10 Tools You Should ONLY Buy From Harbor Freight!

Here's my list of 10 items that you should only purchase from Harbor Freight Tools. I can vouch for all of these tools as a jack of many trades, and can say that there is no need to spend a lot of money where it's unnecessary.
Harbor Freight is the best place to buy good tools at affordable prices. Pay attention to the prices that I list from Home Depot and especially MATCO Tools. How does anyone afford that stuff? Yikes.

[@ethandoyle8812]

I always see/hear a lot of people hating on HF but I actually love the place! For people like me that don't need professional level tools and equipment but just need stuff for around the house and occasional use Harbor Freight is a great place for that in my opinion. I could spend quite a while in there and still not see everything they have

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Agreed! Thanks for watching man!

[@nellayema2455]

A couple of years ago I bought some breaker bars and 2 torque wrenches from Harbor Freight. For as little as I use them, it's a no-brainer.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Agreed. Thanks for watching!

[@SandBoxJohn]

10 recommendation in less the 5 minutes. Thanks for cutting to chase and leaving out the all the buildup chatter that does nothing but waste people time.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you SO much for saying that! This is exactly what I’m aiming for with all of my videos. I really appreciate that feedback! 🤘

[@rickwhite5352]

EXACTLY !!!!! I FREAKIN HATE THOSE VIDEOS THAT TAKE 15 MINUTES AND SAY NOTHING BUT BLAH BLAH BLAH !!!!

[@creaturemythos]

Agreed. Like it enough to hit subscribe!

[@CM-nq3so]

Yes 👍

[@terrmaso]

Great video 👍 I have the rolling bench with drawers and love it. I have several air tools and have had no complaints or issues. Broke the tip on a 3/8" breaker bar and they swapped it out. I have also begun the process of switching out my mix and match sockets to their Icon line. Lastly, if you ever need to replace an inner tie rod, their $25 inner tie rod tool is amazing. Thanks for the great info.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for the tip and thanks for watching! 🤘

[@sabledriver]

Ditto on that inner tie rod tool!

[@jimbossemi-customs3129]

Great video! I've beaten the heck out of my impact sockets and never broke a single one. Also have the C clamps, magnet trays (6) and pry bars. I've had very few misses over the years buying from HF,

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Nice! I mean, they’re so great for the general homeowner. My garage is like a Harbor Freight showroom haha

[@wim0104]

I bought the old corded 1/2" impact & impact sockets from the HF, long before Milwaukee let it rain tools, and they've been awesome for weekend work. they saved the day with the rear diff plugs on a 4runner just now.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Sweet! 🤘🏻

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Wow! Thanks for all the support on this video everyone! Be sure to check out my other Harbor Freight lists! 🇺🇸🤘

[@MikeBrown-ii3pt]

I know plenty of pros that use Pittsburgh impact sockets every day with no issues. I can't believe that floor jacks didn't make your list! I've had my OG gray Pittsburgh 3 ton for well over 5 years and it still works great! I also recently bought a black Daytona long/low 3 ton and I LOVE it!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I’ve heard good things about those! I have a Craftsman Jack that has served me well for many years - no reason to buy a new one. Thanks for watching! 🇺🇸🤘

[@danalaniz7314]

This is great information. I have the 18 gauge air gun and it performs really well. I will be looking at a couple of other items you highlighted on my next trip to HF. Also, thanks for your service. I was in the Navy from 1976-80.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for yours Don, and thank you for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@UtahDarkHorse]

I have a couple of their brad nailers/staplers. When I first read the reviews I saw complaints about jamming. so when I got mine, I got Porter Cable brads and staples (good chance any quality, name brand would do), instead of the HF ones, and have never had a jam. Have had these for 7 or 8 years now. They make some good air tools for occasional use.

[@wessunde2801]

I got the 2in1 brad nailer/ stapler & HFT nails.. The nails kept doing u-turns & coming back out of the surface of the wood.. I got a (name brand) nailer only, & the same package of HFT nails hasn't given any more problems.. The problem was that the wider space for the staples was not giving the nails enough support.. I am keeping the HFT 2in1 for staples only.. Thank you for your service. I retired 22yrs- 19yrs Army National Guard after 3yrs active duty..

[@powellmountainmike8853]

I have bought tools from Harbor Freight for years. I am retired now, I worked for years as an electronics engineer. I found the small needle nose pliers, and small hog nose pliers, little diagonal cutters, etc. were perfectly serviceable and a great bargain. The same goes for lots of their other tools too.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Those inexpensive tools can be great options for sure. Thanks for watching! 🇺🇸🤘

[@waterboxer87]

From HF: aluminum floor jacks, wrenches, compression tester, ball joint tool, cordless impact wrench, etc all still working and saving me lots of money.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

That compression tester is a life saver. Thanks for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@harleyhexxe9806]

Good video! I agree a lot of bargains to be had at Harbor Freight. I recently bought a Predator 2500PSI pressure washer there. Pressure hose ruptured within 10 minutes of first fire-up, but I worked a deal with the manager, and got a replacement the next day. No problems ever since. My next purchase is going to be a roll-away tool box. I'm not going to pay 3-4 times that much somewhere else.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Great points! Thanks for watching 🤘

[@Justforfun-ek7et]

Saw that SeaBee sticker, and all those challenge coins. Semper Fortis “shipmate” 😂 this is the first video I’m seeing of yours and you have a lot of energy and this list of yours is great! Thanks for all the info!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching! Hoorah!

