Tool Review: VESSEL Tools Impact Ball, No. IB31P02U 

Dec. 8, 2022
Reviewed by Mario Rojas, Lead Diagnostics Tech, Autobahn Performance, Oakland Park, Fla.

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Q: How did the tool/equipment function as far as saving you time?

A: Saves me time by not breaking, unlike many of its competitors.

Q: How has using this tool impacted your shop’s profitability?

A: Saved me cost on tooling by not having to replace the bits.

Q: What kind of setup was involved before using the product?

A: No real setup. Ready to use as soon as tools are removed from packaging.

Q: How easy was it to use?

A: About as easy as any tool, ever. Truly impossible to mess up.

Q: How was its packaging? Did it come with any accessories?

A: The packaging is great. All of the bits are held thanks to the packaging retention. And it came with a 60mm extension.

Q: What features did you like?

A: The quality of the bits and the strength they have. I tried everything I could to break a bit, to no avail. I also love the container that it comes in, they are all labeled and easy to keep track of.

Q: Is there any way you could think to improve or add to this tool?

A: Including a 1/4' ratchet would make this a great kit!

Q: What types of jobs/repairs did you use this tool for?

A: I used this for very tight spaces, like under the dash for blower motor installations and other interior repairs under the seats and center console removal, cluster removal, etc.

Q: On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate this tool overall? Why?

A: 10, easily. Great build quality, packaging, storage, ease of use, and simplicity.  

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