Craftsman Stop Light Switch Socket
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Provincial
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I have used deep 6-point and 12-point sockets to remove hydraulic stoplight switches. It is getting hard to remember, but I think I used a 1-1/8 12-point, and don't remember the size of the 6-point. Perhaps 1-1/16?
Based on the description, it must have been a relatively common size. It seems like it fit a lot of different cars. It's interesting (to me anyway) that Craftsman offered a specific socket for the job. It doesn't look like a standard deep socket. Maybe it was a mid depth. I'd like to see how the Craftsman socket was marked. If anyone has one, how about a picture or two?
Provincial
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It depends on the terminals on the switch. Some had nubs where you slid a female 1/4" blade terminal on from the side. Those could be installed with a shallow socket.
Others had long nubs where you used a female bullet terminal. Those stuck out enough that a regular depth socket might not be deep enough. Also common were screw terminals (female thread) that were long like the bullet terminals.
A brief search online shows 7/8" and 1-1/16" hex listings.
Others had long nubs where you used a female bullet terminal. Those stuck out enough that a regular depth socket might not be deep enough. Also common were screw terminals (female thread) that were long like the bullet terminals.
A brief search online shows 7/8" and 1-1/16" hex listings.
Thanks for the info. I'd still like to see the Craftsman version of the socket.
454ragtop
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I have a socket and in fact used it about a month ago, did a disc brake conversion on a 62 Lesabre. It's not a Craftsman though, pretty sure it is cut for 2 different sizes, and works on oil pressure senders as well.
Hey 'ragtop,
How about a picture or two of your socket? I gotta believe that Cman version is pretty rare. Maybe your socket will give me a clue about what the Cman socket might look like. Thanks.
Jim C.
454ragtop
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^^^^^Thanks!! I wonder if the Craftsman version is the same inside? The 1960s catalog picture isn't very helpful. Anyway, now if I see something like that in the wild, I'll have an idea about what it might be. Any idea what size the openings are on your Blackhawk socket? I have a feeling that Cman socket is going to be a tough one to find. Thanks again for the photos.
Jim C.
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ttpete
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I have a Bonney T750, 1-1/16".
I finally found one of the Craftsman versions...they're like hens teeth. Kind of odd, Craftsman didn't engrave the 44052 part number on it. The only markings are =1 CRAFSTMAN = V =. So, if that sticker is gone...then most people would probably just assume it's some odd Craftsman 1" socket.
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four.cycle
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Oooo.. that's a new one for me.
We sold it as a "oil pressure sending unit socket" as a model 2738 Indestro:
Indestro 2738 2797 3.8 dr oil pressure switch socket - universal joint - 1972 Indestro catalog No. 55 pp 6
3/8" drive x 1-1/16" deeply-broached 6-point socket.
Manufactured by all the major tool makers at that time.
Without it, your odds of removing or installing a sending unit without cracking the top were quite slim on some models. Other guys found they never had a use for one (on some engines they can removed with a pipe wrench.)
Curious that Craftsman called it a "stop light switch socket" - first time I've seen it called that.
We sold it as a "oil pressure sending unit socket" as a model 2738 Indestro:
Indestro 2738 2797 3.8 dr oil pressure switch socket - universal joint - 1972 Indestro catalog No. 55 pp 6
3/8" drive x 1-1/16" deeply-broached 6-point socket.
Manufactured by all the major tool makers at that time.
Without it, your odds of removing or installing a sending unit without cracking the top were quite slim on some models. Other guys found they never had a use for one (on some engines they can removed with a pipe wrench.)
Curious that Craftsman called it a "stop light switch socket" - first time I've seen it called that.
The Craftsman version of the oil pressure sending socket is the Craftsman 41385 (specialized 3/8-inch drive oil pressure switch and sending unit socket).Oooo.. that's a new one for me.
We sold it as a "oil pressure sending unit socket" as a model 2738 Indestro:
Indestro 2738 2797 3.8 dr oil pressure switch socket - universal joint - 1972 Indestro catalog No. 55 pp 6
3/8" drive x 1-1/16" deeply-broached 6-point socket.
Manufactured by all the major tool makers at that time.
Without it, your odds of removing or installing a sending unit without cracking the top were quite slim on some models. Other guys found they never had a use for one (on some engines they can removed with a pipe wrench.)
Curious that Craftsman called it a "stop light switch socket" - first time I've seen it called that.
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four.cycle
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^ yes. I have seen various versions of them over the years made by different companies. the idea is to avoid cracking the plastic on the top of the sending unit or bending or snapping off the terminal.
@gordyzx9r I didn't know you were a GJ'er. Glad I could help you out with the socket!