ICON vs SNAPON 3/8 socket test semi-deep medium

[thoresf]

12 point sockets/wrenchs can work in a pinch for etorx but would always recommend the right tool for the job

[mrmusclecarsuspect]

And this is why theirs specific tools for specific jobs!

[brianriggin]

This is why ICON and other brands offer a lifetime warranty. For some stupidity doesn't last a day. It lasts a lifetime.

[brandon]

When i was young it was about getting the job done as cheap as possible. Over the years ive learned that spending the little extra for the right tool for the job will make your day a whole lot better!

[DJGRoc]

Whoever said a 6-point socket would work on that is a damn fool! The only type of socket other than E-Torx that will fit that bolt is a universal/spline drive socket. Given the amount of torque required for the connecting rods, I wouldn't recommend anything but an E-Torx for that job. ✌🏼

[CoderSal-XIII]

That is why I own sets of 6-point, 12-point, E-Torx, and triple square sockets. The right tool for the job, it's worth the investment.

[jarydjackson]

The amount of pain this caused me as a Mercedes tech is too much to bear! Thank God the first thing I did was buy tons of torx and e-torx and triple square sockets lol. I rounded off quite a few of these back in the day with my chrome 6 point sockets

[rileymatthews]

I have only ever witnessed sockets get broken in real life on this channel. I legitimately have never seen sockets break before. And the best part is that there’s been quite a few on this channel! Even Snap-on ones. Sure I’ve snapped off extension heads and busted ratchet mechanisms I’ve even snapped breaker bar heads. But you are the only one that I have seen break sockets my friend. And I just want to say I appreciate the content.

[BirdwellingtonAmalgamation]

On an E10 hold down bolt or something maybe... but engine work or anything torqued I'm definitely reaching for the E torx.

[SongWhisperer]

Well there’s your problem, you need to pound a 7mm socket on that bolt, problem solved.

[charleskinney]

This is why an actual mechanic buys kits that have all those specialty sockets just in case we don't want to do damage to somebody else's vehicle or our own

[stboost]

Just because it fits it doesn’t mean it’s the right tool. I’m glad you can show it personally

[lynxstarautomotive]

In low torque application, standard sockets work. Something that has high torque, use the appropriate e-torx.

Btw SO e-torx are excellent, but limited in size and drive.

[livid]

the icon took a lot more force before it gave, meaning it was holding the etorx better than the snap on. so your test kinda ruled in icons favor.

[TOLDyouSOagain]

A correct cheap tool is better than expensive incorrect tools. I rebuilt my engine and used amazon neiko tripple square sockets without an issue. My hex, e torx, and torx are all oem tools. They're not expensive but at least they have a replacement warranty. My bolt extractors are amazon and work well too. I watch reviews and have a good idea of what works and what doesnt on amazon.

[MikeyMack]

Bought my first set of Etorx sockets when I had to work on my 1986 IROC-Z. Never looked back and happy i spent the money to buy them! Don't cut corners! They a relatively inexpensive to buy from places like Amazon, Ebay, Harbor and lots of others! The money spent for them outweighs the hassle of not having them when you need them!

[nosamstop]

🔧 That's why it's important to have the right tools for the jobs we do👨🏾‍🔧

[jasonmoyer]

Regular 12 point socket works perfectly fine even worked to take the etorx out of my engine mount and my caliper mounting brackets that needed a braker bar just to brake them lose.

[williamsanders]

Chrysler auxiliary / start stop batteries have a stud in them to connect to the terminals and it’s an e-torx on the top and there almost always stripped out from someone using a 4mm socket.

[dposting]

I really hope that is your OWN engine you're experimenting on and stripping bolt heads? Or at least going to replace the bolt and not leave for the next guy?