Mechanix Gloves - Opinions Please - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

*Zilverado* · 10-01-2003, 05:19 PM

Hey, do any of you Guys and Gals use those "Mechanix" gloves when working on your trucks? You see the guys on TV wearing them quite a bit. I happened to be in an auto parts store the other night and tried on a pair. They seemed comfortable enough...

I'm always trying to think of possible Christmas gift ideas for myself - this might be one. Might save a knuckle or two, too.

What do y'all think?

Russell · 10-01-2003, 05:21 PM

I could definitly use a pair of them, my hands are just covered with cuts and scrapes...

MSL · 10-01-2003, 05:26 PM

I use them they are very good gloves but it can be a pain to start bolts whem wearing them but overall well worth the money to me.

*Zilverado* · 10-01-2003, 05:41 PM

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Originally posted by MSL
I use them they are very good gloves but it can be a pain to start bolts whem wearing them but overall well worth the money to me.

Yah, I can imagine some of the finer work might not be the greatest while wearing them. I used to have a pair of very soft, snug fitting leather work gloves I would use to work on my vehicles during the winter - they worked well, too. Keeps a guy from burning his hands on hot exhaust, etc.

How do these "Mechanix" gloves stand up to getting oily/greasy? Is the material OK with this?

1974ChevyC10 · 10-01-2003, 05:49 PM

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Originally posted by Zilverado

Yah, I can imagine some of the finer work might not be the greatest while wearing them. I used to have a pair of very soft, snug fitting leather work gloves I would use to work on my vehicles during the winter - they worked well, too. Keeps a guy from burning his hands on hot exhaust, etc.

How do these "Mechanix" gloves stand up to getting oily/greasy? Is the material OK with this?

i wore a pair once while installing a transmission into a vehicle and even while getting completely soaked in burned tranny fluid they still held up and the oil helped loosen them up alot since they were new gloves when i tried them and kinda stiff.i think my dad still has them i borrowed them from him and also they can be a pain when it comes to things like loosening bolts by hand.

*1FaastC10* · 10-01-2003, 06:03 PM

personally, i wear mine all the time. i've probably got 6 pairs. i dont have any problems with starting bolts, or taking bolts out by hand at all.

PHOENIX · 10-01-2003, 06:11 PM

I tried on a pair of the craftsman ones that are on sale for $10 (reg. $20). They felt ok, but I was not real impressed (wouldnt be easy to use finger tips). I need to check out the mechanix brand and see how they are.

78SilveradoSWB · 10-01-2003, 06:12 PM

They work great for me, when I remember to put them on. When I don't, I am cussing when I am washing my hands. A few problems picking washers up though.

*Zilverado* · 10-01-2003, 06:20 PM

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Originally posted by 78SilveradoSWB
They work great for me, when I remember to put them on. When I don't, I am cussing when I am washing my hands. A few problems picking washers up though.

WOW lot's of great experience out there with these. Maybe they need to come up with a magnetic finger tip version...

As far as starting bolts, I think they should be OK for me. I have fairly long fingers, and I find they fill the gloves quite nicely and stay quite snug - but not too tight.

Thanks for all the feedback. This is why we all love this forum.

Hard_Core_Hick · 10-01-2003, 06:24 PM

i have been using my mountian biking gloves for the longest time and i dont see any diffrenace and some times the bike gloves are cheaper then the mechanixs gloves

76bonanza · 10-01-2003, 06:35 PM

they are great for hot parts headers exhust and stuff.

79BIG10 · 10-01-2003, 08:01 PM

I couldn't find any my size even XXL are too small for me

What I've used before (and need to find some more) are the hunting style neoprene gloves. These work great and are gripped on the palm side to grip everything.

1980chevy4x4 · 10-01-2003, 08:11 PM

The Craftsman ones are made by Mechanix. I have a pair, i like them alot.

*1FaastC10* · 10-01-2003, 08:28 PM

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Originally posted by PHOENIX
I tried on a pair of the craftsman ones that are on sale for $10 (reg. $20). They felt ok, but I was not real impressed (wouldnt be easy to use finger tips). I need to check out the mechanix brand and see how they are.

the Craftsman glove ARE mechanix brand gloves, just look at the tag on the inside.

