Stanley is a reputable brand, known for good-quality tools. The Stanley 85-721 3-Piece 3/8" Drive Professional Grade Spark Plug Socket Set definitely falls into that category. The set comes with three different size sockets: 5/8", 3/4", and 13/16". These are three common sizes for spark plugs (the last size fits many lawn mower spark plugs) so it's a good basic set to have if you plan on changing or removing plugs. All three of the sockets use a 3/8" drive, so you'll need a 3/8" drive ratchet or an adapter.
The sockets are solidly-made, with Stanley's Max-Drive design for better performance. They won't damage your plugs, and they do a good job of both loosening and tightening spark plugs. They seem very well-made, and so far have held up well over time.
The sockets come in a small sturdy plastic case which can be stuffed in a tool bag or hung from a wall or peg board. The case can be hard to open at first, but it gets easier with use.
Amazon sells the Stanley spark plug socket set for $9.55, which is comparable to many other socket sets, and with the Stanley sockets you'll be getting good-quality tools that will last a long time. Eventually, you may want a larger spark plug socket set, but if you're just starting to work on engines or you don't work on a wide variety of engines, this set should work out well. I give this spark plug socket set 4 out of 5 stars.
(Originally published on Epinions.com in slightly different form, November 2012)
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