I have the Ridge Faucet & Sink tool for years but hardly thought much about how useful it is until now. I can use its metal removal wrench to remove the corroded bathtub drain. Great video, short and to the point. Thank you.
Hello Binh Minh Pham, You're welcome! Very handy tool. It is ideal for bathtub drains. Plastic hold down nuts as well. IT helps in preventing the tab from breaking off. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al
@WDPlumbing Hey there; I have to agree with you on the basin wrench. Hard to beat and is a tool that plumbers cannot live without. I have used these tools a few times since I purchased them, but the old basin wrench is still Mr Dependable. Thanks for commenting and have a great day!!! Al
Hey Robert; I use the one step tool quite often myself. Very handy. The other is more of a decoration. I stcik to their basin wrench which is tops. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
Thanks for your new tool review on those Ridgid tools.....I just bought the first wrench you showed today, love it, and I may have to buy that second one very soon also.....Thanks for sharing that with us all.
@jstu45 Hey there; I am a huge fan of ridgid tools as you probably are your. The quality is always a 10 in my books. They put alot of thought into there tools and have a great reputation because of it. I don't think I could survive without the basin wrench. It's a must for sure. Thanks very much for your comments and enjoy your day!!! Al
I know all you DIYers think you know best. As a licensed professional it's good to see you endorse some decent tools. You got the right mind set, if your going to do it, do it right and do it with the right tools.
Hello Jay, Totally agree! The right tools make all the difference in the world when it comes to doing the job. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
Good video..u put a lot of effort into it with the sink/cabinet set-up! I don't use the first tool but the second tool is highly used. Rigid makes a metal version that doesn't have the pull out pieces also. I use both. The basin wrench is classic!
Hello gr8livn; Rigid make great tools and I am a big fan of them. These two come in handy from time to time for sure. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al
That was a good review. Some thoughts: I have used that tube style plastic one and I liked it for around $20. It's a clever design. I have also made PVC pipe diy ones in the past just for the faucet hold down nuts with fins and it worked but cutting a slot for the line to fit in weakens the tool quite a bit I have found so I have one I made with no slot and one with a clearance slot both made from scrap pipes. Also you can make them whatever length you want. Of course neither will work on the hex nuts on supply lines like the commercial tool but a regular basin wrench and the commercial plastic tube tool both work on those hex nuts. Rigid makes an old style basin wrench with a lot of new bells and whistles I might try. The Superior socket looks interesting for awkward positions and where high torque is needed. $20 for a USA made tool is quite reasonable. The combination plumbing wrench set up is interesting but I just carry single combination wrenches bought from a bin at a pawn shop in 5/8" that I cut on the box end to make it a line wrench and single 9/16" and 15/16" combination wrenches. (I'm trying to get away from using adjustable wrenches but of course I still have them, I just try to use them less). The Rigid update of the basin wrench can take a ratchet wrench to drive it so if you get the Superior socket as well that makes a nice set up if you're willing to carry them both, and a ratchet and extensions. That's a very interesting and versatile set up that allows a lot of hard access options including even universal joints and allows for a lot of torque. I like my plastic tube wrenches but I think my idea for pairing tools that can be ratchet driven has a lot of arguments for it. I store my combination wrenches in my plastic tube wrenches to save space and I like that set up but if I was starting fresh I think I'd go ratchet based though for access reasons and torque reasons. I may still do this...
