Have this Ratchet. It has surprisingly low backdrag and is a beast. Great for rust belt suspension work.Proto J5250HTCF from Zoro.
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My 1/2" ratcheting wrench gave up the ghost on Sat, I haven’t had a Matco dealer in years it wasn't reversing so instead of going $500+ for a SO set I figured I would give HF a try, they have a length advantage over Tekton
It was a little traumatic but it's been done.
It was a little traumatic but it's been done.
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Not only ratcheting but reversing. I didn't realize any of the HF brands were reversing.My 1/2" ratcheting wrench gave up the ghost on Sat, I haven’t had a Matco dealer in years it wasn't reversing so instead of going $500+ for a SO set I figured I would give HF a try, they have a length advantage over Tekton
It was a little traumatic but it's been done.
I don't think any of the Icon stuff is the flip-style.
I dislike flip-style because two or three times I've been an airhead and didn't have the clearance I thought and put myself in a bad spot that would be zero issues with a ratcheting wrench with a reverse switch. It has taught me to check how long the bolts are for any alternator I'm removing...
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Very nice .. I have them in metric and have my eye on the SAE set. The ratchet mechanism is strong and reliable. My only complaint is that the larger sizes are almost comically long and didn’t fit in most places I wanted to use them. Of course the upside is added reach and leverage.My 1/2" ratcheting wrench gave up the ghost on Sat, I haven’t had a Matco dealer in years it wasn't reversing so instead of going $500+ for a SO set I figured I would give HF a try, they have a length advantage over Tekton
It was a little traumatic but it's been done.
They’re nice wrenches, I think you’ll like them
I hope so, the last time i bought any thing from HF was at least 40 years, lol.Very nice .. I have them in metric and have my eye on the SAE set. The ratchet mechanism is strong and reliable. My only complaint is that the larger sizes are almost comically long and didn’t fit in most places I wanted to use them. Of course the upside is added reach and leverage.
They’re nice wrenches, I think you’ll like them
Clearance as far as length is a non issue in my job.
Picked up some 1/2" drive deepwell socketsfor the enclosed trailer from Menards.
02Xterra
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Broke my 1/4" x 2" long wobble a while back, finally got around to emailing SK about a warranty claim. Just had to pay $4 shipping. Not sure if this is NOS or a new one, but it's USA at least
And you touched it with that warning?Broke my 1/4" x 2" long wobble a while back, finally got around to emailing SK about a warranty claim. Just had to pay $4 shipping. Not sure if this is NOS or a new one, but it's USA at least
Ohio Andy
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He doesn't live in California...
I think that only applies in Califruitia..
Beerhippie
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Just don't swallow or inhale it and you're fine.
He doesn't live in California...
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Kasal
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15mm Tekton wrench and Unior 1/4 torx 7mm socket
Mine's been used on an engine swap and two clutch replacements. Really handy piece of gearGrabbed a 2 ton engine hoist off of marketplace. I'm going to be assembling a 4 post lift in my other bay soon, so it will be helpful for that. But it was also just a good excuse to buy one. Probably not for ever pulling an engine (I hope) but useful for a lot of other random stuff.
Smokeshow69
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And you felt the need to have everyone look at your junk in the process why? Did you not have any flat surface you could lay that on to take a picture?So nice just walking into store for a tool warranty
Never mind this guy. Nice tool!
CHI_Tool&Die
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I thought this was @BlakeTheCarGuy at first and I was like damn, Blake’s ballin’ now with that watch.So nice just walking into store for a tool warranty
The automotive version of the MegaPro uses standard bits.
They put this on the walls at restaurants that have French fries/fried food. Last time at In N Out the line was still down the street.
He doesn't live in California...
Don't worry, we don't pay attention to it either.
BobsYourUncle69
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Today's budget orientated tool buy :
-Sacrificial $4 needle nose Pliers -Ocean state joblot
-$40 edge trimmer -Aldi
-$12 precision screw driver set , I walked past this one until I noticed it had small size nut drivers which I often wish i had so grabbed it
-Sacrificial $4 needle nose Pliers -Ocean state joblot
-$40 edge trimmer -Aldi
-$12 precision screw driver set , I walked past this one until I noticed it had small size nut drivers which I often wish i had so grabbed it
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LeonardY
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This is scary. I got anyway.
four.cycle
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@LeonardY - another member here recently acquired one of those DeWalt cordless pruners and said it was the bomb.
I think I talked a lady into buying one about a week ago down at Agri-Shop - she was vacillating about some loppers.
I'm old school and still using the long-handled models, but those look like just the ticket for us old guys.
Be interested in hearing your report after you get it dirty.
My new "TEKTON" DBA93100 bit kit was waiting for me at the post office:
TEKTON DBA93100 97 piece 4mm Precision Bit Driver and Bit Set with Case
Tekton will need to do a better job of packing the item for shipment. My package was crushed, which knocked everything out of kilter. It took some monkeying around and a few dozen zip/unzip cycles to get it to work correctly.
You gotta put it into a box, guys - the padded envelope isn't withstanding the ravages of your carriers.
Nice case. Nylon zipper. Hope the zipper is of decent quality.
The bits are sorted by type and there are separate holders for each. They are easily removed from the tray. The drive tool is also easily removed. The drive tool is magnetic, and did retain the bit even with some serious shaking.
The bits are tiny little things. This is for "techie" stuff that I really don't do. I'm guessing my buddy will love this for working on computers and the other electronic gizmos he fiddles with.
