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High-Performance W38162 3/8-Inch Drive 5/8-Inch Extra Long Spark Plug Socket Review

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Revainrating 2.5 out of 5  
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2.7
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Details

BrandPerformance Tool
Size1
MaterialChrome Vanadium Steel, Alloy Steel, Extra Long
Finish TypeChrome plated
Compatible Fastener Description0.375 inches

Description of High-Performance W38162 3/8-Inch Drive 5/8-Inch Extra Long Spark Plug Socket

Size: 3/8" Dr 5/8" Long SP Socket, Overall socket length: 5 1/8. Socket openings are designed to reduce fastener rounding. Chrome vanadium alloy steel construction for strength and durability. Polished nickel chrome plated finish resists corrosion. Large stamping for quick identification.

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Revainrating 2 out of 5

It worked fine a couple of times

The tool worked fine on the first two spark plugs, then it stopped holding the spark plugs. I had to use needle nose pliers to remove and install the remaining plugs. I think the rubber grip is pushed in too far. It should also be made slightly longer so that no lengthening is required. I wouldn't, but that's it again.

Pros
  • Tools and Housewares
Cons
  • Miscellaneous Miscellaneous

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Useless junk, better buy a GearWrench with a magnet!

Do you like wasting your time? Do you like spending money? Do you love endless disappointments and pain? Then buy it! If you try to install a new spark plug with this socket, the rubber insert that holds the spark plug stays on. On any modern engine that has the plugs recessed into the hole/tube this is a major problem as the only way to get the piece of rubber out is to pull the plug back out. Don't buy this horrible useless tool! Buy a GearWrench 80546 spark plug wrench instead. The…

Pros
  • Power Tools & Hand Tools
Cons
  • Money Box Price

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Spark change from 1 hour to less than 5 minutes

My MX5 Roadster is eating spark plugs. This was a feature I found out before buying and it wasn't a big deal. One weekend I attempted to change spark plugs using a spark plug I bought at a local auto shop. Apparently it was too small, and after you unscrewed the spark plug and lifted it up, both the spark plug and the socket remained in the engine. I'm freaking out! I thought I completely screwed up my engine. My fingers couldn't get in there and neither could my tools. I finally found a…

Pros
  • Triple Square Drive
Cons
  • Long delivery time