Snap-On, MATCO, ICON, Gearwrench, Carlyle, Long Term Ratchet Review

[@idontknowwhattoputhere1933]

Clay koon is at home thinking. What a nice beginner ratchet collection

[@dutchynehtam]

I love how all these tool channels all what each other! Great community to be involved in man

[@BRG13DEAN]

I have that exact 1/4" tekton set and love it. Been using it almost daily for over a year now and it hasn't skipped a beat. I threw a set of bits in that empty space which was my only complaint,that's the only thing that would make this set better. Great for interior work, small engine work, and anything with small tedious fasteners like you mentioned. And it fits perfectly in my tool bag when I have to bring tools home or go on a road call. Highly recommend this set to anyone in the market for one.

[@jbsmooth7996]

Great review I've got a snap on 1/2 dr long that was my dad's from 1944 and I wouldn't take a million bucks for it and STILL STILL WORKS

[@eltonhigginbotttomii6586]

Recently became a fan on the channel.. became a mechanic earlier last year, I ve watched alot of tools videos and channels. One of my favorite things about you Justin is you won't review something without actually putting that tool to work. So many of these KZbinrs will come out w a "tool review" of them opening the tool that day and talking about how much they like it. How is that useful for anyone? My point, thanks for making quality videos and I will continue to watch!

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

Thank you very much! I appreciate your support of my channel. Thanks for your kind words. Cheers!

[@eltonhigginbotttomii6586]

I just happened to be drinking a beer.. Cheers brother!

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

@@eltonhigginbotttomii6586 Cheers!

[@asmautollc]

Anyone watching this probably has that same addiction. Agree completely, it’s great to have two complete setups (outside the specialty tools and some power tools) for home and work.

[@JDMJACOB1]

Almost 5 uploads in one week?! Your spoiling us!! Keep them coming!!!

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

I'll try! Thanks Brotherman! Cheers!

[@mikefinto4048]

Great videos, I'm glad you actually use your tools before a full review. I was watching a video on the new quinn screwdrive set at HF guy just took them out of the box gave a review like he used them for years. Said the grip would be slippery with oil or grease, I went out and bought the set used it haven't had any issues, greasy hands oily never slipped, Keep it up

[@Combo223]

So true. Some KZbinrs don't know how to differentiate between an unboxing and a review.

[@kenzotristen7435]

I realize it's kind of randomly asking but does anyone know a good website to stream newly released series online?

[@ibrahimblake1219]

@Kenzo Tristen I dunno lately I have been using Flixportal. you can find it thru google=) -ibrahim

[@kenzotristen7435]

@Ibrahim Blake thanks, I went there and it seems to work =) I really appreciate it !

[@ibrahimblake1219]

@Kenzo Tristen glad I could help :)

[@andrewvillanueva3722]

I like the gear wrench for the money.

[@bakkencutter189]

In that empty spot on the tekton set I have a flex head ratchets, stubby ratchet, a 5" Knipex cobra, a 5" knopex pliers wrench, and a bit kit with Phillips and flathead. All fits in their perfectly. 1 stop shop grab and go kit. No wrenches needed for projects.

[@justhays]

I own 32 ratchets! I only need 3!

[@brianklein6387]

I dont know how you car mechanics afford all these tool truck ratchets and tools I've been industrial marine mechanic (shipyards tug boats cranes bulldozers etc. ) for 14 years I dont own any truck brands just gearwrench Pittsburgh & now some ICON tools which are awesome I love the fact I just take em a few miles to my harbor freight store & warranty them or just buy more

[@I_Died_2_Weeks_Ago]

They can't which is why they're broke and in debt

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Great overview brother. That long 1/2 snap on looks like an absolute beast. And that 1/4 long snap on is awesome to bad it had issues. That is a nice feature with the tekton extension/driver. Great review 👍

[@charlesfox6176]

Need to get a thumb wheel ratchet.

[@bobbygarrett9588]

Thanks Justin for a great ratchet review! I like the tape job on the 1/4”, I have actually used heat shrink tubing before to prevent slippage. I prefer the full line of Carlyle ratchets. Thanks for a great video !

[@MajorWeakness]

Tennis racket tape works great on ratchet handles

[@richardburns9772]

I agree, that Tekton Kit is da bomb

[@petkovalev9074]

Masking tape is very good idea. I used it on the punches and chisels.

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

Nice!!! 🍻☕️👍

[@icemonk12]

On most flex head ratchets they have a lock washer. If you unscrew bolt on flex head & pull head out you can spread washer or replace it that will tighten up the flex head

[@dutchynehtam]

My confession is that I love the new Craftsman gun metal grey ratchets. As well as my trusty Duralast and Tekton flex heads. Those are my go-to ratchet choices.

