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    A basic set of tools. Car jack, tire iron, jumper cables. Rice cooker, crock pot, and air fryer (probably more than 100 collectively, but each one should be less than 100).

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      car jack

      Tire iron

      I’m assuming a tire iron is a wheel nut key - has anyone ever owned a car that didn’t have these?

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        Also, why would anyone who does NOT own a car possibly need these :)

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          My 10 years old volvo does not have a spare only some spray can repair kit. However it has all the tools to change a tire

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          It’s a nightmare. They have those mobile compressors instead. How am I supposed to get to the next mechanic if I have to use the compressor for every 2km? And then they have this puncture safe paste that the compressor can mix in, which turns a 10$ repair into a 200$ repair.

          It’s insanity! And using the compressor takes even longer than just changing the wheel!

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    If you are a dude and getting a bit older, then the Panasonic Nose and Ear hair trimmer. It’s like 13$ on Amazon.

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      I got one of these when I was in my 20s and Id still recommend it. A little grooming goes a long way.

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      I took a selfie for a car hire application recently and only looked at it closely after I sent it. Now I’m cursed with the knowledge that whoever processed the application saw me with a long white nose hair hanging.

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        Does it do a good job on ear hair? I’ve tried multiple groomers that get the nose hair well enough but every one of them has been trash at getting the ear hair so I’ve resorted to plucking it.

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          The head is shaped like a mushroom, so it cuts on the side and right on top. Unlike the others which are tube shaped.

          I just tried it. It does a pretty good job, but I don’t have really furry ears.

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          That’s what I thought until I got that one. Then I realized what I had been missing all along. Marketing? Nope. Just sharing what I found to be good.

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    An 8-10 inch mid level chef knife. One with a single bevel made of quality steel that can hold an edge will make a world of difference. You haven’t lived until you’ve cut paper thin potato slices like butter

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    A well stocked toolbox. Not just a random assortment of things but a well considered, well stocked toolbox with everything you need to tackle basic home repair.

    To all those saying that tools are too expensive, they are not. Everything you need to tackle most home repair scenarios can be had under $100. Will you be turning screws by hand and adjusting wrenches? Yes. Will it be enjoyable work? Probably not, but you absolutely can have a good set of very basic tools for under $100 then add to it over time.

    Get a hammer, adjustable wrench, angled pliers, razor utility knife, and 11-in-1 screwdriver. Buy additional tools as needed.

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    If you already have a good pedestrian vehicle: a good bike lock.

    I (and lockpicking lawyer) recommend the kryptonite evolution. Good balance of price and protection.

    For a step up I recommend the kryptonite fahgettaboutit.

    Either way, bolt cutters aren’t getting in, and portable angle grinders will take a little while because the chain is annoying to grind.

    I see too many expensive bikes chained up with thin little locks.

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    Single guys that are interested in women, things to buy for a potential female visitor:

    • a variety of tampons and maxi pads
    • two types of moisturizer that aren’t for jackin
    • lady’s first razor, shaving cream, potentially a hand mirror
    • an assortment of travel hygiene products: toothbrush in package, travel toothpaste, mouth and wash, travel size whatever
    • decent towels, hand towels, bath mat, etc.
    • a variety of otc drugs: acetaminophen, ibuprofen, excedrin, and first aid kit.

    Make your home welcoming to a potential visitor, and stock it with things they may wish they had, or they need and may be shy to admit it.

    I think that’s about $100

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    An OBD scanner

    A decent flashlight

    A mini screwdriver set

    A multimeter

    An outlet polarity tester

    These immediately come to mind.

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    A meat thermometer. Probably the best 20 bucks I ever spent. Completely changed how I cook meat.