I have the 1/2", 3/8", and 1/4" click-type torque wrenches from HF, and they've saved me from warped brakes, warped heads, and stripped bolts for years now. Another tool they have which I like, although for more personal reasons, are the multi-colored socket sets. They're strong and cheap, but I have many memories of my daughter helping me in the shop starting age 2, because with those sockets I could tell her to bring me the blue one, or the pink one, or the black one, and she could do it. It wasn't long before she started just reading the numbers off the sockets, and knew which one was what color.
@funkmon
9 ай бұрын
That's wonderful. I wish I had kids so I could have that experience
@liveandletlive2894
8 ай бұрын
Never to late@@funkmon
@ssnochevy
Жыл бұрын
The mini pick and hook set is a game changer. You literally don't know how hard life is without it until you've had them lol. Best random harbor freight purchase ever
@glenewanyna
Жыл бұрын
agreed. Can't beat the price. I think it was $1.99
@doelbaughman1924
Жыл бұрын
Good God, tell me about it! Just bought some a week ago and I can't believe it didn't buy them before! Orings? Easy peasy now!
@craigwhitwam6560
8 ай бұрын
Mine was FREE and i LOVE them!!
@YepStillGood
2 ай бұрын
While yes $1.99 is a good price for those four picks and they are useful, I would recommend getting a larger more complete set (won't be as cheap per tool but much more useful.) Their true best use for those 4 is ditching the warranty by breaking out the torch/welder & repurposing them as custom tools for specific jobs.
@daviddawsondan
2 ай бұрын
I've purchased a couple of these sets and the handles break loose so the pick kust spins. I bought the icon set and haven't had any problems yet.
@DiligentDave1966
Жыл бұрын
By the way, if you follow the tools tested channel, you’ll see that the Pittsburgh torque wrench is the most accurate budget torque wrench on the market.
@Flash1857
Жыл бұрын
Yep thanks
@DiligentDave1966
Жыл бұрын
@MysteriousOklahomaDid you make sure that yours goes through the entire range of settings before you used it? I’ve heard that some don’t go all the way to 150 foot pounds out of the box, and you should return it if it doesn’t. I also know you’re supposed to do a warmup before using them for the first time, and if they’ve been stored inactive for awhile. I did a really thorough warmup on mine before using it for the first time, and it worked flawlessly for me. Maybe you should take yours back under warranty.
@jamescrawford8121
Жыл бұрын
I tried one and it was no good
@DiligentDave1966
Жыл бұрын
@@jamescrawford8121 Try another one.
@silvergrizzly316
Жыл бұрын
@@jamescrawford8121 you're right, I bought one back when they sold them for $9.99 and it was junk, I tried ever setting on the dial and it would never "click" I was afraid of breaking or stripping fasteners. I took it back, but that's not to say they haven't improved, HF has improved quality on quite a few products even tho they're still chinesium.
@ccenlow
Жыл бұрын
I have all of your recommended tools. I would add the plastic interior tool set, a telescoping magnet, a magnetic parts bowl, and a magnetic shop light.
@Andrew-wp1bz
Жыл бұрын
I would at 4 more magnetic parts bowls. You can’t have too many.
@TheDaninator
Жыл бұрын
I just picked up the plastic interior tool set today 👍
@meiowalot7570
Жыл бұрын
Love the magnetic bowl, they are so great for keeping fasteners from rolling away.
@Prof_Jeff
Жыл бұрын
Yes to all of your suggestions! Might also add a telescoping mirror (sometimes these are in a set with a magnetic pickup tool). I have everything but the extractor socket set (note to self: buy these) and the deep impact socket set; also, what I have isn't neccesarily the HF version. With what little I do myself, I don't have the need for the deep impact sockets; however, I have an impact extension that I use for recessed or obstructed areas.
@bottomlinebassin2001
Жыл бұрын
+1 on the magnetic shop light, use it for everything!
@josephfederer2247
Жыл бұрын
One thing to add, for returns they require a receipt so enroll in having them email you a receipt and make a folder for them. The paper receipts won’t stay legible even if you do keep it.
@BigWolfBoy50
Жыл бұрын
If you are an inside track member your purchases are kept in their system, I just took back a wrench purchased 8 years ago, when to closest store was 2 hours away, the new local store looked it up, gave my new wrench without hassle. I just had to wait about 15 minutes for the search, and they opened up a set off the shelf to replace mine.
@657449
Жыл бұрын
Sears would replace a Craftsman tool without a receipt.
@DavidStrchld
Жыл бұрын
At the least take a picture of the paper receipt, that saved my ass a few time.
@alecnichols3700
Жыл бұрын
Since when they used to be anything with Pittsburgh on the side
@hunterrock3272
Жыл бұрын
They keep track of those purchases thru your phone number, at least where I live. No receipt required
@garyleahy4537
Жыл бұрын
I'm a Harbor Freight Homer and not only do I agree with these "must have" tools but I have all of them. I can also recommend probably 15-20 more that should be on this list. Harbor Freight tools aren't for everyone, but for the "weekend warrior", they're perfect. The quality of HF tools has vastly improved over the last 8-10 years.
@colinl6703
9 ай бұрын
What are the 15-20 tools?
@garyleahy4537
8 ай бұрын
@@colinl6703 Here's a link to get you started, but there are many more tools for the DIYer that I could recommend. kzitem.info/news/bejne/zWaAmWqIoJ6LhYo
@randombuilds8336
Жыл бұрын
The hand tools at HF have significantly improved over the years. I used to regularly snap sockets from them. I always keep a set of Pittsburgh wrenches and sockets around, because if I need a custom modified tool I don't feel bad taking a grinder or welder to them.
