Seeking your socket secrets
March 27, 2008
The wrench you see here comes from the recently-reviewed Stanley 99-piece socket set.
It's actually taken from a group of tools our readers requested for their Father's Day wish list, to be featured in our user-generated June issue.
We'd also like to share some tips from you, the readers, on using the tools we're showing.
So I'm starting with the socket set—any tricks or techniques to share? Has your socket set ever gotten you out of a jam? Think you use yours in a way not many folks know?
Let us know in the comments below. In the next day or two, the HA will be running several of the tools for which we need your advice.
Posted by Harry Sawyers | Categories: Hand Tools | Permalink
(5) Comments
Hey Harry, It sure would be great if you had a link to a video that would show me how to install tapcon concrete screws.
Only coment about sockets from me is that if you have 16 point sockets you have sockets with 8 points too many. The 8 point socket will grip better and reduce the slipped wrench or skined kuckels to a bearable level
I agree. that we don't have enough visual aids
and would really appreciate one on proper use of Tapcons.
If you are bumping knuckles, skinning hands, then you are doing it wrong. Ya'll be safe out there!
Using the larger breaker bar, and the correct socket to fit the head of the bolt or the nut, (in matching the number of faces), is an integral part of correct tool use.
The object is to work 'smarter' which ends up as usually finishing a bit earlier, without an work stoppages to treat the injured.
Ganpa Able, Trere is a great tapcon video on www.confast.com
Here's my tip: If you've ever have a screw in a really tight spot, chuck a screwdriver bit into a 1/4" socket. The assembly takes up less space than a stubby screwdriver, and lets you put a lot of torque into the job.