[@pophamlarry]

Hey Justin.... cheers! Have you ever tried that platidip they sell at home depot? It works great! I've double dipped channel lock pliers where the handles had fallen off from age It works fabulous! Plasidip....try it you'll like it...... love your channel. Keep up the great work.... your loyal follower....Larry..... cheers!

[@mikefennema5561]

Many of my ratchets I coil nylon cord or para-cord around the grip area of the handle. I then mix up some five minite epoxy and coat the coiled handle. That gives me a nice amount of traction thats comfortable in cold weather, yet not to bulky.

[@jthomos21]

I love the wrachet review...also the new intro is nice. Good job and keep the videos coming.

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

Thanks! Will do! Cheers!

[@debolt4796]

Moving back to snap on found out GearWrench warranty sucks went back to advance auto with a broken socket and ratchet told to call GearWrench they gave me the run around no warranty.

[@ClientGraphics]

@debolt Autozone sells Duralast tools. Did you mean you had issues at Advanced Auto Parts as they should be swapping out with the Teq Correct. You can also warranty Gearwrench at most any Fastenal but they do have to order in a new item. That's been my best experiences with how to warranty locally otherwise its the phone call to the company.

[@xephael3485]

4:30 can't warranty that ratchet to snapon? Maybe make video of what it takes.

[@YungSteambuns]

The tekton 1/4in set was my go-to for taking with me to the junkyard, had storage for extra bits or a smaller ratchet, a blue shop towel and any loose nuts/screws or bolts for the part you're removing 100% worth the $50 I will say I'm not a fan of the ratchet design, I have the older version which had a shorter fatter 72t 1/4 that I removed and replaced with a 144t husky ratchet from home depot, fit perfect

[@guyconnell2250]

I picked up that Tekton master 1/4" drive set last year. Real nice stuff. I also like the nut driver and have the Carlyle one also.

[@yarbrouc1]

Flip the washer around on the floppy snappy and it’ll make it’ll be tight.

[@maxwellclark7054]

Nice intro dude! Bartle doo 👍

[@aaronmoore5552]

I picked up a titan micro swivel head ratchet at Oreilly’s. I use the hell out of it to get into small places or just get bolts started and tighten little past hand tight. Great for timing covers or anything that you want to get squared up before you put torque. For $15 can’t beat it. Bought 2 more since then. Awesome!!

[@scott22v]

Great information

[@brian_youtube]

If you like small ratchets, Nepros makes some of the best I have seen.

[@tonybelisle423]

Nice I like the new set up. I got loads of ratchets

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

Right on! Cheers Brotherman!

[@donaldhollums3278]

I like the Carlyle ratchets I have, but the flex-head on the 3/8", bent handle version seems to give way and flex out of position more than I care for it to if I inadvertently exert too much on it, it's not my "go-to" so I don't worry about it. One advantage though is the ratchet head has a small profile. Other Carlyle ratchets include the 1/2" swivel-head (I hope to add the 1/4" and 3/8" versions soon, mainly for the 100-tooth design), a standard 1/2" fixed-head, and a stubby 3/8" version. The 3/8" locking flex-head is at the top of the "want" list right now. I guess the Gearwrench 3/8" swivel-head would be considered my "go-to" ratchet, I have used it the most. I'm glad to gloat about that Tekton 1/4" set; mine has the older 72-tooth ratchet and Tekton told me the new 90-tooth mechanism is not interchangeable. I have had that kit for almost four years and no bad issues ah-tall. I think it's a great alternative to having a nut driver set, also. Using the ratchet in the end of the driver handle has coming in handy, as well. Is your favorite wrench set next for a review?

[@Bass4LifeBro]

Sad to hear that matco and snap on only last a year before skipping teeth. Ive had a dewalt and Craftsman set I've used for almost 5 years and neither set has skipped a tooth.

[@edtheoldtechguy]

Man nice ratchet collection!

[@ChadG2]

I've had that tekton set for about 3 weeks now and it works as good as any other set I've had. For $55 I think it was you cant beat it especially for a complete set.

[@texacajundiy]

I got one of those little 3/8 SO square handle's about a month ago. It's now my favorite ratchet.

[@luigigonzalez5062]

In case you are interested, I just out the other day tekton sells individuals 15mm 1/4 inch drive as well 5/8

[@DonBMW]

I may also have a ratchet addiction. Two of my favorites not mentioned here. 1/4 Snap-On Flex ratchet; a gem for interior work. 1/2 SK ratchet. It’s a beast that will take a beating and useful for suspension work.

[@to4e440]

I like the new introduction

[@mauriciogonzalez9000]

Dope shirt 🤙🏽

[@michaelkolbe5963]

Awesome collection

[@vlogoween1013]

Evercraft has that type driver handle/extension for under $5, looks just like the Carlyle except for the color

[@Bittrich1]

I bought a 24 inch 1/2 drive Tekton ratchet and so far it works great.

