Here we are reviewing the new Titan 12 inch long extended handle straight sealed pearhead ratchet as well as comparing to a few other ratchets and taking a look inside to see the ratchet mechanism. 12161 . .
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@stickiestring5 жыл бұрын
So nice to see someone making a long handle 3/8 that isn't flex head.
@MiguelMartinez-hm1hg5 жыл бұрын
If you go to oreillys autoparts they have a long ratchets from 1/4 to 1/2 inch drive the brand is PT (performance tools ) I believe the1/4 inch drive is pretty long I think is 18 inch
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
I didn't know that PT had those at O'Reilly's I'll take a look
@GMG4553 жыл бұрын
Seriously though. I just bought this exact ratchet in 1/2”. I’m about to buy a snap on big boy and a gear wrench 24” 1/2” because they’re invaluable and I keep spares in a service truck bag and need one for my shop as well as our most used equipment
@colemanbonner2 жыл бұрын
I bought all 3 drive sizes of this ratchet to keep in the shared “brake job cart” in our shop. They’ve been great. The 3/8 and 1/2 have been thoroughly abused on crusty caliper bracket bolts, held up great.
@JosephMcCanne3 жыл бұрын
Saw the Titan ratchets at my local AutoZone yesterday and loved the look, but was wondering about the quality. Thanks for the review! Think I’m gonna go grab one now
@Lasurge19825 жыл бұрын
I have the titan stubby dual drive 3/8 and 1/4” ratchet flex head and its my most used tool in my bag. Titan makes really good tools.
@ClientGraphics5 жыл бұрын
$24.99 was the current selling price in the AutoZone that I went to 2 days ago. Titan 12161 - 3/8 inch drive x 12 inch 90 Tooth Sealed Head Ratchet And the rebuild kit for this ratchet is part # 12170
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the part number on the rebuild kit
@nbpt10005 жыл бұрын
Is that rebuild kit available at Autozone?
@the600cc5 жыл бұрын
Thanks I’ve just order mines ! It looks nice and well made . We will see when I get it in two days 👍🏻👍🏻
@xephael34855 жыл бұрын
You should have a lot more subscribers!
@jeffsnyder54565 жыл бұрын
That's what I said.
@MarzNet2562 жыл бұрын
I just picked this up. Used it to take apart a snowblower engine-It is very nice.
@whatfreedom75 жыл бұрын
Looks exactly like the Klutch ratchet sold at Northern tool only it’s black instead of blue. It feels great in the hand.
@billlee17244 жыл бұрын
whatfreedom7 I was just going to say that it’s the same, i took it apart and it’s very similar to a tekton or icon I was pleasantly surprised
@nbpt10005 жыл бұрын
Nice job on the review. When I hear " Sealed" I think it is not serviceable. However, you showed how it can be serviced, They don't make it easy by their choice of circ clip. If you do find a suitable replacement internal snap ring with holes please share the size. Also, I would assume this ratchet has a bit more back drag than most. That is the trade off for the heavy spring and larger pawl which you would want with a long handled ratchet. I see this ratchet fitting nicely into a collection as you well describe. One size does not fit all.
@KyleE-pm1nt4 жыл бұрын
There is an O-ring on the shaft of the selector switch on the one I got, i think that it is there to help prevent the ingress of dirt.....worth checking yours out....maybe a re visit.
@JohnSmith-yl6dn4 жыл бұрын
The Titan is identical to what Northern Tool sells under the Klutch brand. Lifetime guarantee at $24.99 as apposed to $32.00 cheapest you can fine on eBay at the moment for the Titan.
@TheBestPuppa4 жыл бұрын
Northern tool sells these Titan ratchets next to Klutch ratchets now
@WalkerKlondyke2 жыл бұрын
I’d picked up the 1/4” because I fell in love with the blue anodized handle. It feels great in the hand and I use it all the time. So I decided to buy the 3/8” and it broke on me the very first use. The replacement sometimes doesn’t engage with the pawl. I’ll warranty it out again but I have to say I’m not hopeful.
