Top 5 Must Have Tools From Snap On

[@flatratemaster]

FYI The reason the PWZ Pliers did not make the list is they are available from Bahco and I did a Video on just them :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnrKpH6KgJdsmas

[@fatknucklesproductions7517]

Flat Rate Master the PWZs are worth twice there weight in gold in the diesel side i.e. after treatment temp sensor, can save you 3 hours and a re-thread

[@kellymcandrews537]

They are the best also, have all sizes. Would tell anyone in the business too invest for sure.

[@Yungmarkz]

what is the exact color/ decal of your toolbox. i want to get one

[@puremayhemFTW]

Would love a 2023 edition of this!

[@elcheapo5302]

Agreed on all counts. I would also add their ratcheting screwdriver, their dual 80 ratchets, their ball joint press, their pullers, and Techangle torque wrenches.

[@johnb1121]

That's debatable

[@DOYLECLEVERLOBE1]

And after a second mortgage, selling a kidney, and promising my first born, only leaves 342 payments and they're all mine.

[@flatratemaster]

;)

[@wruneskape]

It would be cool if you made a top 5 Milwaukee tools video

[@MYERS503]

Totally agree on the line wrenches. The best if you don't want a nightmare.

[@leoashrae4199]

On the Snap-On wrenches, I have a love/hate relationship. I love my old Snap-On wrenches, which have the forged I-beam handles. They feel comfortable in the hand. The new (the term new is relative... I'm old) Snap-On wrenches, with the flat polished handles, hurt my hands when I really have to get serious with a fastener. And, doing mostly AC work, I get serious with a lot of large fasteners which you can't get a socket on. As a matter of fact, I got so disgusted with my set of long Snap-On metric combination wrenches, I traded them to my MAC guy for a full set of the MAC Precision-Torque combination wrenches. The big beefy handles feel much better in the hand and the wrenches grip the fastener even better than the Snap-On wrenches did. Just my $.02.

[@thatmechanicguy8773]

The best and only brass hammers to me are the ones I made myself when working as a machinist. I’ve had them for two decades and use them all the time. Everyone that works on anything needs a nice brass hammer.

[@akbychoice]

And brass punches

[@colemanbonner]

HF sells a brass hammer for $9. They last me about 1-2 years. Gotta have it.

[@jeffmassey2411]

Would love to see a wrench review on Wright 2.0 wrenches in comparison to the snapon.

[@mechanicmike1236]

Snap on also makes "in my opinion" the best screwdrivers, I haven't tried S-K screwdrivers , but Mac, Cornwell, Matco all pale in comparison. Great video!!

[@QuantumMind88]

I just picked up two almost full sets of blue point wrenches today, sae and metric, some doubles, snap on ball end hex keys, a couple pry bars, blue point feeler gauges and some other wrenches for $65 today! I was SUPER STOKED! I even got a few snap on flank drive plus reversible ratcheting wrenches! Unbelievable deal!

[@kellymcandrews537]

I agree with this list, have all those tools myself minus the hammer. Thanks for the tip on the hammer, I'll have to pick one up. Another great Snap on tool is the extra long allen sockets, I've torqued the hell out of them removing side yolks on VW DSG transmissions and they never give or strip. Get a set and save yourself from taking out the cradle the next time you have to pull a DSG on a VW.

[@flatratemaster]

I have them as well

[@fakenamejones4254]

Thank goodness torque test channel and project farm came around and started actually researching your claims of Snap On superiority.

[@1218lilrobeddie]

Nice video FRM . I definitely do need that dead blow brass hammer even though I might not use it every day on big rigs but here and there I’ll use it

[@tracydiller4492]

Totally agree have had my Snapon Tools for a VERY,VERY,VERY LONG TIME and in my opinion not to many tools beats them.Great video FRM and as always keep them coming.

[@tjs162009]

Several of my co workers have the snap on air hammer. A while back i bought Mac's newest air hammer. The MPH1911. Hits very hard. Can do anything the snap on can do and for $150 less.

[@chads8720]

Its also more powerful than snap on

[@Toolaholic7]

I would add the flat wide tipped radiator hose pick set.Since I purchased it,never used my pointy tipped hose picks ever since

[@Jursaw]

wafrederick I was thinking about getting those

[@Toolaholic7]

They are were worth every penny,no more holes poked in radiator hoses.