[@socaldang5296]

Best tool review channel hands down!

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

Thanks Brotherman 🍻🤙

[@smitty2jones]

I had one of those driver extensions with the square head on the back. I think it came with a Silver Eagle (Matco) set I got years ago. It was lost long ago also.

[@WHATDATTOOLDO]

Almost every 5$ driver I've ever owned has them they are quite common....

[@anthonygm85]

I have a few of those rachet dr handle style extensions that I pair with a rachet thumb wheel works great

[@raymondmccarthy7104]

Justin. Harbor freight also has a 1/4 driver that you can use as an extention.

[@MrRubenrivera9649]

I have Dewalt, Crescent, Stanley, power torque, Great neck, perfomax, husky, masterforce socket sets and some Ace hardware brand also and they work great. I forgot I have a (Allen) brand set that is great as well

[@larryborkstrom3580]

You like that Tekton set I've looked at one myself wish I would bought that insteed of the craftsman for my to go bag

[@wertz987]

Teki ton, i have all there products plus icon and Mastercraft from 20 yrs ago. I also just got into Carlyle I love it

[@josefelix4152]

Nice collection! Since I got my cordless ratchets I rarely touched my regular ratchets xD, but I would love that Tekton set

[@Pmagmaster]

I'll be definitely waiting on review of the tekton stuff I want the offset ratchet they make an amazon sells it for 30 bucks also I want to know more about the product

[@biggiefitz6275]

Look forward to seeing what you think of the Tekton set. Cool video!

[@toolsmetals2148]

I thought Craftsman was back we're is that Ratchet at ?

[@F.U.andS.T.F.U]

LOL

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

I gave the whole kit to Dorito & the Luche Cabre Channel. You guys got to really keep up that was a year ago 🤣🤣🍻🤘🎸

[@toolsmetals2148]

@@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway 😂🤣😂

[@brandonshook4095]

Have to say I'm digging the new intro man

[@edtheoldtechguy]

New intro? Looking sharp bro!

[@richardbates2367]

3/8 in a 1/4 body like the snap on ratchet really comes in handy for bellhousing bolts on third gen gm gbody cars and most vehicles with headers to get the bolts loose Justin sir??!

[@joeldenning5693]

Maybe Snap-On discontinued 1/4" driver extension but I own 1 bought it back in 2000 or 2001. Great tool though everyone needs one.

[@ashlandgunclub1000]

Proto has been doing that since at least 1997.

[@andrewscott8892]

Armstrong 1/4" drivers have female ends on the back of the handle, you can get nos and used ones on eBay

[@davidwalle5025]

you and mr. Clay have an addiction to ratchets, you both can go to big mac clinic, the rest of us are not far behind. I like the texe-tom ratchets and kobalt. Been comparing the icon and pittsburgh pro in use and the pittsburgh pro believe it or not is out performing the icon. The texton and kobalt are still the top choices. Do have any matco because I don not have a dealer. Good Video keep the coming, use and abuse the texton and review it.

[@kadenm9522]

Thanks this helps me figure out which I’m gonna buy

[@TONYSTARK-jh2wu]

I want to see a review on tekton impacts after 6 months and compare them to the icons how do they wear

[@YungSteambuns]

I had the 1/2in tekton impact set that I used through tech school and it held up fine, I still use it for jobs here and there at home I did break the 1/2 to 3/8in reducer but they sent me out a new one which seems to be a different material

[@TONYSTARK-jh2wu]

@@YungSteambuns ok the reason I bring this up is because the icon sockets are really soft they are pure molly. They're only 3 months old but look like 10 years old. The Pittsburgh are vanadium molly and are 4 years old but look like they are 3 months old

[@YungSteambuns]

@@TONYSTARK-jh2wu are you talking about your own personal sets looking like they're super old after a couple months of us? But back to the tekon set, when I got mine about 2yrs ago it was chrome vanadium impacts with black paint on them, the new reducer they sent me im pretty sure was moly The kit was 4888 I always thought it was strange the impact socket set was made out of straight vanadium

[@TONYSTARK-jh2wu]

@@YungSteambuns yes my sets. I actually like the vanadium impact sockets the deform a lot less because my icon 17mm is now like a 17¼it has a lot of slop not and I dont want to warranty them every 3 months

[@ogarci0032]

That’s one bad ass intro Justin 🤘🏻

[@mandapalque]

Justin Dow: Have you ever have to get a repair kit for that snap-on 1/2" long ratchet?

