Ratchet Deals & Offers

They're probably expecting them for a fiver

These are imperial measure not metric. So useless for most modern applications.

https://www.halfords.com/workshop-tools/tools/spanners-wrenches/halfords-advanced-modular-tray-set-12-piece-flexi-ratchet-spanner same set I'd say 12pc 8-19mm £75 or £56 trade

As far as I know Apex tool group still makes Halfords advanced professional tools.

Looks like a decent saving, too advanced for my needs that's not to say I wouldn't fancy a set. Voted hot for the deal though... Not sure why others are voting cold.

Yh been there and Screwfix and didn't have it. Ended up buying it on eBay for a 1/4" driver, wasn't expensive. Thanks guys for all the comments.

Bought the same set about 6 years ago and it's been brilliant. Bargiain for anyone looking for some cheap sockets

Have u tried Halfords? They sell individual sockets.

Ebay is the best place for random sockets at a good price. Stick to known brands and you should be fine quality wise. Halfords professional variety are well priced and solid. Teng are a good bet but a bit overpriced. And if you are willing to sell a kidney, Snapon is an option.

True agree, i need something for the kids bikes or when need to do the small odd adjustem etc.

Okay, up to you haha, that's what it's listed as on Amazon. :)

Cold, for the energy-class stupidity. Plus, it's not worth a fiver.

Old version is better if you can find stock.

A++

Energy class A? But if I'm knackered.......?

Add this voucher and its £108......Done it today and no proof of AA required....

Not snapped mine yet and had a m long scaffold bar on the end. I snapped the wheel nut though (strong) :(

I bought a set of non impact 3/8 deep laser sockets around 25 years ago. Never managed to break one despite spinning them up on a snap on air ratchet. Lost a few over the years and replaced them with snap on as and when. TBH if I was starting out again I wouldn't bother with snap on I'd go for draper expert, bahco or maybe halfords Pro range.

Take it back

I wish they did just a metric set with 200 pieces, I'd never use AF sockets these days . Unless you're into old cars they aren't much use, just makes the set take up more room.

Still got my old battered one without bit storage. New one is (poo) with cheaper plastics. Clearly Stanley has cheapened out & going in the wrong direction as a business. As they say, buy cheap, buy twice with tools.

Yeah I wouldn't bother. I took mine back. Wished I had bought 2 back in the day.

I have one & it’s not great. The lid for the storage compartment keeps coming undone when I’m using it

I've got the original one as well (The bottom doesn't come off to store the bits though, they're all round the collar) my one still works great after years of use. Was thinking about buying this as a spare for a fiver, but sounds like I would be disappointed!

I have an original one bought about 9 years ago which is great. They changed the manufacture of them a few years ago. The latest ones are very poor quality. Ratchet mechanism fails. I bought one and compared side by side. Every element is cheaper.

Never had an issue with ratchet type. Used them for years.

Hi these also come in very handy to go with the axle stands Rubber protection pads

I don't know, I think it's just a paranoia thing for me. Maybe they're just as safe as the pin ones. As for peace of mind though, the pin ones are the way forward for me. Whatever works best for you I suppose! (y)

Not sure it's possible to 'slip a link' unless you set them up wrong, in which case it's not the stand's fault. Used the halfords ones for years without issues apart from the relatively tall lowest setting as noted above. As for the design being more dangerous. Why? It's not like you can kick the lever and then the car comes crashing down. All the stands from different brands look like they come out of the same factory in China. Would love to know if Facom or other more expensive stands are any better.

You're not the only one, great deal if they were pin but not risking my body or vehicle just because of a faulty one.

The socket set is the first picture I could find. Basically all the sale prices work with trade car discount. This particular set might not be as cheap as it’s been before others are not bad.

Not up to speed with how to post deals yet properly. Only my second post. I’ll make some changes now.

Cheers

try search 'trade card'

Lol :) I'm working on it. Any links to them claims?

I paid £135 for this set a year or so ago.

This isn't a very good deal. The 150 piece set tends to be the more cost effective one to go for with prices getting as low as sub £70.

Is it. I don't normally frequent Halfords. Thanks for the heads up.

Lol usually £120 black Friday

Usually £160 or less. cold

Just what I need but none in stock locally 😫

Not in many stores but just ordered a couple. Can’t moan for the price

tyvm

Good deal!

rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F172381644888 Silverline link it's actually £18.75

I've had no issues at all with mine. Don't be so heavy handed

3/8 on this bad boy = broken bolt guarantee

Three wheels on my wagon & I'm still rolling along.....

Anyone got the silverline link?

Thanks a lot, I appreciate it.

Any chance you can check the trade price on the Halfords torque wrenches please :D

Yeah OK. XD

Both the 12 and 6 point sockets in the Halfords range are more like spline sockets that that traditional flat faced one - the face section is curved ensuring that all of the torque in not placed on the "point" but well back on the face. Even the point is curved. I have a couple of sets of spline sockets - they are excellent at removing any damages fixing as they will grab on to any surface.

seems the code has now expired.. ;(

10 pc cashback @ Halifax rewards.

Just picked my set up today and I’ll be as honest as I can. I was unsure if these were going to be the same quality as the Makita coloured bits which I’ve been using for 2 years (same set nothing has broken) and this set seems to be of the same quality. The extension part jams quite often when you have the spinny bit on the outside. But this happens on most extensions not just Makita. Overall I’m very impressed and for the price you can’t complain

Haha no worries bud (lol)

Apologies. I missed the 15% off code bit, but still OOS. Thanks for correcting me. Nothing like a bit of correction ;)

Not bad, I am overstocked on 1/2 but not on impact stuff

I bought http://www.halfords.com/workshop-tools/tools/tool-kits/halfords-advanced-modular-tray-set-18pc-impact-socket-set last week for £32 with my trade card, these 6 point sockets are superb for the money if you already have a 1/2" ratchet.

I agree mate

I I would maybe live with the imperial sockets, sell them off etc, but then the rest is 12 point this set is ok when either whatever you work on is up to 3 years old or you work on 12point bolts all the time which I doubt...

need we need more, and then more again

I’m not talking people out then. I recommend them they are brilliant and good value. I figured if any of mine break I’d just take it in. If they refuse take up with management most places would just give a new ratchet for what it’s worth

If you ever need to change the battery on a Fiat 500 or Ford KA MK2 this will be invaluable. There is practically no access and using a non-ratcheting combination spanner is a lesson in tedium (lol)

To break the ratchet then you are working on an item thats not been oiled or is rusted badly. Tools only snap through miss use or bad thought and planning. ;)

Just got in there before midnight. Thanks OP

My local Halfords are fantastic. They replaced my faulty ratchet spanner on the spot. I religiously only buy Halfords tools for this reason. However they need to expand their range ask pretty much have everything now

(lol) (lol) (lol) Was £370 for the 200 piece 🙈 what a joke

Modular sets are 100% 6 point. And all metric or all AF not mixed like these.

12 engagement points? No thanks!

Exactly. Halfords socket sets are like DFS sofas - I don't think anyone has ever paid full price

The modular sets are a far better buy.