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Review on πŸ”§ Powerbuilt 9 Pc Torx Star T-Handle Hex Allen Key Wrench Set with Speed Sleeves and Long Shafts for Fast Spinning Action - Ideal for Auto, Bicycle, Moto - 941646 by William Mathis

Revainrating 4 out of 5

A great tool, but there is one easily fixable downside.

I love these T-handle wrenches. a lot of. T-handle wrenches speed up your work because you can "twist" them to take up any play before tightening the bolt. L-shaped hex wrenches are suitable, but not as quick to use (because they can't be twisted). Once you have the screw ready, all you have to do is realign the tool in your hand and tighten the screw securely. Very easy! (And don't reach for another tool) The only "wrong" thing about this wrench set is this: They have an anodized aluminum sleeve that mounts onto the wrench's main shaft. The wrench size is laser marked on the sleeve. The problem with this bushing is that it is not pressed in. It's free. and it spins. The rotating sleeve will not allow you to get the maximum performance out of this key as you cannot turn the key. In my humble opinion, this is a serious design flaw in a perfectly designed instrument. Due to the loose case, this review only got four stars. The other reviewer just removed the sleeves, which I'm sure you can do (there is a locking ring that comes off easily so you can remove the sleeve. Instead of removing the sleeves, I put a few drops of Loctite 620 sleeve holder on the Top to rim of sleeve and allow gravity and capillary action does the rest I left the Loctite in for 24 hours and now the bushings are locked in place which makes using these T handle wrenches much more comfortable I like the fact that the T-handle slides back and forth and has a spring-loaded latch at the end of its travel. This feature makes this wrench that much more useful. This tool set is backed by a lifetime warranty! If something breaks, you won't have to look far for the manufacturer or part number, or the phone number of the Manufacturer's. Just give us a call.) Overall this is a well put together set that will be very useful to most mechanics h and will save you time (after you have logged in). Tulk Loctite). Highly recommended!

Pros
  • Power & Hand Tools
Cons
  • High Price