keith
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Post by keith on May 16, 2024 12:16:25 GMT 1
Any idea where i can obtain a 6 point 2 inch socket/wrench to tighten/undo the nut for my fuel tank ?
thanks
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Post by magnet on May 17, 2024 11:52:02 GMT 1
Hello Keith, I’ve used a large version of an adjustable spanner in the past ( old type) - search E Bay. Less desirable alternative would be to use a Stilson with a good heavy rag wrapped around the brass nut. Kind regards, Gareth.
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Post by keith on May 17, 2024 16:37:45 GMT 1
Thanks Gareth,
Yes I was just looking at the large adjustable spanners on ebay and tempted by a large stilson too!
someone is selling on ebay a 2 inch socket a bit pricy at £18 but am tempted by this too. Currently using an old G clamp with some success.
anyway thanks
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Post by magnet on May 17, 2024 18:10:02 GMT 1
As said - stilson would be my last choice, old large adjustable first. Large socket will probably dictate a 3/4 inch drive adapter. Have you looked at the modern oil filter sockets? Kind regards, Gareth.
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Post by keith on May 20, 2024 18:46:53 GMT 1
Thanks again Gareth I can,t be sure about the modern oil filter sockets that they would fit. The nut does require a lot pf force to seal it
best regards
Keith
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Post by magnet on May 21, 2024 9:13:54 GMT 1
Thanks Keith, Just a thought, so I can only repeat - large old type adjustable spanner. ‘Lot of force to seal’. I don’t think that force is king here with these brass threads. In my book, what is,is the type of sealing washer used. Copper - rather than fibre - is one option, but I have used a ‘Dowty seal’ washer in the past to good effect. Worth Googling. Kind regards, Gareth.
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Post by rlubikey on May 21, 2024 13:16:27 GMT 1
How about those pressed steel spanners used in plumbing - for hot water tanks, immersion heaters etc? Or are the ones I'm thinking of octagonal???
Cheers, Richard
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