Exactly How Strong are Ball Joint Presses? Harbor Freight vs Amazon

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  • Опубликовано: 14 авг 2021
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    Harbor Freight Maddox up against Orion Motor Tech. 1" impact here: homedepot.sjv.io/zayWGM Check out our T-shirt Shop which features this impact! bit.ly/3z98ryF Our Amazon Storefront which this press did NOT make the cut for: amzn.to/3rjhZ6P The best selling ball joint presses found in a store and online go head to head - with not very close results. The MA10-1 Maddox from harbor Freight is a costly $90, but is it worth is salt vs Amazon's #1 seller OMT ‎8542035336 at $47? Lets see.
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  • @TorqueTestChannel
    @TorqueTestChannel  2 года назад +138

    *Where is episode 2?* We bought most of the top suggestions from the comments here. Tested them, then sent them to a facility to pull apart the ones we couldn't nuke to measure that. BUT of those brands it includes Astro, who Torque of TTC is working. So, it's on the back burner for now until we figure out if you guys want to see that or not. It's up to you guys. But the data's already in the books as it were.

    • @Tsiikki
      @Tsiikki 2 года назад +5

      Yes.

    • @whbonny1
      @whbonny1 2 года назад +1

      Bring it on! Even if someone didn't trust the astro numbers they could easily ignore them and the data on the rest of the presses would be really valuable!

    • @ironmantooltime
      @ironmantooltime 2 года назад +2

      Yes, and did you test the ones with a hydraulic ram? I guess if the steel is good you don't need one?

    • @kwmiked
      @kwmiked 2 года назад +6

      Bring it, I got the Astro and its held up well. Eric O uses it so its gotta be decent 🤷‍♂️ Orion and Neico stuff from Amazon is garbage! I bought impact adapters like 3/8 to 1/2in set, and they both broke on a hand ratchet..soft crap steel. Won't ever buy those brands again! People giving the good reviews gotta be using hand tools on the press, or not doing 350, 450 or f550 ball joints. Probably all Mexican reviews that work a Firestone or general muffler that only see suv or 150s at the most

    • @theoriginalgarelano
      @theoriginalgarelano 2 года назад +2

      DO POWERBUILT.

  • @TorqueTestChannel
    @TorqueTestChannel  2 года назад +523

    $2000 hardness tester + $1050 impact and batteries + $450 custom pressure gauge + $200 ram + $140 in ball joint presses = us wanting to give everyone of you a sincere THANK YOU for making this happen. We've spent every dollar the channel makes on screen. We appreciate each and every one of you for watching, visiting our T-shirt shop or just engaging with us at all. Thank you!

    • @tommymohlen8919
      @tommymohlen8919 2 года назад +10

      It is one of the best if not THE best channel yhis platform has yet to see. Thank you for the hard work and laughs you hand out 🍻

    • @10wjlaudio07
      @10wjlaudio07 2 года назад +5

      The mathematical formulas are not cheap either.

    • @ricksheppard31
      @ricksheppard31 2 года назад +7

      🤔OTC

    • @bwt3278
      @bwt3278 2 года назад +3

      Love everything you do! PSA if anyone sends you the snap on ball joint press, it you over stress the cups that come with it they will explode.. been there done that

    • @emmanuelmorales4121
      @emmanuelmorales4121 2 года назад +2

      I would gladly give you and project farm the $100 I pay every month for cable TV, keep up the great work guys.

  • @calvinbarnes1721
    @calvinbarnes1721 2 года назад +535

    I know all the Jiffy Lubes will be glad to see one of the tools they use to put drain plugs back in tested, looking forward to the one inch impact test

    • @brianbanks3044
      @brianbanks3044 2 года назад +26

      Valvoline too....they don't want any leakers leaving the place...lol....but i did have to use a 2 foot breaker bar to get my oil plug out after a mid winter oil change

    • @Kanesgarage
      @Kanesgarage 2 года назад

      lol

    • @TheDudeMyDude
      @TheDudeMyDude 2 года назад

      😂😂😂

    • @TheRealMikeWilly
      @TheRealMikeWilly 2 года назад +20

      A buddy of mine works for Jiffy Lube. He says they buy at least 1 oil pan a month kuz they strip em out when impacting them back in.

    • @MrSupernova111
      @MrSupernova111 2 года назад

      lmao!

  • @Anglo-EgyptianMan
    @Anglo-EgyptianMan 2 года назад +201

    This channel is better than Netflix!

  • @SouthMainAuto
    @SouthMainAuto 2 года назад +457

    Believe it or not I've beaten the balls off a few ball joint presses in my day. I always had OTC and have been through several of them. Years ago I got a couple from Astro tools. They're extra deep one or extra long rather and then their regular set. I've hammered, heated, beated, sprayed, torqued, twisted, thrown and dropped them in the dirt snd they seem to hold up pretty well. I'd be interested to see where Astro holds up in the mix...

