Saw a set today, looked unused. 8,10,12,13,14,15,17,18mm. 8 wrenches for $50. Any good? I would like a set of the ratcheting wrenches for disc brakes (mostly) but I am not sure if these are good or not. I could not tell if the open end was thin enough, which is desirable, although if a good deal I could just get a cheap 14/15mm and thin it a bit for the job.
Craftsman reversible ratcheting wrenches?
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How much is the set new? Made in USA?
Said made in USA, so that was a plus. Looked shiny and still on the plastic holder. $50 for all 8. I thought it a good deal, but I know I could get the two/three sizes I "need" from Lowes for similar money. But I don't know if either are "good" or not.
I know not to beat on the ratcheting part, I would plan on either using a fixed box end, or the open end for high torque. But for caliper bolts that I myself tightened I would think it ok.
I know not to beat on the ratcheting part, I would plan on either using a fixed box end, or the open end for high torque. But for caliper bolts that I myself tightened I would think it ok.
If they are the old Made in USA wrenches then I would rate them top-notch. Been using my set for about a decade, including more than one incident of gross abuse (*ahem* hammering on them to break a nut loose). Hard as [censored] to get them lubed back up if/when they need it, but one of my favorite tools in the box.
Originally Posted By: supton
I would like a set of the ratcheting wrenches for disc brakes (mostly)
I can't see how a ratcheting wrench would work good on disc brakes. Everything on my disc brakes are too tight for wrenches; I gotta use a socket and a ratchet except for maybe the bleeder screw.
I would like a set of the ratcheting wrenches for disc brakes (mostly)
I can't see how a ratcheting wrench would work good on disc brakes. Everything on my disc brakes are too tight for wrenches; I gotta use a socket and a ratchet except for maybe the bleeder screw.
Last few times I've done this I kept flipping over the 14mm wrench. Just enough drag. Not sure why I just don't grab a socket, probably habit. And the long walk back to the toolbox.
I know on my prior VW there was one bolt that cried for a tool like this on the intake flap. Socket would not fit.
I know on my prior VW there was one bolt that cried for a tool like this on the intake flap. Socket would not fit.
If you don't like them, let me know! I lost my 15mm a few years ago...
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I love ratcheting wrenches, have used my dads lots. He has Blackhawk brand and Mac. You can put some serious pressure on them too, don't think they're flimsy.
Originally Posted By: Merkava_4
Originally Posted By: supton
I would like a set of the ratcheting wrenches for disc brakes (mostly)
I can't see how a ratcheting wrench would work good on disc brakes. Everything on my disc brakes are too tight for wrenches; I gotta use a socket and a ratchet except for maybe the bleeder screw.
I've had my set of ratcheting wrenches for two years and never found a use for them. Where I would use them, it's too tight for their big fat heads to fit in.
Originally Posted By: supton
I would like a set of the ratcheting wrenches for disc brakes (mostly)
I can't see how a ratcheting wrench would work good on disc brakes. Everything on my disc brakes are too tight for wrenches; I gotta use a socket and a ratchet except for maybe the bleeder screw.
I've had my set of ratcheting wrenches for two years and never found a use for them. Where I would use them, it's too tight for their big fat heads to fit in.
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