Author Topic: Refurbed wheels - which socket? (Read 1849 times)

skard · « **on:** January 24, 2013, 05:10:10 pm »

My alloys are in being refurbed, so I guess it's time to buy a socket that offers a bit of protection when removing bolts.

What are you guys using?

Would this suffice? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/260841234661?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Tortaruga · « **Reply #1 on:** January 24, 2013, 05:10:57 pm »

That one will do nicely.

skard · « **Reply #2 on:** January 24, 2013, 05:22:52 pm »

andybon · « **Reply #3 on:** January 24, 2013, 05:51:45 pm »

I just use a halfords professional 17mm deep 1/2" drive socket with a layer of electrical loom fabric tape wrapped around it. Works a treat.

skard · « **Reply #4 on:** January 24, 2013, 05:54:32 pm »

I bought that other one, but will probably wrap it in felt electrical tape after it's been used a few times

Andy · « **Reply #5 on:** January 24, 2013, 06:02:05 pm »

that's the type i use at work with no issues

MC71 · « **Reply #6 on:** January 24, 2013, 06:13:21 pm »

Hadn't even thought of one of these. Good call.

..........Goes off to press "Buy It Now"

skard · « **Reply #7 on:** January 24, 2013, 06:27:05 pm »

Hadn't even thought of one of these. Good call.

..........Goes off to press "Buy It Now"

260990469242 is cheaper

Hedge · « **Reply #8 on:** January 24, 2013, 07:55:19 pm »

Halfords do them.

cupra87 · « **Reply #9 on:** January 24, 2013, 08:08:33 pm »