    • @rockerpat1085
      @rockerpat1085 2 года назад +21

      I have the Snap On Press and I have used it for the past 13 years and it's the BEST!!!
      All the cups have snap rings and hold everything together perfectly!!!!
      It's well worth the cost!!!!
      Keep Rocking It Out Brother!!!

    • @miguelare3
      @miguelare3 2 года назад +14

      I actually bought the astro tool ball joint press because of you Eric and man they take a beating they hold up like no other!

    • @boosted2.4_sky
      @boosted2.4_sky 2 года назад +9

      I always get the Astro or OTC brand tools if they're available... I'll pay for a better product and warranty every time....

    • @1337penguinman
      @1337penguinman 2 года назад +10

      I run the Maddox one myself, but it's rare I ever use it. 95% of the ball joints I end up doing are either built into the control arm or the bolt on style. Honestly, I end up using my angle grinder for the riveted type much more often than my press. Just the type of vehicles that are popular around here I guess.

    • @johnmorrow1628
      @johnmorrow1628 2 года назад +10

      Astro tools are awesome I have the full ball joint press and the Goliath press
      Very good quality

  • @bigcheese370
    @bigcheese370 2 года назад +92

    Product testing is good, like what you and project farm do.

    • @jonbanfill
      @jonbanfill 2 года назад +5

      Shout out to project farm

    • @zrafferty
      @zrafferty 2 года назад +1

      I enjoy project farm he put thought into his tests

  • @twalters51
    @twalters51 2 года назад +54

    I love to see the Astro, OTC, Snap-on and Matco's exclusive designed presses tested. This is definitely interesting on how different even the 2 cheapest ones are.

    • @-tr0n
      @-tr0n 2 года назад

      Start clicking on the ads!

    • @No1scrapy
      @No1scrapy 2 года назад +2

      The matco one is designed by Schley

    • @jerryvelasco1474
      @jerryvelasco1474 Год назад +2

      Snap- on has the best ball joint press by far. The price for one is what sucks.
      Matco came out with a new design, but it is not as versatile in small tight areas.

  • @johannlourens6183
    @johannlourens6183 9 месяцев назад +88

    I used ruclips.net/user/postUgkx4ynqaujg7rZKFapA8s29kTpRszJGa3-K this for the first time today to replace the front wheel bearing on my rwd 98 dodge dakota. This had absolutely no issue removing or reinstalling the lug nuts and it took off the axle nut without any struggle. Sounds like it's got some muscle to it. Time will tell

    • @GregsAutomotive
      @GregsAutomotive 3 месяца назад

      So does my 1/4 craftsman usa impact !!!!! Well with a small struggle.

  • @Blazer02LS
    @Blazer02LS 2 года назад +45

    The big thing with this style press is getting it set up in a straight line. Get just a bit off angle and now the force required climbs rapidly due to the angular pressures on the parts. That and the folks who miss the retaining ring, or that it's a threaded part not a press in.

    • @TorqueTestChannel
      @TorqueTestChannel  2 года назад +10

      Exactly this, spot on!

    • @TJK0ng
      @TJK0ng 2 года назад +8

      With the old Pittsburgh kit from Horror Fright the cups/adapters were so soft they would start to bend and crumple on the first turn so it didn't really matter how much of a straight line you had it in the C-frame was soon all crooked & done for. Likewise, if their new Maddox one doesn't come with higher quality adapters it really won't matter that the C-frame is stronger than their last model , but unfortunately this testing didn't take that into account.

    • @christopherblodgett8362
      @christopherblodgett8362 2 года назад +11

      @@TJK0ng lol one of my Pittsburgh adapters has an old axle nut forever cold welded into it. Thought I was making progress but the nut was just swaging it's way into the cup.

  • @tedburke728
    @tedburke728 2 года назад +94

    Could you test if possible OTC and Asrto pneumatic brands

    • @mikethetoolman8776
      @mikethetoolman8776 2 года назад +5

      otc USA made lifetime warranty--astro Taiwan made and 1 yr warranty plus will stretch over time

    • @peterfaggella3120
      @peterfaggella3120 2 года назад +7

      Yes! OTC for sure!!

    • @crazycanaboy95
      @crazycanaboy95 2 года назад +7

      Yeah I'm really wanting to see the OTC

    • @FinallyMe78
      @FinallyMe78 2 года назад +4

      Another for otc.

    • @frankinjeep1194
      @frankinjeep1194 2 года назад +6

      OTC test I've punished mine for 25 years with no failure

  • @chrislittle9419
    @chrislittle9419 2 года назад +27

    How about you test the big boy snap on ball joint press?

    • @TheGuruStud
      @TheGuruStud 2 года назад +1

      Bc snap on is a scam. Anything snap on is money truly wasted.

