Cal-Van Tools OUTER TIE ROD REMOVER - Cal-van Tools

The Cal-Van Tools 188 Outer Tie Rod Remover is an indispensable tool for professional technicians, engineered to safely and non-destructively separate outer tie rod ends and various ball joints. This tool is designed for use on passenger cars and light trucks, ensuring efficient disassembly during front-end service without damaging critical steering or suspension components.

Key Features

• Professional-Grade Construction: Built with a drop-forged, high-grade alloy steel body and a durable forcing screw, the Cal-Van Tools 188 is engineered for repeated heavy-duty use in demanding automotive and industrial repair environments.
• Optimized Working Range: Featuring a 4-inch spread and 3-5/8-inch reach, this tool accommodates a wide array of outer tie rod ends and many common ball joint applications across diverse vehicle types.
• Secure Jaw Engagement: Precision-machined jaws and a cup-style forcing screw end ensure stable contact on the stud and knuckle, minimizing slippage during operation and enhancing safety and efficiency.
• Damage Prevention: It applies straight, controlled pressure to effectively free tapered joints, preventing the shock loading and potential damage to steering racks, knuckles, or surrounding suspension components often associated with traditional hammer methods.

Applications

• Steering & Suspension Service: Ideal for outer tie rod end replacement during routine maintenance and critical steering system repairs on a variety of domestic and import vehicles.
• Front-End Alignment Work: Facilitates clean separation of tapered joints, crucial for protecting boots, threads, and knuckles when performing front suspension and steering linkage services.
• General Automotive Repair: Supports professional shop operations requiring reliable and non-destructive removal of seized or corroded tie rod ends on most passenger cars and light trucks utilizing conventional outer tie rod and tapered stud designs.

Specifications

• Model: Cal-Van Tools 188 Outer Tie Rod Remover
• Weight: 3 lb
• Dimensions: 7.5" L x 3" W x 1" H
• Manufacturer: Cal-Van Tools