M12 FUEL 12V Brushless 3/8" High Speed Ratchet Tool Only at Home Depot $110.6

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08/01/24	Home Depot	$104 popular	46
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DanFlashes

Sep 6, 2023

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Quote from Dixon8812

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My thoughts process is that if you are using it pretty regular, then always go fuel (brushless, and generally more power, longer lasting). If you are just a typical homeowner/diy fixer then it's not a huge deal, but I still would always go for the fuel model if it's competitive pricing. Just my 2 cents.

That's generally good advice, but many people find this tool to be the exception. The FUEL version has a beefier head around the ratchet, which of course is going to get in the way in tight spaces where this tool is used.

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WildRigger47

Sep 6, 2023

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Quote from DavidK6

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When I remove the batteries from my cart, the rachet goes back to $199.00. Is it suppose to stay at $110? If I purchase and return at the store, will the rachet stay at $110 or go back up to $199. Thanks for your help. Never tried these hacks before.

It's probably best understood by looking at the particular way the tool and the batteries/charger are priced as individual items on your online checkout page, rather than a discounted price all together on the total.
When each is discounted separately/individually on the checkout page or receipt, then that means you can return either one, yet still receive the remaining item for the specific (discounted) price as listed on that receipt, order form, or checkout page.
If the batteries/charger/tool were not individually itemized/priced, then the 'return hack' after returning one item isn't possible.

Quote from gzhen

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Is this tool mainly for mechanics? I'm a homeowner and I have a normal steel ratchet set.

Seriously, if you didn't realize your needs for this particular item already, then you'd very likely have little to no need for it.

Last edited by WildRigger47 September 6, 2023 at 12:18 PM.

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UniqueAlpaca719

Sep 6, 2023

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Quote from jjwood1911

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I just got the non fuel version with the installation tool bundle. Came out to like $83. Any reason to hack this and return the other (YouTube mechanic and diy'er)? I see they're both 35 ft/lbs torque but this has a higher rpm. Looks this this *might have a tiny longer reach from the pics.

Get the fuel version with its much faster speed. Although the smaller non fuel version and heckofalot slower is decent, you will be using these items in contorted postures anyways and would want to complete the task as fast as possible. For that speed > size. Get the fuel.

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vwtoys

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This may be useful for a mechanic with access limitations on a tight spot. It eases the removal/installation of nuts and bolts. If you wrench on cars, it may be valuable.

psyctto

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Quote from jjwood1911

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I just got the non fuel version with the installation tool bundle. Came out to like $83. Any reason to hack this and return the other (YouTube mechanic and diy'er)? I see they're both 35 ft/lbs torque but this has a higher rpm. Looks this this *might have a tiny longer reach from the pics.

nope, size is more important here... being this thing is already chunkier than a standard manual ratchet or even an air ratchet. unless you're wrenching for a living, the "increase" in speed isn't going to save you much of anything... but that once it's too big to fit into a tight space will nod

the FUEL version is not the one to get here, which isn't the case for any of their other tools.

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YankeeExile

Sep 6, 2023

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Quote from vwtoys

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This may be useful for a mechanic with access limitations on a tight spot. It eases the removal/installation of nuts and bolts. If you wrench on cars, it may be valuable.

Anywhere there is a bolt in a tight space. I last used it on my table saw to swap blades.

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UniqueHarrier927

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Quote from bugsy714

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Yeah, I'm wondering what the youth case for one of these is?

Now given I've been in many tight situation and had to do some pain in the ass maneuvering with a ratchet, so please sell me on this. I'm a soft cell.

It's great for automotive or small engine repair jobs. Here's the project farm comparison with comparable brands: https://youtu.be/v36w14JQouc?si=W8PEduQ7-GbS_iCd

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stasis

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Quote from bugsy714

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Yeah, I'm wondering what the youth case for one of these is?

Now given I've been in many tight situation and had to do some pain in the ass maneuvering with a ratchet, so please sell me on this. I'm a soft cell.

Mostly auto - getting into fasteners in between the engine and radiator, screws under the bumper, nuts/bolts under the dash, etc.
I wish I had this when I disassembled a whole car.

