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DEWALT 226-Pc. ToughSystem Mechanics Tools (DWMT45226)

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CPO Outlets via eBay has DEWALT 226-Pc. ToughSystem Mechanics Tools (DWMT45226) on sale for $66.63. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Hillsotex for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Ratchets: 1/4 in., 3/8 in., and 1/2 in. Drive Ratchet Handle
  • Comprehensive 1/4 in., 3/8 in., and 1/2 in. drive assortment in 3 easily removeable trays
  • Includes three 72-tooth-count ratchets that allow for a 5° arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
  • Full polish chrome for corrosion resistance
  • Knurled beauty rings help reduce slippage for hand-tightening applications
  • Hard stamped markings on sockets and wrenches for clear identification

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Update: This very popular deal is still available.

CPO Outlets via eBay has DEWALT 226-Pc. ToughSystem Mechanics Tools (DWMT45226) on sale for $66.63. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Hillsotex for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Ratchets: 1/4 in., 3/8 in., and 1/2 in. Drive Ratchet Handle
  • Comprehensive 1/4 in., 3/8 in., and 1/2 in. drive assortment in 3 easily removeable trays
  • Includes three 72-tooth-count ratchets that allow for a 5° arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
  • Full polish chrome for corrosion resistance
  • Knurled beauty rings help reduce slippage for hand-tightening applications
  • Hard stamped markings on sockets and wrenches for clear identification

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • While supplies last.
  • About this product:
    • Lifetime Warranty
  • About this store:
    • Seller CPO Outlets eBay has a 99.1% Positive feedback rating w/ over 2.1 million items sold
    • You can view eBay's Return Policy here.
  • Additional Note:
    • Please refer to the Forum Thread for additional discussion regarding this deal.

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JD713
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This tool set doesn't come with the case. It come with case, if you buy this model "DeWalt DWMT45226H 226 pc. Mechanics Tool Set w/ ToughSystem Large Case". The model "DeWalt DWMT45226H" look like it's using case "DEWALT TOUGHSYSTEM 2.0 Tool Box DS300 Large". That case is normally price about $85. I found the best price sale right now around $60 without shipping cost, but you could pickup for free near by store.

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Here is more specification about this tool set:

FEATURES:
• Comprehensive 1/4 in., 3/8 in., and 1/2 in. drive assortment in 3 easily removeable
trays
• Includes three 72-tooth-count ratchets that allow for a 5° arc swing for
maneuverability in restricted areas
• Full polish chrome for corrosion resistance
• Knurled beauty rings help reduce slippage for hand-tightening applications
• Hard stamped markings on sockets and wrenches for clear identification
• ToughSystem integration with durable metal latches and removeable tray