86SILVERADO · 10-01-2003, 09:57 PM

I hate to say it but I bought a pair a couple years ago when they first came out and wasted them in one day. I am sorry but I cannot afford to spend 15 and change on a pair of gloves that only lasted me a day. Get yourself a box of 50 latex gloves and when you burn through the first pair then put on the next pair at a cost of about 10 cents. I also remember being driven crazy by the fact that I could not handle the 13mm nuts in my VW worth a damn with those gloves on and there are alot of 13mm nuts in an old VW bus not to mention the fact that you can't see a single one of the studs that you need to thread them on to. My opinion is that when I really needed to get some work done the gloves had to come off. They were the Mechanix brand. Just my 10 cents.

maineiac · 10-02-2003, 07:45 AM

I have a pair that I use for all hot work. I have used them for two seasons on a race team and still going strong. I got the idea from a nascar buddie who used them on his team. You try to take out a few hot plugs out of an engine just off the track and you might change your mind. BTW there are different grades of Mechanix wear gloves check a source like jeggs or summit and get the right pair for you.

*1FaastC10* · 10-02-2003, 09:03 AM

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Originally posted by 86SILVERADO
I hate to say it but I bought a pair a couple years ago when they first came out and wasted them in one day. I am sorry but I cannot afford to spend 15 and change on a pair of gloves that only lasted me a day.

read the paperwork carefully, and keep your recipt. they're guaranteed for life...

BigRed · 10-02-2003, 09:09 AM

I stand by my pair of mechanix gloves. They have been a life saver for me with this TV cable problem. Rarely, I have to pull over and reset the cable. If you've ever done this, you'll know that's not an easy task when the engine is hot. However, these gloves saved me from burning myself. I keep them in my truck at all times!

*Zilverado* · 10-02-2003, 05:17 PM

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Originally posted by Riptide's 78p/u
all i'm gonna say is U aint wrenchin' if u aint gettin dirty

Well, judging from the responses I'd say these gloves would make an excellent stocking stuffer - - in MY stocking this Christmas.

Actually, I kinda expected more responses like Rip's. And on some carnal "man" level, I agree with him. I certainly don't mind getting my hands dirty, but I can do without all the exhaust pipe and manifold burns on my knuckles...

PHOENIX · 10-02-2003, 05:28 PM

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Originally posted by 1FaastC10

the Craftsman glove ARE mechanix brand gloves, just look at the tag on the inside.

Well they may be made by them, but they are not the same. Because I was at sears and tried on the craftman ones. They felt nice and everything, but I wish the finger tips were a little shorter.
The mechanix one felt thicker with padding in different spots. I need to try on a few different pairs and see which ones fit my hand the best. The finger tip thing was the only thing that stopped me.

The finger tip magnet idea is great!!!!
Get a patent on that!

*1FaastC10* · 10-02-2003, 05:44 PM

padding? Mechanix Gloves dont have padding. MPact gloves do. i've got a pair of Mechanix gloves, and a pair of Craftsman gloves right next to me. identical gloves except for whats printed on the backside.

as for the fingertips needing to be shorter, i think you just need to grow your fingers out a bit. cant expect someone to make a product that will fit 100% of the people.

chevychic · 10-02-2003, 06:26 PM

Sounds like I need to get a pair of these. Wonder if they make a child's size? Cuz that's probably the only way they'll fit my hands.

*Zilverado* · 10-02-2003, 06:50 PM

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Originally posted by chevychic
Sounds like I need to get a pair of these. Wonder if they make a child's size? Cuz that's probably the only way they'll fit my hands.

Hey Heather, never mind ol' Ripper there

If you go to the following link, it shows all of the Mechanix Wear products. Near the bottom of the page is "Kid's Crew", maybe you could get something to work.

http://www.mechanix.com/all_products.asp

PS
I know what it's like needing kid's stuff - my wife has such small feet that she often buys kid's shoes and boots just so they fit properly...

10-01-2003, 05:19 PM	#1
Zilverado Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 798	Mechanix Gloves - Opinions Please Hey, do any of you Guys and Gals use those "Mechanix" gloves when working on your trucks? You see the guys on TV wearing them quite a bit. I happened to be in an auto parts store the other night and tried on a pair. They seemed comfortable enough... I'm always trying to think of possible Christmas gift ideas for myself - this might be one. Might save a knuckle or two, too. What do y'all think?

