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expiredphoinix | Staff posted Dec 06, 2024 08:21 AM
expiredphoinix | Staff posted Dec 06, 2024 08:21 AM

GearWrench 1/4" Drive 72-Tooth Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet

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Amazon has GearWrench 1/4" Drive 72-Tooth Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet (81030) for $19.08. Shipping is free with Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal.

About this Item:
  • 72-tooth ratchet turns fasteners with a 5° swing arc
  • Multi-functional adaptor head converts between bit driver and 1/4" drive ratchet
  • Multi-Functional Head Design Converts Bit Driver to Ratchet with Insertion of 1/4" Dr. Ratchet Adapter. Converts from Ratchet to Bit Driver with Removal of 1/4" Dr. Ratchet Adapter.
  • 9 Position Locking Flex-Head for Maximum Access
  • Full Polish Chrome Handle
  • Slim Line Head Design – 0.73" Wide, 0.49" Thick for Excellent Access
  • ¼" Dr. Ratchet/ Bit Driver Head, Ratchet Adapter Meets or Exceeds all ASME Specifications
  • Flush Mounted Forward/Reverse Lever
  • Extra-Long Handle For Maximum Access

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Amazon has GearWrench 1/4" Drive 72-Tooth Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet (81030) for $19.08. Shipping is free with Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal.

About this Item:
  • 72-tooth ratchet turns fasteners with a 5° swing arc
  • Multi-functional adaptor head converts between bit driver and 1/4" drive ratchet
  • Multi-Functional Head Design Converts Bit Driver to Ratchet with Insertion of 1/4" Dr. Ratchet Adapter. Converts from Ratchet to Bit Driver with Removal of 1/4" Dr. Ratchet Adapter.
  • 9 Position Locking Flex-Head for Maximum Access
  • Full Polish Chrome Handle
  • Slim Line Head Design – 0.73" Wide, 0.49" Thick for Excellent Access
  • ¼" Dr. Ratchet/ Bit Driver Head, Ratchet Adapter Meets or Exceeds all ASME Specifications
  • Flush Mounted Forward/Reverse Lever
  • Extra-Long Handle For Maximum Access

Editor's Notes

Written by oceanlake | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • This price is $4.77 lower than a previous Frontpage Deal.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.
  • About this Store:

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Model: GEARWRENCH 1/4 in. Drive 72-Tooth Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet

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jeff34270
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The point of the long handle is to be able to reach farther into a tight space to access the fastener, not to increase the amount of torque you can use. This is an awesome tool for small fasteners in tight engine bays and under the dash, but only if used correctly.
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I bought this for $25 in September from Amazon. Regular price because I needed it. Yes it's a 20% discount, but it's just $5, and it's def not a 56% discount, and certainly not a "Slick deal." I feel like Amazon is beginning to mislead it's consumers in believing that products are on sale, or discounted more than they really are in order to increase sales. And it's starting to trickle down to Slickdeals - and the more false positive slickdeals you guys post on here, the less useful this site will become. For a moment I was convinced I paid $44 for this when I saw this post and got a little annoyed. Please do your research before posting.

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Dec 06, 2024 01:24 PM
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nsurgDec 06, 2024 01:24 PM
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Excellent deal, thanks for posting
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Tigerlui531Dec 06, 2024 02:46 PM
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The chance of using a 12" handle on a 1/4" is probably on the lower side, though I am not a mechanic.

Typical max torque limit on a 1/4" drive is 20ft/lb, so you would need 20lbs force to exceed the torque limit on the drive. Studies shown that a typical hand clap is between 20 - 40 lbs force.

That's why we see stubby 1/4" drive all the time, but not 3/8 or 1/2.
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Quote from Tigerlui531 :
The chance of using a 12" handle on a 1/4" is probably on the lower side, though I am not a mechanic.

Typical max torque limit on a 1/4" drive is 20ft/lb, so you would need 20lbs force to exceed the torque limit on the drive. Studies shown that a typical hand clap is between 20 - 40 lbs force.