@CatusMaximus2 жыл бұрын
Yeah these Titan ratchets have not turned out to be as good as I hoped. And titan has a terrible warranty it's only one year
@bricegraham82562 жыл бұрын
I had one about the same age as this video If not a year older. And it had a crap ton of abuse especially at the first shop I was was at. There was a period where I didn't use it for a year or so and now at the current shop. I think I was loosening an alternator bolt and it was tryna bind up on me if the anvil is pushed at a certain angle. So I warrantied it out got a new one and it failed after having to loosen another alternator bolt on a different car. Bought a Duralast flex head 3/8s had no problems yet. My set is damn near Duralast and that shit works good.
@EverydayJ17865 жыл бұрын
These are great ratchets ! I bought a 1/4 " version here in Canada at Princess Auto . Great price too
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
The quarter inch seems to be hit and miss for people I'm glad yours is working out
@EverydayJ17865 жыл бұрын
@@CatusMaximus . I should have stated that mine is the roto head version . But same 90 tooth and same handle design
@Fee.14 жыл бұрын
This, Milwaukee, Wera, or? Which ratchet ? Or tektites/gear wrench, this Titan is one of the most solid mechanisms I’ve felt
@bigc7t Жыл бұрын
Ya i like these, and the power torque long handle ratchets. Also O'Reilys has a 1/4 version of this that is 8" long, but it's 25 bucks that why i haven't got it yet. Great videos thank you.
@TREK84812 жыл бұрын
Nice review man seen this rachet on Amazon and wanted to see a video on it first .
@js90142 жыл бұрын
Saw one of these today and loved it but didn’t get it think I’ll head back tomorrow
@TheAlaskaCajun5 жыл бұрын
I was at AutoZone last night and seen this ratchet by the check out stand... if I had more cash on me at the time I woulda picked it up. Thanks for the review, I'll probably pick one up this week. I really need a long handle non-flexhead ratchet to leave in my extra tool box
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment
@ClientGraphics5 жыл бұрын
Looks great and hopefully it’s just the one ratchet I have seems to binds up if there is an angled force on the drive especially it it’s angled towards the handle on the back drag. Nice ratchet with a small thin profile head with excellent length and great overall except for the binding which kills it for me. I have had this same problem on a few other brands that get into the high tooth count unfortunately.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Yes I can attest to that the coarse tooth ratchet seem to work in any situation where they find his ones do you like to bind up if you have sideways force in awkward positions however they do seem to break in after a while and stop being so fussy
@bricegraham82562 жыл бұрын
Same problem I had with my old model. When I got it replaced it would bind up even more. So I'd have to get a pair of pliers move twist the anvil, and it'll start working again. But so ridiculous. It's like they put all their engineering efforts into the handle and just stopped there.
@robertdieder41782 жыл бұрын
Alot of mixed reviews at my local autozone about this ratchet. Many returns. Also only has a 90 day warranty to consider.
@CatusMaximus2 жыл бұрын
Yes, these have had issues locking up and titan warranty is horrible. I don't like them anymore. They tried to jump into my DM"s on Twitter and I booted them.
@uniquehorn1480 Жыл бұрын
I have this one and the 1/2" drive version. O'Reilly's sells them. I think they're great ratchets but I have to admit that I don't use them very often...only those times when I don't want un-necessary stress on my flex ratchets.
@reymundsantiago44512 ай бұрын
I have this ratchet and it is okay. What I found is that mine flexes a lot and that is why I do not use it as much
@brokebikemtb44485 жыл бұрын
So I have a snap on fhx80a and the Pittsburgh comparison and the Pittsburgh is a really good one for the money,,,,my Carlyle is probably the best for the money tho,,I feel it could hold it's own in a shop,,,I recently bought an oem tools ratchet and it's a tank
@gimmesomesugar Жыл бұрын
I have all three sizes. Mine have held up to fairly heavy use very well but I haven't abused mine.
