Minimalist 1/2" Drive Socket Set with Ratchet: When close enough is vastly better than not enough.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 ม.ค. 2023
- amzn.to/3Wd7L5T Sure, this Minimalist 1/2" Drive Socket Set with Ratchet might be a bit of a stretch, but it is also proof of concept. I have been dialing in 1/4 and 3/8 sets with minimalist ideals, but the ratchet is usually the weak link. What if I start with the ratchet and work backwards. Well, this is what you get. So I video a 1/2" minimalist socket set for when is close enough and always vastly better than not enough.
On Amazon:
Capri stubby 1/2" impact socket set" amzn.to/3Wd7L5T
Maxpedition Cocoon Pouch: amzn.to/3w2gTQf
THIS is pure genius. as a millwright apprentice, I am ALWWAYS looking for better and more compact ways to carry my tools around the shop. THANK YOU!
Cool video, and beautiful Snap-On stubby, but for those that don’t know, it retails for $212. Expect to pay close to retail as it’s backordered on Snappy’s website until February.
The above said, I find that the 1/4 in ratchet and bits are just the most used ratchet around the engine. When it comes to brake and suspension work, then it’s the 3/8” ratchet. 1/2” is often left to high torque things like wheel hubs and lug nuts/bolts.
I think for those size sockets a 3/8 ratchet is a better fit and more compact, IMO.
Like the idea but I think the bulk of the ratchet will put you in a bind in a lot of different ways
Please note that I use snap-on tools to make a living and I can honestly say that the 3/8 ratchets are alot smaller and stronger than most people think they are
In my opinion you would be better off with the 3/8 drive
Exactly. The battery post example Doc used is a perfect example of a bolt you'd never be able to get a 1/2" drive ratchet/socket to tighten.
The small form factor you achieved with this combination of tools is impressive. Thanks for sharing these ideas and products.
If there's a follow up video to this I would love to know how was this compact setup be useful in your everyday adventure.
I like the concept of a small set, knowing the socket sizes you need is key. I really like that Snap On flex head and will be getting one of those for sure. I think it’s fun to watch you experiment and put these small kits together.
Nice pouch. I'm fond of soft pouchs with chosen tools, but I tend to use 3/8" or 1/4" sockets because I'm a bicycle & motorbike user.
The one issue you mentioned with this kit “they might be shallow” for some task. I suggest the same concept but with pass through locking flex head ratchet & socket set 😊
Love it. My normal travel tool set has 1/4 socket set and has been more useful than I'd ever thought. If I need some umph I got a 1/2 socket set in a case, ready, too.
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Going to make up a kit just like it.
Best part of the video was...
"Sumthing is better than nothing"
Always very interesting to see people's versions of OTR toolkits. A 19mm ratcheting wrench with 1/2" adaptor and sockets and / or 13mm with 3/8" adaptor (you showed all these in previous videos) can be incredibly useful as a space saving no nonsense toolkit.
I have the 3/8 and 1/2 stubby sets and love them.
That is very compact! Seems ideal.
I really like that. I have a full set in my truck, never use most of them.
I did something similar for my tundra. I settled on the 1/4” master set from lowes and a flip socket set & impact wrench for lug nuts. I want to upgrade the 1/4” Ratchet to the Wera zyklops then I’ll be good 👍🏼
I'm wondering if a go through socket set won't be any better.
Because the shallow sockets are extremely nice and are the solution for the weight and size problem you can encounter. Although I believe the pass through can be a bit more versatile except for two things.
The length of the extensions available and no useable universal joint.
It depends on the intention as to how you built your kit. Do you intend to do significant/major auto repair work? For portability, I'd go with 3/8 inch. And then add ratchet ring/open-ended spanner set of the common sizes, in a bigger pouch. Add pliers (1 with needle nose), and screw drivers, locking vice grips, flash light. Its easier to create a kit, when you look at the possible maintenance you will need to do on a car for example when you stuck in the middle of nowhere. For example if you intend to change brake pads on the road, change a radiator hose, or oil change, bleed brakes etc...
store in a Toiletry bag HD nylon 600d or thicker
I’m thinking of putting some in my Honda for emergency. I got the milwaukee 3/8” impact set during the holidays, just need to figure out how to compact the socket sets
Honestly, at this point, you should /really/ consider just investing in a sewing machine and some ballistic nylon fabric and just start sewing your own tool rolls/zippered bags/etc.
Instead of trying to confine your needs to some pre-existing product, just make your own to your exacting standards.
You can find rolls of zipper track and neck crimps on Amazon for cheap.
Even the cheapest sewing machine works great.
It's what I do.
With your very specific requirements for certain tool bags/day pouches/whatever you wanna call it, you could start fiddling with making your own bags and pouches and you'd be able to think up something better than is already out there.
nice watch!
This is a great idea. I have a tote I use for mobile pdr when I’m away from my shop. I always say I can take anything apart with my tote. Well, the other day I ran into a Ford Edge hatch removal and guess what - 24mm nuts hold that lift gate on!!! What the?
