Tekton Crows foot set any good?

[77Mini]

I have been thinking about picking up a set of crows foot wrenches. I saw the Tekton sets on Amazon that seem to be inexpensive. I have seen several guys talking about Tekton brand tools on GJ but don't know much about the brand myself. Are these decent? Anyone have them? This will not be a frequently used item for me so i don't want to spend a ton on them but I also don't want to buy junk.

$20.58 for Metric
$29.99 for Standard

https://www.amazon.ca/TEKTON-2575-8-Inch-Crowfoot-Wrench/dp/B000NPUJNA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1514779480&sr=8-1&keywords=tekton+crowfoot+set

https://www.amazon.ca/TEKTON-2580-8-Inch-Crowfoot-Wrench/dp/B000NPR2BC/ref=pd_cp_469_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=3K9R25MXR6C6HYBTWYAX

 

[Ruger_556]

I have been thinking about picking up a set of crows foot wrenches. I saw the Tekton sets on Amazon that seem to be inexpensive. I have seen several guys talking about Tekton brand tools on GJ but don't know much about the brand myself. Are these decent? Anyone have them? This will not be a frequently used item for me so i don't want to spend a ton on them but I also don't want to buy junk.

$20.58 for Mertic
$29.99 for Standard

https://www.amazon.ca/TEKTON-2575-8-Inch-Crowfoot-Wrench/dp/B000NPUJNA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1514779480&sr=8-1&keywords=tekton+crowfoot+set

https://www.amazon.ca/TEKTON-2580-8-Inch-Crowfoot-Wrench/dp/B000NPR2BC/ref=pd_cp_469_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=3K9R25MXR6C6HYBTWYAX

No, they're garbage. I don't think I successfully removed a single fastener with mine. Buy SK or any other domestic made set.

 

[blackwire]

The ones I have are made in Taiwan. They work fine for me.

 

[PeedoPie]

I don’t have their crows feet but all of my sockets (chrome and impact) are made by them and I have no complaints at all.

 

[77Mini]

Started looking at some of the reviews and as always their all over the map. Certainly enough bad reviews though.

Canadian Tire started carrying a set in their Maximum line. I may be better off to wait for those to go on sale.

Any suggestions for a reasonably priced set for occasional use?

 

[uncwstudent]

Sunex makes some really nice ones for less than $25: www.amazon.com/Sunex-9710M-8-Inch-Crowfoot-Size-10/dp/B0002SRJF4

 

[77Mini]

Sunex makes some really nice ones for less than $25: www.amazon.com/Sunex-9710M-8-Inch-Crowfoot-Size-10/dp/B0002SRJF4

Thos look nice but I am looking for a regular set not flare nut style.

 

[Coach James]

No, they're garbage. I don't think I successfully removed a single fastener with mine. Buy SK or any other domestic made set.

Serious question: What was wrong with the Tektons that made them unable to remove a fastener, but USA made ones did?

Coach

 

[Jimithing616]

Serious question: What was wrong with the Tektons that made them unable to remove a fastener, but USA made ones did?

Coach

Good question, I'd like to know that too!

I'm all about buying us made and have thus far stayed away from tekton because I'd rather buy used USA stuff and hunt for deals for similar money....

However I will admit to researching tekton a bit and hearing mostly good things... especially on GJ, and one of the most recommended sets from tekton seems to be their combo wrench sets... you'd think if they could do those right a crows foot set wouldn't be too much of a challenge but I could be totally off base. I'm no expert like a lot of guys on here and I'll be the first to admit it!

 

[crewchief888]

when i get in a situation when i HAVE to use a crowsfoot, it CANNOT slip or spread. if it does i end up with a rounded/damaged hose or fitting, and it's going to take twice the time and effort to do a repair.

the open end, flare nut, crowsfeet and line sockets i have are ALL snapon.
some are 30 years old, and i havent managed to break one yet, nor have any of them spread open...

