Kobalt swivel head ratchet

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Seller:jnolan75&#x;️(35,)%, Location:United States, Ships to: US & many other countries, Item:KOBALT 3/8" FLEX HEAD RATCHET 5/8" & 13/16" SPARK PLUG SOCKETS +EXT BAR TOOL SET. ALWAYS GUARANTEED BRAND NEW! IN FACTORY SEALED RETAIL PACKAGING!KOBALT 4 Piece Spark Plug Auto Mechanic's Tool Set: ° degree 3/8" Flex/Flexible Head Ratchet Socket Wrench Drive, 6" Extension Bars, & 5/8" & 13/16" Spark Plug Deep Sockets!FREE Shipping via USPS Priority Mail Shipping ( business days). Usually ships same day! Proud U.S. eBay Buyer & Trusted U.S. eBay Seller since ! Description: 4-Piece Standard (SAE) Spark Plug Auto Mechanic's Tool Set Includes:3/8" Flex/Flexible head 11 1/4" long ratchet6" Extension bar5/8" Spark Plug Socket13/16" Spark Plug Socket Kit contains flexible head ratchet, extension and 2 most commonly used spark plug sockets Flexible head ratchet angles ° for greater reach Good for maintenance on your vehicle, lawn mower, snowmobile, boat, ATV and many more Made of chrome vanadium steel and heat treated for strength and durability Meets or exceeds ANSI ratings KOBALT Warranty: Kobalt Hassle-Free Lifetime Warranty Payment: PayPal is our preferred payment method.E-Checks, Debit Cards, Credit Cards, and Direct/Cash PayPal Account Payments are all accepted payment options when using PayPal.comYou DO NOT need a PayPal account to send a payment.Contact us prior to purchase for payment arrangements if you do not use PayPal. Shipping:Items usually ship within 24 hours, or less after receiving cleared payment, except weekends and/or holidays.FREE USPS Priority Mail (usually business days) with Tracking Confirmation, depending on shipping location.USPS Priority Express Mail ( business days) is available for an additional fee.NO Additional Shipping Charges To AK, HI, PR, U.S. VI, or Guam! Larger quantities or combined purchases may ship via USPS Priority Mail of FedEx Ground.Tracking Confirmation is always included at no charge on all shipments.Insurance is included free for all USPS Priority Mail, USPS Priority Express Mail, and FedEx Ground shipments.Your package should never arrive postage due, but if for any reason you are being asked to pay additional postage, please contact us prior to paying it with specific details. We do not refund postage due fees without prior authorization and a receipt. Day Return Policy:Returns are accepted within 14 days.All items must be returned in the same condition they were shipped, or the policy is voided.An RMA (return merchandise authorization) is required before any return is accepted.Buyer's are responsible for return shipping expenses.We help you through the process, providing instructions, and answering questions.All items are guaranteed to be as described. We DO NOT sell used, returned, factory 2nds, damaged, or defective items.Obviously, new, sealed, and unused items are difficult to determine if they are damaged or defective without use, so please recognize that fact before contacting us.If the item is sold under warranty, and the item is found to be manufacturer damaged or defective after use, please contact the warranty service provider or manufacturer providing the warranty for service. You will incur shipping expenses to return the defective item to us, and shipping expenses for sending a replacement back to you. Our return policy is available under the Shipping and payments tab. Feedback Policy:Please contact us through eBay's Message Center if you experience any problems with your purchaseAllow us the opportunity to address and correct any problems before reaching your own decision.Cooperation and communication are the only way to reach a resolution.We always leave feedback when received to ensure the transaction is complete and your package has arrived undamaged.You should not encounter a situation where negative or neutral feedback is necessary unless you are being unreasonable.Most negative and neutral feedback is left out of spite, and by competitors, or family and friends of competitors, to intentionally harm and boost their own business.Negative feedback is unacceptable and will be fully investigated by eBay. © Copyright jnolan75/Tool Town. All rights reserved. NO content (title, text, description, photo(s), etc.) may be copied or used without our express written permission. Posted with eBay MobileCondition:New, Restocking Fee:20%, All returns accepted:Returns Accepted, Item must be returned within:30 Days, Refund will be given as:Money Back, Return shipping will be paid by:Buyer, Size:5/8 in., Socket Type:Deep Length, Model:4 Piece Spark Plug Ratchet & Socket Tool Set, Number of Pieces:4, Drive Size:3/8 in., Country of Manufacture:China, Type:Mixed Set, Features:Extension Bar, System of Measurement:SAE, MPN:, Brand:KOBALT, Action:Ratcheting

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How to choose the best Kobalt ratchets from Lowes

Lowes makes great Kobalt ratchets. Lowes designs their own mechanics tool under the Kobalt label. They offer a Hassle Free Guarantee from Lowes. They are superb tools for the DIYer and professional auto technician. Let’s take a look at the Lowes Kobalt brand professional grade ratchets.

