Hard to find socket

[kunkernator]

1'' drive, 12 point, deep, impact, 1'' socket (must be EXACTLY this configuration)

I have been looking for this socket for a few weeks now. The only two manufacturers that make it (that I can find) are Grey Pneumatic, and Wright Tool.

Wright is a bit pricey and I cant find it from any "larger" retailers, even online, other than mom and pop stores.

The Grey Pneumatic one is unheard of, separate from a set.

Does anyone know of any other manufactures? Or of a good, reliable source that can sell me the Wright socket? The Wright part number is 8982.

 

[The Cobbler]

how about this? http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-Drive-x-1...hash=item20f2aa3cd6&item=141510196438&vxp=mtr

 

[NeuseRvrRat]

I have used F&M Mafco to buy Wright Tools for work. You could give them a call.

 

[Strouty]

What is it for?

 

[jobo1004]

Here are three other sources for the Grey Pneumatic socket part #4232D.

http://www.toolbarn.com/grey-pneumatic-4232d.html

http://www.toolsource.com/drive-deep-point-p-122465.html

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JP1FUQY/?tag=atomicindus08-20

You can buy the Wright Tool part #8982 from Zoro.

http://www.zoro.com/wright-tool-imp...x5rEqwyLRVVi702tyZy-UaArDW8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

[xxaler]

I've got 3 12-point 1" 3/4" drive sockets, all old as ****, bunch of odd sizes in the set too. 1" drive is a tough find.

 

[kunkernator]

how about this? http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-Drive-x-1...hash=item20f2aa3cd6&item=141510196438&vxp=mtr

Funny, but I never actually checked eBay, I have only had bad experiences. But I will keep that option open. I am kinda leaning towards the Wright one anyway.

What is it for?

Flywheel bolts on Caterpillar G3500 series engines. The bolts are recessed in the flywheel, and the torque spec is retarded. I may even have to turn the socket down a bit on the lathe. The one "shop use" that we have is cut, so I cannot tell the brand.

 

[Strouty]

Funny, but I never actually checked eBay, I have only had bad experiences. But I will keep that option open. I am kinda leaning towards the Wright one anyway.



Flywheel bolts on Caterpillar G3500 series engines. The bolts are recessed in the flywheel, and the torque spec is retarded. I may even have to turn the socket down a bit on the lathe. The one "shop use" that we have is cut, so I cannot tell the brand.

Share some pictures when you do that job. That sounds awesome.

 

[kunkernator]

Here are three other sources for the Grey Pneumatic socket part #4232D.

http://www.toolbarn.com/grey-pneumatic-4232d.html

http://www.toolsource.com/drive-deep-point-p-122465.html

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JP1FUQY/?tag=atomicindus08-20

You can buy the Wright Tool part #8982 from Zoro.

http://www.zoro.com/wright-tool-imp...x5rEqwyLRVVi702tyZy-UaArDW8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds

I like the price on Zoro, but it ships from Wright (5-10 days). The Amazon link is appealing if I decide to grab the GP. Thanks!

 

[kunkernator]

Share some pictures when you do that job. That sounds awesome.

Got a few on my phone here actually.

This first one is of a 3516 (3500, 16 cylinder) natural gas engine. Dual turbo, huge monster. We get the most of this style.

This photo you can see one of the turbos/air cleaners, and the flywheel in the lower right.

And just cause im sure everyone would love to see..... These are pictures of an engine we just got in yesterday. It is destroyed. This would be a 3512 (3500, 12 cylinder) diesel fracking engine. This is a monster with 4 turbos..... as you can see, #11/12 connecting rods are trashed. The counterweight flew off and is lodged in the block on the other side.

As of now, the major components that are obviously destroyed are the block, crank, oil pan, and connecting rods (i guess others are bent due to the lockup).

 

[Strouty]

It was nice that there was an access port so you could diagnose the damage.

Thanks for sharing the pics. have you posted any of that in the diesel mechanics thread? I am sure they would like it too.

 

[jobo1004]

I like the price on Zoro, but it ships from Wright (5-10 days). The Amazon link is appealing if I decide to grab the GP. Thanks!

On the Amazon link be aware that Amazon isn't the seller. Looks like the seller has a 10-15 day lead time.

If you need it quick, Grainger also has the Wright socket, but the cost is almost double.

https://www.grainger.com/product/WRIGHT-TOOL-Impact-Socket-29AR42?s_pp=false&picUrl=//

 

[kunkernator]

It was nice that there was an access port so you could diagnose the damage.

Thanks for sharing the pics. have you posted any of that in the diesel mechanics thread? I am sure they would like it too.

When it first came in, my boss called the machinest over to diagnose it. He brought his micrometer, and calipers and whatnot, as he normally would... saw the hole, turned around and said "f*ck that". As a micrometer would be of no use.

Wasnt aware of the thread, I will check it out tomorrow. I gotta get some rest

 

[Strouty]

Night!