I got both regular high speed ratchets last year & they immediately made my OG brushless ones obsolete. Also have the 3/8 RAI that I got for the sole purpose of doing seat bolts. That guy does good on calipers, front engine, pretty much anywhere you need a bit more torque with little room. 3/8 stubby impact barely gets used.
So I actually just picked this tool up a week ago. The 2 amp stubby batteries on it are the way to go. Perfect example at 10:20 time stamp. I actually bought it with a new HO 5.0, but honestly...don't love that battery in that tool. (Edit: Time stamp correction)
Agree with you on the most part. The impact to me is super helpful especially removing caliper bolts as impact wrenches don’t usually fit in those areas. I have the first generation of the fuel ratchets in both regular and extended. If you are working on top of an engine the regulars are great if you are working down in the engine compartment the extended are better. The extra power of the first gen fuel is very handy even though they are mildly slower and have a larger head than the gen 2 high speed fuel ratchets.
The extended ratchet, makes perfect sense that it will be most useful. I am looking to invest in a power ratchet myself, the video helped a great deal. Thank you!
@@zeuszerp9376 my experience with cheap power tools especially is that they don’t hold up like established brands. Especially when u start putting them through the paces and pushing them to their limits which is inevitable especially if you’re working on cars
Great video! Really torn between the 1/4” or 3/8” longneck, I have the 3/8 high speed and love it. But hearing you say the longnecks are where it’s at makes me wanna give it a try!
I just broke down and ordered my first electric ratchet after popping a couple of exhaust manifold bolts on the way to work this morning. Having already done the job once a few years ago I figured this would make it less of an extreme-anger-inducing pain in the dick. After seeing the 3/8 and 1/4 side by side I regret buying the 3/8.
Not really. Bad design starts with a bad designed push lever. Looks very flimsy and can get stucked and does not look very stable means can rip off or be damaged quick. And the smsll batteries don't look very confident neither. Also Milwaukee handtools very often are bad quality like pliers are misalined. Can't understand why so many of you guys are on that Milwaukee bandwagon. 7:13
Thank you. I was stuck in decision paralysis. I still have the very very very first gen ratchet, which has been AMAZING, but I want a little more speed, torque, and the extended one makes the most sense.
For tight spaces buy Koken zeal sockets, they are short and thin wall for a decent price. Their shallow sockets look like miniature versions of any socket I have ever used.
Can't you use a milwaukee right angle drill, use a 3/8 socket adapter, with a 17mm socket, and use it the same as a Milwaukee ratchet? As long as you break a the 17mm bolt loose first, u can use a Milwaukee right angle drill just like it. ???? right?
I don’t understand why everyone loves extended. I ALWAYS barely have enough space to fit the regular one into all spaces. Also I have the high torque with 55ft lb instead of high speed. I feel like I made a mistake lol. Since you can use as a ratchet anyways
Would it be better to buy the side wratchet then? I feel like if you really need to bust out an impact then just use a regular one vs “ right angle” would be better correct?
@@ssjdavid It depends on each individual and the kind of work you are doing. Do and buy what you are comfortable with and don't listen to all these wanna be tool specialists here on their different channels in regards of what to use especially brand wise. Milwaukee battery tools are not necessary better just because lots of people think so and try to influence people. I do not only watch for longevity but more than not on the design and handybility and that overall is way better with Dewalt. I know i wlll get a lot of criticism for this now but voting for the same party every 4 years doesn't necessary make things change to your advantage.
I have the extended reach ryobi due to the fact that it has the most torque out of all the other competitors and then the m12 high speed for the smaller stuff best of both worlds
See what I am saying 10:12 I get in a lot of situations like that that why I prefer the torque or speed because sometime you get to into those tight spots hard to break loose by hand. I am hoping they make one with high torque with high speed .
What one would you recommend for Hydraulic hoses buried in Valve chests in Excavators etc? Im looking to buy a good one for tight spaces and to torque hoses back into place. Thanks
Great demo, thanks! I have a question about the impact-capable tool. Is the head locked while not operating, or in other words, can you apply torque manually or only with the powered ratchets? In other-other words: can I use it as an extension of my "built-in-my-arms torque wrench".
