Gearwrench tools?

[scotts90ranger]

I've seen a few dual ratchets out there, but I do know HFT has one HERE, I might splurge for myself and get both extending ratchets they have...

I've been using gear wrench ratcheting wrenches at work for over a decade, we've egged out one of the 9/16" wrenches where it would get jammed but they replaced that through Napa. I don't see much of their stuff out there other than wrenches so no experience... I did buy myself a full set of full length and stubby at Home Depot last christmas season I think... came in a cloth rollup and that's where they've stayed since my toolbox is stuffed... when the shop box is set up those will come out to be used...

I too have a drawer of ratchets, it's extremely varied, mostly harbor freight stuff and a couple Craftsman and several of those cheapie's with the black plastic turn thing that break all the time

 

[txgocartB3000#2]

Thanks just what I wanted...

Sorry for jumping in line.

Ray

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

I forgot to mentions this as well. +1.
Northern tool has some good stuff too.

My main combination wrench set is northern and I like it.

That said they have since switched to Klutch.

 

[Eddo Rogue]

I've seen a few dual ratchets out there, but I do know HFT has one HERE, I might splurge for myself and get both extending ratchets they have...

I've been using gear wrench ratcheting wrenches at work for over a decade, we've egged out one of the 9/16" wrenches where it would get jammed but they replaced that through Napa. I don't see much of their stuff out there other than wrenches so no experience... I did buy myself a full set of full length and stubby at Home Depot last christmas season I think... came in a cloth rollup and that's where they've stayed since my toolbox is stuffed... when the shop box is set up those will come out to be used...

I too have a drawer of ratchets, it's extremely varied, mostly harbor freight stuff and a couple Craftsman and several of those cheapie's with the black plastic turn thing that break all the time

I have the HF ones that have a 1/4" on one end and 3/8" on the other. One is a shorty and the other is a long swivel headed. Both were gifted to me by friends that thought I would find them useful, which I did. They are often my go to now.

 

[Eddo Rogue]

I may hafta go stage and post a pic of all my ratchets....

 

[Roert42]

I seen a set of flex head ratcheting gear wrenches at the tractor supply this morning, clearance $60 for 14 wrenches. I wanted them, but I didn't want to pay for them. They are still there if you want to go get them @Dirtman

 

[ericbphoto]

The "ratchets, extensions and adapters" drawer.

 

[txgocartB3000#2]

Nice collection

Ray

 

[Dirtman]

I just ordered the 90 tooth locking flex head ratchet set. We'll see how they are. 90 tooth sounds like it should have very little slack. I absolutely hate when you have a ratchet in a tight spot and the damn thing swings but won't click!

https://www.amazon.com/GearWrench-81276T-Automotive-Wrenches-Ratchet/dp/B07STK595H/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=gearwrench+90+tooth&qid=1608843374&sr=8-7

If these are decent I'm gonna order the wrench set. They are a little pricey so not sure yet.

 

[Shran]

I have one of those dual drive spud ratchets, and it did indeed come from Tractor Supply. Mine is a flex head though, think I paid 5 bucks or something for it on clearance. It's about the clunkiest damn thing I own... looks like it was made in the Soviet Union. It went straight into my junkyard tool bag where I am sure it will come in handy.

 

[Eddo Rogue]

I just ordered the 90 tooth locking flex head ratchet set. We'll see how they are. 90 tooth sounds like it should have very little slack. I absolutely hate when you have a ratchet in a tight spot and the damn thing swings but won't click!

https://www.amazon.com/GearWrench-81276T-Automotive-Wrenches-Ratchet/dp/B07STK595H/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=gearwrench+90+tooth&qid=1608843374&sr=8-7

If these are decent I'm gonna order the wrench set. They are a little pricey so not sure yet.

Agreed, nothing is more annoying than not being able to catch the next click. 90 tooth is good. I am not a fan of the swivel head, but that is just personal preference. I tend to accidently bump those thumb switches too much, and prefer the kind that must be pinched and rotated to change directions. I struggle with release buttons, and prefer the lack of one.

 

[Dirtman]

Got my Gearwrench ratchets finally. Really nice set and the 90 tooth gear is awesome, they have very little swing between clicks. Time will tell if they hold up.

On a second point, I wonder why no one has used a set of one way clutch type bearings instead of a gear in smaller ratchets. I've customized fishing reels over the years and one of the things I do is take apart the anti-reverse ratcheting gear (the part that keeps the handle from spinning backwards) and replace it with a one way clutch bearing. They bite instantly so there is zero slop. In a ratchet you could use two bearings (one for each direction) and use the switch to engage one and disengage the other for left and right action. It wouldn't work for a big ratchet taking a ton of torque but it would be fine for bit drivers and smaller 1/4" drive ratchets.

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

Got my Gearwrench ratchets finally. Really nice set and the 90 tooth gear is awesome, they have very little swing between clicks. Time will tell if they hold up.

On a second point, I wonder why no one has used a set of one way clutch type bearings instead of a gear in smaller ratchets. I've customized fishing reels over the years and one of the things I do is take apart the anti-reverse ratcheting gear (the part that keeps the handle from spinning backwards) and replace it with a one way clutch bearing. They bite instantly so there is zero slop. In a ratchet you could use two bearings (one for each direction) and use the switch to engage one and disengage the other for left and right action. It wouldn't work for a big ratchet taking a ton of torque but it would be fine for bit drivers and smaller 1/4" drive ratchets.

Gearless ratchets?

Titan 18202 2-Piece 1/4-Inch and 3/8-Inch Drive Gearless Micro Ratchet Set - - Amazon.com

Titan 18202 2-Piece 1/4-Inch and 3/8-Inch Drive Gearless Micro Ratchet Set - - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

I have a 3/8 drive. The center just slides thru and you flip the ratchet to change directions. Works great, it is a handy size too.

 

[97RangerXLT]

costco has a 5pc set of the ratcheting wrenches for 14 bucks... SAE or metric, your choice.

 

[Dirtman]

Gearless ratchets?

Titan 18202 2-Piece 1/4-Inch and 3/8-Inch Drive Gearless Micro Ratchet Set - - Amazon.com

Titan 18202 2-Piece 1/4-Inch and 3/8-Inch Drive Gearless Micro Ratchet Set - - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

I have a 3/8 drive. The center just slides thru and you flip the ratchet to change directions. Works great, it is a handy size too.

How dare someone invent the thing I was thinking of before I thought of it! I'm gonna sue!