Double Box Destruction Harbor Freight ICON Wrenches Strong or Weak

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In this video which I like to call the Double Box Destruction of the Harbor Freight Icon Double Box Flex Ratcheting Wrench Tool Set. We will be testing multiple sizes 10mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 15mm, 17mm and 19mm to failure. There are a few different areas where these could fail at and we will look at and review the yoke, pin, handle for flex and bending, and finally do we break or strip the internal mechanism. Remember these Double Box extra long flex ratcheting wrenches are not serviceable or repairable and have to be replaced when damaged and picking a company that allows for easy and dependable warranty is a major reason why I purchased this set.
The Icon Professional Double Box Flex Ratcheting Wrench is precision-machined for a perfect non-slip grip, and features a 90 tooth reversible ratcheting box end for easy fastener engagement without slippage and prevents fastener round-off, resulting in more efficient work. We use a premium chrome vanadium steel, with a tough and durable polished chrome finish that offers superior rust and corrosion resistance and prevents grease build-up. The flex box ends make it easier to work in tight spaces and reach around obstructions. Designed with comfort and efficiency in mind, the Icon™ Professional Double Box Flex Ratcheting Wrench offers a balanced handle design for a comfortable secure grip, and is backed by a hassle-free manufacturer's lifetime warranty.
ICON Professional Double Box Flex Ratcheting Wrench, 5 Pc. Sku/Item 56694
www.harborfreight.com/profess...
Precision 90 tooth reversible ratcheting mechanism for smooth and powerful operation in tight spaces
Spline box end allows easy fastener engagement without slippage and prevents fastener round-off
180° flex heads offer easy navigation around obstructions
4° arc swing allows access in tight work areas
Chrome vanadium steel with a high polish finish for corrosion resistance and easy clean up
Balanced handle design provides a comfortable and secure grip
Includes premium storage tray
Lifetime Warranty provided by Harbor Freight which they "Guarantee this Tool to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the life of the product. Limitations apply"
www.harborfreight.com/profess...
Metric Size(s) 8mm x 10mm, 12mm x 14mm, 13mm x 15mm, 16mm x 18mm, 17mm x 19mm
Product Length 12-3/8 in., 15-1/2 in., 15-3/4 in., 16-1/2 in., 18 in.
Monster Mobile 5 Pc Metric Extra Long Ratcheting Box Wrench Set Flex Head Reversible Universal Spline 8mm thru 19mm
www.amazon.com/Monster-Mobile...
Mountain 5-Piece Metric Double Box Universal Spline Reversible Ratcheting Wrench Set; 8 mm - 18mm, 90 Tooth Design, Long, Flexible, Reversible; MTNRM6 Price: $129.99
www.amazon.com/Mountain-MTNRM...
ATD Tools 99650 XL Ratcheting Wrench Set with 10 Metric Sizes - 5 Piece
Price: $142.20 ATD (Advanced Tool Design) Part: 99650
www.amazon.com/ATD-Tools-9965...
Matco Tools
5 PIECE EXTRA LONG DOUBLE BOX FLEX HEAD RATCHETING WRENCH SET Part No. SRRFXLM52T Price $301.55
www.matcotools.com/catalog/pr...
NAPA Carlyle 5PC XL Double Box Flex Ratcheting Wrench Metric Set
Part: CHT RWLBFL5M Price $245.00
www.napaonline.com/en/p/CHQRW...
Platinum PLT99650 5 Pc. XL Ratcheting Wrench Set with 10 Metric Sizes Part: PLT99650 Price $142.20
www.nationaltoolwarehouse.com...
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@newriverdiggers5821 2 жыл бұрын

The biggest problem with ratcheting wrenches is in the usage. They were not designed to break a bolt or nut loose , there are proper tools for that. These are designed to speed up the process after initial breakaway. Always use the proper tools for the task at hand and you will rarely have a failure... Unless you are buying your tools at the dollar store. An awesome review , very well 👍.

@scruffy4647 Жыл бұрын

You are absolutely spot on. Your wrenches will last you a lifetime if used for their intended purposes.

