Abstract: A socket device with an off-center slot for loosening and tightening connectors positioned in confined locations. The socket includes a socket body, a slot to allow a tube or pipe to pass there through and a nut retaining region. The nut retaining region positioned adjacent to a first face of the socket has a centerline that is offset from the centerline of the socket body. A socket driver port located in the opposing second face of the socket has a centerline that is offset from the centerline of the socket body but remains within the dimensions of the socket body. That arrangement allows socket rotation within a confined area with maximum possible mechanical advantage. The socket may have different receiving region configurations to accommodate different nut connector designs.

Abstract: A loop bottom buoy stick having a primary upper section and a primary lower section configured to receive a connector in an eyelet at the distal end of the primary lower section. The lower section includes a fixed section and a flap section adjacent to the fixed section. The fixed section is a continuation of the primary upper section and the flap section in combination with the fixed section forms the eyelet. The flap section is arranged to be able to be drawn away from the fixed section to establish a spacing through which the connector can easily pass. Optional spacer inserts may be used to set the positioning of a buoy on the stick.