[@lbahr11]

Navy Seabee, buying and endorsing Chinese tools. That’s great!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

@@lbahr11 I like to focus on the American company that employs thousands of American workers. Thank you for watching! 🤘

[@mopedwarehouse]

I saw that k-bar sitting there and I was wondering why would you spend $100 on the K bar when you can get the Harbor Freight survival knife for six bucks.....

[@jimmysgarage9068]

@@mopedwarehouse I have that knife too! The Ka Bar was a gift from my dad when I enlisted way back when. I’ll always have it.

[@tedparreco5963]

Worked at a Ford dealership after I got out the service back in 1990 in the used car department for a while. I asked the guy that ran it what the difference between Craftsman and Snap-On was, he said, 'bout $12 bucks! Great video!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Hah! That’s awesome. Thanks for watching 🤘

[@cdjhyoung]

Considering that both Snap-on and Craftsman have trash warranty back up anymore, I wouldn't buy either again.

[@tedparreco5963]

@@cdjhyoung Never bought Snap-On, and haven't had to use any warranty on Craftsman, but this is sad to hear. Used to be lifetime for Craftsman no matter what.

[@Tolohtony]

I use to work at a Sears Auto. We would get a 30% discount on Craftman hand tools by just walking across the parking lot. Most of the guys had Snap-on. There is a difference. At least back in the day there was.

[@cdjhyoung]

@@Tolohtony I'm just a hobbyist mechanic, so I don't depend on my tools to make a living. My father was a diesel mechanic. He had Snap-On tools, and I have some of his tools in my tool box. In his era (1950-70) you couldn't buy a better ratchet wrench than Snap-On. Same if you needed a breaker bar. Their Sockets were all but indestructible. But not anymore. I returned a Craftsman ratchet that I wore out after 25 years of use before they ended supporting warranties and had no problem getting a new one. It has lasted me ever since. I live in the boon docks. If a I break a tool it is 30 minutes each way to get another one. I really need the tools I buy to hold up under normal use, but the modern (last 7-8 years) Craftsman socket I've bought have broken all too frequently.

[@josecanisales3491]

US Navy Seabee 1968-1970. Class A school Port Hueneme Ca. I was a young man then, loved it.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Hoorah Bee!

[@robertlehnert4148]

Went to the Topeka KS store today, 7/18/2020 and got pretty much everything I wanted for at home work-- I don't need the highest grade pro stuff, so that $19.99 Warrior cordless drill will do just fine, and even when I threw in the bit set, driver/bit set, wire brush, and drill holster it was still less than a premium cordless drill by itself I wouldn't use enough to justify it. Also got the oiled tanned leather tool belt (18 pockets), 6" bubble level, utility knife, replacement blades w/ dispenser (@ $4.99, it cost more than the 1.99 knife!), Hand jigsaw and blades, and I splurged and got the "pro" rip hammer for 7.49 instead of the claw hammer for 4.99 ( the rip just felt better), and a 1.99 4-bit screwdriver when I don't need to mess with the drill. Oh, a pack of zip ties, bring the total after discounts to $183

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Great example of how this store can be beneficial to so many people. Thanks for your testimony and I hope you enjoy your new tools and accessories! \m/

[@d.brownjr.4845]

The picks are good too. So is the air chuck tools. I also like the Jack's they carry. I have a 20 ton and floor jack both work great.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Nice! Thank you for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@tripives1858]

As a tool junkie, this is great information. Thank you for sharing.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching! 🤘

[@billjackson9702]

Tool Junkies Unite! Been one since the late 60s!

[@GarageGear]

Dude! Finally got a chance to watch this video! I have at least half of these same exact tools and TOTALLY AGREE with you on your reviews of each one. The nail gun is spot on! Take care of it and it lasts forever. Breaker bars too! Great video bud! Don’t know how I didn’t watch this sooner! 👍🤘

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thanks for the kind words! No need to overspend! Also - check out my video on the new Garage Boss gas can from HF - there’s a specific shoutout in there “geared” toward someone….

[@GarageGear]

@@jimmysgarage9068 AWESOME 🤘👍

[@user-hb8be5wb4q]

Hey Jimmie, never got beyond number 3 til I subscribed. Looking forward to your next vlog. Thanks for posting and sharing this vlog! And a HIGH FIVE too!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you! I appreciate the support. More videos to come!

