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Considerations
Tool design: Style, size,
shape, weight, etc.
Ergonomics:
» How well does the
tool fit the hand?
» Can the tool be used in a comfortable
work position without
causing awkward postures,
harmful contact pressures or
other safety and health risks?
» Does the balance and
the weight feel right?
» How easy is it to use?
Quality.
Durability.
Warranty.
Product support.
Brand reputation.
Budget range/price.
16 Tools & Shop Equipment | March 2018
Sliding “T” at the top for
more leverage
The Beta Tools
T-Handle 1/2” Drive
Wrench, No. 920/40, has
a sliding “T” at the top that
can be used in the “T” or “L”
position for more leverage.
The indentations on the end
of the “T” prevent the handle
from sliding out. The 1/2”
drive male end has a built-in
universal joint attached to
the bar, making this a 1-pc
construction. The overall
length is 19.25” and the tool
weighs 30 oz.
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Ford fuel injector removal
ProMAXX offers the PowerPull
ProKit line of precision technician
tools to facilitate removal
of the Ford Fuel Injector found
in the Ford 6.7L Power Stroke
diesel engine. ProMAXX engineered
a system that eliminates
the current method of bolting
the removal tool to the head.
Moreover, hard-to-remove
injectors often deform tools currently
available that have limited
strength and reach, according to
the company.
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Remove and replace universal joints
The Cal-Van Tools Ball Joint Super
Set, No. 197, is designed for the removal
and installation of press-fit ball joints
on various makes and models of trucks,
cars, vans and SUVs. This tool can be
applied to the following makes and models
of vehicles: GM and Ford light duty
trucks, vans and SUVs through 2003;
Dodge light trucks through 1998;
Dodge vans, Durango and Dakota
through 2003; Honda Accords,
Civics, del Sols and Preludes through
2001. This C-frame tool can be used to remove and replace
universal joints. This set comes in a durable case.
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For oil or petroleum-based products
The Lumax Heavy Duty Fuel Transfer Pump Kit, No.
LX-1377, is designed for pumping oil or petroleum-based
products such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene and mineral
spirits. This pump has a vane designed for efficiency to
provide faster priming, better performance and longer
life. The LX-1377 is built from heavy duty cast iron, offers an explosion
proof motor and and has a strainer and bypass valve built in
to help prevent damage to the pump and equipment. This pump
has a working pressure of 18 psi. The pump kit includes the pump,
automatic shut-off fuel nozzle, lockable nozzle holder, 41” by 1” steel
telescoping suction pipe, 13’ by 3/4” anti-static wire discharge hose and
2” threading bung adapter for barrel or tank mount.
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Heads are less than 3/4” wide
The GEARWRENCH 1/4” Drive Slim Head
Ratchets feature compact heads for improved
access in hard-to-reach spaces. These ratchets are
available in 6” and 12” sizes with full polish chrome
handles. The heads measure less than 3/4” wide and
they are 0.49” thick. A flush-mounted forward/reverse
lever provides additional access capability and a
quick-release button for fast socket change-out.
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/20861104
/20863017
/20982082
/20985892
/20985672