Tools From Japan: Ko-ken Attack Driver!

[@kennethstephens8046]

If there was a Japanese tool truck I’d be on their every week. Especially since I work on Toyota’s

[@thedarkmage7373]

It seems I have found a brother.

[@Grabarz23]

in era of ebay, amazon and thousands of tool shops you need a tool truck ?

[@kennethstephens8046]

@@Grabarz23 most of the snap on/matco stuff I own, I went on the truck and held it first before ordering it off of eBay or somewhere else (especially if matco rebranded). A tool truck is nice to go on and look around and get an idea of whether or not the tool you saw online is just as nice or useful in person. But I’m not dumb enough to pay the tool truck price unless I absolutely have to

[@frankweathersbee2553]

Bought an impact driver when I was 14 years old at a flea market, I'm 63 & still have it, been a tech since 76'.

[@zjenji]

If you off-road or overland, this tool is invaluable! It’s lighter then bringing battery impact drivers and small enough for your emergency tool roll. I’ve used mine twice in emergency situations in Moab.

[@gavinharper5744]

had that tool for 30 years in nz and still going strong...

[@MrSubaru1387]

Awesome!

[@bigsmoke6189]

Me too, and four socket sets from 1 /4" to 3/4" very good quality.

[@tristanabeck]

That title got me confused, i was like “how the hell would tools attack a driver”😂

[@interceptor7905]

Lol

[@Toolaholic7]

lncludes being used on Japanese motorcycles,ATVs and side by sides which use JlS screws which the Japanese vehicles use too.l do admit the Japanese make great tools,have the Vessel Megadora impacting screwdriver set l purchased for the first time

[@Abucody]

Useful and beautiful tool information from Mr. Subaru. Thank you the knowledgeable Mr. Subaru.

[@yuchenliu6939]

I have got it a few months ago, different brand but the same thing, to remove the v5 sti idle air control unit, works like a dream. I tap and screw-free.

[@michaelbrennan7148]

Thanks. Another quality tool from Ko-ken. Might have to put it on the wish list. Thanks for discount code:)

[@hubnz]

There is a huge advantage over battery or compressed air impact / rattle guns especially if you try to loosen Phillips or Pozi or flat blade style bolts. Every time you knock the driver the blade is not only rotated but pressed into the screw head. This much limits the risk of damaging the screw and the bit.

[@brianks4752]

Just used one of those today to break loose a rusty screw. I don't know who made it, or how old it is. Grandpa gave it to me in the 90's

[@uncletony3025]

This channel gas completely opened my eyes.

[@courtneyblackwell9211]

great tool, i have one and use it alot on my rusty project car.....

[@timbrown9731]

I think I’m gonna have to get this or at least put it on my wish list! Too bad I could use it on my idler pulley for the radiators in the way! Anyway it should break free I’m out here in California where we get no rain so I ain’t got no rust….. anywhere on the car!

[@kennethstephens8046]

Was watching some of your older videos and saw the best tools of 2020. I would love to see a comparison between the Mac precision torque wrenches in that video and the new craftsman v series wrenches. The v series tools show some definite Facom and USAG similarities.

[@d.stiles19]

Might have to buy this just to get some frustration out! 😂😂 good review 🤘🏻

[@d.stiles19]

I wonder how much torque you can apply with this when tightening?

[@jmd1743]

I wish somebody would build a solid electronic repair screw driver set where the bits aren't manufactured with soft Chineseium, and the bits are standardized as I bought a kit that had the bits that were undersized to the point that they needed a magnet to hold the bits into the screw driver.

[@marvinc02]

Looks nicer than the Vessell model.

[@channelsixtysix066]

Very nice looking impact driver and typical Japanese engineering. I've bookmarked their website, because I saw Koken in your video. Thanks.

[@xVern]

I just picked one of these up last month. It's so nice.

[@ramsandrzr3706]

Very cool. Good to keep in the truck for the side of the road emergency type thing. 💯🔥👍

[@duolccmjohn]

Another great useful video, I am going to order a set. Looks better and easier than my air impact, Thank you for the promo code.

[@georgeferlazzo7936]

Hello again Mr. Subaru 1387 Thank you for another Great Video. Again thank you

[@chriscas-ToolAficionado]

I had some success with getting some 'turbo'/'tornado' sockets to bite into a fastener. It attacked it pretty good.

[@MrSubaru1387]

I tried Irwin twist sockets on my Snap-on impact driver a while back on a rusty Subaru rocker cover bolt. Didn't grab.