[@BillLaBrie]

The only real disappointments I’ve had at HF: centec battery charger and a ceiling texture spray gun. Got money back on one, at least. Everything else has been “kinda lame but worth more than I paid.”

[@UtahDarkHorse]

Great video. just so happens that I have most of the items on that list, so, I apparently agree with you!. Only thing I've had issues with is the C-clamp. Seems it stripped fairly easily, if you can believe that. Was using it for brake jobs. May just be the one I got as HF isn't known for their QA. Would probably give it another try for that price. Thanks for sharing.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching Mark! 🤘🇺🇸

[@williamlott7612]

Short, sweet, and to the point. Thanks. Darlington, South Carolina

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching 🤘

[@donlarsen1374]

Love this store- - one of the Best Buy’s when it’s on sale is the electric hand held drain snake - works like a champ, also the Predator generator as good or better than a Honda, just as quiet- less expensive.. BUH2 - - MCB 62 - - Gulfport - - Dong Ha. ‘ 69 - - “ We build & We Fight”

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Hoorah brother bee! 🤘

[@ryanrogers8923]

As a professional mechanic, I totally agree with all of this. As a young man I bought the Mac torque wrenches, after that, I use and own all the rest on your list. My snap on sockets are for my job only. HF is in my home garage!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Hey Ryan! Yes - this list is intended for home mechanics, not professionals. I think Mac Tools are awesome, just not necessary for the occasional wrench turner. Thanks for watching and commenting! 🤘

[@billyfoster35068]

I was a heavy equipment mechanic for years, bought a ton of HF tools. But, I will say, the best was the impact sockets. I have abused them tremendously for close to 20 years and still have them all and still use them all with no issues at all. Hell, the sockets still look brand new even after all of the abuse.

[@ndmusick11]

Good stuff. I buy the cheep stuff and if it breaks I get the high-end one. I would disagree with the pry-bar there is to much flex in the HF to be the go-to.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thanks for watching! I’ve always had great luck with the pry bars - but I’m not a professional anything, so it’s good enough for me! 🤘

[@arthurleino]

I have a bunch of Harbor Frieght Tools. My favorite is the Electric Impact Driver I mail ordered when I was stationed Cubi Point in 90. Still working today!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Wow! Some of their electric stuff is really tough. I still use the $10 grinder from 7-8 years ago and it grinds away!

[@remfj40]

Absolutely agree. Consumables like shop towels, cut off wheels, shop brush etc. are also good values. Thanks for showcasing.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Very good points! Thanks for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@MikeyMack303]

Thanks for that, Jimmy! All the stuff that I have bought from Harbor Freight over the years has always been very dependable, despite all the naysayers and haters! Good to hear the positive remarks!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Just like anything, you pay for what you need. Thank you for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@feliperodriguez6885]

I'm a diesel mechanic and I have several HB tools in my roller cabinet, good tools good prices.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

There are definitely some good ones. Thanks for watching! 🤘

[@pbcummins58]

great job! Love h.f. Thanks for serving g our Country in its time of need. CAN DO!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you! 🤘🇺🇸

[@booneautomotive4174]

I work as a professional tech and I use HF tools especially anything that has a lifetime warranty. Hey if it breaks I just stop by on my way home or at lunch and get a new one. No waiting for the truck to show up and then wait longer to get it replaced. My HF impact sockets are doing good and I have the stool too along with other items. Nice vid CB take care Brother

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate all the feedback brother. 🤘🇺🇸

[@JamesSmith-pc6bh]

I was a professional mechanic and I owned those impact sockets and used them hard every day and they never let me down. I never broke one.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Great to know! Thanks for watching.

[@hottshot1939]

I've had the impact sockets for over 10 year's and have beat the hell out of them. The only complaint is that when I got mine for some reason they skipped 16 mm in the set and that's pretty common when working on heavy equipment.

[@bigredgreg1]

I just recently bought the 25” breaker bar and a 21mm deep impact socket to remove wheels on my car. That combination gave me all the brute force I needed, and cost under $20 total.

[@jamesanthony8438]

Love the 4" magnetic dish. Base can pop off if it's dropped on the floor, but the magnet will hold it in place again if you put them back together. Picked up several recently because I had a coupon to get them for 63 cents each! Coupon expires on July 17th, though.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

They’re awesome. I’ve had to superglue some of mine back together, but that’s an easy fix.

[@swaggerdo7231]

J&B Weld and you're good.