@1_2_Many_Projects Жыл бұрын
Northern tool sells these under the klutch name and mine still works great after probably 4 years of abusing it
@bryanyazzie35522 жыл бұрын
Yeah I have some titan tools love them they hold up good
@Ayeobe6 ай бұрын
I was looking for a review of one of these, because i've been abusing the ever living crap out of one, and it finally died Nah just kidding. it was in a garage fire, and still WORKS. I've hit it with a hammer, used a 3ft tube on it, and done any manner of unspeakable things to it, and the icing on the cake is the shop it was in BURNT DOWN (im using this as a coping mechanism for all the shit i lost, shut up) and it's still clicking like when it was new. I admit, i can't change directions cos the spring inside is not doing spring things, but i figure i swap that spring out, and make a new handle (blue part is aluminum, melted clean off) and it'll serve light duty as a ratchet again. It's earned its place as the most indestructible ratchet. I literally had about 14 ratchets and all the other brands (including snap-on) died. These things are insane.
@john4kc5 жыл бұрын
I love the look of these, but also so glad I have the Gearwrench 84T Locking Flex Head set.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Yes locking Flex heads are nice
@Fee.14 жыл бұрын
Can you give a part number
@martinschaffmeir77295 жыл бұрын
Hello cat fine post sir, as always. I have a funny story, to me. I bought a S-K ratchet about 20 or so years ago, it cost like 35. Bucks I said to self "man that was a lot of money" the times do change. I still have and use that ratchet
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
This Titan is good but SK is still better. I think you paid a good price for a nice SK ratchet
@tomycodd5 жыл бұрын
I bought a SK 1/2 drive ratchet new for $10.00 in 1976-still works great I am a small engine tech and use it frequently.
@benjaminabel85962 ай бұрын
Wow $70 at Advance autoparts as of June 2024. It also wasn't available on their website.
@robbiehoffman67365 жыл бұрын
I have the 5 piece set of these but I will say first I bought these to compare to my matco88 tooth ratchets I will say structure they are tough but don't count on the teeth in a tight area the 1/4 pear head don't bye but there swivel head ratchets are nice and the 18inch 1/2 drive does good work just hard to compete in professional setting with these great for your home mechanic
@JamesNickersonThePhotoShopGuru3 жыл бұрын
Xlent review …. Thank you 🙏🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@DrewDiddy77035 жыл бұрын
Just saw this at my local auto zone, was tempted, but 25$ seemed a bit steep for another 3/8 I don’t Really need.
@markmorris24654 жыл бұрын
Steep???? You are cheap af
@dutchynehtam4 жыл бұрын
Mark Morris not everyone can afford tools bud. He might be balling on a budget.
@fortis61911 ай бұрын
My local autozone is discontinuing these , bought one for 13 dollars (1/2)
@brandoncartwright88293 жыл бұрын
I have this ratchet, oriellys has a power torque, 100 tooth that looks the same. Even has same part number but has a quick release.
@moldyburgers87423 жыл бұрын
I bought this one and the 1/4 and the 1/4 model was horrible kept getting stuck like the teeth were broken couldn’t even use it. But the 3/8 LH is a good beater ratchet for work. Idk what went wrong with the 1/4.
@martinschaffmeir77295 жыл бұрын
I have a few long ratchets, they are great but add an extension and especially the 1/4 just has a funny feel to me
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
They're not perfect for every situation what are perfect for many situations
@MegaLostOne5 жыл бұрын
Seems like a very nice ratchet, I just ordered one for myself although I wasn't able to find it online on Autozone's site. The not having a direction on it for on/off doesn't really bother me, heck my two Proto 5450xl's don't have markings on them for off and on. One thing I did notice is the internals on the Titan look just like the internals on the Proto 5450's that I have, I'm not saying they are made of the same quality but for a weekend mechanic such as myself I cannot see this ratchet failing me under the use I would give it. I own Snap-On, SK, Proto, Cornwell, Mac, Gearwrench etc tools and I am happy to add this along side my other tools.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Yes this is a pretty nice unit and it could very well be that Proto is manufacturing these for Titan. As you get deeper in the products you find out that not all manufacturers make their products and some large manufacturers contract out their facilities to other toolmakers to keep the doors open. And there are manufacturers that don't directly sell any products they just make stuff under contract for other companies.
