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Subject:Re: Lug nut stripped
From:neil N
Date:Sun, 2 Nov 2008 12:42:53 -0800

Hey neat. Didn't know they existed. Thanks for the tip.

In light of what Courtenay is asking (120VAC have more power?) I'd be
tempted to get one of those given I have an inverter in the Westy.
(though I have no idea how much power a 120VAC unit would draw)

Neil.

On Sun, Nov 2, 2008 at 9:47 AM, Jim Cochran <mxsailor@gmail.com> wrote:
> One of the most helpful items I keep in my cars is a 12 volt "emergency"
> impact wrench. They sell for about $40 complete with sockets and extension.
> If I get a flat, the wheel is off and on in no time. Also nice for removing
> nuts from alternators & such.
> Jim C
>
> On Nov 2, 2008, at 10:38 AM, neil N wrote:
>
>> I recall chewing up a lug nut REAL good a while back....
......
>>
>> If a socket still fits, might be worth taking it to someone with an air
>> gun.