    • @smitty2jones
      @smitty2jones 2 года назад +10

      @@TheGuruStud Found the guy that hasn't used a snap on ball joint press 🤣

    • @billybobaggins8820
      @billybobaggins8820 2 года назад +3

      @@smitty2jones he hasn’t used anything but harbor freight to change a lightbulb on his handa probably

    • @smitty2jones
      @smitty2jones 2 года назад +1

      @@CPthetooladdict CP! I don't have a Matco dealer, bit their new BJ press looks dope. I've had the SO for more than a decade and never had any problems (except my grease gun head won't fit on the zerk)

    • @matthewklein9225
      @matthewklein9225 2 года назад +2

      @@smitty2jones damn right. That snap on press is well worth every penny

  • @nighthawkron
    @nighthawkron 2 года назад +49

    With vehicle prices and availability going insane most people will be working on their own car/trucks during these trying times, I know I will. Letting people know which tools will do the job safely and effectively is very much appreciated. Thank you for all you do. P. S. It's great the way you present the testing also. Thanks again.

    • @nighthawkron
      @nighthawkron 2 года назад +1

      @@soundsofnature7015 As the prices go up people have a tendency to keep their vehicles longer, which in turn means either take it to a Stealership, local repair shop or do the repairs themselves. If it comes down to paying to put a ball joint on or paying for a prescription I for one will do the work myself and use the money saved to get the medicine my daughter needs to keep her alive. Knowing which ones are the best to get the job done helps me do just that.

    • @japerezo75
      @japerezo75 2 года назад +1

      Some Harbor Freight tools I consider them to be “Single Use” plus the repair for which you need it is something you only do every 6 years so I just buy the cheapest tool, use it and dispose it at the metal recycling center. The DIY savings are greater than the cost to buy new tools.

    • @uenragedbro
      @uenragedbro Год назад

      It's neither one of these

  • @dannyraterman1754
    @dannyraterman1754 2 года назад +21

    I'd like to see a snap-on or OTC ball joint press to see how they'd stack up

  • @rockerpat1085
    @rockerpat1085 2 года назад +7

    Snap On Press!!!!
    I have owned one for the past 13 years and have never had any kind of problem!!!
    The cups are held together by snap rings and hold everything together perfectly!!!!
    It's the BEST!!!!
    Keep Rocking It Out!!!

    • @snap-off5383
      @snap-off5383 2 года назад

      $?

    • @michaelmcgregor3108
      @michaelmcgregor3108 2 года назад +1

      Bjp1, $800 plus for the master kit. I own two actually and have cracked and shattered the cups, but never had a problem with the actual press itself

    • @movaughn20
      @movaughn20 2 года назад +1

      I see snap on sets used, retailing around $600. Sounds like a decent investment, hopefully we will see in part 2!

  • @randyhavard6084
    @randyhavard6084 2 года назад +8

    I never would have guessed that one was able to produce so much more pressure, I thought this test would just tell us which one would fail first but things got so much more interesting.

  • @kdbl007
    @kdbl007 2 года назад +19

    I think the most common ones most of us use are OTC since that’s what the parts stores loan out, or Astro, Snapoff, Matco

    • @CalebsCars
      @CalebsCars 2 года назад +1

      that snap on one is amazing, I haven't used the matco yet

    • @jerryvelasco1474
      @jerryvelasco1474 Год назад

      Snap- on is the king in ball joint tool.
      Matco has a new design, but it isn't able to fit in tight small areas.

  • @kennethstephens8046
    @kennethstephens8046 2 года назад +26

    I’ve got the Astro pneumatic. It’s been awesome.

    • @reallyhappenings5597
      @reallyhappenings5597 2 года назад +1

      Same, their one-box master set was a decent price on Amazon. I got the "Goliath" extended clamp too. Custom fittings from the Home Depot plumbing dept.

    • @jamesstewart505
      @jamesstewart505 2 года назад

      I bought a used astro press about 10 years ago it worked great for years but sadly the press frame has opened up and i can no longer use it to install ball joints they always go in on an angle. Cant really complain, it held up for longer than expected and they're fairly inexpensive.

  • @93sundance
    @93sundance 2 года назад +14

    Love the channel!
    I've got the old Pittsburgh press, cost me a whopping $30. I've used it mostly for u-joints and and some ball joints. Hasn't bent yet. Used a IR 2135Ti on it.

  • @benmiller5015
    @benmiller5015 2 года назад +3

    Love this new series guys. You're growing so fast n diversifying like crazy. I have the maddox n I mean I put it through hell on 4 ball joints on a 95 ford f150 using a breaker bar n 3 ft of cheater bar n it held up just fine with no bending

  • @jeffjankiewicz5100
    @jeffjankiewicz5100 2 года назад +2

    As a DIY-ER, I own a Maddox set, used it to replace ball joints and Universal joints and had no problem. Was a good buy for me.