@MegaLostOne5 жыл бұрын
The ratchet showed up the other day and after finally getting a chance to handle it I believe had I felt it in the store I would have passed on buying this ratchet. I don't know if maybe it is just mine or not but when mine showed up the ratchet felt gritty when turning it by hand and after changing the selector from one direction to the other it would have a large amount of resistance before wanting to move freely in the other direction. I took the ratchet apart and ran some steel wool around the anvil section and it removed some of the black oxide coating which helped smooth it out some but there was still some binding so I took it apart again and used a fine wire brush to try to clean more of the coating out of the anvils gear teeth which helped it more, I did oil it before putting it back together both times as well. There is still a small amount of binding when you first change direction but nothing like it was when I first got it and I am guessing this will smooth out as the anvil and paw wear into each other with use.
@mattmcmillan89205 жыл бұрын
If you look them up online you can get a five piece set the 1/4-3/8-1/2 and two Roto head Ratchet,s in a case something like the OEM comes in. Like 150.00 .
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
I think that's a good price for a 5 piece set of these
@serge48563 жыл бұрын
I think that companies go with laser etch is so they don't have a warranty it out after the etch disappears.
@kensimon44783 жыл бұрын
what about other identifiable parts like the handle/internals?
@austingoleman94314 жыл бұрын
You should do a review of the set you can buy from titan its a good looking set in a foam tray
@alejandro1991ify3 жыл бұрын
How is this ratchet holding up? Do you still recommend the titan? Update: this tool jams alot. Wasn't worth getting. smh
@chriscas-ToolAficionado5 жыл бұрын
Last year, a co-worker had either a 2 or 3-peice set and he ended up returning them. They were stiff ratchets for sure.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
That's unfortunate to hear
@ios66055 жыл бұрын
I bought the 3/8 drive and the 1/4 inch drive ratchet identical almost to this tool ! Both of them have a lot of play in the ratchet gear causing the ratchet motion to seize or bind halfway through ratcheting motion❗️❗️ And it’s the bad is this a link to the full and high-quality but like I said in the title don’t judge a book by its cover ❗️❗️ I would not recommend this tool to anyone
@ramirojimenez32905 жыл бұрын
Went to Autozone to have a car battery tested and ended up buying one, I work on car audio and you can never have enough rachets.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Yes and I like this ratchet much better than 1/4 inch one
@timmeza19072 жыл бұрын
What’s up man, I like your videos. My question is what type of oil do you used for the gear in that head?
@thecollector66292 жыл бұрын
Bro do a re review on the new diehards at advanced auto parts just rolling onto the shelf similar to icon in looks but 9bthink the are the next Pittsburgh pro butvbetter
@wafi31872 жыл бұрын
I was about to buy it but my friend said it leaks oil from inside the ratchet mechanism, didn’t really make sense but one of them was already wet so I didn’t buy it
@gtcam7232 жыл бұрын
I have a weakness for polished ratchets in the 11”-13” range for some stupid reason.
@backwoodshippie96215 жыл бұрын
They also have the 1/4 drive too
@sjancura5 жыл бұрын
Great video! Looks like a must have ratchet for my toolbox! Thanks!