@scottmichael3745
Жыл бұрын
Yeah bud, cut a few wrenches in half myself. When you gotta get the job done, you do what you gotta do.
@AaronW315
Жыл бұрын
@@scottmichael3745 haha I inherited my father's tools and there was at least half a dozen wrenches cut in half.
@ljprep6250
Жыл бұрын
I'm still beating away on a 6" mechanics vise I bought from the very first HFT store I saw in Escondido CA back in the late Seventies. All the wrenches and sockets I got from back then are still intact, too. Their steel has always been good.
@paulnicholson1906
Жыл бұрын
I’ve sheared off a couple of adapters I got from HF. Not sure if the steel is bad it might be that I used the impact gun on them at 160 psi though…
@scottmichael3745
Жыл бұрын
@@paulnicholson1906 Nope, you're correct. It's not the same as "name" branded (the big 3, Mac, Matco, snap on) when it comes to "speciality" items. Swivel sockets, it's gotta be from the big 3, STUPID expensive, but works. But when it comes to BASIC standard wrenches Or sockets, Harbor freight stuff is GREAT! A basic 1/2" socket set (impact) from HF is like $70, from the big 3, $500 minimum. I've been a mechanic for 32 years now (because I'm too stupid to stop this abuse) and there are things you need to spend your money on "the good shit", but sockets ain't one of them. Wrenches don't generally break, nor do impact sockets. HF stuff, for the price, is a BARGAIN!
@richardcowan996
Жыл бұрын
I used to never buy anything from HF now it's my go to store I have all of those tools. I recently just found out how good their corded and cordless tools are and for the value you can't beat it anywhere
@stevesilverson5001
Жыл бұрын
One tool I would add if you work on motorcycles is the 1/4" inch pound torque wrench. Very handy tool
@jomanallen
Жыл бұрын
I have most of these. The breaker bar is my favorite (right now). I use it on almost every job, I use it with the impact sockets because I also have an impact wrench. Those small picks are also extremely handy too. Something I would add is the punch and chisel set & hammer. Also some regular wrenches, and ratchets too.
@jerrybharrison6809
Жыл бұрын
The pin punch set is also a good product & buy!
@BlàckÐèàth
Жыл бұрын
Spot on list - I own damn near every tool you mentioned. An honorable mention that I'd add would be the Trim and molding tool set p/n 64126 for $8.99 I've used it a lot recently for taking off inner door panels and various dash trim pieces without marring up surface (using a screwdriver).
@rushthezeppelin
Жыл бұрын
Yup that trim set is great stuff. Much better than just going after everything with a flathead lol. I don't know why anyone would ever spend more than 9 smackers for another brand. They are just molding pieces of plastic for goodness sake.
@williamevans6522
Жыл бұрын
Yup! Great set! I used to install a dashcam , front and rear. All power/comm wires were tucked in and under trim in the car. No wires visible.
@rushthezeppelin
Жыл бұрын
@@williamevans6522 I used them to install backup cam and front view cam myself this past week. Nice goodies to have on old 4runner.
@rototiller78
Жыл бұрын
The Pittsburgh ½" drive impact deep socket set in Metric and SAE is a no brainer. Quite frankly, especially for the DIY Mechanics, that's the only ½" drive sockets to carry. If you're needing a ½" drive socket for a bolt, most likely you'll be able to use impact wrench anyway. Also, you can use the impact sockets on a hand ½" drive ratchet if you need too. The impact sockets will wear out faster than chrome ones, but with lifetime warranty, just get the worn out ones replaced for free. Plus, impact sockets are usually cheaper to buy than chrome ones. Save money when you can.
@davehoward2791
Жыл бұрын
I have most of those tools as well, but would also recommend the titanium nitride coated 45 piece alloy steel tap & die sets in SAE and metric. I’ve used these sets to cut threads for automotive and ag equipment and they are no joke for the DIYer. $89.99 w/o a coupon, I got both my sets about 6 months ago with a 20% off coupon so they were a steal. I wouldn’t use them to cut parts for the space shuttle, but for auto or agricultural use they rock! 👍
@mdenz3
Жыл бұрын
Taps and dies are the worst thing to buy at Harbor Freight.
@norman7179
8 ай бұрын
@@mdenz3 I just use mine for chasing damaged threads and no problem. I wouldn't want to try cutting new threads with it.
@richardbates2367
2 ай бұрын
I almost bought the 60pc or 80pc metric tap and die set but the price it's the gold anodized looking ones for $45 i got a grip on tools 110pc sae and metric tap and die set i believe off eBay
@GOVAUS1
Жыл бұрын
Agree on many you have shown. The major thing with HFT now is that their prices have reached the level of many non HFT items from other stores. Not bad but indicates that HFT is another equal store now. Not the cheap one that it used to be.
@M70ACARRY
10 ай бұрын
Exactly
@BryanTorok
8 ай бұрын
They have the Icon line and others that are designed to compete with the tool truck and high end brand names. BUT, HF also still has the Pittsburgh and Chicago Electric lines that much less expensive and still plenty good enough quality to get the job done.
