Tekton 91804 3 Piece Swivel Head Ratchet Set

In this video we take a look at Tekton's PN 91804, a 3 Piece Set of Swivel Head Ratchets. The set includes a 1/4" Drive, 3/8" Drive, and 1/2" Drive all sporting Swivel Heads with Quick Release mechanisms. I picked the set up from Amazon for around $65 and represents a HUGE value.
This is my first experience with Tekton and I must say I am impressed. The initial quality seems good and the value this set represents is insane. Getting 3 Swivel Head Ratchets for $65 still just seems absurd to me.
The video was recorded way back in early March and subsequently I have used the ratchets a lot! I've put in the most time with the 3/8" Drive and 1/4" Drive (underbody plastics on my Challenger). Both have performed flawlessly and have made working in tight situations even easier.
Granted, I only have about 2 months of usage now, but so far so good.
Do you have this set of Tekton Swivel Head Ratchets? How has it held up for you? What is your experience with Tekton Tools and their products?
I will definitely be looking to Tekton for more tools in the future!
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[@peterman8058]

Tekton definitely puts no money into fancy packaging and that is fine with me, because that cost just goes directly into the tool. I can tell you I have been using Tekton for awhile now and these guys are top notch! I can't believe the value, these are professional grade tools, test after test these tools hold their own, right up there with Snap On. Warranty is the best in the industry hands down.

[@richardbates2367]

I can always use a socket driver and a ratcheting bit screwdriver and that's why between that and the 1/4 inch hex impact driver cordless 20v DeWalt dcf787 and the Milwaukee m18 version are usually sufficient.and check out some of the ratchet line from tekton

[@richardbates2367]

And I have had several sets of the oem and great neck allen and hex head bit socket rail sets and they are good i still have yet another replacement set of OEM tools set of the color coded socket rail allen bit sockets for doing disc brakes on first gen dodge Dakota regular cab long bed se and Chevy s10 el regular cab short bed both were 2wd trucks

[@MrSupernova111]

Nepro makes some beautiful tools! But these Tektons look amazing! I need to get a set of these! Thanks!

[@ZGoddessLola]

I wonder how these held up after almost 4 years

[@Mr.Moose5000]

I have a Pittsburgh 3/8 and a 1/2 inche Tekton. Exacly the same.. Pittsburgh was like 16 bucks and its pretty durable... Been having it for 3 years... I just got a tekton on new years.. Its just the same

[@richardbates2367]

You might want to look at both the capri,gear wrench and the tekton hex, Allen or torx long bit sockets and one thing i like about the tekton sets is they have a set screw, and I believe the same thing for the capri i have the gear wrench version sets so I don't see buying the other two when they are very similar but I really like the tekton socket sets

[@ViperMods_216]

I used thier sae ratcheting wrenches for over a year everyday working on cranes and loved them.

[@jacobvandermolen3331]

I had them and returned them the ping and sheet metal feel of the ratcheting made me return them. I love all their products but those lol

[@tonybelisle423]

Tekton tools are fantastic I am a professional auto technician use them daily and if they break all you have to do is take a picture send it to tekton with your name and address they will mail you a new one

[@lonestarmopars]

Awesome! Thanks for the first hand feedback. At work a lot of our impact sets are missing sockets, some are worn, half the swivels no longer swivel...I was planning to bring in the Tekton set of 1/2" Drive due to the size range, etching, and price. I would have ordered late this week, but we got swamped. Will try to get them ordered Monday at the office. Their larger, contrast etching will be a nice perk for a few of the older guys.

[@oreogonzalez8123]

Nice!

[@andrewsalazar98]

@@christopherc1976 I believe he said “if.”

[@richardbates2367]

I have lost a few sockets lol but have not broken anything can't say that for either of the older USA craftsman vv or g series sockets and the great neck USA or the Taiwan made auto zone parts store great neck socket sets and I still work on the 4wd trucks and farm equipment only most everything seems to be 1500 4wd and trust me that is a big difference from the late 60's 70's through the middle of the 80's 2500 and k20 and the equivalent c2500 c20 gm square body Chevy trucks and even dad's old 70 Ford F-250 360fe truck or momma's truck that is still around 96 Ford F-250 extended cab long bed beefy suspension it's a actually a hd truck was a 7.3 power stroke truck was swapped out to 7.5 460bbf gas aode automatic transmission and factory heavy duty 2200 diesel power stroke torque converter you talk about a heavy truck

[@mph3500]

I've had a set of tri lobe screwdrivers and a 3/8ths ratchet and all have held up well.

