The triple square, also known as XZN, is a type of screw drive with 12 equally spaced tips, each with a 90 degree angle. They are usually the ones with a wealth of knowledge in there heads and can answer the difficult questions. shaft cayenne known 2004 issue drive renntech Probably manufactured by Vim Tools too as someone else put it, Not sure on model number but my Cornwell set is all 3/8. I even used them with an impact driver. The VIM set is already so cheap and VIM products are so well spoken of. I am very pleased with these sockets. Even the VIM Tools are Made in Taiwan, but expect better quality as they are the OE for some of the major truck brands. I didn't work on German cars, thats why I never heard of the triple square. Let me jump in. You often won't get a second chance with one of these. I recently got a VIM set off of amazon for alittle over $25. Thanks, I can't seem to find them on Amazon. Just another option to think about. A few of them are quite high milage and still fit great. It is the same thing as a 17mm hex bit. Never heard of tripple square, is this the same as torx? I have the VIM set also and no issues and very affordable. The concept is similar to that of the double-squarein both cases, the idea being that it's like a square (Robertson) but can be caught at more frequent angles by the driver bit. Which is most suitable for Audi Work, Short, Long, or both? Thank you all for the recommendations. well, checked Harbor Freight, they have 17mm hex bit in a. I was on short notice so I couldn't order online. where to buy 17mm hex bit and 12pt triple square bit? Cheapest and bit sockets generally don't go well together. Cheap triple squares are a REALLY bad idea. I have a blue point set(VIM?) Having not included what sizes you are looking for, here is a small set of smaller sizes from Cripe Distributing. Haha, no wonder they offer lifetime warranty for that second chance. I think that if you are going to use a triple square on fasteners that are in good shape and you don't plan on using it that often then a junk set will cut it. Brake parts, half shafts, engine mounts, seat mounts. +1.

You are using an out of date browser. Mostly use these for is rear caliper brackets on vw Touareg and rear toe adjustment on Mercedes Benz it depends on what work you do on German cars oil changes most likely not but general maintenance shop I would invest in 1/4 and 3/8 atleast, Mostly use these for is rear caliper brackets on vw Touareg. I prefer short driver bits, they're less likely to twist on you. I also have the VIM set. The VIM Tools discretely state stubby. Problem is when you get a chain store that hires minimum wage people and they don't have a clue as to what they are doing. These are used in high torque low access applications.

Look at vim Asian make but with snap on quality too been using them for years. These screws can be removed with standard Robertson bits. You must log in or register to reply here. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. You learn something new every day! Autozone does carry the 12pt tool, it comes in a 4 pack, that's where I got mine from. 2001-2022 Audizine, Audizine.com, and Driverzines.com.

I have a long snap on one that I use for VW/Audi Axles(12 I believe) and I have a long 10 for doing older head bolts. And this isn't just a random HF bash, their hex and torx are often improperly sized which leads to a much bigger headache when it either breaks off or doesn't fit stopping you in your tracks. They held up and still look new after me beating on them pretty hard with a breaker bar trying to get my rear calipers off.

JavaScript is disabled. 12 bucks. I've bought some at NAPA that have worked well for me. In other words, 3 Robertson squares superimposed at 30 rotation. I think they are around the same price, $20-25 bucks shipped if you are a Prime Member. I guess I'll have to resort to Capri Tools for this one. May as well throw your money in the trash and save yourself a trip to HF if you'd actually consider that place for this particular product. I just recently bought the Capri Tools triple square bit set from Amazon for the same thing, VW work. Way stronger than they look. that have treated me well. Home Depot and Lowes have always had the tools I need, try calling all the auto parts / home improvement stores in your area and you'll definitely find what you're looking for. They are good quality and come in a nice case. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The 9pc VIM Set XZNS1000, includes bits in 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" drives. Its name derives from overlaying three equal squares to form such a pattern with 12 right-angled tips (a 12-pointed star). The only time I've ever needed it is when I had to remove a shroud for an oil change on a beetle.

1990 Audi Coupe Quattro - 4.0tt 6spd swapped. They all are Made in Taiwan. excellent quality. When you go to a Napa, Autozone or a local independant store, always look for the cranky old farts. They only need to be long enough to fully engage the head of the fastener. Not sure if this really makes a difference or not as one can always use an extension to aid. Where can I find the cheapest decent triple square bits? The VIM Tools discretely state stubby. I don't do much work on Euro vehicles but how often do you need a triple square on them?

They are the OE for Mac and some other truck brands IIRC. It's hard to pass on the VIM unit above. Unitronic stage 2, 3 inch turboback, Stasis SS coils Autozone carries the 17mm allen bit. I also have a set from VIM. I think it goes down to 4 or 5. http://www.amazon.com/VIM-Tools-Triple-Square-Serrated/dp/B00XHYH48M, http://www.ebay.com/itm/391117654777?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT, http://www.vimtools.com/store/page12.html, http://www.amazon.com/Capri-Tools-T42499068&sr=8-1&keywords=Triple+Square+Metric, http://www.amazon.com/Neiko-10054A-Triple-Square-Spline/dp/B004DKHVM8/ref=zg_bs_2225089011_3, http://www.amazon.com/Neiko-10056A-4-Inch-8-Inch-Sockets/dp/B004WK9I3O, http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0rue&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_3&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER. Hmm, I've used cheap triple square sets and have had no issues. The one from VIM Tools caught my attention the most after reading through all the comments, but this set is all 3/8" drive. Reading a little more into the reviews on Amazon for the Capri Tools set, some say the bits are too short, but the item description does not indicate whether or not these bits are stubby-type. Any Automotive jobber " should" be able to order these. Common sizes are 6, 8, 10, and 12 mm. Not sure if this really makes a difference or not as one can always use an extension to aid. I have the short Neiko set and it's held up well doing various jobs including breaking head bolts. OTC also makes a short set that has a hex on the outside of the socket so you can use a wrench on them -.

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