@silverstar4289
Жыл бұрын
I picked up the 10mm essential socket set. A kit of several variations of the infamous missing 10mm. Look it up. One of those job saver things to have on hand
@rey7299
5 ай бұрын
Harbor freight even did a KZitem ad about it. It was accurate 😂
@COSpacegunner
Жыл бұрын
I replaced the alternator & serpentine belt on my Camry yesterday & today. I used the shallow 19 mm impact socket on the 24" breaker bar. I bought the pry-bar set (just in case, but were unused), and have had the 1/4", 3/8" & 12" torque wrenches for years. I also have the HF 3-ton jack stands, which I used today as well. Other tools listed in this video that are in my box are the "vise-grips" & wobble-extension bars. HF is only about a mile away, so very convenient for major projects (like changing out an alternator & serpentine belt). Too many other HF tools in my garage to mention here. I finally joined the Inside Track Club yesterday. Should have done that every year, years ago! The ITC discounts going on this weekend alone nearly paid for the $30 subscription.
@arthurleino
Жыл бұрын
I agree about the wobble extension set. Removing Glaresheild brackets to R&R a #1 Window on 737 sure came in handy. Now that I am Retired good for my Harley too.
@DiligentDave1966
Жыл бұрын
The breaker bar is really good.
@Bigdaddyslasher
Жыл бұрын
I bent the snot out of mine LOL I need to take them back for replacement. I bought 36" one and I haven't bent that one yet.
@DiligentDave1966
Жыл бұрын
@@Bigdaddyslasher I saw the 1/2” compared with Snap On and other expensive brands, and it held up really well. You must’ve used it really hard to bend it.
@Bigdaddyslasher
Жыл бұрын
@Diligent Dave my dad used to tell me I could tear up a steel ball, so no, it wasn't hard to bend LOL
@DiligentDave1966
Жыл бұрын
@@jacobnelson2480 I guess everyone has a different experience, depending on the situation, but one channel showed the 1/2” Pittsburgh to be very durable. It’s hard to beat Proto, though.
@d.j.roberts187
Жыл бұрын
AvE on KZitem did a test on the breaker bar.. it smoked the big brands if I recall correctly
@willdigg1448
Жыл бұрын
I recently bought a 36 inch steel pipe wrench from harbor freight, it's a Pittsburg brand because I needed one to break down a hydraulic cylinder end gland on my backhoe. This thing cost me $29.00 and it worked perfect. The gland measured out to be the same as a 4 inch pipe and I had already broke an aluminum 36 inch pipe wrench. Great value on this tool.
@mikegarrett1945
Жыл бұрын
I’ve had the Torque Wrench for 41 years now. Still works just fine!👍
@dannyo6699
28 күн бұрын
#1. I've purchased several of these and gave them to friends and family as gifts
@Bacnow
Жыл бұрын
That wobble set is something I’m picking up ASAP!
@benvasilinda9729
Жыл бұрын
My top items that I’ve bought in the few months was the 4k lbs Daytona jack, the Predator auger, Cen-Tech battery charger/jump starter and the high impact socket set. Been happy with all of these purchases and I did get the extended warranties due to the fact that I got them all on sale so it only made sense to get 3 years added and still be under or at the original price. They do carry some good stuff as like the dent remover that I bought years ago and still use and still works great. Plenty of tools because I’m most likely to lose them than I am to break them.
@anarchyamp
Жыл бұрын
1/2" breaker bar Wobble extension set Curved jaw locking pliers Mini pick/hook set C-clamp Pry bar set 1/2" impact deep socket set 3/8" bolt extractor socket set 1/2" click type torque wrench
@jthomas.
Жыл бұрын
I do industrial maintenance and have stuff from almost every brand including plenty of HF. Their 1/2 in breaker bar with the bigger style head hasn't let me down ( I _have_ broken the 3/8 ones though). I don't like the pry-bars, too much flex and the handles break because they're not full tang. The "vice-grip" set I bought also had some really bad jaw defects. Picks are great for a buck. Impact sockets are also great. Mini diamond files are surprisingly adequate. Icon swivel head ratchet gets a lot of use and keeps going. The little Chief die grinder is the best I've ever had. The XT stubby impacts are awesome lil monsters. I've got a few of their smallest cheap voyager bags, good enough for locker duty stuff. All that said, my favorite value from HF are the US General boxes, can't come close to matching them for the price.
@rickerb7196
Жыл бұрын
Great video! On a side note for you and your DIY audience, the US Military teaches to only torque to one click sounding, they have proven that doing multiple clicks actually changes the torque value in many cases!
@travisclarkin4277
Жыл бұрын
This is 100 percent true
@deanb949
Жыл бұрын
And support the ratchet head while applying pressure
@ahndeux
Жыл бұрын
The best tool I got was a set of 115 cobalt drills. They work great cutting through most tough steels or any other lighter metals. Even though its not lifetime guaranteed, they are truly workhorses.
@dld4045
Жыл бұрын
Good video, instead of knocking HF, you mention that what you feel was a good value. It should be noted that there's a limit to what any tool can handle, work within its limitations and you'll most likely be satisfied.
@rickerb7196
Жыл бұрын
Great video! One note for you, we were taught in the US Military to only click ONCE when using a torque wrench, clicking more than once actually changes the torque value you are applying, like near the end when you clicked each wheel lug nut twice.
@rickerb7196
Жыл бұрын
Sorry just noticed I already posted this!
@benkanobe7500
Жыл бұрын
The folding magnetic base work light (Like "Mustie 1" uses). They make great stocking stuffers as well.