10-01-2003, 05:21 PM	#2
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	I could definitly use a pair of them, my hands are just covered with cuts and scrapes... __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

10-01-2003, 06:11 PM	#7
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	I tried on a pair of the craftsman ones that are on sale for $10 (reg. $20). They felt ok, but I was not real impressed (wouldnt be easy to use finger tips). I need to check out the mechanix brand and see how they are. __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

10-01-2003, 06:12 PM	#8
78SilveradoSWB Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 1,615	They work great for me, when I remember to put them on. When I don't, I am cussing when I am washing my hands. A few problems picking washers up though. __________________ Mitch 1978 Chevrolet Silverado C 10 454 BB, TH400

10-01-2003, 06:24 PM	#10
Hard_Core_Hick Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Canada Posts: 133	i have been using my mountian biking gloves for the longest time and i dont see any diffrenace and some times the bike gloves are cheaper then the mechanixs gloves __________________ I need a 454 4 barrel and dad wont let me get one

10-01-2003, 05:26 PM	#3
MSL Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: So.Oregon Posts: 765	I use them they are very good gloves but it can be a pain to start bolts whem wearing them but overall well worth the money to me.

10-01-2003, 06:03 PM	#6
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	personally, i wear mine all the time. i've probably got 6 pairs. i dont have any problems with starting bolts, or taking bolts out by hand at all.

10-01-2003, 06:35 PM	#11
76bonanza Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: St robert Mo Posts: 2,001	they are great for hot parts headers exhust and stuff. __________________ 1968 c10 lowered 3" 4" 355/Th400 built by Hatfield racing in joplin MO

10-01-2003, 08:01 PM	#12
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	I couldn't find any my size even XXL are too small for me What I've used before (and need to find some more) are the hunting style neoprene gloves. These work great and are gripped on the palm side to grip everything. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

10-01-2003, 08:11 PM	#13
1980chevy4x4 Got Mud? Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 361	The Craftsman ones are made by Mechanix. I have a pair, i like them alot. __________________ Dan Got mud?

10-01-2003, 09:57 PM	#15
86SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hills of Western Mass Posts: 626	I hate to say it but I bought a pair a couple years ago when they first came out and wasted them in one day. I am sorry but I cannot afford to spend 15 and change on a pair of gloves that only lasted me a day. Get yourself a box of 50 latex gloves and when you burn through the first pair then put on the next pair at a cost of about 10 cents. I also remember being driven crazy by the fact that I could not handle the 13mm nuts in my VW worth a damn with those gloves on and there are alot of 13mm nuts in an old VW bus not to mention the fact that you can't see a single one of the studs that you need to thread them on to. My opinion is that when I really needed to get some work done the gloves had to come off. They were the Mechanix brand. Just my 10 cents.

10-02-2003, 07:45 AM	#16
maineiac Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: South Carolina Posts: 104	I have a pair that I use for all hot work. I have used them for two seasons on a race team and still going strong. I got the idea from a nascar buddie who used them on his team. You try to take out a few hot plugs out of an engine just off the track and you might change your mind. BTW there are different grades of Mechanix wear gloves check a source like jeggs or summit and get the right pair for you.

10-02-2003, 09:09 AM	#18
BigRed Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,680	I stand by my pair of mechanix gloves. They have been a life saver for me with this TV cable problem. Rarely, I have to pull over and reset the cable. If you've ever done this, you'll know that's not an easy task when the engine is hot. However, these gloves saved me from burning myself. I keep them in my truck at all times! __________________ Scott Shelbourne

10-02-2003, 05:44 PM	#21
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	padding? Mechanix Gloves dont have padding. MPact gloves do. i've got a pair of Mechanix gloves, and a pair of Craftsman gloves right next to me. identical gloves except for whats printed on the backside. as for the fingertips needing to be shorter, i think you just need to grow your fingers out a bit. cant expect someone to make a product that will fit 100% of the people.

10-02-2003, 06:26 PM	#22
chevychic Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Chanhassen, MN Posts: 1,061	Sounds like I need to get a pair of these. Wonder if they make a child's size? Cuz that's probably the only way they'll fit my hands. __________________ *ChevyChic* 86 Chevy K-10 If I can't be a good example, then I'll just have to be a horrible warning. "You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think" - Christopher Robin



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