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Posted: 10/13/2024 3:46:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By fordtuff: Old low tooth count ratchets are fine for a lot of things but if you gotta do things like take the turbo off an obs 7.3 then stuff like this can make a drastic difference. This man knows what he's talking about lol. I had to make shit to get that fucker off. If you do it once you can see why people get so frustrated they cut holes in their firewall. This was the worst bolt, trying to remember exactly which one it was but I could get a wrench on it but couldn't get enough torque to break it lose. Ended up cutting a thick piece of high tensile bailing wire, it came off a bail of cotton, and put it through a handle to pull on it hard enough to get it started. Once I deleted the pedestal it was easy to put back together. Thankfully I have a tig welder and did that part for free essentially. 
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OR, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 3:51:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By anymanusa: Too long. I use the hell out of a long narrow 1/4 Matco ratchet. I’ve been meaning to try some more of the “premium” hand tools. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 3:56:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By maslin02: I use the hell out of a long narrow 1/4 Matco ratchet. I’ve been meaning to try some more of the “premium” hand tools. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By maslin02: Originally Posted By anymanusa: Too long. I use the hell out of a long narrow 1/4 Matco ratchet. I’ve been meaning to try some more of the “premium” hand tools. Bottom line is long and short ratchets of every flavor have their place. You do need to be more careful with long handled 1/4" stuff but that won't stop me from reaching for one. I've since upgraded my swivel head to an Icon when they had the 40% off deal. 
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Posted: 10/13/2024 3:57:42 PM EDT
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this thread is going to cost me money again, i am a tool whore also
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:01:06 PM EDT
[#5]
what is a good mini torque screwdriver that goes as low as 10 in lbs?
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:02:44 PM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Coffin-Nail: Bottom line is long and short ratchets of every flavor have their place. You do need to be more careful with long handled 1/4" stuff but that won't stop me from reaching for one. I've since upgraded my swivel head to an Icon when they had the 40% off deal. https://i.imgur.com/KRisuXU.jpeg I love being able to grab a different ratchet to make a job easier.....or even possible. I can't do that at work because I'm working out of a small Pelican case. I carry a Facom bit ratchet set with a few sockets. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:04:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: I have a flex head GW 120XP. It's nice. I wish the head angle detents were smaller. The first click tips the handle a lot. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By VeryAverage: Odd… that doesn’t appear to be a GearWrench 120XP. I have a flex head GW 120XP. It's nice. I wish the head angle detents were smaller. The first click tips the handle a lot. I can’t stand flex head ratchets. Would rather just use a knuckle between the ratchet and socket on the occasions that feature might be useful. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:08:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By armoredsaint: what is a good mini torque screwdriver that goes as low as 10 in lbs? This is a bit spendy for me but I might go for it at some point. Wiha 28506 TorqueVario-S Torque Screwdriver, 10-50 Inch Pound |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:10:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VeryAverage: I can’t stand flex head ratchets. Would rather just use a knuckle between the ratchet and socket on the occasions that feature might be useful. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VeryAverage: Originally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By VeryAverage: Odd… that doesn’t appear to be a GearWrench 120XP. I have a flex head GW 120XP. It's nice. I wish the head angle detents were smaller. The first click tips the handle a lot. I can’t stand flex head ratchets. Would rather just use a knuckle between the ratchet and socket on the occasions that feature might be useful. Have you tried swivel head vs flex head? I prefer swivel head. I've been using swivel head for work ever since my flex head Gear Wrench locked up. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:10:38 PM EDT
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All of you bitching about a guy buying tools need to do this:
Stick your hand down your pants and see if you have a set of balls. If you do, you're a man. Men like tools. They don't bitch about other men buying tools. That is all. Carry on with the purse swinging. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:14:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By armoredsaint: this thread is going to cost me money again, i am a tool whore also Welcome, Sir! 