Hello michaelkulman7095, Like any tool box it is difficult to find one wrench fits all and that's why they are generally so heavy unfortunately . LOL! I like adjustable, but I too generally go for the spanner that fits. Like the idea of cutting out the box end just enough to slide past the supply line. I can see cutting the PVC would take away from the strength of the pipe. If I was starting over I wouldn't hesitate to go with the most up to date tools. After forty five years at it you get use to what's in the box that gets the job done even though there are others made to make things easier. Call it stubborn I guess. Someone is always thinking about what makes things easier. I do a little experimenting making tools myself for certain places. I have done complete renos on bathrooms. Once made a tool for spreading caulking in corners and such. My buddy told me I should patent it. I laughed it off. This was many years ago and a few years afterwards there it was selling on the shelf as a kit. I guess that's why they say hindsight is 20/20. I appreciate the comments! Thanks so much and enjoy the week! Al
Hello tizben, You're welcome! It will make a big difference for you as far as removing faucets. I am still a big basin wrench fan myself. Have had a Ridgid basin wrenches myself for years. I believe they did a modification on this tool as well. Haven't got the new version yet. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al
The one step wrench works well. I use it all the time. The plastic tool with the metal ends is useless. It does not fit in my handbag. The second time used the tool I broke one of the metal ends. Rigid cheaped out and used white forged metal. It is brittle and chips. I think they could have used a little more thought in designing this tool. Great vid. Thx
Hey Man; You hit the nail on the head with that comment. It makes the job much easier and saves a lot of time. I was thinking of picking up a spray bomb of black paint to touch up the top section, but swayed away from it...Just part of the aging process. Thanks for commenting and enjoy the weekend! Al
Hello VicMackeyful; I am in favor of the basin wrench myself. Best tool in the box. I have used the plastic tool a few time s and it came in very handy. Thanks very much for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
Hello readyset; You are more then welcome! I use it from time to time, but the basin wrench is usually the go to tool on most jobs. This does come in handy from time to time. Can never go wrong with an extra tool in the box. Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al
@chaotic719playa Yo;I really liked the to piece spanner, but the basin wrench is what I would call something to have in the toolbox for looks.It works on some tie down nuts,but it doesn't fit them all, but it comes in handy on only some basket strainers.Thanks for comments and stay in touch....Al
this is a great instructional,but we have a ridiculously designed vanity. I cant get any access to any of the lines with these narrow openings on both sides.
+RemoWilliams71 Thanks! They can be difficult at times to get at. You may have to remove some of vanity. I have come across a few over the years that sound similar to your situation. Thanks for commenting and best of luck with the project! Al
Hello plumberbridgewater; Ridgid make the best of tools as you know and are always coming out with something new. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
Hello mrrhum; You are more then welcome! The wrench comes in handy on more then one job for sure. I am a huge rigid fan myself! They make great tools! Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al
Hello Bo, Thank you! Lots of new tools out there to make any job easier. Always someone thinking about one! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
Hey Wayne; Modern technology is amazing isn't it! I have come across that as well with different spanners over here. Maybe we have your spanners over here,. LOL... They can put people on the moon, but can't get the simple things right. Go figure. Thanks for commenting Wayne and have a good weekend! Al
Hey Hunter; Just try and behave yourself for a change and that may happen! Just kidding. There are some great tools out there and they do help to make the work easier and faster. Ridgid is at the top of the list for me when it comes to plumbing tools and quality is usually top notch. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
Hi Al, The spanners are fine its the fittings,they are made very very badly and not of uniform size so you are constantly adjusting spanners to turn the compression nuts.
Hello John; If you go to google and put in... Basin Wrench - RIDGID Professional Tools ...There you will find a list on the top left of the page and all three tools are listed there. I picked the wrenches up at Source Atlantic myself. This should show you what you are looking for. Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al
Hello Viole, Not exactly sure if will. It is a little loose on the nuts, but not certain if it would work on your dementions. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al
Some great tools out there. The only problem over here in the U.K is very poor fittings e.g spanner fits nut, man turn nut, man go to re position spanner and spanner not fit nut.They can't even make a nut the same distance from face to face these days. :(
@higgout Hey higg; I am a big fan of ridgid tools. They make great quality tools and are always coming out with new ideas such as these. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day!!! Al
The red basin tool is great if the nuts aren`t corroded and old.It only flex`s if you have to put alot of torque on the nut.You can`t beat the ole fashion basin wrench.
Hello 350toocute; I couldn't agree more. It works well on the plastic nuts as well, but can be a little light for the hard to crack brass. The old basin wrench is definitely the go to tool. Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al
Hello Chris, They made this one, but I believe they have made some improvement to it. Giving it more torque is one. If you really have a tight hold down nut(crows feet); this may not be the one you want. A regular basin wrench would be the way to go in my books. There is a tool out with a ratchet on it and it works on the same principal as this one. It is not made by Rigid. Thanks for commenting enjoy your weekend! Al
Hello Oldkid888, I have been looking for this tool ( Plumbers first wrench ) as you call it. I've even tried to find on Ridged catalogue with no success. Could you send me info on it like catalog, or model number if you wouldn't mind. I'm in Canada and we don't get all Ridged tools out west here Thanks a bunch I'm like you never stray from the right tools.
