Do you use t-handles?

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Thats all. Just wondering if you use t-handles or 8, 10, 12 mm sockets.
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chump6784 4/18/2020 10:09pm
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Nope, I use a ratchet with an extension bar and sockets. I find T handles have limitations where they can't get to as easy as a ratchet with extension bar
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Mossy 4/18/2020 10:14pm
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Sometimes i pull out the ratchet and extension if its more convenient but I like my T handles as well Cool
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pbody 4/18/2020 10:19pm
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Mossy wrote:
Sometimes i pull out the ratchet and extension if its more convenient but I like my T handles as well Cool
Second this.....t-handles for all the quick and easy stuff. Ratchets for harder to reach spots.
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Moto_Geek 4/18/2020 10:41pm
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Ratchet with extensions. T seems to speed up the project. I enjoy it with a ratchet. more foreplay.
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slipdog 4/18/2020 10:49pm
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I still have the same set of T's my dad bought when I was a kid. I mostly use my Motion Pro 3/8 drive T and just change the sockets so I only have one T on the bench.
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Tonynz 4/18/2020 11:01pm
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scott_nz wrote:
yes, have 8 10 12 t bars in the toolbox,
Gotta have a 13mm 🤔
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bvm111 4/18/2020 11:02pm
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slipdog wrote:
I still have the same set of T's my dad bought when I was a kid. I mostly use my Motion Pro 3/8 drive T and...
I still have the same set of T's my dad bought when I was a kid. I mostly use my Motion Pro 3/8 drive T and just change the sockets so I only have one T on the bench.
I have 1/4 drive MP and really like it for 8-10mm bolts for side panels, seat bolts and triple clamps and such!
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scott_nz 4/18/2020 11:22pm
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chump6784 wrote:
Nope, I use a ratchet with an extension bar and sockets. I find T handles have limitations where they can't get to as easy as a...
Nope, I use a ratchet with an extension bar and sockets. I find T handles have limitations where they can't get to as easy as a ratchet with extension bar
i still carry a socket set, but use the t bars where they are more useful,
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mattyhamz2 4/18/2020 11:30pm
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8, 10, 12, 14 and 17mm T-Handles for me. They are my go to’s for almost everything on the bike. By far my favorite tools in my toolbox.
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FWYT 4/18/2020 11:59pm
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I made a 4-way that has an 8, 10 and 12 and then the fourth is a male 3/8 drive receiver for whatever else. I use that for everything; it has replaced all my T-handles. It frigging rules.
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Rotaholic 4/19/2020 12:24am
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3/8 T Handle that I can swap the sockets on is perfect, normally have 8/10/12mm. Love that tool
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headlightracer 4/19/2020 1:01am
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Rotaholic wrote:
3/8 T Handle that I can swap the sockets on is perfect, normally have 8/10/12mm. Love that tool
That's also for me the way to go. Can swap the sockets between the ratchet and the t handle.
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FWYT wrote:
I made a 4-way that has an 8, 10 and 12 and then the fourth is a male 3/8 drive receiver for whatever else. I use...
I made a 4-way that has an 8, 10 and 12 and then the fourth is a male 3/8 drive receiver for whatever else. I use that for everything; it has replaced all my T-handles. It frigging rules.
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Riesenberg448 4/19/2020 2:34am
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If I have them at my home shop easy to grab, always the right T first, if at the track, I have an old ASV "Y-Handle" with sockets and if I need something other than those 3 I go into the box for a wrench or ratchet based on the location and need.

If I had a permanent trailer with mounted/easy to find location, I'd always just use the T or Y handle.
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Boomslang 4/19/2020 3:00am
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Micahdogg wrote:
Thats all. Just wondering if you use t-handles or 8, 10, 12 mm sockets.
Probably the most used tools of any reputable mechanic.

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shuggs 4/19/2020 3:16am
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T handles for most things, like this set just bought

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cwel11 4/19/2020 4:10am
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Motion pro T handles at home and a shorter (tusk I think) set for in my track box
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wwdiii 4/19/2020 5:27am
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I have a tee Handle ratchet, it’s handy.
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dfr136 4/19/2020 5:41am
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I have had one of these since like 2004. I can almost take apart my whole bike with this with an 8,10,12 on it.
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1983YZ125 4/19/2020 5:48am
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I recently had to kill $8 to get free shipping so i wouldn't spend $15, website i was buying parts from was very limited so i found a 1/4" drive MP T-handle. Figured this will be lighter to carry in my trail pouch than a ratchet....It is not Laughing

Been wanting one regardless for plastic bolts and what not so not all a loss, but a bit disappointed as i've been trying to get my trail tool kit built back up.
dirtwalker 4/19/2020 5:57am
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I always us a 5/16” instead of 8mm. Fits snugger and reduces wear over time.
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SEE ARE125 4/19/2020 6:01am
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I have the best of both. My wife picked up an extendable, ratcheting T-handle with interchangeable sockets as a stocking stuffer one year. Made by Skil and it’s handy as hell. Came in a little box with several sockets, hex heads, torx bits, and multiple Phillips and flat heads. Only thing is the sockets it came with are SAE, so I have to carry some 1/4” drive metric sockets.

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BobPA 4/19/2020 6:18am
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Most of the time I use a ratchet and extension. T-handles when I remember that I have them. Got a 1/4" and 3/8" drive Motion Pro setup in my track box. I think a ratchet is better all around..
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KMC440 4/19/2020 6:26am
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SEE ARE125 wrote:
I have the best of both. My wife picked up an extendable, ratcheting T-handle with interchangeable sockets as a stocking stuffer one year. Made by Skil...
I have the best of both. My wife picked up an extendable, ratcheting T-handle with interchangeable sockets as a stocking stuffer one year. Made by Skil and it’s handy as hell. Came in a little box with several sockets, hex heads, torx bits, and multiple Phillips and flat heads. Only thing is the sockets it came with are SAE, so I have to carry some 1/4” drive metric sockets.

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Daymm that's sexy !

How is the torque it can handle extended?
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Husky Cat 4/19/2020 6:28am
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T handles for 8 and 10mm also with rare earth magnets glued in to hold bolts. No dropped bolts!
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DynoDan22 4/19/2020 6:53am
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Gotta have both T-handles and sockets. I use T-handles mostly for plastic and disassembly. For assembly I use sockets/torque wrench but still use T handles for all M5 or M6 fasteners for plastics etc.
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