Need to remove a snap ring HELP

[woody367]

So I am trying to rebuild a transfer case for my jeep. I ran into a heavy duty external snap ring with no holes.1 is down deep and another easier to get to. Some smaller one I have used screwdriver and pick before. These are way to strong for that. There must be some tool made for them I just don't know what they are called and where to get it,. Can anyone help? See photo. Thx

 

[chrisnazzy]

I believe it's this type of plier you'll need.

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[ricleh]

You want this type of retaining ring plier

 

[superduty1]

which transfer case are you rebuilding?

 

[DSLTRK]

which transfer case are you rebuilding?

Probably the venerable NP231. I had to use parallel , knurled jaw external snap ring pliers to get it off. Works like a charm.

 

[woody367]

Yes NP231., are these the ones I need? If in stock I can get them tomorrow. Would like to do this on Sunday, not sure where else to get them for the weekend unless I order online.

https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p...50763-P?searchTerm=Horseshoe+Lock+Ring+Pliers

 

[Jason280]

I believe it's this type of plier you'll need.

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I used this style when I added a SYE to my '94 NP231.

 

[Bretny]

Drill a small hole in one or both ends of the ring...no more special plyers needed. I have done this with the ring installed too.

 

[Rabid Badger]

Another option:

https://www.amazon.com/Wilde-Tool-Pliers-Polished-Finish/dp/B00HRY1RTA

 

[woody367]

Thank you for all the help. I ordered a set from AMAZON and will have them tomorrow.

 

[decableguy2000]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Wilde-Lock-Ring-Pliers-Set-3pc-Straight-Right-Angle-Thin-Bent-Curved-9-USA-Made/133147518750

Wilde set of 3

 

[AmericanMechanic]

Those Wilde look nice and i like their tools. I found this text to be odd. Almost as if there's a decent chance they'll break on you? The risk of being mid-job and the tool breaking is a bigger concern than lack of guarantee (which might be reasonable when used daily in a shop).

https://ibb.co/kVnKb9R

 

[redwrench60]

A good 3 or 4 piece set of forged retaining ring pliers will outlast most users. I’ve completely worn the knurling off the tips on a few pairs over the years as a flat rate mechanic but never broken any. Good aggressive knurling is a key component on how well these pliers work. It’s pretty frustrating when you can’t get traction on a ring to get it spread enough to remove or when it goes boing!! and flies across the shop into oblivion.

 

[Rabid Badger]

Those Wilde look nice and i like their tools. I found this text to be odd. Almost as if there's a decent chance they'll break on you? The risk of being mid-job and the tool breaking is a bigger concern than lack of guarantee (which might be reasonable when used daily in a shop).

The tips of these pliers are constantly rubbing against sharp pieces of very hard spring steel and will eventually wear out. The Protos wouldn't be covered in the same situation under their "normal wear and tear" clause.

Wilde just makes their position clear up front rather than waiting for customers to ask for a replacement before turning them away.

 

[byacey]

Drill a small hole in one or both ends of the ring...no more special plyers needed. I have done this with the ring installed too.

I doubt you would be able to drill a hole in the snap ring; they are very hard spring steel.

 

[Pontiac787]

Any opinions on the Protos vs. the Wilde pliers?

 

[decableguy2000]

Any opinions on the Protos vs. the Wilde pliers?

I like see them side by side. I wonder if Wilde is the OEM for Proto.

 

[Pontiac787]

The jaws and handles are different. At least in the photos I’ve seen. Wilde is OEM for Mac or Matco. I don’t remember which.

 

[Pontiac787]

I like see them side by side. I wonder if Wilde is the OEM for Proto.

Looking at the “new” style on the Proto website I think you’re right.

 

[Indexmill]

Drill a small hole in one or both ends of the ring...no more special plyers needed. I have done this with the ring installed too.

Snap rings are hard; you will never drill a hole in them especially in-place.

 

[Bretny]

I have done it before with no special drill bit.