ARES 70197 - 3-Piece Universal Joint Socket Set - Includes 1/4-Inch, 3/8-Inch, and 1/2-Inch Drive U-Joints - Storage Rail Included

I like to do some research before making a purchase, so I took a closer look at them. Perhaps I am the type to spend a little more when peace of mind is involved. It turns out that I was wrong about I got it from harbor freight and it does come with a beautiful metal stand, but its joints don't compare to a cheaper set I bought there for finishing the project. While trying to change an alternator, I used a 3/8 adapter to reach a bolt, but as soon as the ratchet was turned, it fell apart. I was lucky to find the little screw and spring that fell off and tightened it with an Allen wrench. Not at all! They came apart right away, but now I can't locate either part. I contacted their customer service department, but they are not helping me at all. You can save money by going to your local harbor freight store for this type of item. The set I purchased was much better than what I paid half the price for.

Fiona IQBAL

| Jun 02, 2021

The ones I have have been around for about a A screw is used in place of a rivet in order to link the joints. My car's universal joint had come apart and the screw had come out as I replaced spark plugs. A nearly fell into the cylinder as a result of the screw. It would be a good idea to locktite the retaining.

Raina Larsen

| Jan 24, 2021

It seems that when the screws were first used, they tried to come out of the joints after we had checked them for torque. Compared to what I expected, the body of each of them is significantly wider. Since these machines are going to be used in areas with limited access, their use will be more challenging. Their price is very good and they are still being used by me The set they purchased could have been of higher quality if I had spent more money on it.

Andre BIBI

| Nov 16, 2020

In terms of price I expected something quite a bit less impressive & This is a much worse product. My initial reaction when I picked up the set was shock at its size. When I took the middle one off the holder, I put it to one side. I was once again amazed at how smooth and fluid the join felt. There were no rough or tight spots & there was no rust. There shouldn't be a feeling that everything is going to fall apart. There is no way I could recommend these to anyone looking for something quality but does not want to pay retail price for it.

Jerry Oliver

| Oct 24, 2020

It's so common to find socket sets without these, and there are times when you need just The few times I have used them so far, they appear to be sturdy enough. In every toolbox, it's a good idea to have one. I'm not sure if they will hold up to heavy use, but most people are not The storage mount bar makes it easier to locate them when needed since it makes them more visible.

Blaze Reilly

| Dec 12, 2020

They have L screws between the joints, which make it easy for the screws to come loose. I was surprised at how easy it was to remove the L screw the first time I used them. The ones with rivets between the joints are my favorite. Their behavior has disappointed me a lot.

Angelo Church

| Dec 07, 2020

A great deal can be found in this set of sockets. Included are 1/2 inch, 3/8 inch, and 1/4 inch adapters to make the wrenches much more versatile when tightening & adjusting The process of loosening bolts in close proximity. All 3 adapters come with a nice holder to keep them arranged in your tool box. These sound good to me!.

Noemi Browning

| May 16, 2021

Three times I used the 3/8 universal, it bent at the swivel joint, then it broke at the hex screw. Having failed to loosen a bolt on a steering high pressure line was the first time in my life time that I had ever accomplished such a task.

Lorelei Brooks

| Jan 01, 2021