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Potatocodone

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Well, my usual method of canceling partial orders through Home Depot live chat didn't work. The rep wanted me to return the whole BOGO deal or do a partial refund in which the ratchet becomes $199.99.

I guess it's back to doing the return in-person.

Last edited by Potatocodone September 6, 2023 at 09:08 PM.

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SkillfulJoke4050

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Quote from bugsy714

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Yeah, I'm wondering what the youth case for one of these is?

Now given I've been in many tight situation and had to do some pain in the ass maneuvering with a ratchet, so please sell me on this. I'm a soft cell.

One of the best uses for it is when you have a lot of bolts to remove. Say you're dropping a transmission pan which is going to have around 13 bolts & most won't have a drain plug on them. Pressing a button after breaking them open is going to save your wrist & a lot of time.

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FrothyBits

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If we add 60 bucks you get a m12 fuel surge 1/4 inch impact, the 🪫 and a charger. This one is not fuel but it's thinner and head has longer reaching meaning you won't need to buy two.
Your friend has shared a link to a Home Depot product they think you would be interested in seeing.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwa.../312749006

Last edited by FrothyBits September 6, 2023 at 08:54 PM.

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Dre325

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Quote from DanFlashes

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That's generally good advice, but many people find this tool to be the exception. The FUEL version has a beefier head around the ratchet, which of course is going to get in the way in tight spaces where this tool is used.

Can you explain specifically what you mean when you say beefier head? Both tools have a head thickness of 0.75" on the product page pictures. Are you talking about a different dimension? I saw older versions that were thicker, but they appear to be the same now. I have looked at these side by side in store and to me it looks like the fuel with 450 rpm vs the 250rpm non fuel is the better buy.

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Zer0Kool7

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As a full-time atv and small engine mechanic, I use my m12 non fuel 3/8" ratchet daily. I've used both and prefer the non fuel version for the head size that will fit into tighter locations. I've used mine for years, and it's still going strong. I take the ratchet head apart and clean and lube twice a year, just like I do on my manual ratchets. If mine were to break tomorrow, I would buy another non fuel 3/8 in a heartbeat to replace it. Break bolt free, like a regular ratchet would, and then pull trigger to thread out the rest of the bolt. Granted, I'm doing much smaller mechanic work. I can't vouch for vehicles, but for atvs, it is my one tool I'll never go without ever again. The Non-fuel version lasts a really long time on batteries. Swap out batteries and keep going. I've been beating on mine for years now, 10 hour days, 6 days a week.

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AmusedNest2564

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Quote from Dre325

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Can you explain specifically what you mean when you say beefier head? Both tools have a head thickness of 0.75" on the product page pictures. Are you talking about a different dimension? I saw older versions that were thicker, but they appear to be the same now. I have looked at these side by side in store and to me it looks like the fuel with 450 rpm vs the 250rpm non fuel is the better buy.

You would be correct. It seems like there is a small misconception with the difference in models. The M12 fuel (non high speed) does in fact have a larger head. It is a very noticeable difference which is why people would prefer the non fuel version over the regular fuel ratchet.

However, the M12 Fuel High Speed actually has the same head size as the non fuel ratchet, in fact it actually has a slightly longer profile. Here is a video comparison:

https://youtube.com/shorts/b6t12d...Y42pMEeFFu

The high speed is definitely the one to get, but they're all good ratchets. Can't go wrong, but these tools are considered nut runners. Break it lose manually and spin it off quickly. I think the bit of extra money is worth it.

Last edited by AmusedNest2564 September 8, 2023 at 01:26 AM.

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csl4424

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Quote from bugsy714

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Yeah, I'm wondering what the youth case for one of these is?

Now given I've been in many tight situation and had to do some pain in the ass maneuvering with a ratchet, so please sell me on this. I'm a soft cell.

IMO - save your $110 as it is not worth it unless you are wrenching all day every day and trying to save your wrist/arm from movement (?). I don't get the tight situation advantage considering you can use an extension, but I suppose there are some cases where that may be valuable, but I do not encounter them. And yes, I own this, it is more of a hassle to get it out of the tool box and getting a battery in vs just using a normal ratchet. Plus, it is stupid bulky. Almost comical bulky. Mine barely gets used.

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