Easy outs and turbo sockets

[SuzukiGS750EZ]

Who makes a decent full set of both? I see Irwin offers one.

 

[2ndGearRubber]

Turbo-socket, is the original maker of the product. You can buy them at their website.

Mayhew, SK, Matco, Blue-point, ALL rebrand the turbo-socket product. Likely more companies do as well.




Easy outs all ****. I have a variety of styles, they're all as aggravating as the last.

 

[kwoswalt99]

I haven't had a lot of luck with easy outs either. I'm really good at breaking them. I've only used little ones though, so that could be why.

 

[shoggoth80]

I've got some Cman ones. they work alright. I need to round out the set though.

 

[anndel]

I have the 25 pc set of Irwin Hex Head Multi-spline extractor set from Amazon.com for $50+change.

 

[Mohawk Dave]

I haven't had a lot of luck with easy outs either. I'm really good at breaking them. I've only used little ones though, so that could be why.

Now that I do the process correctly, I haven't had one break in a handfull of years...and I use them quite a bit on old machinery refurbs etc.

Left Hand Drill bits are numero Uno. Half the time they pull the ******* out.

Don't forget some heat, or ATF/Acetone mix. Or both and bring the marshmallows.


Also, there is Irwin China, and Irwin Hanson USA. (I think I saw Irwin Hanson China the other day as well, so now you gotta check all of them)

All my Hanson stuff is a little older, but all USA and same rebrand stuff as Snappy etc...

 

[1982fxr]

saved me a few times...

 

[SuzukiGS750EZ]

So what set or sets should I buy? I've needed both style, the drill a hole in the bolt and twist it out and the stripped nut/bolt head turbo socket. Also, left hand drill bit set? I don't know what common sizes for auto use, I just grab my grandfather's and use, but he has huge expensive sets.

 

[fatfillup]

Turbo sockets are great.

Easyouts, I have used this style for years with great sucess. Mainly on pipe fittings but also on bolts. Note the little ones will break so be careful.

https://store.snapon.com/Multispline-Extractors-25pc-Multispline-Extractor-Set-P644746.aspx

Note, I have a set bought off the truck that predate this Snappy set. The Snappy's grab better.

 

[ttpete]

Ridgid screw extractors work very well and won't expand and jam the broken piece.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WQYJIG/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[SuzukiGS750EZ]

That's what those are! I found a lone one sitting in the road and had no idea what it was

 

[Finky198]

As said above It's more about the process than the actual tool. Steps like Heating, Cooling, penetrant, vibration, and proper tool use are all factors for being successful with any extractors.

 

[zkling]

Rounded or broken fastener removal is one place where the more tricks you have in the bag, the better off you are.

 

[fatfillup]

Rounded or broken fastener removal is one place where the more tricks you have in the bag, the better off you are.

Yes

As said above It's more about the process than the actual tool. Steps like Heating, Cooling, penetrant, vibration, and proper tool use are all factors for being successful with any extractors.

And yes!!!

And experience is everything. And how do you get the experience???

By screwing up and learning what not to do

I am much better now then I used to be but still have lots of tricks to learn.

 

[wafrederick]

The spiral easy outs,they don't work most of the time.Expand on the broken off fastner too much after drilling it out.The flat square fluted ones work a whole lot better.Mig welder makes a great broken off fastner remover,weld a nut on it if there is anything sticking out.

 

[MikeF2316]

I just had a spiral easy out work quickly with an absolute minimum of effort.

I broke the metal threaded end off my garage broom handle. But my largest Irwin spiral easy out had no problem with the broken piece!

 

[Mohawk Dave]

MikeF2316, extractors are awesome. But sounds like you need some larger ones for the future. lol

Here's a pic of a #12 I got.

 

[MikeF2316]

MikeF2316, extractors are awesome. But sounds like you need some larger ones for the future. lol

Here's a pic of a #12 I got.

I don't think I have any tools capable of breaking the bolt I could use that puppy on!

 

[Streetbu]

I just bought a set of Lisle extractor sockets. Just a socket set that fits the square on extractors and taps too. Already used one socket. Much better than trying to use a wrench or the little handle tool that comes with most tap and die sets.