Includes:
• Ratchets: 1/4 in., 3/8 in., and 1/2 in. Drive Ratchet Handle
• 1/4 in. Drive 6 pt. Sockets: (SAE) – 5/32 in., 3/16 in., 7/32
in., 1/4 in., 9/32 in., 5/16 in.,11/32 in., 3/8 in., 7/16 in., 1/2 in (MM) – 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm
• 1/4 in. Drive 6 pt. Deep Sockets: (SAE)– 3/16 in., 7/32 in., 1/4 in., 9/32 in., 5/16 in., 11/32 in., 3/8 in.,7/16 in., 1/2 in. (MM) – 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm
• 3/8 in. Drive 6 pt. Sockets: (SAE) – 1/4 in., 5/16 in., 3/8 in.,
7/16 in., 1/2 in., 9/16 in., 5/8 in., 11/16 in., 3/4 in., 13/16 in.,
7/8in. (MM) – 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 17mm, 18mm, 19mm, 21mm
• 3/8 in. Drive 6 pt. Deep Sockets: (SAE) – 1/4 in., 5/16 in.,
3/8 in., 7/16 in., 1/2 in., 9/16 in., 5/8 in., 11/16 in., 3/4 in.,
13/16 in., 7/8 in. (MM) – 13mm, 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 17mm, 18mm, 19mm, 21mm
• 1/2 in. Drive 6 pt. Sockets: (SAE) – 7/16 in., 1/2 in., 9/16 in.,
5/8 in., 11/16 in., 3/4 in., 13/16 in., 7/8 in., 15/16 in., 1 in.
(MM) – 13mm, 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 17mm, 18mm, 19mm, 21mm, 22mm, 24mm
• 1/2 in. Drive 6 pt. Deep Sockets: (SAE) – 7/16 in., 1/2 in., 9/16 in., 5/8 in., 11/16 in., 3/4 in., 13/16 in., 7/8 in., 15/16 in., 1 in (MM) – 13mm, 14mm,15mm, 16mm, 17mm, 18mm, 19mm, 21mm, 22mm, 24mm
• Combination Wrenches: (SAE) – 1/4 in., 5/16 in., 3/8 in., 1/2 in. (MM) – 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm
• Accessories/Specialty Items: 1/4 in. Dr. Extention Bar 6 in.,
3/8 in. Dr. Extension Bar 6 in., 1/2 in. Dr. Extension Bar 5 in.,
3/8 in. Dr. Universal Joint, 1/2 in. Dr. Universal Joint,
3/8 in. Dr. Spark Plug Socket 5/8 in., 3/8 in. Dr Adapter,
14 pc. L-Hex Key (SAE), 14 pc. L-Hex Key (MM)
• Specialty Bits Screwdriver:
(55) Specialty Bits (1) Bit Screwdriver
JakeSpeedDemon
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smae price on amazon where it's normally $80

https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-Mec...C93&sr=8-1
sound227
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Ordered two sets from Amazon and both boxes arrived ripped, beat up and bulging in the centers. Opened them up and there were sockets and broken tray fragments all over the place. 5 out of 6 trays were broken and I was missing two sockets in one set and 4 sockets and an extension in the other. I would make one good set and return the other, but they trays are unusable.

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Nov 27, 2023 04:25 AM
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bobthenormalNov 27, 2023 04:25 AM
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Quote from Applesniper :
Socket wise this set is a little less than the 192

here is the difference I saw
1/4 deep sockets This set skips 5/32 while 192 set skips 7/32
3/8 deep sockets This set skips 10 11 12 (There is 10 11 12 in 1/4 deep sockset anyway so no real skip in size there)

3 extension instead of 9. (those is not enough for spark plug changes, I could recommend buying the extension set from HF for $10 if you going to work on spark plug change)

No increase or decrease socket size vs 192 set having 3 (I actually a bit annoyed that the 192 set doesn't have a 3/8 to 1/2 increase socket, I was going to grab an increase/decrease set from HF for $5 anyway because of the missing size change)

No Hex or Torx bit set. there is a Trox socket set for $14 (https://a.co/d/htvp2vO). The Hex socket set doesn't have any good deals so far. if you don't need it immediately then you can wait for the LEXIVON hex socket set on sale (https://a.co/d/c7pSrIC)

No 1/4 Universal Joint. (i rarely use 1/4 universal joint)

1 spark plug vs 3 spark plug. the 5/8 sparkplug is enough for most car changes.

then it is down to where are you going to keep your set in the tool chest/cart or not.

if you going to put it into a tool chest/cart then this set is perfect since it comes with trays. if not maybe 192 is a better storage option for you. but does it justify the $70 dollar difference?

I am going to return my 192 to HD and switch to this since this set can fit perfectly in my tool chest. instead of laying around my tool chest.
IDK if I misread this but you don't seem to mention that the 192 kit socket sizes stop at 7/8 and 21mm while this kit has 2 more socket sizes above those, a total of 6 more LARGE sockets which are the most expensive to buy later if you need them... that's a significant difference from most kits. It's nice to have those 15/16", 1", 22mm, 24mm sockets sometimes, especially since they come with deep socket versions too (23mm would be nice, it does crop up and no SAE sizes approximate it).

I didn't look close at the other differences listed, but one of the most major positive points I noticed about this kit are those large sockets, so I am just pointing that out so no one misses it.



