Anyone use these Hexforce wraparound wrenches?

[atikovi]

http://www.vehicleservicepros.com/product/10713473/hexforce-5-pc-wrap-around-wrench-set-no-hfk-2

I'm trying to loosen a tie rod end lock nut that is so tight that an adjustable wrench slipped and almost rounded off 2 corners. Even heated the nut with a propane torch. Thinking one of these may work better but can't find them anywhere except Ebay where I bought the last set. Seems like they are discontinued, but wonder why. Looks like a great idea when a box end wrench won't work.

 

[manwithtools]

For tie rod lock nut, use a pipe wrench if you have too. A BIG one if needed. Just buy a replacement nut if you ****** it up too bad.

 

[Richard Cranium]

Wow another tool that I have never seen.

 

[AndrewHR]

They are also called butterfly sockets.
http://www.toolschest.com/med41669.html


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[vssjim]

Air hammers and heat work 100 percent for me probably need a hotter torch than a propane torch

 

[LXCam]

I can't speak for that exact tool but I have a set of flare nuts ones that utilize that design that work like a champ. The steel and design looks to be identical to what I have and if it is I wouldn't hesitate to try out set

 

[Empty Pockets]

Those tools are a neat concept. Like Richard said, "another tool I've never seen".

I may need a bigger garage

 

[vettex2]

Wow another tool that I have never seen.

It's like they make oddball tools just to get you to spend $$$$$$$$

 

[metaldad]

dammit! something else i need

 

[metaldad]

looks like i need both sets from the links shown.
ez red's are smaller sizes. with overlap at 5/8 - 16mm