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OH, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:20:10 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:32:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: This is a bit spendy for me but I might go for it at some point. Wiha 28506 TorqueVario-S Torque Screwdriver, 10-50 Inch Pound |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:36:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: Have you tried swivel head vs flex head? I prefer swivel head. I've been using swivel head for work ever since my flex head Gear Wrench locked up. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By VeryAverage: Originally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By VeryAverage: Odd… that doesn’t appear to be a GearWrench 120XP. I have a flex head GW 120XP. It's nice. I wish the head angle detents were smaller. The first click tips the handle a lot. I can’t stand flex head ratchets. Would rather just use a knuckle between the ratchet and socket on the occasions that feature might be useful. Have you tried swivel head vs flex head? I prefer swivel head. I've been using swivel head for work ever since my flex head Gear Wrench locked up. I don’t know that I’ve ever seen a swivel head in person. It would be tough to convert me from my 120XP. I love that thing. Typically disassemble, clean, and lubricate a couple times a year when it gets chemical contamination. Been running like a champ for years. |
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FM, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:37:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By fadedsun: You could, easily. Even blindfolded. Nice tools make everything nicer and easier. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By fadedsun: Originally Posted By TheTallest: Honestly, I don't think I'd even be able to tell the difference. As long as the tool can take stuff apart and put it back together I don't give a damn if it's 25 teeth or 2500 teeth and as smooth as a hookers ass. You could, easily. Even blindfolded. Nice tools make everything nicer and easier. Yep, the tekton ratchets are nice. 3/8 small body and 1/2" offset swivel get used alot on combines, along with 24" 1/2" ratchet(get the comfort grip, keeps you from sliding a cheater pipe on it, lol) |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:38:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HK-Slap: Here is my go-to socket set... https://kokenusa.com/products/titanium-socket-set-with-wooden-case-18-pcs?srsltid=AfmBOor9MvFDgDZ6iwT6KJwDY2YZzL6mYACT7qIrZ69RO_65Nr76V-XA https://kokenusa.com/cdn/shop/products/TI4261M_Titanium_Set__00067.1605927323_1280x.jpg?v=1639658225 Lol. I didn't click.....I'm pretty sure it's several thousand dollars. 
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USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:39:08 PM EDT
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Do they make them with shorter handles?
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:39:32 PM EDT
[#18]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: Lol. I didn't click.....I'm pretty sure it's several thousand dollars. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By HK-Slap: Here is my go-to socket set... https://kokenusa.com/products/titanium-socket-set-with-wooden-case-18-pcs?srsltid=AfmBOor9MvFDgDZ6iwT6KJwDY2YZzL6mYACT7qIrZ69RO_65Nr76V-XA https://kokenusa.com/cdn/shop/products/TI4261M_Titanium_Set__00067.1605927323_1280x.jpg?v=1639658225 Lol. I didn't click.....I'm pretty sure it's several thousand dollars. It is titanium and is $4,300. |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:39:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: Lol. I didn't click.....I'm pretty sure it's several thousand dollars. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By HK-Slap: Here is my go-to socket set... https://kokenusa.com/products/titanium-socket-set-with-wooden-case-18-pcs?srsltid=AfmBOor9MvFDgDZ6iwT6KJwDY2YZzL6mYACT7qIrZ69RO_65Nr76V-XA https://kokenusa.com/cdn/shop/products/TI4261M_Titanium_Set__00067.1605927323_1280x.jpg?v=1639658225 Lol. I didn't click.....I'm pretty sure it's several thousand dollars. $4,272.45 to be exact...
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:40:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VeryAverage: I don’t know that I’ve ever seen a swivel head in person. It would be tough to convert me from my 120XP. I love that thing. Typically disassemble, clean, and lubricate a couple times a year when it gets chemical contamination. Been running like a champ for years. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VeryAverage: Originally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By VeryAverage: Originally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By VeryAverage: Odd… that doesn’t appear to be a GearWrench 120XP. I have a flex head GW 120XP. It's nice. I wish the head angle detents were smaller. The first click tips the handle a lot. I can’t stand flex head ratchets. Would rather just use a knuckle between the ratchet and socket on the occasions that feature might be useful. Have you tried swivel head vs flex head? I prefer swivel head. I've been using swivel head for work ever since my flex head Gear Wrench locked up. I don’t know that I’ve ever seen a swivel head in person. It would be tough to convert me from my 120XP. I love that thing. Typically disassemble, clean, and lubricate a couple times a year when it gets chemical contamination. Been running like a champ for years. I used the Icon swivel head for work for years. It's a great way to get your feet wet. The KTC is half the size in the head. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:40:53 PM EDT
