MAC Tools Check Out This Fully Loaded Tool Truck Tour

[@truckerpeterose]

Trucks are all hit and miss. It’s the Driver that makes all the difference. I’m not a huge fan of Matco tools but my local driver is an awsome guy. Last time I called, he met me at an ice cream shop and bought all of my kids ice cream before we went on the truck. I know it’s all about making a sale but this small gesture keeps me buying tools from him. I’m sure he could survive without my small purchases but he is always appreciative and willing to meet me.

[@doctordiesel5467]

Well said I've had good tools and bad tools from them all but the dealer makes the difference period

[@ClientGraphics]

That’s awesome the person definitely helps make good tools better and works with you if there is ever any issues along the way. One of these days I’ll find a Matco Tools Truck, hope he’s as awesome as your driver.

[@dashjackson]

cheater pipe or not, the person who bent that 3/4 ratchet is the guy to call to open that pickle jar.

[@MidwestToolReview]

Oh man, I wish I had a Mac dealer!!! That 1/2” drive impact w/ free sockets for only $589 is a smoking deal!!!!

[@Noobdriver99]

The jerky is goid

[@barryhunt5357]

I've bought a few things from the local Mac man , paid him cash , and he treated me good , for me the wrenches will last forever , great guy trying to make a living like us all . Great Video Chris .

[@MikeBrown-ii3pt]

A few years ago a flea market, I bought a bunch of old Mac sockets from a local mechanic. He'd retired and already sold his shop. They were all brand new and still sealed up. I got them cheap and I'm not worried about a warranty. What really impressed me about this video is that they warranty drill bits of ANY size, even broken ones. I don't have a professional shop, so I don't have tool trucks stopping by. However, I've always considered drill bits consumables. I do have a Drill Doctor and I use it often but, there's only so much that it can do.

[@ClientGraphics]

It impressed me as well as not all companies do that.

[@RedemptionGarage]

Good video Chris appreciate the tour! I love getting on the trucks I have been staying off until i have paid my bill though lol.

[@ClientGraphics]

Appreciate the comment and yes it's wise to stay off and away to manage expenses unless something is needed.

[@kennethharless9696]

Love the tour.. I just started working for Toyota last month.. picked up a mac tools 3/8 mini impact off the truck and im loving it. Weighs 3 pounds and worth every penny.

[@Matchew-hj9xz]

I have that locking flex head 3/8 ratchet and it is one of my go-to ratchets.

[@AATreeService]

Man I break those so often. That lock just isn’t strong enough

[@marcowens3522]

@@AATreeService if you're breaking them that much you aren't using the right tool for the job I have broke one. 1 time and that was from misuse!

[@AATreeService]

@@marcowens3522 yeah they just don’t seem to hold up well.

[@garrisong]

The Mac wrenches the older cl series before the knuckle savers those are my favorite wrenches ever even over snap on. I really wish they still made those. Best wrenches ever.

[@bluzmanintx8176]

I like mac tools because i orrdered tools from their website and have not been bombarded with emails. .i will buy from them again.

[@bobbygarrett9588]

Cool Truck Tour! Never been inside a MAC truck before. Thanks Chris.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Glad you finally found a mac truck!!! I've got a tour coming up soon also should be pretty sweet that axis ratchet is by far my toughest rachet I own, love my Mac Tools!!! Thanks chris!!

[@toolhead147]

Great tool truck video

[@save16thave]

You should have bought that Mag Pad. Thing was cool! If you didn't need it, you could have donated it to me.

[@ClientGraphics]

I should have because it’s been sold out every time I’ve been back on.

[@tripn8888]

I have that long handle axis ratchet. I actually lost one off my service truck and bought another. I'm positive it's a rebranded proto precision 90 with a different cut on the handle. Even the selector switch is the same but I absolutely love it. More so than my snapon dual 80 believe it or not lol. Our mac truck is usually pretty empty which is a bummer because I really like mac tools.

[@ClientGraphics]

Sorry you lot one, they are super nice I’ve been liking it a lot 👍

[@jamesstephenson2346]

I have a proto and Mac. They are similar not exact

[@DaleLucid]

Really likin' that... ...who am I kidding. EVERYTHING! Nice video @Chris.

[@ClientGraphics]

I loved every part of it too Dale! Probably could have included 2x the footage, but wanted to keep it at a reasonable length.

