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Can you be more specific? What are you trying to do? This seems like a shop talk type of question, unrelated to Spyders, but I could be wrong.
Mazo EMS2
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Hex, or Torx? Most of the fasteners on the Spyder are Torx. Just buy a set with a reputable name and you'll be fine. There isn't anything cranked down so tightly that you need top of the line stuff, and the stuff that is, usually isn't Torx. Avoid chinese tools and you'll be fine, regardless of the tool
Sccar
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Hex for spyder when needed and for general garage use. I was trying to changed my foot peg yesterday and stripped a hex bolt......:banghead::banghead: wasn’t fun. I am blaming that on my cheaply made in China hex set, so I am looking for something better as I threw the ones I had in the recycle bin. Eels difficult finding something not made in China.
Okay, still not clear. A hex bolt is turned with a wrench. Stripping means stripping the threads on a bolt or screw, usually by tightening it too much (and I don't think that's what you mean). I think you are asking about hex keys, which fit the recessed part of a hex head screw. If you 'stripped' the head of a screw, that would be because you were using the wrong size. If by 'stripping' you mean rounded off the shoulders on a hex key, that would also be likely caused by using the wrong size.
Sometimes folks use SAE on a metric fitting and vice versa. That quite often will work unless the fastener has been or needs to be torqued down quite a bit, in which case the mismatch between the SAE and the metric could cause enough slop to 'strip' the screw head or the hex key or both (usually the hex key because it's softer metal).
Hex keys come in a variety of configurations and sets. They also come as 'bits' to fit an interchangeable screwdriver or socket wrench. Almost anything you buy these days is made in China unless you go with Snap-On or some other high-end professional tool. Tools made in China aren't necessarily junk; let price be your guide. The cheaper stuff (like Harbor Freight) is not as well made as the more expensive stuff (Husky from Home Depot vs. their HDX brand).
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Sccar
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Sorry, meant hex key, I was using a standard 5mm and yes they were from harbor freight. they worked fine on the first 2 but on the third they may have worn out and I did not think to check since they had performed so well on the first 2.
I think you will be fine with the better quality ones (not the cheapos) from Home Depot, Lowe's, ACE, etc. Amazon has a slew of them; check to see which ones get good ratings and have been around for awhile.
Good question! Don't know, but I could use one for that reason. Of course, once they're sorted, how to mark the size on them?
I have been using Harbor Freight tools for some time now and have had no problem as long as you use the correct size and be sure it is in or on straight. When I was in a shop doing a lot of wrenching I would not buy them. For just use on your own equipment and use them correctly they work fine.
robhowen
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Consider Craigslist in your area
Given the poor quality of so many tool brands today, I suggest you watch your local Craigslist under "tools" and look for an older set of SnapOn or Craftsman or other brand tool when they were well made. This is how I acquire most of my tools anymore, and I get quality used tools for good value
Rob
Given the poor quality of so many tool brands today, I suggest you watch your local Craigslist under "tools" and look for an older set of SnapOn or Craftsman or other brand tool when they were well made. This is how I acquire most of my tools anymore, and I get quality used tools for good value
Rob
Your probably right if you can find the tools you want. I was a mechanic for years starting in the 50's. I had about all SnapOn tools when I stop back several years ago.. I sold most all my tools and did buy some Craftsman but have purchased a lot of Harbor Freight tools just for my garage. I use to do a lot of work on Goldwing motorcycles and a lot of tire changes. I have a Harbor Freight motorcycle tire changer. It works great with the No Mar tire bar after learning how to use it.
Jerry
IdahoMtnSpyder
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Many, if not most, hex wrenches, at least the better brand ones, have the size stamped on them. Hard to see usually, but they're there.
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hex socket set
I have seen at least a dozen different brands of these ....and all of them were guaranteed for LIFE ..... Mike :thumbup:
I have seen at least a dozen different brands of these ....and all of them were guaranteed for LIFE ..... Mike :thumbup:
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JayBros
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I have a Pittsburgh 6" digital caliper from Harbor Freight that accurately measures my jumble of Allen wrenches, both metric and SAE. There aren't that many different Torx and Allen sizes on a Spyder. The HF Torx bits fit very accurately in my Spyder bolts. If you buy six point hex socket sets you stand less of a chance, even with Chinese made, of rounding a bolt head. Except for the rear axle nut on my Spyder there also aren't any nuts that require a high torque. At 77 lbft the front lug nuts are chump change.
trikermutha
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The size is usually stamped on the sides of the wrench. Need a micro scope to see it tho :roflblack:
Harbor freight wrenches worked fine for me. Not sure which set you purchased. Not all there tools are the greatest
Bob Denman
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:shocked: Just go to Sears... They still sell tools; don't they? :dontknow:
Get yourself some metric and SAE sets, and a good set of Torx stuff: you'll be the "Go-To Guy" in your neighborhood!
Get yourself some metric and SAE sets, and a good set of Torx stuff: you'll be the "Go-To Guy" in your neighborhood!
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