[@flatratemaster]

Love them they were number 6;)

[@JosepGee]

I have the same hammer, was worried since it wasn’t brass but the bronze has held up and it’s my go to hammer at 32oz

[@autobodytechdave3338]

Agree,have 3 of 5,I would add the best ratcheting screw driver is snap on,used one from 1988 till 2016,it finally cracked my dealer gave me a new one,let me keep it,was my very first tool I bought when starting out,THANKS

[@eric-tr7gf]

The Ball joint press kit is the best on the market. Also their 1/2 cordless impact is very strong. Im surprised quite frequently by a co workers SO gun compared to my Milwaukee HO gun.

[@peterg4918]

Those wrenches are amazing. The open wont flex one of my best purchases

[@davidkanengieter]

How about a video on responsibilities of special purpose tools? As in: What should a shop be expected to provide vs what a tech should have to buy themself. For example, diagnostic laptop, port a power, HVAC, 3/4 drive, large puller sets, etc. Some businesses take advantage of techs by providing very little specialty tools.

[@flatratemaster]

I covered this on another channel but i will be doing a video on this channel in the future

[@bosborn1]

Totally agree on the wrenches. I have them in the big sizes and have put 6ft cheaters on them that I jump up and down on. They take it. It is amazing how much abuse they handle. It’s a buy once cry once thing. I have a lot of money in the large SAE wrenches, but it’s totally money well spent.

[@JustynKirchner]

I really expected the ball joint press to be in here. I do a lot of ball joints on 3/4 to 2 ton trucks and couldn't do my job nearly as fast without it.

[@flatratemaster]

Yes, but not everyone does ball joints all the time, most of what we work on you replace control arms:) not Ball Joints

[@lindenwadel8827]

I'd definitely put the BJP1 ball joint press in there......unmatched!

[@gmlover82]

Agreed! My Snap On wrenches are amazing.

[@mid-thumbautomotive7643]

Agree on the flare nut wrenches. Now I have my eye on their hose pick set with the flattened ends (SGA102BR). Always nervous sticking a pointy ended hose pick into a hose.

[@OnTheWorkbench]

I'm surprised that the ball joint kit didn't make the list, yeah it's pricey but having the prices snap together seems obvious yet no one else has that features.

[@flatratemaster]

Great tool but how useful is it if you do not do ball joints?

[@Toyotas_n__Tools]

I HIGHLY SUGGEST you try Wright flare nut wrenches and Wrightgrip 2.0 .... Really does compare and beat them considering the price difference.. You are usually right 99% of the time tho so you have that Mr. FRM & always a good video from the FRM =)

[@Goodshaft]

GOOD Choices , I agree on all of that , Im also a BIG Milwaukee fan as well !

[@flatratemaster]

Me too!

[@davewood406]

The PWSC7CF Stripper/crimper. I'm not a mechanic, i'm in telecom. A bit of a tool junkie. I have used Kleins for the most part over the last 22 years, just got the Snap on a few weeks ago. They do a lot for just one tool, Klein, you need separate strippers and crimpers, which can stink if you are in a tight space, on a ladder or whatever.

[@victormoore1866]

Try the sioux air hammer in 401 shank its made by snap on industrial it out performs that air hammer all day and is about $100 cheaper ive personally seen a guy drive out Volvo semi spring pins with one and extremely siezed anchor pins

[@dirtracingfan8742]

I've got 4 out of the 5(No ball sockets) although my hex and torx are all snap on

[@YungJosh50]

What!? No ratchets? I guess I'm not too surprised considering your fondness to Matco -- personal preference -- nonetheless excellent list.

[@georgeantar2553]

There 80 tooth brand new ones smacks Matco and Mac bull shit ratchets out the park

[@rustyjeep2469]

I have a Husky 100 tooth ratchet in 3/8" and while it's a decent tool for the $20 or so I paid for it, I don't think you can really compare a Husky ratchet to the tool truck brands....

