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Wheel Tipper - OTC Tools and Equipment

Part #: 5750

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: OTC Tools and Equipment
  • Model Number: 5750
  • Product Name: Wheel Tipper
  • Weight: 12.5 lbs
  • Dimensions: 70 x 4.5 x 2 inches (Length x Width x Height)

Key Features

  • Durable Construction: Engineered by OTC Tools & Equipment for resilience in demanding automotive and truck service environments.
  • Optimized Leverage Length: A substantial 70-inch length provides extensive reach and mechanical advantage for maneuvering heavy wheel assemblies.
  • Streamlined Profile: With dimensions of 4.5 x 2 inches, the tool's design allows for precise positioning and ease of use in confined spaces around vehicles.
  • Balanced Weight: At 12.5 lbs, the Wheel Tipper offers a robust feel while remaining manageable for technicians during daily operations.
  • Specialized Functionality: Specifically designed to assist in tipping, lifting, and aligning wheels and tires for installation or removal.

Applications

  • Automotive Service Centers: Indispensable for technicians servicing car, SUV, and light truck wheels and tires.
  • Commercial Truck and Fleet Maintenance: Facilitates the safe and efficient handling of heavy-duty truck and bus wheels during repair and service.
  • Tire Shops: Enhances productivity and safety during tire mounting, dismounting, rotation, and balancing procedures.
  • Brake and Suspension System Service: Aids in the precise positioning of wheels for seamless access to brake calipers, rotors, and suspension components.
  • General Workshop Use: A valuable tool for any professional garage requiring effective and ergonomic wheel manipulation.

Benefits

  • Reduces Physical Strain: Significantly minimizes back strain and muscle fatigue by providing ample leverage to maneuver heavy wheel and tire assemblies.
  • Enhances Workplace Safety: Decreases the risk of injury associated with manual lifting and awkward positioning of large wheels.
  • Boosts Operational Efficiency: Streamlines wheel service tasks, enabling technicians to complete jobs more quickly and effectively.
  • Protects Equipment and Wheels: Allows for controlled and precise handling, preventing potential damage to expensive wheels, tires, and vehicle components.
  • Improves Alignment Accuracy: Facilitates easier and more accurate alignment of wheels onto vehicle hubs, simplifying installation.

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This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 30 December, 2014.