Uploaded April 2018 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Initial impressions are often called tool reviews.
I'd prefer to wear a tool out and then tell you about it.
Today, I combined both concepts. Here's a full review. How's it look new and shiny? How's it holding up after a brutal job?
Watch to the end. Or you won't know which tool totally crapped out! Was it by AutoZone's brand, Duralast? Was it Harbor Freights Pittsburgh ratchet? So hard not to reveal...the tool which did fail felt SO good on the bench, but on a car. FIRED!
Here I compare Harbor Freight long ratchets from 3/8" to 1/2" against 3/8" ratchets by Duralast and my EZ Red - gone for warranty. I also talk about a possibly ultimate ratchet by Matco which is both long, ratcheting, flex-head, and locking. Each feature you dismiss including the comfort handle is a discount.
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Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
#HarborFreightToolRecomendations
Initial impressions are often called tool reviews.
I'd prefer to wear a tool out and then tell you about it.
Today, I combined both concepts. Here's a full review. How's it look new and shiny? How's it holding up after a brutal job?
Watch to the end. Or you won't know which tool totally crapped out! Was it by AutoZone's brand, Duralast? Was it Harbor Freights Pittsburgh ratchet? So hard not to reveal...the tool which did fail felt SO good on the bench, but on a car. FIRED!
Here I compare Harbor Freight long ratchets from 3/8" to 1/2" against 3/8" ratchets by Duralast and my EZ Red - gone for warranty. I also talk about a possibly ultimate ratchet by Matco which is both long, ratcheting, flex-head, and locking. Each feature you dismiss including the comfort handle is a discount.
Regular safety/disclaimer message:
Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
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