I have the high speed 3/8 normal size ratchet. These extended reach ones look pretty nice.. I’m just a weekend warrior so it will be while before I can justify getting them
So I just got this tool , and still reach for the 3/8' short. I like the new one, its going to find its place in my arsenal; but there are some things at the start I don't love. Its noticeably heavier. The shaft is stout don't get me wrong, but it does add weight.
For a smaller channel, how the hell did you get Milwaukee to sed you out these to test? I would love to get some Milwaukee tools to test and make a review video on but I do not have a channel. I love my Insider ratchet and I also have the 3/8 short version of the ratchet. My go to is the Insider for most jobs but when needed I do use the smaller 3/8. I also have the right angle impact gun and it was really not worth the money, I just wanted to have it. Kind of like most of my power tools and hand tools. I just wanted them but never really needed them.
Yes. I own it. They are called the Milwaukee right angle drill. I had it for 10 years. I use a 3/8 inch socket adapter, use a 17mm socket, and can use it the same way. Obviously it's not super super powerful. So if your working in a hard to reach area on your cars suspension, break the 15mm bolt loose with a ratchet, then you can use your milwaukee like a ratchet. It comes in handy when your installing oil pans, and etc. You don't want to lose your mind, so using a milwaukee drill with the adapters will painlessly remove the 15 bolts.
I just don’t get the 1/4” drive unless it is super small nuts or bolts. My mid length 3/8 are shorter than a 1/4 deep. And my 3/8 stubys are shorter than a 1/4 standard. So I actually have more room for tight spaces in the 3/8 drive. Just my opinion. I have the high speed extended, the stuby impact and the right angle all in 3/8”. Then a half inch mid torque for bigger stuff. Really all I need
These are all brushless. Yes, brushless is better. The reason why is that there are no brushes to burn out in the motors run much smoother and are able to deliver more torque and variable speeds
I love my m12 ratchets, but when driving fastners, I hate how it tries to jerk my arm. It frequently kicks my hand into brackets and causing cuts and scratches. I prever the m12 impact driver now because it has much better torque control with the trigger. It could also be due to using the older models.
I can see that the older ones used to kick more it seemed like. Still way better than the old air ratchets those things would pin you down sometimes after the bolt would get tight. So you had to remember to have a good area for clearance.
The high speed one is good but, no torque for bolts with little rust or residues of locktite on them. The old extended reach is better for overall bolt or nuts. Speed vs torque
I can not afford these damn ratchets but I really like the extended one. I am already on the M12 platform so maybe if they go on sale I can pick one up. Thanks for sharing this video man it was pretty cool to see.
Man why do you turn the big electric wrench by hand under the car? Makes absolutely no sense. Just tighten it up til it stops then keep the fastener in place with it and tighten the nut with the regular wrench in your other hand. I'd use regular wrenches on both ends anyway doing that as it gives you way better feeling to tighten the fastener.
Well good info looks like I’ve got options, but that extended seems to be te most universal and capable.. And if yiur still doin that give away thing and haven’t given away the house yet. ( Ilamadnis coming and im a house kinda guyz, that’dbe nice to win) I’d use those ratchets everyday look
@@BlakesGarage have you tried the 6 ah on it? It gives it a extra +\- 20 tq or about a 10% power bump compared to the cp 2.0. also another trick for another 5% +\- power bump is to use the battery fresh off the charger. It wouldn’t bust a suspension bolt I couldn’t reach with the stubby and It immediately broke free with these two steps,
High speed and extended is great for most. Ideal is extended 1/4 converted to 3/8 for small spaces. The new high speed extended are not that great. They have no balls and feel weak
I feel no wiser after this. I don't understand Milwaukees... 1st gen. 2gen. etc. I can't tell them apart, I can't read them apart, I don't know which of them you are talking about. There is 200, 250, 350, 450 rpm....????
