Tie-rod end tool
Posted: Fri Aug 27, 2021 10:56 pm
I'm looking to get a tool to separate tie-rod ends from knuckles (Fiero knuckles, but also on other vehicles).
I like to apply some sort of tension on the tapered stud, and then while the joint is under tension, I smack the knuckle (distorting the tapered hole) with a hammer to jolt the tapered stud free.
Currently, I use a crowbar (wedged as required) to apply the tension, which is pretty crude.
Princess Auto has these two types of tools:
Gear puller style Looks like it won't slip, pulls straight.
Screw may cause clearance issues in some cases? Probably not, wheelwells are big.
Fingers may damage the paint on the knuckle.
See-saw style Bulk of the tool is off to the side, not above the castellated nut.
Risk of interference with tie-rod end rubber boot?
No sharp surfaces biting into the knuckle.
Will the slope of the arm touching the tapered stud cause the tool to be pushed off?
Opinions / suggestions?
I like to apply some sort of tension on the tapered stud, and then while the joint is under tension, I smack the knuckle (distorting the tapered hole) with a hammer to jolt the tapered stud free.
Currently, I use a crowbar (wedged as required) to apply the tension, which is pretty crude.
Princess Auto has these two types of tools:
Gear puller style Looks like it won't slip, pulls straight.
Screw may cause clearance issues in some cases? Probably not, wheelwells are big.
Fingers may damage the paint on the knuckle.
See-saw style Bulk of the tool is off to the side, not above the castellated nut.
Risk of interference with tie-rod end rubber boot?
No sharp surfaces biting into the knuckle.
Will the slope of the arm touching the tapered stud cause the tool to be pushed off?
Opinions / suggestions?