Mark J Bradakis wrote :
> If you have clearence, a 3/8 butterfly
> impact wrench
> and deep socket helps in removing bleeder screws. The impact
> wrench generates
> the force along the axis of the screw, which is a good thing.
> Trying to get
> them undone using a wrench, even a flare nut wrench, can put a substantial
> sideways, shearing load on them which helps in having the exposed
> portion tear
> away from the threads in the cylinder. Not a good thing.
For those without a butterfly impact wrench, you can also avoid the side
load by using a 'T-handle' socket wrench, usually with an extension to get
room to swing it. By using two hands, one on each arm of the 'T', you can
eliminate all side load.
The impact wrench probably still works better.
Randall
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