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Old Dec 31, 2011 | 04:28 PM
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Fellow C4 wrenchers- I have a new in-the-package digital multimeter that was given to me some time ago, and have no need for. It is a cheapie, Harbor Freight, but I want to give it to someone who can use it, I'll pay the postage.
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Old Dec 31, 2011 | 04:30 PM
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Very Nice offer...
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Old Dec 31, 2011 | 05:15 PM
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Very Nice offer...
Way to go, Sailor!!
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Old Dec 31, 2011 | 05:24 PM
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mine quit yesterday, pm sent, many thanks, bob
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Old Dec 31, 2011 | 06:31 PM
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I have about 3 of in my tool box at work. They are cheap and cheerful. I've diagnosed many an issue with those meters. If you know how to use one, the work just fine. I always test my meter for proper function before use, just as a fail safe. If you break one, it is only 5 bucks. I think the fuses for a Fluke cost more than that.
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Old Dec 31, 2011 | 06:43 PM
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For your info and for anyone else who has need, HF often has coupons in various places for a free digital mulitmeter with any purchase. They even include battery and work pretty well. I have used one frequently on electrical gremlins on my Vette and keep one with my tools in the car. I also have one in my Jag for the same reason and have gotten several others that I have given to folks who I have helped that had electrical problems. Nice to have around the house, too.
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Old Dec 31, 2011 | 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by 93Rubie
If you break one, it is only 5 bucks. I think the fuses for a Fluke cost more than that.
On the other hand, it's hard to break a Fluke. The one at the house
is over 20 years old and works fine. Battery lasts about five years.
And the Fluke shuts itself off after a while so you don't drain the
battery. The one at work is about 14 years old.

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Old Dec 31, 2011 | 07:50 PM
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Tired of the bullsh*t with cheap DMMs. Santa brought me a real meter, Fluke 115. Sucker is a "Cadillac" compared to the may "Ugos" I've put up with over the years.

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my last inexpensive multimeter lasted several years, I'm sure this one will also , and I'm gratefull for the gift and the heart that gave it, many thanks, respectfully , bob
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Originally Posted by oldalaskaman
my last inexpensive multimeter lasted several years, I'm sure this one will also , and I'm gratefull for the gift and the heart that gave it, many thanks, respectfully , bob
well said.
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