[@bdpc-dk2xb]

Me: "Yeah not really into Mac stuff" *after seeing inside of Mac truck* Me: "maybe I need to check out Mac stuff"

[@LUISREY1995]

I love me some MAC Tools 🧰🔧❤️ Thank you for the awesome tour

[@TeezleySPT]

My next wrenches are going to be the MAC “precision torque” combo wrenches. Great offset with excellent chrome and the best wrench storage I’ve seen.

[@jackiechan_wtf4041]

Harbor Freight : I'm about to end this man's career. 😅😅 If Harbor Freight haven't made it yet, they'll make it in the future. They're new ICON brand hand tools and carts/cabinets are gonna bring Strap-on to their knees.

[@LUISREY1995]

I’m looking to get those soon too

[@blazebox71]

The mac precision torque wrenches are awesome you will love them I have 2 sets and they are the best wrenches I've ever used you wont be dissapointed

[@brianburton5047]

My name is brian i 💘 mac tools good. Sockets and wrenches

[@themaintenanceman1]

That was a fun tour. That mag pad is pretty awesome! Thanks for bringing us along with you 🤜🤛

[@ClientGraphics]

Appreciate you coming along and watching #TMM

[@Second.Nature.Lawn.Michigan]

I actually witnessed a guy lifting on a breaker bar with a forklift. Not going to mention any names but it was me..

[@michaelmatthews8171]

Shame on you!!!! did it break??????

[@ClientGraphics]

More importantly, did you get what you needed or did you have to step up to 1" 💪

[@Second.Nature.Lawn.Michigan]

It actually worked. And I still have the wrench lol. Definitely not something I'd do again

[@austingoleman9431]

When I worked in a electric motor rebuild shop had a cheater pipe on a 1 inch breaker bar using the overhead crane to break them standing behind a steel door just in case it broke

[@Banshee365]

LMAO

[@momentumtintdetail]

Spline drive got me out of a huge bind on a tight 5/16” plug on equipment. Everything else wanted to round off.

[@restorods3374]

In my opinion the newer 90 tooth Ratchet are a close second to snap on ratchets they are beautiful and function really nice

[@markkobza8129]

my Mac guy is pretty awesome, he gives good deals and has a well stocked truck. I too love my old cl series wrenches, they are about the same length as my old USA Craftsman s, but way better. had them guys going on 30 years, Mac and Craftsman, still work great. love the old style impacts,as well. nice tour.

[@kram_2783]

Nice mac channel. Finally found one. Thanks man.

[@410AutoTech]

Awesome job chris, I still have not been on a mac truck yet but I've been lucky to use there drill bits which works amazing!!

[@6.4DieselDoctor]

Those axis flex head ratchets are awesome. Locking flex heads aren’t as strong though. I enjoy mine waaaaaaaay more than my snappy duel 80’s. I got a bunch of impact and chrome sockets that are over 25 years old and use em daily. Very strong and reliable

[@jonnda]

Mac: this is not for leverage, this is for access Snap on FLL80: This is for both.

[@AATreeService]

Funny U mention that. I broke a Mac ratchet and got the “abuse” run around. Told him I’ll pay to fix it, next day I traded it in to my snap on dealer (he will take any tool for trade) asked him if I can crank on his ratchet with a pipe and his exact words were “yeah why not”

[@jonnda]

@@AATreeService I haven’t broken the FLL80 yet after 4 or 5 years.

[@AATreeService]

@@jonnda I have the same ratchet, I haven’t put a pipe on it but I’ve given it all the beans

[@jonnda]

@@AATreeService I use it to open Honda transmission and differential drain bolts. The old Pilots differential drain/full bolts can be stubborn, and there's not a lot of clearance. Give the old FLL80 a quick and firm yank, and off it comes. I used to have a Tekton version of this type of ratchet, but the guts and square drive part kept braking.

[@AATreeService]

@@jonnda that’s awesome that it’s still going strong!! I have the SLX80A for when I have to really go hard on a bolt like the GM crank bolts and the 4T65 bell housing bolt on the back side of the rear head. I even had to purchase the SHN36 to help me get a few things broken loose!!! I know the stress tests show tekton and others like snap on being at the top for strength but when you have multiple uses at max torque snap on seems to really shine for quality while others don’t “survive” I wish we could post pictures in the comments I have a lot of cool ones

[@felixf5211]

I've seen a Mac truck in the area, but have never been on one. This truck is indeed very well stocked. Kinda surprised to see GW. The brass hammers were likely made by Nupla in California; I have a couple. I've seen some Mac tools in other folks' boxes that look pretty tempting, but the only Mac I own are a pair of prybars. Really liked the x-long 1/4 ratchet.