[Last Edit: FJB247]
[#21]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Trollslayer: Do they make them with shorter handles? Yes, everything from the head with almost no handle all the way up to extra long.  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:42:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DH243: Yep, the tekton ratchets are nice. 3/8 small body and 1/2" offset swivel get used alot on combines, along with 24" 1/2" ratchet(get the comfort grip, keeps you from sliding a cheater pipe on it, lol) Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DH243: Originally Posted By fadedsun: Originally Posted By TheTallest: Honestly, I don't think I'd even be able to tell the difference. As long as the tool can take stuff apart and put it back together I don't give a damn if it's 25 teeth or 2500 teeth and as smooth as a hookers ass. You could, easily. Even blindfolded. Nice tools make everything nicer and easier. Yep, the tekton ratchets are nice. 3/8 small body and 1/2" offset swivel get used alot on combines, along with 24" 1/2" ratchet(get the comfort grip, keeps you from sliding a cheater pipe on it, lol) Get the Hazet 916HPL and go ahead with the cheater pipe. It will handle 750 ft lbs or so. I do what I can to avoid yanking. Just straight torque. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:43:09 PM EDT
[Last Edit: tifosi]
[#23]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Coffin-Nail: Bottom line is long and short ratchets of every flavor have their place. You do need to be more careful with long handled 1/4" stuff but that won't stop me from reaching for one. Honestly haven't run into many use cases, but it doesn't want for reach, even if it lacks girth.  |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:43:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Trollslayer: Do they make them with shorter handles? Yes. Nepros NBR290. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:44:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HK-Slap: $4,272.45 to be exact... Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HK-Slap: Originally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By HK-Slap: Here is my go-to socket set... https://kokenusa.com/products/titanium-socket-set-with-wooden-case-18-pcs?srsltid=AfmBOor9MvFDgDZ6iwT6KJwDY2YZzL6mYACT7qIrZ69RO_65Nr76V-XA https://kokenusa.com/cdn/shop/products/TI4261M_Titanium_Set__00067.1605927323_1280x.jpg?v=1639658225 Lol. I didn't click.....I'm pretty sure it's several thousand dollars. $4,272.45 to be exact... Well then. I'll take two! Lol! That's more than I've got in my main toolbox plus the box. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:44:59 PM EDT
[#26]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HK-Slap: $4,272.45 to be exact... Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HK-Slap: Originally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By HK-Slap: Here is my go-to socket set... https://kokenusa.com/products/titanium-socket-set-with-wooden-case-18-pcs?srsltid=AfmBOor9MvFDgDZ6iwT6KJwDY2YZzL6mYACT7qIrZ69RO_65Nr76V-XA https://kokenusa.com/cdn/shop/products/TI4261M_Titanium_Set__00067.1605927323_1280x.jpg?v=1639658225 Lol. I didn't click.....I'm pretty sure it's several thousand dollars. $4,272.45 to be exact... 
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:45:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FJB247: Yes, everything from the head with almost no handle all the way up to extra long. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/542426/1000005528_jpg-3348753.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/542426/1000005530_jpg-3348756.JPG I'm trying to decide if I'd use the short flex head. |
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NY, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:46:52 PM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VeryAverage: I can’t stand flex head ratchets. Would rather just use a knuckle between the ratchet and socket on the occasions that feature might be useful. I couldn't imagine doing brake or suspension work without my Snap-On SF80A handy. They are pricey but they are also an awesome, precise and tight ratchet. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 4:47:08 PM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tifosi: If you *absolutely* need non-magnetic, non-sparking and your boss is paying, well .... Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tifosi: Originally Posted By HK-Slap: Originally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By HK-Slap: Here is my go-to socket set... https://kokenusa.com/products/titanium-socket-set-with-wooden-case-18-pcs?srsltid=AfmBOor9MvFDgDZ6iwT6KJwDY2YZzL6mYACT7qIrZ69RO_65Nr76V-XA https://kokenusa.com/cdn/shop/products/TI4261M_Titanium_Set__00067.1605927323_1280x.jpg?v=1639658225 Lol. I didn't click.....I'm pretty sure it's several thousand dollars. $4,272.45 to be exact... Ring, ring. Hey boss? 
