Compact 11-Piece 3/8 Drive Socket Set - 9.5-19.5mm for Undersized, Swollen or Damaged Hardware

The Astro Tools 78311 11-Piece 3/8" Drive 1/2 Size Socket Set - 9.5 - 19.5mm is designed to accommodate undersized, swollen, or damaged hardware. Have you ever encountered a situation where a 13mm socket is too tight, but a 14mm feels loose, and it's not an SAE size? While perfectly-fitting sockets are ideal, not every bolt and nut on vehicles remains factory-perfect to the millimeter over time and service life. This set allows the use of 0.5mm under-sized sockets for rounded and damaged bolts and nuts, as well as the use of 0.5mm over-sized sockets for swollen or corroded bolts and cap-covered nuts. For hand tools and impact wrenches, a hammer can be used to fit 1/2 size under-sockets where needed.

The set is versatile and can also be used on SAE fasteners by stepping down the effective hex dimension on worn-out hardware. This feature is particularly useful when dealing with bolts and nuts that have become rounded or damaged over time. The ability to use under-sized sockets helps to grip and remove these difficult-to-access fasteners, while the over-sized sockets can accommodate swollen or corroded hardware.

The Astro Tools 78311 11-Piece 3/8" Drive 1/2 Size Socket Set - 9.5 - 19.5mm is a valuable tool for mechanics and DIY enthusiasts who work on various vehicles. It provides a practical solution to the common problem of dealing with hardware that has deteriorated over time. The set's versatility allows users to tackle a wide range of tasks, from replacing worn-out bolts to removing rusted or corroded nuts, with increased efficiency and ease.

In summary, this socket set is designed to address the challenges posed by non-standard hardware, ensuring that users can effectively work on their vehicles, regardless of the condition of the existing fasteners. Its innovative features, such as the use of under-sized and over-sized sockets, make it a valuable addition to any tool collection, ultimately saving time, effort, and potential frustration during vehicle maintenance and repair.

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