Brian mentions it, but remember that you shouldn't be "breaking loose" or torqueing down fasteners with the ratchet ends of these. That's asking for trouble, as the ratchet mechanism is the weak point of the tool. ALWAYS use a regular (non-ratcheting) wrench to do this, then use the ratchet portion to quickly remove or reinstall the nut or bolt. It's the same thing as when you're using a ratchet and sockets; use a breaker bar to break loose or torque down nuts and bolts, then use the ratchet to work more quickly while removing/reinstalling. Remembering to do that will insure a lifetime of use from your ratcheting wrenches.
Well, what's the point of buying the 90° ratchet wrenches if they're not for breaking? They're to get into tight spots, but what do I use to break a bolt that's in a tight spot where only the were ratchet wrench will fit?
I've been staring at the stubby flat wrenches at Lowe's wondering how the hell you change direction. Imagine my surprise upon hearing that you simply flip the wrench around. That is the DEFINITION of working smarter, not harder.
... There are some areas where a wrench of regular length would not fit. Stubbies are meant for that. A stubby wrench would not take the place of a regular one because it has about half the leverage. Things would take much more effort to tighten. You need both types of wrenches.
Dill Wiggle I warrantied a DeWalt ratchet with just a phone call and a part number. No questions asked and no return of the broken tool ever mentioned by the CS rep. I had the replacement tool in two days. I'm not sure if this is the 'actual' policy or not.
I choose reversible almost every time. reason being head is usually smaller and I notice they fit in more places and to me that's that these wrenches are all about... fitting places my electric ratchet won't
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Brian mentions it, but remember that you shouldn't be "breaking loose" or torqueing down fasteners with the ratchet ends of these. That's asking for trouble, as the ratchet mechanism is the weak point of the tool. ALWAYS use a regular (non-ratcheting) wrench to do this, then use the ratchet portion to quickly remove or reinstall the nut or bolt. It's the same thing as when you're using a ratchet and sockets; use a breaker bar to break loose or torque down nuts and bolts, then use the ratchet to work more quickly while removing/reinstalling. Remembering to do that will insure a lifetime of use from your ratcheting wrenches.
Great tip
Your method would take forever.
Well, what's the point of buying the 90° ratchet wrenches if they're not for breaking? They're to get into tight spots, but what do I use to break a bolt that's in a tight spot where only the were ratchet wrench will fit?
Do you think craftsman is ok for just for emergencies to keep in vehicle
I'm loving that '70 Chevelle in the background.
Thanks so much for this. I had to hunt hard to find a video on ratchet spanners (wrenches) instead of ratchets. Very well explained and demonstrated.
Thank you for this excellent video!
Excellent content, Brian. Incredibly helpful to me.
Thanks for the great explantion.
Very nice video!
I love my ratchet wrenches! Good video Brian!
I've been staring at the stubby flat wrenches at Lowe's wondering how the hell you change direction. Imagine my surprise upon hearing that you simply flip the wrench around. That is the DEFINITION of working smarter, not harder.
I’m trying to tighten the nuts on my steel frame been. Do you know what wrench I should get?
2:08 exactly. Does anyone make an indexing set like the flex head ratchets?
I'm trying to understand the purpose/difference between a stubby and standard ratchet wrench?
I guess mainly place that it takes in your toolbox and space in the stuff you´re working with.
... There are some areas where a wrench of regular length would not fit. Stubbies are meant for that. A stubby wrench would not take the place of a regular one because it has about half the leverage. Things would take much more effort to tighten. You need both types of wrenches.
Nice
Do I need regular close end and also a set of ratcheting close ends ya think? What would you get if only one and still cover most things
Ratchet wrench ends are not meant to be used for breaking loose really tight or rusted fasteners. They compliment normal wrenches.
awesome video
I love love love my crossforce gearwrench ratchet wrenches
Thanks sir
As far as I been told you have to send dewalt hand tools back at your own cost to get a replacement, meaning ratchets, sockets, wrenches etc.
Dill Wiggle I warrantied a DeWalt ratchet with just a phone call and a part number. No questions asked and no return of the broken tool ever mentioned by the CS rep. I had the replacement tool in two days. I'm not sure if this is the 'actual' policy or not.
Dill Wiggle you just give them a call with the model number and they send you a new tool. no sending anything back.
I choose reversible almost every time. reason being head is usually smaller and I notice they fit in more places and to me that's that these wrenches are all about... fitting places my electric ratchet won't
ive had my Gearwrench sets(metric&SAE) for about 10 years and ive never looked at another set. They are the straight no selector
Happened to come back and watched the video again. The wrenches that aren't flat have a 15 degree OFFSET, rather than an "angle".