Vintage Snap-on L-710 1/2" Ratchet Rebuild

[@bryansmith5980]

Future Tip. Put direction selector in mid point to take apart and re-assemble.

[@gbaker1a775]

I love that press fit cover plate. I just gave some love to a 1951 L-72S 3/4" drive ratchet with the same type of plate. I punched it out which waa a lot easier. That tight fit is going to prevent dirt and other krustys from getting into the innards. Wish they still made em this way.

[@emoskater12344]

Lubrication is motivation

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+dustin kinard Bahahahaha

[@knuckle_dragger]

That's what she said!

[@jeffcuevas5918]

A good cleaning and lube would of fixed it, no need for the rebuild kit.

[@BradyK29]

I laughed so hard when you said " Dryer than a popcorn fart" lol.Keep up the good work man.

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Brady's Tools! Bahahaha I love that saying.

[@RaptorOnlineCarGuy8767]

That's a sweet ratchet bro. Glad you're able to keep it alive!

[@robotvacuum1957]

Awesome video! I really like the old school stuff. I really enjoy my daily Snap-on tool review!

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+B Salvadras thanks bro! I love that old stuff too.

[@ja-bv3lq]

I've rebuilt a few of these now. The only thing I've needed to peen is the replacement selector switch. All of the Snap-On ratchets I've rebuilt I inherited from my grandfather, who was a professional mechanic for his career. When I got them in 1996, most were worn-out. Snap-On would have given me new ones as a "warranty" - that's not what I wanted. I WANT grandpa's ratchets. Thanks to Snap-On's parts availability and videos like this, I have all of Dewey's Snap-Ons running again! 👍

[@scottjones3038]

What works well to hold the spring while you put in the rocker is a piece of wire (like a paper clip etc) with the about 1/2 inch of the end of the wire hammered flat to make like a super thin mini flat blade. It works much better than a small screwdriver.

[@LoneMechanic]

Great video, you have inspired me, I am now on the look out for a 1976 ratchet.

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Lone Mechanic awesome bro! I've been on the lookout for a 1978 Ratchet. Keep an eye out for me and I'll do the same.

[@dkruitz]

Have done refurbs on my 40(?) year old craftsmanship. Ratchets dry up. Watch for them at garage sales!

[@branned]

Cool. Never seen a CAN made one👍👍

[@RedTurboMr2]

Awesome Joel. I did the same to my 1967 s710 ratchet.

[@85Crawler]

Awesome use of the Mac socket lol that new cap looks great on your 1957 ratchet! Wow Snap On quality tools that last! Great video

[@toytech468]

I may have to get me one of those repair kits for my old school snap-on ratchet just to spruce it up! Awesome video as usual bro!

[@wallyg.2409]

Nice rebuild on that classic ratchet, Joel. Pretty sweet that Snap-On still offers a kit.

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Wally G. Thanks man. Yeah it's pretty awesome.

[@mecheng1977]

I'd keep that Canadian steel gears over the Chinese steel replacement finished in USA

[@Patrick_B687-3]

Is that what they do now? So sad. I’d have cleaned and lubed this one right back up anyway.

[@5162-b8y]

Same as craftsman USA China

[@GNX157]

What I did was clamp locking pliers sideways on the drive then just tap down on the pliers with a hammer. This was after spraying the area with penetrating oil.

[@martinschaffmeir7729]

Hey sir nice old ratchet. Hope you enjoy it in good health

[@joemcmillan1884]

nice old ratchet, I have an old 3/8 long handle ratchet from back in the 70,s fine tooth needs rebuilding be about the 5th time since I,ve had it.

[@jwhmerica504]

That ratchet looked like it had been rebuilt at some time. The ball and spring were not original for that year. To bad the overhaul kits don’t come with a higher tooth count.

[@northcard5707]

Nice! I have the same Rachet

[@derekhellam9861]

Cool ratchet

[@slicedbread9003]

I know this is an older video but I am only seeing now. You didn't mention, or perhaps you may not have noticed that there is an oil port on the top of the ratchet body that can be used to add oil as the grease dries. This is not a feature you normally see on ratchets, but it makes this tool better than others because the cover is a tight fit to keep debris out and it is far easier to squirt some oil in the oil port than to disassemble and regrease it. Another reason that these old tools are worth rebuilding.

[@dickysnader3264]

looks good

[@aldenhansard6875]

I just did mine. Super hard to turn compared to it before.

