Universal Double Joints

[The Critic]

https://techschoicetools.com/produc...double-joint-3-8-square-length-65mm-z-series/
https://techschoicetools.com/produc...double-joint-1-4-square-length-46mm-z-series/

I can see these being quite useful for spark plugs (3/8") and for hard-to-reach specialty fasteners (e.g. torx, triple-square) where swivel sockets do not exist. The prices seem reasonable as well. Does anyone have experience with these? @Sam_Julier ?

 

[SC Maintenance]

Number 1 plug on my VQ40's your supposed to take the upper intake manifold off to reach, but you can do it without removing it by stacking a wobble / short extension / a universal joint. This could replace that I suppose, except I already have all the previously mentioned.

Cool find.

 

[demarpaint]

I have them in both sizes. I used them a couple of times so far and they are useful. It made getting the #1 spark plug out of my E-150 a little easier than the swivel socket I usually use. It's one of those tools that will see limited use, but be a big help when needed. I wish I had them when I owned my 93 Aerostar, tune ups would have been easier.

 

[The Critic]

Ordered both. Will report back once they arrive.

 

[D60]

Ordered both. Will report back once they arrive.

Are you just going to wait out the backorder on the 3/8 or did you order elsewhere?

 

[The Critic]

Are you just going to wait out the backorder on the 3/8 or did you order elsewhere?

I’ll wait it out.

 

[fozzdesy2001]

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https://techschoicetools.com/produc...double-joint-3-8-square-length-65mm-z-series/
https://techschoicetools.com/produc...double-joint-1-4-square-length-46mm-z-series/

I can see these being quite useful for spark plugs (3/8") and for hard-to-reach specialty fasteners (e.g. torx, triple-square) where swivel sockets do not exist. The prices seem reasonable as well. Does anyone have experience with these? @Sam_Julier ?

I got the last 1/4 and back-ordered a 3/8. Thank you for letting me know about these

 

[SubLGT]

Are you just going to wait out the backorder on the 3/8 or did you order elsewhere?

Palmac has it in stock, for $34.90, but shipping can be pricey.

https://palmac.net/koken-z-series-3772z-3-8-square-drive-universal-double-joint/

 

[paulo57509]

These could come in handy when doing the plugs on the Safari and everything on the Lexus. Thanks for the links.

 

[grisby]

Have the 3/8 drive. Came in handy when doing number 8 plug on wife’s 5.3 Yukon.

 

[fozzdesy2001]

Palmac has it in stock, for $34.90, but shipping can be pricey.

https://palmac.net/koken-z-series-3772z-3-8-square-drive-universal-double-joint/

Now I'm broke, that place has all kinds of things I'll probably not use a lot but I bought more ya just never know. Thanks

 

[D60]

Now I'm broke, that place has all kinds of things I'll probably not use a lot but I bought more ya just never know. Thanks

If you're like me you'll spend hundreds (or more) and then at 9p on a Sunday night in 6 years actually need one of the $20 widgets you ordered, subsequently proclaiming yourself a genius

I imagine it's a lot like gambling: it just takes that one very occasional win to keep hope alive!

 

[fozzdesy2001]

If you're like me you'll spend hundreds (or more) and then at 9p on a Sunday night in 6 years actually need one of the $20 widgets you ordered, subsequently proclaiming yourself a genius

I imagine it's a lot like gambling: it just takes that one very occasional win to keep hope alive!

Is it the right tool for the job or is it a tool looking for a job? So many jobs and so many tools.

 

[The Critic]

Are you just going to wait out the backorder on the 3/8 or did you order elsewhere?

Mine just arrived today.

If you're like me you'll spend hundreds (or more) and then at 9p on a Sunday night in 6 years actually need one of the $20 widgets you ordered, subsequently proclaiming yourself a genius

I imagine it's a lot like gambling: it just takes that one very occasional win to keep hope alive!

Unfortunately, I can relate.

 

[D60]

Mine just arrived today.


Unfortunately, I can relate.

Oh you suck. I didn't order the 3/8 because of the alleged backorder

 

[D60]

Is it the right tool for the job or is it a tool looking for a job? So many jobs and so many tools.

If it's a tool at all....obviously I want it

 

[Trav]

Is it the right tool for the job or is it a tool looking for a job? So many jobs and so many tools.

That is the question!

 

[The Critic]

Is it the right tool for the job or is it a tool looking for a job? So many jobs and so many tools.

It is always good to have "choices."
With that said, in the ideal world, one would keep the bare essentials in their rollcart and their less frequently used "options" in their main box.

 

[D60]

I was thinking about these....they might be useful for starter R&R on the 6.2 SuperDuties '11-16. As it was I had to use 2 swivels and a conglomeration of extensions to go behind the coil tower.....and then I was glad to have a second person guide the socket onto that bolt as I fed the tools in from the front fender well.

 

[MattPersman]

I like the idea of these. I think I have a double jointed spark plug socket but these look more handy