By the way I own every hand tool that Rigid makes. They are the best out there! I pay attn to what Rigid is releasing. Not many of their tools are a wast
these tools are great but is so funny when ever you see people showing these they are working on the sink from the back and not against a wall which makes it harder to co from that angle
Hello Paul Robilotti, You're are definitely correct with that statement. It is much more difficult once you get in tight quarters, so it takes a little more thought and patience to get the job done, but hey do work. I am still a big fan of the basin wrench as far as any under counter projects go. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
Hello William, I agree with you on that. the read tool is handy. helps to remove the hold down nuts, but it is hard to beat a good basin wrench. The spanner combination is ok like you say. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
Hello William, Not concerned about it as a hat takes care of the problem. LOL! Actually I keep it brush cut short. Works for me! Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
Hello OfficialDudeDolan, Not a lone there. Have a few friends who have hair, but shave their heads regardless. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your holidays! Al
Hello Sufz14; You are more then welcome! They are always coming out with something new. Ridgid in my books are the best on the market! Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al
I have the Ridge Faucet & Sink tool for years but hardly thought much about how useful it is until now. I can use its metal removal wrench to remove the corroded bathtub drain. Great video, short and to the point. Thank you.
Hello Binh Minh Pham,
You're welcome!
Very handy tool. It is ideal for bathtub drains.
Plastic hold down nuts as well. IT helps in preventing the tab from breaking off.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al
@WDPlumbing Hey there;
I have to agree with you on the basin wrench. Hard to beat and is a tool that plumbers cannot live without. I have used these tools a few times since I purchased them, but the old basin wrench is still Mr Dependable.
Thanks for commenting and have a great day!!! Al
Hey Robert;
I use the one step tool quite often myself. Very handy. The other is more of a decoration. I stcik to their basin wrench which is tops.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
Thanks for your new tool review on those Ridgid tools.....I just bought the first wrench you showed today, love it, and I may have to buy that second one very soon also.....Thanks for sharing that with us all.
Hello MrG;
Ridgid makes great tools for sure. Biggest fan of them.
Thanks for commenting and you are more then welcome! Al
@jstu45 Hey there;
I am a huge fan of ridgid tools as you probably are your. The quality is always a 10 in my books. They put alot of thought into there tools and have a great reputation because of it.
I don't think I could survive without the basin wrench. It's a must for sure.
Thanks very much for your comments and enjoy your day!!! Al
Just got done replacing a kitchen faucet. I was dreading it. The Ridgid tool made it a snap. Thanks for the info.
Hello mhfisc;
You are more then welcome!
Congrats on the job!
Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al
I know all you DIYers think you know best. As a licensed professional it's good to see you endorse some decent tools. You got the right mind set, if your going to do it, do it right and do it with the right tools.
Hello Jay,
Totally agree! The right tools make all the difference in the world when it comes to doing the job.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
Good video..u put a lot of effort into it with the sink/cabinet set-up! I don't use the first tool but the second tool is highly used. Rigid makes a metal version that doesn't have the pull out pieces also. I use both. The basin wrench is classic!
Hello gr8livn;
Glad you like it!
Handy tools for sure!
Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al
Hello gr8livn;
Rigid make great tools and I am a big fan of them.
These two come in handy from time to time for sure.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al
That was a good review.
Some thoughts:
I have used that tube style plastic one and I liked it for around $20. It's a clever design.
I have also made PVC pipe diy ones in the past just for the faucet hold down nuts with fins and it worked but cutting a slot for the line to fit in weakens the tool quite a bit I have found so I have one I made with no slot and one with a clearance slot both made from scrap pipes. Also you can make them whatever length you want.
Of course neither will work on the hex nuts on supply lines like the commercial tool but a regular basin wrench and the commercial plastic tube tool both work on those hex nuts.
Rigid makes an old style basin wrench with a lot of new bells and whistles I might try.
The Superior socket looks interesting for awkward positions and where high torque is needed. $20 for a USA made tool is quite reasonable.
The combination plumbing wrench set up is interesting but I just carry single combination wrenches bought from a bin at a pawn shop in 5/8" that I cut on the box end to make it a line wrench and single 9/16" and 15/16" combination wrenches.
(I'm trying to get away from using adjustable wrenches but of course I still have them, I just try to use them less).
The Rigid update of the basin wrench can take a ratchet wrench to drive it so if you get the Superior socket as well that makes a nice set up if you're willing to carry them both, and a ratchet and extensions.
That's a very interesting and versatile set up that allows a lot of hard access options including even universal joints and allows for a lot of torque.
I like my plastic tube wrenches but I think my idea for pairing tools that can be ratchet driven has a lot of arguments for it.
