Thread: 12mm square head sockets

Originally Posted by Aaron

Thanks guys.

Tank - the socket I needed was male. The plug is female.

Now I need a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter to fit my torque wrench

All sockets are female, I wouldn't bother with a torque wrench to retighten, if the thread is a bit sloppy (well used) you may strip the case. Use a ratchet length bar or move your hand halfway down the breaker bar and tighten with care, you can always check them the next day and nip up if necessary, Regards Frank.

I've only ever used the 1/2" drive end of a breaker bar or extension bar, too.

Ditto.
KISS.
Regards Philip A

Tank - Ill stick with the tourque wrench as the threads should still be pretty good (2002 110) This is the first service ive done on a car, so i cant exactly let experience guide me.

procrastination inc - filler/drain plugs require certain amounts of torque

Originally Posted by PhilipA

KISS.

ummm

*hugs you back*

thanks....

Originally Posted by Tank

If as you say it is a Male (sticking out) head then a shifter will do, with only 4 corners to grab on a socket will slip.

Not if it's a 12 point socket.

Originally Posted by Aaron

err..........

http://www.4x4xplor.com/images/aussi...0/DSC07432.jpg

Is this common practice?

yep - it's what I do anyway........

Originally Posted by Aaron

ummm

*hugs you back*

thanks....

ROTFLMAO. must be Mardi Gras time

KISS. Keep It Simple Stupid.

Originally Posted by Dougal

Not if it's a 12 point socket.

Try it then, Regards Frank.