Posted on 09/02/2010 8:16:26 AM PDT by Immerito
One, Wii is Nintendo. Two, some specialized tools come in handy for those if you want to get your kid into electronics.
“Wii is Nintendo.”
I’m proud to say that I don’t know the difference and don’t care.
In building anything, the more precise you are, the easier the job will go. Whenever you need check the square of most anything, always remember this rule. 3-4-5. Measure 3’ on from a corner. measure 4’ from the same corner on the adjoining line. Measure from the 3’ mark to the 4’ mark. If it is square, the measurement across will be 5’ exactly. multiples of the 3’,4’,5’ holds true; 6’,8’,10’, 30’,40’,50’. This works every time. One of life’s absolutes.
Some basic knowledge is as vital as the tools you use. And I agree that it’s better to start with manual tools to learn the basics. My grandpa taught me and I don’t remember him owning any power tool. But I do remember his saw collection. And I remember “borrowing” one of his prized saws. 2 times; the first and last time all rolled into one time. Man was he a heck of a carpenter. He could plumb something without ever touching a level. I never proved him wrong either.
Requirements for the Carpentry merit badge:
Demonstrate the use of the rule, square, level, plumb-line, miter, chalk-line and bevel.
Demonstrate the proper way to drive, set, and clinch a nail, draw a spike with a claw-hammer, and to join two pieces of wood with screws.
Show correct use of the crosscut saw and of the ripsaw.
Show how to plane the edge, end and the broad surface of a board.
Demonstrate how to lay shingles.
Make a simple article of furniture for practical use in the home or on the home grounds, finished in a workmanlike manner, all work to be done without assistance.
For myself I have provided my daughters with additional tools. They have them on hand and are glad to let the guys use them when appropriate..
I maintain my own rental units and found a certain set of tools most useful. I pretty well just grab and go and get it done.
My tools are:
1. adjustable square w/built-in 45 and level bubble
2. tape measure
3. Channel locks/vise grip
4. Crescent wrench
5. electrical pliers
6. hammer
7. hand saw
8. 6in1 screwdriver
9. pry bar
10. Sawzall
11. li-ion 18v drill w/Ryobi 30+drill set
12. drywall punch saw
13. box-cutter knife
14. carpenter's pencil
15. small socket set with sockets and screwdriver tips
16. JBWeld, duct tape, masking tape, Teflon pipe wrap
17. small Surform jack plane
18. 3/4 chisel
19. Electrical meter
20. 5in1 window scraper/putty knife
With these a person is good to go for most repair items. Hope you find this interesting, helpful, and useful
I think most parents here want to impart some sort of practical knowledge to their children.
Garage sales are great places to pick up tools for kids. Also, living out here in rural Wyoming, auctions are great places to pick up all sorts of tools.
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