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Special double socket wrench tool for tightening pan bolts
Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2023 4:57 pm
by mgarrett
I've only seen a couple of these special wrenches - sorry I don't have a pic. Works like a brace and bit. Anyone own one of them and do they actually work?
Re: Special double socket wrench tool for tightening pan bolts
Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2023 5:04 pm
by Dave S
I have managed to find three, all different. They work, although a bit awkward. Obviously not with engine pans.
Re: Special double socket wrench tool for tightening pan bolts
Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2023 5:13 pm
by mgarrett
Dave, I thought that was their purpose...to tighten the pan bolts using only this special tool. Did I miss something?
Re: Special double socket wrench tool for tightening pan bolts
Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2023 5:29 pm
by Scott_Conger
Like Dave said, there are several sizes of these things. Years ago I thought they were "T" specific...turns out not so, or at least "not so" for all but one size...
I seem to recall an advertisement for one on pans, but again, there are several different ones for different size nuts/bolts, so while that may be ONE use, there are others.
Re: Special double socket wrench tool for tightening pan bolts
Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2023 7:11 pm
by Dave S
Mike I am sorry for the confusion. Our ts have pans between the engine and frame , thats what I was thinking of when I answered you
Re: Special double socket wrench tool for tightening pan bolts
Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2023 8:09 pm
by mgarrett
No problema - I think the one that was given to me works on Model T engines to grab the pan bolts and nuts from both sides while tightening in one operation. I can see where this would be a great time-saver when removing and re-installing. I really love these fascinating old tools.
Re: Special double socket wrench tool for tightening pan bolts
Posted: Tue Jan 31, 2023 9:10 pm
by pre15dale
I have seen 2, one of which I have in my collection. I would post a picture but not sure I know how.