5PC PICKLE FORK BALL JOINT SEPARATOR SET - Astro Pneumatic

The Astro Pneumatic AO78807 5PC Pickle Fork Ball Joint Separator Set is an indispensable collection of professional-grade tools designed for efficient and robust separation of common automotive and industrial suspension and steering components. This comprehensive kit provides mechanics and technicians with the necessary leverage and durability to tackle stubborn ball joints, tie rods, and pitman arms. Its solid, one-piece construction ensures reliability and effective force transfer for demanding workshop tasks.

Key Features

• Durable, One-Piece Construction: Each pickle fork features a solid, one-piece design crafted from heat-treated alloy steel, ensuring maximum rigidity, strength, and complete transfer of hammering forces for tough separation jobs.
• Comprehensive 5-Piece Set: Includes five popular fork sizes to provide extensive coverage for a wide range of automotive and light truck applications.
• Optimal Leverage: Designed for manual use with a hammer, these tapered forks effectively wedge between components to press out seized joints without causing damage to surrounding parts.
• Enhanced Grip: Knurled handles offer improved control, even when hands are oily or greasy, contributing to safer and more precise operation in a busy shop environment.

Applications

This pickle fork set is essential for various suspension and steering service tasks, making it ideal for professional technicians working on cars, trucks, and SUVs, encompassing both domestic and import models. It is commonly utilized for separating ball joints, tie rod ends, and pitman arms from spindle support arms, control arms, and other linkages during component replacement or disassembly. While effective for separation, it's generally recommended for situations where the ball joint or boot is being replaced, as the wedging action can damage rubber dust boots.

Specifications

• Open Sizes: 11/16", 15/16", 1-1/16", 1-7/16", and 1-5/8"
• Depths: 2-3/4" (69.8mm), 3" (76.2mm), 2-7/8" (73mm), 2-3/8" (63.5mm), and 3-1/8" (79.3mm)