Snap on IM5100 rebuild?

[Stick-man]

My Snap-on IM5100 1/2" impact started running full throttle when I hooked up the air hose.

Does anyone know the best place to get a rebuild kit? Or, it is better to send it in. First time having one I want to keep, go bad.

 

[country83]

I don't believe that Snap-on fixes those anymore. Sorry.

 

[cgrutt]

I rebuilt a magnesium impact gun purchased kit from Snap-on directly. If no longer available it looks like aftermarket kits are available on ebay/Amazon etc here's one that may work.

https://www.amazon.com/TOABLEVEL-IM5100-Tune-Up-Kit/dp/B0CNRRJZRK?tag=atomicindus08-20

I believe Snap-on uses Redline D4 ATF for oil bath but not sure where I came across that info. I ordered a quart when I rebuilt mine and seemed to work just fine.

ETA looks like parts are still available

Snap-on Store

shop.snapon.com

I typed im5100 in search bar if link doesn't work.

 

[Wrench97]

The best place to get Snap On parts is Snap On if they are available.

 

[rsanter]

Good chance it’s just gummed up.
Take it apart and clean it up and odds are it will go back,to working

 

[Stick-man]

I rebuilt a magnesium impact gun purchased kit from Snap-on directly. If no longer available it looks like aftermarket kits are available on ebay/Amazon etc here's one that may work.

https://www.amazon.com/TOABLEVEL-IM5100-Tune-Up-Kit/dp/B0CNRRJZRK?tag=atomicindus08-20

I believe Snap-on uses Redline D4 ATF for oil bath but not sure where I came across that info. I ordered a quart when I rebuilt mine and seemed to work just fine.

ETA looks like parts are still available

Snap-on Store

shop.snapon.com

I typed im5100 in search bar if link doesn't work.

Well duh! I don't know why I didn't think of that. I don't see a rebuild kit, but I will call a dealer tomorrow.

I seen those kits on Amazon, but I would rather have factory parts, if available. I really love this gun. I bought an IR Titanium to get me bye until I can fix this. And it doesn't hurt to have a spare.

 

[Stick-man]

Good chance it’s just gummed up.
Take it apart and clean it up and odds are it will go back,to working

I will try this first! Thanks

 

[emeraldcoupe]

number 21 on the diagram is what you need. easy to change out

Snap-on IM5100

Snap-on IM5100 – 1/2" Drive Air Impact Wrench – buy now, order replacement parts, browse accessories, view product details and warranty info, and download documentation.

powertoolrepair.com

 

[Schurkey]

First Guess: Doesn't need a "rebuild".

Second Guess: Needs a spring for the trigger.

I had a IM510B. Excellent impact in it's day...and for a couple decades later. The '510 used a CP-style pin-type clutch. The IM5100 (1999--2002) looks similar to the '510, but with newer-style IR-style twin-hammer guts. The '5100 guts are similar to the IM6100, and IM6500HD.

 

[Speed-Racer]

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www.ebay.com

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from eBay seller.
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