What size socket do I need for the lug nuts on OEM wheels?

[jfoxny]

I want to purchase a "soft" socket for taking off the lug nuts on my 987 (Boxster S II 18" wheels) such as this one:

http://www.amazon.com/Impact-Socket-Protective-Plastic-Sleeve/dp/B000VH5X54

I think I just need a standard 19mm socket, but, want to make sure before I order one.

Thanks in advance,

Jason

[Loren]

Correct 19 mm.

I would buy 6 point sockets - they are stronger.

[jfoxny]

Correct 19 mm.

I would buy 6 point sockets - they are stronger.

Great, thanks Loren. Any idea where I can get a "soft" 6 point socket that I can use with an impact wrench? A lot of the soft sockets seem to not be compatible with impact wrenches and I'm guessing it's because the "impact" from the wrench will break the "soft" socket. I'm just worried about scratching the wheels or lugs while using the impact wrench.

Thanks again for the quick response,

Jason

Edited February 24, 2010 by jfoxny

[PAULSPEED]

You could give these guys a call.

http://www.toolsource.com/impact-socket-protective-plastic-sleeve-19mm-p-92640.html?sourceid=froogle

Paul

[mp911]

I wrapped my socket in electrical tape

[jfoxny]

I wrapped my socket in electrical tape

Humm.. that's a good idea! I'm also concerned about the interior of the socket, though. I'll be using an impact wrench it increases the chance of scratching the lugs. Got any ideas for that besides not using the impact wrench? :-)

Thanks,

Jason

[White987S]

I really don't think you should use an impact wrench. All you need is a good, 1/2 drive, torque wrench, with a long handle. Spec is 96 ft.-lbs. Eat some Wheaties, you can do it!

[70Sixter]

+1 on not using impact wrench or letting anyone else like a tire shop.

[White987S]

I recently bought from Craftsman a 19mm, deep well, 12 point, 1/2 drive socket. Works great!:

http://www.craftsman.com/shc/s/p_10155_12602_00950769000P?vName=Tools+%26+Equipment&keyword=19+mm+deep+well+socket

[jfoxny]

I ended up getting a set of protective sockets from Amazon.com for $30 and using a torque wrench instead of the impact wrench. The sockets worked out well and in case anyone else wants them here's a link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I0B1P0/ref=oss_product

Thanks for the replies,

Jason

[Loren]

I wrapped my socket in electrical tape

+1

I do the same.

[vipola]

You mean only the outside to not scratch the weel or the inside also ?!?

[Loren]

You mean only the outside to not scratch the weel or the inside also ?!?

Outside only.

[kbrandsma]

If you have some Plasti Dip, you can do what Pedro recommends. Press Here

The tip is at the very bottom of the page.

Edited March 9, 2010 by kbrandsma

[vipola]

Never heard of 'plastic dip'

I wonder if it would 'braek off' or if its more like rubber..

Edited March 9, 2010 by vipola

[kbrandsma]

It's a coating like you would find on pliers, etc. Found a container of it at Home Depot. Lowes didn't stock it.