I like that one you first one unboxed, I don't own any Milwaukee Cordless tools, but I'm thinking of buying, maybe you can turn me on your first time give away. Just got on your UA-cam Channel, I wouldn't mind a full Tool Box set, I was a Diesel Mechanic, but my tools were stolen. I was fixing Heavy Equipment and Diesel Semi Trucks and Trailers
They (2569-20) are seriously over priced and under perform their advertised torque. If it wasn't for the fact I didn't want to buy a new battery system for a competing brand, I wouldn't have bought this.
It makes no sense to have different sizes of real impact guns. One can get adapters these days for those . So one only needs a 1/2 or a 3/8 impact driver. And electric ratchets are never to be used to break up a fastener or to be used like a regular wrench to do that.
I am not a big fan of Milwaukee's dated and Antiquated paddle trigger. 31-year professional I would not use any of those. The sealed had Matco is a hammer and then updated 14.4 Longneck snap-on's rip I do have Milwaukee stubby impacts and B drivers so it's not like I'm against Milwaukee but A co-worker but the long necks and the conventional and the high-speed and they feel like crap and the paddle ever oh my God it's so 80s
I’ve had the og fuel 3/8 for maybe 3 years now. Stumbled on the high speed 3/8 as part of a kit and never realized how much different the newer ones are! Stoked to start using the gen 2 🦾 subscribed and followed 🤙
Does the milwaukee insider come with that red bag? Or do i need to buy a pack for that bag which is perfect for storing the ratchet?
Bro how are YOU NOT sponsored by them yet hahahahah is mind blowing.
Who do you sponsor… him or the beard?
He is sponsored how you think he got all them 😅😅😅
You think they send him free tools because he’s not sponsored? Jeez bud he’s clearly sponsored
@@derekbrown1745😢😮😢a
Been looking to upgrade my tools from the green set to this set. Just pains me to drop that kind of cash 😊
Would like to see this with insider ratchet in the mix, looks like smallest yet.
Great explanation and what a wonderful collection of Milwaukee tools you have 👍❤️👍
I got both regular high speed ratchets last year & they immediately made my OG brushless ones obsolete. Also have the 3/8 RAI that I got for the sole purpose of doing seat bolts. That guy does good on calipers, front engine, pretty much anywhere you need a bit more torque with little room. 3/8 stubby impact barely gets used.
what size do you recommend for car stuff & things around the house? 3/8?
@@mr.cabello9214yes best all around, 1/4 inch won’t be as strong drive and torque wise as a 3/8 inch drive for all purpose use
@@mr.cabello9214what did you end up buying
So I actually just picked this tool up a week ago. The 2 amp stubby batteries on it are the way to go. Perfect example at 10:20 time stamp. I actually bought it with a new HO 5.0, but honestly...don't love that battery in that tool.
(Edit: Time stamp correction)
Thanks for pointing me in the right direction, appreciate the video
Agree with you on the most part. The impact to me is super helpful especially removing caliper bolts as impact wrenches don’t usually fit in those areas. I have the first generation of the fuel ratchets in both regular and extended. If you are working on top of an engine the regulars are great if you are working down in the engine compartment the extended are better. The extra power of the first gen fuel is very handy even though they are mildly slower and have a larger head than the gen 2 high speed fuel ratchets.
High torque Impact + Swivel Socket...
The extended ratchet, makes perfect sense that it will be most useful. I am looking to invest in a power ratchet myself, the video helped a great deal. Thank you!
How’s it working for u?
Harbor freight hercules 135 for ratchet free battery and charger
@@zeuszerp9376 bro don't be the guy that compares harbor freight equipment to Milwaukee equipment, fuck sake.
@@bigboss-yv2nr they r all comparable if they fit the same genre of tool...hurcules is pretty badass
@@zeuszerp9376 my experience with cheap power tools especially is that they don’t hold up like established brands. Especially when u start putting them through the paces and pushing them to their limits which is inevitable especially if you’re working on cars
Great video! Really torn between the 1/4” or 3/8” longneck, I have the 3/8 high speed and love it. But hearing you say the longnecks are where it’s at makes me wanna give it a try!