[@blazebox71]

The jerky on the mac trucks is awesome it makes a great snack when they show up if your hungry and been working lol also the mac axis ratchets are my favorite and the 18inch long and 13 inch long 3/8 drive flex head are my 2 absolute favorite ratchets

[@LEGOCAMARO]

Snap on black pepper has the best Beef jerky. Haven’t seen a Mac tool truck in 2 years now

[@1234cdsarver]

Thanks for the video I miss being able to go on my Mac truck

[@yousefziadeh5808]

Nice stuff

[@cfccustoms]

Mac dominates most of the areas up here In Maine

[@billycurtis5788]

Wish we had a mac tool truck at our shop! I love mac tools when I was in Colorado, now I'm in Brookings, Oregon and we only have matco and snapon dont even come to our shop for some reason 😑 he lives in town too! Matco is awesome but I like mac deals

[@AATreeService]

All u gotta do is call him and I promise he will show up.

[@tkskagen]

Thanks for the MAC TOOLS tour! Take care, 🤓 -Thomas Western Washington State

[@anthonytech]

What is that grease syringe looking thing? I need one of those

[@meanodustino9563]

I own the 18” axis and 1/2” 24” axis. I own the snapon 3/8 and i have never used it. Same with my 1/2 axis my 3/8 is the only ratchet i use for most stuff or a 7” 3/8 for small areas.

[@jaymechanic1228]

Great to see a mac truck!! Hardley any guys on youtube putting them out there. And i love mac i have a mac guy too. Subscribed

[@austingoleman9431]

Making me want that 3/4 ratchet bad

[@hilltopmachineworks2131]

Yeah pretty nice and only 200 bucks is a good price.

[@ClientGraphics]

Part# for the 3/4” ratchet Zr17100fpa

[@biggiefitz6275]

Great video. I have two identical 3/8 drive MAC sockets with X186 on both but after that number one has a small F3 and the other G3. Other than that they are identical. I've had the set for years and never paid attention to the numbers other than what size I'm grabbing to work on something.

[@ClientGraphics]

The letter M 1/4, X 3/8, and V 1/2 at least get the drive size. I don't recall but some of the older sockets were like 3 numbers like you mentioned rather than the number of points. Some were the single drilled out detent for the ball while the newer sockets have the 4 oval grinds. All just changes in manufacturing over time and attempts to streamline part numbers.

[@biggiefitz6275]

@@ClientGraphics they definitely are the older ones, single drilled out detent, 6 points.

[@nachos_70firebird66]

My Mac dealer just gives me a new ratchet he's that cool.

[@danohstoolbox]

Cool video keep up the good work

[@wethenorth4378]

I purchased the 90 axis 1/4 locking flex and have found it to be brilliant.... but loud. compared to my 3/8 snap on dual 80. I like how slim the profile is and I bought it cause i need a low swing arc for that drive size. it been a great ratchet so far.

[@TomGunnTools]

Nice video, thanks for sharing. Nothing wrong with Mac!

[@harveysmith100]

The 3/4 ratchet is made by Facom. It should be really good if it is made by Facom.

[@ClientGraphics]

It’s a beast and a really fantastic look ratchet.

[@squeaky166]

The first tool truck I was on was a MAC Tool truck in King George, Va. in 1987. I still have the 1st tool I bought.

[@ClientGraphics]

Nice 👍

[@428eliminator3]

My local MAC Tool guy J.R Rollins at RollinsTool Solutions treats me very well.

[@seaneatskitties]

I have that 1/4 ratchet

[@donaldhollums3278]

I haven’t seen a Mac Tools truck since 1992. I reckon you were a wee Lad, Client! I get the monthly promotion catalog sent in an email, but I don’t see myself buying anything anytime soon.

[@AATreeService]

The reason they can warranty those drill bits is because they cost, no joking here, 6 dollars and they charge you 250. U can warranty the entire set 40 times.

[@Gustavo-rg3mb]

Finnaly a Mac tools truck on KZbin. Got me subscribed

[@evodog2300]

Nice how that rachet has a flat blade and Phillips screw for security.

[@christopherelrod8788]

I always buy atleast one bag of jerky from Mac. Usually two. Cause otherwise I get none my fiance steals it

[@popwarhomie]

I probably couldn't even afford the jerky from a tool truck... Maybe Harbor Freight will start carrying Jerky...

[@hilltopmachineworks2131]

I hope the jerky doesn't have that chinesium smell to it. LOL.

[@popwarhomie]

Yummmmm.

