You can loosen the plier head by punching with a flat punch on the side where the rivet moves with the plier head. You put something like a ratchet socket on the otherside of the rivet and wack on the punch with a hammer! I did it for my signal and it was instantaneous ! No more binding or difficulty to open and no play !Try it out !!
I did something similar to this with my P2. Removed the junk and put what i needed, now its perfect for my everyday carry. I felt the P4 was just a little to big for everything i needed. I out my Skeletool aside for now
Considering this video was made 4 years ago…. Should I point out that the tools you have in your Free P(x) are the same ones in my Arc? I waited until Leatherman had the tool I wanted (One handed, tools on the outside, American made, premium blade steel) to buy one. I have had zero problems.
First time I used the Free P4 wire cutters the pliers seized... Leatherman had to replace the whole tool for me! My Surge is rock solid after years of abuse... let’s call me skeptical about their recent performance as a manufacturer. I believe they can do better! I like your mods, and get why you are cautious about losing it somewhere!
I agree with you about Leatherman! Over the last five years or so ….. All departments (R&D, Manuf, QC, Sales & Marketing, etc) have been falling flat on their faces! I have been saying for years, that Leatherman needs to migrate away from their proprietary bit driver to a 1/4 inch bit driver. Leatherman has been asleep at the wheel! Hopefully, they get their act together for the release of the Arc!
Ive been looking into what multitool to get and every video ive seen on the leatherman multitools the person would list a negative just to compliment the very thing they said was a negative. Then none of them had the tools i would like/need to have on them, one would have some then another would have the others then another. I saw the leathermen free, liked how it worked but hated the tools and dismissed it until now. Your videos on modding this tool has helped me deside to just get the tools i like and put them into the free, because im not gonna get all the leathermans and carry them in a tool chest. 🤔 Although i feel like thats what leatherman whats us to do with how the useful tools are spread between the different models.
I started carrying a leatherman again after i learned about the belt/pocket clips that can be used. I had an original wave but you cant put the clip on it so i bought the second wave not the plus i dont like the plus. I wouldn't carry a leatherman in a sheath of any kind. It just seems like to much.
I have a Rebar, Wave+,Surge and Free P2. They've been excellent so far. (NOW I'M GOING FOR A SUPER TOOL 300. I HOPE I WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED.[ANYONE'S THOUGHTS ON IT.????????]
Nice video. I'm a Leatherman/multitool collector as well as a knife maker. I'm trying to design the first custom multitool Leatherman style w plier heads. We are working on the design right now
Excellent video! I watched it 10+ times while waiting for the parts to arrive. Would you mind detailing your exact stack of implements and washers? You mention that tolerance is extremely tight, but don't tell us your secret to making it all fit.
I am glad you liked it. I make these type of videos in the summer when it is to hot to go outside here in AZ. I plan to revisit this tool in the future. I wish I could give you specifics on what I did but I can't remember. I will try and answer your questions in the future though.
@@NewZonaRides I'll eagerly await the next summer vids. In the meantime, here's what I used: Big washer, serrated blade, spring, opener thingy, ruler, spring, t-shank adapter. Big washer, scissors, spring, small washer, flat bit holder, small washer, spring, main blade, big washer. The new scalpel holder is still printing so I don't know how this will change yet. Again, thank you for your videos! My wife hates you for getting me into this, but she'll come around when I start fixing things around the house.
@@NewZonaRides I actually just looked on the website and no they don't have a case that fits a ratchet extension yet I'm kinda interested in the 4mm bit holder he has also I have a ton of 4mm bits and they are allot cheaper than leathermans bits have you heard any bad news about that holder I. Just wondering which one is made better
@@ryanhammond8689 I am sure the 4mm holder is made just as well. I wouldn't worry about that and if you don't like it for any reason their customer service is solid.
It's a shame that one has to spend a bunch of money on such an expensive tool after purchase to make it work the way it should from the factory. Long live the Wave, Charge and Surge!
if you are expecting something to function as a wave surge or a charge why not just get one of those...i here all these people complaining about this same thing, it's kinda dumb to be honest...it's different so why would it be the same....smh
@@erico2079 critiquing a tool that cost significantly more to own and then doesn't have practical functionality is not dumb, having to strip out parts to make it work better is dumb. The criticism may result in leatherman making better tools, that isn't dumb. You think people should just be happy with what they get, fine you go and spend your money on it and let the rest of us try to improve our chances to get what we want.