@GlockPointer
7 ай бұрын
Hello fellow Mustie fan! Best fixit guy on the tube.
@denwhisperer7674
Ай бұрын
Good job! Great reviews & presentation. I concur and have most every recommended items. I call them ‘disposable tools’, however, I’m not a full time mechanic and they work quite well for my needs.
@aydenr2060
Жыл бұрын
Best things I bought from HF are the floor jacks, small 3" cut off tool, Pitts pro impact deep sockets. Worst things pry bars bend, socket adapter twist off, regular chrome sockets round out, drills not so good.
@LightHills
Жыл бұрын
My go to list that stays in my box. 10years worth of abuse in a professional environment and never broken ( except the ratchets but they lifetime warranty so the get exchanged for free) #1 - Long Handle 3/8 Pit Pro Ratchet flex head ( Had it for 10years now 30$) #2 - 1/4 Pit Pro flex head ratchet #3 - 1/2 Pit Pro Impact Sockets Deep #4 - 1/2 Pit Pro Impact Sockets Shallow #5 - Craftsman 540pc socket set ( on sale for 699$ instead of 1300$) #6 - US general Roll cart ( just as good as snap on and matco had mine for 8years now ZERO issues at the shop and holds everything I need to swap any engine and transmission) #7 - Pry bar set you mentioned #8 - Pick set you mentioned #9 - HF Bench Grinder mid size with one abrasive wheel and one steel wire wheel #10 - HF 20ton shop press #11 - HF Pit Pro/Daytona series Jacks/6ton Jack stands ( had my Pit Pro grey 3ton jacks for 10years now and never ever had an issue after beating the hell out of them and just picked up the Daytona series for home after using two of them at the shop for over a year now on everything you can imagine )
@will2071
Жыл бұрын
The breaker bar, pry bars, and torque wrenches are really good quality. I wrapped the hadles of the pry & breaker bars with silicon tape for extra grip.
@I-sed-no
4 ай бұрын
Just bought the ball joint separator for $19 because my pickle fork wasn't cutting it. Best $19 I've spent in years. Harbor Freight saved the day once again
@mb_a5383
Жыл бұрын
I have to agree with your choices, I own almost all of them. Didn't realize they have a lifetime warranty, that's impressive. So far I haven't noticed any problems. As an example, I've used my torque wrench many, many times over the 20+ years I've owned it, I keep it in it's plastic case when not in use and it's never given me a lick of trouble. I've owned most of my harbor freight hand tools for at least that long and they are doing just fine. Harbor freight sales some inferior stuff too but I steer clear of that kind of stuff.
@Parents_of_Twins
Жыл бұрын
I agree with everything but the C-clamps. I have purchased them and after having so many of them twist I started buying used high quality ones instead. They aren't bad if you don't need a lot of clamping force but for what I'm working on they are just too weak. I'm usually working on tractors, forklifts, backhoes, dozers, so they might be just fine for folks needing lighter duty clamps.
@kevinking3394
Жыл бұрын
The 7 piece axle nut socket set is an absolute must have. Very durable. My set is going on 13 years of almost daily use.
@rushthezeppelin
Жыл бұрын
That set rocks. I got it just so I have a 36 for my CV axles.
@letsgobrandon5814
Жыл бұрын
A must-have for your toolbox is the wobble head impact set, 3/8 and 1/2 inch sets.
@derekp6636
6 ай бұрын
I've never tried the wobbles...gotta pick some up and give it a try.
@GosselinFarmsEdGosselin
Жыл бұрын
Have most of them. The breaker bar I have, is from before they put the plastic on the handle. It's had a 6' pipe on it, with my 230# on the end many times, haven't broken it yet 👍
@grimson
Жыл бұрын
YES to the mini pick and hook set! I bought mine on a whim while standing in line and have used them for a hundred different things, all of which would've been a PITA without them.
@cmcer1995
Жыл бұрын
I can see why Harbor Freight can offer a Lifetime Warranty on these tool as they do not involve a lot of moving parts that could fail. These are pretty much solid materials. I have purchased many of their tools over many years and they can be ideal for someone that occasionally needs some tools, but not for daily use as those with power or more moving parts can fail. But they are cheap in the meantime.
@cbnickolay
Жыл бұрын
And, when the people manufacturing the items can be paid with a bowl of rice, a half cup of pigeon soup, and a cigarette for a days work, you can afford to replace each item a dozen times over and still make a huge profit!
@50buttfish
Жыл бұрын
Most tools I have picked up at Harbor, are at the bottom of the ocean after fishing mishaps.
@mikesuch9021
Жыл бұрын
10 years ago I broke two Craftsmen breaker bars. The people at Sears were real a-holes about exchanging them I don't understand what the problem was. I bought a harbor freight and tool breaker bar. 8 years ago and have been using it since without a single breakage.
@nFlames2
Жыл бұрын
That Breaker Bar is cheap but every time I use it to me the bar flexes/bends way to much to the point I'm not comfortable with it but it works & is cheap. I just wish it was more rigid I'm sure it was engineered that way to keep from breaking the head off. Due to it looks like one is going to break the handle off they may stop & get something else. And wow when it's near the breaking point the bar has a real rubber band effect when the nut or bolt gives up. Sometimes its best to use my 3/4 drive bar or ratchet & a pipe, make sure to buy their lifetime 3/4 to 1/2 adapter it comes in a set. Best wishes to you keep the skin on your knuckles & work safe.