Three-piece Kobalt ratchet set from Lowes

This $40 three piece ratchet set (Item # Model # ) from Lowes include a

3-piece Kobalt brand ratchet set from Lowes. 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2&#; tooth ratchets with full polish and lifetime warranty

tooth gear pattern that provides a small 4° swing that lets you grab another bite with slight movement in tight spaces. This 3 piece ratchet set includes a 1/4-in, 3/8-in and 1/2-in drive ratchet, so you’ll have a separate ratchet for each drive size.

Each Kobalt ratchet includes a quick-release button so you don’t have to fight with socket removal. Just press the button and the socket drops off.

These are professional grade tools with a high-polish finish that just feels right in your hand. The high polish also cleaning much easier. No ridges or matte pattern to catch dirt and grease (like another brand that start with the letter “C”).

The ratchets have a lever forward/reverse mechanism so you can switch directions in tight places without having to turn a dial.

Meets ANSI specifications

These Kobalt ratchets from Lowes come with a hassle-free lifetime guarantee

Kobalt 1/2-in drive quick-relase flexible head ratchet from Lowes

If you&#;re busting big bolts and you&#;re working in an awkward space, this $70 Kobalt 1/2-in Drive

Kobalt 1/2-in drive flex-head quick-release ratchet from Lowes

Quick-Release Flexible Head Ratchet (Item # Model # ) from Lowes is the ratchet you want. The in handle gives you plenty of leverage and the cushioned grip is easy on your hands. The flex head gives you the flexibility to reach into a tight spot while tilting the handle out to get space to rotate.

Since you use this type of tool to loosen or tighten large bolts, the tooth pattern works just fine.

• Lever forward/reverse mechanism so you can switch directions in tight places without having to turn a dial.

• Meets ANSI specifications

• Kobalt ratchets from Lowes come with a hassle-free lifetime guarantee

Kobalt 1/2-in drive quick-relase flexible head ratchet from Lowes

This $60 Kobalt 3/8-in Drive Quick-Release Flexible Head Ratchet (Item # Model # ) from Lowes is perfect for all auto and small engine repairs where you need to get into a tight spot and still have some leverage.

The extra long handle gives you plenty of leverage and the cushioned grip is easy on your hands.

This Kobalt 3/8-in Drive Quick-Release Flexible Head Ratchet (Item # Model # ) from Lowes is perfect for all auto and small engine repairs where you need to get into a tight spot and still have some leverage.

The flex head gives you the flexibility to reach into a tight spot while tilting the handle out to get space to rotate.

Since you use this type of tool to loosen or tighten large bolts, the tooth pattern works just fine.

• Lever forward/reverse mechanism so you can switch directions in tight places without having to turn a dial.

• Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications

• Kobalt ratchets from Lowes come with a hassle-free lifetime guarantee

Kobalt 1/4-in Drive Quick-Release Flexible Head Ratchet from Lowes

This $28 Kobalt 1/4-in Drive Quick-Release Flexible Head Ratchet (Item # Model # ) from Lowes is perfect for all auto and small engine repairs where you need to get into a tight spot and still have some leverage.

The flex head gives you the flexibility to reach into a tight spot

Kobalt 1/4-in Drive Quick-Release Flexible Head Ratchet from Lowes

while tilting the handle out to get space to rotate. The quick-release ratchet speeds up socket change and the tooth design provides a short 5° swing arc, just what you need to remove small nuts and bolts.

• Lever forward/reverse mechanism so you can switch directions in tight places without having to turn a dial.

• Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications

• Kobalt ratchets from Lowes come with a hassle-free lifetime guarantee

Kobalt 1/4-in to 1/2-in Drive Quick-Release Ratchet from Lowes

This $37 Kobalt 1/4-in to 1/2-in Drive Quick-Release Ratchet (Item # Model # ) from Lowes is perfect for your boat, ATV, snow machine or any other boy toy where you need to store tools but don&#;t have a lot of room. The Kobalt ratchet has 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2-in square drive heads built onto both sides of the ratchet head. Simply pop on a socket and you&#;re in business.

