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Cheap triple squares are a REALLY bad idea. Brake parts, half shafts, engine mounts, seat mounts. 2001-2022 Audizine, Audizine.com, and Driverzines.com. I prefer short driver bits, they're less likely to twist on you. Thanks, I can't seem to find them on Amazon.
Hmm, I've used cheap triple square sets and have had no issues. Just another option to think about. They are the OE for Mac and some other truck brands IIRC. Look at vim Asian make but with snap on quality too been using them for years. Reading a little more into the reviews on Amazon for the Capri Tools set, some say the bits are too short, but the item description does not indicate whether or not these bits are stubby-type. Not sure if this really makes a difference or not as one can always use an extension to aid. I also have a set from VIM. Problem is when you get a chain store that hires minimum wage people and they don't have a clue as to what they are doing. When you go to a Napa, Autozone or a local independant store, always look for the cranky old farts. I have a blue point set(VIM?)
The one from VIM Tools caught my attention the most after reading through all the comments, but this set is all 3/8" drive. I think they are around the same price, $20-25 bucks shipped if you are a Prime Member. that have treated me well. Cheapest and bit sockets generally don't go well together.
Mostly use these for is rear caliper brackets on vw Touareg and rear toe adjustment on Mercedes Benz it depends on what work you do on German cars oil changes most likely not but general maintenance shop I would invest in 1/4 and 3/8 atleast, Mostly use these for is rear caliper brackets on vw Touareg. Unitronic stage 2, 3 inch turboback, Stasis SS coils Autozone carries the 17mm allen bit. I have the VIM set also and no issues and very affordable.
You are using an out of date browser. I also have the VIM set. Haha, no wonder they offer lifetime warranty for that second chance. The 9pc VIM Set XZNS1000, includes bits in 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" drives. I guess I'll have to resort to Capri Tools for this one. I didn't work on German cars, thats why I never heard of the triple square. Thank you all for the recommendations. It is the same thing as a 17mm hex bit. 12 bucks. They held up and still look new after me beating on them pretty hard with a breaker bar trying to get my rear calipers off. The concept is similar to that of the double-squarein both cases, the idea being that it's like a square (Robertson) but can be caught at more frequent angles by the driver bit. Its name derives from overlaying three equal squares to form such a pattern with 12 right-angled tips (a 12-pointed star). The VIM Tools discretely state stubby. Never heard of tripple square, is this the same as torx? These screws can be removed with standard Robertson bits. Not sure if this really makes a difference or not as one can always use an extension to aid.
It's hard to pass on the VIM unit above.
well, checked Harbor Freight, they have 17mm hex bit in a. Home Depot and Lowes have always had the tools I need, try calling all the auto parts / home improvement stores in your area and you'll definitely find what you're looking for. I am very pleased with these sockets. They all are Made in Taiwan.
+1. Way stronger than they look.
You often won't get a second chance with one of these.
I even used them with an impact driver. I've bought some at NAPA that have worked well for me. Which is most suitable for Audi Work, Short, Long, or both?
I was on short notice so I couldn't order online. These are used in high torque low access applications. The VIM set is already so cheap and VIM products are so well spoken of. I just recently bought the Capri Tools triple square bit set from Amazon for the same thing, VW work. Probably manufactured by Vim Tools too as someone else put it, Not sure on model number but my Cornwell set is all 3/8. You learn something new every day! For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. JavaScript is disabled. Having not included what sizes you are looking for, here is a small set of smaller sizes from Cripe Distributing. They only need to be long enough to fully engage the head of the fastener. OTC also makes a short set that has a hex on the outside of the socket so you can use a wrench on them -. I think that if you are going to use a triple square on fasteners that are in good shape and you don't plan on using it that often then a junk set will cut it.
Any Automotive jobber " should" be able to order these. http://www.amazon.com/VIM-Tools-Triple-Square-Serrated/dp/B00XHYH48M, http://www.ebay.com/itm/391117654777?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT, http://www.vimtools.com/store/page12.html, http://www.amazon.com/Capri-Tools-T42499068&sr=8-1&keywords=Triple+Square+Metric, http://www.amazon.com/Neiko-10054A-Triple-Square-Spline/dp/B004DKHVM8/ref=zg_bs_2225089011_3, http://www.amazon.com/Neiko-10056A-4-Inch-8-Inch-Sockets/dp/B004WK9I3O, http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0rue&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_3&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER. 1990 Audi Coupe Quattro - 4.0tt 6spd swapped. The VIM Tools discretely state stubby. excellent quality. It may not display this or other websites correctly. They are usually the ones with a wealth of knowledge in there heads and can answer the difficult questions. The triple square, also known as XZN, is a type of screw drive with 12 equally spaced tips, each with a 90 degree angle. where to buy 17mm hex bit and 12pt triple square bit? I have the short Neiko set and it's held up well doing various jobs including breaking head bolts. The only time I've ever needed it is when I had to remove a shroud for an oil change on a beetle. I think it goes down to 4 or 5. And this isn't just a random HF bash, their hex and torx are often improperly sized which leads to a much bigger headache when it either breaks off or doesn't fit stopping you in your tracks. Common sizes are 6, 8, 10, and 12 mm. Autozone does carry the 12pt tool, it comes in a 4 pack, that's where I got mine from.
A few of them are quite high milage and still fit great. I recently got a VIM set off of amazon for alittle over $25. May as well throw your money in the trash and save yourself a trip to HF if you'd actually consider that place for this particular product.
I have a long snap on one that I use for VW/Audi Axles(12 I believe) and I have a long 10 for doing older head bolts. They are good quality and come in a nice case.
Even the VIM Tools are Made in Taiwan, but expect better quality as they are the OE for some of the major truck brands. In other words, 3 Robertson squares superimposed at 30 rotation. I don't do much work on Euro vehicles but how often do you need a triple square on them? Where can I find the cheapest decent triple square bits?
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