>One *advantage* of using an impact is that all the torque can be applied
>along the axis of the extractor. Using hand tools one usually puts
>substantial side loads on the extractor, making it more prone to snapping
>where it would be bending were it not so brittle. Of course, if you
>apply too much torque along any axis, that's another story.
>
When using an easy out, I try and use a T-handled tap wrench, as it
makes it easier to avoid the side loading. Of course, that's not
always possible.
David
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