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Originally Posted by DRWMGTF
I really need to sort out what size of drive would be best for my socket set(s).
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Hi David,
Recently I've released and undone some pretty tight fastenings: 150 Nm for the awkward front suspension lower arm bush housings, 350 Nm for the front hub nut and whatever the crankshaft pulley bolt is. In all cases 1/2" drive hand tools worked perfectly well. For high torque values it's more important to use a good quality hexagon socket (rather then bi-hex).
You probably already know this but the wire brush treatment followed by a light smear of suitable lubricant on the threads ensures that the tightest of nuts and bolts can be released by hand and without drama after years and years.
Plus of course, as said earlier, on your return home from tyre fitters always check the wheel bolts with your torque wrench.
Simon