The GearWrench 84946 3 Pc 1/2" Drive High-Strength Wheel Protector Impact Metric Set is engineered for professional technicians to service sensitive wheels without causing cosmetic damage. This impact-rated socket set combines a thin-wall design with integrated protective sleeves, safeguarding alloy, chrome, and painted wheels during lug nut removal and installation on various passenger cars, SUVs, and light trucks.
Key Features
- Integrated Wheel Protection: Non-marring outer sleeves and inner inserts actively prevent scratches and chips on delicate wheel faces and lug nuts, preserving high-end alloy, chrome, and custom-painted finishes.
- High-Strength Impact Durability: Constructed from chrome molybdenum alloy steel, these sockets are designed for extended service life and consistent performance in demanding daily impact applications.
- Thin-Wall Access: A slim profile design improves access to recessed lug nuts and narrow wheel bores, commonly found on late-model vehicles and performance wheels, streamlining work for mechanics.
- Optimized Fastener Engagement: An off-corner loading design drives fasteners on their flats, significantly reducing the risk of rounding and maintaining a secure grip even under high torque applications.
- Clear Identification & Corrosion Resistance: A manganese phosphate finish offers robust corrosion resistance, while large, laser-etched and hard-stamped size markings ensure long-term readability in challenging shop environments.
Applications
This professional impact socket set is essential for automotive shops, tire service centers, and mobile tire/wheel service providers. It is specifically designed for lug nut removal and installation on passenger cars, SUVs, and light trucks, particularly those equipped with original equipment (OE) or aftermarket alloy, chrome, or painted wheels where preserving the finish is critical during impact-powered service.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: GearWrench
- Model Number: 84946
- Drive Size: 1/2"
- Included Sizes: 17mm, 19mm, 21mm
- Material: Chrome Molybdenum Alloy Steel
- Finish: Manganese Phosphate
- Weight: 1.75 lb
- Dimensions (case): 7.8 x 5.2 x 5.2 in
- Storage: Blow Mold Case
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