Always love these hands-on vids that really show the true use/application of the tool not just an explanation in theory or just on one lug nut bolt.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

cardo Me too that’s why I try to make them like this. Thank you for watching!

Seems to me that the extended version is much more versatile unless we're regularly in very tight spaces where shorter length is better. But for an all around tool I like that extended version. Thanks!

@RobertBeedle

2 жыл бұрын

They are making an upgraded extended reach. Comes out this fall

@masterjack8222

Жыл бұрын

@@RobertBeedle IIRC its high speed but lower torque. Its an upgrade from the low profile high speed, but not from the extended reach which is "high torque".

Hi Brian. Mark here, been watching and enjoying your channel for some time. I just subscribed- mainly - because you come across as a real quality human-being and as such you should be supported. Good luck🙏

Nice to see someone reviewing these tools using them in real scenarios .

Because of Milwaukee I am broke! I need those long neck ratchets! Thank you!

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Xavier Gonzalez The good news is you can put those tools to work and make some money👍 you’ll have the long necks in no time.

@xaviergonzalez5145

4 жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive this Christmas time I will buy them! Thank you so much to answer Brian!

Nice to see you working on the S62 BMW!! Thanks for the awesome vid.

Nice applied view of each ratchet, thank you. Good job!

Love this review the best review of the product hands down. Well done mate.

I’m going to get both extended reach first then later get the two shorter ones all 4 of these are a must have if you work on cars from time to time

Just have the powerful 3/8 ratchet, i love it, but I totally see the reason i need the extended version too!

Always have great videos and helpful to me before I go buy one that I dont need. Keep up the good work!!

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Jason Herrera Jason we need all 4 Lol. Thank you for watching!

Simple, you need all of them! That's why I own all 4. I use them all about the same amount. But If I could only have one, it would be the extended 1/4" for sure. I Never saw the need for any of the 1/2 drive ratchets though.

GREAT VIDEO seems like i'm gonna have to get the long neck and the stubby

You can put a 3/8 anvil in the 1/4 head for higher access tool. Gotta grind height down a little on the 3/8 anvil for proper fit.

I got the short 3/8, gonna get the 1/4 long. Thank you!

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

You will love it 👍

I wish the 3/8" extended ratchet had the same size as thickness as the 1/4" extended version. The head is too thick it doesn't work in every application. Price is something to take into consideration the first two versions are way cheaper now compared to the new extended version. Milwaukee is the king of cordless tools it blows Snap-On away without breaking a sweat.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Mario S. The head is a little bulky but I don’t think it’s a dealbreaker. As far as price goes as much as I use it it pays for itself and actually makes me money. Milwaukee tools is definitely king of the hill. Thank you for watching!

@mr.nobody4900

3 жыл бұрын

@Budget Boost DIY - Or just but a FRS70A 3/8" Drive Ratchet Spinner.

@mr.nobody4900

3 жыл бұрын

@Budget Boost DIY - When is your video coming out?

I would like to have them all! It's great to have the right tool for the right job.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Ozzstar sounds like you’re reading from the Q card lol

That is real world test and very helpful.

Another great video! Thanks Brian!

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Evan Epp thank you for watching!

I actually have the 1/2 inch ratchet, it really is a lifesaver without the price of snap-on. Also, warranty is great!

@jonathangarzon2798

3 жыл бұрын

You are supposed to use an impact or manual ratchet to break off the bolts before you use it so what's the use of this?

Hey Brain, I appreciate your videos. It has really helped me in my tool collection !

Happy to have found your channel. Keep it up brotha!

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Citizen Park Glad you like the channel thank you for watching!!

Great review of the new extended reach high speed ones. Which one is your go-to ratchet these days?

If you could only buy one, which one and what size anvil would you pick? Wouldn’t the 1/4in allow it to get into more harder to reach locations that you couldn’t easily get to with an impact or normal ratchet?

Just for the fact that you made this video I instantly gave you a thumbs up and I’m leaving this comment just to say thanks… I’m gonna watch it now lol

I have the 1/4” extended reach and love it. Will consider the 3/8” extended later.

@HowtoAutomotive

Жыл бұрын

The new high-speed extended reach rashes are coming out in the next month or so. Maybe worth waiting for

@bigmike2149

Жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive nice! Thanks for the heads up. I will hold off till then. Appreciate the tip!

Hey Brian great video!!!!!

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Daniel Jim thank you!

Must be difficult to show so many angles with those tools. I appreciate the work and the support you give to the automotive repair industry. You're my favorite influencer. Rock on. Also what's your take on the stigma that mechanics/technicians/shops rip off everyone?

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

steven beltran thank you for the nice words! Glad do you like the content👍 I think there’s a few bad apples how to make me a bad name for the whole industry. And we as a industry have not done a good job of holding them responsible.

Always buy the latest ones!

thanks for sharing

Was there ever a time that you couldn't fit the 3/8 because it was too big so you had to use the 1/4?

Have the short 3/8 version already, will prob get the extended 1/4 version then go from there...

