R-70-B

[Drew]

Hi y’all, I’m a new member, Names Drew… I have a R-70-B ratchet that I can’t happen to find any history or info on.. I know it’s a refrigeration ratchet.. but I’d like to know the history on it… Also have a F-70 ratchet as well .. thanks in advance for any feedback

[snapmom]

the R70B would probably be late 60s, here is one in the 65 catalog. page 58
https://collectingsnapon.com/2023/02/03 ... alog-z/60/

[snapmom]

The F70 would be early 30s, two main types. the flat selector is hard to find.

[Drew]

Thanks a lot so here’s pictures of my ratchet’s … I noted that my F70 has the same star as the flat one.. mine broke along its gurney… hey should I leave as is or try to find a re build kit ?

[Drew]

Sorry I had to resize the photos because file size was too large … here’s the ratchet’s

[snapmom]

you can take it apart and oil it. (use a plastic bag so you will not lose parts.) put it in a vise inside the bag, using a brass punch, tap the plate out from the rear. oil it replace the faceplate. will have to use a brass hammer, punch to reset the plate.
you can make a selector switch from a finishing nail.