d3xnij Posted August 30, 2004 Report Share Posted August 30, 2004 whats the difference ? i got a link with both types.. and a few options, not sure what sockets to go for heres the links. maby somone culd help me out. jesus christ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read Message Add Sender To Address Book Block Sender Print Message Move To: (Select A Folder)Trash Can Reply Reply To All Forward Delete Previous Next Close Date: 8/30/2004 6:11:03 PM To: "'ped@rock.com'" <ped@rock.com> CC: From: "Hosking, John" <john.t.hosking@snapon.com> Subject: RE: Online catalog questions, comments 1/4" Drive Sockets: http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/catalog2.as...+Drive&store=uk 3/8" Drive Sockets: http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/catalog2.as...+Drive&store=uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tats4life Posted August 30, 2004 Report Share Posted August 30, 2004 pretty much the size of the ratchet you have to use. I'd get the 3/8 dr. Because you can put more leverage on a 3/8 in. drive than a 1/4 in. drive. I use all 3/8 and 1/2 inch drive sockets at work. I just ordered some midget ratchets so I can get in those tight spots on certain jet ski's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigboybanshee Posted August 30, 2004 Report Share Posted August 30, 2004 The difference in size pertains to what size ratchet you use them with....hence, 1/4" sockets go with a 1/4" ratchet...3/8" sockets go with a 3/8" ratchet...different sized ratchets for different sized jobs. If it helps you any I mainly use a 3/8" ratchet and sockets for "most" jobs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theeechozen1 Posted August 30, 2004 Report Share Posted August 30, 2004 The main difference is the cost...heh....my 1/4 impact set put me in debt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racer Posted August 30, 2004 Report Share Posted August 30, 2004 why do you need 1/4" impact sockets? any bolt that small shouldnt even need an impact to begin with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nater006 Posted August 30, 2004 Report Share Posted August 30, 2004 I just got one of the multi-socket sets for SAE, and one for Metric. Craftsman stuff. just got done rotating the tires on my S10 and the gf's Grand Am.. the 3/4" socket is going to bite it before any of the others, guaranteed But yeah.. unless you're working on just mini crap, get a 3/8" set. Good for pretty much whatever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boonman Posted August 31, 2004 Report Share Posted August 31, 2004 I have a comprehensive tool set. not as much as I would like, but I have ALOT of tools. I can tell you that on the shee, you will use 1/4" and 3/8" sockets. And unless you have ALOT of money, don't buy snap on. If you work at an auto shop, and have the tool truck rolling through 1-2 times a week, go snap on, or Mac. Just because of the convenience factor. You break a tool, and you get you a new one when the tool dude rolls through. Now, for the $$, you CANNOT beat Craftsman tools. No matter what anyone tells you about quality, I have used them all. I am thoroughly impressed with Craftsman's professional line of tools. Well, except for the professional series jack I bought.... But I got a replacement, and it works perfect. I have a 100 and some odd piece tool set I keep in the tool box on the truck. I use that thing all the damned time. It is the only tools (aside from a few pair of pliers and wire crimpers) that I have with me at the races. it fixes almost ANYTHING on the shee. You won't be able to do a complete motor teardown with it, (because of the clutch nut and flywheel) but everything else is there. I do alot of work on vehicles, and equipment. So, I have some larger shit. But, for most things, I would have to say if it is 14mm or under, I use a 1/4" ratchet. If I can get away with it, I use a 1/4" ratchet. love 'em. Unless I can't break it free, than I go up to 3/8". And so on........ There is nothing better feeling than having the correct tool for the job........ If you just need to work on the shee, go on down to the Sears store, and get the hundred dollar mechanics set. Comes in a nifty little black case. You will like it. After that, get yourself a set of ratcheting wrenches. They are kickass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nater006 Posted August 31, 2004 Report Share Posted August 31, 2004 Well, except for the professional series jack I bought.... But I got a replacement, and it works perfect. boonman, forgot to tell you... got mine replaced and damn... love it. they were out of the 3 1/2 ton ones but the 4 ton one was on sale in their Craftsman flyer for the craftsman club members or whatever, so I got that for almost the exact same price (would have been if i didn't get the 3 1/2 ton on clearance). Its not lightweight but man its great... just popped each side of my S10 off the ground yesterday to rotate the tires.. soooo easy! I like the quick-disconnect handle a bit better than the bolts through my 3.5 ton lemon and the small magnetic tray for nuts and bolts is fun too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01bansheeke Posted August 31, 2004 Report Share Posted August 31, 2004 craftsman tools are the shit. Snap on..you pay for a name and convenience. Same with others like mac. If you can afford to not have the tool for a day or whenever you can get back to the store, craftsman is the way to go IMO But, snap on, from what i hear, will finance anyone and they are very convenient, but the prices are outrageous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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