[@whatzittooya1696]

These look almost identical to the pittsburgh pro 3/8" drive swivel head ratchet. The only difference i see is the red on the grips instead of green.

[@yrtuag]

Thanks for the review 👍😎 🤠

[@lonestarmopars]

Thanks for watching!

[@yrtuag]

@@lonestarmopars You're welcome Sir 🤠

[@richardbates2367]

I can't really bring myself to buy these gyro ratchets but I probably would get the tekton set of those not that set of green and black ones from Pittsburgh but my combination wrench, and chrome 3/8 and 1/2 inch sockets have been somewhat worked between the early tbi 94 k1500 Chevy Silverado extended cab short bed Z71 and the current 2000 dodge ram laramie slt quad cab long bed 5.2 litre 318 magnum V8 46 RE AT gloss black with most of a white pinstripe 1500 4x4 and my buddys two vehicles a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix 4dr buick 3800 series 2 sfi v6 supercharger gtp, and the 98 dodge ram st 5.9 46rh long bed 1500 4x4 for a complete base model truck the factory motor, transmission and transmission cooler and rear axle is special order compared to the 2000 dodge ram laramie slt truck i own lol

[@richardbates2367]

Get you a set of socket adapter set 3/8 and 1/2 inch dr by gear wrench use the corresponding size ratchet wrench and use the adapter and the needed spark plug socket and you'll be glad you have them as a option i used that combination changing plugs on a 89 Pontiac trans am gta formula 305 sbc h.o. 5spd it had hooker comp headers, and i also used a craftsman g series square raised panel 3/8 Long handle flex head ratchet and the pm popular mechanics brand 5/8 spark plug socket rubber isolator inside has a hex on the top of the 3/8 dr spark plug socket, it's almost a inch shorter than the g2 usa series craftsman equivalent spark plug socket in 5/8 the pm socket used to be in a set with a pm ratchet and short extension Walmart sold them around the lawn care tune up parts valuable socket because of the length, and get you some magnetic spark plug sockets rhise come in handy too especially with headers

[@richardbates2367]

I have forgotten to mention that GTA was a numbers matching 100 percent complete almost original smog pump a.i.r. equipped ac compressor car and that's why I had to use so many different options for getting the spark plugs out of the cylinder heads and I am not a header fan for this reason I prefer manifolds. And I have a small increments labeled tape measure its a magnet end duratech brand what brand is the black widow tape measure and the end metal clip you hang on the edge of what you want to measure is what has magnet in the end of it

[@shadvan9494]

I have had these Tekton ratchets for a several of years now. granted I only restore old cars as a hobby, but they seem to hold up great. the 3/8 in particular is my new go to ratchet any time I need to do any work on a car. people claim they are just rebranded harbor freight, but I don't think that is the case, Tekton designs most of their own tools and then has them manufactured overseas, I am betting that the same overseas company that makes these for Tekton is also selling them to Harbor Freight under their new Pittsburg Professional line, its also very similar to the Carlyle R38S100 so I would be suppressed if they made that ratchet as well... HF has been stepping up their game in the tool industry since about last year. a couple of years ago they only sold crappy tools that you were lucky if you didn't either break or hurt your self using. HF recently added a version of the Tekton composite ratchets that I have had for couple of years under the Pittsburg Professional line. which is why I think that it is a 3rd party manufacturer that is selling these to both Tekton and HF.

[@sokantnevesti603]

That is the case for sure,in Sweden they are branded as "Biltema" ,exact same ratchet,and I think I saw other names on that ratchet online.

[@RedQuasar13]

I have a Tekton 1/2" click torque wrench and their 1/4" torque wrench and I like both of them.

[@lonestarmopars]

Good news on the Torque Wrenches, I'm always looking to expand.

[@ranct1815]

I have the same set and they haven't failed me yet. I've owned these approximately a year. I also have their 1/2" impact sockets and I'm pleased on the endurance... 👨‍🔧

[@lonestarmopars]

Glad to hear, thanks for the insights! Funny you'd mention the 1/2" Impact Sockets. Work had worn out a few 1/2" and 15/16" so I brought in the red cased impact sets from Tekton and have been pretty pleased as well! They see a lot more use and abuse at work, but have held up great. Huge value given their price point!

[@iamfuckingyourwaifuandther2743]

I made that 1/4 inch one into a 3/8th one as well, so now I have the size of the 1/4inch ratchet but with 3/8 anvil.

[@lonestarmopars]

Nice!

[@Biglos454]

did you tear the ratchet apart and replace the anvil or use an adapter? this would be super useful. where did you get the anvil if you replaced it?

