Saker Grease Gun Coupler VS Lock N Lube & Flexzilla -
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- Опубликовано: 15 окт 2024
- I LOVE greasing machines. And I REALLY love a good grease coupler. I just got a new grease gun coupler in the mail from a company called SAKER, and they sell these things online for like 20 bucks. Can it beat the venerable Lock N Lube?
We'll review the Saker Grease Gun Coupler and find out!
Coupler is a weird looking word.
The Saker can be found on Amzon Here:
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Here's where to get the Lock N Lube: on Amazon
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And for some reason, I thought I bought the Flexzilla at Harbour Freight. That is incorrect. I bought it at Tractor Supply. Or Amazon. Here's an Amazon link:
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To remove a grease fitting, move the grease fitting to one side of nipple away from axial without using much force and rotate the grease fitting by twisting. It's amazing how easy it comes off! I've broken nipples off and had to replace them. Then I learned about this trick.
The “stock” lincoln type fitting is meant to be twisted to lock on and then untwist to unlock (open jaws). But most people just set it to have some tension to hold and yank to release.
For some reason, the stock tips I got on my last 2 guns are not the Lincoln style. I double checked and triple checked, and even the instuctuon sheet just tells you to press on and yank off. Cutting corners to save a buck...
I was gonna order the Saker but after watching this video, I’ll be getting the Lock N Lube. Thanks!
The Saker is built like a tank. I was bummed that it doesn't fit in our recessed zerks on the tractor. I saw some other videos where it fit just fine... ah well...
@@HomesteadBandwagon So you don't believe that the Lock-n-Lube coupler is well built or high quality?
@@travisferguson1721 It's the standard for a reason. Definitely a workhorse, and the one I use every day.
@@HomesteadBandwagon But if given a choice, which would you prefer?
If the Saker fit in the grease fittings, I'd be able to give a fair comparison. The mechanism that "grabs" the grease zerk seems less likely to get damaged on the Saker, but I'd want to use it for a few months before making a determination.
Seems like the problem lies more with the grease fitting and not the coupler. The original “zerks” performed quite well and the new cheap crap manufactured today leaks. Tried out my “leaking” coupler on an old (1957) Chrysler fitting and it worked perfect.
Well, you gotta dance with the one who brung ya..
After screaming profanities at the regular coupler for years I finally ordered a Lock-n-Lube pretty much the second I learned about it, sounds like I made the right choice.
How are you liking it for far?
@@HomesteadBandwagon It's absolutely doing the business, FINALLY got my driveshafts and U-joints nice and greasy!
Heck yeah.
Try your old tip. Turn it clockwise before you push onto the fitting you’re greasing and then turn it counterclockwise to snug it up. Grease your fitting and reverse the process. Clockwise to open. You will enjoy using the old school tip. 😊
The one i had didn't turn. There's a lot of cheap tips on the market that just rely on pressure from the grease gun and have to be pulled hard to get em off.
Thank you for the review, we are glad you like the product!
I've got every grease coupler y'all make, and we use them extensively in our tractor shop. It really is a fantastic product.
I just got the extended Lock N Lube and it really is more trouble than it is worth.
The sleeve will not slide back over the jaws unless you manually push it.
It also leaks a bunch when using. No better than a standard end and much more expensive.
You might have gotten a faulty unit. Lock N Lube is really good about swapping out bad units if you reach out to them
@@HomesteadBandwagon Unfortunately LnL said since I purchased on Amazon I have to go through them. Amazon won't do anything since it has been used.
Crazy, how do you know it doesn't work if you don't use it?!
Going to try the ones from Performance Tool.
@@christophersawtelle2558 that's a bummer. So it was sold on Amazon by a 3rd party? That's pretty lame
@@HomesteadBandwagon Went back and checked and it said LockNLube as seller.
Oh well. New ones to try on the way.