  • @OBSessed1995
    @OBSessed1995 2 года назад +4

    I have the Maddox, used it on the rusted stuck ball joints on my 1995 Chevy 2500. Didn't even break a sweat, pressed them right out then right back in. I highly recommend it. I was using a Kobalt 24v, non XTR. That also did great, went through a bar of a 4 amp hour battery after 2 ball joints (uppers are riveted on this truck) and all of the front end bolts.

  • @georgef1176
    @georgef1176 2 года назад +21

    Most of the ball joint presses, many of the high end companies say in directions NOT too use impacts on them. Only by hand.. but I have always used impacts and never broke a high end C-frame

    • @1337penguinman
      @1337penguinman 2 года назад +4

      "Don't use with impact wrench" is the press equivalent of "not for use as a hammer or prybar" on other tools.

    • @baileyhatfield4273
      @baileyhatfield4273 2 года назад

      @@1337penguinman Don't use your screwdriver as a prybar or chisel XDDD, just broke my baby snap on pocket screwdriver/probably not branded as a prybar....prying something. Thing was like 10 dollars so. Which isnt cheap for what it is, but yeah.

    • @TJK0ng
      @TJK0ng 2 года назад

      FWIW - All of OTC Tool's official channel Ball Joint Press demonstration videos (ex: ruclips.net/video/uJilnrCJsxc/видео.html ) show them using impact and their model 7248 (kit # 7249) is made in USA & doesn't cost much more if at all than the cheap ones do.

    • @Sasskin
      @Sasskin 2 года назад

      Because of the thread not c-frame. Impacts destory threads

  • @dr_benson1284
    @dr_benson1284 2 года назад +11

    Hey look, I finally found the impact that Jiffy Lube uses to tighten the oil drain plug!

  • @setunedouche
    @setunedouche 2 года назад

    Great information brother!!! Love your channel!!! Thanks for your hard work and attention to detail!!!

  • @doogoodminds8157
    @doogoodminds8157 Год назад +3

    Did enough of us ask to see part 2 yet? Sure would be awesome to see! Thanks for all your hard work!🖖
    Torque Test Channel
    1 year ago
    Where is episode 2? We bought most of the top suggestions from the comments here. Tested them, then sent them to a facility to pull apart the ones we couldn't nuke to measure that. BUT of those brands it includes Astro, who Torque of TTC is working. So, it's on the back burner for now until we figure out if you guys want to see that or not. It's up to you guys. But the data's already in the books as it were.

  • @NoahWL1
    @NoahWL1 2 года назад +10

    I'm super excited for this new series! I'm always suspicious of Amazon's too-good-to-be-true 4.5 and 5 star reviews, but as far as tools and auto parts go I haven't found a way to truly know what's what. Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into these videos!

  • @pjseidel
    @pjseidel 2 года назад +11

    I definitely would like to see the OTC on that rig. I have spent a lot of time pressing anchor pins out with them by tightening them down with the impact and then beating on them with a sledge.

    • @ericbrandt829
      @ericbrandt829 2 года назад +1

      I learned long ago from a veteran mechanic with balancer pullers & presses....If its stuck and seems unyielding....Tension it up and give the bolt a nice TAP! with a sledge...the shock forces will usually break any bonds...otherwise you'll ruin the tool. Also heat and shocking the junction while its still hot with PB Blaster will undo galvanic interaction.

    • @wades623
      @wades623 2 года назад

      @@ericbrandt829 had an aluminum control arm break before and that is what it probably was

    • @jacksmith2315
      @jacksmith2315 2 года назад

      @@ericbrandt829 map gas+pb blaster=hot oil treatment. Works well. Especially on rusted nuts and bolts. For presses and stuff, yes the extra smack def works wonders. If thats not working add the hot oil treatment. Project farm actually did a vid testing kroil, pb blaster, atf mixed w acetone, cheap liquid wrench, etc. The cheapest one, liquid wrench actually worked the best

  • @lambertdoan5932
    @lambertdoan5932 2 года назад

    Great addition to the channel. Lots of good information.

  • @drdiesel1
    @drdiesel1 2 года назад +10

    Please test the OTC 7249, $120 on Amazon.

    • @XRIDER0002
      @XRIDER0002 2 года назад

      Same set at the Mac so I'd love to see it

  • @bleach_drink_me
    @bleach_drink_me 2 года назад +4

    I use the HF one, has worked fine. Nice to see a test of ball joint presses.

  • @mlkelley68
    @mlkelley68 2 года назад +14

    Do you already have the Astro Pneumatics 7897 on your list to test?

  • @danashay
    @danashay 2 года назад

    Well done! Good job.
    Good to know I'm not the only
    fella that ponders these things.
    Bravo!

  • @chiparooo
    @chiparooo 2 года назад

    Very timely. I’m looking at buying a ball joint press. I like you methodology and explanations. Thanks for sharing!

  • @toyorover1313
    @toyorover1313 2 года назад +3

    I would like to see otc and snap on tested. Great test, earned a sub. I love the recap at the end

  • @zachsmith7612
    @zachsmith7612 2 года назад

    Love to see you guys investing back into the channel.