 

[B_Bimmer]

Bad crowsfeet are worse than no crowsfeet. It's exactly as crewchief888 says.

 

[2000-cvpi]

Started looking at some of the reviews and as always their all over the map. Certainly enough bad reviews though.

Canadian Tire started carrying a set in their Maximum line. I may be better off to wait for those to go on sale.

Any suggestions for a reasonably priced set for occasional use?

I just read the reviews for the metric set. They aren't all over the map, there were six three star or lower reviews and only one of those were one star. 6 out of 38 isn't bad, even more so for a tool that 99 percent of us won't abuse.

 

[77Mini]

Metric set is down to $14.89 now......

 

[woody 73]

Metric set is down to $14.89 now......

mini go for it what do you have to lose that comes out to $1.48 per crowfeet x 10= $14.89.

Just think if they work fantastic and if they fail well no big deal just toss them in the trash.

I am a little different being I would rather cry one time and be done with it, but to each their own.

 

[firworks]

I'd go with the Sunex set just because I hate skip sets. It's often stupid / pointless but I ams what I ams.

 

[Coach James]

Bad crowsfeet are worse than no crowsfeet. It's exactly as crewchief888 says.

Not disputing that. I'm just curious why the Tekton are "garbage".

Coach

 

[xin]

when i get in a situation when i HAVE to use a crowsfoot, it CANNOT slip or spread. if it does i end up with a rounded/damaged hose or fitting, and it's going to take twice the time and effort to do a repair.

the open end, flare nut, crowsfeet and line sockets i have are ALL snapon.
some are 30 years old, and i havent managed to break one yet, nor have any of them spread open...

I agree (I have some crowsfeet ones and USA made). The minute it slips/opens up it will round the fastener.

 

[Fedwrench]

What are you going to use the crow feet on? Will it be rusty?

Occassionally I've used regular crow feet wrenches as super stubby open end wrenches for starting or speeding off a power steering hose fitting for example.

They're not really meant for breaking anything loose. If you're trying to beak something loose where access is an issue, you might be better off using a flare nut type crowfoot for better contact.

Tekton produces some great and not so great tools at often bargain pricing. I would give them a shot and let us know how they work out for you.

 

[anndel]

I have been thinking about picking up a set of crows foot wrenches. I saw the Tekton sets on Amazon that seem to be inexpensive. I have seen several guys talking about Tekton brand tools on GJ but don't know much about the brand myself. Are these decent? Anyone have them? This will not be a frequently used item for me so i don't want to spend a ton on them but I also don't want to buy junk.

$20.58 for Metric
$29.99 for Standard

https://www.amazon.ca/TEKTON-2575-8-Inch-Crowfoot-Wrench/dp/B000NPUJNA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1514779480&sr=8-1&keywords=tekton+crowfoot+set

https://www.amazon.ca/TEKTON-2580-8-Inch-Crowfoot-Wrench/dp/B000NPR2BC/ref=pd_cp_469_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=3K9R25MXR6C6HYBTWYAX

FYI, the only thing missing is the most common size, 12mm in the metric set.

 

[John in OH]

I've no experience with the Tekton crowfoot wrenches, but as a data point, I'll link you to my impression of a set of Tekton angle wrenches that I bought a few years ago:

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=271152&page=2

Go to post #31 to get my inital take on these Tekton angle wrenches. Today, having used them a little more they have served me fine and no current complaints about functional quality, but they are still ugly in appearance.

 

[ItsNemo]

It's funny, I have a less expensive set of crows foot wrenches because it seems the way people on GJ talk about them they are a must have and I've never once reached for them yet in years.

 

[77Mini]

It's funny, I have a less expensive set of crows foot wrenches because it seems the way people on GJ talk about them they are a must have and I've never once reached for them yet in years.

Sounds like you and I need to make a trade........

