How to use pass-thru sockets with a normal torque wrench?
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If you need to use them in their “pass through” configuration, you could probably find a torque adapter socket that fits over the drive portion of the pass through Socket. Make sure the adapter is 90 degrees to the torque wrench handle otherwise you start getting into some silly math to Compensate for the length of the adapter.
Having said that, it seems like a less than ideal setup and there are probably other ways to accomplish what you need done.
Having said that, it seems like a less than ideal setup and there are probably other ways to accomplish what you need done.
DerekV
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I don't get it. Why is it going to work?
DerekV
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Put that socket on your normal torque wrench and it’ll be able to accept the GW pass through sockets.
If it still doesn’t make sense, try reading the reviews in the Amazon listing.
Thanks. Read the review. Looks like this is exactly what I need. The fat end of the adapter must have grooves to engage pass thru sockets. Wonderful.
I think both your suggestion and Ingram306's are good. This adapter will add quite a bit of height to the setup, negating the major benefit of pass thru sockets. Ingram306's adapter saves space, but might not be used in certain places.
DerekV
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Yes, it does add some length and is no longer (at all) low profile, but it works.
I have one, I can take some pics/measurements tomorrow if you’d like
Unless I'm mistaken, I don't think Ingram306's adapter will work. GW pass thru sockets have that proprietary drive design which can't be used with regular 6pt or 12pt sockets or wrenches. If a person owns a hex drive pass through socket set (HF, Bostitch, and others), Ingram306's adapter would work.
The GW pass thru sockets I have use a spline drive on the OD; if OPs are the same, I also don't see how the above will work. I don't know if GW makes something that'd work but you'd need the female spline on one end and a female square on the other. If you took the GW 3/8 socket adapter and ground the splines to the full length, I think then you could then use the above adapter.
DerekV
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I don’t think those exist, unfortunately.
Gearwrench 82804 pass through end
Attached to a 3/8 ratchet
Size
Comparison with a 1-1/2” 3/8 drive extension
All 17mm and 3/8 drive, left to right: Williams USA 6pt deep, Tekton 12pt deep, GW 82804 + CM Vortex spline, CM USA 1-1/2” extension + Williams USA 12pt shallow
What do you guys think about this set?
Seem hopeful?
There are actually quite a few sets like this, among them, maybe the Neiko brand is the best known.
Seem hopeful?
There are actually quite a few sets like this, among them, maybe the Neiko brand is the best known.
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foghorn1966
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OP what exactly are you trying to accomplish here? I would just order up the adapter Ingram306 posted in the size you need & style needed for access.
I want to be able to use pass thru sockets as my main sockets. So I need to find a way to use them with torque wrench. So far, it seems the Neico set is the best bet. Ingram306's adapter is a 12 point one. As others pointed out, it does not work well with the GW spline type pass thru sockets.
DerekV
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Wait…so rather than use the adapter I pointed out, which is exactly what you need (your words), alongside the pass through set you already have, you’re considering completely different pass through sets altogether?
Are you genuinely seeking advice, or just some approval to buy more tools?
Are you genuinely seeking advice, or just some approval to buy more tools?
No. Not like that. The adapter you recommended works exactly fine for 3/8 pass thru set. But I also have 1/4 and 1/2 set. I want to find a comprehensive solution.
The one you recommended is basically a female 3/8 square drive with a female spline drive. So the two sets of tools I find is just like that. The problem is that they're all 3/8 square drive. Doesn't help 1/4 and 1/2 scenarios. But the trend is clear. Rather than looking for special adapters made by GearWrench, I can also look for these spline drive sockets. This is a much larger pool to look for things.
The one you recommended is basically a female 3/8 square drive with a female spline drive. So the two sets of tools I find is just like that. The problem is that they're all 3/8 square drive. Doesn't help 1/4 and 1/2 scenarios. But the trend is clear. Rather than looking for special adapters made by GearWrench, I can also look for these spline drive sockets. This is a much larger pool to look for things.
Firebrick43
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I don't get it, by the time you add an adapter your as long as a deep socket?
Dog bone/ torque adapters are shorter than a short socket and allow pass thru.
Dog bone/ torque adapters are shorter than a short socket and allow pass thru.
What is this? Do you have a link?
Firebrick43
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Its what ingram306 published. I used them all the time on helicopters.
Others pointed out that tool is 12 point. Not compatible with spline drive that GearWrench uses. If you can find something similar but with a spline drive, that will be truly helpful.
Firebrick43
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They make spline drive ones, they are not uncommon on aircraft
But why, just get a set and engage the fastener directly with them?
But why, just get a set and engage the fastener directly with them?
you guys are trying to reason with someone who wants to use pass through sockets as their only sets. you won't be able to reason with him.
rather than use standard 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 and then add deeps, extensions, flex, long standard and compact ratchets that can also be used with torque wrenches he wants to be different
just like the guys that think the best all around choice is a ratcheting wrench vs a standard combo wrench.
use normal wrenches and sockets as your main line tools. then adding pass through sockets ratcheting wrenches and other styles make sense.
rather than use standard 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 and then add deeps, extensions, flex, long standard and compact ratchets that can also be used with torque wrenches he wants to be different
just like the guys that think the best all around choice is a ratcheting wrench vs a standard combo wrench.
use normal wrenches and sockets as your main line tools. then adding pass through sockets ratcheting wrenches and other styles make sense.
That's great. I found them. They are calledThey make spline drive ones, they are not uncommon on aircraft
But why, just get a set and engage the fastener directly with them?
3/8" DRIVE SPLINE TORQUE ADAPTER
But I just realized the GW uses a special kind of spline drive with only 6 indents, similar to racing lug nuts pattern. So none of these common torque adapters will work. Only the one DerekV show will. These are also similar to it, basically female 6 spline socket with a female 3/8 socketVim Products 3/8 in. Square Drive GM Seat Track Socket V620 | Zoro
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I have all the tools you mentioned. I just want to understand how to use my tools in various scenarios. Have received a lot of really helpful ideas. Thanks for all the advice!