@justinsgr8 Жыл бұрын

👍🏼

@reekinhavok420 Жыл бұрын

I use them all the time for that work great but ok not the icons even cheaper ones

@madjackgamingandfitness498 Жыл бұрын

I felt this way for a while when I got the husky ones first. I saw the tech training me use the icons and I thought it was bad practice, but they are robust and can handle breaking a fastener loose. I still use the open end first if I have access, but I trust the ratchet end in tight spots.

@wheressteve Жыл бұрын

Tools with lifetime warranties are like rental cars, if you don't beat the crap out of it once in awhile you aren't getting all the value for your money that you could. Just don't mention you had a 4' snipe on your 3/8" ratchet and bingo, fresh replacement.

@KerryFairbanks 2 жыл бұрын

You know you're a gear head when you watch videos of a guy breaking tools for science

@ayowheredeeway 3 жыл бұрын

"by hand" *proceeds to use entire arm, leg, body, soul, and cosmic energy*

@jaybone9 3 жыл бұрын

LMAO

@theyodaman82 2 жыл бұрын

OMG LOL Too funny.

@jon7523 5 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@bananapuffcream1 2 жыл бұрын

For the price and the amount of torque applied to them before failure, they are a great tool.

@seanstandifird646 Ай бұрын

Seriously, same set from matco and snap on bothe over $580 right now

@gzhang207 3 жыл бұрын

I am very impressed with the high breaking torque. A 10mm nut would break far before 70- ft-lb is applied.

@joshuaskenandore5774 11 ай бұрын

In my professional opinion as a mechanic for 20 years, this is a fantastic tool. The amount of torque applied before failure is well beyond what could be applied to nearly every faster of equal size on most vehicles, they would round or sheer well before the tool fails. Personally, if you're using this to break stuff free instead of a non ratcheting 6pt wrench, breaker bar, or at least a professional quality 1/2" ratchet and 6pt socket, you may want to rethink working on anything.

@RedShiftedDollar 9 ай бұрын

Yeah. These run to failure tests show that during regular use, you will not run to failure. Even the tiny size can tighten a lug nut...

@JefforeySiegel 4 күн бұрын

I own these sets and work very dependably well for me. I'm a heavy diesel mechanic and used every day year after year under hard constant use. In the field rain shine or snow they have never let me down

@scubbarookie 3 жыл бұрын

This test was very impressive, and interesting to see the results spanning from smallest to largest! These seem really great for leverage with stubborn bolts and nuts. Thanks!

@maldonadolemus Жыл бұрын

They have performed extremely well. I am impressed. You can not beat them for the price.

@danashay 3 жыл бұрын

Been lusting after these wrenches for a few years. And watching them break. After watching you, still lusting. Thanks so much for defining the limits of most of the set. Really very well done. Best I ever. Now I can see why the Harbor Freight wrenches can be harder to find. Because Icon. You have a new subscriber.

@johnaranjo2059 3 жыл бұрын

This is exactly why I'd buy the icons. The warranty. I've own alot of extended (long) ratchet wrenches and they all tend to have these issues. At harbor freight you can just bring it back for a replacement

@hectorcuevas4587 3 жыл бұрын

So should I get icon or mountain?

@Volksoner619 3 жыл бұрын

@@ktate2002 not that I’ve ever experienced. The only issues I’ve ever had there is cashiers that don’t know how to handle warranties.

@raffighookassian1724 3 жыл бұрын

@@ktate2002 just a phone number!

@ionstorm66 2 жыл бұрын

@@ktate2002 Only for returns or if you want single sockets/wrenches for lost tools. They only off the single socket/wrench ordering for the Icon line. Warrenty is just walk in with the tool.

@andybub45 2 жыл бұрын

If you have a Matco student discount, I believe you can get these for right around the same price as the icon version

@gmlover82 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting. Love seeing tools being out to extreme test

@danashay 3 жыл бұрын

Just watched it again. Nobody has done it better. Thanks again, good job!!

@bryanfuentez7640 3 жыл бұрын

Long reach ratchet icon wrench’s are awesome. They have been very good to me and have got me out of a pinch more than once

@jsa8368 3 жыл бұрын

Love the honest and in depth review. There’s another youtuber with all the icon tools and swears that he uses them every day and they hold up. He opens the drawers and they look like they’ve barely been used

@raffighookassian1724 3 жыл бұрын

We all know exactly who you're talking about haha, the guy with the entire wall of the green us general 44" boxes

@cowboy41231 3 жыл бұрын

All impressive, the platinum tech is what convinced me to buy these.... I thought these were unnecessary until my buddy let me borrow them for a few months. They are unique and well worth, Ive cringed so many times watching him “trying” to break them in my shop. The gearwrench non-offset I had before these were absolute garbage! The 120xp had so much slop, and 13mm was closer to 13.5, 14m was closer to 9/16 etc, there were all slightly bigger.. awesome review thank you

@Adams_Grage 3 жыл бұрын

This set has been on my radar for a while now its definitely going to be added to my box ASAP!

@jesusoftheapes 3 жыл бұрын

Anything Icon makes has been pure gold for me . they are snapon good if you ask me .

@thebackwoodsmechanic5029 3 жыл бұрын

More visual detailed information on the limitations of these tools which everyone can appreciate considering the price point. Great good Chris .

@spelunkerd 3 жыл бұрын

This has sold me on the style with box at one end, ratchet on the other. Use the box to break it free, then swap and spin the bolt out. Long wrenches lure you into putting too much torque on a vulnerable mechanism.

@dcxSpartan117 3 жыл бұрын

I am very impressed with Icon vs all of the other in store brand tools I've tried like Cobalt, Craftsman etc. They have some quality to them and the price with the warranty is great.

@omarmoncloa3415 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Chris, I was waiting for clay to do something like this with his but I’m glad you finally did it. Your videos are very detailed and give real expectations when it comes to torque output. I’m definitely gonna pick some of these up now. Can you review the non flex double closed end ones now lol. Ratcheting ones

@austingoleman9431 3 жыл бұрын

Icon is pretty impressive for the price and those held up really well

@andrewtracy9134 Жыл бұрын

I just bought these today and this video made me a little happier about my purchase

@DaleLucid 3 жыл бұрын

The 13 & 15 were a little less proportional but an impressive showing ICON. Cool video Chris Be careful bro. One of these days one of those tools is gonna let go and you'll find yourself about a block from the garage LOL!

@mramseyISU 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve had these for a few months. I don’t use them a bunch but the do come in handy every once in a while. That 19mm one works great when I pull the blades off my riding mower for sharpening.

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

It should work good for mower blade removal for many years✌️

@probegt75 Жыл бұрын

If you jack up the front of your mower and hold the blade a 1/2 inch impact works a lot better

@raulchavez1716 10 ай бұрын

This man is out here risking his life, looking out for our best interest when it comes to spending money on tools. Hats off to you sire! (I say risking his life because of the way he fell on the ground breaking that last one)

@BringItMuscleCars 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. This style of ratchet is my favorite. Moves my hands out away from getting banged up on everything. I wonder if the Tekton would hold up any better. They have the point ratchet not the spline Drive.

@tonytooltime5373 3 жыл бұрын

Been waiting on this video for sooo Long! Nice one!👍

@ColdWarVet607 3 жыл бұрын

9:52 "Lets go ahead and finish this off". Sounded just like Freddy Krugger, this was like a tool horror movie. I liked it!

@brettshannon4032 2 жыл бұрын

As a harbor freight employee, I would've just laughed when you came in to return them. Like dannggg what did you do to them? Lol while grabbing another set for ya. You have them for life as long as you keep up with them.

@RickyX64 3 жыл бұрын

It's a win in my book if they keep my knuckles from bleeding and pay for themselves the first day I use them. Which has been my experience for all of the Taiwanese Harbor Freight, Pittsburgh PRO, and Icon tools I've bought.

@AlmightyyCres 3 жыл бұрын

these are better than i could have imagined. id feel like id reach for an impact socket if im nearing grunting force with these box wrenches.