[@flatratemaster]

I have said many times ratchets are very personal get what feels good to you

[@andybub45]

@@georgeantar2553 mac ratchets are meerly rebadged stanley ratchets

[@ashtonnuckols2663]

I love my pw3 pliers!, I think that's the part number , my go to for alignment

[@jarinwilson9539]

I'd like to throw my opinion out there....I truly believe Snap-On makes the best chrome sockets in the world.I am guilty of beating the absolute piss out of chrome sockets and the SO hold up in the long run. I would encourage any tech to invest in SO chrome sockets and for those on a budget, SK is fantastic and I would consider SK tools more of a PRO line of tools. Folks, also look into Williams for quality tools at an affordable price.

[@BradsWorkbench]

I don’t know, Wera makes some bad ass Allan wrenchs with a chamfered end

[@ericwhite265]

They call it hex plus, it's kind of like flank drive for allen heads. It doesn't work on the ball end though, so he could very well be correct that the snap on ball end is better.

[@robertrada4783]

@@ericwhite265 Considering he’s talking about bit sockets, I’m going to take a wild guess that he’s referring to breakage. Snap-On is kind of lauded for their durable torx bit sockets and so maybe that translates to hex. For the l-keys, I prefer PB Swiss and maybe even Wiha, but Wera no doubt is good stuff indeed.

[@sethcolson2944]

Air hammer allowed me to do tie rods on a crown Vic within a half hour today. Got them right out

[@HardKnocksForge]

Glad you said .401 shank on that #4... I do use brass hammers but I’m more of a lead hammer guy still. I mostly agree on the flare nut wrenches, mostly...

[@flatratemaster]

lol, Big Nasty kicks the Snap On in the dirt but not everyone needs that;)

[@russelldesabre9530]

Not everyone needs it but..... we had a cp with the .499 shank at my last shop.... I had a ball joint that my 3050 wouldn't touch(fought with it for a good 15 min)....got beartha and had it out in a couple blows.... those air hammers are amazing

[@andybub45]

“Nobody beats Snap On wrenches” *WrightGrip has joined the chat*

[@TheBeast3300]

I would have add the 14.4v in 3/8 impact. The size and power combo is excellent. And you forgot about the b Snap On golden air hammer bits. And the extended flex 3/8 or 1/4 rachets. I love the leverage.

[@dirtracingfan8742]

Can we get a top 5 snap on tools to NOT buy video? There are lots of those in sure

[@flatratemaster]

Maybe;)

[@johnb1121]

@@flatratemaster please

[@GarthGoldberg]

Snap On hex bits are definitely the best. The bits are pinned so the bit doesn't come out of the holder part.

[@thestig1899]

What size metric sizes for most repairs

[@akbychoice]

I have one the pin came out of, lost the hex shaft.

[@GarthGoldberg]

@@akbychoice Snap On will replace it.

[@akbychoice]

@@GarthGoldberg I just haven’t been near a Snapon truck in probably 5-6 years

[@GarthGoldberg]

@@akbychoice Mail it to them. They'll send you another. That bit is $27.25. It's worth $1 in postage to get a new one.

[@joeroadtocanada5833]

Awsome videos i agree 100% what your saying some times snap on does have the edge with stuff are you going to do a 5 snap on tools ypu dont like i think it would be a good follow up video look forward to the next one 🖒

[@andygilbert1877]

OK, here’s my Top 5. A bit different as I’m a fork truck tech. All of these cost silly money, but all but the punches are worth buying secondhand. No particular order: Wrenches-Sockets-Ratchets-Punches-Crowsfeet

[@kentashockney]

have the cp and .498 shank with an aircat .401 and use them daily and do everything I throw at them. Not sure ide spend a ridiculous amount for a snapon air hammer. Wrenches definitely love them and their hammers

[@Dansyoung]

Thanks for this video, also thanks for the idea with the hammer - it’s now on my “to get” list. My personal snap on top tools would include their universal sockets, flare nut sockets (wrenches have too many accessibility problems now), dual 80 ratchets, PWZ pliers, and the wrenches - can’t beat flank drive plus in my experiencd

[@kcle7293]

Snap-on 4 way wrenches are pretty bitchin too

[@siriusjones6719]

Another good video FRM. Couldn't agree more right up to your choice of air hammer. I believe that the best air hammer out there is the CP4447, it is industrial grade. Of course, it is .498 shank like Eric's 'Big nasty'. I have the IR121 and Snap On PH3050, both .401 shanks, also but neither come close to the CP4447. Haven't tried a brass dead blow hammer but I will remedy that. Keep up the good work, sir!!

