Clutch Adjustment Tool
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Clutch Adjustment Tool
I recently adjusted my clutch. I read a posting on here recently that suggested you weld a hex nut to the top of an 11/16 socket so you can tighten the retaining nut while holding the hex screw with an allen wrench, through the socket bottom. I was able to borrow an 11/16" spark plug socket from a mechanic buddy, which of course already has a hex top on it. I decided to buy one and they just plain are not available. I checked MAC Tools, Craftsman, Snap-On, and S&K, and E-Bay and nobody makes an 11/16" Spark Plug Socket. My mechanic buddy called his Snap-On rep and it ends up that this socket has been discontinued, but they still have boxes of them in their warehouse. He told me the cost is about $20.00 and I should have it tomorrow. If you are in need of a socket to adjust your clutch you may want to call Snap-On and ask for this.
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RE: Clutch Adjustment Tool
I bought a "gearwrench" set of SAE tools. These are the socket sets that have the hole all the way through them. http://www.gearwrench.com/ratchet_an...chet/index.jsp
This toolset is a godsend and I plan to buy a metric set for working on my other vehicles in the future. I simply put the socket with the extension on it, and the allen wrench fits right down the center.
This toolset is a godsend and I plan to buy a metric set for working on my other vehicles in the future. I simply put the socket with the extension on it, and the allen wrench fits right down the center.
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RE: Clutch Adjustment Tool
I've been adjusting my clutch for years without any special socket. But if a man wanted one, why not just take a cheapo deepwell socket and grind two flats on either side of it so you could turn it with an adjustable wrench while holding an allen thru the center?
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I've been adjusting my clutch for years without any special socket. But if a man wanted one, why not just take a cheapo deepwell socket and grind two flats on either side of it so you could turn it with an adjustable wrench while holding an allen thru the center?
I've been adjusting my clutch for years without any special socket. But if a man wanted one, why not just take a cheapo deepwell socket and grind two flats on either side of it so you could turn it with an adjustable wrench while holding an allen thru the center?
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