@GraphicDesignerStephen
Жыл бұрын
I just picked up a Quinn 1/2” torque wrench and Pittsburgh metric impact socket set, and was very pleased with the quality of both. I considered the Pittsburgh wrench, but the Quinn seemed better built and I liked the longer handle for extra leverage.
@thrillbilly9785
Жыл бұрын
I use the pick set a lot too! Impact sockets are a great deal. I’ve seen their hand tools improve in fit and finish lately.
@DevJB
Жыл бұрын
The bigger set of the Pittsburgh pick tools which are gray or black heavy duty are even better than the light duty orange, but I have both and use them accordingly.
@TyeWills
Жыл бұрын
I use the picks a lot cleaning guns.
@RU_Kidding_Me
Жыл бұрын
The orange handles on the cheap mini picks come loose (and rotate).
@norman7179
8 ай бұрын
@@DevJB Really need BOTH sizes.
@norman7179
8 ай бұрын
@@RU_Kidding_Me Have you tried a bit of loctite ? Just make sure the handle and shaft are CLEAN and grease/oil free.
@jimkoonce6574
Жыл бұрын
I have the deep impact sockets, been beating the hell out of them for over 17yrs as a professional ag equipment tech, only broke 1 socket, got it exchanged with no questions! I have 2 broken Matco torque wrenches that cost about $900-1000 that are broke and they can't fix them, HF has the Icon torque wrenches for less than half the price with Lifetime warranty! Its not to difficult to figure out where I'm going to buy them
@mattodom6367
Жыл бұрын
That extractor set really got me out of a bind! I couldn’t believe how well it worked
@alfredmcfarland7860
Жыл бұрын
I have welded in shipyards with high dollar equipment f0r 35 years and being retired now, I find their welding machines do everything I need around the farm. Their 9000 watt Predator generator is fabulous and runs their MIG (GMAW) AND (FCAW) wire feeders and ) TIG (GTAW) machines beautifully.
@bobbybarnes1652
9 ай бұрын
I have the 9K Predator generator but Primeweld > HF for welders, all day long.
@raygarcia5759
Жыл бұрын
The Mini Pick set is your goto for pokers to clean your bong or pipes.. Best Value out there!
@dgronzega8073
Жыл бұрын
Must have? Tool box. Had one last through 20+ years as heavy equipment mechanic. On retirement I sold it to a relative that has a small ranch
@kerrymullone5189
Жыл бұрын
More people should be like you. Great video and straight to the point
@flick22601
8 ай бұрын
Their ratchets with a rotating head are a real game changer for me. I'm talking about the ones with a comfort handle which attaches on either side of the ratcheting mechanism. Break or tighten the fastener with the handle to the side and thread or unthread with the handle perpendicular even if you can't make a full rotation.
@ChefShaunParker
Жыл бұрын
The pass through socket set for $25 has a lifetime warranty and has become my go to set. It has 72 teeth for those tight spaces and I think I paid about $20 near Christmas.
@RamYRN
Жыл бұрын
Mine broke the first day of using it when I tried to remove the socket
@ex8280
24 күн бұрын
Harbor freight 3 ton floor jack. I finally got one a couple years back. So much easier to lift a car up than the scissor jack.
@HC-oy3jr
Жыл бұрын
Nice review. The torque wrench went toe to toe with the snap on and did quite well , I'm convinced getting one tomorrow thanks !
@paulmysliborski4832
Жыл бұрын
I agree with all 9 tools, and you also cannot beat the US General tool chests/roller cabinets. There is no better value than the US General line for the price point. Another one I like from HF is their 1/2" drive Flex-Head Long Handle ratchet. I have beat the hell out of this thing, and it just keeps kicking ass. Great video, Daninator!!
@meiowalot7570
Жыл бұрын
I checked them out last week, prepared to hate them for being flimsy or thin gauge steel or whatever. I was genuinely shocked how nice they are. They seem really solid, and have really nice drawer action, with locking drawers. I’m adding some of these to my garage in the next month or two.
@jake_ruhl
Жыл бұрын
Getting a craftsman toolbox out of the dumpster at school could probably beat that, but it's not like that ever happened to anybody
@wildbill23c
Жыл бұрын
My US General 44" top/bottom combo unit is 17+ years old, sits out on an open air carport and works great, just a bit dirty, and in need of an upgrade to a larger combo unit as I've managed to gather up enough tools over the years to outgrow it LOL. Although the US General stuff has gone up in price, its still a great deal. I probably will end up going with the 56" combo at some point, and hopefully by then they have end lockers that'll attach to them, as the ones they sell now only work on the 44" models...and don't fit the old style 44" ones unfortunately, otherwise I'd just buy a couple of them and add to mine and call it good LOL.
@randomsucks2444
Жыл бұрын
It took me 5 trips to buy my roll around tool chest. They couldn't figure out if they had them to sell
@CaptainSeamus
Жыл бұрын
Just ordered a yellow sidebox to hang on my yellow DeWalt big box that I've had for several years... the fit and finish are on par with each other, the DeWalt is equiv to todays Craftsman (seeing as they are the same company) for a long time they were the only pro-sumer priced box with rolled edges on their drawers - now the Generals are doing that trick, too.
@dennisshepard4928
Жыл бұрын
I agree with your list my add on suggestion is a set of swivel sockets
@mb-fs1yo
Жыл бұрын
Have to say I have been very happy with the 301 piece tool kit, bought mine for 159 bucks which is about 50 cents a piece. It does include the 10 mm and 15 mm that some kits are missing.
