rockinacummins
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You're lucky. I've sent numerous emails trying to get a catalog and find out more info about certain products and have yet to get a reply.
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You're lucky. I've sent numerous emails trying to get a catalog and find out more info about certain products and have yet to get a reply.
ihateminimumwage
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Also still available NOS as NAPA through Cripe. Bought a set and much nicer grips than the oversized Crescent handles.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Napa-P900-2PC-Double-X-45-Degree-Pliers-/330778738651?hash=item4d03f2ffdb
Brownsfan
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Same issue with my local Napa's. Little to nothing in stock. If there is stock it's behind the counter collecting dust. They won't let you back there to check it out. So therefore I own zero Carlyle tools. Same thing with Advance Auto and the Gearwrench tools. Always behind the counter but they always have same stuff in stock as all the others. At least my local Advance will let you behind the counter to look closer. So therefore I own some Gearwrench.
alex95eg
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Chris casey is his name, he is the category manager send him an email as he was very helpful and secured me as a customer [email protected]
Fedwrench
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I think it depends if you're shopping at a franchise NAPA or a corporate NAPA store as to how much Carlyle they have.
Parts clerks, well are parts clerks.
a Good one is truly worth their weight in gold but, those are few and far between. I've learned to lower my expectations when dealing with Parts Clerks.One thing that irks the hell out of me whether I'm visiting a booth at AAPEX/SEMA, chatting with a tool truck dealer, or ordering something online, is that no one seems to know their product these days.
From simple questions about battery testers to hand tools, getting a straight answer is harder than one would think especially when talking to a manufacturer's rep.
Anyway, back to Carlyle. My servicing store and area distribution center is well stocked most of the time. Of course, NAPA will list something in the real deals flyer that I want, and no one will have it
I really like the Carlyle tools that I've purchased but, that's just me
Parts clerks, well are parts clerks.
a Good one is truly worth their weight in gold but, those are few and far between. I've learned to lower my expectations when dealing with Parts Clerks.One thing that irks the hell out of me whether I'm visiting a booth at AAPEX/SEMA, chatting with a tool truck dealer, or ordering something online, is that no one seems to know their product these days.From simple questions about battery testers to hand tools, getting a straight answer is harder than one would think especially when talking to a manufacturer's rep.
Anyway, back to Carlyle. My servicing store and area distribution center is well stocked most of the time. Of course, NAPA will list something in the real deals flyer that I want, and no one will have it
I really like the Carlyle tools that I've purchased but, that's just me
If my local NAPA had them in stock and in plain view I probably would have bought one to have in my work bag, but now that I'm comfortably positioned behind my keyboard I'll be looking for a used Dual 80 or Armstrong.
Brownsfan
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That happened to me. They had some of the Snap On knock off cutter/crimper/stripper combo tool and no one in Ohio had them. I think he said the closest was Portland Oregon. He even said that he wouldn't even order them for me.I think it depends if you're shopping at a franchise NAPA or a corporate NAPA store as to how much Carlyle they have.
Parts clerks, well are parts clerks.
From simple questions about battery testers to hand tools, getting a straight answer is harder than one would think especially when talking to a manufacturer's rep.
Anyway, back to Carlyle. My servicing store and area distribution center is well stocked most of the time. Of course, NAPA will list something in the real deals flyer that I want, and no one will have it
I really like the Carlyle tools that I've purchased but, that's just me
alex95eg
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Same problem i had till i talked with a manager and they ordered me one, over paid but thats where the rep came in.
So overall which set is of higher stronger quality do you think, Crescent X2, Carlyle P900, or Gear wrench double X versions??
ihateminimumwage
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The pliers are all identical in every way besides the grips. I definitely prefer the NAPA/Carlyle or Gearwrench with the thinner grips. I have the Crescent set at home, and the handles can just be too bulky when dealing with cramped spaces.
I like that the sockets are snap on replicas almost. They have a pretty decent fit and finish for the price. I bought 1/4-1/2 6 point deep and metric, standard and deep to replace my old craftsman set. I use them professionally now and they've held up so they're a go in my book.
John in OH
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I think this is spot-on regarding the various NAPA stores ... they are not all created equal.
