Heavy-Duty Exhaust Pipe Stretcher Kit - Expanders 1-4 Inch - Astro Pneumatic

The Astro Pneumatic 78835 Heavy-Duty Exhaust Pipe Stretcher Kit is engineered for professional exhaust work in demanding automotive and industrial fabrication environments. This impact-driven tool provides controlled pipe expansion across a 1-5/8-inch to 4-1/4-inch range, enabling technicians to accurately match pipe diameters for secure, leak-resistant connections. It is an essential tool for custom fabrication, repairs, and installations.

Key Features

• Broad Expansion Range (1-5/8"–4-1/4"): Accommodates a wide array of common exhaust pipe sizes found on most domestic and import vehicles, light-duty trucks, and custom systems, reducing the need for multiple specialized tools.
• Heavy-Duty Impact-Driven Construction: Built to withstand repeated, high-force use, featuring a durable steel expander body and 28mm drive tool engineered for longevity and resistance to distortion under heavy expansion loads.
• Controlled, Uniform Expansion: Facilitates gradual pipe expansion with included collets to help prevent common issues such as crimping, splitting, or out-of-round results, ensuring clean, tight joints that seal properly.
• Enhanced Workflow Efficiency: Streamlines operations by enabling on-vehicle or bench expansion to the precise size required, reducing the need for extensive cutting, welding, or additional adapters.
• Comprehensive Kit: Includes a steel expander and seven different collet sets to cover the extensive expansion range, making it a versatile addition to any professional toolkit.

Applications

This kit is an essential tool for a range of exhaust system tasks. Technicians can utilize it for stretching pipes for slip-fit connections, expanding ends for muffler and resonator installations, and adjusting tubing for adapters or reducers. It is well-suited for custom exhaust fabrication, performance upgrades, and general service work on passenger vehicles, SUVs, light trucks, and similar equipment where accurate exhaust pipe sizing is crucial for a reliable seal. The tool's design allows for convenient on-vehicle use, further enhancing its practicality in a busy shop environment.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Astro Pneumatic Tool
• Model Number: 78835
• Weight: 10.5 lbs
• Dimensions: 15.5" x 11.25" x 3.54"
• Expansion Range: 1-5/8" to 4-1/4"