  • @rotorhead5000
    @rotorhead5000 2 года назад +1

    Neat! I've been using a cheapy set (labeled as ATD, probably same manufacturer as the Amazon, and most other cheapy sets out there) and it's held up well for 15 years now. I've had it pretty bowed out pressing kingpins and chassis bushings, but it's always returned to its shape. It's been impacted since day 1 (counter to the operator instructions) and round here, there's no balljoint that isn't rusty.

  • @LilasTools
    @LilasTools 2 года назад +5

    Wow awesome testing! I’d love to see the otc, Astro, and snap on tested!

  • @kleanupguy141
    @kleanupguy141 2 года назад +3

    Drive shaft joint press from Tiger tools would be interesting. Btw I’m always impressed with the ways you find to test those tools 👍

  • @russellstephan6844
    @russellstephan6844 2 года назад

    Bravo fellas!
    The testing is kewl and very necessary to hold tool vendors feet to the fire, no doubt. But, I love your thinking and platform building to get the data and results!
    What can I say? I'm a engineering geek too!

  • @l3lhsl3
    @l3lhsl3 2 года назад +1

    Haven't watched yet but just wanted to comment you guys have a great channel. Very well put together

  • @jenniferwhitewolf3784
    @jenniferwhitewolf3784 2 года назад +3

    I wonder how the industry premium tool, the Snap-On BJPT would have fared? My family used to be in the car repair biz and bent up all the cheap tools just as you show. Once the Snappy kit was purchased, bending failure ended. I inherited the kit and even with shop use, its straight, its got great threads, and non of the rings or plates are deformed. It had use on suspensions and on light hydraulic systems driving seized pins... and it still all works like new.

  • @danr1920
    @danr1920 2 года назад +4

    If the ball joint doesn't come out on full force, hit it with a metal hammer. I did that with a universal joint that had maxed out using my bench vise. One moderate blow to the joint and it was out.

    • @joselozano0528
      @joselozano0528 2 года назад

      Try a 20 year old pitman arm in a Ford or Chevy truck. I had 1 that wouldn't come out with a 1in breaker bar & 7ft pipe.

    • @joselozano0528
      @joselozano0528 2 года назад

      Oh & I still hit it with an air hammer, my mechanic was so mad.

    • @christopherblodgett8362
      @christopherblodgett8362 2 года назад

      That's how I do all ball joints now. Just crank the press down moderately tight, smack the metal next to the joint with a BFH, tighten, snack, repeat. Way less effort and a lot less violent when there isn't 10k lbs of force on it when it breaks loose.

    • @joselozano0528
      @joselozano0528 2 года назад

      @@christopherblodgett8362 yeah that was me back in the day & a pitman arm, definitely not a ball joint. I now do it your way cause your right it's much safer.

    • @christopherblodgett8362
      @christopherblodgett8362 2 года назад +1

      @@joselozano0528 I first learned about it fighting with the upper frame mount for the front track bar on my jeep TJ. Someone in the group told me to smack the side of the frame mount and I couldn't believe how easy it worked. Then I tried it on the upper and lower ball joints and they popped right out. Then tried it on the tie rod ends with just light/moderate pressure from a 1/2" ratchet on a small cheap harbor freight ball joint separator and they popped right out too. And this was on a rusty jeep that came from NY. Almost as much of a game changer as discovering 3/8" battery impact wrenches lol.

  • @blautens
    @blautens 2 года назад +1

    Yessssss!!!!! I love this. I have an Astro set I picked up used, but I suspect is identical to several other brands. It's worked well, but Im always curious when I read bad reviews.

  • @motorcitymadman146
    @motorcitymadman146 Год назад

    Just want to say I really enjoy your videos. Thanks.

  • @MrSubaru1387
    @MrSubaru1387 2 года назад +19

    Snap-on BJP1 FTW

    • @TorqueTestChannel
      @TorqueTestChannel  2 года назад +4

      Sure sounds like we'll be picking one up!

    • @maverick12916
      @maverick12916 2 года назад +2

      Its the best

    • @richardstockwell4862
      @richardstockwell4862 2 года назад +1

      I absolutely love mine had it for years

    • @jerryvelasco1474
      @jerryvelasco1474 Год назад +2

      I don't think it needs to be tested.
      Anyone in the automotive tech world knows the Snap-on one is by far the best.
      The only thing that sucks about it is the price.

  • @joshvick6931
    @joshvick6931 2 года назад +5

    As a diy guy I would be curious how these stack up against the various ones you can rent at a parts store. That would put in perspective if it is worth owning one or just renting it when needed.

    • @user-te3qq1rb7u
      @user-te3qq1rb7u 2 года назад +1

      Honestly I’d just rent them. You pay a deposit and get your money back when you return it. Unless you’re a mechanic for a living, you’re not doing ball joints often enough that a trip to the auto parts store is inconvenient. Spend that money on other tools you use often. Just my two cents.