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Posted: 10/13/2024 5:08:49 PM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Coffin-Nail: This man knows what he's talking about lol. I had to make shit to get that fucker off. If you do it once you can see why people get so frustrated they cut holes in their firewall. This was the worst bolt, trying to remember exactly which one it was but I could get a wrench on it but couldn't get enough torque to break it lose. Ended up cutting a thick piece of high tensile bailing wire, it came off a bail of cotton, and put it through a handle to pull on it hard enough to get it started. Once I deleted the pedestal it was easy to put back together. Thankfully I have a tig welder and did that part for free essentially. https://i.imgur.com/k2JZgS5.jpe |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 5:09:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tifosi: If you *absolutely* need non-magnetic, non-sparking and your boss is paying, well .... Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tifosi: Originally Posted By HK-Slap: Originally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By HK-Slap: Here is my go-to socket set... https://kokenusa.com/products/titanium-socket-set-with-wooden-case-18-pcs?srsltid=AfmBOor9MvFDgDZ6iwT6KJwDY2YZzL6mYACT7qIrZ69RO_65Nr76V-XA https://kokenusa.com/cdn/shop/products/TI4261M_Titanium_Set__00067.1605927323_1280x.jpg?v=1639658225 Lol. I didn't click.....I'm pretty sure it's several thousand dollars. $4,272.45 to be exact... Don't "need" them for any specific application. I just wanted them, as I love Koken and Nepros tools and I'm fortunate that I can afford the luxury of a titanium socket set. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 5:41:48 PM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jeffg: I couldn't imagine doing brake or suspension work without my Snap-On SF80A handy. They are pricey but they are also an awesome, precise and tight ratchet. https://imageshack.com/i/pmcGXlYuj Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jeffg: Originally Posted By VeryAverage: I can’t stand flex head ratchets. Would rather just use a knuckle between the ratchet and socket on the occasions that feature might be useful. I couldn't imagine doing brake or suspension work without my Snap-On SF80A handy. They are pricey but they are also an awesome, precise and tight ratchet. https://imageshack.com/i/pmcGXlYuj Part of it is probably being an industrial mechanic. I don’t work on vehicles other than basic maintenance on my own. Stuff that is indispensable in the automotive world might be useless or counter-productive for my purposes. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 5:51:09 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/13/2024 5:57:26 PM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VeryAverage: Part of it is probably being an industrial mechanic. I don't work on vehicles other than basic maintenance on my own. Stuff that is indispensable in the automotive world might be useless or counter-productive for my purposes. the only use for a tool is as an auto tech, when there are 100's of different trades that have needs for hand tools or power tools and there are requirements that are specific to that trade. |
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WA, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 5:58:54 PM EDT
[#35]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VeryAverage: Part of it is probably being an industrial mechanic. I don’t work on vehicles other than basic maintenance on my own. Stuff that is indispensable in the automotive world might be useless or counter-productive for my purposes. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VeryAverage: Originally Posted By Jeffg: Originally Posted By VeryAverage: I can’t stand flex head ratchets. Would rather just use a knuckle between the ratchet and socket on the occasions that feature might be useful. I couldn't imagine doing brake or suspension work without my Snap-On SF80A handy. They are pricey but they are also an awesome, precise and tight ratchet. https://imageshack.com/i/pmcGXlYuj Part of it is probably being an industrial mechanic. I don’t work on vehicles other than basic maintenance on my own. Stuff that is indispensable in the automotive world might be useless or counter-productive for my purposes. This is a fair assessment. There are times when millimeters matter and there times when they don't. Work on automobiles and other equipment is a PITA because they are built with the assembly line in mind, not the end user and mechanics that work on the damn things Different tools for different jobs, but nobody who turns wrenches complains about having nice stuff |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 6:22:38 PM EDT
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tifosi: And vice versa. One thing that annoys me about 99% of tool reviews is they tend to assume that the only use for a tool is as an auto tech, when there are 100's of different trades that have needs for hand tools or power tools and there are requirements that are specific to that trade. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tifosi: Originally Posted By VeryAverage: Part of it is probably being an industrial mechanic. I don't work on vehicles other than basic maintenance on my own. Stuff that is indispensable in the automotive world might be useless or counter-productive for my purposes. the only use for a tool is as an auto tech, when there are 100's of different trades that have needs for hand tools or power tools and there are requirements that are specific to that trade. One example is that i cannot justify nut grip sockets for my job, save for 13mm, and i can use them often at home. Most of the time I do not remove fasteners entirely except cover screws. Occasionally machine limit switches and such. |
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NY, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 6:42:14 PM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VeryAverage: Part of it is probably being an industrial mechanic. I don’t work on vehicles other than basic maintenance on my own. Stuff that is indispensable in the automotive world might be useless or counter-productive for my purposes. That makes a lot of sense, back when I was poor I couldn't afford not to learn to do stuff myself. Now that I have money, when I can find the time, I don't mind still doing some things. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 6:44:06 PM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally  Posted By tifosi:This is my long 1/4" ratchet. Honestly haven't run into many use cases, but it doesn't want for reach, even if it lacks girth. https://i.postimg.cc/9fdfbs2G/20241013-163802.jpg Damn man it’s like you’re trying to compensate for something. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 7:02:45 PM EDT
[#39]
I have a company card and my boss says that I can buy anything that will make me more efficient that makes sense.
I don't abuse it. I ask about anything over $50 even though he never says no. I'm already using the long KTC swivel ratchet and Koken Z-series sockets. I've got more Japanese and Taiwanese tools than anything else. My Facom reversible ratchet wrenches are freakin awesome. French company but the wrenches are Taiwanese. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 7:25:37 PM EDT
[Last Edit: boy-scout]
[#40]
In this day and age, a variety of ratchets is absolutely necessary working on Ford diesels.
