Finds: 7 pc. Lugnut Service Set
By Sean O'Hara
When rotating the dubs on your fly cruiser have you ever wished for more bling in your lug sockets? Astro Tools knows you have. Now you can flip your whip with this 7 piece chrome plated Lugnut Socket set.
The set features internal and external protective sleeves that prevent scratching of wheel and decorative lugnuts. Each socket is coated in a different shade of colored chrome for the discerning “bling” freak. Ok, it’s really for the the discerning “bling” freak who also wrenches on their ride. Hey – it could happen!
How much do I have to shell out to be the envy of all those around me you ask? Only $42.
7pc. Lugnut Service Set [Astro Tools]
Street Pricing [Froogle]
October 6th, 2006 at 6:18 am
The last set of color-coded lugnut sockets I saw were these long barbell-shaped gizmos made of a flexible alloy. They’re meant to flex when a certain torque is reached, and when used in conjunction with an air wrench, they effectively prevent the gorillas in the garage from snapping off your lugs.
Search for “torque socket”, you can find singles for $20 or sets from $80.
October 6th, 2006 at 8:23 am
harbor Freight sells a similar set without the bling for 15.99. I Autocross and keep a set handy to keep from scratching my wheels.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=40035
October 6th, 2006 at 8:23 am
harbor Freight sells a similar set without the bling for 15.99. I Autocross and keep a set handy to keep from scratching my wheels.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=40035
October 7th, 2006 at 1:15 am
Of course, if the scratch resistance is all you’re looking for, a bit of heatshrink or tape will do ya just fine and cost a nickel.