  • @kentuckycowboy2
    @kentuckycowboy2 2 года назад

    Being a retired Ford motor auto light truck tech I have and used a MAC Tools Ball Joint Press set I used it for years and put in hundreds of Ball joints. Kept it cleaned and lubed I never had any trouble out of it.

  • @jerrysanchez5453
    @jerrysanchez5453 2 года назад

    Really enjoyed this video and would love to see more like it

  • @meanodustino9563
    @meanodustino9563 2 года назад +4

    Damn that D-handle is a BEAST🤔 good for putting lugs on my civic👍

  • @PhillyFixed
    @PhillyFixed 2 года назад +7

    Nice shirt!

  • @MrSupernova111
    @MrSupernova111 2 года назад

    Wow! This is incredibly insightful! Thank you!

  • @ninjatechauto655
    @ninjatechauto655 2 года назад +1

    The ones I would like to see a comparison on are the Astro, OTC, Snap-On BJP1 and Matco's Big boy. Especially those last two. Love your vids. Please keep them up.

  • @robertweir9034
    @robertweir9034 2 года назад +3

    I had a HF and it bent trying to remove a lower ball joint on a 2001 dodge 2500 pickup. Never did get it out. Replaced with an Astro but haven’t used it yet. I’m curious how the astro would do. I hear the OTC is suppose to be good also.

    • @jamesu
      @jamesu 2 года назад

      I use my old Harbor Freight set to loan to people I don’t care for. Seriously the Astro may do it but I just skip to the snap on for anything but small cars!

  • @pianomail
    @pianomail 2 года назад +4

    It would be nice to see some "Big Boy" brands like Snap-On, Mac, etc.
    However, I realize those are QUITE pricey.

  • @sanderfossfazlagic1349
    @sanderfossfazlagic1349 2 года назад +1

    Best youtube Chanel ever! Keep up the good work!! 🤩

  • @user-bx5zy1mu3v
    @user-bx5zy1mu3v 2 года назад

    Thank you very much for your unique content, this is the great channel.

  • @InssiAjaton
    @InssiAjaton 2 года назад +10

    Despite trying my hardest, I cannot figure out the reason for doubling the deformation reading. If the pressure cage does not swell during the test, the measurement is the "total" without doubling. At most, if you want to calculate each individual prong deformation, I would rather divide than multiply. What is going on?

    • @snap-off5383
      @snap-off5383 2 года назад +1

      Same ? Makes no sense there would be double that in actual deflection.

    • @InssiAjaton
      @InssiAjaton 2 года назад

      @@snap-off5383 .... So, how will the same gap magically appear to the back side of the pressure gage?

    • @snap-off5383
      @snap-off5383 2 года назад +1

      @@InssiAjaton read what I said and understand it, then you won't need to ask that question. (I'm agreeing with you)

    • @Bobbywolf64
      @Bobbywolf64 2 года назад +3

      You are correct. Torque test channel got that aspect wrong. a 5mm deflection is just that, a 5mm deflection.

    • @Pidrittel
      @Pidrittel 2 года назад

      Was about to comment on the same thing. Indeed his measurement already equals to the total deflection, because the setup is not symmetric (deformation only shows in the front, at least if the pressure thingy does not deform).

  • @nickdibart
    @nickdibart 2 года назад +3

    Great video but I have to ask, why are you doubling the deflection measurement? The piston is still backed against the rear foot of the tool and any deflection back there would also show up as increased clearance at the front where you measure.

    • @TorqueTestChannel
      @TorqueTestChannel  2 года назад +2

      The total dimensional growth at 14:39 was greater than anything we measured using the D-handle by measuring one end, and that's from a 1/2" earthquake impact. There was bend going on at the back during the runs, we just couldn't access it and put a number to it. So we doubled everything, which since they are just being compared to each other should still be usefull, but agreed not the best approach. Some 12" calipers would have been better measuring the whole press length, but we plan to test larger c frames to and even 12" calipers would not have worked there and we couldn't swing $350 calipers.

    • @loganriechers8764
      @loganriechers8764 2 года назад

      @@TorqueTestChannel Anytime tool 12" calipers on Amazon are a pretty nice set for $80. I'm a career machinist and use them when I need the bigger size. Sometimes handy too having a dial caliper that does standard and metric

    • @nickdibart
      @nickdibart 2 года назад +1

      @@TorqueTestChannel Fair enough. Those larger Vernier calipers definitely aren't cheap.

    • @kasparroosalu
      @kasparroosalu 2 года назад +1

      @@TorqueTestChannel You are referencing your measurements from the back side of the ball joint press. Measurements that you took are the total delection. Body of the ram is acting as a gauge block.