[@chriscas-ToolAficionado]

@@MrSubaru1387 yeah, thats why I wrote some success 😆 I had ones that didn't bite and just ruins the spiral 'lip' of the socket.

[@MrSubaru1387]

@@chriscas-ToolAficionado mine are old and kinda chewed up. Should upgrade to the Ko-ken or better made versions.

[@ugafan1779]

Would love to see the Attack Driver used in an industrial setting such as a paper mill and compared to the likes of a Gedore impact driver!

[@hermanbril2682]

Great stuff! I am trying to find out what size the bits are? Are these 5 mm in diameter? Or 8? I would like to know what impact bits I can use on the 1/2 size bit holder. In case I need to buy replacements etc. It's very hard to find out. Nice video!

[@michealrobinson]

Very nice! Wonder how it compares to the Snap-on impact driver. I cringe every time I have to grab that thing in the cold. Gloves don't help at all lol

[@ypeveldhuis4527]

Got both, but serious jobs get the koken treatment!

[@borishasarrived5524]

I don't know if I should buy this or the other one without rubber. Please help!

[@matthenderson]

Not to be confused with the game ending Chicken Attack!

[@olbricky6824]

Many people do not know that Japanese parts and tools are often as good or exceed the quality levels of their American counterparts

[@offthestreetsandinthecreek7294]

Love your videos

[@heyitsfranklynn168]

Im a koken fanboy. Got REAL sick yesterday and deliriously bought the smaller metal koken driver. Looking today it kinda looks like a rebranded tool a couple brands sell. It was only $60 but im still a bit worried. Hopefully its good either way.

[@alexruiz5255]

I wonder what the tightest bolt it can loosen is

[@layoutman69]

Nice tool!

[@hayqueporter3884]

awesome like always. be nice to have here in nz...

[@BlindBatG34]

How did the Koken spark plug sockets with the integrated extension work out? I’m a Snap-On fanboy but I decided to give Koken a shot since I don’t own any 9/16 or 14mm spark plug sockets. Looks like Koken makes a 14mm regular spark plug socket, a super thin wall, a universal joint, a 8” extension and a 10” extension variety. I’m debating on which ones to try for FB engines,

[@MrSubaru1387]

I love the Ko-ken spark plug sockets. Haven't touched my Snap-on or MAC ones since getting the Ko-ken.

[@Rodogg7787]

Hi, I was just wondering if 50$ for the ½" driver is a good deal, has the case but only comes with one bit. It's used, in decent shape. Thanks

[@toddwittke3173]

Love koken tools

[@thedarkmage7373]

Is a cross type a Phillips or Jis

[@newtwitchclipper]

IS THERE A BENEFIT USING THIS VS A ELECTRIC IMPACT DRIVER? I HAVE A 2000 SONOMA AND THE TAILGATE HINGE T40 IS GIVING ME HELL.

[@jonk6137]

Might need pick one up

[@happytreesllc6369]

good tool

[@benbullock2281]

Is it true that Hazet’s impact driver is rebranded Koken? The Hazet’s are cheaper in Europe.

[@MrSubaru1387]

I'm honestly not sure. Could be. Ko-ken has supplied other brands before.

[@NZ_Lexus_IS-F]

I recently bought their metric and SAE hex to 3/8 bits, is it normal for them not to have the trays

[@shepherdsfleetservicesllc8147]

You like koken better or snap on?

[@ikariku]

Nice tool!!

[@charlespayne1909]

Will Japanese and German tools be the new gold standard , like snap-on was back in the day?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Snap-on is still a gold standard.

[@lp2565]

COOL!

[@jonaustin262]

Price on this kit?

[@TheMadhatter2561]

Better than snap on ?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Better in price, and Snap-on doesn't offer the overmold/comfort grip.

[@gregharbison6220]

I had one it lasted 15 years and would of lasted longer if did not loan it to a animal working on a D8 cat who used 8 lb. Sledgehammer to drive it. worked as good as any.

[@gregoryadams101]

Where do you guys buy your koken tools

[@MrSubaru1387]

Kokenusa.com promo code MrSubaru10 is good for 10% off your order.

[@charlespayne1909]

If tool truck tools get bought out , just saying . like sk tools. Should we all buy Japanese tools?

[@andrewscott8892]

Has anyone used the older Mac impact driver? I am going to buy one for 15 on offerup don't see how I can lose unless it is broken I guess

[@charlespayne1909]

Does anybody know about factory gear in Japan?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Yup. Want to visit if I ever can get to Japan.

[@LabiaLicker]

I like these but when/why would you use this instead of an impact wrench?

[@NikephorosPhokas]

It’s certainly more portable than an impact wrench and batteries.