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Old 08-08-2009 | 08:31 PM
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As stupid as i think it is, cause im a US citizen(an like our sytem of measurement) metric is the measurement that is used across the world.. we are the oddballs..
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Old 08-08-2009 | 08:58 PM
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They probably use metric mostly because everything is assembled in canada or mexico and they dont have sae tools lol.
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Old 08-09-2009 | 02:21 AM
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I grew up learning metric and it's 1000 x easier and better to use. SAE system (without trying to hurt anyone's feelings) is crap. Sorry, JMHO.
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Old 08-09-2009 | 12:12 PM
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I grew up learning metric and it's 1000 x easier and better to use. SAE system (without trying to hurt anyone's feelings) is crap. Sorry, JMHO.
I agree, at least as far as tools are concerned. I'm too used to gallons, miles, etc. as far as that stuff is concerned, but for sockets and wrenches, metric is the way to go.
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Old 08-09-2009 | 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Atomic
1inch = 25.4mm

1/4 = 6.35mm
5/16 =7.94mm
3/8 = 9.53mm
7/16 = 11.11mm
1/2 = 12.7mm
9/16 = 14.23mm
5/8 = 15.88mm
11/16 = 17.46mm
3/4 = 19.05mm

get the idea?
Yes that proves there is no perfect matching wrenches. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Jules...
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Old 08-09-2009 | 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Wilde Racing
Yes that proves there is no perfect matching wrenches. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Jules...



Also...your one to talk!! Ever heard of a cherry picker!?!
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Old 08-09-2009 | 03:59 PM
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We need to convert to the metric system. And just get used to it.
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Old 08-09-2009 | 06:15 PM
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Old 08-09-2009 | 06:18 PM
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it sux needing 2 sets of tools. its a waste of money and space
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Old 01-05-2020 | 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by LowSilver
Hey, I have a stupid question. The USA uses imperial measurements. (feet, inches, etc.) Why are all the fasteners on vehicles metric? I never really thought about it before since my truck is made in Canada, where we use the metric system.
cant remember exact year but car manufacturers all went to metric.
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