September 2023 - 41

Mac Tools
14-pc RBRT Metric Wrench Set
Reviewed by Michael Robinson, technician at Mobile Auto Solutions in Lansing, Michigan.
Q: How did the tool function
as far as saving you time?
A: The wrenches worked as designed and
worked well for slightly rounded fasteners.
Also because of their design, the wrenches
didn't slip off the fastener which could've
led to busted knuckles.
Q: How has using this tool impacted
your shop's profitability?
A: They saved time removing damaged
fasteners and allowed quicker turnaround
time on repairs.
Q: What kind of setup was involved
before using the product?
A: No setup was required or needed.
Q: How easy was it to use?
A: They were very easy to use.
Q: What features did you like?
A: The shape and design of the wrenches are
by far one of the best I have ever used. Just
the feel of them alone exudes confidence.
The open end is offset and aids in applying
torque to the wrench. These have a tighter
fit than a standard set of wrenches, allowing
more torque without slippage.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Mac Tools 14-pc Metric
R.B.R.T Combination Wrench Set
can be used on new and damaged
bolts. The wrenches are designed
to grip and turn 80 percent rounded
bolts with their box end and 60 percent
rounded bolts with their open end.
The six-point combination wrench set
includes sizes from 6mm to 19mm.
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Q: Is there any way you could think
to improve or add to this tool?
A: No, the offset of the 90-degree open end
and thicker, more robust box end design is
well thought out and works excellently.
Q: How was its packaging?
A: The set comes in a very nice organizer
that folds in half. The organizer secures the
wrenches and can be folded or left open to
hold the wrenches up. The set includes sizes
from 6mm to 19mm.
Q: How does this tool compare to
other tools you've used like it?
A: I have used Snap-on previously, but I
actually like these a bit more. The thickness
and overall feel are immediately noticeable.
Q: Is there anything you had questions
or concerns about in regard to the tool?
A: Nope, they work great.
Q: What types of jobs/repairs
did you use this tool for?
A: I used the wrenches for front brake
work to aid in breaking free rusted caliper
bolts that were heavily seized and slightly
rounded from a vehicle owner attempting
to remove them themselves in a tight area
where the strut bolt interfered with a socket
being used. I also used the set for oil change
services and assembling components.
Q: On a scale of 1 to 10, how would
you rate this tool overall? Why?
A: 10 - The feel and design of these
wrenches are excellent and in my opinion
are a step above the Snap-on flank drive
wrenches for feel and torque delivery. The
smooth chrome and thickness of these
wrenches where you grip immediately
impress the user.
MIKE ROBINSON is a Master
Certified Technician with ASE,
State of Michigan, and service
vehicles all across Michigan.
Robinson has been an automotive
technician for over 23 years.
He was also a professional welder and fabricator
and has a passion for metalwork. Robinson is a
member of Trained by Techs and fully believes in
continuous training.
This product was given to the reviewer free of charge from the manufacturer.
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