Who makes a 24mm 6 point wrench?

[timoboy]

First time here, very sorry if this is the wrong place to post. Anyhow, I am in desperate need of a very specific tool that has been hard to track down.

I need a box end 24mm wrench, with 6 points, average length. No other tool than a wrench will fit in the space, and needs to be a 6 point to avoid damaging the fastener in any noticeable way.

I see that Armstrong used to make this tool, but it is now discontinued. I see some motorcycle portable types, but they seem small and flimsy. Any other suppliers? Chinese/Taiwanese? I find it amazing no one make these, would be useful on every Toyota transmission drain plug instead of using a 12pt.

Any help appreciated, looking for something under $50 and available within a week.

 

[The Cobbler]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/K-Tool-Inte...897395?hash=item3d2aca2af3:g:q60AAOSwal5YIhnY

http://www.ebay.com/itm/MSR-6-Point...ash=item5b2eb1f11f:g:2TsAAOSwo4pYLSJ3&vxp=mtr

 

[Sycan]

24mm is essentially a 15/16" . Might be some more options in that

 

[timoboy]

I like the 15/16 idea, plus its a bit tighter for hopefully better fitment, going to go that route, thanks!

 

[T45]

They don't tend to make large 6pts because its pretty rare to damage (standard) 24mm hardware with 12pts and open ends.

If the bolt is that soft, its probably not steel. In which case its probably not torqued that tight (relative to its size). This is why moto tools aren't always super strong. Motion pro makes 24mm x aluminum 6 pts wrenches you could put a cheater on if needed (for example), the combination of 6point and alu is reasonably friendly to alloy hardware commonly found on wheel nut for Bikes.

https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0287

If this is a one time use type situation this tool will be OK. If you need to go thru this exercisee 100 times for every day for 10 years I would probably rethink abit the hardware selection or plating finishes etc.

 

[timoboy]

It's a low grade soft Toyota drain plug. I like new fluids yearly thus the desire for the 6pt. We've got several Toyota's so the tool would get it's use. I am not in the industry though so 3-4 uses per year max.

The KTI41824 mentioned above pings back to a 12pt on other websites so not too excited about that. I found a small Honda motorcycle wrench for $4, made in japan so should hold up fairly well. Available at any Honda bike store.

Also gearwrench makes a 15/16 6 point, amazon for $11. Likely going to go with that.

 

[buckwheat_la]

Wouldn't it be easier to just use the 12 point and keep a spare drain plug just in case?

 

[Gmonkee]

In my bike kit tool pile there are 22, 24 and 27 mm forged wrenches that use a short cheater pipe also found in the kit. Six point as you want and probably found at Kawasaki or Yamaha dealers.

If not I found all mine in junk buckets at the street markets. They aren't very expensive either.

 

[T45]

Wouldn't it be easier to just use the 12 point and keep a spare drain plug just in case?

Or buy a pro-grade 12pt wrench that doesnt ****...

Or buy an aftermarket drainplug that doesnt ****...

Or but a pro-grade 24mm socket in 3/8drive...that fits where 1/2 dr wont...etc


I'd also search application-specific forums because if OP is having a real problem he's probably not the first one to come against the issue and there is probably a bunch of real world testing on the most cost-effective approach to solving the problem.

 

[md21722]

Why not just use a socket and ratchet?

 

[buckwheat_la]

Or buy a pro-grade 12pt wrench that doesnt ****...

Or buy an aftermarket drainplug that doesnt ****...

Or but a pro-grade 24mm socket in 3/8drive...that fits where 1/2 dr wont...etc


I'd also search application-specific forums because if OP is having a real problem he's probably not the first one to come against the issue and there is probably a bunch of real world testing on the most cost-effective approach to solving the problem.

These as well. Lots of different solutions....

 

[unslow1]

Why not just use a socket and ratchet?

He said he has clearance problems in his application.

I like that MSR wrench in the Ebay link.

 

[WhiffySpark]

We need more details. 24mm drain plug on what?

 

[jrockford]

Sounds like the drain plug on an Asin Warner transmission. He specified Toyota in the OP.

You should have no issues using whatever you can get to fit in there. The plug should be steel, but obviously the casing is aluminum so be careful. I want to say torque it down to about 20 ft lbs. A new crush washer is a must too.

I just used a 12 point socket, but I had the room too. It came right off issue free.

 

[chipdog4]

Could use a flare nut wrench. It would be a lot shorter and lighter than a regular 24mm wrench.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NPUJOE/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Trey T]

I prefer a 12pt box-end over 6pt for regular stuff like this ... oil service bolts.

 

[nh_yota]

It's a low grade soft Toyota drain plug. I like new fluids yearly thus the desire for the 6pt. We've got several Toyota's so the tool would get it's use. I am not in the industry though so 3-4 uses per year max.

Been dealing with those 24mm aluminum Toyota drain plugs for years. They should not be torqued more than 27 ft/lbs (I believe) so they should not be hard to remove. I used a 15/16 socket on my first Toyota before I purchased a 24mm Craftsman socket years ago. I think it's a 12-point socket and honestly I've never had a problem with stripping the head on the plug. Yes the heads tend to round off after a while but then you just go buy a new plug at the dealer for a few bucks.

I don't think you need to buy a special wrench just for the drain plug. In my case the clearance around the plugs precludes the use of a box wrench and requires the use of a socket and extensions. I always use my 24mm 1/2" drive socket with a flex head 1/2" ratchet and extension if needed.

