Snap ring pliers
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Steevo
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Try using links to the pliers, so people don't have to go look them up to see what you are asking about.
Oh, and for most of them, you can usually buy the same snap-ring pliers from other sources for less money than getting them through Snap-on, who just gets them from someone else and puts their name on them..
Oh, and for most of them, you can usually buy the same snap-ring pliers from other sources for less money than getting them through Snap-on, who just gets them from someone else and puts their name on them..
JJThrasher
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I'd get the SRPC107 because I'd rather have and not need than need and not have.
As for the SRP400A, if you're rebuilding transmissions you'll definitely want a set.
As for the SRP400A, if you're rebuilding transmissions you'll definitely want a set.
ken w.
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I have quite a few snap ring pliers. I'd shop around for the best price and quality.I know that the truck tool compamy don't make their own as stated above.They are alway's on Ebayfor reasonable prices if you are patient.I bought most of mine one at a time as I needed them.
I have the PRH406 convertible set from Snap-on. They are great but I had to buy some larger sizes for big truck work. The SR400 miniature set from Mac is handy for tiny ones too. I know the Snap-on set is available in another brand. Not sure who... The Mac mini set is probably too.
Basskiller
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I believe that Stride is the OEM for the snap ring pliers.
haha thats my motto!
Im not sure. Im in school right now. I had manual ****** class. we took apart and put together old ford 4 spds, idk if it was the teacher not helping us much (cause he didnt really know what he was doing in the shop. not joking lol I liked him and learned a lot from him like power flow in the gears, but other students hated him and didnt wanna learn anything from him. that was his last semester teaching there unfortunately) or what, but the only part that seemed difficult or confusing was the pressing off and on of the gears and syncrhos and stuff. Getting them in order and in the right place.
Well as for price, Im in the student program so prices arent too bad for lifetime professional tools. Like SRPC105 is 62, compared to regular price of 110. Thanks for looking out though! I look for the best deals above all lol.
Interesting set. 18 and 90 degrees. How come you got those over the regular forged convertible set like the ones I posted? Easier or faster to switch to Internal/Ex?
That Mac mini set is cool! pretty cheap too, only 26: http://www.mactools.com/shoponline/product/tabid/120/p-320143-4-pc-mini-snap-ring-pliers-set.aspx
What have you used those on? Would those be perfect for ratchet snap rings?
It was the most different sizes in a set at the time I was shopping. They are easy to switch. I have a few larger ones in Mac and they aren't bad to switch but these are easy. I use the small Mac set on gas powered drill gearboxes etc... Small equipment or ratchets I guess.
I have the 7 piece snappy set, I like it and have been very happy with it.i also have a mini snap ring pliers set from matco that came with the student set I got when I finished school.use your discount as much as you can for everything you can, when I finished I thought I had got a deal through matco for a starter master set, I was wrong things broke right away and matco guy was a douche, have changed everything over for snappy and it hasn't been cheap. Man I wish I used my snappy discount when i had it as much as I could!
Conductor562
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Yep. I believe damn near all USA made snap ring pliers are OEM'd by stride. I got the big 12 Pc. Set branded Proto for $75 bucks on eBay a few months back. They're nice pliers. Truth be told, I'd bet the Snap-On's are stride made as well.
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ChevyEFI
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Of those two, I'd go for the SRPC105 because 0 deg. gets everything done I need. Eventually, the 90 degree pairs may come in handy. The convertible pairs posted would be fine in 18deg. too.
SRP400A are fine, but I went from
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-lock-ring-pliers/p-00947386000P to
http://www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/P24A/SNAP-RING-PLIERS/
And have been fine with just those.
SRP400A are fine, but I went from
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-lock-ring-pliers/p-00947386000P to
http://www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/P24A/SNAP-RING-PLIERS/
And have been fine with just those.
MattPersman
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The 7 piece forged set is made by snap on afaik. The last set you show the black ones are nice at times too also made by snap on. The 5 piece set may be made by someone else but unsure
I recommend at least the 7 piece set its very nice
I recommend at least the 7 piece set its very nice
crewchief888
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i never bought a "set" of snap ring pliers.
bought them as needed for specific jobs, way too many tip sizes, and angles needed.
as for the last set linked, i used them often doing gearboxes, planetary drives, and transmissions. my most used pairs were in larger sizes, and the ratcheting type for big snap rings
FWIW
i see (12-14 piece?) sets pop up in pawn shops quite often, mac, matco, proto, most in "as new" condition for $75-$80
bought them as needed for specific jobs, way too many tip sizes, and angles needed.
as for the last set linked, i used them often doing gearboxes, planetary drives, and transmissions. my most used pairs were in larger sizes, and the ratcheting type for big snap rings
FWIW
i see (12-14 piece?) sets pop up in pawn shops quite often, mac, matco, proto, most in "as new" condition for $75-$80
To tell you the truth man, I wouldn't go Snap-On on snap ring pliers. They're not used enough to need a warranty...this coming from a guy that uses them all the time on gear box and cam shaft overhauls (machinery).