[@richardbates2367]

Buy you a 1/4 inch 3/8 dr bit socket adapter and then you can use any bit on the gyro tekton ratchet

[@illupgravengaard9275]

Looks like a top notch tool

[@lonestarmopars]

I've been very happy with them...the price point leaves little to complain about imo!

[@daniellloyd3948]

The Pittsburgh swivel head ratchets are exactly the same

[@richardbates2367]

I was really impressed with the auto zone parts store usa and the Taiwan made great neck socket and wrench and screwdriver and ratchet sets from the mid 80's to the late 99-2000 year range alot of the newer great neck Chinese made stuff is garbage..

[@kaylamarie8309]

I have the 3/8 and 1/2 inch drive Pittsburgh Pro swivel head ratchets from HF and they are absolutely identical to these ratchets. Id bet the same manufacturer makes both. The only difference is where these have red in the handles mine are green. These ratchets are awesome. I use mine a lot. I also gave some Tekton tools as well..love them!

[@mnpatriot7692]

As a minnesota boy, ive been known to have a few ratchets stick to my hands in the winter

[@douglaslourey9716]

Question: How do you clean and lubricate the Tekton Swivel Head Ratchet? I don't see a method for disassembly.

[@beinghuman3225]

Ever figure it out?

[@richieb3407]

Compare them to a Pittsburgh from Harbor Freight they're identical only difference is color

[@yrtuag]

They are. And the color scheme is changing from Green & black to red & black. www.harborfreight.com/1-2-half-inch-quick-release-swivel-head-ratchet-96783.html

[@1vw4me]

No, they're not. The ICON series has a better grip handle. Also, the ICON is smoother 90 tooth, the Tekton is 72 tooth.

[@kirkkw]

@@1vw4me He said Pittsburgh not Icon

[@richieb3407]

@@christopherc1976 no they give discounts to everyone pros and student and you dont have to take a pic to warranty

[@jonathangarzon2798]

No they are not the same telkton manefactures most of their own tools and many are made in the USA

[@thejeepinrealtor5742]

I’ve been wanting to get the 1/2 and 3/8. I have a Carlyle 1/4 and love it. I also have the largest Tekton socket sets in each drive size, a bunch of their screwdrivers and pliers, a set of their punches / chisels (almost all of the pliers, and all of the screwdrivers and punches/chisels are made in USA) and I have a full set of combination wrenches in both sae and metric. I also have other Tekton ratchets - flex heads etc. AND some Tekton hammers. All have been fantastic. Not crazy about some of the hammers, but love all of the rest of the tools. I’ve had to warrant one screwdriver and my wrench set came with two 22’s instead of a 21 and 22. Both times I just sent them a quick email. Part mailed next day on both. I have an extensive ratchet “collection”. SnapOn, matco, Mac, craftsman USA, new SK, Capri, among others. But I reach for my Tekton (or my Koken 3/8) almost every single time.

[@tooolboxx]

Since the swivel heads came out, I considered them to be akin to a Black & Decker gimmick (a dog bone, a battery-adjustable wrench, etc) but recently had a chance to borrow one and had a change of heart. I've been waiting to see if you had an update on the Tektons, but I think I am ready to pull the trigger on them with Amazon having a good price for the trio. Thanks for the review.

[@lonestarmopars]

I had used friend's flex head ratchets, but never a swivel head. I'm not sure how they would compare to other brands, but I've used them since I got them (mainly the 3/8" drive) and they've yet to break. Very nice, economical addition to the tool box imo!

[@jonathangarzon2798]

What's the difference between swivel and flex heads?

[@michaelguevara8015]

They look pretty good, but i got the pittsburgh ones instead, just cause they look exactly the same and harbor freight is always close to me for warranty vs sending it out and waiting for a new one. Plus you can get the whole 3 piece set for $35 if you use the $5 pittsburgh ratchet coupon.

[@aaronstanton7297]

Here 1 year later I have every 6tp metric socket and 1/4,3/8 and 1/2 ratchets from tekton and to me they feel just like tool truck tools I've been thinking of getting the swivel heads but I don't really know if i would use them or if they we would just be a box ornament in just so used to using normal ratchets.

[@andybub45]

They look the same as Pittsburgh Pro. That's not bad. I have a swivel head Pittsburgh pro 1/4 inch, its high quality.

[@PaulsToolReview]

What home depot is "no questions" asked return policy? It's just the opposite unless it's in prestine condition. Harbor Freight and Tekton the best for lifetime replacement for hand tools

[@gregp4735]

“Dorkily excited”....yeah, I’ve been there.

[@HadToChangeMyName_YoutubeSucks]

The set is $60 right now. And always buy directly from their site, you get 10% of the purchase price off your next purchase. That 1/4" is $20.

