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Tool Time

Post by Divcoone » Mon Apr 27, 2020 11:01 am

Just what is this and a picture of it being used would be great.
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Re: Tool Time

Post by StanHowe » Mon Apr 27, 2020 11:04 am

Tire changing tool for split rims.

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Re: Tool Time

Post by Mark Gregush » Mon Apr 27, 2020 11:11 am

Rim spreader. Google "MTFCA rim spreader".
https://www.google.com/search?client=fi ... m+spreader
Used to collapses/expand the 21" split rims (Ford in this case, other car makes may have used different size rims/wheels), so the tire could be removed or installed.
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Re: Tool Time

Post by Steve Jelf » Mon Apr 27, 2020 11:12 am

Considering the few years split rims were used, I'm a bit surprised at how many spreaders are around. I bought one at an auction for $1. Nobody else knew what it was. :)
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Re: Tool Time

Post by Mark Gregush » Mon Apr 27, 2020 12:14 pm

When you consider that: A they are a tool and maybe were stored better and saved after the car/truck was gone. B how many makes of cars used the split rims like Ford GM etc. The rim tool might have a better survival rate then the cars they were bought for. The one I have was made for larger split rims and will "just" work on the 21inch ones.
I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas! :shock:

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