Why does every socket or wrench set come with a 9mm? I have never seen a 9mm bolt to use it on. I've got several 9mm sockets and wrenches that are still brand new.
9mm sockets and wrenches
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ive actually used them on random stuff. what is funny is a lot of sets dont include 16mm, yet if you are a ford tech, you need them.
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my :confusion: was where some GM geek/nerd/whatever name you can think of - who came up with the 4.5mm socket that apparently was needed for some ignition part.
Originally Posted By: bdcardinal
ive actually used them on random stuff. what is funny is a lot of sets dont include 16mm, yet if you are a ford tech, you need them.
You even use the 9mm on occasionaly on stuff behind trim on Fords.
ive actually used them on random stuff. what is funny is a lot of sets dont include 16mm, yet if you are a ford tech, you need them.
You even use the 9mm on occasionaly on stuff behind trim on Fords.
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Originally Posted By: bdcardinal
ive actually used them on random stuff. what is funny is a lot of sets dont include 16mm, yet if you are a ford tech, you need them.
You even use the 9mm on occasionaly on stuff behind trim on Fords.
That explains why I never used mine.
Originally Posted By: bdcardinal
ive actually used them on random stuff. what is funny is a lot of sets dont include 16mm, yet if you are a ford tech, you need them.
You even use the 9mm on occasionaly on stuff behind trim on Fords.
That explains why I never used mine.
How about the lack of 13mm ANYTHING of Japanese cars?
It seems it is 'bad luck' to use that number.
It seems it is 'bad luck' to use that number.
I think my Subaru has a couple of 13mm headed bolts. A 9mm might work on a very rusty 10mm headed bold
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I've used 9 mm wrenches and sockets mostly on bikes.
Have gotten to the point that I'll make tool truck dealer exchange 9's for an extra 8 or 10 when I buy a set. They don't like it much, but you can bet their turning them back in for credit.
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8, 9, 10 and 13 are very common on bicycles.
the one I can't figure out is why sets don't come w/ a 20mm; it doesn't exactly convert to a SAE size. every set I've seen goes from 19mm to 21mm.
the one I can't figure out is why sets don't come w/ a 20mm; it doesn't exactly convert to a SAE size. every set I've seen goes from 19mm to 21mm.
10mm is my favorite size.
size doesn't matter
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size doesn't matter
Spoken like a true shorthorn!
Bob
size doesn't matter
Spoken like a true shorthorn!
Bob
I've had maybe an odd 9mm over the years.
My 510 had lots of 13mm. Volvo has a couple. Not so odd.
My 510 had lots of 13mm. Volvo has a couple. Not so odd.
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