I store my combination wrenches in my plastic tube wrenches to save space and I like that set up but
if I was starting fresh I think I'd go ratchet based though for access reasons and torque reasons.
I may still do this...
Hello michaelkulman7095,
Like any tool box it is difficult to find one wrench fits all and that's why they are generally so heavy unfortunately . LOL!
I like adjustable, but I too generally go for the spanner that fits. Like the idea of cutting out the box end just enough to slide past the supply line. I can see cutting the PVC would take away from the strength of the pipe. If I was starting over I wouldn't hesitate to go with the most up to date tools. After forty five years at it you get use to what's in the box that gets the job done even though there are others made to make things easier. Call it stubborn I guess.
Someone is always thinking about what makes things easier.
I do a little experimenting making tools myself for certain places. I have done complete renos on bathrooms. Once made a tool for spreading caulking in corners and such. My buddy told me I should patent it. I laughed it off. This was many years ago and a few years afterwards there it was selling on the shelf as a kit. I guess that's why they say hindsight is 20/20.
I appreciate the comments!
Thanks so much and enjoy the week! Al
thankyou for this vid. Really made me go out and get one cuz i hate changing out sinks, especially in dirty apartments
Hello tizben,
You're welcome!
It will make a big difference for you as far as removing faucets. I am still a big basin wrench fan myself. Have had a Ridgid basin wrenches myself for years. I believe they did a modification on this tool as well. Haven't got the new version yet.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al
The one step wrench works well. I use it all the time. The plastic tool with the metal ends is useless. It does not fit in my handbag. The second time used the tool I broke one of the metal ends. Rigid cheaped out and used white forged metal. It is brittle and chips. I think they could have used a little more thought in designing this tool. Great vid. Thx
Hey Man;
You hit the nail on the head with that comment. It makes the job much easier and saves a lot of time. I was thinking of picking up a spray bomb of black paint to touch up the top section, but swayed away from it...Just part of the aging process.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy the weekend! Al
Great video, short and to the point
TTownPiper
Thanks for the kind words!
Greatly appreciated!
Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al
Hello VicMackeyful;
I am in favor of the basin wrench myself. Best tool in the box. I have used the plastic tool a few time s and it came in very handy.
Thanks very much for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
Hello readyset;
You are more then welcome!
I use it from time to time, but the basin wrench is usually the go to tool on most jobs. This does come in handy from time to time. Can never go wrong with an extra tool in the box.
Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al
You can also use it to install tub overflows on tubs works great good video
Hello Da_ Plumber,
Thanks for that!
Appreciated!
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
@chaotic719playa Yo;I really liked the to piece spanner, but the basin wrench is what I would call something to have in the toolbox for looks.It works on some tie down nuts,but it doesn't fit them all, but it comes in handy on only some basket strainers.Thanks for comments and stay in touch....Al
this is a great instructional,but we have a ridiculously designed vanity. I cant get any access to any of the lines with these narrow openings on both sides.
+RemoWilliams71
Thanks!
They can be difficult at times to get at. You may have to remove some of vanity. I have come across a few over the years that sound similar to your situation.
Thanks for commenting and best of luck with the project! Al
Thanks man. great tools.
Hello plumberbridgewater;
Ridgid make the best of tools as you know and are always coming out with something new.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
Thanks, I didn't know that about Crane faucets. Another use for my wrench!
Hello mrrhum;
You are more then welcome!
The wrench comes in handy on more then one job for sure. I am a huge rigid fan myself! They make great tools!
Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al
Great video. I only wish that I had seen it two weeks ago before I replaced a faucet for my parents.
Hello Bo,
Thank you!
Lots of new tools out there to make any job easier.
Always someone thinking about one!
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
If the wrench is a bit bigger than the bolt u can use tissue paper for a bit more snug fit
Hey Wayne;
Modern technology is amazing isn't it! I have come across that as well with different spanners over here. Maybe we have your spanners over here,. LOL...
They can put people on the moon, but can't get the simple things right.
Go figure.
Thanks for commenting Wayne and have a good weekend!
Al
Hey Hunter;
Just try and behave yourself for a change and that may happen! Just kidding.
There are some great tools out there and they do help to make the work easier and faster. Ridgid is at the top of the list for me when it comes to plumbing tools and quality is usually top notch.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
hi can u plz give me the model number of the ridgid wrench tool ,,,, i have the plastic tool already,,thanks
Hello Vinny;
The model number is 2002. It is called a Ridgid one stop wrench.
Hope this helps!
