DeWalt TOUGHSERIES 3 Drive Mechanics Tool Set (242 pc.)

TOUGHSERIES 3 Drive Mechanics Tool Set (242 pc.)

Features

  • Ratchets with 144-tooth dual-pawl mechanism for 2.5° arc swing
  • Powerjaw sockets and wrenches designed to increase torque on rounded fasteners
  • Chrome vanadium steel construction
  • Full-polish chrome finish for corrosion resistance
  • Quick-release ratchet mechanism for one-handed operation
  • Stamped size markings for visibility
  • Wrenches with 15° offset and long-panel forging to improve access and torque
  • Set packed in a durable case for organization and transport
  • Full lifetime warranty

Specifications

Drive Sizes 1/4\", 3/8\", 1/2\"
Ratchet Tooth Count 144T
Arc Swing 2.5 degrees
Material Chrome vanadium steel
Finish Full-polish chrome
Warranty Full lifetime warranty
Standards Meets or exceeds ANSI/ASME standards
Case Durable fitted case for organization and portability
Contents {"Adapters" => 3, "Hex keys" => 28, "Nut bits" => 15, "Bit driver" => 1, "Extension bars" => 9, "Screwdriver bits" => 44, "Universal joints" => 3, "1/2\\\" 144T ratchet" => 1, "1/4\\\" 144T ratchet" => 1, "3/8\\\" 144T ratchet" => 1, "Spark plug sockets" => 3, "3/8\\\" Torx bit sockets" => 8, "Combination wrenches (MM/SAE)" => 10, "3/8\\\" hex bit sockets (MM/SAE)" => 9, "1/2\\\" 6pt sockets (standard & deep)" => 36, "1/4\\\" 6pt sockets (standard & deep)" => 30, "3/8\\\" 6pt sockets (standard & deep)" => 40}

Comprehensive 242-piece mechanics tool set containing 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" drive ratchets, sockets, combination wrenches and a range of accessories organized in a fitted case. Ratchets use a 144-tooth mechanism for small swing increments and the sockets and wrenches use a powerjaw design intended to improve engagement on rounded fasteners. Tools are forged from chrome vanadium steel with a polished chrome finish.

Model Number: DWMT45417

Project Ideas

Business

Mobile Assembly & Install Service

Offer on-site assembly for furniture, fitness equipment, playsets, and storage racks. The full case plus quick-release ratchets keeps jobs efficient, Torx/hex bits cover most brands, and the 2.5° arc swing lets you work in cramped apartments—perfect for fixed-price local gigs.


Driveway Small-Engine Tune-Ups

Provide seasonal tune-ups for mowers, snow blowers, generators, and trimmers. Use spark plug sockets, nut driver bits, and extensions to service plugs, shrouds, and carb linkages quickly. Package services (plug, blade swap, belt check) and book neighborhood routes for volume.


Fastener Rescue & Hardware Swap

Specialize in removing rounded, rusted, or seized bolts on cars, bikes, appliances, and furniture, then replace with quality hardware. The powerjaw sockets/wrenches and fine-tooth ratchets excel on stubborn fasteners with limited swing. Market as an on-call “we fix stripped bolts” service.


Workplace Pop-Up Bike Maintenance

Set up at offices or apartment complexes for same-day tune-ups: brake and shift adjustments, accessory installs, and bolt checks. The compact case, metric tools, and Torx bits cover most modern bikes. Sell service tiers and recurring monthly visits.


Tool-Enabled Workshops & Rentals

Rent the set for weekend DIYers with add-on kits (pipe furniture, bike rack, garage shelving). Host small classes teaching safe fastener work, torque basics, and extraction tricks. The lifetime warranty and full-polish finish reassure renters, and checklists reduce lost pieces.

Creative

Industrial Pipe + Wood Furniture

Build modular shelves, a desk, or a media console using black iron pipe, flanges, and hardwood boards. The 1/2" and 3/8" sockets, wrenches, and nut bits make quick work of lag screws, carriage bolts, and pipe clamp hardware. The 144T ratchets help in tight angles near walls, and the powerjaw profile saves stubborn fasteners on reclaimed lumber brackets.


Custom Car Roof/Cargo Rack

Fabricate a low-profile aluminum/steel roof rack with U-bolts, crossbars, and accessory mounts. Use the Torx bit sockets and hex keys for factory rail hardware, extensions and universal joints for hidden fasteners, and the 2.5° arc swing to tighten brackets under trim without removing headliners.


Bike Overhaul and Gravel Conversion

Strip, clean, and rebuild a commuter bike into a gravel-ready rig: swap stem/handlebar, install wider tires, add racks and fenders, and refresh drivetrain. The metric hex keys, Torx bits, and small 1/4" drive sockets fit modern components; the fine-tooth ratchet is clutch in tight clearances around derailleurs and disc calipers.


Mini-Bike or Go-Kart Revival

Rescue an old frame or kit: mount engine, align sprockets, set chain tensioners, and secure steering components. Use deep sockets for axle nuts, spark plug sockets for tune-ups, and the powerjaw wrenches to deal with rounded or rusted farm-find fasteners. The fitted case keeps everything organized trackside.


Flat-Pack Furniture Upgrades

Turn budget flat-pack pieces into durable, industrial-style furniture by adding steel corner braces, casters, and inset threaded inserts. The bit driver and screwdriver bits speed disassembly, 1/4" and 3/8" sockets handle bolts cleanly, and the 15° offset wrenches help reach awkward bracket locations.