[@ace34usmc]

thanks for your service my dad was a seabee i was in the marines and i grew up on the seabee base on Naval CBC Port Hueneme

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for your service Tracy! I’ve spent a few stints in Port Hueneme, not a bad area for a young and stupid guy with money to blow! Haha. Thanks for watching 🤘

[@ace34usmc]

@@jimmysgarage9068 it was fun growing up there last time I was there was 1979 or 80

[@agentx3458]

There impact sockets have blown my mind! I've honestly had my 1 1/4 deepwell with my half inch breaker bar with a 10 foot pipe on that with my full weight on the pipe and those things held up.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

That’s awesome! I’ve only used mine for light stuff (air impact for wheel removal) and I think they’re great. Thanks for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@jayyarnell4710]

In 2013 I bought their oscillating tool on sale for $20. I bought the $5(?) extended warranty. It lasted thru two flooring jobs undercutting doors, etc. I took it back to HF and they gave me a new one. It just died within the last month after using it for many, many projects over the last 7-8 yrs. A true bargain.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Whoa, that’s awesome. 🤘🇺🇸

[@jeffreydevoti7000]

Started buying tools 43 years ago and Sears use to be the go to place to get tools but they were ALWAYS expensive. Felt like getting screwed unless what you needed was 50% off sale price, but most everything was American made 🇺🇸 👍😁. Kmart had good inexpensive socket sets in metal trays made in Taiwan when I needed a few metric. J.C. Whitney had special tools very cheap and bought a lot from Harbor Freight whey were mail order only. Be aware of your needs so if a bargain crops up you can take advantage of it. It's better to have a tool and not need it as the other way around. 😉

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Well said. I have a lot of American Craftsman tools as well, but have been hooked on HF over the past decade. Thank you for watching 🤘

[@billjackson9702]

Long time tool junkie here, too. HF has improved substantially over the years; I got my first hammer drill (reconditioned Skil) from HF through a magazine ad. Love just walking through the local store, from one side to the other, just in case they have something I don't already own.

[@rhunt811]

My son is a "very high end" finish carpenter. He buys HF Cup Spray guns for finishing. They work great and you can just throw them away. He usually waits for a sale and buys 6-12. Also son with a high end Hot Rod Shop. Buys lots of the car dollys to move vehicles around.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

No reason to overspend if you don’t need to!

[@phillyfathead]

Love the KA-BAR in the background, great all around utility knife! Semper-Fi

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Very true! Thanks for watching 🇺🇸🤘Semper Fi

[@mar91942]

Coupons, coupons, coupons! I have most of those tools and they are frequently 20% to 40% off of the prices you cited if you have a HF coupon! I rarely opt in to email marketing but HF emails are so worth it!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I agree completely. I wait for the coupons to come, plan out my strategy, and then attack.

[@jkxss]

Use the harbor freight coupon database app or website! www.hfqpdb.com/

[@rtemplar4004]

My dad was a mechanic and he gave me the same advice “you don’t need to spend the money on “professional “ tools if you don’t work as a professional “

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Wise words! Thanks for watching 🤘

[@Keyno77]

At the shop I have a Lysle creeper, the one from harbor freight broke on first use. While laying on the creeper it broke on the plastic where caster mounts. Return it got my money back. For reference I weight 215 LBS. The 1/2" swivel impact socket too kept breaking so I bought a gearwrench one that has been holding up pretty good. The pry bars I like but also they're not solid as a recognized brand they flex and will bend. The icon pry bar that's like 36" is pretty solid, worth the extra money. Impact sockets, torque wrenches, 1\2" extendible ratchet have been nice too.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Great insight! I’ve never had an issue with the pry bars. I’ve used them to wedge stuck rocks out and to pry stuck brake calipers out. Thank you for watching!

[@miltonbarnes4049]

Great segment, man. I'm an industrial mechanic for many a year and I will shop at HF in a heartbeat

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching! 🇺🇸🤘

[@thelonecraftsman4966]

Those c clamps are great, so are the Banks nailers.....roller seat not so much. Thanks for the video!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

A Good Report Thanks for watching!

[@WikkedR1]

I have that same seat. No complaints.

[@narcissistinjurygiver2932]

used the cheap colored sockets for 20 years as a professional mb tech. never broke one. f snap on. hf is awesome

[@jimmysgarage9068]

🤘

[@_thebusphotograher_cali]

Snap On is expensive as hell for a simple socket set. I’m not a rich person. Harbor freight is my destination for cheap but good quality tool. I own a 1/2 Pittsburgh torque for many years still works perfectly fine.

[@narcissistinjurygiver2932]

@@_thebusphotograher_cali me too

[@glennrishton5679]

I can attest to the C clamps, dead blow hammers and rolling stools. I also like their 48" LED shop lights for about $20 5000 lumens is bright. Had to replace a couple of the switches with toggle switches but no major problem. I like their sandpaper for my random orbital sander also. Oh and those small LED lights they sometimes give away with a purchase are very handy too.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Good call on the lights. Check out my follow-up video to this - there’s 10 more! Thanks for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@Zx14rrrrrrrrrrr]

Good list. The seat is my favorite lol. Especially working on motorcycles.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

It’s legit. 🤘

[@daviddawson7630]

I agree with everything except for the clamps. I've had bad experiences with both the c clamp, and the slide clamps. Most the time, the swivel end pops off and now you just have a ball point sliding all over the work piece.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I'll be sure to look out for that! Thanks for watching.

