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Hi all,
Firstly can an admin move this to relevant section please.
I moved out several months ago and have been boring tools left right and centre from my brother dad and boss.
The time has come to return them all, so what I am after is a set of sockets, deep ones so I can sort out spark plugs and regular sized ones, also I would like a 'torque screw driver' if that is what they are called, my brother lent me his with about 50 snap on bits and it was awesome so I think it best to sort my self one of these out.
Can anyone suggest to me a set relatively cheap that will have what I will need, I'm not particularly tooley, however I do all the work to mine and the OH cars and the DIY.
Cheers
Mike
Firstly can an admin move this to relevant section please.
I moved out several months ago and have been boring tools left right and centre from my brother dad and boss.
The time has come to return them all, so what I am after is a set of sockets, deep ones so I can sort out spark plugs and regular sized ones, also I would like a 'torque screw driver' if that is what they are called, my brother lent me his with about 50 snap on bits and it was awesome so I think it best to sort my self one of these out.
Can anyone suggest to me a set relatively cheap that will have what I will need, I'm not particularly tooley, however I do all the work to mine and the OH cars and the DIY.
Cheers
Mike
There is a difference between the Pro tools and the 'normal' range. The Professional ones are very good and come with a lifetime replacement if they break. Not so sure about the standard ones never bought one. They seem to be made by a variety of different people, I did find out but cant remember who the main supplier was. Suffice to say they make plenty of other, more expensive, brands which look exactly the same...
This set is near-enough perfect to base a DIY kit on, and if you keep your eyes open usually drops to £99 several times a year,
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/...
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/...
Another vote for the Halfords range, great price for the quality. I have sockets from Halfords that have been used outside in the worst of weathers and they still look brand new (after 10 years) while my Stanley gear has pitted and cracked plating with a few spots of rust used in similar conditions.
If you are still looking could I suggest a trip to the Beaulieu Autojumble?
They have stands and stands of tools......... and you'd probably save a bit of money.
The Autojumble is actually a good day out for the family ... the Motor Museum/Bond in Motion are all worth a look. Tickets for the autojumble include access to the other attractions and are cheaper than normal entrance!
http://www.beaulieu.co.uk/beaulieu-events/internat...
They have stands and stands of tools......... and you'd probably save a bit of money.
The Autojumble is actually a good day out for the family ... the Motor Museum/Bond in Motion are all worth a look. Tickets for the autojumble include access to the other attractions and are cheaper than normal entrance!
http://www.beaulieu.co.uk/beaulieu-events/internat...
Halfords pro stuff is ok but it lets itself down by using double hex/multi point (whatever you wanna call them) sockets. Not such a problem on bigger sizes but anything under about a 17mm has the possibility of rounding off an older rusty nut or bolt head. I have stopped using multi point sockets, although I have a cheap set just because sometimes in hard to get at places they are easier to get on once the bolt/nut has been loosened.
By all means go for a Halford's pro set but if I was you I'd consider getting a rail of 3/8 drive six sided sockets as well.
By all means go for a Halford's pro set but if I was you I'd consider getting a rail of 3/8 drive six sided sockets as well.
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