[@jacobdellinger4931]

that was bad ass !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@x_p_g_x]

Nice video, did a similar restoration on a s715 from '88 and a tqfr250c wrench

[@B.E.Long.63]

Know why the Navy uses powdered soap? Cause it takes longer to pick up....hehe. Oh you're Canadian, oh well still funny...

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Bill Long bahahaha that's funny.

[@mikeybirdttl]

The switch is connected with an aluminium rivet. We normally cut the switch off and the plate comes off easily. We also have a special tool for retaining the spring whilst you put the pawl in place. Why didn't Snappy do it for you?

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+mikey bird thanks for the info. I did it for content bro. My dealer asked me the same thing haha. Anything referring to Snapon can be used for content with me.

[@mikeybirdttl]

The Snap-On Tool Review your spot on with the19mm socket though. I usually use a Blue Point!! Lol.

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+mikey bird bahahaha that ratchet isn't supposed to have that cap on the back. I wanted it in there so I filed the hole out to fit it in. It looks Awesome with it.

[@theovee4321]

Snappy wont help at our shop...portland oregon..worthless dealers

[@jusinhelman6011]

Nice job!

[@gilbymdg9609]

Thats a sweet ass ratchet man i love old skool. GP

[@kylefraser5490]

great video brother I'm getting a long snap on 3/8 flex head ratchet of the van in 2 weeks cannot wait

[@williamobrien6340]

Quick question I wonder what that hole is on top of the ratchet maybe for oiling? Back in the day maybe they had some type of special grease gun for that?

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+william obrien yeah it's a grease fitting. I don't have the gun for that.

[@SynicalBeats]

I usually put a good amount of axle grease inside.

[@undividedattention]

Who, what, where did you get that drawer insert?! It fits all those different varying sized and styles. I need that.

[@fester1957]

Did you leave that washer out?

[@brianbowman5402]

Nice ratchet. Since everything that moves gets replaced, is there a retro kit to convert these older ratchets to 72 or 80 teeth? Probably not, but I think there could be. The new rebuild kits with 80 teeth would also likely not fit as that would hurt sales.

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Brian Bowman it would be interesting to see if there is a kit for that. I would convert it if I could for sure.

[@garrisong]

Older video I know but I was just fighting with a sl715 1/2 drive ratchet dent ball after lots of cussing and throwing some things I ordered the tool before I throw the ratchet in the River 🤣 it seriously is a pain to get the selector installed

[@barryorbik215]

Is that a record vice on the bench ?

[@CH-kb2yh]

Does anybody know the Model GL 715 from Snap On? How much teeth and which production year? Thx

[@johnnymoto77]

Did you have a new washer as there was one left on the bench?

[@adrianmendez832]

Is there a website were I can buy a rkra711 rebuild kit?

[@Mattypatty40]

I have a greenlee 1/2 5018834 and can't find a kit for it but it looks the same as this kit.

[@rodmascotto6750]

Very cool video....as always.....Rod from Detroit

[@zshredclh10]

@The Snap-On Tool Review I just serviced a SH936A 1/2 in drive comfort handle ratchet I stole from a pawn shop for 30$. Its an older style ratchet that isn't Dual-80, and to make it worse I had to put the paw over a spring with just a loose ball bearing, it was so fucking irritating but I finally got it.Its cool to see a Canadian made Snap On ratchet, never knew they made them there. A lot of people are shit talking about the removing USA off the head of the ratchets, but if you look on the shank, i's stamped USA beside the tool part number, your thoughts? And is it bad I used wheel bearing grease in my ratchet, I mean if it can lube wheel bearings, Im sure it can lube a ratchet and paw, right?

[@olisutton1368]

I got the front plate off an old elora ratchet by threading the screws into the side with the drive on then pulling in them with some pliers cause I broke my vice

[@rileybennis4029]

Where did you get the Snap On red cover and oring? My rebuild kit did not have one or grease also I have the USA made one did the USA version not have the red cap?

[@gerrylouis5787]

I had a 1959 3/8 rebuilt on the truck 12 years ago and it didn't have that cover either.

[@trevorholland296]

Haven't watched the whole video yet but did you saved the original gears and parts to it?

[@jasonsechrist1]

I was wondering if the selector switch was sopposed to move when you ratchet it, I guess my question is answered.

[@yeboisiggy]

i just had to service my 3/4 ratchet from the 60s, and boy oh boy those switches are a bitch to get out.

