ScottR400D Posted January 7, 2020 Share Posted January 7, 2020 #17I find these occasionally handy. I have a 45 degree and 90 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/45-Degree-1-4in-Drive-Gearless-Angle-Drive-Adapter-Right-Angle-Socket-Adapter-/251833710129 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molecular--Bob Posted January 7, 2020 Share Posted January 7, 2020 The little ratchet in #17 gets you out of a tight spot, but it isn't the "nicest" tool with regard to feel, if anyone can recommend a better quality alternative I might be tempted as I use it more than I thought I would. I would also like similar in a 3/8 drive if it exists as i suspect the torque limit of the 1/4 drive one might be quite low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted January 9, 2020 Member Share Posted January 9, 2020 Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elan_fan Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 I really like my Milwaukee 3/8 cordless ratchet. Bit of a luxury buy really as you think they are only for repetitive work but in actual fact they are very handy. Mine is the compact head version, it makes doing up or undoing bolts at arms length a very simple task. A cheaper and I'm pretty sure no less capable version is sold by draper as a stormforce cordless ratchet https://www.sgs-engineering.com/m12ir38-0-ratchet?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxb2HsoiN5wIVx7HtCh1QUgAcEAQYCSABEgJSkvD_BwEI am also a fan of "aviation spanners" - double ended ring spanner but twice as long as normal https://www.amazon.co.uk/neilsen-tools-AVIATION-WRENCH-5PC/dp/B00A6STFNO/ref=asc_df_B00A6STFNO/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=399647037248&hvpos=1o6&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2539247252359702279&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007151&hvtargid=pla-912194152997&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=85427415979&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=399647037248&hvpos=1o6&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2539247252359702279&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007151&hvtargid=pla-912194152997Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECR Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 Only just discovered this. Its a pen for marking deep holes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drumster Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 Screw holding screwdrivers. These have been very handy for fiddly jobs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7 wonders of the world Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 MAC 'stork' pliers:http://mactools.co.uk/rate-mac-tools-products/11-12-long-reach-straight-long-nose-plierhttp://www.mactools.co.uk/rate-mac-tools-products/11-12-long-reach-bent-long-nose-plierand no 7 owner should be without one of thesehttps://www.toolstation.com/magnetic-pick-up-tool/p72443?store=KS&utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=googleshoppingfeed&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIurjn-cGN5wIVy7TtCh1-wA-iEAQYAyABEgK7NvD_BwE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted January 19, 2020 Member Share Posted January 19, 2020 I really like my Milwaukee 3/8 cordless ratchet. Bit of a luxury buy really as you think they are only for repetitive work but in actual fact they are very handy. Mine is the compact head version, it makes doing up or undoing bolts at arms length a very simple task. A cheaper and I'm pretty sure no less capable version is sold by draper as a stormforce cordless ratchet That reminded me of the little Bosch PSB 10.8 LI-2 Cordless Combi Drill that I bought (for £60) on the recommendation of Mort in a previous BC discussion. Brilliant tool, long battery life, and its small size and low weight make it very convenient.Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevehS3 Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 Trident heavy duty circlip type pliers. Great for removing Bilstein circlips without damaging the paint.https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F312330365595 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Vine Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 Laser long magnetic spark plug socket (16mm) from Halfords. Makes removing and replacing deep-set plugs so easy.I don't understand Halford's reference to 10mm as the socket is definitely 16mm.(08Dec22: Edited to link to the correct 16mm tool. See also #77.)JV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted January 20, 2020 Member Share Posted January 20, 2020 That's the type that I use on the K (but check diameter). Agreed: works very well.Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Vine Posted January 22, 2020 Share Posted January 22, 2020 ...but check diameter...Quite right. Thanks for spotting that. I've edited #35 to link to the correct 14mm tool.JV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrightpayne Posted January 22, 2020 Author Share Posted January 22, 2020 I have a plug socket with a rubber 'gripper' which always goes missing - may need to invest in one of those! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SM25T Posted January 22, 2020 Share Posted January 22, 2020 I struggle with the rubber gripper spark plug sockets as it grips too well and pulls the socket off the 1/2" extension bar. I end up putting a smear of silicone grease on the ceramic part of the plug to be able to get it off again once inside the head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Vine Posted January 22, 2020 Share Posted January 22, 2020 Re #39:The same for me, Ian. That's exactly why I went for the magnetic jobbie.JV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SM25T Posted January 22, 2020 Share Posted January 22, 2020 That looks nice .... 250mm long, so no extension shaft needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevehS3 Posted January 22, 2020 Share Posted January 22, 2020 Re #39 Same for me too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mechanical Moz Posted January 24, 2020 Share Posted January 24, 2020 https://www.halfords.com/workshop-tools/tools/hand-tools/halfords-3-piece-locking-extension-bar-set-3-8-driveHandy for the spark plug socket rubber insert problem and plenty of other tight situations where the sockets tend to get knocked off the end of the bar and down the back of somewhere very inaccessible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SM25T Posted January 24, 2020 Share Posted January 24, 2020 I suspect that might leave my rubber insert stuck on the plug ! Think I'll try the long magnetic socket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrightpayne Posted January 24, 2020 Author Share Posted January 24, 2020 Dont you just hate it when the rubber bit falls off the end when you pull your tool out!I'll get my coat.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Vine Posted January 24, 2020 Share Posted January 24, 2020 Think I'll try the long magnetic socketGood move, Ian. You won't be disappointed!JV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccconn Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 Pretty much anything from Festool, ferociously expensive but brilliant power tools that last forever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathantennantbtinternet Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 Dremal . Have a set of new fiberglass for the 7 and makes cutting holes a breeze. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elan_fan Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 So far from this thread i have bought the long spark plug socket (yet to use)knipex extra long, long nosed pliers both straight and curved (used and brilliant)not sure if it was mentioned earlier but 3/8 120 tooth flex head ratchet.Also continuing on I really like this tool https://www.expert-toolstore.com/britool-expert-screwdriver-bits/3008-britool-expert-e131601-1-4-hex-drive-multi-screw-bit-ratchet-handleand i really rate and use this electric screwdriver daily at work https://www.ffx.co.uk/tools/product/Panasonic-Ey7410La2S31-5025232412105-3.6V-Screwdriver-2-X-1.5Ah-Batteries?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3qKPo9PK5wIVjLTtCh2VCgZ3EAQYAyABEgJNwPD_BwEalso https://www.amazon.co.uk/Extra-Large-200mm-Orange-Funnel/dp/B0763RB2G5/ref=asc_df_B0763RB2G5/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310668964056&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5243483166370672188&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=t&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045438&hvtargid=pla-711163325646&psc=1saves sploshing oil over the engine which is all too easy with a full 5 litre can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrightpayne Posted February 12, 2020 Author Share Posted February 12, 2020 Its a good job we dont have many watch / bread maker / coffee machine threads anymore!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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