I have the 1/4 long neck and wouldn't go without it now. You can also swap out the anvil in the head and make it the other size for $30
I just broke down and ordered my first electric ratchet after popping a couple of exhaust manifold bolts on the way to work this morning. Having already done the job once a few years ago I figured this would make it less of an extreme-anger-inducing pain in the dick. After seeing the 3/8 and 1/4 side by side I regret buying the 3/8.
Knife question: is that the delica or endura you're using? Nice scales.
If you push his beard to the side to see what’s under. You’ll find a mini Milwaukee spokesman on a chair manning the controls to his mind. 🧌
I thought we would find a number like xxxx-xx 😂
Milwaukee makes some awesome stuff, great vid !
Not really. Bad design starts with a bad designed push lever. Looks very flimsy and can get stucked and does not look very stable means can rip off or be damaged quick. And the smsll batteries don't look very confident neither. Also Milwaukee handtools very often are bad quality like pliers are misalined. Can't understand why so many of you guys are on that Milwaukee bandwagon. 7:13
I don't think so. U better do more research .
Awesome video! Very helpful, saving up for one!
Blake has all of the Milwaukee goodies 😱🙌🏻🙌🏻
Thank you. I was stuck in decision paralysis. I still have the very very very first gen ratchet, which has been AMAZING, but I want a little more speed, torque, and the extended one makes the most sense.
For tight spaces buy Koken zeal sockets, they are short and thin wall for a decent price. Their shallow sockets look like miniature versions of any socket I have ever used.
Can't you use a milwaukee right angle drill, use a 3/8 socket adapter, with a 17mm socket, and use it the same as a Milwaukee ratchet? As long as you break a the 17mm bolt loose first, u can use a Milwaukee right angle drill just like it. ???? right?
I don’t understand why everyone loves extended. I ALWAYS barely have enough space to fit the regular one into all spaces. Also I have the high torque with 55ft lb instead of high speed. I feel like I made a mistake lol. Since you can use as a ratchet anyways
U are right. Speed really does not matter. The slowest one still is faster then one with a regular wrench.
Would it be better to buy the side wratchet then? I feel like if you really need to bust out an impact then just use a regular one vs “ right angle” would be better correct?
@@ssjdavid It depends on each individual and the kind of work you are doing. Do and buy what you are comfortable with and don't listen to all these wanna be tool specialists here on their different channels in regards of what to use especially brand wise. Milwaukee battery tools are not necessary better just because lots of people think so and try to influence people. I do not only watch for longevity but more than not on the design and handybility and that overall is way better with Dewalt. I know i wlll get a lot of criticism for this now but voting for the same party every 4 years doesn't necessary make things change to your advantage.
I have the extended reach ryobi due to the fact that it has the most torque out of all the other competitors and then the m12 high speed for the smaller stuff best of both worlds
See what I am saying 10:12 I get in a lot of situations like that that why I prefer the torque or speed because sometime you get to into those tight spots hard to break loose by hand. I am hoping they make one with high torque with high speed .
What one would you recommend for Hydraulic hoses buried in Valve chests in Excavators etc? Im looking to buy a good one for tight spaces and to torque hoses back into place. Thanks
Do (can) all the batteries work in any one of them?
Great demo, thanks! I have a question about the impact-capable tool. Is the head locked while not operating, or in other words, can you apply torque manually or only with the powered ratchets? In other-other words: can I use it as an extension of my "built-in-my-arms torque wrench".
Yeah the ratchet still works as a ratchet if you need extra torque. The impact wrench does not do that.
@@BlakesGarage Thanks!
I have the high speed 3/8 normal size ratchet. These extended reach ones look pretty nice.. I’m just a weekend warrior so it will be while before I can justify getting them
So I just got this tool , and still reach for the 3/8' short. I like the new one, its going to find its place in my arsenal; but there are some things at the start I don't love. Its noticeably heavier. The shaft is stout don't get me wrong, but it does add weight.
It's only $106 for tool only
is it the M12 FHIR38LR you recommend?
Get the milwaukee insider, best purchase I've made.
Man, those are sweeeeet!!
