Impact wrenches are found in the tool chests of mechanics everywhere. They’re commonly used for loosening lug nuts from cars and trucks, but they can also be used in any high-torque situation.

What tool do you use to get lug nuts off?

Impact wrenches are found in the tool chests of mechanics everywhere. They’re commonly used for loosening lug nuts from cars and trucks, but they can also be used in any high-torque situation.

Can you use a power drill to remove lug nuts?

This hammer drill is a great drill, but in no way can it loosen car lug nuts…. not even close. … The tool you need for auto lug nuts would be called an “impact WRENCH“, the wrench is the key word that separates small impact “drivers” from the tool you are looking for.