Mystery Tool Need ID Help

[mike_paxton]

This tool is labeled as Made in USA and Patent Pending. Maker is marked as REPUBLIC and Model # AF 11R

This tool has double ratchet handles, with a working socket that functions when handles are separated or a grooved end, if handles are brought together.

Anyone have idea what this tool was used on?

 

[jlh92]

Not sure what the proper name would be but I'm thinking of something like the adjuster/locking nut setup for valve lash or the like.

Sway bar end links use a similar system on some cars.

 

[fasteddie313]

Strut top hats?

 

[joe_padavano]

It sure looks like a larger version of the tool for tightening the top nut on a shock absorber. Strut top hat might be a good guess.

 

[LordPsychon]

Doesn't look like a strut top hat tool to me, looks closer in function to a valve lash tool.

 

[3baygarage]

I think it's one of those GM Hydra-Matic band adjustment tools.

 

[Thumper]

I think it's one of those GM Hydra-Matic band adjustment tools.

This gets my vote...^^^^

 

[mike_paxton]

This gets my vote...^^^^

Looks like we finally tracked the mystery tool down.

Based on it being a Hydramatic band adjusting tool, did search and found one that appears to be exact match located on GJ. Go figure.

If go to http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=136497 and see post 7 by regguy1, then look at his pic 3.

Thanks folks for all the help in getting this tool identified!!!

Mike