[Shop-talk] head bolt socket recommendations

[scott.hall at comcast.net]

fwiw, most sockets now incorporate the ogv architecture.  in fact, I don't think I've seen a straight-sided flat for a while.  even craftsman is doing it.  now tight they fit I couldn't say, but my macs and snap-ons do well.

I'm a long-time facom disciple, but it's the screwdrivers that are the must-haves.  for sockets I like snap-on.  wrenches, mac knuckle-savers, etc., etc.  especially with the euro where it is now.  I can only imagine what they're asking for facom stuff nowadays.  facom ratchet handles, though.  almost too nice to get grimy.  get the s-k handle for the rough work.

I was going to respond to his question with: what does volvo recommend you use?

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "Bob Kegel" <bobkegel at seanet.com>

> Try a better-quality socket, such as a Facom OGV. They're designed to put
> pressure on the bolt's flats, rather than the corners.