How do I know my socket size?

How do I know my socket size?

How do you measure socket size?

1. Insert the shank of the bolt into the holes in a bolt-sizing gauge.
2. Locate the printed bolt size to the side of the correct hole on the gauge (for example, 1/2, 3/4 or in mm for metric bolts).
3. Locate the socket head in the socket set that has this size printed on its side.

Are all oil drain plugs the same?

Are all oil pan drain plugs the same? All drain pans are not designed the same which is why different drain plugs are required for different vehicles. There is as much engineering going into the oil drain plug as any other part or system on the vehicle. Some vehicles have a reinforced drain plug hole and others do not.

Should I replace oil drain plug?

If the drain plug and washer (if equipped) is properly re-installed after an oil change, they do not need to be replaced with a new one with every oil change. You don’t need to replace the drain plug but it’s smart to replace the drain plug gasket with each oil change. You might need a compression gasket.

Why is my oil plug leaking?

There can be several reasons why your drain plug is leaking. If the washer is missing or deformed or if the gasket has dried out or torn, then these may be responsible for the leak. It’s also possible that the plug was installed too tightly, causing the threads to be damaged and oil to leak out past them.

What is the fastest way to cure RTV silicone?

Humidity. Though it may seem a bit counterintuitive, humid climates actually facilitate faster curing. Temperature. The warmer the temperature, the faster you silicone will cure.

What is the difference between RTV silicone and 100% silicone?

The key difference between RTV and silicone is that RTV is a general term for room temperature vulcanizing silicone, whereas silicone is a polymer material having repeating units of siloxane. RTV stands for room temperature vulcanizing. Performance Of 100% RTV vs. 100% silicone will perform better than “extended”.