Thanks for commenting and have a great weekend! Al
THANKS BUDDY
You are more the welcome Vinny!
Have a great week! Al
Hi Al,
The spanners are fine its the fittings,they are made very very badly and not of uniform size so you are constantly adjusting spanners to turn the compression nuts.
Thanks for the info. Didn't know a few things. Get review
Hello bcgw04;
You are more then welcome!
Day wasted; day not learned.
Thanks for commenting and have a great weekend! Al
Hello John;
If you go to google and put in... Basin Wrench - RIDGID Professional Tools ...There you will find a list on the top left of the page and all three tools are listed there. I picked the wrenches up at Source Atlantic myself.
This should show you what you are looking for.
Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al
Can it be used for the EU standard?
Hello Viole,
Not exactly sure if will. It is a little loose on the nuts, but not certain if it would work on your dementions.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day! Al
Thanks for the answer!
I wish you health and success in your work!
Try channel locks and basin wrench it woeks really good too.
Some great tools out there.
The only problem over here in the U.K is very poor fittings e.g spanner fits nut, man turn nut, man go to re position spanner and spanner not fit nut.They can't even make a nut the same distance from face to face these days. :(
@higgout Hey higg;
I am a big fan of ridgid tools. They make great quality tools and are always coming out with new ideas such as these.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your day!!! Al
Well Done !
Hello FirstReviewer;
Rigid makes very good tools. I am a huge fan!
Thanks very much for the kind words and have a great week! Al
I want one Al. Santa might make it happen
The red basin tool is great if the nuts aren`t corroded and old.It only flex`s if you have to put alot of torque on the nut.You can`t beat the ole fashion basin wrench.
Hello 350toocute;
I couldn't agree more.
It works well on the plastic nuts as well, but can be a little light for the hard to crack brass.
The old basin wrench is definitely the go to tool.
Thanks for commenting and have a great day! Al
Forget it if the supply lines are curved.
Price Im parchez me
I didn’t know they had this basiin type of wrench I actually had this idea from some different kind of ratchet with a pice missing so over wire
Hello Chris,
They made this one, but I believe they have made some improvement to it. Giving it more torque is one. If you really have a tight hold down nut(crows feet); this may not be the one you want. A regular basin wrench would be the way to go in my books. There is a tool out with a ratchet on it and it works on the same principal as this one.
It is not made by Rigid.
Thanks for commenting enjoy your weekend! Al
Hello Oldkid888, I have been looking for this tool ( Plumbers first wrench ) as you call it. I've even tried to find on Ridged catalogue with no success. Could you send me info on it like catalog, or model number if you wouldn't mind. I'm in Canada and we don't get all Ridged tools out west here Thanks a bunch I'm like you never stray from the right tools.
Excellent
Hello Jim,
Thanks!
Hopefully it will help with any future projects!
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
good video...
kobalt at lowes makes a better faucet multi tool thats more comfortable to hold
By the way I own every hand tool that Rigid makes. They are the best out there! I pay attn to what Rigid is releasing. Not many of their tools are a wast
these tools are great but is so funny when ever you see people showing these they are working on the sink from the back and not against a wall which makes it harder to co from that angle
Hello Paul Robilotti,
You're are definitely correct with that statement. It is much more difficult once you get in tight quarters, so it takes a little more thought and patience to get the job done, but hey do work. I am still a big fan of the basin wrench as far as any under counter projects go.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
Both of these tools look too big, especially that orange wrench, looks plastic... I'll stick to my basin wrench and pliers. Good review though.
Bro I started losing my hair when I was 29 don’t cry about it 😂😂😂
Hello Cameron,
Really not concerned about it.
Dry sense of humor.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your week! Al
the read tool will save you time the wrench is meh
Hello William,
I agree with you on that. the read tool is handy. helps to remove the hold down nuts, but it is hard to beat a good basin wrench.
The spanner combination is ok like you say.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
29 and my hair is thinning might just shave it
Hello William,
Not concerned about it as a hat takes care of the problem. LOL!
Actually I keep it brush cut short. Works for me!
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your weekend! Al
I'm 21 and I have no hair!
Hello OfficialDudeDolan,
Not a lone there.
Have a few friends who have hair, but shave their heads regardless.
Thanks for commenting and enjoy your holidays! Al
Thanks for the intro to the new tools. There is nothing wrong with your hair.
Hello Sufz14;
You are more then welcome!
They are always coming out with something new.
Ridgid in my books are the best on the market!
Thanks for commenting and have a great week! Al