[@danohstoolbox]

I think vinegar would work good to clean it out

[@Johantico]

Is that an oil fitting on top of that ratchet?

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Johantico it sure is.

[@jonathang2203]

i could have sworn you reviewed the snap on dent puller right? i cant find the video!

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

I have not yet. Both mt apprentice and I have smalls dents on our vehicles so we are gonna pull them I just gotta make the time to do it.

[@zanchescampos2248]

all the damage you did to the shore comes with the kit as well.when you hit metal to metal make damage. 9:02 . 2:01..terrible

[@danohstoolbox]

hey brother I have a few I want to rebuild lol u said popcorn fart LoL most likely do a video for it if u run the fasteners in from the front u have something to grip and pull with

[@dcyamahatech]

I have a S715 but it has no date code stamped on it. its due for a rebuild too.

[@bmccarthy9269]

where did you get that liner for your tool ratchets

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

Walmart. It’s called connect-a-mat. Find it on amazon as well.

[@timy812]

Or you could have used the grease fitting on the top and it would have been fine

[@toddbartel2596]

That's all Mac tools are good for

[@michaelxdrift]

were those inserts for the tools custom made or a snap on product?

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

which insert are you referring to?

[@megadethguym7977]

can you do a video on a craftsman ratchet or other brand like to use on a regular to see how long do they last in everyday use?? that would be really cool i havent seen something like that

[@jonsexton17]

megadethGUY M well this guy is snap on fanatic mainly some Mac and other inferior name brands not that cheap home owner crapsman shit so no your question is fucking stupid and it will never come to fruition.

[@the34beast64]

Joel! I found some vintage snap on tools that my grandfather had to have bought from the 60-80 the definitely old just curious if I could send you some pictures? P.S. They still work like they are brand new!

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+the34beast64 oh hell yeah bro. Email me. [e-mail]

[@jer280]

The Snap-On Tool Review somewhere deep down I need this to be a real email...god that's amazing

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Jeremy Farrell bahahaha

[@pumperofantasia]

I lubricate mine with aircraft grease Aeroshell 22 xD

[@harwoods11]

Blimey...i was waiting for that screwdriver to slide straight into his hand!!! Maybe there is a better way???

[@mattg6]

How much was the kit for that ratchet!

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Matt G61904 free bro. The ratchet is warrantied for life.

[@mattg6]

oh ok all i have to do is call beacause i have no dealer

[@mattg6]

i have a 71-10 and a 71-15

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Matt G61904 yeah they will send you one.

[@mattg6]

The Snap-On Tool Review thanks Joel ill post once its ✅ done

[@Ragnar215]

I do not have any super lube so I used gun grease

[@nikwindsor5474]

are u using a Orange Screwdriver Joel ....... lol but Great restoration video

[@Patrick_B687-3]

You have more commercials than any KZbin channel I’ve seen. And that’s a bunch, just look at my subscriptions. You also went about disassembly entirely wrong.

[@bigairtrix2]

You should make videos again.

[@rayotbfb]

What's your intro song ?

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Budda LAD Pantera's Cowboys from hell and Black Label Society's Fire it up.

[@rayotbfb]

Thank you 👍Great videos man

[@jackfrost9354]

When you said it's mac so what fk off. I subscribe 😁

[@danielgulutz6761]

only reason I searched this video was for the fucking spring part and u skipped it hahaha

[@peterpalffy9302]

I wonder if it would worth more with the original '57 gutts in it? I hope you kept the old parts. Keep swearing! Everything is funnier with the word FUCK in it!

[@jacksonjohnson2132]

4 adds for a 10 min video

[@MrTooTechnical]

are you sure 1957?

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+dave daved 100% sure

[@williamobrien6340]

LOL Mac Tools still matter

[@JohnSmith-mv6bw]

Points off for the language.

[@markryan4268]

Music is way better

[@genxmurse7019]

Nice, but too many damned commercials.

[@megadethguym7977]

you can donate that ratchet to me if you wqnt just saying lol great video

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

HAHA. I love this thing.

[@megadethguym7977]

The Snap-On Tool Review its a cool ratchet lol

[@becomematrix]

Swearing?

[@TheSnapOnToolReview]

+Captain Crook I always swear. Haha

[@qj165]

The Snap-On Tool Review hey buddy im buying a vintage Snap-on ratchet tonight. I was wondering where you bought the repair kit? Any info would be much appreciated!

[@markryan4268]

If I saw someone using my snappy screwdriver as a pry bar....