Help ID tool that I ruined

[neblinc]

Well I borrowed this puller from my neighbor and got a piece of metal caught in the threads as I was using the air gun to pull a wheel off a garden tiller. Needless to say it did a number on the threads and I need to buy him a replacement.

The closest thing I could find that it is a Harmonic Balancer puller, maybe Lisle 4500? Can someone confirm for sure so I can replace it.

Thanks
Randy


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[Jbullfrog]

Check the thread size (normally 5/8-18), and run a tap thru it and you should be good to go. Also, I would consult with your neighbor, as it may be part of a set, or a warrantied brand.

[old salvage]

I'm sorry I cant help. I just wanted to say this thread title is one of the best ever.:)

[lbgradwell]

Western Auto Supply?

[VDubJoe]

Yep its a balancer puller. Usually comes in a kit.
Joe H

[milkovich]

I'd be happy if you got me *ahem* your neighbor an OTC 518

[billymade]

Worst case scenario if you have to buy a new one; craftsman has one for $20 that has a lifetime warranty:
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00947626000P?keyword=harmonic+balanc er+pullerhttp://s7.sears.com/is/image/Sears/00947626000?hei=250&wid=250&op_sharpen=1&qlt=90,0&resMode=sharp&op_usm=0.9,0.5,0,0

[neblinc]

This is the OTC 518, not quite the same as what I have.
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ZLEOUvwAL._SS500_.jpg

This one is closer to what I have with the round tip screw puller
http://www.tooltopia.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=7703

Randy

[vjquan]

Yep, got one just like it with the same stampings and all. It's a Lisle 45500. I would ask the neighbor if he even wants it replaced.

[T56 Impala]

IF it were me....


I would buy the NEW craftsman, take it to the person I borrowed it from along the the damaged one and offer him the choice of one or both of them. Apologize and explain what happened. $20 is a small price to pay to keep a friend and maybe someone you might borrow tools from again.

BTW, I have that Craftsman puller. It works great. I think Sears sells the Lisle one too.

[neblinc]

Well i have a self imposed rule that if I borrow a tool I return it just as soon as I am done with it, cleaned up like new.

Now if I break one, I am taking that risk and want to replace it with the exact same thing if I can. I don't want to burden the person with making a decision on whether I bought a better/worse replacement.

It's just how I am and would expect the same from him borrowing my tools, which he has done only once since he has 10 to 1 the amount of tools that I have :drool:

I know he would probably say don't worry about it, but it just would be on my mind if I did not replace it.

Thanks for the help guys!! and vjquan for the confirmation of the Lisle 45500

Randy

[Uncle Buck]

If you can buy the exact replacement get it and return it to him and keep the damaged one to repair and use.

[bobthecop]

Would you be my neighbor?? Great attitude, wish more folks thought that way.

[billymade]

By the way; if you do buy him a new one (out here in the West, PepBoys and CarQuest are Lisle dealers) you can send your old "defective" one in for a Lifetime Warranty replacement! I personally, have sent stuff into them and they promptly sent out a new unit to me in the mail! Many people don't know they have a Lifetime warranty on their products but they do! Here is the contact info for Lisle; you can contact them for send in instructions and tool return address:
Lisle Corporation
807 E. Main Street
P.O. Box 89
Clarinda, IA 51632-0089
Phone: (712) 542-5101
Fax: (712) 542-6591
or if you don't want to pay for the call email: info@lislecorp.com

[Merkava_4]

I'm sorry I cant help. I just wanted to say this thread title is one of the best ever. :)

LOL! :lol:

[ImportTuner]

Would you be my neighbor?? Great attitude, wish more folks thought that way.

Yep .... great attitude .... :)

[eschoendorff]

Just buy him this....

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=&tool=all&item_ID=10199&group_ID=1209&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog

and make a new best friend :lol:

[Deafautotech]

Just buy him this....

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=&tool=all&item_ID=10199&group_ID=1209&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog

and make a new best friend :lol:

OUCH.........:wtf:

[jay50]

Just go to Horror Freight and get the 5.99 special and he will never know the difference...LOL

Or get the Lisle model and keep the old one.

[billymade]

Looks like the tool is slightly more expensive then the craftsman unit but amazon has it on sale for $17.53 and free shipping (if you spend $25 or more)!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002SREAY/ref=nosim/ :)
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41DEYTJDE6L._SS500_.jpg
By the way, don't feel bad about the threads getting messed up; your not the first one and you wont be the last! I have destroyed quite a few of the "loan tools" that Checker and Autozone have for rent; usually it is the silver body part of the tool, not the black shaft part (heat treated) that gets stripped; I would assume the higher end brands can take more punishment!

[neblinc]

Thanks for the links Billymade!! Will place my order with Amazon and will contact Lisle.

Randy

[NSXSOON]

I've stripped one of those myself on a stubborn BMW steering wheel.

Take it to a local machine shop and have them Heilicoil it back to original size. The Heilicoil insert is far harder material and will make the tool stronger than new. Cost shouldn't be too bad but it's been many moons since I had to pay to have one done so I can't offer what a current rate might be.

[Fedwrench]

Hey, to prevent from damaging other pullers in the future, coat the puller shaft threads with a light coat of antiseize. We use impacts on pullers all the time and the antiseize has prolonged the life of our pullers greatly.

[eschoendorff]

Hey, to prevent from damaging other pullers in the future, coat the puller shaft threads with a light coat of antiseize. We use impacts on pullers all the time and the antiseize has prolonged the life of our pullers greatly.

Excellent advice. I've heard this before... all my pullers wear anti-seize now. :thumbup: