Minna Thomas Antrim
>
>I have a 1500 watt 'Digital'(wtf?) Wagner. 35 bucks I think. That
>thing will light BBQ fires.
Yes, the digital, enhanced squarewave, billet Vogner is truly another
advertising milestone product, such as Thom. WaterFail and MinWhacked
WoodRuiner.
--
Experience is a good teacher, but she send in terrific bills.
-- Minna Thomas Antrim