Sunex 10001 Crankshaft Turning Socket for Small Block Ford, Buick, Pontiac V8 Engines
- The Sunex 10001 crankshaft turning socket enables precise rotation of Small Block Ford, Buick, and Pontiac V8 engine crankshafts when the balancer is removed, fitting 1.385 inch ID snouts with 3/16 inch and 1/4 inch keyways, and designed for use with 1/2 inch drive tools in a lightweight aluminum construction.
- Features:
- Aluminum construction non-marring design protects harmonic balancer surfaces during engine positioning.
- 1.385-inch inner diameter with 3/16-inch and 1/4-inch keyway slots fits common small block V8 crank snouts securely.
- 1/2-inch drive compatible with breaker bars or drive ratchets for controlled hand operation.
- Natural finish minimizes surface scratches and allows easy visual inspection during use.
- Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Sunex
- Part Number: 10001
- Drive Size: 1/2-inch
- Crank Socket Inner Diameter: 1.385-inch, with 3/16-inch & 1/4-inch keyways
- Material / Finish: Aluminum, natural finish
- Socket Type: Specialty crankshaft turning socket
- System Compatibility : Fits Small Block Ford, Buick, and Pontiac V8 crank snouts when balancing components are removed
- The Sunex 10001 can also be referred to as crankshaft turning socket, non-marring aluminum crank tool, 1/2-inch drive crank socket, small block engine turning adapter, balancer-free turn socket.
Sunex designs and manufactures durable hand tools using high-grade alloy steel and precision engineering, trusted for performance in demanding professional environments.
Q: Can this socket be used with an impact wrench?
A: No, it is intended only for hand tools like breaker bars or ratchets to rotate the crankshaft slowly and prevent damage.
Q: What crank snout sizes does this tool accept?
A: It fits crank snouts with 1.385-inch inside diameter and accommodates both 3/16-inch and 1/4-inch keyways.
Q: Which engines is this tool compatible with?
A: It is specifically designed for Small Block Ford, Buick, and Pontiac V8 engines once the harmonic balancer is removed.