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In The Ten Ring · 09-05-2013, 05:29 PM

So I caught a break today in my schedule and I decided to remove the radiator. Getting the brackets off was a breeze but these two guys....I can't find a socket that fits! I assume it's a special bolt of some kind....what sort of socket do I need here?

SS Tim · 09-05-2013, 05:41 PM

All you need is a twelve point socket. Most bolts you see will be six point. That is six flats with six points to drive off. However there are also twelve points that have twelve points to drive off. These will not fit in a six point socket correctly.

*Fitz* · 09-05-2013, 05:43 PM

[QUOTE=In The Ten Ring;6255271]what sort of socket do I need here?

QUOTE]

Those are 12 point flange head bolts. Any 12 point socket will work.

Lee H · 09-05-2013, 05:54 PM

7/16s. Also, most combo box & opened end wrenches are 12 point on the box end.

In The Ten Ring · 09-05-2013, 05:57 PM

Most box wrenches are??? CHECKING RIGHT NOW!

Thanks a ton guys!

JointTech · 09-05-2013, 08:06 PM

channel locks

Andy4639 · 09-05-2013, 08:13 PM

Don't use channel locks if at all possible. Only as a last resort. Correct tool for the correct application. 12 point socket are box end.
U can change them out though once u get them out.

Tx Firefighter · 09-05-2013, 09:16 PM

Please don't use Channel Locks. You can buy a cheap wrench anywhere for under 5 bucks. Just look for a box end that's 12 point, which is a majority of them.
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In The Ten Ring · 09-05-2013, 10:19 PM

Oh no, I know better than to bugger up a bolt by using the wrong tool. I used the box wrench and they came off just like the man said. BUT it seems my core support is pretty rusty.....I will join the site as a paying member so I can put out a want ad for a rust-free core support.

I'd rather stay with OEM if possible since I fear a repo won't fit quite right.

Andy4639 · 09-05-2013, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by In The Ten Ring

Oh no, I know better than to bugger up a bolt by using the wrong tool. I used the box wrench and they came off just like the man said. BUT it seems my core support is pretty rusty.....I will join the site as a paying member so I can put out a want ad for a rust-free core support.

I'd rather stay with OEM if possible since I fear a repo won't fit quite right.

Glad to hear it.

09-05-2013, 05:29 PM	#1
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	What type of socket do I need here? So I caught a break today in my schedule and I decided to remove the radiator. Getting the brackets off was a breeze but these two guys....I can't find a socket that fits! I assume it's a special bolt of some kind....what sort of socket do I need here?

09-05-2013, 05:41 PM	#2
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: What type of socket do I need here? All you need is a twelve point socket. Most bolts you see will be six point. That is six flats with six points to drive off. However there are also twelve points that have twelve points to drive off. These will not fit in a six point socket correctly. __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

09-05-2013, 05:43 PM	#3
Fitz Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tucson Posts: 2,183	Re: What type of socket do I need here? [QUOTE=In The Ten Ring;6255271]what sort of socket do I need here? QUOTE] Those are 12 point flange head bolts. Any 12 point socket will work. Attached Images

09-05-2013, 05:54 PM	#4
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,141	Re: What type of socket do I need here? 7/16s. Also, most combo box & opened end wrenches are 12 point on the box end. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

09-05-2013, 05:57 PM	#5
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What type of socket do I need here? Most box wrenches are??? CHECKING RIGHT NOW! Thanks a ton guys!

09-05-2013, 08:06 PM	#6
JointTech Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Mission Viejo, CA Posts: 1,856	Re: What type of socket do I need here? channel locks __________________ 72 C20 Long Bed SB350 TH400 14 bolt rear end Extremely boring build thread

09-05-2013, 08:13 PM	#7
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: What type of socket do I need here? Don't use channel locks if at all possible. Only as a last resort. Correct tool for the correct application. 12 point socket are box end. U can change them out though once u get them out. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-05-2013, 09:16 PM	#8
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: What type of socket do I need here? Please don't use Channel Locks. You can buy a cheap wrench anywhere for under 5 bucks. Just look for a box end that's 12 point, which is a majority of them. Posted via Mobile Device

09-05-2013, 10:19 PM	#9
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What type of socket do I need here? Oh no, I know better than to bugger up a bolt by using the wrong tool. I used the box wrench and they came off just like the man said. BUT it seems my core support is pretty rusty.....I will join the site as a paying member so I can put out a want ad for a rust-free core support. I'd rather stay with OEM if possible since I fear a repo won't fit quite right.



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