Set of sockets 30mm and larger? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Wincks2 · 03-26-2010, 10:30 PM

Getting an injector out of my 6.2 engine requires a 30mm tool.

My shallow socket is too shallow. My wrench is too big and long to fit in there.

So I guess I need a 30 mm deep socket or an equivalent tool. A store near here thinks a 30 mm axle nut socket may do.

So I could get the individual piece or a spend more for a socket set with bigger sizes than my current set.

Are there other things on these trucks than need sockets bigger than a deep 30 mm socket?

Schwinn68 · 03-26-2010, 10:37 PM

try harbor freight for cheap big socket sets. I needed a 36mm to change out my front wheel bearings on my truck and I just went to autozone and bought the single socket. It was 20.00 but I didn't see the need to get the whole set

USSkoval · 03-27-2010, 01:03 AM

The Harbor Freight deep impact socket set has that size and they go on sale for $20 for the set. It is a very nice and strong set... been using them at work on a daily basis for about 5 years now with zero breakage.

Schwinn68 · 03-27-2010, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by USSkoval

The Harbor Freight deep impact socket set has that size and they go on sale for $20 for the set. It is a very nice and strong set... been using them at work on a daily basis for about 5 years now with zero breakage.

are they the pittsburg brand? They seem like a great value at only 20 for the set.

wfomkivdrvr · 03-27-2010, 03:26 PM

if memory serves correct a 2 5/16 deep socket will work i'm sure thats what I used on my 6.2

cableguy0 · 03-27-2010, 04:11 PM

The impact sockets at harbor freight are pittsburg brand. The only issue is they are too thick in some cases. Being thick is why they dont break though. For 20 bucks you cant beat it.

Wincks2 · 03-28-2010, 01:14 AM

Thanks.

Wanted the work done sooner so went with a 30mm axle nut socket. Was deep enough to take the injector and worked fine.

Will keep a lookout for the harborfreight sale

rambler · 03-28-2010, 07:39 AM

I"ve had to do that a few times,, paying 12-20$ for a SINGLE socket..

Ive bought some metric sets only to find out they skipped a socket and had to go back and buy back that indvidual one as well...

03-26-2010, 10:30 PM	#1
Wincks2 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canada - Manitoba - Winnipeg Posts: 425	Set of sockets 30mm and larger? Getting an injector out of my 6.2 engine requires a 30mm tool. My shallow socket is too shallow. My wrench is too big and long to fit in there. So I guess I need a 30 mm deep socket or an equivalent tool. A store near here thinks a 30 mm axle nut socket may do. So I could get the individual piece or a spend more for a socket set with bigger sizes than my current set. Are there other things on these trucks than need sockets bigger than a deep 30 mm socket? __________________ Old Smokey: 85 GMC 3/4 ton long bed crew cab originally a 5.7 gas engine now with an 84 6.2 with a 92 serpentine belt system, a banks sidewinder, torque converter, and a shift kit. I bought her this way from someone handy - and now am trying to figure out how all this truck works. The Old Smokey project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=390518

03-26-2010, 10:37 PM	#2
Schwinn68 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Minooka IL Posts: 191	Re: Set of sockets 30mm and larger? try harbor freight for cheap big socket sets. I needed a 36mm to change out my front wheel bearings on my truck and I just went to autozone and bought the single socket. It was 20.00 but I didn't see the need to get the whole set __________________ Ben _____________________________________ 1971 Chevy shortbed 350/4-speed sold 2005 Chevy Duramax EC/4x4 Local 597 Pipefitters certified TIG MIG and stick welder

03-27-2010, 01:03 AM	#3
USSkoval Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: West Jefferson, OH Posts: 999	Re: Set of sockets 30mm and larger? The Harbor Freight deep impact socket set has that size and they go on sale for $20 for the set. It is a very nice and strong set... been using them at work on a daily basis for about 5 years now with zero breakage.

03-27-2010, 03:26 PM	#5
wfomkivdrvr HORSEPOWER JUNKIE Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Esparto,CA. Posts: 97	Re: Set of sockets 30mm and larger? if memory serves correct a 2 5/16 deep socket will work i'm sure thats what I used on my 6.2 __________________ 67 C20 fleetside custom camper 69 El Camino 72 Camaro 52 Dodge b3b 108 pickup

03-27-2010, 04:11 PM	#6
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,948	Re: Set of sockets 30mm and larger? The impact sockets at harbor freight are pittsburg brand. The only issue is they are too thick in some cases. Being thick is why they dont break though. For 20 bucks you cant beat it. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

03-28-2010, 01:14 AM	#7
Wincks2 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canada - Manitoba - Winnipeg Posts: 425	Re: Set of sockets 30mm and larger? Thanks. Wanted the work done sooner so went with a 30mm axle nut socket. Was deep enough to take the injector and worked fine. Will keep a lookout for the harborfreight sale __________________ Old Smokey: 85 GMC 3/4 ton long bed crew cab originally a 5.7 gas engine now with an 84 6.2 with a 92 serpentine belt system, a banks sidewinder, torque converter, and a shift kit. I bought her this way from someone handy - and now am trying to figure out how all this truck works. The Old Smokey project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=390518

03-28-2010, 07:39 AM	#8
rambler MOVE OVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 5,470	Re: Set of sockets 30mm and larger? I"ve had to do that a few times,, paying 12-20$ for a SINGLE socket.. Ive bought some metric sets only to find out they skipped a socket and had to go back and buy back that indvidual one as well... __________________ No matter where you are..... There you are... Buckaroo Banzi



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