[SEL] OT - Thin wall socket

[Rob Skinner]

On Aug 23, 2011, at 10:17 AM, Best, George wrote:

> After checking a couple likely stores and finding no thin wall sockets, I'm wondering about making my own.
> 
> Would it work to take an old cheap socket and turn the outside down on my lathe?
> 
> Anyone try turning down a socket diameter before?



Hi, George. 
You can machine sockets using a carbide tool and lots of cutting oil. Keep it cool.

Rob