Hi I bought one myself , but tension needed to activate the ratcheting function seems quite high. Is that normal?
232919
Does not sound normal to me. Mine requires about as much as a run-of-the-mill ratchet wrench. Perhaps it will get a bit smoother with use, or perhaps you should have it replaced.
232920
I have no problem activating the ratchet, the control turns quite freely on the unit that I have.
232921
It is a little stiffer than some but not enough that I questioned it...maybe you received a faulty one.
232922
This is a very nice little ratchet. The ability to angle the handle is also nice. My ratchet does not require high force to activate the ratchet mechanism. I recommend that you return the tool & request a replacement. Cheers Dave
2132139
I haven't had this problem. I've been using mine for awhile, and all clamps cinch down nice and tight. The only ones that I've found need extra tight cinching, are the two handles as there's more leverage at work there. I actually was suspect that it would work as well as it does as the price was way below rigs from Red Rock Micro and Zacuto. But I've been pleasantly surprised. Something sounds wrong with yours and you may consider exchanging it.
23434
hi there all u have to do is turn the top of the ratchet head clockwise or counterclockwise to tighten the bolt or un tighten the bolt but use the required socket to complete the job
105595
It is ratcheted but with very little resistance. I prefer more "click" but it's usable.
421784
Mine worked fine, use a allen wrench to adjust the "up-down" and it worked great!If that don't do it you may need to send it back.
845002
I had the same problem initially - the tension on the cables is a little too tight. After using it a few weeks, the tension slacked and the plates fit together just fine. This machine does require frequent adjustments and maintenance. Check the pins and bolts often.
1300391
This is not how mine behaves. Mine actually holds the top position such that it feels like you are going to break it just before it moves down a click. Perhaps they were trying to remedy my extreme and resulted in yours.
457756
We bought one for Christmas and it started doing that. We found that the chain is coming off - but we couldn't tell until we took the chain guard off. Apparently the tension spring doesn't hold strong enough when the terrain is rough. We put it back on a couple of times and have since wrapped a wire around the tension rod to hold it. It now works perfectly!
1263111
The tension knob should simply screw on, it may take a few tries, but if you align it carefully, it will screw on easily. Don't force it as that could damage the threads, gently does it!
582207
it does take a little pushing effort but i think it's normal and i don't adjust it often. the company would know better than any amazon purchaser. i would call them before returning it.
436357
The tension screw does make a difference. I had that issue at first until I tightened the tension
696647
Sorry i didn't read the question right. They are ratcheting. But I'm surprised how well they work.
1094580
Mine came with enough tension such that it would not swivel unless tapped (with no socket attached) or moved by hand. There is a giant hex head bolt going through the swivel that you could probably tighten to adjust tension.
195585
I did the same thing it works perfectly fine and levels off w normal load.... heavy loads is will sag. I love the it rides better than new
1700400
I do not have a number. But I will say I have never been in a situation where it was a problem. Yes I have been there with cheap ratchets so I understand the question.
889514
There is a T handle screw on the top and you can adjust it to change the tension. I usually leave it at the same tension all the time because that is what I'm comfortable with, but some may want to adjust it. I love it - works well for me.
1150381
Mine was a little stiff at first as well, but make sure you're using a twisting motion more than a sliding-up motion.