Max Capacity Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Do you also have a17mm deep 12 point 1/2" drive. I have heard good things about the some of the tools from Harbor Fright too. But 90% of my tools are Craftsman. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeylord Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 No... what's that for? If it's for the crank bolt, I already got that one. With the help of a custom spark plug & 1/4" extension piston stop, lol... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 You'll find a use for it. I also have a 14mm 12 point that I keep too. I find uses for them. Sometimes the 17mm deep help get into places like the tranny nut's. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 hf stuff works pretty good. I bought a full set of tools from them, planning to replace broken stuff with higher end tools. So far, I'm still on the original set. That said, my 1/2 inch socket/wrench set came from Sears. I've always used an 18" long 1/2" breaker bar. If that doesn't cut it, I add the jack handle from the floor jack. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 HF hand tools are decent for the price, but I would never buy any of their power tools. Each power tool I bought broke after a few uses. My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeylord Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 Yeah, I buy stuff from there too, just depends on what it is. Impact extensions, wire brushes, fender protectors, hose clamps, etc all bought recently for this project. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 should have said hand tools, jacks, and jack stands. Power tools are dewalt. Even my battery powered impact wrench is dewalt (one power pack lasted 2 days at track) Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Nice thing about our motors is that you don't need a lot of special tools to do the job. I don't recal buying any special tools when I did my motor, I was able to jimmy rig most, like using an old timing belt and vise grips to hold the cam gears firm while breaking the bolt. My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeylord Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 should have said hand tools, jacks, and jack stands. Power tools are dewalt. Even my battery powered impact wrench is dewalt (one power pack lasted 2 days at track) I was looking at the DeWalt impact (DCF889), but it's only rated for 300 ft-lbs (less than the air one I'm having trouble with) and the air one I'm looking at is rated for 780. I have heard annecdotally that the electric ones are great though, so I dunno... Nice thing about our motors is that you don't need a lot of special tools to do the job. I don't recal buying any special tools when I did my motor, I was able to jimmy rig most, like using an old timing belt and vise grips to hold the cam gears firm while breaking the bolt.Yup, did that too. So far I think the sockets I bought today are the only thing so far... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JmP6889928 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I buy a lot of HF tools to carry with me when I go to salvage yard or track because I could lose a whole set of HF sockets rather than a single Snap On for the cost...LOL I have Snap On 1/2" cordless impact and I use it but I hate it. The damn thing has way too much torque and can snap bolts off pretty easily. I also have a Craftsman 3/8" 18V cordless and I love that thing. Enough but not too much torque. It will change wheels and also do small things without breaking them. The trigger control is very good and the wrench with an extra battery was on sale at Sears for $105.00 complete. How could I not buy it? LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I was looking at the DeWalt impact (DCF889), but it's only rated for 300 ft-lbs (less than the air one I'm having trouble with) and the air one I'm looking at is rated for 780. I have heard annecdotally that the electric ones are great though, so I dunno... Yup, did that too. So far I think the sockets I bought today are the only thing so far... if your air tools are having issues, its cfm & psi that's problematic. I crank my compressor to max psi and still have troubles with some bolts. Pblaster and aforementioned breaker bar jack handle were only solution. if you can find 6point sockets, they have vest leverage. Hooked up to a capable gun with patience will eventually free it. Be sure to use the pblaster like stuff, too. I had to do a suspension bolt soaking for 3 days before I could get it to move. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I've always used an 18" long 1/2" breaker bar. If that doesn't cut it, I add the jack handle from the floor jack. Haven't broken my Craftsman 1/2" breaker bar yet, but with my big, thick floor jack handle on it, it's flexed more than the law ought to allow. Felt sure it was going to give out at the joint on more than one occasion. Pretty tough bar, and I never have to worry about the jack handle flexing or worse, bending. That thing feels like it's made out of 3/16"-thick rolled steel. if your air tools are having issues, its cfm & psi that's problematic. A good air gun needs at least 5 CFM and 90PSI to operate. They are much happier (and torquier) @ 7-10 CFM and 135PSI. On a good gun, you can typically dial-down the airflow and make it more manageable, but if you don't have enough flow, then it gets frustrating. Open up your compressor and let it bellow (within reason) to optimize your air tool's performance. And, if you can't do that, get a good heavy-duty 110V electric version. if you can find 6point sockets, they have vest leverage. Hooked up to a capable gun with patience will eventually free it. Be sure to use the pblaster like stuff, too. I had to do a suspension bolt soaking for 3 days before I could get it to move. Six-points all the way. Yeah, you might have that one or two moments when you can't get it on a nut or bolt, so keep a set of 12-points handy to initially get it going, then switch back to the 6-point. But if you want to keep your nut/bolt heads "un-stripped", stick with 6-points. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeylord Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 I'll check the compressor setup tonight. I'm using 6-points everywhere I can, but I gotta use a 12 for the head bolts obviously... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 if you don't have the compressor chops, check into a rental shop. a 4 hour rental will save you hours of frustration. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 That would mean he would have to work 4 hours faster before he has to return it. My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeylord Posted November 5, 2013 Author Share Posted November 5, 2013 lol, it's a big enough compressor for sure. I may need to shorten up the air line and adjust the regulator. The wife didn't punch me when I mentioned a new impact... Might go pick one up tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 The wife didn't punch me when I mentioned a new impact... Might go pick one up tonight. I always view that as an opportunity to buy some accessories to go with it. As long as it all comes in the house in the same bag, it usually works out ok. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 It could be the air gun too, I had this problem before and it turned out to be the air gun and not the compressor. Of course it was a HF air gun, then I bought a Craftsman gun and haven't had a problem since. Just a thought. My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 I always view that as an opportunity to buy some accessories to go with it. As long as it all comes in the house in the same bag, it usually works out ok. :lol: And then she sees the receipt and says...."What the hell, you said only $100, not $300!!!!" My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 :lol: And then she sees the receipt and says...."What the hell, you said only $100, not $300!!!!" I figure I'm gonna get punched at some point. At least the after punch is always muted compared to the initial "WTF" one. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeylord Posted November 5, 2013 Author Share Posted November 5, 2013 http://i.imgur.com/wgifRqXl.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeylord Posted November 5, 2013 Author Share Posted November 5, 2013 Well, there's your problem... http://i.imgur.com/BhaHG2el.jpg http://i.imgur.com/iGXdgGKl.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCwagon Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 At least your engine issue is no longer a mystery right ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted November 5, 2013 Mega Users Share Posted November 5, 2013 That chunk was bouncing around like crazy in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 Nice....I think you win the prize for the largest piece of piston to break off. The head is fixable, so don't worry. The valves appear to be ok from this side. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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