SAE Bolts on a Metric Jeep - Is it Really that Big of a Deal??
- Thread starter wayoflife
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LOL - nailed it! but, with a metric nail
JeepFan
Hooked
Do they make those?LOL - nailed it! but, with a metric nail
Where can I buy them?
Bierpower
Hooked
In my experience, so long as your using 6 point sockets metric will fit most any SAE. I believe the only exception is the 9/16-14mm where the 9/16 is slightly larger so the 14 is tight to put on. I was a "professional mechanic" for a while too and I have a very very limited set of SAE tools.
bobfriesenhahn
Hooked
I currently only carry metric in my jeep except for specific cases I know are SAE. Everything takes space and adds weight. Otherwise I would carry more.
DeJkUnlimited
Caught the Bug
If you’re not getting some unnecessary BS from some random assclown, you’re not doing YT the right way!!
TheGrendel
Active Member
all anyone needs and never anyone has.10mm is all anyone really needs
kevman65
Hooked
^^^ This guy knows.
Personally, I'd prefer SAE Grade 8 over Metric 10.9.
The standards sorta kinda maybe resemble each other, but Grade 8 is stronger because of a few different requirements.
The BAD Influence
Active Member
I was diligent in putting together my tool bag for the Jeep. Then I realized every aftermarket part I put on was SAE and my sparse bag was full of metric tools. Now I have a big heavy bag full of everything I could ever possibly need. I just figured it's a Jeep thing. No panties were wadded in the process.
jesse3638
Hooked
Probably should add a pair of un wadded panties just in case you come across someone like this guy who may need a fresh pair. Really it's no big deal. Also a 12 pt 20-21mm socket works for wheel locks. Don't forget that.
