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RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Chainsawrepair Date: June 19, 2020, 1:31 pm
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HTML https://youtu.be/ZKwb97Awx_4
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Re: RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Chainsawrepair Date: June 19, 2020, 2:30 pm
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HTML https://ratchetscrench.com/
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Re: RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Chainsawrepair Date: June 19, 2020, 2:42 pm
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Subtotal
$16.80
Shipping
$5.00
Order Total
$21.80
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Re: RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Chainsawrepair Date: June 20, 2020, 8:52 am
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Owner was on my chainsaw repair group facebook yesterday.
Just saving info.
After a summer of using the tool, I got used to putting the
socket on the nut, then turning the socket (to tighten/loosen
the nut) and then finishing off with a few cranks of the
ratchet. Worked great! (And you subconsciously remember to flip
the switch, because your nut is either already tight or already
loose).
As for maintenance of the tool, crud will get in the slot, but
it never quit working for me. A compressed-air blast is probably
a good idea from time to time. And bar oil is a perfect
lubricant!
The RatchetScrench is made of high-carbon steel and is
heat-treated. I used the prototype all last summer with no
problems.
To clarify, we left out modifications, not features.
Modifications to the tool are at the buyer's discretion; you may
choose to drill a hole for a lanyard, or paint it hot pink...
many will leave the RatchetScrench the way they receive it. On
the other hand, the features are things everybody will
appreciate, and use. For example, the flathead screwdriver tip
is specifically designed to fit inside your bar chain-groove, so
you can clean the gunk out of your bar, even when you're in the
field. Our wildland firefighters will love that feature when
they're spiked out on day 10!
I am curious where the lanyard holes will go, though. Some will
definitely do it. (Looking at the lanyard in your thread, I
wonder if a hole in the socket--near the collar-- would cause
the lanyard to get in the way of the ratcheting action).
But I'd like to see a nice, leather-made holster of some sort.
There are some great leatherworkers out there. Mark Fanders of
Newberg, OR comes to mind; I bought a Leatherman holster from
him six years ago and beat the heck out of it year-round, and
it's good as new. Best $30 I've spent on eBay. I'm going to hit
him up and see if he's inspired to create a RatchetScrench
holster.
Custom-made leather RatchetScrench-holsters would be evidence
that this tool is a winner, in my opinion! Even if you could'a
had a case of beer, instead.
We went with 12-point sockets for a more precise "feel,"
especially when used under 3/4 or full-wrap bars. (As you put
the tool on the nut, you're closer to an immediate fit with a
12-point socket).
The RatchetScrench is made by good people in China. (No
child-labor). While we may eventually add a manufacturer in the
USA, for now we are happy to offer this quality tool at an
affordable and competitive price. And for what it's worth, the
business is owned by me, a red-blooded American--born and raised
:)
If you're ordering a few tools, your best bet is probably
Priority mail which will be around $7.75 (I can fit up to 8 in a
flat-rate envelope). However I did just mail a single tool from
CA to VT for $5.00 (USPS First Class, 3-days). Two tools with
USPS First Class is about $5.75, CA to NC, so I'd guess that
three going to ID would be around $6.
Hope that helps and hope to see your REVIEW!
The RatchetScrench fits on Stihl and Husky, fits under 3/4-wrap
and full-wrap bars, and fits on your standard 19mm spark plug.
(The flathead screwdriver tip even fits into your bar
chain-groove, to clean out the gunk)! I decided to make this
tool after 5 seasons as a hotshot, constantly fumbling around
with traditional screnches. I'm proud to say the RatchetScrench
is finally available, here:
HTML https://ratchetscrench.com/purchase
The RatchetScrench is heat-treated 45# high-carbon steel so bent
handles or spiraling won't be a problem. (The flathead tip can
even withstand a 4' drop directly onto concrete with no
problem).
The finish is nickel-plating, which helps resist rust. To spray
paint nickel-plating, you'd probably want an etching primer,
followed by an enamel paint. It'd be cool to see some custom
colors by you guys!
Here is what was said why on plug and style. = As for spark
plugs, you're correct; some are compatible, some aren't. (For
example, some Stihls require a deep socket...some will work with
the RatchetScrench). We had to decide between a deep socket or
fitting under 3/4 and full-wrap bars.
It is compatible with many Husky spark plugs.
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Re: RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Chainsawrepair Date: June 21, 2020, 6:47 am
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Thanks for the question, Jack. Please see the images. The first
shows the depth of the 19mm socket, which is about 16mm. (The
13mm socket is the same depth). The other picture shows the
thickness of the socket at about 3mm. Hopefully this is enough
to answer your question.
The "0" series Stihls are 2000 model-year and older, I believe.
While the RatchetScrench could not reach the SPARKPLUG of a
Stihl 034 AV Super, I'm happy to say that the 19mm bar nuts have
not changed size, so they still fit. (I'm working on a quick
video to show that, coming soon).
The RatchetScrench's dimensions closely mimic those of a
low-profile traditional scrench. So, if you cannot reach into
the sparkplug like a deep-socket scrench could, you can fit
underneath 3/4 and full-wrap bars, while deep-socket screnches
cannot.
Every millimeter of detail was considered while designing the
RatchetScrench. I've used primarily Stihl and Husqvarna
chainsaws in my career (like most pros, I'd imagine) and the
functional goal was to make the most compatible tool, in the
most ways, primarily for both of these brands. Nothing against
other brands... just not as much testing with them.
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Re: RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Chainsawrepair Date: June 21, 2020, 6:48 am
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While not a quick process, the designing and prototyping was
some of the most fun part of this project. My normal job
involves running a chainsaw all day, every day, and once I
thought I had all of the necessary measurements, down to the
millimeter, prototyping began:
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Re: RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Chainsawrepair Date: June 21, 2020, 6:50 am
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While making my video, I would film with the saws that I used
every day at work, which happened to be Husqvarnas.
You're right: I should have included footage of use with Stihl,
as well. (That's not to say the research wasn't done while
including Stihl; numerous trips were made to saw shops where I
would get weird looks as I checked prototypes on their saws).
The RatchetScrench does work with most Stihl chainsaws since
most Stihls use a 19mm bar nut. (If the nuts aren't 13mm or
19mm, it won't work).
Here's the RatchetScrench fitting on an old Stihl 034 AV Super
(19mm nuts):
As far as the clearance on that front nut, I know exactly what
you are referring to, and that is why I had the thickness of the
socket made 3mm thick:
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Re: RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Cut4fun Date: June 23, 2020, 8:40 am
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Dang that was fast for first class from Cali. :o
Does clear the bar nuts on stihl
But no on a 361 plug with cover on.
Had to get the long stihl scrench for reaching plug 361 with
cover on.
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Re: RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Chainsawrepair Date: June 24, 2020, 7:10 am
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Nick @ RatchetScrench recall on past orders:
We have been made aware of a problem with the switch on about
25% of tools that went out last week that causes the ratchet to
slip, rendering it unusable. This only affects a small number of
past orders. New orders will all be stress-tested, as will your
replacement if you have a defective tool. Please contact
nick@ratchetscrench.com for a replacement if your tool is
slipping. Sorry about the growing pains...
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Re: RatchetScrench Ratchet Scrench
By: Chainsawrepair Date: June 24, 2020, 7:11 am
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Mine been fine for 15-20 on offs so far.
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