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Wheeler-Rex 979 deep socket, zinc-plated alloy steel, 1/2 inch drive, 6-point, extra deep

Wheeler-Rex

Wheeler-Rex 979 1/2 in Drive 7/8 in Deep Socket Plier

SKU CH-WP6T-0XBEJ MPN 979

A 1/2 inch drive deep socket with 6-point grip for 7/8 inch fasteners, made from alloy steel with zinc plating and five inches of bolt clearance

  • Product typeSocket
  • 1/2 in drive fits standard ratchets
  • 7/8 in SAE size matches common fasteners
  • Six-point grip reduces rounding risk
  • Extra-deep body clears long bolts
  • Alloy steel construction resists wear

1/2-inch Drive Deep Socket

This Wheeler-Rex 979 socket fits a 1/2-inch drive and engages 7/8-inch SAE fasteners with a six-point profile. Alloy steel construction and a zinc-plated finish resist corrosion during hand-tool use. The extra-deep design provides five inches of bolt clearance for reaching recessed hardware.

Hand-tool only, no impact use

Mechanics who need an impact-rated socket should choose a different model, as this piece is not rated for powered drivers. Buyers requiring metric sizing or a twelve-point opening will also need to look elsewhere. The deep well suits long studs but adds length in tight spaces.

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Price $43.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWheeler-Rex
Model name979
Product typeSocket

Questions about this item

How do I install the Wheeler-Rex 979 socket onto my 1/2 in drive ratchet and what step do people often miss?

Align the 1/2 in square drive hole with the ratchet anvil and press firmly until the detent ball clicks into the socket groove; the step often missed is verifying that the ball is fully seated so the socket cannot pull off under load.

What maintenance or replacement will the Wheeler-Rex 979 7/8 in deep socket need over time?

Inspect the zinc plating for flaking and the 6-point opening for rounding after heavy use; replace the socket if the drive square shows cracks or the bolt-clearance depth no longer fits the fastener.

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