My local NAPA store in Virginia has no Carlyle whatsoever ... nada, zip. They don't even seem interested in ordering anything.
However, my local NAPA in Ohio has a good selection of Carlyle tools (albeit, they are all behind the counter) and what they don't have in stock they can get by the next day, before noon. The counter guys are great and will bring to you and let you fondle any Carlyle stuff you wish. Interestingly, the Evercraft tools are on an open rack in front of the counter so they must not care if the Evercraft gets swiped or not!!
Same problem i had till i talked with a manager and they ordered me one, over paid but thats where the rep came in.
that crimper does not appear to be much cheaper than the Snap-On original it is trying to emulate.
Carlyle CHTWSCCP
Snap-On PWCS7CF
fras_auto
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I HAVE MOSTLY CARLYLE AND EVERYONE HAS THE ONE RATCHET THEY GO FOR NO MATTER WHAT AND MINE IS THE CARYLE R38 BEST FEELING RATCHET I HAVE EVER USED AND VERY TOUGH I PICKED UP MY 2004 SILVERADO WITH IT USING A JACK TO BUST THE CALIPER BOLTS LOOSE
fras_auto
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i have the the 1/2 in click style and its on par with my Snap on and is much smoother
First post on the forum and I made my first Carlyle purchase so this seemed like as good a place as any to start. I'm a bit miffed that the precision screwdriver set has magnetic tips but I should be able to find some use for them. The sockets appear excellent. Much nicer than the Craftsman set I've been making do with and at least on the level with the few older SK sockets I have.
The tips look about right, though it's difficult to tell from such a poor quality photograph. I guess the magnetic tips might come in handy for eyeglasses and such. I won't be getting them too close to any electronics...
The socket photos turned out much better! I really like the radius on the edges and I think that the mid-depth form factor will come in handy. The metric set should be in tomorrow and I'll have a look at the quality of the knurling.
The tips look about right, though it's difficult to tell from such a poor quality photograph. I guess the magnetic tips might come in handy for eyeglasses and such. I won't be getting them too close to any electronics...
The socket photos turned out much better! I really like the radius on the edges and I think that the mid-depth form factor will come in handy. The metric set should be in tomorrow and I'll have a look at the quality of the knurling.
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KnurledNut
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Anyone get their soft grip ratchet handles replaced?
Sam'sAutoParts
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Just got this set this week.
Nope, the 1/4" ratchet I got last year has been my go to, and the handle still looks nearly new
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Fedwrench
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No, mine are still going strong after a couple of years which is good because, I don't think they're replaceable.
Trey T
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I was gonna replace my Craftsman Pro wrench set for some SO Flanks until I visited NAPA yesterday. I'm impressed with their wrench design, it's basically a SO Flank knock-off. I might consider the Carlyle wrench set instead of the SO Flanks. Their product line also huge ...
jo4gj
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Ok so can some one tell me how there combo wrenches and ratchets have held up? I was going to buy a 1/4 ratchet the one made by craftsman is 72 teeth about 40. Not much more I could by the Carlyle so I want a little info b4 I buy. Also I want to know if the nonslip on the wrenches actually work good or just for looks
Been using the Carlyle 3/8" quick release and the 3/8"stubby ratchets for a few months. The only complaint I have would be that they ship very dry on lube. Few drops of super lube and good to go. Also bought the 3/8" mid depth sockets and really like them, fit and finish are great and the stamping is nice and heavy.
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the wrenches are about the best you can buy for taiwan made.
as for the ratchets, ive never used the carlyle, but i would buy it over the craftsman, just off of reviews on this site. unless you are trying to keep things matching buying the craftsman.
jo4gj
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jo4gj
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Hey what is super lube. I would just google but afraid what might come up lol
Where can I purchase it at ?
jo4gj
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Dose napa not just replace the whole ratchet?
Sam'sAutoParts
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bsaint
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72 dollars? Really?
https://www.napaonline.com/p/CHQR14S100#
https://www.napaonline.com/p/CHQR14S100#
I would really like some Carlyle tools, ive seen some reviews on youtube of the ratchets and spanners. Gotta say they look good quality. Unfortunately over here in England they are hard to purchase without importing from US and then they become as much as say SO or Mac tools because of postage and import dutys.