Lube for ratchet spanners

[DIYspanner]

Just got a set of US Pro and wondering how to seep some thin oil into the rings to lube them.
How about I fill a tub with oil and let the ratchet heads stand in it for a hour or so?

 

[Stivino]

Are you planning on doing that with your new spanners?

 

[DIYspanner]

Are you planning on doing that with your new spanners?

I want to be sure the ratchets are well lubed as a I do with all ratchet handles I have.

 

[Stivino]

You might do more harm than good. I would think the manufacturer would have put an appropriate lubricant in there. One that is fit for purpose and long lasting. I fear you will wash that out and replace it with something less good.

 

[Mottie]

I’ve had ratchet spanner’s for over 45 years. Never ever lubricated them. Surely any oil you use is going to attract dirt and grit?

 

[Harry Bloomfield]

Same here, all I have ever done, is wipe them over with an oily rag.

 

[DIYspanner]

So basically, don't try to lube them.

 

[Stivino]

So basically, don't try to lube them.

Exactly

 

[TimboTwo]

So basically, don't try to lube them.

If it ain't broke, don't try to fix it.

 

[DIYspanner]

I am curious why folk make a fuss about the right lube for ratchet handles if ratchet spanners should go untouched with lube.

 

[Mottie]

I’ve never lubed a ratchet handle either. Been in the trade 45 years and never known anyone else to either. Are you using it excessively day in, day out or something?

 

[DIYspanner]

I’ve never lubed a ratchet handle either. Been in the trade 45 years and never known anyone else to either. Are you using it excessively day in, day out or something?

I've always lubed any ratchet handle I get. All the moving metal to metal contact surely wears them if not lubed I've thought.

 

[Harry Bloomfield]

I've always lubed any ratchet handle I get. All the moving metal to metal contact surely wears them if not lubed I've thought.

I have a couple of 80 year old ratchets, both still work fine, never repaired, never lubed.

 

[carmanmemoranda]

I am curious why folk make a fuss about the right lube for ratchet handles if ratchet spanners should go untouched with lube.

never heard or seen any discussion like that.

only time I've ever paid any attention to a ratchet and lube is after using 1 outdoors in the wet.