There are many types of socket sets available in the market for you to buy, but before we look at the various classifications, let’s delve into what a socket set is. What is a socket set? The purpose of a socket set is to enable mechanics and maintenance workers to quickly slacken, tighten or remove bolts altogether from vehicles and machines in various tasks. Sockets sets differ in the grade of a set, as there are sets for beginners up to professional level and are available in hard carry cases to make them highly portable for use in maintenance or garage settings or trays which are perfect to store in a toolbox. Socket set measurements Traditionally, socket sets were measured imperially, such as the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) type of socket used in the US on domestic vehicles. Contemporary vehicles generally need metric sockets measured in millimeters and are
What are locking wheel nut removers
Category: DIY Tools
Locking wheel nut removers deliver a fast and effective method for removing locking nuts from wheels when the key for the nut has been lost or the nut itself is damaged and spinning. Some locking wheel nut removers are specific to car makers, whereas some manufacturers supply universal kits that will work successfully on most vehicle brands. However, before we delve further into how locking wheel nut removers work, let’s explore why they are needed in the first instance. Why do car wheels have locking nuts? Alloy wheels were a ubiquitous target for thieves, who, before locking nuts were fitted as standard, could be removed in a straightforward fashion, allowing the criminals to escape with the set of alloys ready to sell on. Some older vehicles are still fitted with traditional wheel nuts. If your car doesn’t have any locking nuts but possesses some fancy alloys, it is worth installing