@truthsmiles
Жыл бұрын
My teenage son bought that set a few months ago and I have to say I’m envious. I have all the same tools but they were assembled piecemeal from various brands over the years (and therefore cost far more). Mine are always impossible to find I need them because they’re scattered around in different bags or boxes. Edit: My only complaint with his set is for some strange reason it didn’t come with 1/4” extensions, so I got him some for Christmas :)
@SHANKDAWGBABY
Жыл бұрын
If the 10 and 15 were included then someone in final inspection needs to be fired. Lol
@daviddegraff5137
Жыл бұрын
I have been using my 301 pc set since 2016 in industrial maintenance...I am quite satisfied with the kit
@yellowdog762jb
Жыл бұрын
I seem to use rubber mallets a lot. HF mallets are cheap enough that I can stash them all over the place. I like their 1 inch belt sander. I've used mine a lot and it's held up well. The sanding belts aren't too bad. I bought their grayish medium weight contractor garden hose. I wouldn't recommend it. Same with their wet stones and drill bits. My HF heat gun and oscillating tool have held up well. We used the oscillating tool to cut sheet rock out of a house that flooded in Hurricane Harvey. It did great! Their small pump sprayers seem pretty good as well. The one I have holds about 1/2 to 1 gallon. I forget. But it's a handy size for a home garden. I'm waiting to catch them on same to pick up a couple of more. Then I can gave dedicated ones for hazardous vs non hazardous stuff. I agree, the C clamps are good. I also like the wooden ones. The ones that you squeeze several times to ratchet tight are hit or miss. Some back off a tad making impossible to get them really tight. My neighbor has their bead blaster. I've used it and love it. If you only need a certain tool a couple of times a year the cost/quality is often worth it. I use crow bars pretty often. They make one that's flat and it's about 15-20 inches long. I love it, and a small block of wood, for pulling nails. I'm wondering, if you have an assortment of crow bars, why you might you need a pry bar? Or do you? They just look like metro crow bars to me, with only one useful end.m
@ecrusch
Жыл бұрын
3 I have all the tools you showed, and every single wrench and combination wrench set they carry. I have their motorcycle lift and the ratcheting straps to hold the bike steady too. Their tools used to really suck, but it seems their quality has really come up over the past few years. Thanks. Good video.
@sandrarichardson2713
Жыл бұрын
Standing in HF one day, a man came in pushing (I guess) a friend of his in a wheel chair. The man pushing said, "Where do you want to go?" The man in the wheelchair said, "I don't know. I already have 2 of everything in this store." Is that not EVERYONE'S story!! Thanks for a great video. Good list. Jesus bless.
@propaintballer1995
Жыл бұрын
I have almost all of these with the exception of the pry bars and impact sockets. I have a 4pc Matco set from 6" to 36" and impact sockets are Craftsman that I got like 14 years ago as an X-Mas gift. Never had a single issue with the other 7 products from this video and I've had them for 8-12 years and use them all the time. Screwdrivers are good too, forget tool truck prices on a 4 or 8 piece set.
@heybruh3274
Жыл бұрын
That breaker bar with their very accurate Digital Torque Adapter. Oh yes!!
@aubreyroche5080
Жыл бұрын
Well.. I was prepared to make faces and groan but, I Agree with your tool choices....
@everready19373
Жыл бұрын
Three tools that I use a LOT is a 3/8" speed handle, a ball end ratcheting nut/bit driver and a headlamp.
@richardbates2367
2 ай бұрын
My speed handles are sk
@ethantaylor5001
Жыл бұрын
Add the deadblow hammers, remove the prybars because they flex, get the US made hyper tough prybars from Walmart (made by wilde). Also I prefer the Bremen locking pliers over Pittsburgh in quality, worth the price difference.
@wildbill23c
Жыл бұрын
I think I have one of the prybars from HF, yep, those things are terrible, they must be spring steel because they bend so bad when you try to use them. I use Irwin locking pliers, but Bremen are good too.
@richardbates2367
2 ай бұрын
I have a yellow hard handle black carbon steel 4-5 PC titan tools pry bar set was $17
@johnlong5899
3 ай бұрын
Must have tools. Daytona 3 ton low profile jack and Daytona 6 ton jack stands. ICON 3/8 and 1/2 drive flex head torque wrenches. ICON reversible ratchet wrenches. Braun folding mag light. Pittsburgh tool creeper.
@billfleming8281
Жыл бұрын
I have s store 15 minutes away , have never been in it once . I’ll ge going this weekend , just bought a brand new tool box set up and need a few things . It will be worth the couple hundred bucks to get some odds and ends . Thank you !
@tismit417
Жыл бұрын
About that torque wrench...........I was rebuilding my 4L60e , installing my newly rebuilt valve body, ( purchased torque wrench just for this ) I sheared 2 consecutive bolts. I assumed I had misread something. Long story short , as I admitted to myself as I bought my new Snap-on torque, ya get wat ya pay for !!! Ask yourself before you buy , is it worth doing right ?? If so, it may cost more initially but some things are well worth it. Actual customer here.
@adamv242
Жыл бұрын
HF's long drive pin punch set is pretty good. Hard to get a tool like this wrong.
@jerrybharrison6809
Жыл бұрын
I have the punch set and love it.
