[EPS]

My maintence manual calls for a Snap-on FRX181 Flare Nut 9/16, 6-point socket. This socket is about 2 1/2 " long and has a slot cut into the side wall so that it can slip over some wires and engage a nut. The wires pass through the center of the nut. This tool is needed to thighten the passing lamps on a HD Road King. But the socket costs $41.75!! Has anyone found a less expensive way to get this job done?

[DeathWind]

It looks like you should be able to modify the correct size, cheap, deep-well socket.

[chucktx]

yup, a die grinder and a bit of time and ya got yourself a spot lamp tightening socket.......easy to do,,,be sure to clean up the edges, they will be sharp........
chuck

[aaron]

I have used a homemade socket for years. Just a slot large enough for the wires to pass is sufficient. Maybe one flats with 3/4 of the way down.