Have you tried removing the cover, spraying some cleaner on there to get rid of the old lube and any dirt, then using sae 30 or heavier lube? Some ratchets, like the matco 88 don't like heavy lubes, but most do and really smooth out
I have the non flex. Excellent tool. But the handle isn't as stiff as I'd prefer.
Flex head is a must for me.
True. That is where warranty comes into play.
Smoothness is a bit overrated, what you really want is minimal slop. Thankfully, there are many good ratchets out there now. The ICONS are good, Capri is good, Gearwrench 90s are EXCELLENT. Tektons are very good also.
I have flex heads, I didn't this particular one to also be flex. But absolutely flexes are a must have more often than not on a modern car. I think the Capris would serve you quite well, and they're reasonable as a 3 pack that's cheaper than a single Dual 80.
Yep, get them while you can before we're only left with the (imo inferior) 120s.
I have those. I need something longer.
I think the Capri should be decent based on my limited amount of tools I have from them, I do not have ratchets but their thin profile wrenches and socket bit sets have been surprisingly good. Seeing as they are apparently made by Infar (I have not been able to confirm 100%) who also make Icon, Carlyle, Blue Point, etc. I think they will be pretty smooth.
If I had every single ICON ratchet in the entire store, I would trade ALL of them for one single real ratchet of my choice.
Where do I buy this "real ratchet?"
I think you probably already know.
Sears?
Lol. I think he insists on a fancy truck with chrome wheels deliver his ratchet. And when we talk smooth, are we referring to low back drag?