@GrantOakes
Жыл бұрын
I have the Pittsburgh click type torque wrench but won't use it because the calibration is WAY off. You reminded me that it's a lifetime warranty so I think I'll take it back and exchange it.
@norman7179
8 ай бұрын
Several years ago I bought a tire pressure gauge, the big one used for trucks. It's reading is about TEN POUNDS off when checked with a certified gauge. Too bad they don't stock that one any more......... bummer ! 😭
@donaldcook6997
Жыл бұрын
buy most all my tools there and have only had ONE in 20 yrs that ever failed in a short time..all others still working fine..I have cement mixer..wrenches..grinders..torque wrenches..love the tools..prices..very good..
@Kingswood7189
Жыл бұрын
Not sure if it has the lifetime warranty, but I'd DEFINITELY add the 3 ton low profile jack to your list. Makes lifting your vehicle a breeze with its double piston design and for that great value you mention. I've had mine for ~10 years or so and it never fails. I recently purchased a cherry picker through HF, I'm looking forward to testing it out soon. Just my $0.02. :)
@armyfazer1410
Жыл бұрын
I was just moving my jack around the garage this morning and trying to remember how long I've owned. GREAT value for the money.
@289hipo
Жыл бұрын
The operative word here is "diy"; was a professional tech for 22yrs, ended in 2000 before Harbor Freight hit it's stride. Bought a lot of their tools since as many of mine were 40+ years old - ratchets, breaker bars, cordless drills, cordless impact driver, radiator pressure tester kit, A/C gages, battery jump pack, battery charger,floor jack, drill bits, portable oxy/acetylene torch set. Only things I've replaced under warranty was a 1/4"dr ratchet and a Chicago Electric flux wire welder.
@Name-vu1kn
Жыл бұрын
The magnetic trays. I have a pile of the 3” size from when they were free with coupons. I love them and use them on everything.
@ryanfarrier3052
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. I'm a newbie mechanie and really appreciate videos like this. Harbor freights really my only option in a little rural town
@chrisparkerson9664
Жыл бұрын
I have the Pittsburg pass thru ratchet set. It broke a few years after use. Took it back and got a new one. No questions asked. Pittsburg is not great but for the every now and then DIYer it’s cost over quality with a lifetime warranty. I figure the cost of the tool for a single job and if it lasts longer, great.
@Osos-man
Жыл бұрын
I fully avoid tool trucks unless I need a specific "special tool".. (or a snap on Phillips screw driver..) having said that.. literally the last Matco catalog had a 4 piece pick set for $145.50!!! I guess you DO get the choice of green or orange... 😖 There is no emergency that warrants spending $143 dollars more for the same thing..
@supersawyer358
Жыл бұрын
Got those wobble extensions, those things saved me lots of times.
@TheDaninator
Жыл бұрын
Good deal. I love em
@sc3ku
Жыл бұрын
Tons of HF tools have proved great durable buys: 1/2” torque wrench, 1/2” CroMo deep impact sockets, my engine hoist, a thermal imaging camera, a MityVac knockoff, plus tons of small items- the pick set, vice grips of various types, self-adjusting wire strippers, 150psi tire inflator, etc etc. IMO the Icon stuff is equivalent in price to other Taiwan-made tool brands (Craftsman, Kobalt, etc)
@rushthezeppelin
Жыл бұрын
Love those wobble extensions. My two favorite things from them aren't quite on their more budget side though, The Hercules Ultratorque impact and the Badlands Offroad Jack. The impact is to be fair not much cheaper than the likes of Milwuakee but every bit as good (I think a youtube channel showed it had more torque on breaking fasteners than the Milwuakee). The offroad jack is better than the only other offering on the market (it has a 45* handle lock that is stupidly handy) and it's half the price of that other option. Not the hugest fan of the 1/2" Pittsburgh torque wrench. I mean it's not terrible and it's accurate but it's pretty rough to adjust and it wasn't even clear to me where I was as when it was on 0 it would be almost between one line and the next so it was hard to tell if I was at 30 or 40, etc. I did some testing though against my Quinn and figured it out. I REALLY like the 1/2" Quinn one I have though and it goes from 50-250lbs. I only use the Pittsburgh now for when I need less than 50lbs of torque on a fastener.
@georgeboatright6635
Жыл бұрын
thank you. very useful. trim removal tools can be useful for even non automotive applications.
@53imperial
8 ай бұрын
I would add the 1/2"corded impact wrench. Handy and tough.
@moretackle1
Жыл бұрын
I already have 6 if the 10! Breaker bar is awesome. I put one in each car as it is better than the factory tool.
@TheReal1953
Жыл бұрын
I've not ever taken a tool back to HF. I don't know about their 'lifetime warranty ' tools if you need the receipt? For a long time, Craftsman just had you bring the tool back....later on only with a receipt. Receipts are tough to find after five yrs for a lot of us. I keep them in a folder with all my tax returns, but I often don't remember what yr I bought the tool. Historically, companies don't like to replace tools with warranties without receipts because people can buy them used, or out of junk boxes in pawn shops, etc. I find that the slightly extra money over Pittsburgh to buy the ICON line tools is generally worth it.
@TheReal1953
Жыл бұрын
@@Chris-bh3cm Twice I've been duped into the 'Fast Track Club'....never has it paid for itself. Every time I go in I ask if there is a discount on an item for the 'Fast Track Club' and it's always, "Sorry, not today." The thing is, I don't want HF telling me what to buy to get a discount. I would rather the items I WANT be at a discount when I'm in the store.
