Tools From Japan: Unboxing Every Ko-ken 3/8" Z-Series Ratchet!
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Maybe u should have the first ever Ko-Ken Tool Truck. Give them Snap-On guys something to think about.
I was actually planning to go this April for my birthday... That of course got canceled..
I have been using Ko-Ken tools for some time now.
In my opinion Ko-Ken makes good quality, strong & dependable tools.
An excellent choice brand for professional mechanics.
I completely agree that there is just something about a paper catalog that you don't get with an electronic version. I'm thoroughly enjoying my Koken tools so far. The quality is definitely top notch👌
💯 Pulled my catalog out just a bit ago and thumbed through it again. 😂 😂 😂 Day dreaming.
I have been using Koken tools for over 30 years.
The tools are excellent. However, as an aircraft engineer, I buy tools of various brands based on quality, design, purpose, price and how often I use that tool.
I have an eclectic collection of tools based on the design.
I have Armstrong (defunct USA brand...My favourite No 1 tool manufacturer for spanners especially), Craftsman, Easco, Koken (best socket extensions), Snap-on, Bahco, Gedore and an odd brand from Taiwan called Oxwall. I have real loyalty to buying the best of each litter!!!
I assess every tool for specific use and need...In my view the only way to select tools. They all work perfectly on any aircraft or vehicle. Metric and Imperial.
Mix'n match guys....
I'm the same, have a mix of everything. No one does it all perfect. Haha.
@user9823598246 oops, I do have Knipex side cutters and (what we call) Multigrips down here in Australia. Oh, and I've also got Bluepoint multigrips (the big mothers).
Koken can’t be beat. Amazon Japan is sweet.
Finally pulled the trigger on the nifty Koken 3/8 ratchet in the 1/4 body and a couple other odds and ends from Palmac. Thanks for saving me a couple bucks!
Awesome! Hope you enjoy them!
Dear Mr. SUBARU1387
I am so glad to have known ur videos, deep and most importantly ur honest view of things. U share ur knowledge with everyone without prestigious and with no alteior motive. Ur parents must be proud of you. I am glad to know u. Keep it up and God bless you and ur family. I learned a lot from u and not just about tools but ur personality.
Koken did make some tools for Truecraft Tools when Truecraft was in the tool buisness.I have a Truecraft 1/4 drive universal socket set in SAE that was made by Koken.
Yup, they sure did. Not very many it seams. The only examples I've seen are the nut-grip sockets. Date code from the early 90's.
I’ve actually been exploring past the tool truck and I’ve been liking a lot of the German tools, their knipex and their ratchets and other German brands
Wiha screwdrivers from Germany are some of the best in the world
@user9823598246 Wiha made their name selling screwdrivers..Their screwdrivers are all still made in Germany.
Some of their newer lines, pliers cutters etc are made in their own factory in Vietnam.
Wera make excellent screwdrivers, personally I prefer Wiha.
My favorite ratchet ever is made by FACOM
I've honestly not heard of Ko-ken before some of your vids. I like learning about new tools and suppliers though. 👍
Koken tools are gorgeous, no doubt. I’ve almost pulled the trigger on their crowfoot sockets a few times. More affordable than Snap On.
Was just using mine yesterday replacing an injector in my Duramax.
MrSubaru1387 I just ordered them with your coupon code 👍👍
Nice!! Gonna love them I'm sure.
I don't see the crows feet set on Koken USA?
@@jasonpsapp17 palmac.net/koken-rs3300fn-6-3-8-sq-drive-flare-nut-socket-set/
I recon after using tools for a while you have a pretty good idea of a good vs a bad tool within the first couple of uses.
Oh yeh I remember drooling over tool catalogue pages lining up my next tool haul .
I think Koken USA been off an easy game for close to a decade when should of been at a few trade events and making most of online retail .
Fact we had buy through independent tool dealers or amazon japan is evidence of missing a market sector .
Koken has some totally unique socketry and is proper nice quality .
I always expected them go up to at least a 60 tooth with ratchet mechanism, same feel but 60 tooth count be amazing .
Be cool to know their philosophy behind the ratchet mechanism and tooth count .
If I want cheap tools I usually buy Tekton but anymore, I pretty much stick with Snap-on, Knipex, or Tsunoda. U.S., German, and Japanese are the best there is. Thanks for showcasing another quality Japanese brand.
It seems like Koken USA is a bit higher priced thañ Amazon Japan. 2 to 3 or more times expensive. I'm sure much faster service but when adding to your tools the waiting isn't that bad as I already have most of the stuff. Just that Koken is so much better than what I'm using... So well built how they get that back drag a step ahead no doubt!