For a smaller channel, how the hell did you get Milwaukee to sed you out these to test? I would love to get some Milwaukee tools to test and make a review video on but I do not have a channel.
I love my Insider ratchet and I also have the 3/8 short version of the ratchet. My go to is the Insider for most jobs but when needed I do use the smaller 3/8. I also have the right angle impact gun and it was really not worth the money, I just wanted to have it. Kind of like most of my power tools and hand tools. I just wanted them but never really needed them.
I like that tool. I need one. Thank u for the video.
2:28 I removed a 3537074 with the 1/2in version.
Wonder if they are going to come out with just a 1/4in bit driver version So you can run the Phillips heads Allen's Or triple square bits in them?
Do the make a screw driver shaped like that?
Yes. I own it. They are called the Milwaukee right angle drill. I had it for 10 years. I use a 3/8 inch socket adapter, use a 17mm socket, and can use it the same way. Obviously it's not super super powerful. So if your working in a hard to reach area on your cars suspension, break the 15mm bolt loose with a ratchet, then you can use your milwaukee like a ratchet. It comes in handy when your installing oil pans, and etc. You don't want to lose your mind, so using a milwaukee drill with the adapters will painlessly remove the 15 bolts.
Is there a max ft/lb limit if you are using it manually?
I’m not sure about that I just got till it feels like a lot then grab a breaker bar. Just like you’d do with a regular ratchet.
I just don’t get the 1/4” drive unless it is super small nuts or bolts. My mid length 3/8 are shorter than a 1/4 deep. And my 3/8 stubys are shorter than a 1/4 standard. So I actually have more room for tight spaces in the 3/8 drive. Just my opinion. I have the high speed extended, the stuby impact and the right angle all in 3/8”. Then a half inch mid torque for bigger stuff. Really all I need
Do the batteries fall out of the m12s?
No lool
Quick question... are you not taking any more subscribers on Instagram?
Whats model number on the one one far left
Are brushless better, and if so why ?
These are all brushless. Yes, brushless is better. The reason why is that there are no brushes to burn out in the motors run much smoother and are able to deliver more torque and variable speeds
@@BlakesGarage ~ Thank you !
I really need one of them
I love my m12 ratchets, but when driving fastners, I hate how it tries to jerk my arm. It frequently kicks my hand into brackets and causing cuts and scratches. I prever the m12 impact driver now because it has much better torque control with the trigger. It could also be due to using the older models.
I can see that the older ones used to kick more it seemed like. Still way better than the old air ratchets those things would pin you down sometimes after the bolt would get tight. So you had to remember to have a good area for clearance.
The high speed one is good but, no torque for bolts with little rust or residues of locktite on them. The old extended reach is better for overall bolt or nuts.
Speed vs torque
Sometimes you just need a regular old manual ratchet
7.55 seconds in the video what milwaukee rachet is it
use colon for time 0:07
I can not afford these damn ratchets but I really like the extended one. I am already on the M12 platform so maybe if they go on sale I can pick one up. Thanks for sharing this video man it was pretty cool to see.
That’s definitely a great one to invest into. One of my favorites for sure.
Man why do you turn the big electric wrench by hand under the car? Makes absolutely no sense. Just tighten it up til it stops then keep the fastener in place with it and tighten the nut with the regular wrench in your other hand. I'd use regular wrenches on both ends anyway doing that as it gives you way better feeling to tighten the fastener.
Awesome video man
Got to love milwakee users they alway talk you out of buying milwakee products. Cheers
Milwaukee and spyderco 🤘 he’ll ya dude
SpyderCO! Love it!
Insider?
7:53 has everything Team Red, doesn't use the Fastback. lol
I have one and use it everyday at work.
Well good info looks like I’ve got options, but that extended seems to be te most universal and capable..
And if yiur still doin that give away thing and haven’t given away the house yet. ( Ilamadnis coming and im a house kinda guyz, that’dbe nice to win) I’d use those ratchets everyday look
The fking haircut n beard is awesome man
Thanks man!!