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment
@Jacoby559 Жыл бұрын
Why is mine so bad it jams up and when I go to AutoZone I play with them because who doesn’t play with the stuff when winning line😂. But they all do it i’ve taken apart regressed it and it still does it
@trainman0713 жыл бұрын
that's perfect for a ford crown Vic plug change
@jameshall43855 жыл бұрын
sometimes you get lucky with cheap auto parts store cheap tools. i have bought a few performance brand tools on the impulse shelf that have turned out to be pretty good tools
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
A couple of the PT tools are better than others their stud extractor sockets really aren't that bad
@twiz87895 жыл бұрын
Rumor has it Lowes is gonna stop Kobalt and go to all Craftsman. A guy that works at Lowes told me this, dont know if its true or not. Its disappointing, I just made a switch to Kobalt cordless tools after my old Dewalt batteries crapped out. With a 5yr tool and 3 yr battery warranty of the Kobalt, along with cheaper battery prices swayed me that way
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Lowe's has never been my favorite place ever since they stopped carrying Makita and Milwaukee Tools they have some issues with their purchasing executives
@texasboy20055 жыл бұрын
I have heard the same as you and will very disappointed when the time comes and there are no Kobalt tools left in the stores
@travisevans75025 жыл бұрын
@@texasboy2005 They aren't going to quit making Kobalt tools a couple other tool reviewers here on KZbin have asked Lowe's managers and they said Kobalt is they're baby they aren't going to stop making Kobalt but there are rumors that Porter Cable power tools may go away now I don't know if that is just the cordless tools or all they're tools but if you compare Craftsman to Porter Cable the cordless tools look very similar.
@mattmcmillan89205 жыл бұрын
You will still be able to get kobalt tools on line from Lowe's.com is what I was told.
@debolt47965 жыл бұрын
That would be another big mistake for Lowes. They once had Snap-on making some of there tools. Pulled back and went to cheaper shit. Craftsman will open the door to 20 billion dollars of possible tools warranty that Sears sold in last 50 years of selling Craftsman. They should up their game and go back to Snap-on.
@MiguelMartinez-hm1hg5 жыл бұрын
I like that ratchet when i was at AutoZone more likely buying it soon
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
It is a nice ratchet
@vbvini2 жыл бұрын
looks like a ares I saw on amazon
@RichieCue5 жыл бұрын
Can you review the new Tekton 90 tooth ratchets?
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
I will when I'm able to get my hands on one
@garagelife49814 жыл бұрын
I have the 1/4 in my truck bed tool box it’s gotten me out of a pinch can’t complain for the price and if gets stolen it won’t break the bank Autozone for less than $20.
@upsidedowndog12565 жыл бұрын
That's a nice piece for 20 bucks. The tool trucks would have to charge 100 bucks minimum for anything like that. Probably more like $180.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
How true, :)
@rdevers17685 жыл бұрын
I bought one of these exact ones from AutoZone it bent and the head is locked up on it . Did a timing belt job or well tried to with it, ended up going back to my snap-on flex head
@badactor33235 жыл бұрын
8:13 That’s what she said
@ACommenterOnYouTube3 жыл бұрын
This ratchet is more of a hang on the wall and look pretty.
@tonykarata93983 жыл бұрын
Mine punked out right away I’ll give it one more shot and I didn’t pull on it too hard
@JW028284 жыл бұрын
What name brand is the super thin one???
@JPLBOUND4 жыл бұрын
Tekton makes a 18 inch 3/8 long ratchet in a quick relealease and non quuck release. I have the quick release version of it and it's super thin.
@markquinlan64064 жыл бұрын
How much do they cost
@jasonanderson85284 жыл бұрын
How strong are they
@stevelewis17212 жыл бұрын
So . . . how many ratchets are enough? Maybe a good discussion for posting? I have nearly 20 and don't consider myself a "collector." You must have 100+!
@willyqueen40665 жыл бұрын
Thanks great video is it a new brand
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Titan has been around at least 20 years
@afara20005 жыл бұрын
No quick release button? Not good, I would get Carlyle's ratchet.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
I personally kind of liked it the through hole for quick release does make the Anvil a little bit weaker
@taylanlowe1205 жыл бұрын
Carlyle ratchets are probably my favorite and their swivel head is probably the toughest ratchet out there rn.