[@rev.dr.funnyshoe7497]

Real Talk. The clamps are crap. if you dot use them often, maybe they are fine. I don't even want to touch them long enough to throw them in the trash. Bessy, and WIlton Clamps have lasted me for 30 years. HF clamps are straight turd.

[@donotrobme9295]

Thanks jimmy great vid

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Donot Robme Thank you for watching!

[@daviddepace3746]

Jimmy bud. Just came on board. Super valuable information. Thanks 👍

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Welcome! Thank you for watching and subbing! 🤘🇺🇸

[@nauy]

I bought lots of stuff from HF over the years. All were great deals for what they’re used for. The most recent tool was a 20 Gal air compressor. It’s a workhorse. I already got more than my money’s worth from blowing out sprinklers at my family’s houses for 2 winters. Their 3/8” air hoses are great also - same quality but 1/2 the price as elsewhere.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I agree! Thank you for watching 🤘🇺🇸

[@UtahDarkHorse]

I had one of their 20 gal ones for over 10 years. sister-in-law's son cranked the back right out of the regulator so I upgraded to one of their oiled 29 gal models. Then went back, replaced the regulator on the 20 gal one and it still works great. Going to give it away to a friend. Would never buy hoses from them however. I never buy consumables like hoses, brads, bits, staples, etc from them. I think they make most of their money from their consumables and the price difference between theirs and name brand is not as great as on the tools. So, I buy tools from them, then match them up with name brand consumables and end up with a much better performing tool.

[@darylw792]

Got my Harbor Freight air nailer for $5 when they had a sale on it.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

That’s the deal of the year!

[@danhoyland142]

I’d like to see a side by side comparison of the mechanics rolling seats. The Pittsburg piece is a great deal and I’m sure it rolls around nice and supports weight but how well built is it? I’d like to see the differences in gauge steel used on this seat and the one at Home Depot. Also curious about the wheels.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

That would be a great video idea!

[@hottshot1939]

Mine is two years old and is holding up great

[@timsawyer7443]

I have some of almost every one of these, and you're right on target. Great vid!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thanks Tim! Great to have bargain tools around - makes filling up the garage just a little more fun 🤘🇺🇸

[@markrusso9309]

Great, Your comments didn't cost me anything. I recently bought the magnetic parts holder. Use it all the time.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Nice! Thanks for watching 🤘

[@zwebslinger3526]

One key point is that HF will also replace those hand tools if they break. Much like the Craftsman warranty. Just bring it in and they give you a new one, no questions asked.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Very true. Also gives me a reason to go back and spend more money haha

[@_thebusphotograher_cali]

I love Harbor Freight. They have the best warranty. I literally bought cheap tools from their but I’m happy with them because their well made. I saved a ton of money. And if they do break than they can replace it for you

[@jimmysgarage9068]

@@_thebusphotograher_cali Agreed! It’s a great place for home mechanics and home DIYers.

[@crippleguy415]

They told me I needed to show them the original receipt . 🤦🏿🤷🏿‍♂️

[@justinyates1154]

I work at HF and I tell people as they are checking out about the warranty on the hand tools and some people are amazed! One guy said, "So if I can't get the bolt loose and throw on a 4' pipe for a little more leverage and break, it I get a new one?" Yes. Even if I see the marks from the cheater pipe on the handle, always, every time, you get a new one. You can't beat that.

[@danr1920]

Do a search for coupons, the breaker bar and torque wrench go for about $10. Or just buy the torque wrench and use it for a breaker bar. I have an led rechargeable magnetic work light that is awesome. With coupon about $27.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Great tip! I found those coupons after I bought those. $20 is still a deal though. Thanks for watching \m/

[@toms6756]

I've been using that impact socket set on ride on mowers and never had a problem. Also have both of those breaker bars and the magnet trays.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching 🤘🇺🇸

[@tonyfarrar92]

I have plenty of HF tools in my box at work. I also have lots of high $$ tools as well. If the HF stuff lasts long enough to earn my money back on them, i'm not pissed if it breaks and i have to buy a new one to replace. ALL of my impact sockets are HF. Had them over 13 yrs now without a single failure! They now have the ICON brand tools which are a very good tool and value as well!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I haven’t gotten my hands on any Icon stuff yet, but would love to! Thanks for watching 🤘🇺🇸

[@nickdannunzio7683]

CE-2 of NMCB 21 from 1989 to 2005... "The difficult we do right away... the impossible takes a little longer"...

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Hoorah brother bee!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I was attached to 21 from 09-10.

[@ralphswink136]

I have plenty of harbor freight tools never been disappointed

[@jacobmccandles1767]

I certainly have been...but they were at a disposable price.