[@jonathangarzon2798]

Flex head vs swivel head, what's the difference

[@michaelkolbe5963]

Use a breaker bar every time they last you for life besides keeping them greased.

[@lonestarmopars]

These are still going strong for me...the roto heads are sort of hit and miss with who even has them. I believe Koken makes some, but for the price I paid on this set, I have zero complaints. 1/2" and 3/8" are used all the time.

[@iamfuckingyourwaifuandther2743]

Tekton screwdrivers are very good. Get their screwdriver set. Also those swivel head ratchets are the same ones you can get at harbor freight for about half the price assuming you use the 25% coupon, and $5 off coupon for their pro ratchets. Use the $5 off on the 1/4 inch ratchet, and the 25% on the 3/8 and 1/2 inch ones.

[@lonestarmopars]

Rare to have someone tell me to buy more screwdrivers, lol. That said, a few others have commented on the Tekton drivers. I hadn't seen these in Gearwrench or HF or I'd have gone with the HF offering. I've gotten a lot of use out of these thus far and they've been pretty good, no real complaints outside of instances where I should have been using a standard ratchet to begin with...

[@iamfuckingyourwaifuandther2743]

@@lonestarmopars The ones at harbor freight are green, but the shape and everything else about them are the same. Here's a link: www.harborfreight.com/3-8-eighth-inch-quick-release-swivel-head-ratchet-96782.html

[@richardbates2367]

And I also am really thinking i want the tekton wrench pouches for the 30pc sae and metric combination set.i believe they are $16 i don't know how well they will hold up though... Tekton tools are tough awesome reasonable price products!!! And I have the husky h194mts and I know they are made by the same company that sata gear wrench, and a few other brands but I like the sockets but I am not always happy how they fit certain extensions or ratchets that are different brands, not a issue almost ever from the tekton socket sets, and I really the husky brand combination wrenches that came in the h194mts tool set anybody have any experience good or bad with them is it worth trying to find like a 44pc set and buying the bigger individual sizes in sae and metric for the quality of these wrenches?!

[@TheTechGuider]

Those are literally the pittsburg ratchet from harbor freight

[@w.d.m-1899]

Dose of reality for ya.....those Tekton roto ratchets are made by the same manufacturer as Pittsburgh pro, from Harbor Freight. I know I own the Pittsburgh pro 3/8 version.

[@andybub45]

I have the 1/4 pittsburgh pro swivel. Its a great little ratchet.

[@uncletony3025]

Did they hold up well?

[@richardbates2367]

Do you all have a Meijer grocery store or department type store, because they sell tekton.

[@EdAtoZ]

LSM, So how have the Tekton swivel ratchets held up ?

[@thecrazyrepairman6286]

I live in northern MI, I go to Meijer for my Tekton tools or just order from the Tekton website which is cheaper, I have seen this brand for several years and never thought much of them until I bought a few things from them and just loved it, my ideal tool set would be all Wera but that's out of my budget, I will say I am just as happy with my Tekton.. I have also done a ton of research on this company and truth be said I can't say I have seen or heard anything bad about them..

[@lonestarmopars]

I only have a few Tekton Tools, but they have been good to me so far. I've also heard they are good on their warranty. I bought a composite ratchet and some 3/8" and 1/2" impact sockets to have at work and they've held up so far. I got the ratchet filthy somehow, but it works just fine...quite comfortable too (I've literally only used it to uncrate and rack electric motors).

[@joshuam7552]

13:05 thank you, that was irking me the whole video lol

[@Toyotas_n__Tools]

Great video I have one of those but its a snap on that needs to be back from warranty asap since its been way too long... I also have a Japanese Tone that is lightweight 144 tooth and even has a nut bolster like a screwdriver.. Its the Tone RH3VHW, I been thinking about trimming down my collection and repurpose the money into diagnostic tools. I have atleast 3 ratchets, maybe 4 that you would want which Id give you a cant say no type of deal on. =P I'll send you an email this weekend with my wares =)

[@iamfuckingyourwaifuandther2743]

Hey Yota, Thanks for letting us know about the Tone. I think I might buy one.

[@lonestarmopars]

I'm still wanting to bring in a Snap-On ratchet, but figured a flex head would be best. This set was stupid cheap...apparently it can be sourced elsewhere for even less as it is apparently re-branded. That Tone looks interesting! I feel like most people stock pile ratchets...prior to these, the Wera, and Stahlwille ones I picked up I had (3) raised panel Craftsman, (2) torque wrenches, a couple of ratchets included in mobile tool sets, and then Nepros one.

