Do you need an AN wrench?
03-22-2006, 09:26 PM
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Do you need an AN wrench? My kit is used and the fitting look like hell already. Is there any reason to get an actual AN wrency over using just a normal open end wrench?
How tight are you wrenching on these fittings as well?
How tight are you wrenching on these fittings as well?
03-22-2006, 09:47 PM
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You don't have to but it makes it easier. After screwing up a couple of fittings I got an edelbrock bottle/combo wrench from summit works great,fits tighter than an open end wrench http://images.google.com/imgres?imgu...lr%3D%26sa%3DN
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03-23-2006, 10:47 AM
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Although it might help a little, I don't think an AN wrench has a big advantage over a normal open-ended wrench. Especially since it doesn't take a lot of tightening to get AN fittings/hoses to seal properly. Usually it just takes getting the fitting/hose snug plus 3/4-1 turn more.
03-23-2006, 01:03 PM
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Originally Posted by MrDude_1
the only benifit i know is that they're usually wider, and softer, so you dont scratch up the fitting as easily.
also, if you notice, most A/N wrenchs are more "stubby" styled compared to their regular counterpart to help prevent over tightening.
03-23-2006, 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by daryl2cb@yahoo.com
You can also get copper versions at any heating supply company, lot cheaper, and you do not pay for the differant color alum.