[@flatratemaster]

Hence why I said in a .401 shank;)

[@siriusjones6719]

No update on the new guy since you first mentioned him. How is he doing? Zack, was it?!

[@gtcam723]

5 years later…. The combo wrenches now, we’re seeing some serious competition now. The only flare nut wrenches, pretty much still…. Only thing close is Proto.

[@jacobbauza5951]

No issues breaking a fastener loose with the ball hex? Seriously considering them.

[@cerillo4818]

Ball joint press that holds the cups on for you

[@woosukchoi2897]

Snap on air hammer is the best. Every technicians who I know recommended it, even though they don`t like snap on.

[@ridingwiththereids]

I love Snap-On hammers. Just something about the way the handles feel...

[@mrsluigi9478]

Their wobble extensions NEVER slip no matter what you try to do

[@scottpearsontoolsmore185]

Great video thanks brother. Like the choices you have chosen. Keep up the great work see you in the next video thanks again brother

[@ashamedmusic8350]

Snap on makes a badass rubber dead blow hammer too that is theeee best.

[@brianbowman5402]

Good vid, keep them coming. Any recommendation over the BJP1 BALL JOINT PRESS?

[@dillwiggle2]

Snap On steel quality is top notch thats what your paying for

[@juliotorres512]

Can't beat The snap on line wrench!!!

[@andybub45]

Their dual 80 ratchets are very nice.

[@danohstoolbox]

Great video brother as always keep up the good work

[@scuba422123]

its good that you calmed down since the last vid...what are the best electric tools in the cheaper ones?

[@rustyjeep2469]

Great video as always. How often do you use those ball hex or even hex bits in general? I've seen very few hex fasteners on the vehicles I've worked on so far, but I'm new to the trade. Are there certain makes that use them much more than others? It would be awesome if you could do top 5 videos from Mac and Matco as well... the tool truck brands have pretty amazing discounts for tech students (basically half off retail with Snappy, I believe the others are about the same) so I'm trying to decide what essentials I should buy while I still have access to that pricing.

[@flatratemaster]

Hex are used on Brake Calipers, so most brake jobs, and VW Audi uses lots of Hex fasteners

[@workingclassgarage]

I might have to pick up one of those hammers.

[@rontiemens2553]

What, specifically, makes Snap-on wrenches the best? Not trying to argue, I would sincerely like to know.

[@inverseuniverse5727]

Ron Tiemens , best fit , if you round off a nut with something else , grab the snapon and you will get it off .

[@flatratemaster]

The Open Ends do not spread, they fit very well and do not round off fasteners, if it has to come off grab a Snap On they just work better than anything else

[@jcsuperstars1100]

I ONLY trust snap on flare nut wrenches. I wouldn't use anything in a critical situation.

[@tomfaro6259]

Cp 714 air hammer is king. Try using a snapon to shoot rivets . I've tried dont work. Snap on is good but to fast of a hammer and not very controllable.

[@flatratemaster]

Most Auto Techs do not shoot rivets;)

[@snapmac5547]

Good list.

[@dalebennett5227]

i like snap on wrenches and brass dead blow hammers

[@MrBdfournier]

Snap-on Brass hammer is under rated. Essential tool when it comes to quality of workmanship. I know I wouldnt want to see my control arms beaten to shit or anything for that matter on my vehicle.

[@georgeantar2553]

Love Snap On

[@nickl3872]

Nothing beats snap on flare nut wrenches or crows feet

[@stachelissaflint4933]

Sorry but I have to say, I prefer my Mac precision torque flat wrenches. Been a heavy equipment tech for more than 15 years, own snap-on wrenches, they collect dust as I use my Mac daily

[@RobertWorthington]

Awesome video. How about top 5 snapon accessories or even top five accessories in general. Head lamp light ECT ECT...

[@flatratemaster]

Yep

[@epicragegaming2016]

honorable mention for the pwz pipe wrench?

[@flatratemaster]

They got there own video;)

[@busbqbill449]

great choices.i know you like matco ratchets but snap on ratchets are the best too. I'm going to pick up one if those air hammers. I already have big nasty and a cheap standard shank air hammer.

