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Where can I find a 14mm hex/allen bit? not at Sears, Home Depot, or Habor Freight.

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Old 03-08-2007, 01:30 PM
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Default I think I've actually seen them in pep boys...
I think it's a small 3 pc. set of larger allen sockets. Call 'em and ask.
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Old 03-08-2007, 01:32 PM
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Default For a minute I thought you were talking to yourself :D I haven't tried on 14mm (which is close to
9/16"), but when I needed to open the tranny plug (17mm), I bought a ~$2 coupler nut - the long nuts used to tie in rods together for construction, buildings, fences, etc. They have them in hardware stores. Maybe try a 9/16 version and see if it fits.
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Old 03-08-2007, 01:34 PM
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Default Find a local auto parts store that carries Lisle tools.
I believe they make a 14mm and 17mm hex socket. At least the local auto parts stores to me would have that kind of thing, but for reference I have Snap-On tools.
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Default Zelenda Automotive is good too.
$16.40<ul><li><a href="http://www.zelenda.com/Hazet/Sockets-screwdr.html">986-14</a></li></ul>
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Old 03-08-2007, 01:42 PM
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unfortunately, I live in an area of PA where PepBoy's/AutoZone, etc. isn't right down the street.
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Default Autozone has a kit
it comes with a 12, 14 and 17mm IIRC. It definitly comes with the 14 thats the reason I bought the set..for rear wheel bearing.
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Use a bolt head...
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can you find a stronger allen key?
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Default which begs the question...what IS down the street?
Sounds like you've exhausted your options...drive further and find a pep boys. Call 'em first to confirm they have it.
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