@rodw 3 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done Chris 👍💪💪 I think you may have stumbled onto a fun way to work out !!! LOL I keep worrying about you flying backwards and hurting yourself. Merry Christmas to you and your family !!!!!

@Just0ke 3 жыл бұрын

He eat shit on that 19mm lol take a look.

@millcitychris4303 3 жыл бұрын

I really like all ur videos. Full of rich information. Thank u

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, I really like doing them assuming I have time. November and December get cold out and the holidays always make things crazy. Thanks for watching and commenting👍🏻

@millcitychris4303 3 жыл бұрын

@@ClientGraphics just wondering? Do u have any battle of the cordless rachets video!? I've been in the market for one. But there are a lot to choose from. Huskey, ryobi, Milwaukee, kobalt, makita, harbor freight, craftmens, amazon, etc. That would be a bad ass video

@jedifreak1977 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see a strength test on these and that Harbor Freight honored they're warranty. I personally purchased these wrenches about a year ago and have used them a lot and have been very glad I did. When you need that flex head they are invaluable and considering they are priced $150 less than the Matco equivalent I'd say they perform very well.

@josephchewning919 Жыл бұрын

The matco equivalent is the same tool. They’re made by mountain. The same as those Carlyle wrenches he had, same as cornwell

@josephchewning919 Жыл бұрын

The matco equivalent is the same tool. They’re made by mountain. The same as those Carlyle wrenches he had, same as cornwell

@leeh9420 3 жыл бұрын

Great. Another tested-beyond-reasonable-use video.

@doylee469 3 жыл бұрын

Yup, nothing but click bate. So desperate!

@kylesonsalla7620 3 жыл бұрын

Unless you actually work with them every day.

@leeh9420 3 жыл бұрын

@@kylesonsalla7620 ftfy - "Unless you misuse them every day." Seriously - does this give you useful information? All of the failures are where the tool is being used well-beyond what they're designed to withstand, w/ cheater bars etc. If that's your every-day work situation, I'd like to make sure I avoid your shop...

@CorvetteTrev 3 жыл бұрын

These are all very impressive, I'd get more nervous when they're ON the angle. Try the SAME set again, but with all of them at say 30°/ then you have some broad interesting info that you could apply to EVERY ratcheting wrench that pivots 🤷‍♂️

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

That would have been pretty interesting to do. I might have to get some flex head ratcheting wrenches and try it sometime.

@adriannurse1502 3 жыл бұрын

That was a very impressive video. It makes me want to buy a set of wrenches. Lol!!

@ar_snl 3 жыл бұрын

Same here. just seen em and didnt think much at Harbor Freight but now i want some lol. I bought a 1/2 inch rachet and a 3/8 with the red grip and they are working fine.

@slurpyman20 3 жыл бұрын

The little engine that could 10mm. The little brand that could. And the warranty is one of the best

@kaylamarie8309 Жыл бұрын

I love your take it to failure tests. Lol it's funny to realize that there are still people out there that apparently don't know what a breaker bar is and why we use them. Takes a brick with lips with ape strength who has an uncle Daddy and aunt Mommy to break these wrenches, especially when you get into the bigger ones. I bought a 10 pc set of the long handle Icon double box wrenches and they are great. Non flex so solid shaft, regular box on one end, ratchet box on the other. They are absolutely Kabo wrench clones. Stay off the tool trucks and try them.

@seephor 3 жыл бұрын

The 10mm was the most impressive

@junicohen7918 Жыл бұрын

It's the most important one

@thrustinthrottle652 8 ай бұрын

I've had the same set for over two years,and believe me I've put em through hell with many of the nuts and bolts I removed from cars and trucks I dismantled and so far they've held up pretty good! The only regret I've had about buying this set,was not buying them sooner.They truly make hard to reach and wrench nuts and bolts less difficult(If not easy).Originally I thought this style of wrenches could only be found on the tool truck for about $500+ from one of the tool trucks.But I got mine back in '21 for just about $224 with a coupon. If you're considering this set,DO IT!

