Sink installation tool by Ridgid

[nbpt100]

Has anyone use one of these tools and if so what do you think of it.?

I like the idea. Reminds me of an inner tie rod tool. Must be a time saver in tight cabinets. However, I am not thrilled that most of it is plastic.

https://www.ridgid.com/us/en/faucet-and-sink-installer

 

[cashishift]

They work - I wish it was all metal.

 

[LXCam]

I'd like to have had one a couple weeks back. Went to change out a very ole faucet in the front bathroom and those plastic wing nuts were completely corroded on. Couldn't get up in there with channel locks so I took some 1-1/4" tubing and cut notches in it so I could do my thing. I'd say that looks pretty handy to have around if you do this stuff much.

 

[dnschmidt]

I have the previous all metal model. Don't think the plastic matters much as you're not going to exert a tremendous amount of torque on the plastic nuts anyway. Mine works great and I'm glad I have it.

 

[chrisexv6]

I just picked this up in hopes it would help with my pedestal sink faucet install. But of course, the Grohe valves have their feed to the spout coming out of the side of the valve, so the tool can clear to the nut for the handle but it cant turn it because the output is in the way.

I have never had a setup that this tool has worked with. I honestly dont know how a plumber would install a faucet on my pedestal sink....a normal basin wrench doesnt have enough room to open and grip the nuts for the handles.

 

[catron44]

I've got that exact one and it has been very helpful when dealing with newer plastic nuts.

 

[nbpt100]

I just picked this up in hopes it would help with my pedestal sink faucet install. But of course, the Grohe valves have their feed to the spout coming out of the side of the valve, so the tool can clear to the nut for the handle but it cant turn it because the output is in the way.

I have never had a setup that this tool has worked with. I honestly dont know how a plumber would install a faucet on my pedestal sink....a normal basin wrench doesnt have enough room to open and grip the nuts for the handles.

Those feeds coming out the sides may now be easier for an open end wrench. Am I right?
Try a crows foot on the basin nuts.

I've got that exact one and it has been very helpful when dealing with newer plastic nuts.

That is mostly what I want it for when there is little space. On the older hex nuts this tool may not fit.

I did read the review where the writer said he still prefers a basin wrench for the water lines.

In general Specialty tools work really good for the specific situation they are designed for but never cover everything. Murphy's Law sometimes comes into play.

 

[Eric29]

I have it and have used it. It's very helpful for certain work.

 

[nbpt100]

I just bit the bullet and picked one up at HD. The price was right and I see a few sink jobs in my near future.
I did see the Ridgid one stop wrench on the rack. I have a set of line wrenches or sometimes called flair nut wrenches that could do the same. The other end of the tool is just a shaft to fit in the hole and use as a cheater bar.
You could use a screw driver or an adjustable wrench on the hex to get extra leverage. If needed.
Thanks for all of the input.

 

[mires]

I'm a plumber and use it ALL the time. Remove and install tub drains, install basket strainers, turn stuck angle stops, install faucets etc. I've used the hell out of it and wouldn't be without it now.

 

[cooljoe57]

I just bought one this morning to replace an old sink. Same problem the plastic nuts were caked in mineral deposits and wouldn't budge. This tool got them off in seconds, well worth the $20.00 at home depot.

 

[59 wagon man]

use it more then my basin wrench. you can feel it twist but 2 yrs now and it still works