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  • FighterCat57
    "The" Fighter Cat
    • Apr 2010
    • 3480
    #1

    EKOS Motor Mounts

    Is it just me or are the hex screws for the motor mount a little difficult to get to?

    Using a ball end hex seems to help, but there's got to be an easier way.
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    • Meniscus
      Refuse the box exists!
      • Jul 2008
      • 3225
      #2
      Welcome to the forum!

      Many of us use an allen to loosen or tighten. Then we use a flex driver with a bit. If you don't know what I'm talking about, just let me know and I'll try to post a picture for you.

      Hope this helps.
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        • Meniscus
          Refuse the box exists!
          • Jul 2008
          • 3225
          #3
          Here's a link to something so that you know what I'm talking about: http://www.wescotools.com/p-8777-14-...nius-tool.aspx

          At Norther Tool and Equipment or Harbor Frieght, they have a kit with a driver and allen bits. I can't remember where I found it. If you already have the bits, then I seem to remember Sears have a flexible extension that had a magnetic end so you don't loose the bit you're working with.

          In any case, I'd recommend finding one with a magnetic end. It will make your life much easier.

          Another tool I use as well as others, is a Chapman tool. There's tons of variations on this tool, but it allows you to put a lot of force on a small allen bit and also ratchets. Only issue is, you have to have enough clearance in the area you are working in so that you can swing it back and forth. Hopefully that made sense.
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            • Meniscus
              Refuse the box exists!
              • Jul 2008
              • 3225
              #4
              Found it! Here's the thread: http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/...ad.php?t=13703

              Look at post #8
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                • FighterCat57
                  "The" Fighter Cat
                  • Apr 2010
                  • 3480
                  #5
                  Originally posted by Meniscus
                  Welcome to the forum!

                  Many of us use an allen to loosen or tighten. Then we use a flex driver with a bit. If you don't know what I'm talking about, just let me know and I'll try to post a picture for you.

                  Hope this helps.
                  Hi & Thanks!

                  I have the Home Depot 4mm kit, but never thought to use it with a 1/4 socket wrench before. Basically a 4mm socket with the 4mm hex bit to 1.5/2/2.5 as needed. That'll help for sure.



                  I'll keep my eyes out for the 4mm flex shaft extension sold separately. Although for 7.99, it might just be easier to pick up the full set from HF.
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                    • FighterCat57
                      "The" Fighter Cat
                      • Apr 2010
                      • 3480
                      #6
                      I think I may have found something here!

                      https://www.all-spec.com/products/SPT8000-A.html


                      I don't know what the bits are, but might be able to find a 1/4" drive 2.5mm hex if it doesn't have one already.
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