That's why we see stubby 1/4" drive all the time, but not 3/8 or 1/2.
The point of the long handle is to be able to reach farther into a tight space to access the fastener, not to increase the amount of torque you can use. This is an awesome tool for small fasteners in tight engine bays and under the dash, but only if used correctly.
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SlickDitDec 06, 2024 03:05 PM
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Excellent price. I am strongly tempted to purchase another.

That said, Tigerlui531 is mostly correct. This has a very narrow use case, so to speak. IIRC 1/4 screwdriver bits without a retention ring on the back don't stay in very well, and most bits require downward force toward the fastener in order to stay seated. If you are using it solely as a ratchet for sockets, in most cases regarding depth issues and reach, a nano/low profile wrench/socket set like the Astro 78318/78319 would be better suited. Honestly I probably purchased this gearwrench previously to help me hold out for a decent deal on the Astros

One area it would probably be hard to beat in but I haven't tried would be the handling of an actual quarter inch nut or fastener laugh out loud

Still a nice tool in worth owning at this price in my opinion.
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Quote from SlickDit :
Excellent price. I am strongly tempted to purchase another.

That said, Tigerlui531 is mostly correct. This has a very narrow use case, so to speak. IIRC 1/4 screwdriver bits without a retention ring on the back don't stay in very well, and most bits require downward force toward the fastener in order to stay seated. If you are using it solely as a ratchet for sockets, in most cases regarding depth issues and reach, a nano/low profile wrench/socket set like the Astro 78318/78319 would be better suited. Honestly I probably purchased this gearwrench previously to help me hold out for a decent deal on the Astros

One area it would probably be hard to beat in but I haven't tried would be the handling of an actual quarter inch nut or fastener laugh out loud

Still a nice tool in worth owning at this price in my opinion.
Sorry for my dumb question but Is there a 'stubby' tall 1/2 inch drive version like this?
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jmxiDec 06, 2024 04:47 PM
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Very nice deal, I had ordered it a few days ago at $23. Thanks OP
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bob151Dec 06, 2024 04:48 PM
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Do they make an equivalent in 3/8, 72-tooth locking flex slim head ratchet?

My search hasn't come up with a result for 3/8.

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PowerfulGalley218Dec 06, 2024 05:03 PM
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Quote from bob151 :
Do they make an equivalent in 3/8, 72-tooth locking flex slim head ratchet? My search hasn't come up with a result for 3/8.
The closest you're probably going to get is the tear drop 90 tooth https://www.homedepot.com/p/GEARW...-n/a-_-n/a
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StinktoothDec 06, 2024 05:27 PM
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This is such a weird tool, but I like gearwrench so I bought one. The small drive and the price would make a good stocking stuffer.
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Thank op!
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teamgreen02Dec 06, 2024 06:11 PM
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Been in the market for one of these for awhile now. Have run across many applications in the automotive area where this is the only tool to get to the fastener.
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SilenceofAznsDec 06, 2024 07:28 PM
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Got this set for ~$35 at HD on Black Friday a few years ago. It's been my go to for household, furniture and bicycle use now. I also use it in the car when I need the flex head, but that's not often.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/GEARW.../311371049
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Looking to buy another gear wrench product. (Tap die). Are these a decent line of tools?
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WickedAwesomeRealtorDec 07, 2024 02:01 AM
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So broke but couldn't resist pulling the trigger at that price. I've been eager to try me some gear wrenches. Thanks OP 👍

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I bought this for $25 in September from Amazon. Regular price because I needed it. Yes it's a 20% discount, but it's just $5, and it's def not a 56% discount, and certainly not a "Slick deal." I feel like Amazon is beginning to mislead it's consumers in believing that products are on sale, or discounted more than they really are in order to increase sales. And it's starting to trickle down to Slickdeals - and the more false positive slickdeals you guys post on here, the less useful this site will become. For a moment I was convinced I paid $44 for this when I saw this post and got a little annoyed. Please do your research before posting.
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