Thanks for turning me on to koken, I hadn’t heard of them before your videos. I have bought a few things, the backwards switch on the ratchet is a little weird to me but they are definitely high quality. Even the non zeal are awesome especially the extensions.
Thanks for the scoop!
With all those ratchets I would never cuss at my car again... Until I need something that's not a rachet.
Yes you need a koken tool truck!!
I want to try Koken however since they are a Japanese tool manufacturer they skip a few more sizes than usual and they also do not make SAE sockets
Thank you for the video. I have enjoyed the Subaru content over the years and learned to wrench on an Outback. Just returned to Okinawa Japan and have purchased my third Legacy B4. This time a 2011 2.5GT. Trying to find info on the special edition tS STI parts. The B4 needs some suspension work. Trying to find a Koken dealer on island to start getting some nicer tools to wrench on. If you ever need some JDM parts that won’t ship to the US, let me know.
How have I not heard of this?
When you reach a certain age, you start reaching for your half inch drive ratchet more and more often if and when you have the room for it.. At my current state of affairs, my breaker bar has become my best friend... Getting old sucks but leverage makes it suck just a little bit less.
Amen brother
Very nice! I need that koken 3/8 flex I guess “ standard size ratchet”
Flex head is great..Well done Ko-Ken..
You got me into Ko-ken! I can't wait for the giveaway
First time seeing this brand. They look sweet! Would love to see the TI tools featured.
TI tools?
While I think I'm going to stick with Snappy ratchets due to having good tooth engagement... I will say the Koken Z-eal sockets are my favorite sockets I have. I like Koken sockets more than Snappy, even though the Kokens are far more affordable. I want something like that yellow sign they gave you to put on my garage wall. I wonder if Palmac actually sells that (I'll check later) or if it was promotional for you only. I don't think I noticed it on their site when I made an order from them last month.
I definitely need something better than HF. Don't get me wrong, for my purposes it works, but trying to find something for the weekend mechanic that's affordable is hard.
Why did you want the 280mm non-flex vs the flex?
Great vid! Thanks for the discount code; every little bit counts in these unpredictable times. I'm hoping at least part of the giveaway is on CZcams for those of us without Instagram accounts. Also, here's an idea: Ko-ken tool Sambar. 😁
does koken make a z series locking flex head ratchet
Totally Cool. Will be purchasing some soon.
Nice! 👍🏻
they need to make a 16inch 3/8 flex
I have the 14 mm spark plug wrench, nice tool.
That it is. 👍🏻
The non flex 3/8 ratchet in the 1/4 body with 160mm length is calling my name ....
love the vids bro👍👍 btw is there a vid on how to replace the coolant line that runs along the valve cover on driver side on 05 OB , I cant find any and only info I found is to lift the motor which I find hard to believe, any advice would be great, I'll keep searching the forums, thx for channel
Coolant line that runs across the rocker cover? Can you send me a pic? MrSubaru1387@gmail.com or IG DM @mrsubaru1387
Hi MrSubaru, i really like your tool-videos. Keep them coming :)
At the moment i'm planning on getting more tools myself and i was wondering which brands you can reccomend when it comes to sockets. I am very fond of the Ko-Ken and would like to know how they compare with the Stahlwille and/or Hazet ones. I will probably go with impact sockets, do you have any expierience with those?
I don't have any hands on experience with Stahlwille, Hazet, nor Ko-ken impact sockets. I know each offer them. I'm sure they're of great quality, just as the other tools they make. Snap-on, MAC, Matco all have great impact sockets. Sunex, very affordable, very nice impact sockets as well.
Well i think i will give them a shot. Thank you. Do you know if one can buy directly from Koken? I am from germany and it is a little hard to get your hands on those tools over here... i wasn't able to find everything they make on amazon.jp...
@@kirito5635 hmm. Not sure if Ko-ken USA ships to Germany. May need to contact them via email from the kokenusa.com sight.
Checking out the Koken USA website, looks like you can't order them directly? That would be the first thing to fix if they want to get their tools out there. I can order Snap-On tools without having to chase down a truck (although that can be fun). Hopefully they fix that quickly.
They should really lean into the 'Made In Japan' angle too.
Ordering the 3725Z ratchet, sockets, and a couple screwdrivers now, the coupon code almost covers the cost of shipping. Prices are pretty reasonable, looking forward to trying them out.
