Gator Grip ETC-200MO, A Convenient Socket - in..
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A Convenient Socket - in Some Circumstances
I’m often surprised at people’s expectations in a product, especially my own. You see an ad on TV and you just know how much it’s going to change your life for the better.What this product does well is fits multiple shapes and sized screws and nuts for quick removal. I used it to tighten the lag bolts and screws on my son’s play structure. It worked on 90 % of the hardware. I also used it in conjunction with my cordless drill to remove numerous eye hooks, bolts, screws, etc that weren’t needed anymore. This would have taken several frustrating hours without the Gator Grip.What this product does less well is install bolts, screws, and nuts. It’s springloaded which makes it awkward holding the hardware while installing. Just like any socket or wrench made, you need to have the tool squarely placed on the item you’re using it on. Otherwise it may slip.Overall, the Gator Grip met my expectations, made certain chores easier and allowed me more leisure time with my family.
Update (2/8/2012):
The featured review for this product, Gator Grip ETC-200MO Universal Socket Tools & Hardware, was written by H. Row.
The average rating for this item is out of 5 stars, according to 3 reviews.
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Posted on: May 24, 2010
Filed under: Reviews
Reviews (3)
jimnypivo
April 9th, 2010 at 3:55 am
A great gift for the Not-so-handy
If you know one of those poor souls whose toolbox consists of an 18″ long slotted screwdriver, Grandpa’s hammer, and hacksaw , then this is the essential nut and bolt tool for them.
Within six months of getting a Gator Grip for Christmas, it was indispensable in two large projects–refitting new lumber on an old rotten picnic table, and in putting up a new garage door opener.
The other reviewers are correct–it’s NOT FOR EVERY JOB. Because the pins are cylindrical, it occasionally slips on the bolt head, and it lacks the gripping strength needed for working on something like your car engine. And it WILL NOT remove a nut if there is more than 1/4 inch of bolt sticking out the back end.
HOWEVER, if you are up on a ladder, and/or working with many odd-sized nuts and bolts, this tool is a Godsend. For overall home maintenance, play set assembly, garage door opener installation, or putting together knockdown furniture, it can’t be beat. (I only cussed about fourteen times while installing my new Garage door opener, and that was a record!)
As a GIFT, I’d recommend this tool especially for those people who are NOT handy around the house.
This would be a great gift for the independent female in your life–the one who does the home remodeling herself, or for a couple’s first home/apt. Although I haven’t used it on a bike, I’d think it’d be an excellent addition to the cyclist’s tool bag.
H. Row
April 13th, 2010 at 5:38 am
A Convenient Socket - in Some Circumstances
Rated 4 stars.
John Woods
May 4th, 2010 at 10:59 am
Great idea, but not sturdy enough
For my first project Gator Grip I decided to shake a hundred 5 / 16 "x1.25" bolts to 175 inch-pounds. The bolt heads were damaged, some more than others, making a regular intake of trouble adapting, what looked like a perfect application Gator Grip. I am pleased to announce that the Gator Grip functioned as expected. However, about one third way through the work I had my first failure - one of the axes are stuck and would not come out unless I remove the Gator grip and push the needle through the other side . This pin was stuck permanently, and when I was done with 96 bolts, several pins Gator Grip has the same problem. Unfortunately, I must testify that Gator Grip is a bit tricky device, and should not be used for anything, but for light jobs. Update: I got my Gator Grip socket replaced under warranty. The process was quick and easy. Because of this I would give this book another star if I could.
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