Draper Specialist Sockets

Draper Specialist Sockets at MyToolShed.co.uk

Draper Specialist Sockets cover the awkward jobs a standard socket set can't handle. They include oil filter wrench sockets, hub nut sockets, spark plug sockets, radiator spud wrench sockets, bolt extractor sets, brake caliper sets and glow plug sockets. Each one is shaped for a particular fastener or access problem, so you can work without damaging components or wasting time improvising.

These sockets suit professional mechanics, garage technicians and serious DIY enthusiasts working on cars and light commercial vehicles. Drive sizes include 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2", so they fit the ratchets and torque wrenches you already own.

Draper Specialist Sockets Features and Benefits

• Purpose-made profiles: Sockets such as the 16 flute oil filter wrench socket and the Mercedes Benz C and E Class wheel nut socket match the fastener exactly, giving a secure fit and reducing the risk of rounding off.
• Chrome vanadium steel construction: This delivers the strength needed for repeated workshop use. Some designs, like the Volvo oil filter socket, pair an aluminium cup with a chrome vanadium steel adaptor to keep weight down.
• Thin wall designs: The PSG glow plug sockets are made for tight spaces where a standard wall thickness won't fit.
• Impact-suitable options: The impact pipe plug socket set is built for tougher tasks where extra force is applied.
• Set formats: Bundled sets, such as the brake caliper socket and bit set, put the right sizes together for one job, so you aren't hunting for a missing piece.
• Satin chrome finish: Available on the spark plug socket, this finish helps resist corrosion and wipes clean easily.

Popular Draper Specialist Sockets

Oil Filter and Spark Plug Sockets

The 1/2" Drive 16 Flute Oil Filter Wrench Socket is designed for hard-to-reach oil filter covers on Volvo vehicles. The hexagon spark plug sockets, including the satin chrome version, handle plug changes with a firm grip.

Wheel and Hub Sockets

Choose from the hexagon hub nut sockets (including a metric option), the Mercedes Benz wheel nut socket and the wheel hub cleaner pad for tidy hub servicing.

Extractor and Pipe Plug Sets

The 11 piece 3/8" drive bolt extractor set and the spiral type deep bolt extractor set help remove damaged or seized fasteners. The 11 piece impact pipe plug socket set covers drain and sump plugs.

Suspension, Brake and Electrical Sets

The 19 piece shock absorber strut nut socket set, 17 piece brake caliper socket and bit set, 12 piece air conditioning and ECU socket set and 18 piece thin wall glow plug set each cover a specific system. The radiator spud wrench socket completes the line-up for cooling system work.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right specialist socket?

Start with the job and the vehicle. Check the fastener type, the size and the drive size of your ratchet or torque wrench. Vehicle-specific sockets, like the Mercedes Benz wheel nut socket, are listed for particular models, so confirm compatibility first.

Can I use these sockets with an impact wrench?

Only use impact tools with sockets designed for them, such as the impact pipe plug socket set. Thin wall and chrome-finished sockets are better suited to hand tools, so check the product description before using power.

When should I use a bolt extractor socket?

Use one when a bolt head is rounded, damaged or seized and a normal socket slips. The spiral type deep extractor set also reaches recessed fasteners, helping you remove them without drilling.