Right mentioned that we're working on it. For now palmac.net is the storefront. But soon they're revamping and shifting e-commerce to koken-usa.
Hi Mr.Subaru ? for ya. How are the CVT and motors in new Crosstrek ...
How to grow the Ko-ken US tool market? Show the tools actually being used..Then the buyer gets why they are a great tool manufacturer. As I use them everyday...
Man! how much do i have to spend to get a sticker lol! You've got me hooked on Ko-ken! Going to place my second order soon... I already was hooked on jdm subaru parts lol
Haha. Pretty sure Koken USA sends stickers in most orders.
Cool tools
Definitely.🤙🏻
anybody know where koken tools are sold in europe?????
Is Koken USA the same? out of massachusetts?
Do you have any videos on what would cause the rear wheels to not be working? I've searched but can't find any info. 2011 Outback 2.5i Limited. I jacked it up and even the drive shaft isn't spinning.
I'm waiting for the Mr Subaru visits Japan video.
Planned to go in April of this year for my birthday. We know how that went. Lol
@@MrSubaru1387 I hear you, the kids were supposed to go visit grandma abroad this summer...
Those are good looking ratchets. I'm really impressed with koken tools you've been reviewing lately.
Just out of curiosity, how are the Vessel screwdrivers holding up?
Doing great. Plan to order some of the ratcheting ball head vessels soon to add to the Wood Compos.
This is so great.....ty
I have a KTC ratchet, it's says Japan on the handle, is this a Ko-Ken ? The little lever that changes direction is broken :( I have a lot of Japanese tools, most of then don't have a brand name on them, just Japan, they must be from the 1960's to 2000. I really enjoy your videos, keep them coming.
No. KTC is Kyoto Tool Company, no Ko-ken.
What do you like the best...Koken, Nepros, Tone..?
Of the three, Ko-ken takes first, hands down.
Nice looking ratchet. Does this enter me in the drawing?
Haven't yet announced the giveaway. 👍🏻
What do you recommend me do if my 2008 subaru legacy non turbo just hit 130k what I should replace or look at? Thougjt I would ask cauze your know everytning about subarus lol
Well, if you haven't done the time belt/ water pump replacement yet I'd do that. Other than that, nothing really special outside of the normal maintenance items.
@@MrSubaru1387 did that not to long ago and sweet thank you for replying keep up the content love it
Any chance to swap out an electric accelerator for a cable throttle body?
Is there a uk version?
Can you send me the link to koken USA
Why mr subaru you only need a 10 12 14 17 and 19? I do love your videos
That’s the only sizes used on a Subaru. Aside from 22mm and an occasional 8mm
Have you tried their drive to hex bit adapters? I was looking at their 1/2" to 1/4" hex impact adapter, 14139-1/4 Do you know what that slot on the side is for?
I have not.
Hey, I know this isn't a repair video but :( I need help!!
I have a gd impreza and its got a rotational whurring sound at 50kp/h
And it gets worse until about 70kp/h and the sound of the car covers it up at 100kp/h.
I had the same sound 2 years ago at the front. Was a broken hub, the wheel had a small amount of play. BUT both the rear wheels currently have no play but still make the same whurring sound. I really want to fix them myself but also want to know if there is more steps I can take to narrow it down to the bearing or could it be something else.. like brakes lightly stuck onto rotor? Maybe handbrake locked on? I just don't want to fork the $500 out for it to be something else
Anyone have any suggestions?
Recieved my second Koken ratchet today. A flex-head one. The backdrag is much higher on this one and the ratcheting mechanism is a louder than on my non-flex ratchet. The flex-head sounds much more like a sturdy Hazet/Stahlwille ratchet. Is that normal for the flex versions?
Found the solution.. the spring inside was stretched a good bit longer than on the non flex-head version.
Just bought an outback 2014 3.6 r
What is the best oil filter or top 3? Anyone?
1 OE Subaru filter.
2 WIX
3 Purolator
He did a filter comparison, it has links - get the JDM OEM filters.
Purolators are awesome. I know several mechanics that went to classes and seen proof they are just as efficient or better than most high end filters.
10:33 is the unboxing
What type of oil/lube do you recommend for the pawls?
I use Lucas Gun Oil
@@MrSubaru1387 Thank you.
Socketry
Need thay my brother
Vessel JAWSFIT contest
I commented without watching this video because im on wrench no fap.
I am trying not to covet those beautiful japanese wrenches for the sake of my wallet.
Have a nice day sir.
Am I mistaken or is there really no locking flex head ratchet in the z series?