@aaronthomas6155
Жыл бұрын
@@Chris-bh3cm Yes, join their "club" that way they can sell your information to make more money off of you....
@raymondkossmann7584
3 күн бұрын
If you have their phone number with them you don’t’ need a receipt.
@raymondkossmann7584
3 күн бұрын
Sorry your phone number with them. I returned a Doyle flush cutter and just gave them my phone number.
@craigbuchanan5294
Жыл бұрын
FYI I have 8 of these different tools that you have presented! I have had them for 20 years
@vrm86gt
8 ай бұрын
Nice list! Ive got all of them except the pry bars and bolt extractors, I like and use the 1/2 inch extendable handle ratchet a ton, use it like a like breaker bar and great for lug nuts etc
@24kachina
Жыл бұрын
GREAT VIDEO - thanks for it. I have and use all of them except the torque wrench. I probably should get one and stop trusting my "snug it down plus a fuzz more."
@garymittelstadt7821
Жыл бұрын
I just got the blue power grease gun. Love it! It makes greasing stuff fun. For a DIY it should last a lifetime.
@KPMACHINE1
Жыл бұрын
When I was in college I needed some cheap stuff, got a set of deep well 1/2 impact sockets on clearance missing a 1” but had 2 15/16 sockets. I’ve owned the set for about 21 years. I’ve used them in my trucking company ever since. I’ve abused them and not torn them up yet. Still can’t believe it.
@brandonhowes5364
Жыл бұрын
Definitely a nice list. Only tool I disagree with is their pry bars, at least some of them. The flex that they have in them can be problematic when putting a ton of force on them. I work in industrial maintenance and this is one of a very few HF tools I have replaced for my safety. I replaced them with a set of Mayhew’s and the difference is very noticeable. The flex in the shaft is gone and I can strike them with a hammer which is useful. Just my two cents on it, but generally speaking HF’s hand tools have always been a good value and work just fine for most jobs.
@Jay2984
Жыл бұрын
Yes repent Brandon for speaking ill of the pry bar!! lol. I like them but know what you mean. I have a better pry bar for times I don’t want to chance breaking them or busting my knuckles. They are good for smaller tasks though. I saw that craftsman sells the same exact set as HF.
@MrAsmith1583
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the heads up, I was about to buy the pry bars.
@eyellgeteven9928
Жыл бұрын
@@MrAsmith1583 Buy the Hypertough ones from Walmart...they are rebranded Wilde pry bars. A little more than HF, but premium quality, night and day difference between them. I just wish the name wasn't so damn cheesy, lol.
@jjr6929
Жыл бұрын
Love the Mayhew
@nordicpride9708
Жыл бұрын
Agreed! Spend the money here and you’ll be happy you did.
@charlesfonshell1721
Жыл бұрын
I bought the Banks 21° Free nailer and really worked for three months on a renovation project. Except for the occasional Double tap. It more than paid for itself in time and effort savings at $115.
@jerzsubbie
Жыл бұрын
Solid list, I have most of them. Only critique is the pry bar set. The WM Hypertough set is a much better option, made in Taiwan, strikeable head, and the same exact product as one of the big brands (can’t recall of the top of my head).
@eyellgeteven9928
Жыл бұрын
I agree...those Hypertough prybars are excellent, especially for the price. The name is stupid as hell, but those bars are premium quality. I read somewhere that they are rebranded "Wilde" prybars, and after looking them up, I'm pretty sure that is correct. I have several sets of the black handled Pittsburg bars, and thought they were great, until I ran across the Hypertoughs...there's no comparison.
@jerzsubbie
Жыл бұрын
@@eyellgeteven9928 that is correct, I couldn’t think of the name at the time. Thanks!
@geeksgamesandgears2369
Жыл бұрын
The hyper tough bars are rebranded Wilde bar and made in USA. Excellent quality for the price. Menards also sell their own rebranded versions of the same bars.
@cztech2631
9 ай бұрын
Definitely good value at Harbor Freight for their Automotive Stuff. I've never had an issue with their ratchets or sockets. Everything works well and I have many of my tools from Harbor Freight. I used a $6 Pittsburgh Combination Wrench set to do the serpentine belt on a family member's car. I wouldn't recommend people pick up Harbor Freight power tools, but for DIY Automotive Tools they last a pretty long time.
@DevJB
Жыл бұрын
I have absolutely ran the shet out of the Pittsburgh impact sockets and haven't had 1 issue.
@larrycox6614
Жыл бұрын
A little in finding this...but here ya go. 1/2" Drive Pittsburgh Pro 25" Breaker Bar Pittsburgh 9 pc wobble socket w/extention set Pittsburgh Curve Jaw Locking Pliers (5", 7", 10"); also comes in a 3 pc, rubber handle set 4 pc mini pick and hook set Pittsburch C-Clamp (various sizes; 5" is standard size) Curved blade Pittsburgh pry bar set (4 pcs) 1/2" Impact Deep Socket (13 pcs, 6-sided; Metric or SAE) 3/8" Drive Bolt Extractor Socket Set (9 pcs; Metric or SAE) Pittsburgh Reversible Click Type Torque Wrench 1/2" Drive Excellent choices...excellent reasons...to make it better, wait for sales
@kylepowell9829
Жыл бұрын
I would add the composite ratchets. Great value and always on sale.
@alexraymes
Жыл бұрын
I’ve had that same breaker bar for 7 years now and I’ve never been let down!
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