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Old Sep 13, 2024 | 07:26 PM
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I find that I need a drag link socket to service my hydraulic lifter/tappet filter.
What brand of drag link do you recommend?
What is the width of the blade necessary?
What length of blade is best?


 
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Old Sep 13, 2024 | 08:09 PM
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FWIW ... A quality large screwdriver with a hex fitting on the shaft or a hex shaped blunt tip chisel may do the trick along with a wrench to fit the hex if you are in a pinch
 
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Old Sep 15, 2024 | 07:32 AM
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And then replace that stupid design with an Allen or hex head. Colony makes replacements.
https://www.partsgiant.com/p351264-c...MaAmAfEALw_wcB
 

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Originally Posted by Uncle Larry
FWIW ... A quality large screwdriver with a hex fitting on the shaft or a hex shaped blunt tip chisel may do the trick along with a wrench to fit the hex if you are in a pinch


Originally Posted by ehummelman
And then replace that stupid design with an Allen or hex head. Colony makes replacements.
https://www.partsgiant.com/p351264-c...MaAmAfEALw_wcB
I would never have found this replacement.



 

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Old Sep 16, 2024 | 01:33 PM
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I just use a 3/8" drive x 1/2" Slotted Bit Socket. I believe I purchased it at one of the larger chain auto stores.

Something similar to this.

https://www.tekton.com/3-8-inch-driv...ed-bit-sockets

Or you can pickup something like the Motion Pro Tappet Oil Filter Screw Plug Tool for HD.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2024 | 02:43 PM
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While not exactly what you asked for:
PITTSBURGH1/2 in. Drive Screwdriver Bit Socket Set, 6-Piece
 
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