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Originally Posted by Brian Carlton
I picked up a set of double hex sockets (Lisle) from a local autoparts store. They are a bit pricey ($17.00 for a set of 4). I understand that Poop Boys or Autozone may have a set for less money.
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You lucky SOB. I wish I had seen those first...
I found myself needing these more and more recently so I bought the 10 and 12mm triple square sockets from Snap-off. Cost me about $25-30 each in 1/2" drive.
For the head though, I'd go with the Hazet tool (the 617 p/n you mentioned in post #1). A long shaft on the tool is needed to access the bolts along the cam towers on some 617 engines. The snap on stuff just won't fit it.
If you still want another reason to pull the head off, check the rear of the head, its probably seeping oil. All 3 of mine are