Tool whatizit? Large wrench

[Sevenhills1952]

I got this about 40 years ago from a garage auction that did a lot of alignments.
About 18" long but opening is about 3/8".
One side says "Bear". Something to do with Bear alignment equipment? If so I wonder what it would be for.
The place closed after years in business so who knows how old it could be...possibly 30s-40s?


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[Old Man Roger]

At first I thought it was a spoke wrench, till I saw the actual size..lol

 

[wrenchguy]

For straightening/tweaking auto or truck frames for alignment process. Somewhat uncommon.

 

[MrSurly]

For straightening/tweaking auto or truck frames for alignment process. Somewhat uncommon.

Yes, it's made for straightening a bent frame rail such as a c-frame that's been kinked in a collision. After using hoists/rams to straighten the frame member overall, this was used to work the kinks out of the frame flanges.

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Interesting tool. I am always learning something new here! Thanks for posting.

 

[Sevenhills1952]

You guys are G R E A T !!!!!
Thank you!
Wonder how old it is? I bought some neat stuff there like this wheel bearing cabinet that's full.

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[Leviton]

At first I thought it was a spoke wrench, till I saw the actual size..lol

I went through the same thought process.