Leatherman will never make what they should make because if they do consumers will not buy all the other leathermans they should not buy. Bean counting 101
@@NewZonaRides Ahhhh arrogance, a perfect man who doesn't care about the views.... So why make the videos and waffle on like a tipsy Grandma ? This video could easily have been a tight 8 mins....
the leatherman Arc is going to be very similar to this
Awesome! I am glad to hear it has held up for you. Appreciate you time on this.
I am surprised how well it is holding up. Thanks for watching.
best video on this knife. also, this is the nicest looking leatherman by far in my opinion.
You can loosen the plier head by punching with a flat punch on the side where the rivet moves with the plier head. You put something like a ratchet socket on the otherside of the rivet and wack on the punch with a hammer! I did it for my signal and it was instantaneous ! No more binding or difficulty to open and no play !Try it out !!
I have. Mine still tightened right back up as soon as I squeezed hard.
I modded mine somewhat. The serrated blade a point was filed on it, the saw was made sharper on the front edge and made a point for drywall.
I did something similar to this with my P2. Removed the junk and put what i needed, now its perfect for my everyday carry. I felt the P4 was just a little to big for everything i needed. I out my Skeletool aside for now
15:40 - Lanyard prevents loss.
Also, the link for the sheath isn’t working. :(
My g10 charge binds when closing pliers wedge into the phillips bits
Try embedding a magnet or 2 in the top of the holster. They can act as drag friction when ejecting the P4 so it doesn't pop out.
Considering this video was made 4 years ago…. Should I point out that the tools you have in your Free P(x) are the same ones in my Arc? I waited until Leatherman had the tool I wanted (One handed, tools on the outside, American made, premium blade steel) to buy one. I have had zero problems.
First time I used the Free P4 wire cutters the pliers seized... Leatherman had to replace the whole tool for me! My Surge is rock solid after years of abuse... let’s call me skeptical about their recent performance as a manufacturer. I believe they can do better! I like your mods, and get why you are cautious about losing it somewhere!
I agree. Something is wrong at Leatherman lately.
instaBlaster.
I had the same problem with my holster. I just made the retaining tabs start higher up by cutting them higher up on the holster.
That fixed it.
I will try that. Thanks.
Not sure if this is anything, but I noticed that when you pulled the tool out, it seemed like you were activating the tool locks?
I agree with you about Leatherman! Over the last five years or so ….. All departments (R&D, Manuf, QC, Sales & Marketing, etc) have been falling flat on their faces! I have been saying for years, that Leatherman needs to migrate away from their proprietary bit driver to a 1/4 inch bit driver. Leatherman has been asleep at the wheel! Hopefully, they get their act together for the release of the Arc!
*SO TELL ME... CAN I PUT THE T SHANK ADAPTER ON MY P4 WITH (((ONLY HAVING TO REMOVE MY P4S SAW???))) IM TRYING TO FIGURE THIS OUT B4 I BUY...8]*
If you pull the 2 locks at the bottom it comes out easy as it locks it sell in
I will try that. Thanks
What size magnets do you use to put in the bit driver?
There is a link in the video description for the magnets.
@@NewZonaRides thank you
Ive been looking into what multitool to get and every video ive seen on the leatherman multitools the person would list a negative just to compliment the very thing they said was a negative. Then none of them had the tools i would like/need to have on them, one would have some then another would have the others then another. I saw the leathermen free, liked how it worked but hated the tools and dismissed it until now. Your videos on modding this tool has helped me deside to just get the tools i like and put them into the free, because im not gonna get all the leathermans and carry them in a tool chest. 🤔 Although i feel like thats what leatherman whats us to do with how the useful tools are spread between the different models.
I absolutely love the free p4, I just lost my 3rd one…. I might die
I started carrying a leatherman again after i learned about the belt/pocket clips that can be used. I had an original wave but you cant put the clip on it so i bought the second wave not the plus i dont like the plus. I wouldn't carry a leatherman in a sheath of any kind. It just seems like to much.