I think I’ll copy this idea but do semi deeps 20mm-27mm and have a 3/8-to-1/2 adapter to use my 3/8 impact
I have the same Cocoon pouch, and you just gave me an idea. However, I’m still debating on whether or not I should put my prized ratchet inside beside sockets lest the chrome finishing gets marred. 😂
hi great channel more videos , im hooked on your content.,,, great job.
Check out the wera 8100 sc 6 zyklop kit it is 1/2 inch comes with sockets, bits and case. The head also rotates the only thing may be it is not as robust as the snap on but even that flex head has a limit.
Cool idea, I’d recommend a slightly bigger pouch, add the rest of the sockets from the set, and a short cheater pipe that fits the handle.
Why take socket sizes that are not on the vehicle? A littler cheater is a good idea.
@@aussiehardwood6196 because you bought them as a set, and for completeness.
Luv my capri stubs…..
Interesting. Although I question the value of a stubby 1/2 drive ratchet. You might want to consider Astro stubby 1/2 impact sockets. Their sockets have a hex shaped base that can be used with a 7/8 or 22mm wrench. have you considered a telescoping 1/2 drive ratchet? 1/2 drive and compact often don't go together. Thanks for sharing!!!
I would add a adustable wrench too
I wish Capri would make their ratcheting wrench sets again. A million places carry it out of stock for years. No idea why. They sell empty rolls for it very cheap on Amazon.
Capri impact sockets are the shit! Unfortunately they don't honor their warranty if you buy their sockets on Amazon
Sunnex does though.
Would much rather go 1/4 or 3/8 with deep sockets
I was watching on my TV and that extension and stuff looks huge like 3/4 or something
It seems to me that you'd never encounter a 10, 12, or 14 mm bolt that needs any more strength than the 3/8" drive socket could provide. Are there 3/8" stubby sockets that could be swapped in instead of the 1/2" impact ones?
Yes. 8mm-21mm 15 pc metric set and 5/16"-1" 12 pc SAE set.
Kinda cool..
Thanks for the links. Do you have a link for the Snap on Stubby ratchet 1/2" ?
shop.snapon.com/product/Dual-80-Technology%2C-Chrome-(1-2%22)/1-2%22-Drive-Dual-80-Technology-Stubby-Handle-Flex-Head-Ratchet/SKF80A
@@lastbesttool Thank you... it looks like a cool kit to put together
You know you're gonna have to do all the work today when your partner pulls out his pouch and says he's got a 3/8" to 1/2" converter
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How about flip sockets? The ones with 1 size on each side?
Flip sockets are great until you realize that they occupy the same space as two stubby sockets and then they wont fit everywhere you can put a stubby.
Are those sockets metric?
If yes, then is, if you want small size, it not more logical to ditch the 12, 13, 14, 15, 21 ? Since in whole number metric bolt size these sizes are not used.
M6 dia bolt=10mm wrench,
bolt size - wrench size metric
M7 =11mm,
M8=13mm,
M10=17mm,
M12=19mm
M14=22mm
On Swedish Amazon something is seriously wrong.... A single 10mm Capri 1/2 inch stubby is around $28.... and the empty "Capri Tools Wrech Roll Up Pouch" is around $100 with $15 shipping...
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May as well throw a u joint in there
Did you see Snap-on has a quick release version of that ratchet now? Number SRKF80A
Just need to add a 8mm 1/2" if that exists.
What watch is that?
It’s def a Rolex. As to model, I think it’s a Submariner.
Gen 1 DSSD
That is definitely a Rolex Sub
Your channel is gonna grow if you keep the recipe consistent like it has been
That is like bringing a knife to a gunfight !
I still do not understand why you just do not make a small toolbox with one set of just about everything you would need for whatever you do .
You seem to have like a million dollars wrapped up into tools and that is the best you could do .
This video had me thinking all the way thru it and after and then some time later , what the logic for this was .
I know my way around tools and everytype of automobile made and the set that you put forth for a road trip around the corner IMHO is good for just about nothing .
I guess it would all depend on the vehicle and the situation and then I am either gonna do it right or don't do nothing at all .
Snap On is NOT minimalist!
I think this set is pretty un realistic.
here are my reasons.
for portability you can get way more 3/8" drive sockets in that bag and use a adapter to add a few more 1/2" drive sockets for what the 3/8" set doesn't include.
the ratchet is way to big. a 3/8" drive ratchet will give you plenty of strength for what you need.
and stubby impact sockets are so specific there not many uses for them. there not deep enough for must studs and way too beefy. your better with chrome sockets.
This might make sense in the apocalypse but bro don’t be lazy
Your ratchet is almost useless dead weight for the leverage limitations. It's a cute idea but you're trying to hard to justify that bad buy. Don't tell us about this small bag and then say you'll have large breaker or cheater bars lol. Might as well say you'll be trailering the rest of the toolbox then. If depth of socket doesn't matter than go flip socket, thinking Klein. Stubby impact seem equally useless for this.