Impact wrench
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Impact wrench
Some dodo tightened the lug nuts so tight, I can't budge them with a breaker bar.....or even a three foot pipe on the bar!
Thought maybe this might be the time to buy an electric impact wrench.
Don't want to invest in a hardly-ever used-compressor and hose.
Do electric ones work good?
Thought maybe this might be the time to buy an electric impact wrench.
Don't want to invest in a hardly-ever used-compressor and hose.
Do electric ones work good?
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From: FLOWER MOUND,TX
I've Seen On Tv The Nascar Pit Guys Use Them In Shop I Think They Said They Could Change 50 Wheels With Them Before Recharging...sounds Like Might Be Exspensive Though...might Be A Good Tool To Have When Broke Down Somewhere Or I'n Your Shop...let Me Know If You Try It And How Much...
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From: Rose City, MI
ive used one befor it worked pretty good, but they cost about the same as a compresser, but if you were only going to use it rarely i would get one. Check the torque rateing. you will need one rated 250 ft lbs or better probably to get them loose. Might want to try a longer pipe with a good breaker bar and socket so if you break them you can get them replaced for free. 
Good Luck with it.
p.s. i had that same problem once took a 6 ft pipe on a 4way lug wrench along with another person to hold the wrench strait.
Good Luck with it.p.s. i had that same problem once took a 6 ft pipe on a 4way lug wrench along with another person to hold the wrench strait.
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From: Wetumpka, Alabama
Originally Posted by 85F_150driver
ive used one befor it worked pretty good, but they cost about the same as a compresser,
I bought mine from Harbor Freight for under $50!! I love it!! Use it ALL the time!
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=45252