  • @riccoc.8891
    @riccoc.8891 2 года назад

    Thank you guys great test

  • @kevinbaker5630
    @kevinbaker5630 2 года назад

    Damn this channel just get better and better would recommend you guys test the otc ball joint press next

  • @guy990
    @guy990 2 года назад +3

    By far and away the best tool review channel on RUclips

  • @flyboy2610
    @flyboy2610 2 года назад +5

    I have the Astro Pneumatic 7897 set. It's a beast! Does anything I ask it to, and then asks "Is that all you've got?" :D

    • @reallyhappenings5597
      @reallyhappenings5597 2 года назад

      same, still a pain to set up but it's the only one I've ever had

  • @robertfrate9738
    @robertfrate9738 2 года назад +1

    Hi, I’ve used the power built puller with an ir impact and it got the job done, in the last five years or so I’ve been replacing the the entire control arm it’s cheaper and more efficient,

  • @kirkwd8829
    @kirkwd8829 Год назад

    I have destroyed a couple presses and truly appreciate you looking to test these. Look forward to other tests.

  • @enrico81
    @enrico81 2 года назад +4

    I'd be interested in seeing a Hazet impact tested. They make big claims torque wise and are quite expensive so i'd be interested in seeing if it holds up to its claims.

    • @snap-off5383
      @snap-off5383 2 года назад

      rebranded taiwan stuff.

    • @janbastein7355
      @janbastein7355 Год назад

      @@snap-off5383 Snap …… rebranded China stuff!!!😀😀😀

    • @snap-off5383
      @snap-off5383 Год назад

      @@janbastein7355 nope, INFAR and KABO only operate in Taiwan.

  • @seanriedel8933
    @seanriedel8933 2 года назад +4

    I want to see the O Rielly rental tool evertough to see how tough it is.

  • @christopherkidd3401
    @christopherkidd3401 Год назад

    Excellent study. Thank you.

  • @UnavailableUserID
    @UnavailableUserID 2 года назад

    I am so very very happy that I accidentally found your channel because this is some GOOD content. I like the presentation, the methodology, and the complete lack of unnecessary bullshit. Thank you.

  • @gmiller442
    @gmiller442 2 года назад +2

    Would love to see a “drag race” between the Astro Pnuematic 7865/7897 and the Powerbuilt 648617. I would think these two kits would be near the top spending limits a moderate to heavy DIY’er would feel comfortable buying. These tools also seem to present as better quality compared to the OMT kits. It would also be awesome if you used the press collars and adapters in the kits. It seems like this is where these tools really give up. It’s not so much the forcing screw and c-frame press, it’s moreover the cups and adapters that bend and crack. Love your channel!!! Keep up the good work!!!

  • @jdmking4776
    @jdmking4776 2 года назад

    I personally use the powerbuilt kit. Seems to work great. I've even used it for things it's not designed for like removing wheel bearings.

  • @IBEDAVE87
    @IBEDAVE87 2 года назад +2

    I've had an OTC set for many years and it's held up really well. I'd like to see how it does here.

  • @Ferkle871
    @Ferkle871 2 года назад +2

    The snap on ball joint press set.

  • @galvan525
    @galvan525 2 года назад

    Loved to see how the Tiger Tool press holds up. Been thinking about picking one up.

  • @TheBtrain99
    @TheBtrain99 2 года назад

    Didn't even use one of these when I did a ball joint. Used the screw wedge thing to bust it loose from the control arm, and a combination of part of a bearing press kit, a 10lb sledge and some larger impact sockets to press out and in on the knuckle.

  • @bleach_drink_me
    @bleach_drink_me Год назад

    I have had that HF tool for a number of years and used it a few times over the years. It's still holding up okay.i keep the threads cleaned and lubed. Only thing I could ask for is a bigger selection of sizes but those can be bought or use other things as a receiver.

  • @ianloyd6384
    @ianloyd6384 2 года назад +2

    “It’s not longer living a straight lifestyle”. Lmao 🤣🤣🤣

  • @geologic740
    @geologic740 2 года назад +2

    Nice work. Would like to see Astro, OTC and OEM brands tested

  • @deanm3464
    @deanm3464 2 года назад

    I’ve got the OTC set and it’s always gotten the job done and it’s gotten used lots over the years

  • @baileyhatfield4273
    @baileyhatfield4273 2 года назад

    I've used my 2767? the New h1/2 high torque anyways, on a powerbuilt branded kit. I tell you, i had that think just GOING at it flat out, needed to even get a fresh battery to really get it out of there. Did the job and nothing broke so...i'm glad.

  • @alex_thecarguy
    @alex_thecarguy 2 года назад

    Really cool new test and I'm excited to see more results with it, but y'all really should implement some sort of blast shield since a failure on this could definitely lead to fragmentation. Perhaps a vertical pane with a porthole for the Milwaukee to pass through. Would hate to see y'all get hurt

  • @junianius
    @junianius 2 года назад +2

    Definitely give tiger tool a go at it, they fall under the “more pricey” category so that’s why I’m interested.

