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Strut Housing Spreader Tool

$29.95

SKU: SCW3435

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Ships by Sep 12
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Overview

This tool allows for the removal of old strut inserts and the installation of new ones without causing damage. It features a hardened tip that is inserted into the housing gap and turned with a 1/2-inch breaker bar or ratchet to spread the tube.

Manufactured in Taiwan, this tool is a safer alternative to using chisels or pry bars, which can lead to component damage or personal injury. The tool's design ensures it safely expands the housing, facilitating the strut removal and installation process.
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These suspensions often utilize a split housing clamped around the strut tube, which can be difficult to spread without causing damage. This tool provides a safe and effective method for spreading the knuckle tube, preventing potential harm to components or the user. To use the tool, insert its hardened tip into the gap of the split housing and rotate it 90 degrees using a 1/2-inch breaker bar or ratchet. This action safely expands the housing, allowing for the straightforward removal of the old strut and the installation of a new one. The tool is constructed from durable materials and manufactured in Taiwan, ensuring reliability for this specific automotive task. This spindle housing spreader is compatible with a wide range of Audi, BMW, and Volkswagen models, including select E39, E66, E90, F01, F04, F06, F07, F15, F16, F32, F33, F95, G22, I12, and R53 models, among others.

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Specifications

BrandSchwaben
Part NumberSCW3435
CategoryTools

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