For the smaller stuff, get a Knipex set. I'm not a fan of the 'convertibles', they're not hefty enough. Knipex pliers are simultaneously stout and maneuverable.
For gearbox work, the smaller sized pliers are about all the same as far as I can tell. I'd go cheap as possible, but stay with a reputable brand. If you ever need really big ones, the kind that ratchet, don't buy Snap-On. They're insanely marked up Truarcs (or were...). You will not beat the pliers themselves. For tips, the Snap-On man has them at reasonable prices.
For the smaller stuff, get a Knipex set. I'm not a fan of the 'convertibles', they're not hefty enough. Knipex pliers are simultaneously stout and maneuverable.
For gearbox work, the smaller sized pliers are about all the same as far as I can tell. I'd go cheap as possible, but stay with a reputable brand. If you ever need really big ones, the kind that ratchet, don't buy Snap-On. They're insanely marked up Truarcs (or were...). You will not beat the pliers themselves. For tips, the Snap-On man has them at reasonable prices.
wafrederick
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X2 on the Knipex set.I bought a set and no regrets.The tips are much better and stronger.The set I have is a rebranded Matco set made by Knipex.
you can get the Stride 12 piece set under the kastar or Lange names for like $75. Been stated on here many times that they are the same as pretty much all the USA made truck brands. There is a heavier duty set for more $$$...but for around $75 you can get straight, 45, and 90 degree tips in all 4 snap ring sizes. that's hard to beat
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MVB6TG/?tag=atomicindus08-20
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MVB6TG/?tag=atomicindus08-20
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Hmm ok, you guys are making me think of not getting Snap On. I don't really have a problem with it. Not needing a warranty is one of the bigger reasons why I wouldn't mind not getting SO. No one ever bends or breaks tips? they are a low impact tool, but I think if you use anything enough there is some wear and tear?
I like the knippex, seem very sturdy. but someone in the show your tools or toolbox, and some comments about their knippex drawer, made it sound like theyre more expensive than SO even without my student discount.
Those Kasters on Amazon, look pretty good. Comments say you will now receive "Lang". Still USA made? I saw Lang has a ratcheting 4 in 1 caliper tool very similar to Snap Ons Blue point, maybe they make it for them. Makes sense seeing how Bluepoint is the stuff they dont make.
I like the knippex, seem very sturdy. but someone in the show your tools or toolbox, and some comments about their knippex drawer, made it sound like theyre more expensive than SO even without my student discount.
Those Kasters on Amazon, look pretty good. Comments say you will now receive "Lang". Still USA made? I saw Lang has a ratcheting 4 in 1 caliper tool very similar to Snap Ons Blue point, maybe they make it for them. Makes sense seeing how Bluepoint is the stuff they dont make.
Lang is the same exact company, they just changed their name. Located out of Wisconsin
Pretty sure the lang are oem by Stride, just that of the many companies who use Stride for the oem, Lang is the least expensive...
Pretty sure the lang are oem by Stride, just that of the many companies who use Stride for the oem, Lang is the least expensive...
As long as you use the proper sized tool for the particular retaining ring at hand, you won't wear out the tips. I've never broken tips on mine, and I only use the ones with permanent tips. The ones with interchangeable tips are not as maneuverable. Knipex does have a lifetime warranty, if I recall correctly.
The only exception is larger ratcheting pliers (the kind that are about 20" long); there, you don't have a choice...gotta use interchangeable tips on those.
In my opinion, they're the best. If you see yourself using these alot in the future, do yourself a favor and buy Knipex.
Oh, and Lang/Kastar are one and the same. USA made.
The Snap-On Forged ones are made by Snap-On. Most of the others are rebranded.
Don't count out Knipex and the Wiha Magic Tips though. I really like the ideas of the Wiha for wheel bearing snap rings.
http://www.wihatools.com/300seri/346serie.htm
Correct.. The forged pliers are OEM'd by Snap on, Stride does make a lot of the truck tool pliers and at one time did supply snappy with the Camlock pliers etc. Anyone who has ever handled the Snap on forged set along with the stride OEM'd pliers knows there are considerable differences. I own both.. In multiple flavors, the biggest thing about snap ring pliers is to make sure you are using the right pair for the job, in other words even the most expensive set of snap ring pliers will fail if you use to small of pin size pliers.
Just for clarification, the Stride pliers are very nice.. I'm not bad mouthing them. It pays to shop around in regards to what flavor you want.
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Cool! I did that to some old Facom-made SK snap ring pliers. Always wondered why companies didn't do that. How would you rate them compared to Knipex or [insert primo brand here]?
I've got the 7 piece and ended up bending the 0.070 45 degree ones straight to maneuver the retaining rings off the axle shafts on a Dana 60. Glad I had the warranty, also went and bought the right pair when I exchanged the others so I wouldn't have to use the warranty again.
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