Short socket adapter?

[Promted]

I am often using my 3/8 socket adapter with my cordless impact (quick chuck type) when working on my car, but find that the socket adapter I have is too long for my drill to fit into smaller spaces. I've searched for a small adapter but can't seem to find one. What are you guys using? (aside from a dedicated impact driver)

 

[Mohawk Dave]

I use the same thing...the one that comes in the 3 pack of 1/4, 3/8, & 1/2". I did not look at them just now, but could you grind some of the shaft down...maybe gain a half inch or so? You'd have to grind a slot for it to catch on as well.

IDK of any other options....

 

[TwoInch]

cut one down.

 

[cmandp]

Best (also the most expensive)option would be to buy the dedicated 3/8" impact for your batteries; assuming one is offered. Otherwise I'd think you'd have to make something up like Dave suggested above.

Just found this Dewalt adapter, which seems to be shorter than most I have seen. Only problem is that it seems to be for drill use only.
http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW2542-4-Inch-8-Inch-Adapter/dp/B0000225P5/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1367870342&sr=8-1&keywords=1%2F4+hex+to+3%2F8+adapter

 

[NiteWolf]

I have a 3/8 drive square impact and i just use a 3/8 square to 1/4 hex adapter.


This:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/t/202196524?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=202196524&R=202196524#.UYgOeZWiDIo
With this:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/t/203114...&productId=203114918&R=203114918#.UYgOg5WiDIo

 

[Promted]

Nitewolf, Looking back I think that would have been the better option.

cmandp, that dewalt one is the shortest I've seen yet, thanks I may have to check it out...

Mohawk Dave, TwoInch, That is so simple yet I think the best idea... Gonna do that right after work.

Thanks guys! Just joined but impressed

 

[firebox40dash5]

Milwaukee's adapters are pretty freaking short, and all 3 are the same length.

 

[CWP1616L]

The APEX EX-370-B is the shortest you're gonna find. It has a total overall length of 1-5/8 inches, including the part that fits into your quick release chuck. Click on this link below:

http://mrotools.com/ex-370-b-apex-hex-power-drive-extension-with-3-8-male-square.aspx

 

[RCStocker]

Are you using a drill or one of the newer drivers. I am supprise at how well the new Porter Cable 18v driver is. The kit with drill, driver and light is about $120 on Amazon. I have professional models but was given this one because the person knew I wanted a cordless driver The ****** think will take your arms off. It really has guts and is shortrer than the drill form point of socket to the back end. You might want to get a crodless driver if you are having space problems. I have a dozen proter cable saws, routers and things in my wood shop but I was down right supprised at how well the cheap version of theirs really works. For the home owner it is fantastic. I gave them to my grand sons as gifts last Christmas. They are in thier 20's