[@topcat5988]

Yep, have to buy plenty of them as they need to be replaced constantly. Of course if they stay in the tool box they will last forever.

[@ralphswink136]

never have any problems with their tools

[@bwana3006]

I have, any of their electric stuff, grinders, band saws ect JUNK JUNK JUNK

[@mols89]

Harbor Freight, Home Depot, Matco, Tractor Supply comparisons? You must live in my neighborhood! Good video! Subbed.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I just may! Thanks for watching and subbing. Much more to come 🤘🇺🇸

[@josemora9477]

Thank you please do more of these.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching Jose! 🤘

[@mikeniles7488]

I have actually broken a couple of the 3/8” breaker bars, harbor freight and others. Harbor freight replaces them no questions asked just like any other.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Good to know! I haven’t broken one yet - hopefully I won’t. Thanks for watching. 🤘🇺🇸

[@jockellis]

Fellow comes in with the same problem. I won’t give him a new one but gave him his money back and sold him a 1/2” pull handle which was on sale for a buck less than the 3/8. He walked out with a buck in his pocket. Don’t buy a 3/8” pull handle. No matter whose it is it will get broken.

[@johngibson3594]

Great vide and I agree great tools at a lower price save money when u can

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Totally. No need to overspend.

[@itsmeatiq]

I have all but #1 because I bought impact socket set long time ago! I completely agree with you. I paid cheaper prices for all these than the prices you mentioned.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Wow, nice! 🇺🇸🤘 Thanks for watching.

[@ed9958]

One of the tools not mentioned is the miter saw stand that will accommodate 16ft lumber & will not tip over when folded with saw attached, as with others, & the price is very good & not flimsy, well made. The impact sockets are very good that I use with my HF electric impact tool that I have owned for at least 20 yrs.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Nice! Thanks for watching and for the input. 🇺🇸🤘

[@BigDadio1967]

Techs where I work buy HF because they can pick up a replacement on the way home from work. They don't have to wait for the SO or Mac truck to show up.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

That’s a good strategy.

[@Kekker1944]

I wish they would bring back the Adds and Discounts, half my shop is Harbor Freight.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Same! 🤘🇺🇸

[@craigmonteforte1478]

Totally Agree on all your picks one more winner are their plastic interior panel removal pry sets they look and work like the tool truck sets but a fraction of the cost ! go Navy ! My old man was a Seabee in the 50s he helped redo all the airstrips and housing in the Phillipines updating WW2 era construction lots of cool stories and he could do almost anything DIY from putting a 2nd story on our house to rebuilding a automatic transmission with me as cheap labor he didn’t hire anyone Lol it’s okay I learned how to make a comfortable living with my hands as well and as they say the Apple didn’t fall far from the Tree as I too was a DIY. Guy my whole life who was a Professional Woodworker by trade

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thanks for the tip on the pet set. Also cool to hear that your dad was one of the early Seabees - he truly paved the way for the next generations! Thanks for watching man!

[@cbmech2563]

The roller seat just got recalled. Took mine back last night. I'm a heavy truck mechanic and I have zero problem with the Pittsburgh impact sockets

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I just saw that. I think I’ll reinforce mine instead of driving back to the store. Although not a heavy mechanic (anymore), I’ve had great success with the impact sockets as well. Thanks for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@cbmech2563]

@@jimmysgarage9068 I've broken one impact socket in 7 years, a 15/16ths after 100s of 5/8s frame bolts with a nitrocat rated at 900 ft lbs

[@leejohnson2294]

Navy Seabees,,, cool.. was going that way then went subs... good video shipmate

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thanks brother, and take care!

[@nanope773]

bubblehead also and trained with seabee's 👍👊

[@jimmysgarage9068]

@@nanope773 Hoorah!

[@navret1707]

@@nanope773 I used to hunt subs, from the air. Fly Navy.

[@ronpunt6029]

Ol Squid here to . Thanks brothers for your commitment

[@rogerwert9946]

I'm a professional mechanic harbor freight is good to me

[@LordFalconsword]

My toolbox behind my cab is full of harbor freight stuff. Some has worked perfectly, a few I've had to replace. But considering some prices elsewhere, you can buy 4 at harbor freight for less than 1 elsewhere, and with stuff like you showed, it's a win no matter how you stack it.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Great points! Thank you for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@amerlin388]

Agree with most. I've heard complaints of their C-Clamps cracking. I'm very cautious when tightening mine - so far so good.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Same with me! Thank you for watching 🇺🇸🤘

[@ChrisLoganToronto]

Jimmy's getting edgy but still keeps it kid friendly! I have everything but the cargo carrier, and fully endorse my buddy Jimmies recommendations. Ring that bell and smash him in the like button. I've been pushing his buttons since 13 subscribers, when it was just me and his family!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Chris Logan Thanks a lot man! I really appreciate that. 🤘

[@JohnRodriguesPhotographer]

My pry bars from harbor freight have worked great. The ones I got from home Depot one of the handles broke off in my hand while I was prying on something that was not pleasant. The borrow almost hit me in the face and I skinned up my knuckles to hell and back.