@@christophersawtelle2558 well, that's good info. I'm really surprised that LnL wouldn't warranty it.
Look up the blog .. Tools Tested.
He did an in depth test of about 10 of these things. Saker maxed out at 11,000 PSI.
it appears that with the Saker quick connect, push lever down to open the jaws to seat ( as you did) on the fitting and then push lever towards grease fitting to lock it on the fitting.....
I knew when I bought my tractor from you I am lazy when it comes to maintenance so I bought one of the dewalt grease guns to make things easier and faster but the gun getting stuck on the fittings is a pain. Now to see if one of these quick releases will work on my gun for even lazier maintenance.
I'll tell ya what- a tractor is just a gateway purchase. We've probably got as much tied up in tractor stuff as we do in the house!
@@HomesteadBandwagon I could see that. Every time I see I new attachment or accessory I tell myself "I need that in my life". Good thing the wife manages the money.
You won’t be sorry, I’ve been using my DeWalt and lock and lube for 8 years now and wouldn’t be without it!🇺🇦☮✌🏻
Man, you guys are making me really want a stinkin Dewalt grease gun now! We just got in a shipment of em at work and I've got a paycheck burning a hole in my pocket
@@HomesteadBandwagon its nice i can hit all the fittings on the tractor in about 3 minutes and its no work unless it gets stuck.
The jaws on the Lock And Lube does not last long already used the original one and the repair pack and they are worn out just not what I expected.
What's been the long term durabilty of the locknlube. The reviews I've read make me hesitate to drop the $$ for it or any of these locking type fittings.
I've been using the same one for a few years. No issues at all. We've got a couple in the shop here at work that have been in service for a similar amount of time. I think some folks just break stuff
Thanks, it's good to know you've had good luck with it.
I do think you may have been using the saker wrong i think you push it up to be able to place on fitting then pushing it down to lock it when removing it ya just push up to unlock it..
Had to stop at Walmart to get a grease gun on a 3000 mile road trip. After breaking a zirk and splitting my knuckle open I’m getting one of these bad boys
Glad I got Lock-N-Lube and not Saker for sure!
I wish the Saker would fit in the recessed fittings. It's built like a little tank! But Lock N Lube continues to reign supreme
I bought a lock n lube and the second time I tried using it. It leaked more grease than it applied to my equipment. Very frustrating
I bought one 6 months ago and i have more grease in my trash can after wiping excess grease than in my zerk fitting. would not let me return it.
Great video, thanks.
Thanks!
You bet!
That saker would be awesome if it wasn’t so big in diameter.
It does a great job at everything EXCEPT fitting into small spaces
Lock n lube for the win....
SAKER ... Apparently not expensive, but also appears to be not very good!
But then again in all fairness, you're comparing an expensive thoroughbred horse to an inexpensive mule .
Very true! I think the Saker is a great homeowner grade tool. Nothing wrong with it at all! Bummer that it didn't fit in the recessed zerks for the tractor. I'll be using it on our lawn mowers for the forseeable future, though, as it's a little easier to use blind like when you're reaching under the mower to grease a spindle.
My wife thinks you’re “so cute” and apparently “can’t get over it”…wtf is going on??🤨
It's a heavy mantle to bear being so beloved by all, but it is a mantle I bear for the good of humanity
@@HomesteadBandwagon you’re the hero we need AND the hero we deserve…The Mad Knight
Btw- you’re “The Mad Knight” in my phone now
AFTER WATCHING YOU STRUGGLE WITH THE TOOL 🔧 I DECIDED TO NOT BUY IT !
It works well, and it's built like a tank. Bummer that it didn't fit in those recessed fittings. Saker is looking at making a lower profile version
Hi, I bought the AORRZER grease gun coupler, small bore, for recessed fittings from Amazon and I think the price is also very affordable and recommend you to buy it.
LoL … you can say “gun” but not “ pistol”…. LOL
I'm basically just guessing what the rules are at this point