Grey Pneumatic 89653CRD 1/4″ Socket Set Tool Review -EricTheCarGuy

47 thoughts on “Grey Pneumatic 89653CRD 1/4″ Socket Set Tool Review -EricTheCarGuy”

1. I just got my set of 3/8 and the size is not stamped on them. Disappointed. The ratchets are SHORT ,!!

2. Personally I'm not a fan of the laser etching because it fade so quickly even on quality items but I found with the stamped impact sockets if you take some kind of even model paint put it over the size and then wipe it off it should fill in the stamp and make it so that it's nice and bright and easy to see what your size is

3. Do they have a 3 8ths sized set as well?

4. Nice tools!

5. 9 to 10 you will brake the head off the michael bolton before you brake molly's socket !

6. ME! TOO ! butt's on a tight bud! get! listen up !any cheap !impact socket's that say molly chrome or chrome vandamb ha ha ! = chromium-vanadium steel buy it! x 2 = if she split's throw her away!you got back it up!

7. don't lie you were doing a wet your! pant's dance !

8. So what's the point of 1/4 inch drive sockets? what advantage do they have over 3/8?

9. Wondering if you could do a review of 12 point vs spline drive? I'm in a mechanic class that has a good number of 12 point fasteners. ( My toolbox up to this time has mostly avoided anything 12 point)

10. So you can grab that whole set for the cost of 1 Snap-On 1/4" Ratchet lol

11. I know this is 4 yrs old, but as far as having a dark finish making them hard to find in low light. Aren't most impact sockets dark also? The more recent set doesn't come with extensions at all (and $22.00 more), but "wobble" extensions are available for extra $$. And along with the roll stamped markings, large laser etched markings are on the opposite side, though I couldn't see that on yours, but they probably added the etching on the more recent set. Stole this info off the ad page so I've not personally seen them… Also, I was trying to see if the end of the driver handle had a 1/4in. ratchet insert. There would be your wobble extension, though a little bulky… Don't know if they even make those, though I've seen the ones for use with a socket or wrench. Great review Eric. Thanks!

12. Can u do a updated review on these sockets now that you have been using them for some time?

13. %50 off GEARWRENCH SOCKET SET & other just read this no weird stuff lol… I picked this up from wish.com for $18 and $7 shipping last night (without coupon or anything) , if you use this code on the app or website when checking out believe they apply it "lmkhmnq". I If you go into the item descriptions of the tools you'll see they come from APEX tool group which makes all those brand.. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apex_Tool_Group I've also seen 1/4in and half in grey pneumatic sets under $25 also, keep searching for the best deal if you dont see one right away. Sometimes they miss post items and I got a free 6-32 wrench set because the ad said it was a ratcheting wrench set so they refunded the money to my card which took the next day and told me to keep the wrenches. You gotta make it clear in your messages to them if they make a error, be clear and polite to get good results like I have. The consumables such as dremel sanding tubes and whatever else has been great and you can find the items for free with $1-2 shipping. Research the supplier of the items you like before purchase for actual quality. All the tools ive gotten have been Gearwrench quality. Thanks to anyone that uses the code they have literally anything for anyone for any occasion. Any questions lemme know. Edit: It was the 57 p. 3/8 set of gearwrench orgins.

14. Think this will be perfect because I got all my sockets 6 point chrome and impact. Going to start my 12 point for those couple of rare times you need them and don't want to get chrome and impact for financial and waisted space

15. pumped like without even watching

16. You have balls using an impact gun on such small bolts

17. Hi sir nice post. I do really like that set hope you enjoy it for a long time. Just one question. Is it painted or is that a natural finish ?

18. I'm terrible, I use a breaker bar for almost everything.

    My brother is partially to blame, he doesn't use a torque wrench and always over-tightens fasteners.

19. I have used the Grey 1/4 and 3/8 set at the Wright Patterson AFB hobby shop for the last 25 years…. I'm sure the sets in each bay are more than 5-10 years old and more probably. With a dozen bays, with a box I'm sure they have seen lots of use.

20. How do you choose between using 1/4" 3/8" and 1/2" sockets?

21. Grey Pneumatics Duo Sockets ROCK! I found out about GP tools while visiting my favorite local auto parts shop. I ordered that 1/4" set and was so pleased I got the 3/8" and 1/2" sets, as well. I also love their locking extensions (helps keep the sockets out of dark nooks), as well as the universal sockets. The 1/4" set is a great travel set. Much prefer the black oxide finish vs shiny, even given your point about visibility. Wish they made wrenches, as well. I've had my sets for a few years and would say quality is excellent. I use impact tools on lots of rusty Corvair nuts and bolts and never had a problem with cracking or shattering sockets.

22. Love your tool reviews! Just wish manufacturers would add less standard and more metric to their sets. Standard size is almost obsolete now. Unless of course you rebuild older vehicles.

