Thread Number: 48420
Wrench for a SQ top loader
[Down to Last]

automaticwasher.org's exclusive eBay Watch:
scroll >>> for more items --- [As an eBay Partner, eBay may compensate automaticwasher.org if you make a purchase using any link to eBay on this page]
Post# 701626   9/6/2013 at 18:54 (3,882 days old) by JeffG ()        

Probably the dumbest question ever posted on AW, but we're trying to replace a scratched graphic panel on a 2008 Speed Queen top loader (AWS76), the panel is held on the sides with two hex-head, non-slotted screws. The problem is, these two screws are recessed and clearance around them is very thin.. none of our standard wrenches or sockets are thin enough to fit around them. If anyone knows of a specific wrench that will work, it would save us a lot of time and hassle. Thanks!





Post# 701630 , Reply# 1   9/6/2013 at 19:07 (3,882 days old) by mtn1584 (USA)        

Have you tried a nut driver? I bought one the other day at Sears to get the lint screen off of my SQ dryer to vacuum underneath, are these the same style screws you are taking about? I am sure you find a tool at Sears to loosen them.
Mike


Post# 701693 , Reply# 2   9/7/2013 at 01:38 (3,882 days old) by JeffG ()        

Mike, we've tried three 1/4" nut drivers, all are too thick. We're about ready to just dremel the dang plastic around the screws to eliminate the problem.

Post# 701725 , Reply# 3   9/7/2013 at 10:25 (3,882 days old) by mtn1584 (USA)        

Jeff,
Call Alliance and see what they use? Let me know how you make out.
Mike


Post# 701730 , Reply# 4   9/7/2013 at 10:37 (3,882 days old) by kb0nes (Burnsville, MN)        

kb0nes's profile picture
Does seem goofy they would make the machine that way, perhaps they are attempting to control access?

If you have a bench grinder (or a lathe) simply remove material from the outer diameter of one of the nut drivers you have. I have about half a dozen sockets I have done this with over the years and they seem to come in handy from time to time.


Post# 701771 , Reply# 5   9/7/2013 at 13:46 (3,882 days old) by Yogitunes (New Jersey)        

yogitunes's profile picture
usually the 1/4" drive socket sets have smaller diameter sockets compared to larger ones....just a thought

Post# 701774 , Reply# 6   9/7/2013 at 13:58 (3,882 days old) by JeffG ()        

Phil, we get that sense. Or at least we can't come up with another explanation for it. Great idea about grinding down a driver. Thanks!

Martin, the main problem is that socket thickness isn't included in tool specs when shopping for them. We'd have to trial and error wrenches to find one.




Forum Index:       Other Forums:                      



Comes to the Rescue!

The Discuss-o-Mat has stopped, buzzer is sounding!!!
If you would like to reply to this thread please log-in...

Discuss-O-MAT Log-In



New Members
Click Here To Sign Up.



                     


automaticwasher.org home
Discuss-o-Mat Forums
Vintage Brochures, Service and Owners Manuals
Fun Vintage Washer Ephemera
See It Wash!
Video Downloads
Audio Downloads
Picture of the Day
Patent of the Day
Photos of our Collections
The Old Aberdeen Farm
Vintage Service Manuals
Vintage washer/dryer/dishwasher to sell?
Technical/service questions?
Looking for Parts?
Website related questions?
Digital Millennium Copyright Act Policy
Our Privacy Policy