Tools! - Crimpin ain't easy but it is necessary.

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Lufiron: Nov 24, 2005

Mad Dragon posted:

Yeah, I have to use regular sockets on wheels with deep lug holes. An impact socket would bang against it and chip the paint or chrome.

I bought these:

http://fishertool.manufacturer.globalsources.com/si/6008812211889/pdtl/Automotive-tool/1001612990/Impact-Socket-Set.htm

for exactly this reason. Thin wall impact socket with protective plastic sleeve. Perfect for high dollar wheels, or obnoxious aftermarket snowtire packages.

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Lufiron: Nov 24, 2005

whiskas posted:

Is it safe to unscrew bolts with a torque wrench?

Not unsafe, but you could damage your torque wrench. Best case scenario is that you knock it out of calibration.

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Lufiron: Nov 24, 2005

Marauder Stig posted:

What are good drill bits for drilling through steel? I Stripped a driveshaft bolt in my car

Would really help if these were readily available at Home Depot or other brick and mortar type store. Also, what would be a good lubricant to use on the drill bits?

Any advice helps...never had to drill through steel before.

I have a set of Irwin 8% cobalt drill bits that people who borrow from me say is the best drill bit set they've ever used. I got them from a Mac Tools distributor when I inquired about a set of Mac drill bits. He told me don't bother with Mac stuff, get the Irwin set. I trusted him, especially since his living is made on selling Mac tools and hes telling me not to bother with that.

http://www.irwin.com/tools/drill-bits/29-piece-cobalt-m-42-metal-index-drill-bit-set

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