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Hand tools are hand-operated products that assist workers in building, gardening, and fixing a variety of objects.

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What size Allen wrench do you need for changing brakes 1994 camaro?

I believe it is 3/8". You can purchase a special 3/8" socket tool just for this use and it works on almost all Chevies.

What size wrench is used for a oil change 2004 ford ranger?

Use a strap wrench, easier and quicker, and you can use it on any vehicle without having to ask -"what size - - - "

The engine oil drain plug size should be 13mm.

How do you use a torque wrench?

Why Use a Torque Wrench?A bolt sitting on your workbench is at rest regardless of whether it is made of metal or rubber. When you install the bolt in an application and begin to tighten it with a wrench it begins to stretch and load up a force along its length. Just like a rubber bolt, if you tighten a metal bolt too much it will break the bolt (or damage the application), but if it's not tight enough it will not have the proper preload to hold the application together. You could just tighten up the bolt as much as you can, but in most cases an engineer has calculated how much "give" should be between the bolted surfaces to assure minimal wear and maximum application life in whatever bumpy, cyclic environment the bolt is designed to be used. The answer to achieving the proper amount of preload is to use a torque wrench, and just as importantly to use it correctly.


You don't. If you want to do it right you need a torque wrench. It is more important than people think to torque fasteners properly.


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It is - you can do a lot of damage with incorrect or uneven tightening. If a proper torque-wrench is unavailable it is sometimes possible to use a strong spring-balance on the handle of a standard socket-set, and use the standard formula relating tension, length and torque, but that is potentially inaccurate it's far, far better to use the correct tool!

ALL of the above comments are absolutely correct- I would add only that just offhand I can think of 2 common applications on cars where use of a torque wrench is essential -Cylinder head bolts and trans pan bolts.

What does it mean when the wrench indicator light comes on in a 2002 Pontiac sunfire?

The wrench light is a service indicator. It generally means that something needs attention. Sorry to not be more specific, but GOOGLE didn't reveal much about this light. Several suggestions were to have Autozone, or whichever parts house you use, check the OBD II port to see if there are any trouble codes being "thrown".

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What size Allen wrench do you use to change front brakes on a 2000 cougar?

You need a torx type socket. If you use an Allen wrench...you will strip out the inside of the bolt.

What size star wrench to take off the brakes?

First of all you don't say which car and year. - Second, by the incorrect term "star wrench" you possibly mean Torx and they are almost never used on brake calipers. 99% of the time calipers are held by Allen screws or regular bolts.

What does the wrench light on ford explorer mean?

The "wrench light" on the dashboard of a Ford automobile lights up when there is an unspecified problem with the engine. The car must be taken to an authorized dealership or repair shop straight away. Here, the problem can be diagnosed.

How do you use a strap wrench?

You wrap the strap around whatever you are taking off, then thread it into the wrench so it will tighten as you push.

What does the wrench warning light on the dash of the Ford Explorer mean?

It means generally that there is something minor wrong in the engine bay. The best way to find out is have the codes read by buying a code reader yourself or taking it to an agency for an assessment.

What size wrench to change bicycle pedals?

There are two common standards for pedal threads, 9/16 and 1/2.

What size torx wrench is needed to replace 2003 Jeep Wrangler headlight?

Number 10 Torx works on a 2003 Jeep Wrangler. Fairly simple. Just remove the 3 holding the rim on, then the 4 holding the lamp in. I was able to change 2 lights in less than 1/2 hour.

Are Benchmark rasps generally better quality than Nicholson rasps?

That's an 'opinion thing', like "are Chevy's better than Fords" , but I honestly believe Nicholson files and rasps in general are VERY good products and I consider Benchmark average.

Can you use a regular knife sharpener to sharpen a dull machete if you have no access to a grinder?

It depends on what you call a regular knife sharpener. If you do not have access to an electric grinder, the next best tool (maybe even better, just a little slower)would be a metal file. Lay the blade on a table or flat surface with the handle hanging off the edge with the sharpened side toward you. A C-Clamp or the equivilent will make the job much easier. Using the flat side of the file begin to push the file across the sharpened area of the blade at an angle of about 20 degrees. Continue until you have filed the blade edge smooth and sharp. Then turn the blade over and move to the other end of the table and sharpen the other side. With a good file you can put a nice edge on the machete. Good Luck, DrDave

Who uses a screwdriver and insulating tape?

A screwdriver is a hand tool commonly used by technicians, engineers, mechanics, and DIY enthusiasts to drive screws into or out of various materials. Insulating tape, also known as electrical tape, is primarily used by electricians and technicians to insulate electrical wires and prevent short circuits or electrical shocks. The combination of a screwdriver and insulating tape is often used in electrical work to secure connections and ensure electrical safety.

What size wrench is needed to loosen caliper bolts on my 2005 Ford Escape?

I just changed my front ones last night...It takes an 18mm socket. I used a 1/2 in drive so as to get as much torque as possible on the breaker arm to remove rusty bolts. It took a little doing and the help of some penetrating fluid.

What is a torch wrench?

# If you mean "torque" wrench, that's a tool to assist a mechanic to accurately tighten a bolt to a pre-determined torque. Torque is the twisting force. If you over-torque bolts they will fail, if you UNDER-torque them, they will work loose. # If you really mean "torch wrench", that's a term some guys use in difficult situations. "Ah, nuts, I can't get that rusted bolt to come off so I'll just use the torch wrench" Sometimes it's called a "hot wrench" or whatever other euphemism the mechanic is accustomed to, but it's basically an acetylene torch with a cutting tip.