Edit: Nevermind this
Last edited by bobthenormal November 26, 2023 at 08:59 PM.
Nov 27, 2023 04:26 AM
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Bigsleep62Nov 27, 2023 04:26 AM
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Quote from bobthenormal :
Dang, I love PF but that review method was weak. Look at the price differences in the kits - literally >2x the price from the cheapest to the most expensive but he never really factored that in. And the performance differences were pretty mild, talking all within 5-10% of each other.

I wish he had done a test with the sockets to see how much force they could take before rounding or breaking, if that happened before the socket breaking - and even more importantly what their tolerances are since that is usually the one thing, other than ratchet performance, that is a concern. It sucks when the socket tolerances are not good, can end up rounding a bolt with low force, as in the wrench testing. The only tolerance test was those wrenches, but his Dewalt kit didn't have any to test.

Of course if money isn't a big deal or you are planning to use them a lot, I honestly agree with him that paying 2-3x the price for a set that includes all the inbetween sizes and is high quality is worth it.. but when money IS a factor it's hard to recommend paying twice as much for a bunch of less common sizes that you may never need. And in that comparison, among the "reasonably prices" kits the Dewalt had a better selection of sizes too.


While I'm replying might as well address someone else saying to the original kit came with the 1.0 version of the toughbox, the versions seem to be mostly superficial and they're compatible with each other so it doesn't matter. If you can find a good deal on the 1.0 or the 2.0 box for these then more power to you, but for right now it's about $130 to assemble the tools and box.
I agree. Big PF fan but how do you write a review for full mechanic kits and only test wrenches and ratchets?
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Nov 27, 2023 04:31 AM
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ApplesniperNov 27, 2023 04:31 AM
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Quote from bobthenormal :
IDK if I misread this but you don't seem to mention that the 192 kit socket sizes stop at 7/8 and 21mm while this kit has 2 more socket sizes above those, a total of 6 more LARGE sockets which are the most expensive to buy later if you need them... that's a significant difference from most kits. It's nice to have those 15/16", 1", 22mm, 24mm sockets sometimes, especially since they come with deep socket versions too (23mm would be nice, it does crop up and no SAE sizes approximate it).

I didn't look close at the other differences listed, but one of the most major positive points I noticed about this kit are those large sockets, so I am just pointing that out so no one misses it.
not sure where you got the idea the 192 set missing those large sizes. the DWMT75049 192 pc Mechanics Tools Set has those large sockets you mention.

when I compare i actually compare every single size in their listing and make sure i don't miss any, that is how i caught both sets skipped a different socket size in 1/4 deep socket

complete the list in the following link and I am 100% sure it has 24mm because I just used it another day. it is late and I am too lazy to go to my garage to look into the case again for others.

https://www.dewalt.com/product/dw...-tools-set

PS. I see how you misread, you only read the 3/8 sockets up to 7/8 and 21mm. but didn't read the 1/2 socket sizes for the 192 set.
Last edited by Applesniper November 26, 2023 at 08:37 PM.
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Nov 27, 2023 04:56 AM
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bobthenormalNov 27, 2023 04:56 AM
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Quote from Applesniper :
not sure where you got the idea the 192 set missing those large sizes. the DWMT75049 192 pc Mechanics Tools Set has those large sockets you mention.

when I compare i actually compare every single size in their listing and make sure i don't miss any, that is how i caught both sets skipped a different socket size in 1/4 deep socket

complete the list in the following link and I am 100% sure it has 24mm because I just used it another day. it is late and I am too lazy to go to my garage to look into the case again for others.

https://www.dewalt.com/product/dw...-tools-set [dewalt.com]

