Very simple solution to the thin magnets that corrode easily. Take clear fingernail polish prior to inserting them in the sockets and paint them that prevents any Oxygen causing an oxidation
You can adjust the height of the magnet in the socket with anything original like chewing gum, plumbers putty, cardboard or a wood shim. For putting in bolts I mostly use one wrap of masking tape to hold bolt in socket but for smaller light weight bolts this most definitely works for a DIY project. For $15 on eBay
I had a set of HF color-coded sockets that I loaded up with magnetic inserts. After this I only used the sockets on the very rare occasions that I needed to be able to reach down with an extension into a hole with a nut (or a short bolt) in the socket. The magnets were too weak to hold onto large, or longer, bolts, and when you tightened a nut on a stud (or bolt) it would push the nut out of the socket, and then you'd need to get another socket to finish the job. Since I bought these color-coded sockets specifically to put these magnets in them, at least I had other sockets, but when I decided to clean out my tool cabinet, these were among the first things I got rid of, and I haven't missed them. Now, if I need to put a nut or bolt into a hole, I use a strong 'magnet on a stick' to get it started, and then go in with the socket on an extension.
another option is magnetic extension, which have a small extendable magnet that protudes through the drive hole of the socket. works great for spark plugs. I think they solve most of the problems with these but they still can be a bit tedious to use.
I have those craftsman magnetic socket inserts you have in the beginning in your left hand and I cant get them to work?? Thus, why I am here....i usually use some dab of grease or the like to hold the bolt for a sec
Hello again Catus Maximus Thank you for another Great Video. Thank you for doing some of the leg work for me. I've been considering these types of magnets for work. Thank you for the quick education. Now early on in the video, you showed the built in magnets? Who are they and how much are they. How strong are the magnets? Do they come as a 12 point Sae socket Etc. I am also looking for locking Extensions, who would you recommend. Again thank you for the Great Video.
Not worth a thin dime, I understand. Some years ago I was at O'Reilly Auto Parts doing some shopping. I walked by the "Clearance" rack and saw a three piece magnetic socket attachment set for $5. The set had the 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" drive sizes you attach to the ratchet and the socket to the magnet part. After trying to use them a couple of times I found out why they were on the "Clearance" rack. Now those things take up space in my tool box!
Very simple solution to the thin magnets that corrode easily. Take clear fingernail polish prior to inserting them in the sockets and paint them that prevents any Oxygen causing an oxidation
Learn something new everyday! Even at 52 years old. Thanks for another fantastic video!
You can adjust the height of the magnet in the socket with anything original like chewing gum, plumbers putty, cardboard or a wood shim. For putting in bolts I mostly use one wrap of masking tape to hold bolt in socket but for smaller light weight bolts this most definitely works for a DIY project. For $15 on eBay
Always honest reviews. Not biased. Tells it how it is. Interesting tools. Very comprehensive :)
I had a set of HF color-coded sockets that I loaded up with magnetic inserts. After this I only used the sockets on the very rare occasions that I needed to be able to reach down with an extension into a hole with a nut (or a short bolt) in the socket. The magnets were too weak to hold onto large, or longer, bolts, and when you tightened a nut on a stud (or bolt) it would push the nut out of the socket, and then you'd need to get another socket to finish the job. Since I bought these color-coded sockets specifically to put these magnets in them, at least I had other sockets, but when I decided to clean out my tool cabinet, these were among the first things I got rid of, and I haven't missed them. Now, if I need to put a nut or bolt into a hole, I use a strong 'magnet on a stick' to get it started, and then go in with the socket on an extension.
For the bolts with the washer type head all you have to do is push the magnetic inert up closer to the end of the socket.
I have been into tools forever and did not know there are sockets with built in magnets. Thanks for the video.
Never heard of the inserts or the magnetic sockets. You brought up some really good points about them, thanks for sharing and take care!!
another option is magnetic extension, which have a small extendable magnet that protudes through the drive hole of the socket. works great for spark plugs. I think they solve most of the problems with these but they still can be a bit tedious to use.
@@dummkompf Very interesting, I will look into that. Thanks for the suggestion!
Epoxy a magnet on the end part of the socket driver and you won't have to put a magnet on each socket.
Thanks, I almost bought them out of curiosity
I have those craftsman magnetic socket inserts you have in the beginning in your left hand and I cant get them to work?? Thus, why I am here....i usually use some dab of grease or the like to hold the bolt for a sec
How can I order this tool Magnetic socket insert?I'm from Philippines.Thank you
LINK PLEASE WHERE CAN I BUY THOSE AT?. AMAZON, HOME DEPOT, LOWES, HARBOR FREIGHT, NAPA, ECT???. THXS :)
Hello again Catus Maximus
Thank you for another Great Video. Thank you for doing some of the leg work for me. I've been considering these types of magnets for work. Thank you for the quick education.
Now early on in the video, you showed the built in magnets? Who are they and how much are they. How strong are the magnets? Do they come as a 12 point Sae socket Etc.
I am also looking for locking Extensions, who would you recommend. Again thank you for the Great Video.
Don’t ever stick them in an impact swivel socket... you’ll never get them out! Haha!
Not worth a thin dime, I understand. Some years ago I was at O'Reilly Auto Parts doing some shopping. I walked by the "Clearance" rack and saw a three piece magnetic socket attachment set for $5. The set had the 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" drive sizes you attach to the ratchet and the socket to the magnet part. After trying to use them a couple of times I found out why they were on the "Clearance" rack. Now those things take up space in my tool box!
Hmm... Might be worth picking up one of those ULTRA cheap $4 socket sets from Harbor Freight and turning them into a dedicated "magnet set".
I chose to spend the money on the sunset sockets. I almost bought a set of those. I definitely won’t now that I have seen this video
3 things that don't cooperate in "show business", children, animals, and magnets!
Never seen these