Sockets are handy tools when working on the car or motorcycle. A socket has a specific size and fits perfectly around a nut or bolt. This way a lot of force can be exerted and the nuts or bolts can easily be loosened. The loose sockets are attached to a socket wrench and can be replaced for any job!
Loose sockets are handy to purchase when, for example, you already have a socket kit, but a certain size is still missing. At Winparts you will find the different sizes such as 1/2'', 1/4'', 3/4'', and 3/8'' in the models 12-sided, 6-sided, Tx-e and spiral socket.
Impact sockets
Impact sockets are made of a material that is stronger than the standard sockets. This makes the impact sockets very suitable for use on an impact wrench. Impact wrenches are often used for jobs where a lot of force is required to loosen the bolt or nut. It is therefore very desirable to use the impact sockets, so that you do not break the nut and the tool. You can of course also purchase impact sockets in a complete impact socket kit.
Swivel sockets
If you want to loosen a bolt or nut, which you cannot reach properly, the swivel sockets are a solution. This socket variant has a cardan joint, which makes it easy to bend. This allows you to easily loosen bolts and nuts that are hard to reach.
Lug nut sockets
Wheel nuts can sometimes rust and are very difficult to get loose. However, this is not a problem with lug nut sockets. Lug nut sockets have been specially developed to loosen or tighten wheel nuts. They often also have rim protection, so that scratches and damage are prevented. Are you going to loosen the wheel nuts with an impact wrench? Then choose a impact wheel nut cap.
Spark plug sockets
Spark plug sockets are often used in conjunction with a spark plug wrench. This tool has been specially developed to help loosen or tighten the spark plug in the engine block. The spark plugs can also have different sizes. At Winparts you will therefore find spark plug sockets in different sizes such as 1/2'' and 3/8''.
Bit sockets
You may have heard of bits and bit sets. Bits are mainly used for loosening and tightening screws. Bits are therefore often attached to a bit screwdriver. Bit sockets, on the other hand, can be placed on cordless tools, so you can work even faster!
Oil filter sockets
An oil filter socket is used to unscrew the oil filter. This tool has the shape of a kind of bowl or cup, which is placed around the end of the filter. Then the oil filter can be easily unscrewed. Unscrewing the oil filter by hand can be very difficult. You can also look at our oil filter pliers or oil filter wrenches for this job.
Buy sockets
Buying sockets or socket sets is done quickly and easily at Winparts. Quickly choose the sockets with the right size and we will ensure that they are delivered to you quickly. Are you looking for other handy tools for the workshop or car maintenance? Then take a look at our automotive tools. Here you will find all kinds of things that are practical when you are working on the car. Think, for example, of a garage jack, axle stands, oil cans, jerry cans and tyre inflators.