Non-Marring Metric Sockets

[hedjhawg]

I couple (okay, maybe five) years ago, I bought a set of Blue Point non-marring SAE sockets from my Snap-On guy. They have a black polymer lining in the socket to help keep from marring painted fasteners - they worked great on my Harley build.

I now have a few metric bike projects, and I am looking for the metric set. Of course, Blue Point discontinued these sockets (both SAE and Metric). I'm sure that those BPs that I bought were re-branded product, but Google hasn't been much help in finding out who really made them.

http://www.paddockclub.co.kr/snap/Install/catalog/html/web/webS/755/S75577.htm

Does anyone know where I can get a set of 3/8 drive non-marring sockets?

 

[JEEPLESS]

You might look at Apex's U-Guard . . . Grainger carries metric sizes, but not sets. Might be a bit pricey.

http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/ww...&op=search&Ntt=non+mar+sockets&N=0&sst=subset

U-Guard info:

http://www.cooperpowertools.com/catalog/pdffiles/SP-332_EN.pdf

- Matt

 

[hedjhawg]

It looks from the product literature that the exterior of the U-Guard socket has a sheath to prevent side impact damage to the part, bot nothing on the interior of the part to protect the fastener itself...

The Blue Points had an internal composite plastic that protects the fastener.

 

[bart1]

First item here, lug nut soft socket, is common for Porsche guys:

http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/shopcart/944M/POR_944M_TOLtol_pg1.htm

Only one size listed, though.

 

[bart1]

Made by Sir Tools:

http://www.sirtools.com/8p_page_2.pdf

 

[Monte]

alu insert impact socket from Koken

aluminium alloy impact socket from Koken

 

[jjjrmx5]

I've seen them at Griots, but as mentioned above are mainly set up for painted lug nuts on the older Porsches, which I own one and thus know of the sockets well. Sadly, the sidewall are not protected.

http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/tools/specialty+tools/protective+socket+set.do

17,19,21,22
13/16, 7/8, 1, 1 1/16

 

[bob_the_builder]

I just wanted to BUMP this thread as many of the links and pictures are no longer active.

I have been looking for a set of non-marring metric sockets to project the wheel lugs on my 2010 Camaro. There is lots of space around the socket so I am not concerned with the outside of the socket just the inside of the socket which contacts the lug nuts. The Camaro lug nuts are very similar to my Chevy Equinox and since it was the family car I was not too concerned with using an impact socket on them but over the past few years the impact just destroyed the wheel lug.

Just wondering if anyone found a good method. I read many forums with people using plastic bags and painters tape but that is not very efficient. Since I am not changing wheels everything I could use these methods but I was wondering what GM service techs would be using on these types of rims. I know they are not doing them by hand.

I also noticed that many of the GM lug nuts seem to fit a 22mm socket perfectly but maybe of the protective socket (meaning outside protection to protect the rim) sets do not include a 22mm and just 7/8. I know 7/8 is close to 22mm but if you are trying to project the rim and wheel nuts you would think you would want the best fit.

Bob

 

[dede2897234]

I just wanted to BUMP this thread as many of the links and pictures are no longer active.

I have been looking for a set of non-marring metric sockets to project the wheel lugs on my 2010 Camaro. There is lots of space around the socket so I am not concerned with the outside of the socket just the inside of the socket which contacts the lug nuts. The Camaro lug nuts are very similar to my Chevy Equinox and since it was the family car I was not too concerned with using an impact socket on them but over the past few years the impact just destroyed the wheel lug.

Just wondering if anyone found a good method. I read many forums with people using plastic bags and painters tape but that is not very efficient. Since I am not changing wheels everything I could use these methods but I was wondering what GM service techs would be using on these types of rims. I know they are not doing them by hand.

I also noticed that many of the GM lug nuts seem to fit a 22mm socket perfectly but maybe of the protective socket (meaning outside protection to protect the rim) sets do not include a 22mm and just 7/8. I know 7/8 is close to 22mm but if you are trying to project the rim and wheel nuts you would think you would want the best fit.

Bob

bob_the_builder,

Ko-ken of Japan manufacturers impact wheel nut sockets with thin socket walls. In addition, these impact sockets come with protective plastic sleeves so no damage comes to the wheel when working in tight areas.

GJ member "superautobacs" posted about these sockets here: threads 83 and 84.

You can purchase the sockets as a set from Frank's Tools here: Ko-ken 17,19,21. This Ko-ken impact set includes sizes 17, 19, and 21mm.

If you would like the Ko-ken 22mm socket, here is the link on Frank's Tools: Ko-ken 22.


Dave

 

[BFHtime]

snapon has plastic inserts that can be put inside a regular socket. I have a set for metric sizes, I think. There is a limitation on how much torque that can be applied. Some people use tape, but that can tear. Plastidip might be an option.

 

[tank4114]

heres the one BFH is talking about i dont think they have a sae set though
https://store.snapon.com/Non-marrin...nserts-Metric-Non-Marring-6-pcs--P754082.aspx

 

[bob_the_builder]

The snap on ones look nice but the largest size is a 17mm which fits in a 22mm.

I found that mac makes a socket with a permanent insert but they only come in 2 metric and 2 inch sizes. Does anyone know if you can additional sizes?

Bob

 

[hoston23]

mac makes some I saw them on the truck last week

 

[Monte]

 

[bob_the_builder]

Do you know of any Hazet dealers in Canada I could order the socket from?

Bob

 

[hangfirew8]

If I'm not mistaken, bob wants to protect the lug nuts.

I have a Dakota, the Chyrsler lug nuts are infamous for having the chromed sheet metal cap come off of them, then you need a different sized lug wrench or socket to get it off.

I solved the problem by replacing all of them with solid lug nuts.

http://www.gorilla-auto.com/

 

[Monte]

Do you know of any Hazet dealers in Canada I could order the socket from?

Bob

please contact the Hazet distributor:
http://www.spaenaur.com/

 

[dede2897234]

I just wanted to BUMP this thread as many of the links and pictures are no longer active.

I have been looking for a set of non-marring metric sockets to project the wheel lugs on my 2010 Camaro. There is lots of space around the socket so I am not concerned with the outside of the socket just the inside of the socket which contacts the lug nuts. The Camaro lug nuts are very similar to my Chevy Equinox and since it was the family car I was not too concerned with using an impact socket on them but over the past few years the impact just destroyed the wheel lug.

Just wondering if anyone found a good method. I read many forums with people using plastic bags and painters tape but that is not very efficient. Since I am not changing wheels everything I could use these methods but I was wondering what GM service techs would be using on these types of rims. I know they are not doing them by hand.

I also noticed that many of the GM lug nuts seem to fit a 22mm socket perfectly but maybe of the protective socket (meaning outside protection to protect the rim) sets do not include a 22mm and just 7/8. I know 7/8 is close to 22mm but if you are trying to project the rim and wheel nuts you would think you would want the best fit.

Bob

Bob,

If you have not purchased any of the below sockets, Summit Racing sells Titan Tools' lug nut sockets with a non-marring core and sleeve both on the exterior and interior of the socket. The sockets come in sizes 17, 19, 21, and 22mm. Here is the link: Summit Racing.


Dave