PS. I see how you misread, you only read the 3/8 sockets up to 7/8 and 21mm. but didn't read the 1/2 socket sizes for the 192 set.
Not even that - I didn't read the dewalt or Acme sites, I read the amazon one the other guy linked (https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DWM...01BHJE0J4/) and they seem to just have bad info in that product description (amazon description having bad info? shocking, I know, lol). Editing my post b/c I think you're probably right.
Nov 27, 2023 01:26 PM
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rbsternNov 27, 2023 01:26 PM
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Quote from Bigsleep62 :
I agree. Big PF fan but how do you write a review for full mechanic kits and only test wrenches and ratchets?
Yep. Testing the socket quality could have been as objectively done as his wrench method. Big breaker bar and non-ratcheting socket head to test rounding and failure load torque. When he's he tested similar items in previous videos, he's focused a lot of effort on ratchet swing arc. Important, but not everything about a mechanics set.
Nov 27, 2023 01:37 PM
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Buckeyefan 1Nov 27, 2023 01:37 PM
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Awesome set and price. Just keep in mind each tray is about 7 inches thick, as the deep well sockets are sorted vertically. If you are placing these in a tool chest, you'll need the deeper drawers. This set does not make a good portable mechanics set because of the size and weight of the optional storage box. DeWalt had a ton of warranty claims on broken handles because people were trying to carry the set around instead of using the dolly cart it was intended for. Thus the reason for this deal without the box.
Nov 27, 2023 01:58 PM
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Falln2piecesNov 27, 2023 01:58 PM
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Lol
This thread has been... Entertaining. Seeing what I assume is grown men arguing about who's tools are shinier. My favorite is those that assume everyone has 6+ cars or are all professional mechanics. I have 1 car. This till set is perfect. It's also $66.75 on Amazon as of right now. As in this second. Not in an hour when one is you is going to argue that the price is different.

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Nov 27, 2023 02:11 PM
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CleverPollution9055Nov 27, 2023 02:11 PM
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Quote from Buckeyefan 1 :
Awesome set and price. Just keep in mind each tray is about 7 inches thick, as the deep well sockets are sorted vertically. If you are placing these in a tool chest, you'll need the deeper drawers. This set does not make a good portable mechanics set because of the size and weight of the optional storage box. DeWalt had a ton of warranty claims on broken handles because people were trying to carry the set around instead of using the dolly cart it was intended for. Thus the reason for this deal without the box.
7" thick? That doesn't make sense when the box that the 3 trays originally came in is 12.7" in height .
Nov 27, 2023 02:29 PM
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YurikuNov 27, 2023 02:29 PM
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To make it more interesting if you go to CPO Outlets page there is a review from a guy who got a box but no tools... so who knows...
Nov 27, 2023 02:46 PM
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jeremylh56Nov 27, 2023 02:46 PM
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Get this and the TOUGHSYSTEM 1.0 box separately, still cheaper than HD version with box.
Nov 27, 2023 03:08 PM
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roosterk506Nov 27, 2023 03:08 PM
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The set I ordered from ebay is out for delivery today. I'll report back if it's in a box or not!
Nov 27, 2023 03:35 PM
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BlueJoke42Nov 27, 2023 03:35 PM
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Quote from roosterk506 :
The set I ordered from ebay is out for delivery today. I'll report back if it's in a box or not!
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Nov 27, 2023 04:21 PM
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BradFangNov 27, 2023 04:21 PM
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Quote from Bigsleep62 :
I agree. Big PF fan but how do you write a review for full mechanic kits and only test wrenches and ratchets?
He definitely could have done more tests on sockets, etc. If you look at the results like on the adapter break test though, the DeWalt is within about 5% of the other brands except maybe gear wrench and even then within about 10% or so (and GW tools are priced accordingly). I think you can interpret this to mean most of these common brand hand tools are serviceable, don't try to use small ratchets as breaker bars, and that DeWalt hand tools are a decent, non-premium brand (maybe power tools are a cut above but not these). Still a great deal for a pretty complete set. If you're super into tool brand names/status over actual quality that is another bonus on top of the great price.
Last edited by BradFang November 27, 2023 at 08:28 AM.
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Nov 27, 2023 05:02 PM
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avilasxfiveNov 27, 2023 05:02 PM
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saw this review on various tool sets, not exact set but is a Dewalt set.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i...rojectFarm

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Nov 27, 2023 05:25 PM
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The set I ordered from ebay is out for delivery today. I'll report back if it's in a box or not!
I ordered one set from ebay and one set from Amazon both arrived via UPS and both sets are all the pieces in the nice trays but no box came for either set
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