23. I have the 1/2 inch drive metric deep set by them from 10 to 36 mm, and they're fantastic for the price. the only size it skips is 31 mm

24. bought this set 2 years ago from the mac truck. since then, they seem to break, 8, 10, 13, 15 all broken, with no warranty to speak of.

    i bought from amazon the blue box master 3/8" metric set over a year ago. they are perfect to me sockets. they even remove damage fasteners and are stout sockets.

    ericthecarguy, this is the 10th review of yours which seem to be because of compensation. likely not even free tools, just a 10% discount to sell your soul. remember when you did the 3 motor changes in that dodge ram in your old shop? far cry from that to these soulless corpo shill vids. i wish your channel didn't come up in my recommended list every day. likely your fairmont project was because of discount crap from rock auto or advance. your comeback history prevents you from being able to hold a real job, so you do youtube vids, badly, soullessly. im shocked by you humble beginnings. its ok to pay the bills, but its not ok to mislead the masses. your target audience is a bunch of mouth breathers who don't know any better. sad part is you have inspired countless people to persue an automotive career, then when they succeed, and watch your videos after, they see what a hack you are.

    maybe turn down the 10% off and get your soul back. your good at some things, focus on that and stop pandering to these fat retards.

25. Hello , what's the different between 3/8 and 1/2 and 1/4 sockets ? Can some one please tell me ? Thank you

26. I'm sorry but the comparison of 1/4 ratchets doesn't make sense. You very well know snap on makes many, many several 1/4 ratchets styles and the one you showed is not a ratchet that is included in any snap on socket set…… granted I'd rather use the snap on ratchet but for someone that doesn't know anything its a false comparison. I like the videos keep up the good work.

27. anyone notice the stamp on the box?… gotta love them sochets

28. To bad it's not made in 'Merica but it still look good value for money.

29. You can use any socket as an impact socket. But you probably shouldn't.

30. just got some of their magnetic quarter inch short sockets.

31. I love how there smaller size deep sockets are make like snap on it the only other brand ive seen do that style

32. WARNING. Careful where you buy Grey Pneumatic from. JBTools and Amazon.com are not an authorized retailer for them and Grey Pneumatic will not honor guarantee if you purchased from an unauthorized dealer. Kinda sad. They will point you to the dealer you got them from for that. If the place is not an authorized dealer you will be out of luck. So keep your receipt as proof you got it from where ever. No easy way to verify if a place is an official dealer short of contacting Grey Pneumatic directly. http://www.gpsocket.com/distributors.phtml

33. It's good and nice to have good tools. However I wouldn't spend tons of £££ on tools. All I look at is life warranty and good/tight fit

34. that recessed button is golden!

35. so does sunex plus much cheaper. http://www.amazon.com/Sunex-1848-4-Inch-Metric-48-Piece/dp/B005MVB9M0/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1456808656&sr=8-7&keywords=sunex+impact+socket+set

36. I would take whichever socket fits over the ratchet handle the best and used the 6" extension for leverage.

37. Nice

38. 53 pieces for less than 3 dollars per piece, can't complain about that.

39. I really like this set but it costs more than both impact and chrome sets combined from Gearwrench so it's a no-go… Plus they said if I don't buy through a local authorized dealer then I can kiss the warranty goodbye, Gearwrench has no such stipulations and warrantying through them has been a breeze. Good job getting my business GP.

40. 6 points ftw. I think companies just make 12 points for that extra selling point. Everyone sells a 12 point for my axle nut and it's starting to strip. When the hell are you going to have a low torque situation with that large of a nut? -.-

41. 4.5 mm is used for DB connectors on the back of home PC's.  Also many PC interfaces for various types of equipment such as Tone panels etc,

42. That's the most beautiful set of sockets I ever seen. I'm not a mechanic, but I'm looking at the moment for a nice do it all set. I'm planning to do my front breaks pads and rotors. 2007 Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring 16 valve Turbo. Great video, like always….I'm a subscriber, already.

43. At about 11:20 you mention the length of the ratchet handle being a disadvantage, I actually like a shorter ratchet to get into tight places and if i need to get some leverage i put a pipe on it when I can.
    I always hated the idea of buying anything but american made tool, Im starting to think different, what is your opinion?

44. I ordered one,  thanks , this will be great for my lawnmower repair shop,  I use 1/4 inch more than the other sizes

45. i need to stop looking at this tool set… i just have to accept that i cant have it

46. Eric. Socket stickers
    http://www.ebay.com/itm/280542105111?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&var=580007336341&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

47. They should have a u joint in that kit.
    Does that socket driver have a square driver so it can be used as an extension?
    In a pinch I've used a socket & an extension that slip firmly over the ratchet's handle to give it more leverage.

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