[@chadvalliere8697]

I’ve bent my HF pry bars. 17 years and still have yet to bend my Snap On pry bars. Wish HF had magnetic sockets.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I must have a great set of pry bars - I’ve never bent them and have put them under some serious load. Magnetic sockets would be great! Thanks for watching 🤘🇺🇸

[@JohnRodriguesPhotographer]

I actually you could probably buy some magnets on Amazon depending on the depth of the socket you could probably put them in the socket. Use a little epoxy on them and put them in.

[@Dnlboon]

I bought the 1/2 breaker bar 18 years ago because it was required for pulling tension off of the serpentine belt on a Ford Tempo. To this day, I’ve never used it again. So glad I paid $10 instead of $80.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

That’s an awesome story, and literally why I always tell people to buy from HF. Thanks for watching 🤘🇺🇸

[@haustinj959]

this was sweet. thank you. also that ohio pin behind the air nailer and the magnetic trays is awesome too. go bucks

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching! 🤘🇺🇸

[@TaintedMojo]

I hear the rolling seat sometime breaks and inappropriately touches its user.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Goodness... Must be some lawsuits out there.

[@michealfigueroa6325]

"C" clamps at H/F are a very good buy and after you get the damn label off work great.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Haha! I know what you mean!

[@richardschaffling9882]

I agree they need to figure out a better place for the sticker

[@michaelporra6230]

Just use a heat gun. 30 seconds and they come right off.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

@@michaelporra6230 Genius

[@kirkjohnson9353]

@@jimmysgarage9068 I got a really nice heat gun that I've used a lot from HF for 8 bucks. I love it. Removed ALL the vinyl stickers from my back hoe with it to put on new ones.

[@kdao1007]

Youre hilarious! New to your show! Great job on comparison. And yes if you lose any tools. Its cheap to replace.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching! 🇺🇸🤘

[@DouglasBlake]

I have an old 12v Makita cordless drill that is in perfect shape except both batteries are dead. Makita wants over $100 a battery and aftermarket ones aren't that much cheaper and have mixed reviews. So I told my kids if they wanted to get me a useful gift, HF had a 12v Drill Master drill and flashlight combo for $20. For around the house, it works fine and surprisingly the flashlight gets a lot of use too. And as a bonus, they got me a Drill Master corded angle grinder for $10. It's been about 4 years and both tools still serving their purposes.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

That’s awesome! Great inexpensive tools for guys like us. I dig it. 🇺🇸🤘

[@AnitaHandy65]

“Unless you are a professional mechanic, you don’t need professional mechanics tools” so so true and I always preach this... more people need to stop wasting their money on $300 socket sets when Pittsburgh is just fine for them!!!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Spread the word! You don’t buy a race car to drive to work, so why spend $80 on a ratchet to remove bolts on your lawn mower? Some people really like having “the best” they can get, just to be able to say they own it. I’d rather have a whole shop full of tools.

[@norge696]

@@jimmysgarage9068 I spent $170 on an impact to remove bolts from lawnmowers. Your point is justified though. I cant stand using a ratchet when I don't have to.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

@@norge696 Agreed! I couldn’t live without my impact - those will really save the day!

[@colinklang]

Same goes for all the other tools at HF. Are you a professional carpenter or contractor? No then save some cash at HF. Their tools are getting better quality and are just fine for the DIYer/ hobbyists out there

[@robertpatterson3321]

But the "cases" they come in are absolute crap! After awhile they fall apart, self destruct or in general just are B-A-D!!!

[@donazzopardi8747]

Harbor freight sockets and wrenches have a lifetime warranty

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Don Azzopardi True - I’ve exercised that warranty as well, very simple to get a tool replaced.

[@1mongorock]

Their Pittsburgh brand has a lifetime warranty.

[@richardrobinson746]

Am also a retired Seabee, professional mechanic for 36years. Used harbor freight tools with no problems.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Hoorah! Thank you for watching and thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

[@AreaThirteenThirteen]

I have a sawsall that I bought back in the 90's (the old Chicago Electric orange version) that still works, it came with extra brushes and I haven't had to replace them yet.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Nice! Stretching that dollar, baby! 🤘🇺🇸

[@adminwrh]

I have that nail gun. It digests everything I put through it without incident.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

It’s a good one for sure.

[@rickdff62]

Same but the only downside for me is it leaves a small dent in the wood. Am I using it wrong?

[@jimmysgarage9068]

@@rickdff62 Try turning the air pressure down. I use 55-60 psi, but typically will adjust for whatever wood in nailing into.

[@rickdff62]

@@jimmysgarage9068 Will do. Thanks!

