Durofix RW1216 12V Cordless Ratchet Review [$139]

[@BLAZEPSI]

Got the ACDELCO version of this, which is a Durofix rebrand. Paid $107 at amazon 2 years ago. I break a nut manually and then ratchet it out with this. I dont really like the Bulky style of other brand(battery). I went with this for the extended length, its a great value!

[@allanb3222]

I like the slim head, extended version of the AC Delco as well.

[@newwb]

Also the HF earthquakes use the same battery same g12 line. Also rebranded.

[@rolandm9750]

@@allanb3222 The Delco one (ARW1218) has a one-speed (on/off) paddle though, while the Durofix RW1216 has a variable trigger. The Delco tool is usually available with better sales or in combo kits though, whereas the Durofix though it has a similar reg. price seems to have less sales/deals offered.

[@georgecypher4568]

I agree with you 100% Mr. Johnson .... It is a nut running device , not an impact device ! All those Hillbillies who ask for the "Nascar Method" are obviously either backyard mechanics or have watched too many nascar races..... I am a tech and i have been for 25+ years and never in my life have i seen someone do what you call the Nascar method .. I also have alot of friends who are techs and if they ever watched me do that they would scream @ me and wonder WTF i was doing to the fastener...

[@nickcampbell3075]

People use the "nascar" method because there's not always room for the amount of arc swing a cordless ratchet needs but i agree thats hard on the fastner and your socket but you can meet in the middle using a six point socket, hold the socket/ratchet against the fastner half a turn out not actually engaged on the fastner, then hit the trigger, the tool gets the momentum it needs and the socket slips right on without chewing anything out

[@AM-nn9sv]

I find that if you take advantage of the available back lash in these tools (backing off a few degrees) it does give them a bit of a running start while still being on the fastener. You demonstrated this whether you realized it or not. Thank you for this content, I am in the market for an extended reach cordless ratchet. This helped me. I will likely purchase this exact tool soon.

[@pl5624]

I bought the durofix impact wrench and it's a beast for its light weight and size.

[@vasavil555]

Stubby version?

[@nickcampbell3075]

People use the "nascar" method because there's not always room for the amount of arc swing a cordless ratchet needs but i agree thats hard on the fastner and your socket but you can meet in the middle using a six point socket, hold the socket/ratchet against the fastner half a turn out not actually engaged on the fastner, then hit the trigger, the tool gets the momentum it needs and the socket slips right on without chewing anything out

[@Paul_Dalangpan]

It just now, this moment dawned on me: all ratchets are cordless, unless pneumatic. This is blowing my mind!

[@rayrayrun]

Cordless is just a moniker against the pneumatic ratchet. The proper term is the word electric ratchet

[@numbrenine9414]

you dont really want alot of torqe in one of these youll probably be useing it in one hand and in awkward position, if youve ever used an air ratchet you know there prone to twisting your wrist and slamming your knuckles into the nearest metal bracket

[@ruinunes8251]

You are very right.

[@xXBurntBaconXx]

Spinning the ratchet up and then jamming it on the fastener, my buddies and I call it "the clutch dump". I clutch dump my cordless ratchet all the time.

[@jakesquarejeans]

Kobalt right angle impact vs Milwaukee right angle impact please please 🥺

[@allanb3222]

Torque test channel did that test already, check it out!!

[@uneducatedmechanic]

I think y’all did the Ryobi extended reach that hit it’s claimed torque and went well above it

[@hanyoukimura]

I came here to say this.

[@hanyoukimura]

You're forgetting the Ryobi PBLRC25 you reviewed recently, which not only met, but exceeded it's nut busting torque rating.

[@hayden199516]

Good afternoon! How do you think this compares to Milwaukee’s 3/8 extended? In terms of manual nut busting? I wonder if the Milwaukee can break 150lbs manually? I’m debating picking up this DuroFix. But I am invested in the M12 and M18 battery platform.

[@Abraham_R_]

I’ve been trying to find a review with both of those ratchets but I can’t find any, both of them have a bulky head but the trigger on the durofix is much better in my opinion

[@dingchavez1960]

For 150 ft-lbs, I wouldn't risk a $200 Milwaukee. Use a $20 breaker bar.

[@toyotatundra0455]

Can you test the Walmart brands Hypertough and Hart cordless ratchet? Those cordless ratchet are supposedly made by TTI. Thanks.

[@Apolloisbest]

Durofix also makes AC Declo tools as well.

[@figueroa152012]

What brand is that 3/8 torque wrench you used in the video? 12:04

[@yhird]

Fantastic video. Excellent review. Thank you for sharing!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@georgeferlazzo7936]

Hello again Shop Tools And Tim Thank you for another Great Video. And thank you for taking the time to explain your ratings and how you came to the decision. But I would like to know if you have a rating chart sort the Torque Test Channel has. As someone who is researching for my next tool purchase. Things like Tool Warranty, fit and feel while in use means a lot. Again thank you

[@salekiosk]

Such as Snap On $300-$400 ratchets?

[@firebladex8586]

I like the pneumatic ratchets. Ingersol Rand makes really nice ones.

[@dancearoundtheworld5360]

17:50

[@mrnadz69]

Why does it look so much and sound like the snap on one hmm…

[@nel6211]

While watching yours' and other videos on cordless ratchets there is one thing nobody ever mentions. That is with full battery how much torque does the tool put out when tightening a bolt or nut?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

This is really pointless for a cordless ratchet. They are meant to run nuts on and off, not be an impact wrench. Thanks for watching.

[@nel6211]

@@Shoptoolreviews Some people use these on cars to run bolts into manifolds and valve covers, etc. Would be good know what kind of torque these put out so not to overtighten the bolts.

[@dingchavez1960]

@@nel6211 They're mostly rated for 35-55 ft-lbs, but if you're gonna care about the torque, you really need to buy a torque wrench or adapter.

[@sargentd3125]

Looks like a quality tool

[@jamallaidley4718]

Cool Tool Tim 🔧 😎 👌

[@jasonsimpson1039]

Ryobi did it went above wht they said from ur tests

[@itsatoolthing6323]

When you do the size and weight part of the video you should show a chart or some way of showing where the tool your showing fall compared to it competition.

[@XavierG7692]

Is this brushless like the standard reach AC Delco version?

[@rolandm9750]

No, it seems no G12 extended ratchet is. I seen a comment from Durofix on Amazon that mentions they may have one in the works, but this one is not brushless.

[@Persia3]

I order one of this

[@BlindMansRevenge2002]

I think the question should be who isn’t making an electric ratchet these days

[@brikoplanet]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@gford1491]

I wanna see drop tests from 5ft up lol

[@ruinunes8251]

No joke, you have a point. These are supposed to take a beat but your never know. Never thought of that.

[@jascospeed]

No battery gauge? Still can't get over the name, sounds cheap and looks it with that led and lack of battery gauge... Its a good option for those weekend diy'ers ...

[@allanb3222]

It's a popular brand name here in the UK.

[@1ohmwrecker]

Aka ACDelco lol

[@galvanizedgnome]

Makita is a better value at twice the price

[@skylarfreeman8097]

This tool looks like a Chinese rebrand of a Chinese rebrand of a Chinese rebrand.

[@ruinunes8251]

At the end, what is the final rebrand then? 😂

[@dingchavez1960]

Taiwanese tools tend to be pretty decent for the price. They're not mainland Chinese crap that tend to be complete gambles.