@Georgstr1503 6 ай бұрын

I just picked mine up today 01/19/24 with a coupon for $180 out the door with taxes $192 n change purchase well done if u ask me

@nitrous07me 3 жыл бұрын

These are Dawm good wrench’s & I love them

@brianklein6387 3 жыл бұрын

I bought 1/2 dr sae impact swivel socket set ICON & in one day of use I was removing several 8 bolt flanged valves that had 3/4 inch bolts so a 1 1/8 inch socket anyway after about 30 or so bolts my ingersoll rand w7152 managed to snap that 1 1/8 inch ICON swivel socket so I got off work & warranty out no problems still using it for about three months

@richb2229 3 жыл бұрын

I heard some of the original Icon Impact tools had problems but were improved in later runs. That’s probably why your replacement is still running.

@garylarson6386 3 жыл бұрын

doing field service on machine shop equipment , I keep a set of harbor freight metric tools that I very often have to cut in half to fit into tight spaces

@phazeonepro 3 жыл бұрын

i think most people would not use there tools like this. This to me is a good way to judge how tough the tools are. So to me , i would not have a problem adding the icons to my tool box. love your videos...

@richb2229 3 жыл бұрын

Chris is tough on tools, but it is great to know the limitations. I have this set and am glad I bought them. They make a lot of tough jobs almost effortless. The HF warranty is too good to pass up and that’s why they are expensive.

@stevedarnell8444 3 жыл бұрын

I believe the bolt would snap before the wrench broke.

@mandapalque 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video.

@Brett_Gill 4 ай бұрын

The only Icon tool I bought so far are breaker bars(including the $100 3/4" x 36") and so far I am thoroughly impressed with them.

@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas and Happy New Years chris and the family @ClientGraphics

@MCEngineeringInc 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!👍🏻👍🏻

@dannysautorepair 3 жыл бұрын

Great video sir , I would definitely buy them, they are strong.

@RenegadesGarage 3 жыл бұрын

ClientGraphics.. That's somewhat impressive for Icon. That's why I like the wrenches that are the same size on both ends with one end being the regular boxed wrench and the other end being the ratchet wrench. That way you can break it loose with the regular boxed end and then use the ratchet wrench end to finish.

@jaydee2620 3 жыл бұрын

Yea Gearwrench ones are Awsome, I’m sure the Matcos r good too but very expensive

@kylesonsalla7620 3 жыл бұрын

@@jaydee2620 Matco is Gearwrench, they're the same company now

@2873lonewolf 3 жыл бұрын

@@kylesonsalla7620 No they aren't. Fortive owns Matco, Bain owns Gearwrench. There might have been some mix there around 2012 before they sold Cooper and Danaher.

@Volksoner619 3 жыл бұрын

That’s the way they’re intended to be used. I feel like a lot of people don’t understand that you shouldn’t be using any ratcheting tool to break free frozen fasteners. I like that he points out to use your tools appropriately.

@EATSLEEPFARM 3 жыл бұрын

In all honesty I’m impressed....when you reach for these type or wrenches your not gonna be putting this amount of torque on um. I’m just curious over time how weak they would get out of daily use. Another thing my local harbor freight has always been great/no questions asked in warranty. I’d say these are a win👍

@Rob_Basich 3 жыл бұрын

I'd agree.

@Funybudy 3 жыл бұрын

Just so y’all know, mountain, icon, Carlyle, Matco and a few others are all the same wrenches...same patent being used for all of them. I went with harbor freight for ease of warranty.

@Lee-lb9qh 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a pretty badass tool factory down there in China

@SnD340 3 жыл бұрын

@@Lee-lb9qh Taiwan* but yes actual quality and badassery

@The_Defiant_One 3 жыл бұрын

@@SnD340 Taiwan > China

@SnD340 3 жыл бұрын

@@The_Defiant_One I agree. Taiwan actually makes great tools for the money.

@harveysmith100 2 жыл бұрын

Kabo is the manufacturer and Patent holder. Very good tools.

