Ring Nose/Hose Pliers

[bbs lm-r]

Any positive/negative thoughts on the pliers linked below, or other suggestions welcome.

Gearwrench 82107 Double-X Hose Pliers I want to believe this set is worth the money but Gearwrench has left an unsatisfactory impression on me lately.

Sunex 3704 Slip-Joint Hose Pliers I like the idea, but are these a gimmick for than a tool?

Tekton 34435 Hose Plier These are cheap enough that I may buy them regardless, just don't have experience with Tekton.

 

[hunterguy86]

This might be a stupid question, but what the heck are those for?

 

[stage20]

I have mac tools branded set and they are very handy as far as the hose pliers. I have 5/8 and 5/16 eye. I often use them for removing spark plug wires more than hoses. I've only used the long cutters one time but I have them for insurance reasons.

 

[bbs lm-r]

I have mac tools branded set and they are very handy as far as the hose pliers. I have 5/8 and 5/16 eye. I often use them for removing spark plug wires more than hoses. I've only used the long cutters one time but I have them for insurance reasons.

Happen to know the part #'s?

 

[ihateminimumwage]

Happen to know the part #'s?

I just got the MAC pliers through their closeout page for $15 each. They are China built and not very nice, but function great. Used the hell out of them today pulling fuel hose off of barbed fittings.

Hopefully this link will work:
http://www.mactools.com/en-us/Close...01379249/16-Python-Long-Reach-Gripping-Pliers

 

[bbs lm-r]

I can't think of any useful benefit to having slip joints on hose pliers (like the Sunex). I would stck with a fixed joint if I were you. A little bit narrower profile and a lot less wobble/play in the hinge. Beyond that it's pretty much down to personal preference, the overall length you want, and how much quality you are willing to pay for.

Initially I saw them as a 4-sizes-in-2 type of deal, but I can see them being cumbersome, which in the end is counter-productive.

 

[90zcar]

I've never owned a pair of these and never had a thought "man those would help me right now"
Anyone care to tell me how these really help? I'm always interested in tools I don't own!!


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[theoldwizard1]

I have the HF version. Definitely worth the money especially if you work on small engines ! They would probably work okay on vacuum hoses, but I think the big ones are still to small for heater hoses.

 

[purplezr2]

I just got the MAC pliers through their closeout page for $15 each. They are China built and not very nice, but function great. Used the hell out of them today pulling fuel hose off of barbed fittings.

Hopefully this link will work:
http://www.mactools.com/en-us/Close...01379249/16-Python-Long-Reach-Gripping-Pliers

I almost can't buy them cause I hate snakes and they are titled Python

 

[619DioFan]

I use the HF version. for the small amount they cost are worth it. use them on hard to reach vac and fuel lines , spark plug wires. have even used them on hard to reach electrical connecters ( the type you need to squeeze the tab in to get it off a sensor )

 

[stage20]

Happen to know the part #'s?

i dont have them on me. mine are pythons so that mac link is probably a good current number for them.

i think my long cutters are proto now that i think about it. (same tool under mac im sure) proto prob cheaper for same thing.

 

[90zcar]

Here is a link to the harbor freight ones. Does anyone else have the hf ones and wants to chime in
http://m.harborfreight.com/3-piece-...ragejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=185231





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[90zcar]

Did a little more research and I'm finding some negative reviews from old posts on here about the hf ones. Of course this is to be expected on here. I'll find out for myself this Saturday when I go. I'll open the pack and check the fit and finish. $15 isn't much money but it's enough that I'm not gonna buy them for the hell of it if they appear to be not up to my expectations or higher


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[bbs lm-r]

Did a little more research and I'm finding some negative reviews from old posts on here about the hf ones. Of course this is to be expected on here. I'll find out for myself this Saturday when I go. I'll open the pack and check the fit and finish. $15 isn't much money but it's enough that I'm not gonna buy them for the hell of it if they appear to be not up to my expectations or higher


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I'm not surprised, but I'll be interested to hear your opinion.

 

[GTA Matt]

I have the gearwrench and sunex sets pictures, and the knipex version of the tekton pictured. All work great, the sunex set certainly doesn't feel as refined, but they work fine. The gearwrench set is fantastic.

 

[mrvm]

Here is a link to the harbor freight ones

Based on the pics, the fit and finish ain't great but they should be good enough when dealing with stuck hoses or otherwise relatively light-medium duty use. For $15 may consider them worthy for the "box"after checking them out

 

[Fedwrench]

The sunex set is an imported version of the older Kal US made set. They can actually be quite handy. Often when fighting with hoses, fuel filters, spark plug boots or whatever else you're working on, the thin nose versions don't have enough strength and bend or snap. The sunex set is definitely beefier.

The Harbor freight set is decent on sale with a coupon. They just aren't pretty, finished well, have matched jaws, or are even bent at the same angle. However, they work and get the job at hand done.

 

[90zcar]

Well I went to harbor freight today and for the first time I found something that just plain isn't sold at my local hf store.
The 3 piece ring nose pliers set is not sold at mine. Are these an online item only??


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[mrvm]

The 3 piece ring nose pliers set is not sold at mine. Are these an online item only

Not sold at my local HF either but probably for the best. The other HF pliers had terrible quality control and I'm tired of crappy tools no matter how cheap that look like **** even for a limited use hand tool. Passing and sticking with a higher quality Channellock or Knipex.