I use my P4 pretty much every day, the only thing I miss is the bit holder, try harder leatherman, great vid by the way
Thanks
Nice mod, I love it. The p4 is a bit too expensive for me right now, I will stick with my old surge and wave for the moment.
Yep it's too expensive for sure. Now mine is insanely expensive. Not sure I would do it twice. It is my favorite tool now but it was pricey.
I have a Rebar, Wave+,Surge and Free P2. They've been excellent so far. (NOW I'M GOING FOR A SUPER TOOL 300. I HOPE I WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED.[ANYONE'S THOUGHTS ON IT.????????]
Nice video. I'm a Leatherman/multitool collector as well as a knife maker. I'm trying to design the first custom multitool Leatherman style w plier heads. We are working on the design right now
I hope you come up with a winning tool. I could always use another one.
You should start a business up on multitool modifications.
Did you add the screwdriver yourself or did you buy it like that?
Where can I get the sheath? The link in the description doesn't work
Do a search for Leatherman P4 when you get to the site.
Excellent video! I watched it 10+ times while waiting for the parts to arrive. Would you mind detailing your exact stack of implements and washers? You mention that tolerance is extremely tight, but don't tell us your secret to making it all fit.
I am glad you liked it. I make these type of videos in the summer when it is to hot to go outside here in AZ. I plan to revisit this tool in the future. I wish I could give you specifics on what I did but I can't remember. I will try and answer your questions in the future though.
@@NewZonaRides I'll eagerly await the next summer vids. In the meantime, here's what I used:
Big washer, serrated blade, spring, opener thingy, ruler, spring, t-shank adapter.
Big washer, scissors, spring, small washer, flat bit holder, small washer, spring, main blade, big washer.
The new scalpel holder is still printing so I don't know how this will change yet. Again, thank you for your videos! My wife hates you for getting me into this, but she'll come around when I start fixing things around the house.
Spray the joint with WD-40. Then work the pliers back and forth. You will see dirt coming out of the joint. You may have to do this several times.
I did and they still are stiff as balls.
Where did you get the standard double sided bits?
Check video description for the link.
Cool mods!
Thanks
Hopefully you just got two faulty extenders from the same bad batch. Happens, but sucks. If not, then leatherman needs new people on QC.
I hope that is the case.
Will the ratchet extension fit in that case
I don't have a ratchet extension to try it for you but my guess is no. There may be one now that does though.
@@NewZonaRides I actually just looked on the website and no they don't have a case that fits a ratchet extension yet I'm kinda interested in the 4mm bit holder he has also I have a ton of 4mm bits and they are allot cheaper than leathermans bits have you heard any bad news about that holder I. Just wondering which one is made better
@@ryanhammond8689 I am sure the 4mm holder is made just as well. I wouldn't worry about that and if you don't like it for any reason their customer service is solid.
May want to engrave you name on your tool.
It's a shame that one has to spend a bunch of money on such an expensive tool after purchase to make it work the way it should from the factory.
Long live the Wave, Charge and Surge!
if you are expecting something to function as a wave surge or a charge why not just get one of those...i here all these people complaining about this same thing, it's kinda dumb to be honest...it's different so why would it be the same....smh
@@erico2079 critiquing a tool that cost significantly more to own and then doesn't have practical functionality is not dumb, having to strip out parts to make it work better is dumb.
The criticism may result in leatherman making better tools, that isn't dumb.
You think people should just be happy with what they get, fine you go and spend your money on it and let the rest of us try to improve our chances to get what we want.
I've been having the same problems with leatherman ! The quality has drastically reduced
Probably even worse not that they can use the go to excuse everyone seems to be using now.
Leatherman will never make what they should make because if they do consumers will not buy all the other leathermans they should not buy. Bean counting 101
That is as good an explanation as any for sure. Sounds plausible.
Please start using talking points to keep yourself on track. You repeat yourself too much.
No. Please use the skip feature instead. That is way easier for me. Thanks.
@@NewZonaRides Ahhhh arrogance, a perfect man who doesn't care about the views.... So why make the videos and waffle on like a tipsy Grandma ?
This video could easily have been a tight 8 mins....
why do you keep going back to leathermen if you have had so many problems?....insane....literally
Are you listening Leatherman ??😕😩