 

[unslow1]

Crow's feet are one of those tools that are rarely used. They are also one of those when you need one you really need one. Need like would pay $10 for a single one because you are stuck.

 

[Ruger_556]

Serious question: What was wrong with the Tektons that made them unable to remove a fastener, but USA made ones did?

Coach

They spread and round fasteners off, which is bad if you actually need a crowsfoot cause then you're really screwed. I'm not talking about putting an 18" XL ratchet on them, oh no, they spread with a 4" stubby ratchet on them. I have lots of imported tools in my box, that's not my problem with them, they're just not any good.

 

[visionguru]

They spread and round fasteners off, which is bad if you actually need a crowsfoot cause then you're really screwed. I'm not talking about putting an 18" XL ratchet on them, oh no, they spread with a 4" stubby ratchet on them. I have lots of imported tools in my box, that's not my problem with them, they're just not any good.

Do you think Made in USA is a cure for this kind of issues?

From my limited DIY experience, open end wrenches if not positioned perfectly can round off fasteners easily.

I can see that if you had to use a crowfoot, the extension and ratchet could make it very difficult to position the crowfoot squarely on the fastener. When the fastener is tight, of course it would round it. I doubt professional grade ones would make huge difference if used in the same manner. A flare nut style crowfoot maybe better.

 

[Finky198]

^^^ yes it absolutely does I have used other non tool truck brands and now I have all Snap on and SK. The differences are in the metal and heat treat as well as the clearances...

I use my snap on Fl80 and tllf72 roughly 12” long ratchets with Snap on crowsfeet regularly and have yet to round something off due to spreading I have used other sets in other shops and went with Snap on due to multiple prior bad experiences with cheap sets...

As said before When you need a crowsfoot you really need one it’s why guys can charge good money for work on lines, tubing, etc. the cost of mistakes is expensive and a pain in the a$& but with a quality tool it doesn’t happen in the first place...

 

[visionguru]

^^^ yes it absolutely does I have used other non tool truck brands and now I have all Snap on and SK. The differences are in the metal and heat treat as well as the clearances...

I use my snap on Fl80 and tllf72 roughly 12” long ratchets with Snap on crowsfeet regularly and have yet to round something off due to spreading I have used other sets in other shops and went with Snap on due to multiple prior bad experiences with cheap sets...

As said before When you need a crowsfoot you really need one it’s why guys can charge good money for work on lines, tubing, etc. the cost of mistakes is expensive and a pain in the a$& but with a quality tool it doesn’t happen in the first place...

Thanks for sharing your experiences.

I have yet owned or needed a crawfoot, but did run into situations when I need to torque down a fastner but could not fit a socket due to space.

Do you think flare nut style crawfoot will be better than plain crawfoot, regarding the possibility of slipping?

This set only cost about $20.

 

[Motorman55]

I like this one.

 

[nh_yota]

Crow's feet are one of those tools that are rarely used. They are also one of those when you need one you really need one. Need like would pay $10 for a single one because you are stuck.

Agreed.

I bought a set of Tekton metric crowfoot wrenches two years ago when I had to replace the front wheel bearings on my Tacoma. The bolts that hold the unit bearing onto the spindle are behind the wheel hub so you can only get at them from the side with a combination wrench or crowfoot wrench. I used a regular combination wrench to get them loose but I needed the crowfoot wrench to tighten them back up with a torque wrench.

As for the Tekton set itself, they look cheap (or cheaper than other Tekton tools I have) but they work fine.

 

[Pontiac787]

Thanks for sharing your experiences.

Do you think flare nut style crawfoot will be better than plain crawfoot, regarding the possibility of slipping?

This set only cost about $20.

I am mulling over this same question. I would think that the flare nut style would hold better and I cant' really think of a situation where you wouldn't be able to get them onto a bolt.

 

[WhiffySpark]

I’ve had the cornwell version of the flare nut style for years. They’ve always fit and never let me down.

They actually fit really good even on rusted line fittings