need a 2 jaw gear puller

[jonesg]

I used a harmonic balancer puller to get the timing gear off my crank, took 50 minutes to install, 3 seconds to pull the gear.
I think a decent 2 jaw would have made this a lot easier.
Most of the time was spent trying to get the 2 nuts on the puller bolts, very fiddly with little access.
I've tried HF pullers, they strip out the threaded section, they don't have acme threads. looking for something a bit better quality but not snapon priced.
Preferably something I can use the impact on.
just a home gamer who can't afford to pay a mechanic.

 

[ex-x-fire]

I picture of the front of the gear would help.

 

[PBCampbell]

Acme threads suggest Proto to me. That's the only brand I can remember having Acme forcing screws.

 

[bcschief]

Don't use an impact on a puller. That is a miss use of a tool.

 

[unslow1]

Just stop by a local auto parts and use the tool loaner program. I have several and very rarely use them.

 

[Rabid Badger]

I have the Craftsman branded version of the OTC 1026. It managed to pull the hubs off my 2009 Legacy, which is no easy task. It's not technically impact rated but I use it with my relatively anemic corded 1/2 impact (250 lb/ft) and it hasn't complained. Just make sure to throw a blanket over it before you start cranking down.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002SRGDE

 

[matt_i]

I don't think you need Acme. Something around 5/8-11 to 3/4-16 and up in UNF sizes work very well.

Using Gr5 bolts or B7 threaded rod also helps, typical oil or anti-seize on the forcing screw.

If the threads are being damaged bottom line is the steel is under too much stress in the threadform. Have to go bigger OD to get more bearing area or go to a more exotic steel formulation (med carbon steel or tool steels) that have higher strength.

 

[B_Bimmer]

Proto makes some nice pullers, otc also is available all over ebay. I use them all the time on everything from motorcycles to combines and do not believe I will ever have to many different models. I also don't have time to drive to an auto parts store hoping that the last guy didn't trash the puller I need.

 

[jonesg]

Don't use an impact on a puller. That is a miss use of a tool.

my tools like being abused..

 

[jonesg]

Just stop by a local auto parts and use the tool loaner program. I have several and very rarely use them.

I'm in northern maine, 30 miles to the auto store and my car is on jackstands.
I just ordered 4 stroke engine to install on a bicycle, fed up of having to walk a mile to the only food store around, especially in this heat.

 

[jonesg]

I have the Craftsman branded version of the OTC 1026. It managed to pull the hubs off my 2009 Legacy, which is no easy task. It's not technically impact rated but I use it with my relatively anemic corded 1/2 impact (250 lb/ft) and it hasn't complained. Just make sure to throw a blanket over it before you start cranking down.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002SRGDE

ah yeh but I'm looking for a two jaw.

 

[bcschief]

I'm in northern maine, 30 miles to the auto store and my car is on jackstands.
I just ordered 4 stroke engine to install on a bicycle, fed up of having to walk a mile to the only food store around, especially in this heat.

Heat in Maine you should come down south or out west

 

[jonesg]

I don't think you need Acme. Something around 5/8-11 to 3/4-16 and up in UNF sizes work very well.

Using Gr5 bolts or B7 threaded rod also helps, typical oil or anti-seize on the forcing screw.

If the threads are being damaged bottom line is the steel is under too much stress in the threadform. Have to go bigger OD to get more bearing area or go to a more exotic steel formulation (med carbon steel or tool steels) that have higher strength.

HF pullers are formulated from cheddar cheese. I got one use from them .
that was doing a snowblower wheel removal, 40 yrs of rust, I got it by welding a collar on the wheel and using a pitman arm puller, those are built right.

volvo is transverse engine, no room to swing a breaker bar , the only real access was a milwakee impact, it worked perfect but I could have used a decent 2 jaw puller and saved a lot of shoulder aches today.

 

[Ign]

Perhaps the OTC 4534 at ~$115? I like that it uses a "yoke" between the jaws to keep them from spreading. Matco sells this under basically the same part # for double the price

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00061SM9E/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[jonesg]

Perhaps the OTC 4534 at ~$115? I like that it uses a "yoke" between the jaws to keep them from spreading. Matco sells this under basically the same part # for double the price

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00061SM9E/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Yeh that looks great, I'll need to start a gofundme page to pay for it.

 

[jonesg]

I picture of the front of the gear would help.

I took a quick video before I pulled it.
Its round but has 4 ears which made a 3 jaw unworkable for me, its also very hard to reach in there through the wheel well.
Looks like ebay is my best bet, budget is around $50.

 

[Bogie1632]

Posi Lock makes some 2 jaw pullers. Watch out for the sticker shock, but they are very good pullers.

V/R
Bogie

 

[sberry]

50 minutes, second time probably faster, got to do the job twice to make it a 55$ an hour investment.

 

[Ign]

Yeh that looks great, I'll need to start a gofundme page to pay for it.

I'm gonna guess you're joking 'cause $115 for a quality puller with 3 sets of jaws is beyond reasonable.

I'm holding out for the CJ2002 myself

 

[jonesg]

I'm gonna guess you're joking 'cause $115 for a quality puller with 3 sets of jaws is beyond reasonable.

I'm holding out for the CJ2002 myself

I'm retired on SS, no spare cash for quality tools.
Of course they're worth it but that doesn't create money , I just ain't got it.
Mybe I'll just have the cat put to sleep, that'll save some money.

 

[lis2323]

Posi Lock makes some 2 jaw pullers. Watch out for the sticker shock, but they are very good pullers.

V/R
Bogie

X2 on the
PosiLock

 

[B_Bimmer]

Cat or better tools... don't ask me twice.

 

[Ign]

X2 on the
PosiLock

Forget that - I like that bearing splitter!

 

[Rabid Badger]

ah yeh but I'm looking for a two jaw.

If you're dead set against having the option to use 3 jaws you can get the two jaw version for a dollar more:

https://www.amazon.com/OTC-Mechanical-Grip-Matic-Puller/dp/B0002SRFP8

 

[jonesg]

If you're dead set against having the option to use 3 jaws you can get the two jaw version for a dollar more:

https://www.amazon.com/OTC-Mechanical-Grip-Matic-Puller/dp/B0002SRFP8

I own a 3 jaw, it doesn't work on square shapes.

 

[HenryAZ]

OTC 927 with bolts that thread into your gear, or with a bearing splitter behind the gear.

 

[Rabid Badger]

I own a 3 jaw, it doesn't work on square shapes.

The OTC 1026 I linked first is a 2 or 3 jaw. It gives you a little extra flexibility for your money.

I made a mistake, I actually have the OTC 1027. It has longer jaws with multiple swivel points.

https://www.amazon.com/OTC-1027-Mechanical-Matic-Puller/dp/B0002SRGCU

 

[Tallpilot]

The OTC 1026 I linked first is a 2 or 3 jaw. It gives you a little extra flexibility for your money.

I made a mistake, I actually have the OTC 1027. It has longer jaws with multiple swivel points.

https://www.amazon.com/OTC-1027-Mechanical-Matic-Puller/dp/B0002SRGCU

The Grip-O-Matics are the best thing available within the budget. The more universal kits are twice as much and the Posilocks (which are amazing) are 3-4 times as much. Anything cheaper than the Taiwan made OTC is just going to be soft junk and wasted money.