I have had difficulty removing and replacing sockets. Is the split ring in the groove on the 1/2" drive supposed to be removed before using?
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Do not remove the split ring. Is this the first impact wrench for you. You want a snug fit. Remember this is going to be turned at a high rate of speed once there is no load. A ratchet has the spring loaded ball bearing keeping the socket on .This impact keeps the socket on with the split ring. You can always use a straight slot screw driver and wiggle it at the bottom of socket to remove the socket. Hope this helps.
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No that is the only thing holding the socket on. Either use a flat head screwdriver to pry it off or get an impact extension that has a ball bearing for the retention instead of a split ring and keep it on there.
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NO! Do not remove that split ring. It's what holds the socket on the anvil. Similar to a ball on a regular extension except its stiffer. You don't want the 231c flinging your socket across the garage. It'll loosen up with use I imagine.
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I assumed cutting the wires would be required. Looking at the typical application before deciding to replace the socket would indicate cutting the wires could be required. Looking at the wire nuts supplied would also be a clue.
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Hi again Mike. Is the CPU socket a rectangle, or are the top two corners by the locking screw on an angle so the socket looks like home plate?
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No, I haven't had a problem with that at all. This case is well built and has an inner panel (not shown in the picture) that clicks over the drive tools on top and has a foam bottom to secure the sockets without damaging them at all.
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hi,uses standard 1/2 square drive impact sockets available in indiviual sizes as well as many many different sets.big tool store
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I believe it is a sealed unit. Meaning you have to destroy the chassis to get the drive out.
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try one of the sockets. If I recall correctly, I used the bits together with a ratchet and a socket.
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I would compare this drive to the current one you own. If the size or type of connector is different then that it's where your problem lies
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Hi Peggy. My comment on the site is about making a repair to the drive socket that has sheared. I don't sell replacement drive socket kite. Contact Vita-Mixer in order to get a drive socket kit. A repair was possible on my Vita-Mixer Maxi 4000. If your drive socket is sheared and you want to attempt a repair I might be able to help. My email is dmjat@bell.net Thanks. David Thomas.
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I used a socket, put my screw driver(with rubber handle so it gripped inside the socket) with an extension to be able to reach it....... Think it's a flaw in the design but a little ingenuity and you'll get it :) Duck tape and a broom handle anyone?
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I went thru the Jack/tool kit compartment with a 1/4" drive deep socket. real tight fit and requires a lot of patience. Advice, loosen the nut , but don't remove it completely as it would be dificult to get back on the stud. Hope this helps. I loosened the lens enough to slip the tab unfer the lens, then bolted everything together , then tightened all. Also, be sure to tape the area next to the lens to protect the paint while installing.
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LOL. Wow. Yes I remember the sockets being a little difficult to remove from the plastic holders, but I guess I'm not the kind of guy that likes to let a piece of plastic get the best of me, hehe.I think I used a pair of pliers to hold the plastic while I pulled em off with the other hand. I definitely didn't try putting them back on and threw the plastic thing away, lol.
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No, it requires a little effort. Both sides need to be removed and then one can access the drive. My unit failed out of the box. POS if you ask me.
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The bit is about 2 and a half inch long and can not be removed from the socket
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Yes. The sockets are just SMA bulkheads that go through a 1/4 inch round hole in the bracket and are held on with a nut. Easily removed. On the one that I bought, the nuts were quite loose and needed to be tightened.
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I called the factory. They eliminated the 3/8 drive (model now ends with an "a") and went to a cast design for more strength. The problem they addressed is the gorillas out there overtorqueing, which would break out the 3/8" drive part. If people would learn to use a torque wrench, this wouldn't be a problem. As an engineer, I can say they did the right thing. While a little more inconvenient, it more importantly also won't break.
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No. only accepts 1/4" hex shaft bits...I use it with a set of cheap adapters also from amazon which allow me to use all of my smaller 1/4" and 3/8" drive sockets with it.