Pass through ratchet
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I have the Gearwrench. This was something I thought I'd use a few times a year, but I've had it 5+ years and only used it once, and I could've gotten by without it. Still, it's nice and does work well if you're convinced you want one.
Edit- I think it was $50-60 when I bought it, maybe on a price drop on Amazon.
Edit- I think it was $50-60 when I bought it, maybe on a price drop on Amazon.
mark-NJ
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Can I jump in and ask a semi-off-topic question?
I, too, have been thinking about a pass-through set. I don't typically buy "cheap tools", but I'm also not in the mood for Snap-On, etc., as I'm not making my living with these. As such, the HF set for $25 caught my eye.
Here's my question: the socket end that goes into the wrench...i.e. the "drive end": is that a standard dimension? In other words, if I buy the HF set and decide to get a better ratchet down the line, will it be compatible with the HF sockets?
Thanks!
I, too, have been thinking about a pass-through set. I don't typically buy "cheap tools", but I'm also not in the mood for Snap-On, etc., as I'm not making my living with these. As such, the HF set for $25 caught my eye.
Here's my question: the socket end that goes into the wrench...i.e. the "drive end": is that a standard dimension? In other words, if I buy the HF set and decide to get a better ratchet down the line, will it be compatible with the HF sockets?
Thanks!
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LB-1911
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Which Pass Thru/Go Through Sockets/Ratchets Swap/Interchange?
Added 12 Aug 24: The main point of this thread is if you need to replace/add something and you cannot get it from the brand you have, you might find it under another brand. Also there might be NOS on Ebay or Cripe Distributing. An example: last year I needed to replace Craftsman (Sears) 3/8...
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Kurt4440
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Armstrong Eliminator - new old stock
Gearwrench
Harbor Freight
They all work, however, they don't get much use now as I am working on other types of projects.
Gearwrench
Harbor Freight
They all work, however, they don't get much use now as I am working on other types of projects.
mark-NJ
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Thanks. So that's a "no"!
Which Pass Thru/Go Through Sockets/Ratchets Swap/Interchange?
Added 12 Aug 24: The main point of this thread is if you need to replace/add something and you cannot get it from the brand you have, you might find it under another brand. Also there might be NOS on Ebay or Cripe Distributing. An example: last year I needed to replace Craftsman (Sears) 3/8...
Yes, the "drive end" is a standard 3/4" (19mm) hex, and the spring ball retention mechanism for each socket is part of the socket itself, so no special ratchet or wrench is necessary. HF pass through sockets can be popped into any 3/4" (19mm) combination wrench or ratchet wrench you likely already have. I attach my HF pass through sockets to a Williams 19mm reversible flex head ratcheting box wrench most of the time.
WWheeler
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Bought mine at a garage sale 5 years or so ago, and it's been super useful on a handful of occasions. I keep it in the truck as it's a small kit that can do a lot.
It's a Craftsman 80px Max Axess Socket Set that has 1/4" and 3/8" pass-through sockets. The two extensions also double as pass-thru shafts for the screwdriver handle, and it has a set of hex and torx bits that fit them too.
It's a Craftsman 80px Max Axess Socket Set that has 1/4" and 3/8" pass-through sockets. The two extensions also double as pass-thru shafts for the screwdriver handle, and it has a set of hex and torx bits that fit them too.
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retDAC
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Agree if you are indeed going to get both sizes, GearWrench is probably your best bet in today's market.
They no longer list 1/2 inch drive: https://www.paperturn-view.com/us/apex-tool-group-naht/gw-catalog-book?pid=NjY66929&p=203&v=9.50
retDAC
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Not necessarily. You have to pick another brand that uses the same drive style and size.Thanks. So that's a "no"!
I have the Gearwrench flex head sets in 1/4" and 3/8" drive.
Main uses are super low profile ratchet, sure ratcheting box wrenches can work but this has a longer more comfy handle and behaves like a regular socket wrench. And the other use is when you have those nuts over studs with a hex in the end (think end links or strut mounts), you can pass a bit socket up the middle and still get a good grip on the thing.
Main uses are super low profile ratchet, sure ratcheting box wrenches can work but this has a longer more comfy handle and behaves like a regular socket wrench. And the other use is when you have those nuts over studs with a hex in the end (think end links or strut mounts), you can pass a bit socket up the middle and still get a good grip on the thing.
Pinemarten
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I have the Harbor Freight 3/8 go thru socket set. I don't use it very often, but it comes in handy sometimes. I can't justify a more expensive set for my needs.
619DioFan
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I also have the HF set. Not used everyday but works well when needed.
I have the Duralast, which is the same as the crescent, and is compatible with gear wrench pass through sockets. It's been a lifesaver when I actually needed it. If you are looking for a pass through socket set, and don't mind not being able to use the sockets with a regular ratchet, or a wrench, go with the gear wrench 1/4 & 3/8 set.
GEARWRENCH 46 Pc. 1/4" & 3/8" Drive 6 Pt. Pass-Thru Mechanics Tool Set, SAE/Metric - 8946 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HBAHNM/?tag=atomicindus08-20
GEARWRENCH 46 Pc. 1/4" & 3/8" Drive 6 Pt. Pass-Thru Mechanics Tool Set, SAE/Metric - 8946 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HBAHNM/?tag=atomicindus08-20