Zero degree double box end wrenches

[Jure]

i have only one,its 13-17 mm and never used it since i bought it 3 yr ago...i think 90% of people will choose starter aka half moon over the db 0 degree,but anyway here is the question :

Have you ever found the use for db end zero degree wrenches?

what you would rather get 10-19mm half moon wrench set or db end zero degree wrenches? (both wrenches are NON ratcheting version)

 

[Stooge]

i've found more use for them in the few sizes that i have for 0* offset ,(few select sizes of extra long sae and metric) than i have for half moon wrenches that i only inherited from someone. they're a lifesaver with bellhousing bolts, i've actually been looking at expanding my collection, just not very high on the priority list since i have my common use sizes.
i cant think of many instances when i've "needed" to use a half moon wrench.

 

[T45]

0 offset is useful in aerospace or confined areas, and somewhat paradoxially, when you have a lot of open space. The are not obstruction wrenches, they are fore fasteners placed in recessed fittings. The lack of offset means there is no mis-alignment of forces, so the extra length is useful in this regard as well.

So they are useful if you understand how to use them. If you don't need them, that may be a function of what you work on. For shallow recesses they are better (faster) than a breaker bar + socket. And allow you to fit in where the stack height of a socket is not gonna work. And where a ring or open end is other wise to "fat" to seat in the recess.

 

[amolaver]

I know I'm in the minority, but I prefer zero degree wrenches to the 'standard' 15 degree style. Obviously, you can't use them everywhere, but when using them to turn a fastener (vs backing up a power tool on the other end of a fastener), I find I'm less likely to slip off, especially if I'm using any significant amount of force. I've got a super long set of gearwrench that ratchet on one end, fixed on the other (same size), and a low profile genius set like what you refer (8/10, 9/11,10/12,etc). The gw set is great in situations where they fit, the genius set is great otherwise. Besides my 15 degree Wright set (std non ratchet, absolute nicest wrenches I own) and an xl gearwrench zero degree ratcheting combo set, the double box zero degree are my next most commonly used. The genius (non ratcheting) are reasonably priced and great wrenches. Love them on suspension and driveshaft work.

ahm

 

[T45]

I know I'm in the minority, but I prefer zero degree wrenches to the 'standard' 15 degree style. ... I find I'm less likely to slip off, especially if I'm using any significant amount of force.

Absolutely agree.

Zero offset gives you the best biomechanics if you have a clear swing.

 

[cheechi]

I know I'm in the minority, but I prefer zero degree wrenches to the 'standard' 15 degree style.

I agree with one footnote. I prefer these long pattern double box 12pts over standard combo 12pts. I would still want standard combos over these in 6pt.

 

[bonneyman]

Aerospace use was what they were originally designed for. But the long length and "flat" profile really helps me on AC equipment. Here's my SAE set of Utica/Bonney.

 

[RedneckWelder]

I have a set of the Gearwrench XL wrenches, the ones with both a ratcheting end and a non ratcheting box end. I like them a lot and use them frequently. Well worth the $160 I paid for the metric and SAE set on promo.

 

[sberry]

The Cman sets of old came with those type and they have their place.

 

[metaldad]

i need to acquire a set of standard and long length sae doublebox o's,

 

[benzoni]

Apples to oranges. I have used them and love them for the applications where they work. I can use both kinds.

 

[Thumper]

I have a few that come in real handy at times.

 

[devoncoolman]

Use mine all the time. I guess its a preference thing. Some guys use them some don't. I know guys that don't use ratchet wrenches. In this day and age i dont know why you wouldn't.

 

[DieselSaves]

I have one in 17/19 mm that is great for engine oil drain plugs. The extra length is nice for loosening ones that have been really cranked tight.

 

[wild cowboy]

I have the super long Mac zero degree double boxes in 10x11 - 12x14 - 17x19

great for reaching stuff far away!

also, if you have a pretty girl helping you wrench, it gives her amazing strength on fasteners

 

[AA/FC]

I just ordered the 6 piece metric set of double box, 0 degree wrenches from Snap On this morning. Lol...

 

[jmm]

I have a half moon wrench I picked up some place...never used it.

But the high performance 0 offsets, I couldn't do without. They can go where ratchets can't, and bust things loose ratchet wrenches don't have the strength to. I use the 14 mm end of a 14/17 mm weekly on Mack/Volvo engines.

 

[jvitez]

Love them on suspension and driveshaft work.

ahm

+1. If I'm really cranking on a fastener, a socket/ratchet combo can slip off. Not so with a zero degree wrench. I can also wail on it with a ball-pein hammer if need be, and the forces are all aligned with the axis of the fastener.

 

[Tronyadorable]

+1. If I'm really cranking on a fastener, a socket/ratchet combo can slip off. Not so with a zero degree wrench. I can also wail on it with a ball-pein hammer if need be, and the forces are all aligned with the axis of the fastener.

That's why they make these

 

[OutsideMachinist]

That's why they make these

Those are expensive. They dont fit in any space that is remotely tight or confined. Use slugging wrenches all the time, they dont work for what he means.

 

[Adam.C]

I've used my 0 degree wrenches for accessory belts, adjusters etc. Snap On sells a special fan belt wrench which is a cheap and weak version of these wrenches. Very handy.

 

[90zcar]

Got this about 3 weeks ago for a focus tensioner Would like to get the 12/13mm size yet and maybe the 17-19



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[bonneyman]

Got this about 3 weeks ago for a focus tensioner Would like to get the 12/13mm size yet and maybe the 17-19



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Dang, those Snap-On HP wrenches are beautiful! If they work half as good as they look, they gotta be awesome.