Anybody have issues with Snap-ons MG-31 3/8 impact gun? I had to send it back to S/O a week after I bought it for a reseal. This was back in 08. Okay I have only used it a hand full of times since then as I switched to cordless impacts. But now it blows all kinds of lube out of it I think it still hits hard but can't remember what it felt like new. Is this common with this model? Would S/O honor it and fix it or am I screwed? Thanks y'all.
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Snap-on mg31 issues 3/8 impact gun problem's.
- Thread starter MechMyk
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redwrench60
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Where's all the lube coming from? Out the exhaust or the front of the gun where sockets attach?
Arbybe
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Front end of this wrench is sealed with oil inside. This is the hammer assembly.Anybody have issues with Snap-ons MG-31 3/8 impact gun? I had to send it back to S/O a week after I bought it for a reseal. This was back in 08. Okay I have only used it a hand full of times since then as I switched to cordless impacts. But now it blows all kinds of lube out of it I think it still hits hard but can't remember what it felt like new. Is this common with this model? Would S/O honor it and fix it or am I screwed? Thanks y'all.
I usually immerse the tool in water just to above the trigger with the air turned
Down to about 40# and see what happens. Some leakage around the trigger bushing
Is normal and maybe a tiny bit from reversing valve.
A seal up front and a couple o rings should take care of any problem shy of a cracked housing. Be sure to dry gently with hair dryer before storage.
Also, after much experimenting I use synthetic ATF about 3/4 to top of cup inside front end.
I think any clean oil will do on a pinch. Bearings and bushings in any tool must be kept
Wet with oil of some kind.
Please note this is just my opinion"...
Arbybe
Well-known member
Although my experience with S O tools is positive, I doubt they can help on this one withoutFront end of this wrench is sealed with oil inside. This is the hammer assembly.
I usually immerse the tool in water just to above the trigger with the air turned
Down to about 40# and see what happens. Some leakage around the trigger bushing
Is normal and maybe a tiny bit from reversing valve.
A seal up front and a couple o rings should take care of any problem shy of a cracked housing. Be sure to dry gently with hair dryer before storage.
Also, after much experimenting I use synthetic ATF about 3/4 to top of cup inside front end.
I think any clean oil will do on a pinch. Bearings and bushings in any tool must be kept
Wet with oil of some kind.
Please note this is just my opinion"...
A charge.
If you want to try see what your SO dealer can do on trade in. Often it is very favorable.
Just say'in
devoncoolman
Well-known member
If your having issues with it. Just send it in for flat rate repair. Its $125 from snapon. Ive had great luck with it. Sent my mg31 in because i smashed it in a lift. Broke the housing snapped the anvil. They replaced everything. Rebuilt the air motor and gave me a new cover. All for $125. Just sent my air hammer in too. Was just blowing air. Got it back good as new. Workes better then it ever has.
Arbybe
Well-known member
Cracked case ,anvil on this tool costs much more than 125.00.
A real bargain.
Good for you!
A real bargain.
Good for you!
Well the issue is I don't think S/O ever really fixed the problem. But I can't prove it. And as far as buying another air tool from them IDK if I should risk it. I know several other brands that can keep up with S/O and are a little less money. Any suggestions would be appreciated.