[@myfreedom4989]

Use radiator silicone hose for comfort grip

[@anthonygm85]

Tekiton never get old

[@markdavid578]

Carlyle, MAC axis, Snap On

[@awauto7229]

Mac has locking hand driver extension, I don't remember if they're in 1/4" or just 3/8".

[@ToddEStewart]

If you don’t have a long handle (18-24 inch) 1/2 inch ratchet your missing out. I have a Proto long handle and it’s my favorite.

[@F.U.andS.T.F.U]

Price on the 24" snap on flexhead? The 1/2"

[@deltahawk1001]

$250.00 on Snap-On's website. dealer specials etc. may make it a bit cheaper.

[@F.U.andS.T.F.U]

@@deltahawk1001 much appreciated

[@blazebox71]

Its 280 if you get the comfort grip

[@dougdroen7519]

Question u ever come across a pro series ratchet with a red n black handle. Has pro series on the handle n. 3/8ths along with pro series on the neck

[@howiecole2035]

Try taping your handles with athletic tape like you would a baseball bat its got a nice feel

[@anthonygm85]

I been eyeing the F out of the 25 inch snap on but fixed head I use i use 1 1/8" daily and the breaker bar is just OK. Gearwrench ratchets are my least favorite I've used 120xp specifically. I go with my long snap on 3/8 and sk lp90. I have doubles of these, 1/2 round heads i barley use now. I need to get in some quality 1/4 dr ratchets I'm still rocking a square handle craftsman for some reason but now I need a quality one I have kept my old craftsman tools and cheap stuff and modified them all to wired situations

[@76Starship]

Good video, Thanks

[@stever5887]

Besides saving you a bag of money, isn't it a better idea to just use a 25" breaker bar rather than the same-size ratchet? I bring this up as the ratchet mechanism is the weakest part of the tool. You only need the longer bar to break the fastener loose, and there's a greater chance of damaging a ratchet mechanism doing that over using the breaker bar. Start by loosening the fastener with the BB (at half the cost of the same-size ratchet), then use a shorter ratchet or a combination wrench to loosen the fastener the rest of the way. If you need the 25" length of the breaker bar to finish removing the fastener, then continue using it. Just remember, they call it a breaker bar for a reason.

[@brettwalkom948]

Retchets are really strong these days.. Besides lifetime warranty they'll put a new mechanism in it

[@ViperMods_216]

Love the content

[@rileyrosselli4587]

@Justindow hey man I just got a 64 piece gear wrench socket set set and the ratchets came with dents in the handles and the plastic moulding is cracked and completely unusable, What do you recommend I do?

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

I would take it back and ask to exchange it if you bought it from the store. If you bought it online you can either return it or contact Gearwrench and they will take care of you.

[@ramirocruz3414]

No 3/4 drive ratchet tho ??

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

Forgot it at work. I have the Gearwrench 3/4 drive. Check past tool box tours you'll see it. Cheers!

[@henryramos378]

What microphone do you use ? Nice audio . Badass review btw , favorite ratchet if I had to choose one would be the 12 inch Matco comfort grip locking flex head

[@richardburns9772]

How about throwing Tekton in dat mix J Dawg?!

[@THELUNCHBOX665]

Good times

[@LuchMobGarage]

🤘🏻🐿🤘🏻

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

Doritoooooo....🤘

[@leftyspinn]

You need a new spring washer for the snap on flex. Forget the tape man haha

[@paulrich9198]

Get some Nepro ratchets

[@austinmoore1689]

2:21 giggity

[@Swampyankeehomestead]

Till the tape gets slimy, yuck!

[@nicholasrichards9523]

I swear I hear baby chickens in the background of this video. Am I crazy?

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

lol Nope. I got 16 little baby chickens and I've been having to keep up with their growth spert. I have to build a full size coop I think over the weekend.

[@nicholasrichards9523]

Awesome man! My wife and I have been keeping chickens for about 7 years now. Her latest challenge has been breeding showgirl/naked neck chicks. If you aren't familiar with them, definitely check them out.

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

@@nicholasrichards9523 man I had know idea they grow so fast. I can barely keep up with them lol Tractor supply employee told me 7 weeks... ya right. try 3 weeks. Now they are four weeks and have all almost doubled in size. Most have already feathered out except the brahmees

[@nicholasrichards9523]

You are going to have fun man, I promise. The excitement of your first egg will make all the headache and money invested worthwhile! But on a side note: I'm a long time fan of your videos, and your content has helped me with quite a few purchases. From one blue collar man to another; KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, BROTHER!!

[@hrford8362]

plethora..........hmmmm......... big word for ya

[@edtheoldtechguy]

Tekton! What! No no no blasphemy! Gear wrench is better.... LOL 😆

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

🤣🤣🤣 Damn Right Gearwrench is Better!! You know it! 🎸🔧🥃