Torquing HOG D1 DIN Inlet tube

[Pao]

I'm referring to this part:


Can I use a deep 3/4" socket to torque it down instead of a 7mm hex key? The wrench flats seem kinda thin/flimsy. I wouldn't want to buy an extra long hex key just for this.

Thanks in advance!

 

[The Chairman]

As long as it allows the tube into it's recess, sure, why not? I use a twelve point box wrench with the reg in a vice and I tighten it carefully.

 

[Pao]

As long as it allows the tube into it's recess, sure, why not? I use a twelve point box wrench with the reg in a vice and I tighten it carefully.

Thanks!

 

[The Chairman]

FWIW, with all the tools I own, I don't believe I own such a socket. Let me know the part number if you find such a beast.

 

[Jim Lapenta]

One thing to watch when using a deep socket is to make sure that it does not have too much "rounding" on the end. My 3/4 and 13/16ths sockets did. They had a tendency to slip since the nut is so thin. A light dressing with a belt grinder took care of that nicely.

 

[Pao]

FWIW, with all the tools I own, I don't believe I own such a socket. Let me know the part number if you find such a beast.

https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-1363-...rd_wg=vc8Wk&psc=1&refRID=5WHQG30PNKE0634RB8VJ

 

[Pao]

One thing to watch when using a deep socket is to make sure that it does not have too much "rounding" on the end. My 3/4 and 13/16ths sockets did. They had a tendency to slip since the nut is so thin. A light dressing with a belt grinder took care of that nicely.

I see what you mean... Off to the sander then...

 

[Candiru]

McMaster Carr 8367A74

 

[Lorenzoid]

I'm referring to this part:
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Can I use a deep 3/4" socket to torque it down instead of a 7mm hex key? The wrench flats seem kinda thin/flimsy. I wouldn't want to buy an extra long hex key just for this.

Thanks in advance!

A 19 mm socket might fit ever so slightly better than a 3/4".

 

[Pao]

Done! It's a 19 mm.