Wrench?

[Thegreengiant12]

Is a wrench the best thing to use to tighten the threaded nut that seats up to the plastic piece? I was thinking a tappet wrench cause it?s thin, not sure what others use.

[Panther6834]

This might sound strange to some, but I use turnbuckle wrenches, primarily because they're smaller, and easier to handle (around the boats), but also because they're thinner.


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[1coopgt]

I use a wrench on the stingers for the Zonda. Same style with that nut . I just make sure not to over tighten them.

[Thegreengiant12]

This might sound strange to some, but I use turnbuckle wrenches, primarily because they're smaller, and easier to handle (around the boats), but also because they're thinner.

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Those look like they work great, would I have to get the same size as the regular wrench or do they run differently?

[Panther6834]

Those look like they work great, would I have to get the same size as the regular wrench or do they run differently?

Measurements area always opening width...ie. the same.


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[RaceMechaniX]

A small adjustable wrench is probably a good option as it will allow you to snug up the wrench on the flats.

[NativePaul]

I used to keep a 6" adjustable wrench in the tool pocket of my boating bag, and it is a very useful tool.

When I came across parallel pliers they replaced the adjustable wrench instantly, for the low torque stuff we are do with our models they are perfect, so much quicker and easier to use than an adjustable wrench, and they don't round over nuts like regular pliers do.
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[Thegreengiant12]

A small adjustable wrench is probably a good option as it will allow you to snug up the wrench on the flats.

thank you

[Panther6834]

I used to keep a 6" adjustable wrench in the tool pocket of my boating bag, and it is a very useful tool.

When I came across parallel pliers they replaced the adjustable wrench instantly, for the low torque stuff we are do with our models they are perfect, so much quicker and easier to use than an adjustable wrench, and they don't round over nuts like regular pliers do.
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I like those. Might have to search them out. Do you remember where you got them from? Grainger? Home Depot?


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[nhk750]

Ive been using these small wrenches for all my rc needs and they work great as their thin, small and fit in tight spaces, plus cheap. Wrench set on Amazon

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[NativePaul]

I bought them from their originators Maun online here but I am sure they are available from an online store in your country, I've never seen them in a brick and mortar shop though. They have been available since WW2, but I didn't even know they exited till I was in my 30s.

Unless you want to spend a fortune they all look pretty similar to the ones in the photo with the stamped steel handles, and at least for the Maun brand I can vouch that despite there rather basic looking build, they have a nice action no flex, and minimal slop.

There are a myriad of jaw shapes and materials available. My set has a hardened steel flat nosed jaw that is mostly serrated but with a smooth nose so they can still be used gently if needed, and with a full length v groove in 1 jaw for firmly holding wires, pushrods, flexies and the like, another nice thing about the design is that you can pass a wire between the handles and work on it anywhere down its length. Due to its versatility I would get these jaws again if I lost them, but I can also see some snipe nosed jaws in my future.

There are 2 main types, the ones I pictured in which the handles are stamped into a U shape with a spring in one handle, and some are stamped into an O shape, but lack the spring. Personally I prefer sprung pliers but un-sprung are available too at a similar price for those that prefer them, so if you have a strong preference and are shopping on ebay or amazon where you cant rely on the description, look at the photos carefully before buying.
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[Panther6834]

I bought them from their originators Maun online here but I am sure they are available from an online store in your country, I've never seen them in a brick and mortar shop though. They have been available since WW2, but I didn't even know they exited till I was in my 30s.

Thanks for the info. I found them on crApazon (Maun, and other brands), but, of I can afford giving them any money, and but direct, I will...even if it means posting a slightly higher price. Will also depends on shipping costs to ship to this side of The Pond.


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