Tool needed for tightening taps. Help

[Jibbs]

Hello all

Had a small leak under my sink and all it needed was to be tightened slightly. I bought a basin wrench and adjustable wrench like the ones shown in the below links.

http://www.screwfix.com/p/basin-wrench/13294?_requestid=768867

http://www.screwfix.com/p/adjustable-basin-wrench/14631

The basin wrench snapped straight away (my own fault was advised not to get it haha) and i could not get a decent enough grip with the adjustable wrench. I've done the job now - ended up using a pair of pliers but was wondering if there are any decent tools out there? I have box spanners but they are all too small in size.

Sorry if this sounds like a novice post but always good to know if any future problems should arise.

 

[Burnerman]

For sure, these tools do have their place but often enough access is restricted.
For the tap back nuts - Toolstation 43996 box spanner
Wide jaw adjustables are also good - 43498
Compression spanners 62263 are also handy.....I've a pair cut in half.
John

 

[Jibbs]

Thank you John

 

[Whitespirit66]

Bearhugs are quite good at gripping tap connector nuts in tight places.

http://www.toolbank.com/p/SCOBATW15

I find some of the other tap wrenches with a crescent shaped piece on a hinge can slip off the nut a lot.