@jamesporter2431 2 жыл бұрын

I've had excellent luck with icon tools I use them 6 days a week on transit buses. While I won't be using the ratchet wrench to break bolts that tight. I did break my icon 1/2 drive x 18" flex head ratchet at the screw I just replaced the screw and have been running with it for over 2 years

@jasonhudson4239 3 жыл бұрын

Great advice on the clearance. Nothing worse than hitting the ground with a tool that’s too long.

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

I though I would used them more than I do, but ground clearance can be an issue if you are in tight places. People need to be aware of those things before they buy more expensive tools otherwise they just sit there collecting dust👍

@richb2229 3 жыл бұрын

I use my set on my pickup even when it’s not jacked up. But keep in mind these are expensive specialty tools. They can’t be used on every job because of their length, but that length really makes difficult jobs easy. .

@Toyotas_n__Tools 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris Merry Christmas to you and your family! I've done somethings in the last month in my personal life which was sort of like a road block and kept me from growing my channel like i'd want too, it really makes me happy to see you have almost 40,000 subscribers! Chris you really deserve it's amazing to see the growth that everyone has done this year with their channels especially you! and it really means a lot to me that you have always been kind and supportive of me and everyone else you interact with you are a great person Chris. Thanks for the great video! I'd like to see some of those hex bits get broken and twisted now! =)

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

What size of hex bit? The hex socket ones or the L shaped Allen keys. I’m still behind on thing but I can put it on the list

@Toyotas_n__Tools 3 жыл бұрын

@@ClientGraphics Oh hex bit sockets, also be neat to try a torx bit socket with spline style wrenchd.

@jasonstewart8022 3 жыл бұрын

Lol..I glanced at your workbench and thought you had a old shotgun on it lol those to pipes laying side by side 🤣 at 8:24

@KoonTrucking 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent test and glad to see how they hold up especially since I just purchased this set. Great video as always Chris.

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

Afte you made your video and posted on why you purchased them I had to get moving and finish this one. Thanks Clay for the motivation!

@4everwatchingalwayshere475 3 жыл бұрын

Love these worth every penny I wanna buy another set for home!!!! LOVE YOUR VIDS KOON!!!! Its Friday!!!!

@lordrayden3045 3 жыл бұрын

I saw your video Were these the same?

@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Chris @ClientGraphics

@barryomahony4983 3 жыл бұрын

Great. These are on my Christmas list. :)

@efraincazares1655 3 жыл бұрын

Very good info!

@okiedoke6373 3 жыл бұрын

Good job!

@kasquaskannachehukapapansk9857 3 жыл бұрын

Those Duralast gloves hold up very well.

@miguelmigkustomz9010 Жыл бұрын

I have this set and it is awesome! Money well spent imo

@Max_n_ruby 3 жыл бұрын

I am no pro mechanic but you have to admit lifetime warranty for about the same price as truck brands and you can possibly get the same tool the same day at your local hf is a game changer and with for the most part a no questions asked warranty instead of waiting for the truck or sending it in the mail

@jesusisalive3227 3 жыл бұрын

I found those to be very impressive!

@TheGamingExposure 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had solid luck with icon and I use them professionally.

@jakenoscar Жыл бұрын

I used the metric flank open ends to do alignments for a solid year, thousands. The wrenches held up great, the 13 showed the worst wear, white it still worked good it was missing all the teeth on the open end. Swapped them out for a nice new set with warranty.

@carbonconnection2480 3 жыл бұрын

I bought these completely blind not knowing a thing about them. I only got them because of the price point between these and the tool trucks. I have absolutely no complaints on them and would recommend anyone give them a try! .... I hate to throw exact numbers but I paid like $150 at HF compared to $500 plus on the snap on truck and $300 plus from my matco guy.

@tshadow6 3 жыл бұрын

In my thirty plus years as a DIY guy keeping his cars running, I’ve only broken one tool. My Husky brand 1/4” ratchet.

