Spare Tire Tool - Flat Head - Steelman

The Steelman 96091 Flat Head Spare Tire Tool is an essential piece of equipment for professional automotive and industrial technicians, designed for the safe and efficient deployment and retrieval of under-mounted spare tires. This specialized tool simplifies the process for routine maintenance, pre-delivery inspections, or unexpected flat tire scenarios, effectively serving as a reliable vehicle runflat replacement tool for compatible systems.

Key Features

• Secure Flat Head Engagement: Engineered with a precise flat head tip, this Steelman spare tire tool ensures positive and secure engagement with compatible spare tire lowering mechanisms, minimizing slippage and potential damage to vehicle components.
• Professional-Grade Durability: Constructed from robust carbon steel, the 96091 is built to withstand the demands of professional shop environments. It features a rust and corrosion-resistant black powder coat, with a red powder coating on the hex drive end for quick identification.
• Extended Reach Design: With an approximate length of 30-31 inches, this tool provides ample reach to access deeply recessed spare tires on a wide array of trucks, SUVs, and other vehicles.
• Component Protection: Its precision engineering helps prevent premature wear and tear on the vehicle's spare tire lowering cable or chain system, contributing to extended component lifespan and reduced long-term maintenance costs.
• 7/8-Inch Hex Drive: The tool features a 7/8-inch hex head, allowing for versatile operation with a socketed 1/2-inch drive hand ratchet, combination wrench, or tire iron/lug wrench.

Applications

This specialized Steelman flat head spare tire tool is crucial for the efficient and safe management of under-mounted spare tires in various professional settings. It facilitates rapid access during roadside assistance and unexpected flat tire scenarios, and is ideal for routine vehicle maintenance, including pre-delivery inspections or general spare tire system checks. Primarily designed for vehicles that utilize a flat head engagement point for their spare tire lowering mechanism, it offers broad compatibility with many Ford, GM, and Dodge vehicles, such as late model S-10, Blazer, Jimmy; Ford F150, Expedition, Explorer; early model Dakota (2WD); and McGuard lock systems.

Specifications

• Model Number: 96091
• Manufacturer: Steelman
• Weight: 1.75 lbs
• Dimensions: Approximately 30-30.75 inches (length) x 1 inch (width) x 1 inch (height)