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Posted: 10/13/2024 7:39:57 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: Yes. Nepros NBR290. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By Trollslayer: Do they make them with shorter handles? Yes. Nepros NBR290. OK, it seems I don't have a pic of the 1/4", but here is the 3/8" ratchet, same body size. 
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Posted: 10/13/2024 7:51:23 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By -Omega-1: OK, it seems I don't have a pic of the 1/4", but here is the 3/8" ratchet, same body size. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/123512/nepros390_2-3017127.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By -Omega-1: Originally Posted By batmanacw: Originally Posted By Trollslayer: Do they make them with shorter handles? Yes. Nepros NBR290. OK, it seems I don't have a pic of the 1/4", but here is the 3/8" ratchet, same body size. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/123512/nepros390_2-3017127.jpg Is that the NBR390C? |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 7:52:34 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By boy-scout: In this day and age, a variety of ratchets is absolutely necessary working on Ford diesels.https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/300252/20240904_145559_jpg-3348905.JPG You have more money in that drawer than I have in hand tools combined..... |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 7:56:02 PM EDT
[#44]
The first machine shop I ever worked at I made Snap-On 3/8 and 1/2 inch ratchets.It was the first CNC programming I ever did.We turned them on a lathe first for the profile and then we cut the head flat and put the pocket in them on a mil. I programmed it all using Mazatrol.If I remember correctly their was less than 5 minutes total in machining time between both operations.After seeing that it made me think twice about buying $200 Snap On ratchets.
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Posted: 10/13/2024 8:13:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BoSanders: The first machine shop I ever worked at I made Snap-On 3/8 and 1/2 inch ratchets.It was the first CNC programming I ever did.We turned them on a lathe first for the profile and then we cut the head flat and put the pocket in them on a mil. I programmed it all using Mazatrol.If I remember correctly their was less than 5 minutes total in machining time between both operations.After seeing that it made me think twice about buying $200 Snap On ratchets. SnapOff makes quality tools and they have a business model that works for them until it doesn't. It's not a business model I participate in. I rarely break tools. I don't need to pay for 3 ratchets up front to cover the warranty. I work within the limitations of my tools and I'm rewarded with great longevity without the cost. Now that I'm getting old I just want to use tools that I enjoy using. It's like a guy buying a car to fix up. He does it because it brings him joy. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 8:16:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BoSanders: The first machine shop I ever worked at I made Snap-On 3/8 and 1/2 inch ratchets.It was the first CNC programming I ever did.We turned them on a lathe first for the profile and then we cut the head flat and put the pocket in them on a mil. I programmed it all using Mazatrol.If I remember correctly their was less than 5 minutes total in machining time between both operations.After seeing that it made me think twice about buying $200 Snap On ratchets. You forgot the forging, heat treat and plating processes. |
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WA, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2024 8:20:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By NwG: You forgot the forging, heat treat and plating processes. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By NwG: Originally Posted By BoSanders: The first machine shop I ever worked at I made Snap-On 3/8 and 1/2 inch ratchets.It was the first CNC programming I ever did.We turned them on a lathe first for the profile and then we cut the head flat and put the pocket in them on a mil. I programmed it all using Mazatrol.If I remember correctly their was less than 5 minutes total in machining time between both operations.After seeing that it made me think twice about buying $200 Snap On ratchets. You forgot the forging, heat treat and plating processes. There is a cost to every touch and movement in the production of |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 8:21:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By -daddy: There is a cost to every touch and movement in the production of And warranty it.. forever. |
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Posted: 10/13/2024 8:25:47 PM EDT
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I too like quality tools. I have all I need but, occasionally I'll see a tool that would be usefull. I still buy tools.
I have a NBR390AH and its a handy little ratchet for when you need it. 
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Posted: 10/13/2024 8:26:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By NwG: You forgot the forging, heat treat and plating processes. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By NwG: Originally Posted By BoSanders: The first machine shop I ever worked at I made Snap-On 3/8 and 1/2 inch ratchets.It was the first CNC programming I ever did.We turned them on a lathe first for the profile and then we cut the head flat and put the pocket in them on a mil. I programmed it all using Mazatrol.If I remember correctly their was less than 5 minutes total in machining time between both operations.After seeing that it made me think twice about buying $200 Snap On ratchets. You forgot the forging, heat treat and plating processes. Forging adds a buck, heat treat adds a buck, plating adds a buck. In large batches those things cost very little. |
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