[@chadlafrennie4065]

Pwz1 pipe wrench pliers..the most useful tool ever made and yet not in top 5?

[@flatratemaster]

The got there own video;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnrKpH6KgJdsmas

[@daveb1968]

Snap on hand tools are the best in the business in my opinion.

[@essexrotary1540]

Got the Bluepoint air hammer but really want the Snap-on one when it comes up on sale.

[@mouf32]

Essex Rotary the blue point is a joke compared to the SnapOn. I bought the blue point early on in my career and was always having to borrow someone's SnapOn. Needless to say the blue point got traded in on the SnapOn one years back and never looked back.

[@flatratemaster]

I also own the Blue Point, weak sauce compared to the Snap On

[@ramtrucks721]

How much is that StrapOn brass hammer?... 10 thousand dollars?

[@flatratemaster]

113.00

[@HemiOrange]

Good video!

[@pyremidproductions7934]

do you prefer the og flankdrive wrench or the flank drive plus wrench?

[@ironman1518.]

PLEASE post a video with the differences between your primo Snap-On model and the "Big Nasty" .......I've never seen either (other than on youtube). so would like to know the differences, please? thank you.

[@flatratemaster]

I am trying to figure out a good demo video, but haven't found the right used part yet😉

[@neilsteffler2019]

I find there flare wrenches to bo poor I have a 46 year old duro chrome and they are undistructable and never stripe a nut .the next beatnik have found are gray

[@chitomechanic601]

What about there 6 point impact sockets can never go wrong there.

[@BADD400]

Very good top 5

[@wyattoneable]

Good stuff Mike.

[@flatratemaster]

Thanks Wyatt

[@willielittle6021]

Great video man don't work too hard

[@mustafagak2852]

Do ingersoll rand 20v line vs milwaukee m18 fuel line vs snap on line

[@livalittle100]

I like their ratchets the best as well. Long handle flex head in all 3 drive sizes.

[@CanadianCharlie64]

Great video as always

[@kingkong8974]

I just got a bunch of my tools stolen from me. Including my snap on flare nut wrenches. About $15,000.00 worth

[@altonriggs2352]

FRM...should a customer who pays for dianostic charges consider this a tacit warranty that the problem has been fixed.

[@flatratemaster]

If I did not do the repair no warranty as I cannot warranty the quality of the repair, cheap parts poor workmanship ect

[@altonriggs2352]

My shop has just started charging dianostic fees..they did the work..problem presists. Maybe this would be a good topic for a future video. Love the channel.

[@jasonripp8815]

Weather the customer pays a diagnostic fee or not. If a shop diagnoses a problem as... this will fix the problem and then also does the repair. That's a warrenty/guarantee I'm pretty sure their are consumer protection laws about this.

[@flatratemaster]

If a shop diagnosed the issue, regardless of charging for it and that same shop did the repairs they said would fix the issue but didn't they need to step up and either refund that repair completely or fix it correctly and work with the customer on billing to balance out what they already paid, aka credit them for the repairs that didn't fix the issue on the correct repair, a shop should do what is right for the customers

[@joeybarth3121]

Great top 5 agree with you 100% would like to get make of the air hammer you talked about big nasty !!! Who makes it

[@stevebanda8776]

Joey Barth Astro pneumatic

[@flatratemaster]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYbcZqxti5uDrpo

[@ivantinoco2643]

Nobody beats snap on on hex?...what about bondhus?....I'm sure they give snap on a run for their money

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

I have to disagree with you on the flare nut spanner as I have one that goes around completely does not miss anything and actually works as a ratchet it is unbelievable

[@95tt]

bodgit and leggit garage I have yet to find flare nut wrenches that are 100% good, they all need visegrips to keep their mouth together when applying the juice.....

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

95tt yes I agree with you this is why the one I have has got a special hinge on the top and it completely goes around the hole flange and locks have showed it in some of my videos it's awesome

[@SuperAdam249]

I got the Mac ball Allen THEY ARE FUCKING JUNK!! don’t know how meany times I have broken that thing

[@theproduct456]

It would be real funny that this guy makes these videos and he doesn't even work there. He just stand on front of somebody's open toolbox. He's Wayne the OSHA guy.

[@qualityautorepairtireautosales]

One my favorite Snap On Tool’s Oxygen Sensor Wrench part # SWR1A