Need a 24-30" long 3mm Allen wrench

[HanShotFirst]

Hey all, anyone know where I can find SUPER long Allen Wrenches?

At the end of the season I like to empty the bowls on all 4 carbs on my motorcycle, but they're impossible to reach without taking the carbs off and that's a PIA. I could actually get to them if I had an Allen wrench that was at least 24" long. Anyone know where I could find such a thing?

 

[franzdom]

hex bit socket and extenders?

 

[Brick_Smart]

hex bit socket and extenders?

+1

An Allen wrench that long will be far too flexible to apply torque. I have had good luck cutting the "L" off allen wrenches and sticking the stub in the same-size socket on an extension.

 

[larry_g]

You can get a length of 1/4" aluminium rod and drill a hole in the end to drive in a short section of hex stock into. I have done this a few times for long reach hex keys.

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no neat sig line

 

[Kensgarage]

If you want a permanent tool you might get Bondhus to make one(some) up for you ?
If you know some other racers to get a dozen or made up the chances increase.
I'd imagine their stock is long pieces cut to length. It wouldn't be a big deal.
Dont hurt to ask
Bondhus:
800-328-8310

 

[Zapp Branigan]

Turn the gas off and run 'em dry.

 

[defektes]

slip a small pipe over the wrench.

 

[turbowoodworker]

Weld or braze the Allen to any metal stock, weld a T handle on it. Any length you want.

 

[Thumper68]

Here ya go.

http://www.metricmetal.com/products/hex.htm

 

[unslow1]

Turn the gas off and run 'em dry.

I've done it this way for 25 years.

 

[firworks]

Hey all, anyone know where I can find SUPER long Allen Wrenches?

At the end of the season I like to empty the bowls on all 4 carbs on my motorcycle, but they're impossible to reach without taking the carbs off and that's a PIA. I could actually get to them if I had an Allen wrench that was at least 24" long. Anyone know where I could find such a thing?

Couldn't you empty the bowls by just using an inline fuel shut off and cranking the motor? It should run for a few seconds off the fuel already in the bowl but no more can come back in.

Edit: I see others already suggested this. I'll be on my then...