Fix for broken socket storage case

Camaro__ss · 09-02-2020, 09:43 PM

There are better tools, and I can certainly afford them now, but I have owned this craftsman socket set since 92. It has sentimental value to me and we’ve been through a few projects. The hinge on the case is long gone and it makes me crazy, but I can’t part with it. Any good ideas on how to fix it? Was thinking of maybe bolting a couple hinges on it or something.

0stones0 · 09-03-2020, 05:26 AM

I’ll bet a length of duct tape would work fine.

O.F. · 09-03-2020, 05:43 AM

You can buy trays that have magnetic ends to hold the sockets. I have them for each of my sets.

Badbubba · 09-03-2020, 07:38 AM

I have the same socket set and mine is the same way. I still have all the original tools in it. But that 10mm almost got away. Thought about putting hinges on it, but just carry it around like a pizza box. Most of my tools are Craftsman and have performed well. I checked not long ago and the case was still available for replacement. I have sentimental attachment to mine as well.

Boost Creep · 09-03-2020, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 0stones0

I’ll bet a length of duct tape would work fine.

+1
Though Gorilla tape would match better.

09-02-2020, 09:43 PM	#1
Camaro__ss Drives: 2013 L99 Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: San Antonio TX Posts: 185	Fix for broken socket storage case There are better tools, and I can certainly afford them now, but I have owned this craftsman socket set since 92. It has sentimental value to me and we’ve been through a few projects. The hinge on the case is long gone and it makes me crazy, but I can’t part with it. Any good ideas on how to fix it? Was thinking of maybe bolting a couple hinges on it or something. Attached Images

09-03-2020, 05:26 AM	#2
0stones0 It don’t come easy. Drives: 2010 2SS RS M6 Join Date: May 2014 Location: WI Posts: 2,205 View My Garage	I’ll bet a length of duct tape would work fine. __________________

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Badbubba GrINned & JUICEd Drives: 15STI, 10Expy, 10 2SS/RS M6, 47KB1 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,247	I have the same socket set and mine is the same way. I still have all the original tools in it. But that 10mm almost got away. Thought about putting hinges on it, but just carry it around like a pizza box. Most of my tools are Craftsman and have performed well. I checked not long ago and the case was still available for replacement. I have sentimental attachment to mine as well. __________________ GPI SS3 Cam & stuff,N.O. Plate(dedicated fuel tank,progressive,fuel hose upgrade,remote opener,heater,console switches),LNC2000,CTAP,ARH 1 7/8" LTs/gutted cats/X pipe/mufflers,Jet Hot coated LTs,GPI HPT Tune,CAI, Scoop,Rx Catch Can,Gates heater hose relocation, Remote clutch & auto brake res,Metco loop,Momentum Tunnel Brace,TSW Nurb 18",555 & 05,Pfadt trailing arms & toe rods,Autometer WB,Fesler Pillar Pod,LED strips (int),Lloyds floor & trunk mats,LED DRL/front turn & license plate,DRL harness,VLEDs tail lights,Plasticoat Bowties. Ord: Oct 5, 2009 Rec: Nov 19, 2009 13.17@112.6 stock

09-03-2020, 05:43 AM	#3
O.F. Drives: 2015 BLK/BLK 2SS/RS MN6 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: New Hampshuh Posts: 266	You can buy trays that have magnetic ends to hold the sockets. I have them for each of my sets.