Recent content by glewisme

They are pretty nice. At least the 3/8 locking flex head.

My 3/8 Matco locking flex head ( 12 3/4 inch) green soft grip handle has a crack at the bolt hole. Does anyone know if it is available as a part? If so what os the part number ? I just spent almost 2 hours on the Matco site with no luck..

I used SuperLube oil, and about 2 drops of synthetic brake parts lube ( tip of 1/8 screwdiver )to cure my issues. Just oil alone didn't work. I found the brake parts lube to be thin enough to keep the pawl from binding.

Oh yeah have all three drive sizes, as well as the professional flex head small body (1/4 dr) 3/8. What a sweet ratchet it is. Very small and butter smooth.

I was so disappointed for a couple of years with it. About a week ago for S&G's I took it apart again recleaned it and lubed with that concoction and so far so good. I grew up using the old SK ratchets and I love them, so I was so pissed at the LP90 until now.

I've had my 3/8 flex head LP90 for quite some time. I was disappointed with it's performance for a long time. Selector switch and pawl locking up etc. After multiple rebuilds ( pain in the *** with fat fingers) I finally figured out a lube combination that has made it nearly flawless. I was...

No just my father's old one I'm keeping since he passed away.

Hey all new to GJ . I've used this site before as a reference for some of my antique tools. I'm a DIY ( worked in shops prior ) do all my own work from small engines to autos to industrial maintenance . Nice to meet you all.