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Aug 21, 2005 | 10:31 AM

yogi78

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Differential plug socket

Do you know where you can get an 8 point socket to take off the differential plug? I think its a 5/8. Thanks

Aug 21, 2005 | 10:57 AM

CA-Legal-Vette

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I got a set of 8 point Craftsman sockets on EBay. Pretty cheep too. I presume that you could order a single socket from Sears. Try their web page.

Aug 21, 2005 | 02:55 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by CA-Legal-Vette

I got a set of 8 point Craftsman sockets on EBay. Pretty cheep too. I presume that you could order a single socket from Sears. Try their web page.

Aug 21, 2005 | 03:42 PM

yogi78

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The local Sears store said that they couldn't get the 8 pt. sockets anymore but they are still listed on their website so I bet they are still available. Is the 5/8 the correct size?

Thanks again.

Aug 21, 2005 | 04:05 PM

BerniesVette

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I believe a 12 point socket will work. Try one till you find the right one.
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Aug 21, 2005 | 04:38 PM

pasvorto

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I couldn't find a socket to fit mine, so I wound up using a big crescent wrench.

Aug 21, 2005 | 04:46 PM

Techno

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Thats what I was wondering. Why not use an open end or even a pipe wrench? They are pipe plugs aren't they?

Aug 21, 2005 | 05:00 PM

C3 Stroker

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Quote:

Originally Posted by yogi78

Do you know where you can get an 8 point socket to take off the differential plug? I think its a 5/8. Thanks

A 3/4" 12 pt. socket fits and works nicely (this is what I use)....if the plug is especially tight, use an 18" breaker bar and an extension to give yourself some room; it should come off without slipping or rounding off.

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Aug 21, 2005 | 06:56 PM

big_G

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I believe the size is 9/16. Do yourself a favor and get all of the 8 point sockets. You will use most of them sooner or later.

Aug 21, 2005 | 08:48 PM

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greyghost79

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try this link......

www.mcmaster.com

i got a set from them, real reasonable, fast delivery. i've also found them very useful for a variety of tasks. everyone needs a set in their tool chest!!!!!!!!!