[@Toyotas_n__Tools]

I know exactly what you mean on the stock pile thing, these are the 2 left I have and I bought them for certain reason's.. I used to do everything with the passthru socket set and flex head ratchet wrenches from HF.

[@rikbitter]

Has anyone figured out how to open up these ratchets to lube them?

[@alexnavarro3661]

You can't they are sealed

[@alexnavarro3661]

Dip them in oil

[@josefelix4152]

I just got my first ratchet 3/8 flex head from tekton and their impact torx sockets, I'm excited to start using them tomorrow, I'm used to the Pittsburgh professional series flex heads, and the matco to, but I heard a lot of good things about this company, and I've been looking to replace my old arsenal, and these tekton tools seem like the perfect candidate. I did but an icon swivel 3/8 to try it out, it hasn't failed yet but it's too bulky xD and I'm not used to swivels.

[@HadToChangeMyName_YoutubeSucks]

It's not that bare metal is colder than other types of handles when it's -20, they're both the same temperature. It's that metal absorbs heat pretty fast while plastics and rubbers and such do not. The deal is that your hand is probably somewhat warmer than the surrounding environment while the tool is not, the metal is the same temperature as the surrounding environment so it can't suck any heat from there so it sucks the heat out of your hand as fast as it can, and it can suck the heat out far faster than rubber or plastic and such. Now if your hand is -30 the handle will feel warm...

[@Joel_E]

That's a pretty decent explanation of thermal conduction. Two factors affect how hot or cold something feels: thermal conductivity and temperature difference. If you've ever wondered why the 350 degrees F air in your oven doesn't immediately burn you like boiling water (212 degrees F) does, it's because air is terrible at transferring heat, while water is very good at it.

[@kmacnumber2]

Tekton tools are great but the swivel head ratchets are dead on IDENTICAL to Harbor Freight’s Pittsburgh Pro down to the design on the comfort grip handle. The only difference is that Tekton has a red handle and the Pittsburgh Pro has a green handle.

[@oreogonzalez8123]

Thank you my ocd was killing me. Lmao

[@G34RH34D]

How have they held up? I bought these a year ago, but have not had to use them yet.

[@lonestarmopars]

Funny you would ask...I just cleaned them the other day because they were filthy. They have held up surprisingly well...they are still my only roto heads, so 3/8" and 1/2" see a lot of use. I have rarely used the 1/4" but have full faith it would hold up just as well. Given the price point on these, I don't really think you can go wrong.

[@G34RH34D]

@@lonestarmopars Nice. Unfortunately Tekton stop making them. But I've seen them on Amazon. Probably still available on Ebay as well.

[@mathcritic]

Love Tekton/Pittsburgh tools. Please buy made in Taiwan not made in China 😀

[@iamher6422]

They’re Pittsburghs 🤣😂🤧🤷🏽‍♀️

[@ScottCarlson1965]

The gearwrench brand are the same as tekton,,,,just rebranded

[@lonestarmopars]

Really? I'll have to check that out. These have been pretty solid here initially. I've used them every chance I've had to see if there were any issues...outside of situations where a regular ratchet performs better (see also, on a creeper reaching beyond my head and farther under the car), they'be been good.

[@richieb3407]

You should have went to your local Harbor Freight you have gotten them way cheaper be careful of Rebrand

[@lonestarmopars]

I haven't been in a HF in awhile. Around here I have one and both major interstates are literal trainwrecks with construction. I will have to go eventually to pick up a back-up rivet gun and will check it out. I haven't done much with Tekton and came across the swivel heads and thought they looked good. I've used them a ton and have zero complaints thus far, but it is never good to overpay for a re-brand.

[@intothegamegen5067]

Tekton is not rebrand, they are starting to become the real deal! You should chek out their tools

[@nathanr.8556]

If you like green go ahead lol Tekton for me

[@PaulsToolReview]

@@nathanr.8556 new ones are red. Old ones are green.

[@mystuff1405]

SO MUCH FILLER. COME ON. I guess that's how youtube pays. You have good info though.

[@path3848]

They import nice tools, but their warranty is worthless (always guaranteed) hahaha

[@path3848]

@Bradley Groves yeah I do

[@path3848]

And how am I supposed to do that b rad? Ya fuckin douch

[@jeffreyswilsonsr5200]

Christ loooooooong winded

[@danray9744]

another cheap mechanic that like cheap tools !

[@erikjohansson1814]

Even if given for free, I would not use these ratchets.

[@lonestarmopars]

Not even on dirty jobs? These are honestly not that bad imo. I understand your hesitancy tho.