[@warrencraig6948]

interesting & informative great tour

[@hilltopmachineworks2131]

Nicely stocked truck. Just never been a Mac tool guy. I prefer Snap on and Cornwell. I guess that's because the Mac dealer we had back in the day was a dud and both the Snap on and Cornwell reps were awesome dudes.

[@sullyhubert2119]

Did they discontinue that 3/4 ratchet? Can’t find it anywhere

[@ClientGraphics]

I don't know. The part# for the 3/4” ratchet is Zr17100fpa

[@jonathanvanginkel3849]

Just like my dealers truck except he has more of the big van front style just as big tho, more organized too but nice video

[@MrSupernova111]

Does Mac Tools make socket sets with ratchets and a carrying case like most brands do? I can't seem to find anything online other than their Expert sets. Thanks!

[@michaelmatthews8171]

Recently purchased the 1/2 inch drive long flex head soft grip ratchet here in the uk, why oh why does Mac not do it in quick release?? its a pain with oily gloves. Your mac truck is bigger than we have in the uk....

[@TheHorselemonade]

3/4 to 1/4 adapter please :)

[@Tailgatesntoolboxes]

I wanna know what mpg he gets with that truck with all those tools....that must be scary driving around with all those tools....man that must be some weight

[@ClientGraphics]

Because I wanted to know also, it’s getting about 4-5mpg

[@markdavid578]

I’ve never paid for a rebuild kit. My Mac dealer rebuilds them under warranty.

[@evodog2300]

4:52 warranty hello if u ain't got lifetime u r on the wrong truck.

[@Toolaholic7]

I have Mac ratchets,fix them myself since I have no dealer.I call Mac Tools up,tell them the part number off the ratchet and they send me a ratchet repair kit free of charge.Have me on record.Pain in the butt part is the ball and spring

[@cardo1111]

Excellent truck tour and warranty handling vid, I didn't know Mac was owned by B&D 👍🏽

[@ClientGraphics]

Always learning something new, appreciate you watching and commenting. Have a great rest of the week!

[@6.4DieselDoctor]

Stanley has owned them since 1980 and they’ve owned Proto since 1984. History lesson, mac used to own matco until 76 or 78

[@brianburton5047]

Always buy .promos saves

[@BLAKEB178]

My Mac guys jerky is good, he sells sodas and energy drinks and Powerades too

[@javiersioh]

Anyone know of a mac tool truck in anaheim ca??

[@ONeal397]

Can you ask him if he sells a top chest for the Expert 41" toolbox?

[@prmayner]

I want that 6 drawer maximizer tool cart, 2500 what a bargain.

[@coreysuttles1362]

Part number for that 3/4 ratchet???

[@ClientGraphics]

Part# for the 3/4” ratchet Zr17100fpa

[@themountofoliveschannelwit7009]

There was a heavy rumor that went around about a years ago that Staley/Black 'N Decker was going to replace Expert with Craftsman on the Mac Trucks. . . . . I'm gonna say that isn't going to happen (or at least not anytime soon)

[@brandenchurch8652]

The Mount of Olives Channel with Gary Sawyer i hope not unless they increase the quality of craftsman stuff by slot. Expert in my opinion is really hood for the money I have a set of their wrenches and impact sockets and they have been awesome. Only issue was the Spark plug socket rubber kept getting stuck onto the socket.

[@rickydockins2779]

If harbor freight had jerkey mac would go out a.nd snapon

[@roberttwiford2010]

Any chance you have your mac guys email? I would love to stock up on the magpads if he still has any in stock!

[@ClientGraphics]

If you email me I’ll send you his email. Otherwise here is their Facebook you can message them m.facebook.com/MACTOOLSLINCOLN/

[@doylee469]

Is mac tools made in same factory as stanley?

[@CPthetooladdict]

Yes but different specs they also have 3 different forges.

[@doylee469]

CP the tool addict thanks for the reply buddy

[@wheelstandr]

I was on a MAC truck once. My buddy said they had 1/2 impacts on sale. Bought one and found out the guy wasnt happy I got it on sale. After paying $40 a week for what felt like a year on that one tool . I wouldnt doubt I paid $700-$1000 for that thing when it was over. Never bought from MAC again.

[@TheRumbman]

3/4 same as FACOM, USAG!

[@felixf5211]

That's interesting to know. I have some Facom tools labeled as SK. The 1/4 4.25" ratchet - Facom design made in the US by SK - is remarkably smooth.