Kobalt multi-size ratchet. Ratchet head holds 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2-in drive sockets.

• High polish finish

• Lever forward/reverse mechanism so you can switch directions in tight places without having to turn a dial.

• Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications

• Kobalt ratchets from Lowes come with a hassle-free lifetime guarantee

Kobalt Lifetime Hassle Free Guarantee from Lowes

&#;You should never have a problem with your Kobalt Tool. However, if you do, return the item to the place of purchase for a free replacement. No questions asked. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.&#;

Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with Lowes and do not make any money by recommending these tools. I just like them. You can find Kobalt ratchets at Lowes and many times on Amazon or ebay.

©, Rick Muscoplat

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Kobalt 3/8-Inch Drive Tooth Swivel Head Ratchet

Kobalt 3/8-Inch Drive Tooth Swivel Head Ratchet

There probably isn’t a more important tool for working on a car than a ratchet. Sure, technology has made the hand ratchet a slower alternative than pneumatic or electrically assisted socket spinners, but your trusty ol’ ratchet is there to take care of business when the alternatives don’t quite fit. There also might not be a tool with as many different variants and styles than the lowly ratchet. While most do effectively the same job, ratchets come in more flavors than your local Baskin-Robbins offers.

We’re going to run through the different types, sizes and styles of ratchets that make collecting tools so much damn fun. Or, at least make working on cars a little easier. Like other stories about tools, this explainer isn’t a comprehensive collection of every ratchet ever made, or even what ratchet you need in your toolbox. Instead, look at it as a nice introduction for the rookies out there. Or, a good refresher for those who haven’t thrown a ratchet in their shopping cart in a while.

1. Ratchet Drive Size

The first thing you’ll see when someone is talking about a ratchet is the drive size. The size associated with ratchet is a reference to the diameter of its anvil or drive square—the place you attach the socket. In the automotive world, you’re most likely to run across 1/4-inch, 3/8ths-inch and 1/2-inch drive squares. Of course, these aren’t the only drive sizes, but you’re unlikely to need the earthmoving torque from a 1-inch-drive ratchet. You’re more likely to find the bigger sizes in industrial settings, construction work or even your local rail yard. The outlier is the uncommon-but-useful 3/4-inch drive. There are situations where you might need a socket that is most commonly found in a 3/4-inch drive, or you might need a torque specification only found with 3/4-drive torque wrenches. If that’s you: I’m sorry.

The drive size kind of dictates the jobs you’ll perform. You’re not going to rip lug nuts free with your trusty 1/4-inch ratchet. You’re also going to struggle to get a 1/2-inch drive ratchet in tight spots underneath a car’s dashboard. The happy middle ground for most, and what will carry most of your heavy lifting: the 3/8ths drive. The combination of strength, commonly available sockets and size make the 3/8ths drive tool the most useful when working on cars and light-duty trucks.

2. Ratchet Head Style

When you boil it down, there are two styles of ratchets, described by the shape of their heads. The head shape also often dictates the type of mechanism that’s responsible for doing the ratcheting. The two main styles of ratchets are round head and pear head. Round-head ratchets have a head that is, well, round. Pear-head ratchets have a head that isn’t round.

The style of ratchet also dictates how the ratchet switches direction, with pear-head ratchets often having a small selector switch near the base of the head and round-head ratchets building the switch directly into the back, often as a knob. Round-head ratchets also tend to be bulkier than pear-head counterparts.

Adding some confusion, there are also swivel or roto-head ratchets, but we’ll dive into that below.

3. Fixed, Flex or Swivel Head

Both pear-head and round-head ratchets come as flexible or fixed. A flex-head has a built-in pivot to help access hard-to-reach fasteners. The flex point built into ratchets allows for the head of the ratchet to be at a different angle than the rest of the handle. Fixed-head ratchets don't have this feature.

Both have their places: In high torque situations, you probably don’t want to use a flex-head ratchet because it adds another potential failure point to your tool. However, you’re more likely to shear the drive anvil of a high-quality ratchet than destroy the flex pivot. Ratchets that flex also tend to cost more than their fixed counterparts, because they cost more to produce. All of that said, it’s probably a good idea to have both available if you work on a variety of cars.

