I want a 19mm socket that is strong enough to undo the wheel nuts on my van 
without shattering (145ft/lbs). What is it I need to look for to ensure it 
will be up to the job?

Graham

"Graham"  gurgled happily, sounding much like they were
saying:

> I want a 19mm socket that is strong enough to undo the wheel nuts on my
> van without shattering (145ft/lbs). What is it I need to look for to
> ensure it will be up to the job?

Six point, not 12.
Good thick walls.
Decent brand name.

Oh, and a long handle...

"Graham"  wrote in message 
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>I want a 19mm socket that is strong enough to undo the wheel nuts on my van 
>without shattering (145ft/lbs). What is it I need to look for to ensure it 
>will be up to the job?
>
> Graham

Just get a 19mm impact drive socket. Should have a matt black finish.

On Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:59:43 +0100, Adrian  wrote:

> "Graham"  gurgled happily, sounding much like they  
> were
> saying:
>
>> I want a 19mm socket that is strong enough to undo the wheel nuts on my
>> van without shattering (145ft/lbs). What is it I need to look for to
>> ensure it will be up to the job?
>
> Six point, not 12.
> Good thick walls.
> Decent brand name.
>
> Oh, and a long handle...

3rd & 4th points will easily suffice for that sort of torque. Teng, Elora,  
Britool, Gedore or Facom will all cope. Six point isn't any stronger than  
12 point but will cope better if you've already rounded the corners.

In article <c4-dnU5nD_RWCx7VnZ2dnUVZ8uadnZ2d@posted.metronet>,
   Graham  wrote:
> I want a 19mm socket that is strong enough to undo the wheel nuts on my
> van without shattering (145ft/lbs). What is it I need to look for to
> ensure it will be up to the job?

Any good quality one should be able to handle that torque. Hex types tend
to be stronger than bi-hex, though, due to thicker walls.

Halfords pro range are decent sockets.

Of course how you use the socket makes a difference. If you use an
extension between the socket and handle and don't support it the sideways
thrust can break a socket that the torque alone won't.

-- 
*Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.

    Dave Plowman        dave@davenoise.co.uk           London SW
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"Graham"  wrote in message 
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>I want a 19mm socket that is strong enough to undo the wheel nuts on my van 
>without shattering (145ft/lbs). What is it I need to look for to ensure it 
>will be up to the job?
>
> Graham
>

1/2 inch drive ?

"moray"  wrote in message 
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>
> "Graham"  wrote in message 
> news:c4-dnU5nD_RWCx7VnZ2dnUVZ8uadnZ2d@posted.metronet...
>>I want a 19mm socket that is strong enough to undo the wheel nuts on my 
>>van without shattering (145ft/lbs). What is it I need to look for to 
>>ensure it will be up to the job?
>>
>> Graham
>
> Just get a 19mm impact drive socket. Should have a matt black finish.

What he said. 19mm impact socket, 1/2" drive breaker bar. About £15-£20 
worth all in.

"Mark W" <s@o> wrote in message 
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>
> "Graham"  wrote in message 
> news:c4-dnU5nD_RWCx7VnZ2dnUVZ8uadnZ2d@posted.metronet...
>>I want a 19mm socket that is strong enough to undo the wheel nuts on my 
>>van without shattering (145ft/lbs). What is it I need to look for to 
>>ensure it will be up to the job?
>>
>> Graham
>>
>
> 1/2 inch drive ?
That is obviously a given. Wouldn't be much good with a 3/8th on the end of 
my 27in torque wrench. Thanks for all the other advise. Searching for 
"impact" has led me to the deep sockets I need.