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Chris von Essen Sounds like a good plan.

Just got my 1/4 extended Milwaukee ratchet, really useful tool 👍🏽

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Juan Heredia I think that was my favorite out of all four of them. Thank you for watching!

Was hoping to see the extended reach doing the caliper bolt. Does the extended reach still fit within the wheel well with clearance to break the bolts free manually?

One problem tools can drop into oil or water hard to clean ,that why I won't use on automatic transmission oil pan .

it comes down to the work your doing, i work on boats and personal water craft, so space is limited, i use the shorties.

@HowtoAutomotive

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you. Thank you for watching!

That means I will have to get both for the win👍

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Pao Xiong 😂

I would really Like it if they would make some 1/2 Long Rech Ratchets Because i use my 1/2 tools more than my 3/8 tools

Milwaukee should offer a service where you can send the tool in to get that plastic body refurbished!

Thank you!

@HowtoAutomotive

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Extended M12 Fuel Ratchet or Original M12 Fuel Ratchet with go go gadget arms?

All you need is the original with swivel sockets and extensions

I have been thinking about picking up the extended 1/4 I have the 3/8 standard fuel

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

eddy Rodriguez The quarter inch extended reach is the one I use the most.

@eddyrodriguez2110

4 жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive I started off with the 3/8 brushed and upgraded to the fuel 3/8 but never got around to getting a 1/4,I usually just use a 3/8 to 1/4 adaptor.

I’m about to pull the trigger on the 1/4” extended reach. I just have to sell my snap on 1/4” first I already bought the 3/8” standard length and I think I’ll hold off on the 3/8 extended for now

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Foodskewed919 sucks the snap on didn’t work out but the Milwaukee one is a great tool👍

@maxpayne98383

4 жыл бұрын

Noo dude the snap on ratchets are wayy better. Alot more compact, only down side is warranty

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Jim Beam I know a lot of people I disagree with you. Including myself

@maxpayne98383

4 жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive each to there own, I will say Milwaukee blow them out the water with everything else but love my cordless ratchets

@foodskewed9197

4 жыл бұрын

It’s not that the snap on didn’t work out.... I’ve had it a couple years now. I just invested in some of the Milwaukee 12v line up and I don’t like having multiple chargers on top of my tool box. It looks messy. And you can’t beat the Milwaukee warranty

Thanks

@HowtoAutomotive

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

I need the extended ones.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Nune Campos if you’re ready there’s links for them in the description or if you wanna see them in person Home Depot has them.

Can you please do a video comparing the fuel and the non fuel ratchets? I’m new to electric tools and there seems to be a lot of deals going on with the non fuel ratchets. Should I ignore them and go straight to the fuel ones? Thank you.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

dragger168 There’s deals because they’re old stock and they’re trying to clear them out. But in the end the fuel is that what you really want one.

@blondeguy08

Жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive depends on what your going to use it for. A good enough deal for the old one might fit the hobbyist just fine.

Im considering buying the 3/8 ratchet but wondering if using it to manually break a nut or bolt, then zip it. Would break the ratchet at some point? If not going past it's breaking point

@HowtoAutomotive

2 жыл бұрын

I use it everyday at for the last 4 years and it holding up strong.

What sockets do you recommend to use with any of these ratchets? The chrome ones or the Black impact wrench ones?

@amthevision8931

2 жыл бұрын

These will work with the chrome sockets as they don’t impact very hard

Perfect real world comparison

@HowtoAutomotive

Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it. Thank you for watching!

Having to use separate wrenches for torque and for speed is unfortunate

Here’s the thing. There was no case in which the extended version couldn’t do the job; however, there were a few occasions where the regular version couldn’t.

@MrSupernova111

2 жыл бұрын

I think there will be places where the extended version doesn't fit due to length but, to your point, unless that's a trade specific issue I think the extended version is much more versatile.

Thanks, it helped a lot to decide it but to get it to the NL u need to pay fees. Very expensive.

Pretend you're me for a moment and you can only buy one. Which one is it going to be? In regard to 1/4" vs 3/8", is it better to to adapter up or down? Thanx

@VikingExpeditions

4 жыл бұрын

I am a shade tree mechanic so take my opinion for what it is worth. I just went through this evaluation and like you can't buy multiple ratchets at this time. I decided on the 3/8 regular length Fuel model. Today I was doing a break job on a boat trailer and the tool did a great job on removing the break caliper bolts. Plus I used the tool to remove my lug nuts, had to use a 13/16 socket that only came in a 1/2 inch shaft size so I used an adapter that was 3/8 Female and 1/2 male to do the job. I am not aware of an adapter that you can do the same with a 1/4 head. Before I bought my cordless ratchet I used my 3/8 ratchet set a lot more than my 1/4 so I figured the same would be the case with the cordless ratchet. Good luck in making your decision!

how much stress are you able to put on the ratchet by hand before it breaks

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve put my full weight on it breaking fasteners free and I’ve been using them for a couple years now with none of the ratchets breaking so far 👍

Can we use the extended 1/4 inch on normal socket or does it have to be impact sockets .?