 

[4Kings]

IIRC He's looking for a filter housing tool, not a drain pan plug. Similar to this...

https://www.amazon.com/Assenmacher-Specialty-Tools-TOY-640/dp/B0015PK3AG

 

[Citation]

It's a low grade soft Toyota drain plug. I like new fluids yearly thus the desire for the 6pt. We've got several Toyota's so the tool would get it's use. I am not in the industry though so 3-4 uses per year max.

The KTI41824 mentioned above pings back to a 12pt on other websites so not too excited about that. I found a small Honda motorcycle wrench for $4, made in japan so should hold up fairly well. Available at any Honda bike store.

Also gearwrench makes a 15/16 6 point, amazon for $11. Likely going to go with that.

Funny, when you asked I thought why would you want that. The only time I ever wanted such a tool was dealing with a $@&?! Toyota oil drain plug.

I never was able to get it out even with a torch.

 

[shockwave]

We have an old craftsman 6 point 15/16 we use at the shop for this exact purpose let me find the part number for you

 

[shockwave]

Craftsman part needs number 44392 6 point combo wrench 15/16 raised panel

 

[ultgar]

Facom 75.24...........6pt on both ends but not the best for tight spots.

 

[CdnFarmKid]

Gray Tools makes such a wrench, albeit 15/16".

It can be found here. The part number is 3230 of that page doesn't show up properly.

 

[Cope]

IIRC He's looking for a filter housing tool, not a drain pan plug. Similar to this...

https://www.amazon.com/Assenmacher-Specialty-Tools-TOY-640/dp/B0015PK3AG

From his original post: "I find it amazing no one make these, would be useful on every Toyota transmission drain plug instead of using a 12pt."

 

[4xdog]

Or maybe a Fumoto valve, if the drain hole is protected enough?

I've used them in the past, and they can work well in the right application.

 

[shockwave]

19mm is the largest size I have found within 6 point maybe snap on on Bonney made in the past but 6 point is very scarce today

Maybe sk new ratcheting wrenches or possibly mac both offer combo ratcheting wrenches with 6 point box tekton makes long versions but only up to 19mm thou

 

[DeliveryGuy]

Gray Tools Canada makes 6 point wrenches up to 15/16, but only up to 18mm in science.

 

[dutchgray]

Nepros makes a 22 /24mm flat DBE 6pt wrench, its $41.50 on their website
http://www.nepros.net/?cat=3&grp=15

 

[T45]

Nepros makes a 22 /24mm flat DBE 6pt wrench, its $41.50 on their website
http://www.nepros.net/?cat=3&grp=15

That's a nice tool, 335mm long and plenty of leverage.

 

[shockwave]

Nepros makes a 22 /24mm flat DBE 6pt wrench, its $41.50 on their website
http://www.nepros.net/?cat=3&grp=15

That is s great find I can think of a lot of great uses for those

 

[7avalon7]

First time here, very sorry if this is the wrong place to post. Anyhow, I am in desperate need of a very specific tool that has been hard to track down.

I need a box end 24mm wrench, with 6 points, average length. No other tool than a wrench will fit in the space, and needs to be a 6 point to avoid damaging the fastener in any noticeable way.

I see that Armstrong used to make this tool, but it is now discontinued. I see some motorcycle portable types, but they seem small and flimsy. Any other suppliers? Chinese/Taiwanese? I find it amazing no one make these, would be useful on every Toyota transmission drain plug instead of using a 12pt.

Any help appreciated, looking for something under $50 and available within a week.

Thank you for creating this thread! I been searching for a 6pt 24 mm or 15/16 wrench this morning. This is for my Lexus LS transmission plug.

 

[ultgar]

Thank you for creating this thread! I been searching for a 6pt 24 mm or 15/16 wrench this morning. This is for my Lexus LS transmission plug.

You can go with a ratcheting flare nut wrench....it'll grab all points on the male plug. Should be plenty of 6pt box wrenches (fixed and ratcheting) on the market.

 

[Squankum]

This looks like an affordable option. 3/8" dr 6 pt 24mm socket, low profile. This and a thin-head ratchet might work?

http://a.co/0ccX3f5


Here's a thin-headed, long-reach ratchet:
https://www.harborfreight.com/14-in-38-in-drive-long-reach-dual-flex-head-ratchet-67994.html


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[Jason280]

Just use a quality 12pt, it won't damage the fastener...I've done the same thing on Jeep, Mazda, and Toyota transmissions and had zero issues.

 

[Snakebyt]

IIRC He's looking for a filter housing tool, not a drain pan plug. Similar to this...

https://www.amazon.com/Assenmacher-Specialty-Tools-TOY-640/dp/B0015PK3AG

if you are looking for one of these filter cups, do yourself a favor and buy the blue point one, it fits the best, the others will give you problems, or break the filter housing. plus the blue point one has a 1/2 drive built in it so no need for a socket.

 

[Gmonkee]

weld a low profile socket to a piece of good flat stock? We have some around the shop for special uses.

A bit like some of these....

 

[1foxracing]

Probably not in stock but any NAPA can get you one next day.
https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/CHQCWFP024M

 

[Wamsutta]

If you take a high quality 24mm (or 15/16") 12 point like a Snap-on that has Flank Drive off corner engagement; and if the drain plug still gets rounded off, then I'd say you got some serious metallurgical issues going on with that drain plug.

 

[tanukiboy]

TEKTON WRN57124. $30 at Amazon.

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[5ktq]

I'm guessing a 24mm gigantic plug torqued to 20 ftlb getting deformed, it must be made of cheese.

I've never had a problem with 12pt on smaller drain plugs!