Gearwrench Magnetic Oil Plug Socket Set at NorthernTool.com for $24

[hrvitalijr]

Ordered this (http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200603635_200603635) Metric Magnetic Oil Plug Socket set at NorthernTool.com for $29.00 - $5 off $15 using keycode 207969 with free shipping to store. Product pictures show gearwrench product (I believe 35578) despite what it says about being 'Grip On' tools on the product description.

Seemed like a warm deal to me. Keycode 207968 takes $20 off $100 at Northern Tool if you find other stuff you need.

 

[bfm336]

Yeah but I found it funny that the KD part number didn't come up anywhere else on a Google search...

 

[txusa03]

Just curious, what is the magnetic use for?

 

[jobo1004]

Just curious, what is the magnetic use for?

It keeps you from dropping the drain plug into your drain pan.

 

[jobo1004]

I've found that I prefer a regular socket to break the drain plug loose and then use this to take it out the rest of the way. Keeps me and my other tools clean.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0054WI7CW/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[txusa03]

I've found that I prefer a regular socket to break the drain plug loose and then use this to take it out the rest of the way. Keeps me and my other tools clean.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0054WI7CW/?tag=atomicindus08-20

That is what I figured it was for. I am old fashion and will pass on this and continues to wipe down my ratchet mainly because I don't want to have too many tools just to remove the drain plug. Thanks.

 

[andrewmac]

Well, I guess I'll give this a try. Thanks op

 

[kball]

Gearwrench part number is 3870D

http://www.gearwrench.com/gearwrench-3870d-magnetic-oil-drain-plug-socket-set.html

 

[IFMJohn]

I've found that I prefer a regular socket to break the drain plug loose and then use this to take it out the rest of the way. Keeps me and my other tools clean.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0054WI7CW/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I purchased this but have literally never used it... I throw a socket on a long extension on an impact gun to pop the drain plug off. I also tend to use my electric impact gun to put the plug back in but tighten it by hand with a breaker bar.

Using an extension on an impact gun is great. Only thing to clean is a socket and an extension. Also, working on vehicles that those quick lube truck places work on, I see everything from drain plugs that are stupid tight to loose. Using that impact gun makes it much easier to get those overtightened plugs out.

 

[thecody59]

Doesn't seem like a bad set to have around for only $25 might have to pick it up.

 

[tcpoob]

i just wear those disposable gloves (think HF?) to remove the drain plug once broken loose.

 

[bfm336]

i just wear those disposable gloves (think HF?) to remove the drain plug once broken loose.

This!

 

[nicksnothereman]

It keeps you from dropping the drain plug into your drain pan.

My pan's got a guard for that. 4 bucks at kmart.

I get why people might feel the need but meh. If you come out of a jackstand oil change without oil all over you, you're probably a warlock.

 

[the1nonlyjl]

Cmon man up just get yourself fish net from pet store so no need to worry about drain plug sink in oil

 

[pinoyesv6]

I have a few of those sockets. Purchased the sizes I needed separately on ebay. Didn't know they came in a set at the time. I usually just use a regular 3/8" ratchet to loosen the plug and then just use the socket to remove the plug the rest of the way. I like it better than a traditional socket since it gives me something better than the plug head to hold onto when loosening the plug by hand.