 

[90zcar]

Yeah I understand. I only own one type of hf pliers and they are the center clip pliers.
When I bought them the joint rivet was loose as hell and the jaws didn't line up front side to side. I ended up welding a bolt head in place of the rivet and ground the jaws down straight
They work awesome now and for the price I can't complain after 20 minutes of work


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[404]

Here is a link to the harbor freight ones. Does anyone else have the hf ones and wants to chime in
http://m.harborfreight.com/3-piece-...ragejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=185231





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Yes I have them and love them. Used for hoses and those pesky electrical connector latches as others have said. Mine have rusted but I really don't care. Might be from getting them wet when pulling heater hoses. I also use these when de soldering copper pipe and fittings for reuse. The claw fits over (giving 4 point contact) and into (grabbing inside past the edge) the fitting end allowing disassembly without crushing the hot copper fitting.

 

[dalehsc]

I use the HF version. for the small amount they cost are worth it. use them on hard to reach vac and fuel lines , spark plug wires. have even used them on hard to reach electrical connecters ( the type you need to squeeze the tab in to get it off a sensor )

I too was at the Harbour freight store in Bangor ,Maine,.....not in stock! Another use for them is holding a nut when welding the nut to a broken bolt.(that's why I needed a new pair........somehow the jaws got welded to a nut)

 

[mrvm]

Found a version in the store with black handles for $14.99 but had to search for a decent set. Gave up after observing bad gaps and poor fit/finish. Might consider them next time with a 20% coupon for that good alternative use suggestion: holding copper pipe fittings.

 

[90zcar]

So u found those where the engine tools are?? I checked over there thinking maybe they would be n couldn't find them


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[racin72charger]

I use them for getting those plastic fuel quick connects on gm fuel systems. Very handy tool.

 

[mrvm]

So u found those where the engine tools are?? I checked over there thinking maybe they would be n couldn't find them

Yes found them in the "engine" section. I may pick up a set with the 20% coupon because it should be worth at least $12

 

[BDT/NWMN]

Bought the HF set maybe 5 years ago... I picked the best set from the litter; as some looked rather crudely made... They don't get used where allot of strength is needed, but do make good finger extensions for reaching and aligning parts.. I have found them to be handy, and have no regrets in buying them..

 

[ajchien]

I have the sunex version. I would really consider the double x gear wrench ones if I were to buy them again.

Given the long length of the pliers, it's amazing how far you have to open the handles to be able to get the pliers over some hoses. Sometimes you don't have the room to open them up.

 

[methomas70]

Passing and sticking with a higher quality Channellock or Knipex.

Does CHANNELLOCK make a version of these?

I looked at their website and couldn't find anything.

Seems hard to believe Channellock wouldn't make them.

 

[Ratchet Guy]

use this for pulling out spark plug wires from a VW 2.0 AEG and ABA engine, very nice extension for my finger, those wires are hard to take off and requires delicate way of remove, the actual sparkplug puller cost so much and hard to find locally, and this was perfect for a replacement.

 

[mrvm]

Does CHANNELLOCK make a version of these?

I looked at their website and couldn't find anything.

I got an 8" Knipex but for the limited use they will be used for I picked up the HF 11" trio for about $12 with coupon. QC ain't great but they are cheap and will get the job done. All the affordable ones seem to be imported all from the same factory.

 

[90zcar]

I haven't had a set for this long and have been fine so I don't feel the need to get much more than the hf set


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[Fedwrench]

When it comes to the long length hose pliers, there are few alternatives to the PRC made versions unless you want to spend big bucks on a truck brand but, most of the truck brands are imported too.
There are some nicely done versions that won't break the bank, just shop around.

 

[superautobacs]

I have the sunex version. I would really consider the double x gear wrench ones if I were to buy them again.

Given the long length of the pliers, it's amazing how far you have to open the handles to be able to get the pliers over some hoses. Sometimes you don't have the room to open them up.

Precisely why I got the double X version (the overall opening capacity is reduced though):

 

[90zcar]

UPDATE!!!
so I was back at harbor freight today to pick up something and I was in the engine section and I look up to see the pliers set!!

So anyone looking for a set u need to go in the auto engine section. Not the pliers section



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[dnschmidt]

I've never used them to remove a hose. However, they are invaluable for removing electrical connectors on cars where you have to depress a lock. Probably a use that the designer never even thought about.

 

[90zcar]

So I got a set today. About $12 for the 3 pack.
Honestly don't know why they need 3. Would probably be able to get away with just using the middle sized ones. The pack says they are 3/8, 1/2, and 3/4"

There was only 2 packs left in the store so I picked the best pack. I may take the flap wheel to the edges near the joint river as it has little sharp corners.




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[maico]

I've got the Gedore Austria ones

 

[theoldwizard1]

So I got a set today. About $12 for the 3 pack.

Those look a little nicer than the ones I bought fro HF a couple of years ago.

If you store your tools in your garage, apply some Fluid Film. They seem to rust quickly.

 

[90zcar]

Yeah I was very impressed with the quality of that particular set. The jaws line up very nicely. I was in there a month or so ago and they had about 6 sets I looked through and they all looked rough.

Where do u all find this "fluid film" locally at?


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