Orbit - Centerlock tool
08-14-2012, 09:55 PM
#67
Nice idea...I saw the treads in the center of the lock too..wondered what they were for...seems like you found a purpose for them....
but what is even faster is my 4" 1/2" drive extension....fits right in the lock...turn and the lock clicks out. ...it even sort of looks like the $190 (use to be $175) Orbit/Porsche tool.
but what is even faster is my 4" 1/2" drive extension....fits right in the lock...turn and the lock clicks out. ...it even sort of looks like the $190 (use to be $175) Orbit/Porsche tool.
08-14-2012, 10:05 PM
#71
Rennlist Member
Just a datapoint for comparison, the same job can be done with a set of opening pliers for $10.50. There's engineering work involved in creating the Manthey/Orbit tool, but I'd much rather have a reasonably priced, multi-purpose tool than some eyecandy milled out of diamond-grade whatever.
Have been using this for the past two years and they work without fail. Saved $170 on instruction and that's a much better investment.
Have been using this for the past two years and they work without fail. Saved $170 on instruction and that's a much better investment.
08-14-2012, 10:42 PM
#72
Nordschleife Master
Just a datapoint for comparison, the same job can be done with a set of opening pliers for $10.50. There's engineering work involved in creating the Manthey/Orbit tool, but I'd much rather have a reasonably priced, multi-purpose tool than some eyecandy milled out of diamond-grade whatever.
Have been using this for the past two years and they work without fail. Saved $170 on instruction and that's a much better investment.
Attachment 656368
http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Stee...opening+pliers
Have been using this for the past two years and they work without fail. Saved $170 on instruction and that's a much better investment.
Attachment 656368
http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Stee...opening+pliers
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Change ur wheels enough and orbit tool is worth every penny for a 100k plus car
08-15-2012, 01:18 AM
#74
Rennlist Member
I thought Orbit tool was a waste, so I bought a long hex bolt with a couple of nuts to add grip.
After borrowing Randy's Orbit Tool, I love it. Its one of those things that just becomes more and more convenient the more you use it.
After borrowing Randy's Orbit Tool, I love it. Its one of those things that just becomes more and more convenient the more you use it.
08-15-2012, 01:27 AM
#75
Rennlist Member
Maybe it's my particular predicament, but my trackside tools are prone to mysterious disappearance. I've lost pressure gauges, pyrometers and countless other tools. Hence I'm going the cheapskate route these days. Fewer specialized tools and smaller-ticket items, for which I won't shed a tear if borrowed and never returned...