  • @leoashrae4199
    @leoashrae4199 2 года назад

    I've had a Snap-On (I think it's a BJP1) for years. I don't use it much anymore because I've lost or ruined quite a few of the adapter cups and other parts, but the press itself seems to be as solid as it always was. This press is quite a bit more robust than the OTC and it's many clones. With its grease fitting on the threaded end of the frame and finer pitch thread on the screw, it just seems to be better built. I'll bet it will be a contender for the top spot. I also have a hodgepodge of OTC and Astro, which are my primary tools now. The cups and adapters seem to be interchangeable, they're easy to find on all the tool trucks (except for the Snap-On truck), and seem to hold up well.

  • @EATSLEEPFARM
    @EATSLEEPFARM 2 года назад +2

    I use the Astro a lot and it hasn’t failed me yet 💪 would like to see it tested

  • @charlesflores9714
    @charlesflores9714 2 года назад

    I swear I didn't think y'all would be able to keep original content going. Awesome.

    • @TorqueTestChannel
      @TorqueTestChannel  2 года назад +1

      Hey cheers. We're less than a year old, just starting out. As the channel grows, so will what we're able to test.

  • @jedidiahmora6921
    @jedidiahmora6921 2 года назад

    While not a ball joint press, the Snap-On TAP1 brake anchor pin press is designed to be used with a 3/4” impact. Taking that press to the limit would be cool. Keep the good content coming.

  • @Aspire198
    @Aspire198 2 года назад

    Holy crap, that's legitimately impressive how much force these things are capable of. Especially the hazard fright example

  • @dc5723
    @dc5723 2 года назад

    I have the Snap-on BJP1 and the Astro Master Kit and had huge successes with both.

  • @Seveneleven44
    @Seveneleven44 2 года назад

    I can attest for the strength of the snap-on ball joint press, (BJP1). Used it for traction bar bushings on heavy duty fords, spring shackles on pull behind trailers, ball joints of all sizes and types, rigged it to use to remove a slack adjuster in the field one time…one of the best tool investments I’ve ever made

  • @kennygroover9921
    @kennygroover9921 Год назад +1

    ASTRO vs. OEM vs. OTC im looking to replace my stolen MATCO Master set (otc w/matco brand 2 cases) and im not going to lay down an other fortune on a master kit but am leaning towards the astro, bought a used powerbuilt set, no complaints, but not sureit will hold up long term like my matco/otc thanks, great job guys keep it up!

  • @johnnymissfire8464
    @johnnymissfire8464 2 года назад

    We have been beating the crap out of a matco (OTC?) BALL JOINT RESS AT WORK FOR 20 YEARS. It has visibly bent while in use but always returned to normal shape and never messed up the threads. I have used a 3' breaker bar on it until it wouldn't turn any more then beat it with a 4lb hammer to shock the ball joint out. It still works great!

  • @johnc.4931
    @johnc.4931 2 года назад +1

    I would love to see the Astro compared to the Snap-On, Matco and OTC.
    The shop I work for awhile back had an Astro as a shop tool, and it seemed to hold up well. I would wonder if it still is a good tool and worth the lower price tag vs the more expensive ones.

  • @andrewcarr899
    @andrewcarr899 2 года назад +2

    OTC, snap-on and matco
    Use the snap-on all the time with our impacts and have never done any damage.

  • @Tylerbone96
    @Tylerbone96 2 года назад

    I’ve had the Maddox the last couple years since I don’t usually do too much ball joint replacement, just don’t see that all that much, but I do it every now and then. Didn’t want to fork over the OTC or Snap on or Matco, glad to see for the price it’s actually not that bad!

    • @karlgutenburg9176
      @karlgutenburg9176 2 года назад

      So far its not that bad. Now im pumped to find out which brand is the best!!

  • @jerryjohnson5545
    @jerryjohnson5545 2 года назад

    I have the harbor freight model. I’ve only used it for 12 ball joints, once off and once on, so 24 time. So far it is holding up but the cups and adapters are starting to deform. Great video

  • @tonycroteau9264
    @tonycroteau9264 2 года назад

    Great video 👍

  • @dgregb
    @dgregb 2 года назад

    I bought one of these OMT sets for a ball joint job. The 2.25" inside diameter sleeve wouldn't fit over the balljoint. I measured with a dial caliper and the actual ID was 2.24". I had to ream around the inside of the sleeve with my dremel to get the thing to fit. That 10 thou makes a difference. Otherwise I didn't have any trouble with the kit.

  • @Patrick-857
    @Patrick-857 2 года назад

    The amount of work in these videos is insane.

  • @BadBoy-xr8zl
    @BadBoy-xr8zl Год назад

    Wow man your videos are so entertaining

  • @Lucas12v
    @Lucas12v 2 года назад

    This channel just keeps getting better.

  • @goldentrichomeshydro4260
    @goldentrichomeshydro4260 2 года назад

    Great info. 👍