As I mentioned above, there are also roto-head or swivel ratchets. These are essentially round-head ratchets, or palm ratchets, affixed to a ratchet in a way that gives you a degree rotation of the drive. These are bulky, but they come in handy when you can use them. Effectively, they easily switch from a ratchet when you need more torque to a nut driver to quickly remove the fastener. You can also use these in more awkward situations where your standard flex-head ratchet might not cut the mustard. I find a 1/4-inch drive swivel ratchet perfect for interior work.

4. Ratchet Tooth Count

A ratchet’s tooth count references how many teeth are on the drive gear, which translates to how far you need to move the handle to engage the next tooth. As manufacturing has progressed, and as space to work in a car has shrunk, ratchet tooth counts have gotten higher. That’s good news! The higher the tooth count, the less the handle has to move to engage the next tooth. That means if you’re in a tight situation you’ll be able to take things apart that you might not be able to with a ratchet that has a larger swing arc.

Low-tooth ratchets generally range from about 20 teeth to as high as 40 teeth. That means you’ll see about an degree swing arc to a 9-degree arc from coarse or low-tooth-count ratchets. A lot of common coarse ratchets sport 36 teeth, which gives you a degree swing arc.

Fine, or high-tooth-count, ratchets range from about 72 teeth to teeth. Now, tool manufacturers can create these high-tooth-count ratchets a few different ways. You can obviously machine more teeth onto the drive gear or you can add more pawls. Lower tooth gears with offset pawls engage effectively the same as a finer machined gear. The downside? Bulk and difficulty in assembly.

You also might think that finer ratchets are weaker than coarse ratchets, but that’s not been my experience. Again, more often than not if you’re misusing a high-quality ratchet, you’ll shear the anvil before you strip the gears. That’s not to say that gear failures don’t happen: They do. It’s just less likely.

5. Quick-release Ratchet or Standard Release

If you see someone mention a ratchet offers a quick release, or you see a button on the top of a ratchet’s head, you might not know what that means. Well, basically it means that you can quickly remove the socket that’s attached to the ratchet by pressing that button. The button triggers a ball detent to release the socket. Standard ratchets require you to pull the socket off without hitting a button. Sometimes you might need to get help from a pocket screwdriver or second hand for exceptionally tight-fitting sockets.

Like everything else surrounding tools, this is all about preference. I don’t like quick-release ratchets for a few reasons, namely the fact that you can accidentally bump your ratchet against something and watch the socket and extension fall to the ground. Now, that doesn’t mean that quick-release ratchets are bad: They’re fine. This one is totally up to you.

6. Ratchet Handle Length

Ratchets generally come in three different lengths: stubby, standard and long. There are also extra-long ratchets for those who really need the added oomph to take something apart but don’t have the space to step up to a bigger drive size or use a power tool. As you can imagine, the ratchet’s length has a direct relationship to how much power you can apply with it: The longer the handle, the more torque. The downside: Longer handles don’t play well in cramped quarters. Tight places are where stubby ratchets thrive. You also won’t generally run into highly torqued fasteners in places where you’ll want to use a stubby ratchet, so the loss of leverage isn’t as big of a deal.

I prefer longer-than-standard ratchets in 3/8ths-inch drive and 1/4-inch drive. Generally, there’s enough space to use the longer ratchet, and the extra leverage is nice to have if I need it. As for half-inch? If I need extra leverage in a tight space, I’ll probably opt for a breaker bar. If you often reach for a 1/2-inch drive, you might look into longer handle models to make your life a little easier.

7. Ratchet Grip Styles

We’ve finally come to the one part of ratchet ownership that I debate internally, daily. Comfort grip or chrome handle? There are other options like acetate handle, but for the sake of word count, we’re rolling all of those into the comfort grip category.

That's not entirely fair because not all comfort grips are created equal. They range from hard plastic to soft, rubbery grips. They all serve a similar purpose and keep you from grabbing the cold steel with your bare hand. These also tend to be more ergonomic than chrome-handled ratchets. The downsides? They tend to age poorly and are harder to clean.

Chrome handles age like a chunk of chromed steel. Sure, they might scratch and rust, but other than that, it takes work to make one look bad. Cleaning is as easy as cleaning any other of your chrome tools: a quick wipe of a rag, maybe with some solvent, and you’re good to go.

I have both in my toolbox and like both for different reasons. Some manufacturers cover the comfort grip under warranty—others may not, if that concerns you.

You might not have known that the world of ratchets was as vast as you did before diving into this. The key takeaway is, before dropping any of your hard-earned cash, evaluate what you plan on doing with your tools and choose appropriately. Or, be like me: If you see something new and shiny, add it to your toolbox!

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