[@TheRumbman]

@@felixf5211 FACOM KL.161 3/4″ Dr. DUST PROOF PEAR HEAD RATCHET

[@TheRumbman]

@@felixf5211 FACOM KL.161

[@josejr4482]

I have yet to see a MAC truck in my area smh

[@paulbentley9026]

My Mac dealer has 3 wrenches and 2 screwdrivers on his van. Wonders why he never sells anything lol

[@BeardedSeabee82]

Well stocked truck indeed, have had some jerky before off snap on truck, honey bbq was always tasty... and tax deductible

[@xaphan8581]

Lol I had that battery impact and it is hot garabage. I do love max just that one impact fucking sucked

[@Tailgatesntoolboxes]

I was laughing at the utility cart for $299

[@micahpowers2614]

Pretty soon from the sounds of it, Mac will be sold in stores. I guess being owned by Stanley isnt working out too well for them. Our Mac guy is ok but his truck is old as hell and never gets anything new. Not to mention dust is everywhere.

[@dstblj5222]

Doubt it they already have proto and facom and usag for in store stuff

[@AATreeService]

@@dstblj5222 not to mention craftsman, Stanley, master force and a few others

[@harveysmith100]

The 3/4 ratchet looks like a rebranded Facom.

[@ClientGraphics]

Pretty sure it is rebrand Facom.

[@brianburton5047]

Hell of a ratchet you will.make.your.money back and more

[@mikethemechanic7395]

20 years ago when I first started. I had a snap On guy show up and a Mac guy. Mac was a little cheaper so I went to him. I ordered a A/C gauge set. The guy told me a week or two. I was borrowing my co-workers tools. After 3 weeks I asked again. I was told it’s on order still. I told the guy. Dude I need to ASAP. I was told I had to buy one and could not borrow it much longer from the old timers. At 5 weeks I saw the guy and said I need it now! The Mac guy breaks down and almost cry’s. He tells me he cannot afford to pay to get his inventory out of the warehouse. I immediately went to my shop manger. My shop manager yells at the Mac guy. Don’t fucking ever come back! The next day I spend 15k on the Snap on truck. The guy even brought it to my house.

[@chrisjones6165]

I want the car track

[@ClientGraphics]

chris jones I really wanted the race car track but had to restrain myself.

[@mrmomjoe8019]

Our Mac guy retired 😩

[@Tailgatesntoolboxes]

1300 for a torque wrench holy batmans

[@MrDakkyz]

Not to be that guy, but with mac I find most of their stuff to be imports, or Proto/Facom/Expert by facom stuff like that.. soo I've never really seen the point of paying high prices becuase you can just warranty it all nornally from Facom for proto/facom all of the brands that fall under the Stanley group name.. It doesnt feel really that exclusive either.

[@doctordiesel5467]

Idk Mac usa tools are great and I've broke Alot of proto 1+1/4 chrome sockets Mac version different in appearance but tougher even though their made in Dallas plant side by side Mac has some real great usa tools

[@jacob2483]

One word " Garbage" Watch some of their test videos on wrenches and ratchets.

[@HemiOrange]

That 3/4" ratchet is too short. If you want a good cheap 3/4", get an Easy Red. Its adjustable too.

[@rdevers1768]

I wish I had a mac man 😔

[@ragrle]

MAC is ok but I cant get all excited about them.

[@beowulf3303]

I once liked MAC but now everything is made overseas.......

[@regibson23]

The guy is listing off prices so casually--as though they're even remotely reasonable. Every time I heard a price I laughed.

[@KC-lg7tx]

Now try snapon. They want like 160-170 for a flex head 3/8

[@chiefin3615]

You must be a DIY weekend warrior at harbor freight

[@regibson23]

@@chiefin3615 It's not the 80s anymore. There's way too many options for high end tools. No reason to pay tool truck prices. Mark my words. Tool trucks will not exist in 10 years if they don't change their market strategy. It may already be too late.

[@chiefin3615]

@@regibson23 I think there will always be tool trucks. People will and do pay for service by paying those higher numbers for tools. My snap on, mac, and matco dealer will come to the shop as soon as possible if there's anything we need. Whether a special tool they have or I broke something I need to do my job and I need a warranty they will come right away. There is good options out there that are better bang for your buck money wise, but you can't beat the service you get from tool trucks, that is if you have a good tool guy running the truck. That service is the only reason I will and do pay those higher prices for good quality tools.

[@AATreeService]

@@regibson23 snap on is gonna have to shrink a lot before that happens. They are the largest single tool usa company around. Stanley of course is bigger but they own 20-30 different brands

[@toddthomas4542]

I don’t know about you but if I’m ever alone in the Matt truck and the dealer zipper down I think he’s expecting way more than I’m willing to fucking pay for any tool