Do I measure across the flats?
2006-09-02 06:03:38 · 5 answers · asked by Wally S 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
1mm = 0.03937"
25mm = 1 inch
yes you measure across the flats.
So, if you're trying to use a 1/2" wrench and it is just a bit to small, and the 9/16" is a bit to big. try a 13mm wrench
13mm x .03937 = 0.512
or you could figure 1/2" divided by 0.03937 = 12.7mm or round up to 13mm.
2006-09-02 07:41:47 · answer #1 · answered by John4no17 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, yes- But I should think that by the time you logged onto your computer, posted your question and waited for a reply, you could have grabbed several wrenches and used the one that fit.
So my question to you: Are you a techno-geek or in management?
2006-09-02 06:16:25 · answer #2 · answered by Sgt Squid 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most bolts have a number stamped on them.Guess what; its the metric size.
2006-09-02 06:51:48 · answer #3 · answered by paulofhouston 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Paul's right. I have yet to come across one that doesn't have it's size stamped on the head.
2006-09-02 07:09:33 · answer #4 · answered by scubabob 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about trying wrenches until you find one that fits?
2006-09-02 07:17:39 · answer #5 · answered by jetfighter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