Man, that right angle impact is the shizz! I use it for suspension work and it performs flawlessly. Great video 👍🏻
Glad it works well for you. I think I’ve only used it 4-5 times and it usually doesn’t have the juice to break suspension bolts loose for me.
@@BlakesGarage
have you tried the 6 ah on it? It gives it a extra +\- 20 tq or about a 10% power bump compared to the cp 2.0.
also another trick for another 5% +\- power bump is to use the battery fresh off the charger.
It wouldn’t bust a suspension bolt I couldn’t reach with the stubby and It immediately broke free with these two steps,
well the BLUE ONE or even better the YELLOW ONE
hope youre not talking about kobalt
the right angle impact isnt a ratchet nor even close to one
Like every one every tool
i love my 3/8 stubby
Oh man wish I had that one the stubby is so good.
Have you seen the insider ratchet one ?
Got it video coming soon.
Link to your IG ?
Http://instagram.com/blakesgarage
High speed and extended is great for most. Ideal is extended 1/4 converted to 3/8 for small spaces. The new high speed extended are not that great. They have no balls and feel weak
I want one so bad but I don’t think it’s worth $250, I can wait for it to go on sale which I know it will soon lol
Your shoulder will tell you it’s worth $250. Huge time saver.
I feel no wiser after this. I don't understand Milwaukees... 1st gen. 2gen. etc. I can't tell them apart, I can't read them apart, I don't know which of them you are talking about. There is 200, 250, 350, 450 rpm....????
Are you dumb
There's a prerequisite level of knowledge on what electric ratchets are and what they do that is required for understanding a buyers guide
Xc 4.0 is not the new battery the xc 5.0 highputout m12 battery is the new one or the cp3.0 high output those are the ones that r new
3/8 is good for stubby nothing higher if your getting bigger impacts than stubby gotta go 1/2 cus your sockets are gonna have a painful death
I like that one you first one unboxed, I don't own any Milwaukee Cordless tools, but I'm thinking of buying, maybe you can turn me on your first time give away.
Just got on your UA-cam Channel, I wouldn't mind a full Tool Box set, I was a Diesel Mechanic, but my tools were stolen.
I was fixing Heavy Equipment and Diesel Semi Trucks and Trailers
LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Yeeee!!!!!!
@@BlakesGarage flicks knife.. proceeds to open the box with hand instead. That sir.. is what Legends are made of! SUBBED!!
@@FR11 hahaha! Thanks
Minimum wage here is 1500 and each of these cost 1000 per set -_-
I want to cry seeing Thor gave up Mjölnir for a bunch of Milwaukee Ratchet 😢
Ac delco are stronger I love these but they are weak
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Have Social Media. Only UA-cam. Daumm
They (2569-20) are seriously over priced and under perform their advertised torque. If it wasn't for the fact I didn't want to buy a new battery system for a competing brand, I wouldn't have bought this.
ouch 350$
that fiddly forward reverse switch SUCKS, i always hated that style of hand ratchet and its why i didnt buy one of these
#milwaukeetools
It's not lbs feet but foot lbs my man.
It makes no sense to have different sizes of real impact guns. One can get adapters these days for those . So one only needs a 1/2 or a 3/8 impact driver. And electric ratchets are never to be used to break up a fastener or to be used like a regular wrench to do that.
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Gets tools for free!! And asks for subs 😅😅😅
Didn’t really like the Milwaukees. Snapon makes the best ones hands down
I don't buy Milwaukee. Never will.
I am not a big fan of Milwaukee's dated and Antiquated paddle trigger. 31-year professional I would not use any of those. The sealed had Matco is a hammer and then updated 14.4 Longneck snap-on's rip I do have Milwaukee stubby impacts and B drivers so it's not like I'm against Milwaukee but A co-worker but the long necks and the conventional and the high-speed and they feel like crap and the paddle ever oh my God it's so 80s
I’ve had the og fuel 3/8 for maybe 3 years now. Stumbled on the high speed 3/8 as part of a kit and never realized how much different the newer ones are! Stoked to start using the gen 2 🦾 subscribed and followed 🤙
What's your Instagram?
@blakesgarage