@lKanyoNl 2 жыл бұрын

I love the icon tools

@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын

The tektons i have noticed using them they don't bend but they skip teeth with very little force were the icon bends and dosen't skip teeth @ClientGraphics

@giovanysantiago5892 3 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure with that much torque any truck brand would bend or pin would have failed, give or take a little torque.. But or the price and not having to fight with a truck dealer to warranty these are a very good buy, Just my opinion. I'm not trying to hurt any tool truck brand fanboys' feelings, trust me I was also a toll truck fanatic before I realized I to put my kids thru college.

@payco1000 3 жыл бұрын

Great tests I guess you should post a chart or torque numbers on the links 🦾❓

@silverstar4289 2 жыл бұрын

confirm for me that regardless of how well a wrench like this is made, you would use a different wrench or tool to break a nut/bolt loose, then use the ratcheting for speed? there is a set of metrics at a pawn shop for 70 bucks. they generally five me a discount to boot. I am off to the store!

@davidcontreras2422 3 ай бұрын

ICON Brand, worth every single penny nice video thanks,

@scjohnk 3 жыл бұрын

ICON seems to be a fairly reasonable option for tool-truck grade tools at big box prices, and probably wont give you summer teeth.

@Timandlisa123 2 жыл бұрын

Harbor freight employees, “wtf how’d he brake every single one of them”.

@neeko7878 3 жыл бұрын

I would be curious to know though if each size meets or exceeds the standard torque ratings for each size. I’ve never seen a 10mm be torqued to 70+ foot pounds. I could very well be wrong though.

@ionstorm66 2 жыл бұрын

The torque tests are more for removing stuck fasteners. That's the reason I own 8/10mm in 1/2 drive, sometimes you need the extra leverage to break it loose. The longer handle allows you to better control and feel the bolt moving. Makes it easier to work it back and forth as to not snap the bolt.

@richb2229 3 жыл бұрын

I have this set and some Icon ratchets. They are Okay for the price, but not exceptional. I think brands like Capri and Tekton give them the run for the money, especially for the shade tree mechanic.

@marcowens3522 2 жыл бұрын

I used these icon ratcheting wrenches and tekton professionally 0 problems with either if used correctly!

@jayortiz2326 3 жыл бұрын

Can you try the review pro stormer 14-piece flex-head ratcheting wrench set,

@artszabo1015 3 жыл бұрын

Just for relativity, what does it take to twist off grade 8 bolts of each size? Art

@Tniggs Жыл бұрын

11:47 I’m sold lol these are awesome

@MajorWeakness 3 жыл бұрын

good for HF to Warranty! I'll now get a set!

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

Make sure you really really need this set -vs- wanting it before running out and buying it. It’s a good set but it’s a lot to throw down for a DIYer

@MajorWeakness 3 жыл бұрын

@@ClientGraphics I've been looking at them since they came out but will wait for a coupon that works with icon!

@massacre2231 Жыл бұрын

I have not bought many Icon tools, but the few I have impressed me enough to heavily bias me towards buying Icon in the future. I am picky when it comes to quality and usability, so I own a fair bit of Snap-On and Japanese hand tools. You can find better than Icon, but the gap does not justify the price for some brands in my mind.

@DaleLucid 3 жыл бұрын

I just noticed that overhead camera. Is that new cause very cool.

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

I wanted to try and capture the visual on how much wrench flex there is depending on the size and torque. It’s actually a lot of work since it’s really like editing 3 videos that you have to sync and edit.

@DaleLucid 3 жыл бұрын

@@ClientGraphics The flex is why I noticed the camera. Maybe you can use a sharp finger snap. It can be easily cut out and should show up in the audio track of both cameras for alignment. You can set the overhead audio to zero when you don't need to alignment segments while editing. Just make more "snap" references where you think you'll need them.

@waynep343 3 жыл бұрын

To stop the failures at the yoke . Need the manufacturer to change from pressed pins to custom Allen cap screws or rivets in counter bored holes to prevent spreading of the yoke. I have a great neck 38002 1/2" x24" breaker bar that way I cannot seem to break.

