Recent content by Medic-51

Thanks DavidB. After reading that thread, I needed to look up what a 12-point bolt was. They're those goofy bolts that I've seen on U-Joints and some exhaust manifolds! I have to admit, I thought those fastners needed some kind of Special tool to remove, all the while I had the correct tool in...

Well I'm primarily referring to sockets... but I do have some (older craftsman) box end wrenches that have 6-points. About 25 yrs ago I bought a Craftsman Socket with everysize in one kit. Half of the sockets are duplicate sizes, but in 12-point. At first I thought they were for bolts that were...

Here's a question for the pro's... In what situations, and for what type of fasteners should I be using 12-point sockets and wrenches as opposed to 6-point? I have had 12-point tools for many years (because they came as part of a set) and my experience has been that they are MORE likley to...