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I see alotta guys on here doing there own repairs / installs so wondered if anyone has a rec on some of these sockets that work well and arent stupid expensive?
You can probably get by with just the joint socket and use what you already have. I have a few different less-expensive brands, and I have never had an issue with them. They came in handy last week when I needed to repair my 150. That #4 cylinder is a PITA. Amazon has a bunch in the 20–50-dollar range.
Not sure what all sizes you need. This is the set that Arod from the Powerstroke Tech Talk YouTube page recommended to me when he did my DCR. Its a great set
I used my Blue Point 1/4" set and went to Harbor Freight for wobble extensions for my S&S DPK install and yes, they helped, as recommended on the Thorough Diesel You Tube video i watched and took notes on thd disaster kit install.
I use my BP set all the time with my truck and inside my house. I keep it in a tool bag in the back seat with other tools as well. I also scored a great set of 1/2 inch sockets/ratchet at my local NAPA on clearance... dirt cheap, it was a great acquisition for the truck tool set.
Having wobble sockets and/or extensions are great for when you have to get in a tight space and cheap enough at Harbor Freight or on Amazon.
I bought a set of wobble extensions from HF as well and also used a universal joint socket adapter though sometimes those don't work well if it's a tight space (which it always is). I'd like to get a set of wobble sockets.
I bought a set of wobble extensions from HF as well and also used a universal joint socket adapter though sometimes those don't work well if it's a tight space (which it always is). I'd like to get a set of wobble sockets.
Yeah great point... I had a universal 1/4 inch joint that I used. Also had a wobble socket for those upper intake manifold bolts that I borrowed from my buddy. I need to get a set of wobble sockets also...
HF wobble sockets work well for me. Gear Wrench makes decent sockets too, but haven't tried any wobble extensions. Had Snap-On once, they got stolen, never replaced.
HF wobble sockets work well for me. Gear Wrench makes decent sockets too, but haven't tried any wobble extensions. Had Snap-On once, they got stolen, never replaced.
Harbor Freight works for me.... that Blue Point ratchet/socket set was a gift from a friend who I did a favor for.
Out of all the different makes of tools, Snap-On, Craftsman, Harbor Freight, Crescent, Gear Wrench, the only sockets I have ever cracked were Craftsman. Cracked a 3/4" and a 13mm.
wobble sockets work great for me...better than sockets with universal joints....broke a few universal joint sockets.
my biggest problem with any socket is them slipping off the extensions or ratchets .....seems like the locking ***** can slip and release the socket into the engine black hole.....would be nice if there were ratchets or extensions that only release if you unlock them vs the spring loaded ball that lets you pull them off ...and wear faster.
my biggest problem with any socket is them slipping off the extensions or ratchets .....seems like the locking ***** can slip and release the socket into the engine black hole.....would be nice if there were ratchets or extensions that only release if you unlock them vs the spring loaded ball that lets you pull them off ...and wear faster.
My sockets with a hole in the side for the detent ball hold on very well. Assuming that I get it lined up properly. My sockets without the hole don't hold on as well.
I have one 3/8" extension that I know will absolutely not hold onto the socket no matter what. I use it only when I absolutely have to.
This is the only set of "wobblers" I have; they are shallow sockets and go with the small air tool. I carry the sockets in the truck as I can use them with my Milwaukee stuff.
Just a side note: wobbler sockets and joint sockets are not the same thing.
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