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Lucky Charms it doesn’t matter which socket you use on the ratchet only on the impact tools

@luckycharms1254

4 жыл бұрын

How to Automotive thanks for the reply I like your videos helps me a lot. Keep up the good work.

How do these compare to matcos versions?

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

jesus trevizo never used the Matco version so I can’t say

Came to decide which length to get. Both. I cant afford these videos any more.

How about 1/2 ? Which one is the strong power?

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

rashed alzahrani I don’t have the 1/2 ratchets. I didn’t see the need for them working on small trucks and cars. They don’t have any additional torque so for me it would just sit in the toolbox and not get used.

does anyone know the part code from the 1/2 gear?

@HowtoAutomotive

Жыл бұрын

I’m pretty sure they’re discontinuing the half-inch ratchet

Great demobvideo

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Manuel Lamas thank you! Which one do you like?

@manuellamas4747

4 жыл бұрын

How to Automotive I actually own the old and the new ones. Even the long ones I own.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Manuel Lamas nice.Do you have a favorite?

@manuellamas4747

4 жыл бұрын

How to Automotive yeah the long reach I use a lot more.

just looking at the handles i bet hes gonna say hes just fine using the 3/8 extendo in most situations

@marinezombie9271

4 жыл бұрын

turns out not really

Do you find yourself using the 1/4” or 3/8” drive extended reach ratchet more often?

@HowtoAutomotive

Жыл бұрын

1/4 for sure. They are coming out with new 3/8 and 1/4 High Speed Ratchets and the head is smaller.

@nathanield.4527

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian! Looking forward to the 1/4” model.

@blondeguy08

Жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive any update one the new versions?

Application application application... hmmm which verison to use for my application..

is it save to use 1/4 long neck racht as regular ratchet too ?

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Andy cao yes but it’s more natural with the extended reach

@Hibachipower

4 жыл бұрын

which one you recommend me to buy 1/4 or 3/8 ? haha....

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Andy cao if you’re doing heavy duty stuff 3/8 if it’s super light duty 1/4. Also get the one that you have the most sockets for.

@Hibachipower

4 жыл бұрын

really looking for one but not sure which one is more useful ....

@Hibachipower

4 жыл бұрын

I like the 1/4 it has small head can reach to small place ......but also like 3/8 strong ,break 15mm bolt as regular ratchet...

Which? Witch?

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

I see it. Thank you 👍

High torque head too big, head small low torque ? I have both,but some jobs I still like my air

Which one would you reccomend if you can only have one? I'm leaning towards the 3/8 extended.

@gepwxaqdfsidsesg1548

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately they don't do a kit. You have to buy the bare tool, charger and battery separately. With the standard one you can save a few ££ by buying a kit.

See the new Insider long reach. It has 60 ft lbs of power.

In other words, BUY ALL 4 of them

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

Can’t go wrong with all 4

Rounded off every single fastener. Wow

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

No fasteners were harmed in the making of this video

5:14 USE RIGHT EXTENSION U DONT BUY AN EXTRA TOOL JUST BECAUSE U WANT TO USE SAME EXTENSION.

Are you suggesting that we only need 1? I thought you needed them all.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

I’m not suggesting that at all. I think all four of them have their place. I just get questions on if you could only afford one which one would you bye so I tried to help them decide that.

BIG Thumbs up telling everyone you break the tight bolts by hand then add the 55ft-lbs torque... MOST YT videos I see using the Battery Ratchets they use it like an Impact and complain about the Breaking Power... I would HIT them with a Rubber mallet and Run them out of my shop and tell them to go grow flowers or something !!!

I have the original length fuel 3/8’s ratchet. And honestly I don’t like it that much. It works great, but the way it feels in your hand is just downright awkward. The head of it is so heavy it’s not balanced well and the thickness of the whole tool makes it hard to hold onto and I don’t like the paddle trigger. Personally the snap on ratchets are superior in every way other than performance and price.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Reckless entertainment tools are a preference thing and it comes down to how it feels to you. The Snap on my be the better tool for you. For me I like the feel of the Milwaukee Tools. That’s why I’m glad we have options. Thank you for watching!

@WrecklessEnterainment

4 жыл бұрын

How to Automotive I suppose it all depends on the person lol I don’t own a snap on ratchet though because of the $$$ and the fact I already have m12 tools. I love Milwaukee tools but I’m not a fan of the ratchets they make.

TL;DR buy em all

Not short and small enough to fit

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Alan W What are you using it for?

@alanw5812

4 жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive workshop ,air tool small to fit like timing cover bolts,may be just the top bolts can.

@alanw5812

4 жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive and I think not good to use oil area.

Bottom line you need both if you're a mechanic 🙊🙊🙊

Which ratchet do u need? Short answer all of them hahaha

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Luigi Gonzalez I mean you got to try them all out at least. Lol

💚💯

i thought you werent supposed to use power tools when replacing spark plugs..

Application…😂

Dude has a 20,000 dollar toolbox smh