@WorkHorseLT4 жыл бұрын
This is a nice ratchet but mine jammed up on me so I took it back and got a snap on fl80 new off of eBay for $65
@chrisrandom14045 жыл бұрын
So what you're saying is that I'm buying a Titan ratchet. I got you. On my way to Autozone.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
:)
@chrisrandom14045 жыл бұрын
@@CatusMaximus will you be doing a review of the Williams ratchets? They are the industrial brand as Snap On and are virtually the same. Without the price ofcoarse. Lol.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
At some point but I don't have any Williams ratchets I do have a few old Williams tools including a nice Half Inch Breaker Bar I've done a review on it some time ago I'll try to post a link
@chrisrandom14045 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it. And awesome review as always.
@jackhammer96225 жыл бұрын
Where's that 1k sub tool box tour?
@Toyotas_n__Tools5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing this review ive seen this on amazon and been really attracted to it, have you thought about getting a affiliate account?
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
I have looked into that but I review so many old and odd products that an Amazon affiliate account isn't right at this point my Channel at some point in the future Maybe
@travisevans75025 жыл бұрын
The ratchet mechanism looks to stiff did you have to put that socket on there to ratchet it if so that would be a pain in the ass once the bolts loose ?
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
The mechanism is average and stiffness but not too bad after it breaks and it'll be better but if people want low back swing then you need to get clutch type ratchet which have no backswing resistance
@mikeaze4235 жыл бұрын
How would you warranty those tools
@gothinking37054 жыл бұрын
Bring it to AutoZone probably
@mikeaze4234 жыл бұрын
@@gothinking3705 good luck with that lol
@lornaz19755 жыл бұрын
I just got one. The back drag on the ratchet seems quiet stiff. Is that the case for yours?
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
It seems okay I found what's ratchets that if they have really light Back Drag but they can tend to slip especially after they get well used so I tend to like stronger Springs. There's also clutch type ratchets which have no backswing resistance but are not the strongest for breaking bolts
@isaiahmountford58155 жыл бұрын
Get in the zone
@trainman0713 жыл бұрын
just bought one Autozone 24 bucks
@rookiexreviews3 жыл бұрын
Crazy part is Pittsburgh has the least back drag than most ratchets!!!!!
@Fee.14 жыл бұрын
This or the Milwaukee ratchet
@jeffsnyder54565 жыл бұрын
I got the 1/4" ratchet. I didn't see the 3/8" ratchet.
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
They didn't have any of the quarter inch I'll have to go back at some point in the future
@blake20054 Жыл бұрын
Things are $50 now
@MrMagichobo215 жыл бұрын
4:30 ASMR
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
:)
@meyawabdulaziz38634 жыл бұрын
that thing goes for twice the price now ....mmmm i think they realized its worth
@markherrera8295 жыл бұрын
Now That's Funny.😂
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
:)
@stevehenrichs50915 жыл бұрын
GO TO NORTHERN TOOL YOU'LL FIND THEM.INSTEAD OF A BLUE HANDLE THERES ARE BLACK
@CatusMaximus5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that information I think the black handle would look better
@stevehenrichs50915 жыл бұрын
@@CatusMaximus it's aluminum handle it's same
@blake1029895 жыл бұрын
They're junk, bought one yesterday and kept wanting to lock up when tightening
@aguilayserpiente4 жыл бұрын
Needs oil.
@jasfrt63844 жыл бұрын
Oil has nothing to do with it. Mine locks up no matter how much oil or grease ive put in it.
@hobosharklawnmower3 жыл бұрын
need oil not greese and dont use too much on a fine tooth.prob better off dry then too much oil and if u do use greese it will lock up
@doylee4692 жыл бұрын
This thing broke super fast on a stress test on another video. Worst warranty in the industry… the aluminum painted handle gets nicked up and looks like crap after some use.. pure junk
@CatusMaximus2 жыл бұрын
Titan Tools Warranty is terrible so I don't review their products anymore. They also had issues with this ratchet locking up.