Price of admission is $50 bucks. (includes shipping direct from Tekton.)
More later after buddy has a chance to play with it. I belive it was the little "T6" bit he needed - he had some little widget he was supposed to repair for a client.
I think I talked a lady into buying one about a week ago down at Agri-Shop - she was vacillating about some loppers.
I'm old school and still using the long-handled models, but those look like just the ticket for us old guys.
Be interested in hearing your report after you get it dirty.
My new "TEKTON" DBA93100 bit kit was waiting for me at the post office:
TEKTON DBA93100 97 piece 4mm Precision Bit Driver and Bit Set with Case
Tekton will need to do a better job of packing the item for shipment. My package was crushed, which knocked everything out of kilter. It took some monkeying around and a few dozen zip/unzip cycles to get it to work correctly.
You gotta put it into a box, guys - the padded envelope isn't withstanding the ravages of your carriers.
Nice case. Nylon zipper. Hope the zipper is of decent quality.
The bits are sorted by type and there are separate holders for each. They are easily removed from the tray. The drive tool is also easily removed. The drive tool is magnetic, and did retain the bit even with some serious shaking.
The bits are tiny little things. This is for "techie" stuff that I really don't do. I'm guessing my buddy will love this for working on computers and the other electronic gizmos he fiddles with.
Price of admission is $50 bucks. (includes shipping direct from Tekton.)
More later after buddy has a chance to play with it. I belive it was the little "T6" bit he needed - he had some little widget he was supposed to repair for a client.
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LeonardY
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I have my long handled ones too. But they are hard to get into tight spaces. I also watched the Lady of the Garden struggle with the long handle ones. And struggle in general with the pruning shears. I did grab a short handled one that was my dad's but it's pretty limited on the size of the branch that it can cut.I'm old school and still using the long-handled models, but those look like just the ticket for us old guys.
I will certainly let you know how they work.
Maybe that IS his flat surface?
I thought this was @BlakeTheCarGuy at first and I was like damn, Blake’s ballin’ now with that watch.
Not gonna lie: Until I read this (and went back to confirm), I completely thought that WAS @BlakeTheCarGuy... But, to Blake's credit, his pics typically stop at thigh level and don't include the dreaded crotch shot that seems to trigger a bunch of people.
Mike
CHI_Tool&Die
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Small but pricey Snap-on Wednesday. The 1/2” locking extensions are beefy and heavy. These three are going to now be the only 1/2” extensions I use at work. I kinda figured it would be the best of both worlds, locking and the right sizes. I got a free beach towel with those bad boys. 
The small curved pry bar is also going to work. I want to see how well it compares to my Wilde bars. I’m still looking for something with a more forgiving handle as it really ***** pounding on stuff and feeling the hard plastic vibrate the whole time. Hopefully the Snappys are better. I already know I like how the end flares out to add some better slip resistance and hand protection.
The scrapers…I haven’t decided if I want to keep them for the house or work. I wish one of the blades flexed but overall they are pretty nice. I don’t know if they’d see more use at work or home. I guess I’ll play it by ear and see.
The small curved pry bar is also going to work. I want to see how well it compares to my Wilde bars. I’m still looking for something with a more forgiving handle as it really ***** pounding on stuff and feeling the hard plastic vibrate the whole time. Hopefully the Snappys are better. I already know I like how the end flares out to add some better slip resistance and hand protection.
The scrapers…I haven’t decided if I want to keep them for the house or work. I wish one of the blades flexed but overall they are pretty nice. I don’t know if they’d see more use at work or home. I guess I’ll play it by ear and see.
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66HertzClone
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I bought one of those and the small chain saw that uses the same battery, it is scary, I tried it out on some thorny vines that cover virtually all of my property that isn't planted grass.This is scary. I got anyway.
LeonardY
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I've had the chainsaw too. I like it.
66HertzClone
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Good to hear, I have the EGO pole saw and extension for it which made it really useful, considering buying another extension so I can get it a bit higher. I'm annoyed by the placement of the unlock switch on the Dewalt chainsaw, being left handed it is going to be a pain to use. I guess I will need to train myself to use it right handed.
captain14
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We don’t have any old guys on this thread. We are all veterans, seasoned and experienced guys. We do know some old guys.
There is a GJ member here who works for Tekton that posts here. Hopefully they will see your suggestion. They have always been able to answer my questions when I call prior to placing an order.
four.cycle
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^ I'm sending them the feedback directly and the URL to the posts so they can follow the comments if they so wish. I think that "bit set" will most likely be a hit with the "techie" guys. Nice that they allowed some "blank spaces" in there for extra pieces to be added. Might be something they might want to consider on that "Small Engine Kit" they introduced last month, although space limitations might not allow for that.
I don't see any reason why a U.S. based company (Tekton) can't take and hold onto some market share that's now divvied up among a LOT of offshore players: Wiha, Wera, Vessel, etc. It's just a matter of building a better mousetrap.
I don't see any reason why a U.S. based company (Tekton) can't take and hold onto some market share that's now divvied up among a LOT of offshore players: Wiha, Wera, Vessel, etc. It's just a matter of building a better mousetrap.
four.cycle
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The hands begin to say otherwise after a while.
(And yesterday was my birthday, so I'm feeling particularly old today.
)Happy belated!The hands begin to say otherwise after a while.
(And yesterday was my birthday, so I'm feeling particularly old today.
I wanted the "original". Since the original of something is always the best
Lang hose removal tool set
Happy belated birthday!