Mac Crash 78 1 Cars Posted June 21, 2015 (edited) Have acquired these but not exactly sure what they are for? 3/8" drive... anyone? Edited June 21, 2015 by Mac Crash Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackherer 543 Posted June 21, 2015 They're called Crows Foot sockets, you use them to undo nuts on pipes and/or in awkward places. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mac Crash 78 1 Cars Posted June 22, 2015 Gapped to go around pipes, I see, thanks... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ablister 31 Posted June 22, 2015 Crows feet are quite handy. Good for sensors, fuel pipes, brake pipes, difficult to reach bolts. You'll be using them in no time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mac Crash 78 1 Cars Posted June 22, 2015 Don't say that!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aldworth33 45 1 Cars Posted June 22, 2015 People always find uses to test their new tools, even if it doesn't need to be that specific tool it gets uses because it's shiney and new lol 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boldy205 75 Posted June 23, 2015 Another vote for ratchet spanners, love em! That and the rechargeable LED work light, lost it for a few days (under the bench!) didn't know what to do with out it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rikky 37 Posted June 25, 2015 (edited) 1. Mini bit ratchet 2. Skinny skirting board crowbar 3. Shotgun (2 of which are ever likely to be used on the 205) My most used tool has to be my chainsaw or my Dremel Edited June 25, 2015 by rikky Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey S 29 1 Cars Posted June 26, 2015 This is an amazing piece of kit. Used it so many times. http://www.lasertools.co.uk/item.aspx?cat=1273&item=11635 Also my sealey suspension tool gets passed around our workshop like currency!! http://www.workshopping.co.uk/product/suspension-arm-lever/VS3815/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=shop&utm_campaign=feed&gclid=CJqr6KOWrsYCFUHnwgod70AK5g Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silky 33 1 Cars Posted June 26, 2015 6ft scaffold pole gets my vote. Pure leverage when needed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mac Crash 78 1 Cars Posted January 16, 2016 (edited) Stopped in here on Friday... http://www.gibbtools.com/ to buy a new pair of rigger boots... Got distracted and came out with small tool purchase instead. 1. 3/8" drive Irwin nut/bolt grippers, going to go back on Monday and buy the 5pc expansion set as well. 2. Chicago Pneumatic inspection light with 12v car and mains charger (£29 inc VAT, cheapest and best I have seen so far) 3. Can of PlusGas, dismantling fluid. Looked at the Rattle guns for a while... still can't decide between cordless, wired or air.... I'll get another 6 months out of the boots. Edited January 16, 2016 by Mac Crash 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woodymi16 24 2 Cars Posted March 17, 2016 My new favourite tool, takes off drive shaft nuts in seconds Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
allye 530 3 Cars Posted March 17, 2016 At the garage we have a 1/2' drive air line gun about half the size of that and it's insane! Chicago pneumatic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stef205 92 1 Cars Posted March 17, 2016 This is my favourite tool, rated at 950nm hasnt failed to undo anything yet snapped a few sockets haha 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dynacord 6 1 Cars Posted March 21, 2016 (edited) I have the same, amazing tool and power. Does honda crankshaft bolt (the most stubborn bolt I've seen!) Edited March 21, 2016 by dynacord Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2-Pugs 57 Posted March 22, 2016 Have to ask about the brake pipe straightener (Tom), as your link doesn't seem to work any more. I have looked them up and have found a few different types, is there any particular make or type you recommend, or equally, don't recommend? One of my favorite tools is the Facom 'rotator' ratchet, pictured below. It works like a normal ratchet, but the grip of the handle also twists which allows you to wind up or down when there isn't much room to move the ratchet handle (or you only have space for a couple of clicks at a time, type of thing). I have the 1/4" and 1/2", a bit pricey but very nicely made. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tom Fenton 1,541 Posted March 22, 2016 Link mended. Kwix make the one I have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
allye 530 3 Cars Posted March 22, 2016 Got one of those facom ratchets at the workshop, never use it though! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tom Fenton 1,541 Posted March 22, 2016 I have the 3/8 one, to be honest similar to above, I don't very often use it, I find it too bulky, however for the odd job with bad access it is very useful at times. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nic G 4 Posted March 22, 2016 Have to ask about the brake pipe straightener (Tom), as your link doesn't seem to work any more. I have looked them up and have found a few different types, is there any particular make or type you recommend, or equally, don't recommend? One of my favorite tools is the Facom 'rotator' ratchet, pictured below. It works like a normal ratchet, but the grip of the handle also twists which allows you to wind up or down when there isn't much room to move the ratchet handle (or you only have space for a couple of clicks at a time, type of thing). I have the 1/4" and 1/2", a bit pricey but very nicely made. Looks good Rob, may be useful for lots of machanical things other than a Pug..... I'll have to go shopping for one now! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2-Pugs 57 Posted March 23, 2016 Yes I agree it is bulkier than your average ratchet, but as is sometimes the case, there's some occasions where I have found it really useful...mind you that was on cars other than the 205 which have a lot less room in the engine bay! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GLPoomobile 958 Posted March 28, 2016 This would be my favourite tool if I could afford one http://www.cleanlaser.de/wEnglish/produkte/high-power-cl-1000.php Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aldworth33 45 1 Cars Posted March 28, 2016 Yeah seen videos of it on Facebook, looks amazing in action Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan_M 66 1 Cars Posted March 28, 2016 My new favourite tool, takes off drive shaft nuts in seconds image.jpeg Which model is this? This is my favourite tool, rated at 950nm hasnt failed to undo anything yet snapped a few sockets haha Again, which model is this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
feb 47 Posted March 28, 2016 (edited) I tried to remove the top mount nut from a set of Subaru shocks I had lying around and my Clarke one wouldn't shift toffee. Took them to TGM and their battery powered Milwakee (as above I think) undid them without hassle! Edited March 28, 2016 by feb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
