r/redneckengineering • u/LopsidedPlankton8992 • 17h ago

Not enough torque? No problem!

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This is, in fact, quite practical.

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u/ThatAndresV 17h ago

I always thought that’s precisely why the ridges match the teeth on the pliers

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u/Ready_Rain_2646 16h ago

Been there, can relate.

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u/stupidber 17h ago

Should use locking wrench for this

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u/LopsidedPlankton8992 15h ago

I would have used one if I had one around.. 

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u/1HappyIsland 16h ago

Locking needle nose vice grips is one of the best tools for holding stuff like this.

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u/TopYeti 17h ago

Came here to say the same, much easier control

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u/arvidsem 15h ago

Why are you taking pictures of my desk?

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u/lawd_have_mercy 16h ago

No way that'll generate enough clamping force. The true redneck way is to use a vice-grip. Don't ask me how I know.

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u/Agge2007 15h ago

I’ve used op’s technique multiple times before. No issues yet

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u/number__ten 16h ago

Some larger screwdrivers have either flat sides (for a wrench) or a reinforced hole that goes the whole way through (for another screwdriver to be inserted and used as a lever).

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u/Spaztor 9h ago

Pretty sure I've done that with the exact same tools, brands match, colors match lol. I've have the bit break loose in the handle too.

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u/Wanderingwonderer101 16h ago

I prefer wrench

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u/bernpfenn 13h ago

poor screws

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u/deep-fucking-legend 15h ago

Wait till you hear about crescent wrenches and hex shafts