SPARE TIRE TOOL-PIN HEAD - Steelman

The Steelman 96092 Spare Tire Tool – Pin Head is engineered to provide professional technicians with a reliable solution for safely lowering and raising cradle-suspended spare tires. Specifically designed for underbody spare tire hoists, this tool offers an extended 30-inch reach and a precise pin head interface, making it particularly effective on various import pickup trucks and light-duty vehicles. It enhances workflow efficiency and safety in both service bay and roadside assistance scenarios.

Key Features

• Pin Head Interface: Features a specialized pin head design for secure engagement with specific spare tire hoist mechanisms, particularly those found on Japanese import pickup trucks, minimizing slippage and potential damage to the hoist.
• 30-Inch Extended Reach: Provides sufficient length to access underbody spare tire cradles without requiring extensive crawling under the vehicle, improving technician ergonomics and operational efficiency.
• Heavy-Duty Carbon Steel Construction: Manufactured from robust carbon steel, ensuring professional-grade durability and resistance to the demands of frequent, rigorous use in automotive and industrial settings.
• Corrosion-Resistant Finish: Equipped with a black powder-coated shaft for protection against rust and wear, complemented by a blue powder-coated hex drive end for quick visual identification in a toolbox.
• Versatile Drive Options: The hex end is compatible with a 7/8-inch socket on a 1/2-inch drive ratchet, a combination wrench, or standard tire irons and lug wrenches, offering adaptable usage in various situations.

Applications

This spare tire tool is an essential asset for professional automotive shops, dealership service departments, fleet maintenance operations, and roadside assistance providers. It is specifically designed to safely lower and raise cradle-mounted spare tires located under the bed or rear of numerous trucks and SUVs, proving exceptionally effective on Japanese import pickups. Utilizing the correct tool helps reduce labor time on flat repairs, tire rotations involving the spare, and pre-delivery inspections, while simultaneously mitigating the risk of damaging the spare tire hoist mechanism.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Steelman
• Model Number: 96092
• Tool Type: Spare Tire Pin Head Tool
• Length: 30 in.
• Dimensions: 30 x 1.25 x 1.25 in.
• Weight: 4 lb.