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

Might add a little thickness to get some good thread contact. It would help to make them field serviceable or to be able to swap heads. I know some companies have wanted this (Cornwell and Matco) but the manufacturer has been unwilling to make changes. Great potential just need a manufacturer that is open and willing to front the R&D cost

@KB-fy7gn 3 жыл бұрын

Question: Since the lil push-rod switch and flex head are patented by (I think) Kabo Tools, wouldn't Icon basically be the same wrench as Mountain, Matco, etc?

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, they are all basically the same just stamped with a different brand and the gear tooth count and finish are slightly different.

@gregc9220 3 жыл бұрын

I would never abuse a tool like that but very cool seeing someone else do it 🤣 two thumbs up! 👍👍

@seephor 3 жыл бұрын

A trip to HF and he gets them replaced for free. They have a lifetime warranty.

@gregc9220 3 жыл бұрын

@@seephor yeah and videos like this is why we about to have LIMITED lifetime warranty on tools lol!

@bryansenulis7242 3 жыл бұрын

My comment should b first bc had them 2 years....

@thomasdaniele1230 2 жыл бұрын

What model RAD Calibration Systems are you using? Also how did you attach it to you work bench?

@elliottfoth6013 3 жыл бұрын

Would u please take the milwaukee ratchet wrenchs to failure i am very interested in how thay will do

@SlickWillyTFCF 3 жыл бұрын

I've had to return a few Icon ratchets because they would only rachet in one direction, or the direction switch would change position while using it. My local HF had no problem swapping any of them out. The only thing I was asked is what problem the tool was giving me.

@1970chevelle396 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like there pretty strong. I just bought the Icon 3/4 inch breaker bar, its 3 feet long.

@ClientGraphics 3 жыл бұрын

The 3/4” ICON breaker bar is pretty stout with little flex even at 700-800 ft-lbs

@johnj.baranski6553 2 жыл бұрын

With a reference I don't know if those failure points are industry low or high or common? Would a Cradtman or Huskey be able to withstand more or less.doot pounds?

@chrisg1043 3 жыл бұрын

I had bad experience with the Icon 1/4 inch flex head ratchet (jammed at times) and 3/8 deep sockets (8 of them cracked from light use). Albeit it was when they 1st came out so I assume it was probably lower quality when they 1st came out. I’ve heard mostly great things from them recently.

@richb2229 3 жыл бұрын

Chris G10 the Icon flex head ratchets and sockets did have some serious problems when they first came out. I got the non-flex head ratchets and they were fine. They are not my favorite from a price or quality standpoint.

@stringbean9039 3 жыл бұрын

Those wrenches are pretty good and strong.

@Enonymouse_ 3 жыл бұрын

Personal experience has led me to avoid using those ratchet style wrenches (from various brands) to break torque or apply torque due to the internal mechanism deforming under torque and rounding off the bolt heads.

@miguelledezma1394 3 жыл бұрын

You aint suppose to use the ratcheting to break bolts. Thats you have the box end

@Mike-ff7ib Жыл бұрын

Its nice to know there are people out there willing to sacrifice shiny new tools to gain knowledge on how much abuse these brands can take before it reaches the breaking point.

@jonathanreeves4700 2 ай бұрын

He didn't "sacrifice" anything; he wantonly destroyed tools, knowing they would be replaced. And it's not hard to suppose why these are now $225 in store instead of ~$150 like they used to be. Look, I appreciate knowing the limits of the tool, just as much as the next person, but it's not ethical to accept a free exchange, even if the exchange itself was part of the "test".

@Mike-ff7ib 2 ай бұрын

@@jonathanreeves4700 the rise in the cost of tools is due to our insane politics. Everything cost more in case you haven't noticed.

@edbuckley1670 2 жыл бұрын

As a mechanic one older guy in my shop has snap on everything his sockets are all at least 15 years old he has never broken a socket however from use the sockets are so used and worn the side that snaps onto the impact gun is loose and the sockets fall off if you point the gun down snap-on will not warranty your sockets for this reason unless they crack or break.

@crashconstructionunfiltere3829 9 ай бұрын

I’ve only broken 1 harbor freight tool, and it was a Pittsburgh pro 1/2” ratcheting combo wrench. Bought it before icon came out, and harbor freight replaced it no problem