I am having a hard time removing sockets from the 1/2 inch head, is there a special tool or trick??
1627544
Put grease on the tip and try removing several times to work the ring smooth.
1627545
There is a ring that holds the sockets in place. If you want to make it easy to remove the sockets just squez the ring with pliers
1627546
Stick a flat blade screw driver under the socket and twist to pop it off or tap it in with a hammer if it's really stubborn.
820368
I am sure the mechanics have a special tool. I used a needle nose plier, as recommended, but they did not do so well. The tips of the plier must fit into the slots on the threaded bolt and the plier must be kept at the right position. You got to try this to understand. It's "tricky", but it can be done without a special tool.
1468529
I just broke the packaging and removed the small parts from the socket ends by tapping a screwdriver through the socket. I can't imagine why they were packaged that way.
942847
This is actually pretty easy, but also not obvious (at least to me).Step 1: Using needle nose pliers, reach down into opening of the socket and remove the rubber stopper inside (it's not attached to the plastic plug). This exposes the plastic plug.Step 2. Take a long thin screw driver and put it down flush against the plug where you just removed the stopper.Step 3. Hit the screw driver a few times with a mallet. It should pop right out. You're done.
1694648
I have had the same issue and I think it has to do with the torque of the fastener you are trying to remove, you have to break that initial torque on certain fasteners, bolts, screws etc., and then it will be fine. It is an inconvenience but I still like using the tool and still happy with my purchase.
1182171
The replacement heads should come with a plastic piece that is the head removal tool. There is a hole just below the brush head that when using the tool depresses a tiny ear that locks the head to the toothbrush. Not to be confused with the two holes on the back of the brush head.. Those are drainage holes.You can use a needle to release the tiny ear you dont have to have the head removal tool.
1082093
I don't have "tricks" up my sleeve, but if I was struggling with this problem, I think I would try a large wrench.... the kind that is used to remove an oil filter from an automobile. It has a rubber strap that wraps around tightly so you can twist it off. Hope this helps.
897396
I really don't know as I use it for the 1/2 drive sockets, there is no way to ratchet down the torque as with a drill/driver.
2202915
Make sure you have the right size socket before you do this btw. Get a breaker bar, torque wrench, or pipe extension on your regular socket drive. If they still don't budge, use some WD40 on the bolt and let it sit for a few, this helps break the bond. You'll get it... if you don't use the right size socket, you run the risk of stripping the nut (not good). Don't use a monkey wrench or deep socket, use a regular socket. If you strip it, well, you'll need to get a stripped bolt remover socket from Sears (or online) and replace the bolt. Keep at it...
2080016
Suggest try tapping on end of the saw head housing - this should relieve pressure on collet and allow removal of the complete saw housing head. Of icourse this assumes you have unscrewed the black plastic nut on the saw head housing.
1147005
Flat head screwdriver, that's it if you go on YouTube you might find a video on how to do it
1984771
I bought a cheap set of screwdrivers which have the special head, and a "spluge"?! for prying it off.My son is the whiz in the family, and had no problems doing the replacement (other than he preferred a different color than I bought).
751775
the whole head will come off. Pls check if you own the exact model. If it is not exact model you cannot use this.
2144197
Just a regular #2 Phillips head will work. Try a straight reg screw driver. Hope this helps...
1785071
take a piece of electrical tape or a piece of black rubber from a sheet of rubber from a fabric craft store and glue it or wedge it in the cradle of those loose sockets and see if that helps
1230355
I you are removing / changing sockets often, go with the hog ring anvil. the other style requires you to push in a spring loaded pin with a punch or nail to change the sockets. I have no problem pushing on or pulling off sockets with the hog ring anvil.
1483079
If you are talking about the adapter ring, they can be difficult. They come off counterclockwise. You can try a plastic jar opener grip and try to grip evenly around the perimeter, otherwise you will just pinch it and make it more difficult to remove. Good Luck