[@lesswatt]

Well supposedly the Hyper Tough pry bars at Walmart are very good and made in the USA so they maybe a better deal than the ones at Harbor Freight.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

lesswatt I just did some research - Hyper Tough tools are manufactured in Taiwan and China. They’re definitely worth reviewing though!

[@lesswatt]

@@jimmysgarage9068 - they have the cheap green handle set that's the same price as the harbor freight ones, but they have the slightly higher priced red handle ones made in the USA. Those I've read are very good. www.walmart.com/ip/Hyper-Tough-17-Steel-Pry-Bar/329920156?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&&adid=22222222228160686473&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=272052117787&wl4=aud-566049426705:pla-451951878605&wl5=9010779&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=329920156&veh=sem&gclid=CjwKCAjwr7X4BRA4EiwAUXjbt6N3KmRsxgue8GxaaM2-6kdv0qD7pisfh1nCwrRIhKtwhgsi8xIDCRoCtNgQAvD_BwE

[@ronaldzeoli7528]

Bought some hyper tough wrench sets no skips in both SAE and metric and they were cheaper than the Harbor Freight

[@smitty54017]

Hyper Tough pry bars are USA. Exact same as the old USA Craftsman pry bars.

[@gregmartin1757]

Literally anything is better.

[@TheSprinterVan]

I have most of the tools you mentioned and they all are as good as you say. I got to add floor jacks to your list

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I haven’t gotten one of those yet, but have heard great things! Thank you for watching! 🇺🇸🤘

[@johnself3408]

We use the impact sockets and adapters in steel erection. Have a Harbor freight in most towns and never been hassled over exchanges

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Exchange are pretty easy. Grab a new one, give me the old one.

[@juliuslucia3665]

Fan of harbor freight. Tools are ok and the price is always great. I have 2 portable garage that allows me to keep all my equipment under cover. The only draw back is you can’t purchase replacement cover. I like your Sea Be insignia. I also severed. Great time

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Julius Lucia Thanks for watching and thanks for your feedback and thank you for your service!

[@marty6055]

I was at HF recently and the clerk told me that the 20% off super coupons are going away.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Bummer!

[@eugsmiley]

I live within 40 miles of their HQ and the 20% coupons have been gone for at least a month here. They are going heavy on the email deals. I get 1-3 emails a day from them about their latest promotions/sale deals. I mostly find it to be a lot of noise.

[@computer5450]

@@jimmysgarage9068 only if they have your email add. and they only send emails out on the sale items

[@dirkgross1603]

Probably not such a big deal. The list of exclusions on those was so big it precluded almost anything you'd want. I did use one on the trailer though years ago and it was a big savings. They are pushing the Inside Track Club and it is a pretty good deal.

[@consequence8836]

This is true, the coupons are going away but it is a bit misleading. HF is pushing people to get the Insider track club instead so that you get offers via email and they now offer store wide sales that are pretty much a mimic to the old coupons. They recently had a 20% sale on any 1 item(1 per day lasted 4 days) but you only got it if you were a ITC member. Non members got a 10% coupon offer. Furthermore, ITC members now automatically get the best current deal on any item applied at the register without having to say a thing. If I had to guess, I would say they are moving into a sales model that is more internet friendly. So the coupons are going and being replaced with sales.

[@juddrobinson6762]

I also like 10$ 4.5 grinders. I keep a cutting wheel on one, wire brush on another, and regular grinder on another. No stopping for changing heads.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I do the same with multiple grinders I’ve collected. Totally worth it to do it that way! 🤘

[@juddrobinson6762]

Every tool you mentioned, i have. Also cant beat their air tools! I take all mine out and run oil through them every once in awhile and have had my die grinder for 15 yrs or better! It was 8$!!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

@@juddrobinson6762 I agree! A couple drops of oil before I use them.

[@jenniferfreeman1752]

The impact scokets are good I have the 1/2 inche drive. My number one tools is snapon. The tool truck comes the shop by every week .

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I have them too! They’ve worked out well. I’ve heard great things about SnapOn tools, I just can’t afford them! Haha. Thanks for watching! 🇺🇸🤘

[@gregorycrook7212]

Like you i love Harbor Freight but only drawback is not enough excuses to tell the wife why i need this tool or that tool.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

I have that problem all too often.

[@briancasey4917]

If the tool costs the same or less than paying someone else to do the job the tool does. I have all the justification I need.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

@@briancasey4917 Agree 100%.

[@generalawareness101]

HF is dead to me after their prices shot up, and they stopped coupons as well as percentage off. No more free items either.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

👍

[@glenpaul3606]

Agree with you...some stuff you just can't beat HF. I got what looks like the identical dead blow hammer off Amazon except also got a 2lb and a 1lb with the 3lb....all 3 for like $22. Pays to shop around.

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Great finds! 🇺🇸🤘

[@Brad1237202]

Thank you Sir for the tool education!!!

[@jimmysgarage9068]

Thank you for watching! 🤘🇺🇸