Tap Wrench

[outsider]

Hi
I have a query about the tap wrench is there a slimmer version of the tap wrench as the one i have is too big to get into the space left for me.
I am asking this as i am a Janitor at one of are schools and up to now i have had to call some in just to tighten up tap nut, or will i have to grind the one i have down till it fits

Thanks in advance

 

[JohnD]

show us a picture of the one you've got.

p.s. I think you mean a Basin Wrench. A tap wrench is used when cutting screw threads.

http://www.screwfix.com/search.do;j...ncharset=UTF-8&fh_search=basin+wrench&x=8&y=7

The adjusting one with the pivoting claw is slimmer than the cast iron one.

 

[outsider]

Hi

Thank you for getting back to me Yes it is the Adjustable one and when the sinks where put in place there is no room to get a wrench in to tighten the nuts, its the claw of the wrench that is to bulky (may be i could grind it down to fit)
I did see one that was a lot slimmer than the one i have (may be an older one)
I was thinking of getting a box spanner and cutting a slot in it to go over the pipe but have as yet not found one.
If it was me i would make every designer learn every trade before letting them become a designer

Thanks again

 

[cozzmic]

Monument do a slim tap wrench. Bit pricey though.

 

[outsider]

Hi cozzmic


Can you give us more info as to who sells this brand

Thanks

 

[outsider]

Hi cozzmic


Can you give us more info as to who sells this brand

Thanks

 

[outsider]

Hi

Just to say thank you i have found what i am looking for

 

[ChrisR]

This IS the slimmest of the basin wrenches. If you attach a loop and length of string you can pull the jaw onto the nut...

 

[Alanka]

If you need a piece of string to get the tool to work properly it must be a lousy design!

Try a 'Bearhug' wrench, from e.g. BES or Toolstation! No string needed.

 

[Stingray13]

i have seen these bearhugs are they actually any good though, i'm all for something that makes my job easier but haven't been able to get hold of one to play with