paul2112
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Northern tools has several item on sale now,,,,,http://www.northerntool.com/shop/to...CODE=DAL&om_rid=AAa-NJ&om_mid=_BTC1CYB84ZRmqr
Astro split box ratcheting wrench set
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toolmuchtool
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Thanks, paul2112 I just ordered one. About $15.00 USPS (20) business days on slow boat to Hawaii vs $30.00 2 day UPS. I took the slow boat to (paradise) LOL to keep total cost down. Thanks Again 
quattroJoe
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Thanks paul, ordered with free ship to store. This site is going to make me go broke!
ActAppalled
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I might have to pick a set up. For comparison Amazon has the same set for $87 plus shipping.
Trey T
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Is there something unique about this tool that one should own?
GIJoe4500
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Its a ratcheting wrench that opens up, so you can put it around brake lines, and stuff like that. Basically any place that would normally require an open end wrench.
Think fluid/hydraulic lines, something with a fastener requiring a lot of turns, but with poor access.
Flare nut wrench territory.
Check out the 2nd/3rd/4th pics on the amazon page (left of the main pic):
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002Z2Z7YU/?tag=atomicindus08-20
hmm looks like they have been discontinued from the manufacturer.
Flare nut wrench territory.
Check out the 2nd/3rd/4th pics on the amazon page (left of the main pic):
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002Z2Z7YU/?tag=atomicindus08-20
hmm looks like they have been discontinued from the manufacturer.
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Ign
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Some info here, they were on sale for $24 just ~3 months ago:
http://garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=82647
http://garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=82647
They don't ratchet like a normal ratchet wrench, they just slip in the reverse direction to engage the next corner of the 12pt box end. So they'd have a 30 degree swing.
Ok thanks!
Not wild about a 12 point design for a flare nut. Would worry about stripping fuel lines or brake lines. Probably okay for working on water heaters or plumbing in the house, but not sure about automotive use with that 12 point. I think I'll stick with old school flare nut wrenches. The pics on Amazon look like the guy is working on some kind of water heater or furnace or something.
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nicksnothereman
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CRMO.
Holy schnikes those are probably good wrenches.
I got too many wrenches as is. No dice northern tool. Thank God for their insane shipping prices and the fact that they are 12 point. I wouldn't be able to resist 6 point if they are able to mfg with the same design.nicksnothereman
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Probably the same way that snap-ons don't actually snap or craftsman makes mechanical tools or gearwrench makes wrenches that don't ratchet.
bcradio
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Nothing... Why?
Damn, I'm so tempted to get them just because, but I can't see using them over a flare wrench. If you work with applications that require flare wrenches every day, then I could definitely see the value. Especially if you work on stuff that isn't rusted.
Astro_Pneumatic_Tools
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If i can provide any info or insight, please don't hesitate to direct message me!
Astro_Pneumatic_Tools
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Unfortunately, this item is on it's way out the door.
We do have a good amount in our inventory, but as of now a replacement has not been put in place.
Also, thanks for the welcome. Its my pleasure to be here!
quattroJoe
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Just picked mine up from NT tonight. Haven't gotten a chance to put them to use yet, but after playing around with them they seem to be pretty nice. The split/slip design that allows them to ratchet is interesting, I'm anxious to see how well it works in real world use. I've been satisfied with my last few AP purchases though, and for $22 I don't think I'll be disappointed with these wrenches either.
Ign
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Just a guess, but I used to see the Imperials long before AP was marketing these. Thus I'd suspect these were private labeled by AP and the Imperials will still be available, albeit at a much higher price. And of course GW has their own version of a ratcheting flare now.
moparfreak
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I know it's a super old thread, but I have these (picked up a northern tool clearance sale similar to what was advertised), got the for around $30 if I recall, and they are really nice. I don't go to them all too often but for working in crowded engine bays on line nuts (brake, AC, steering, etc) it's come in handy, for sure. For some reason I could only ever find the metric set. If there ever was an SAE set I'd get one.