What tool is this? What is it for?

[R-Savage]

While cleaning out my dads toolbox I came across this Caterpillar Service tool? What is the name of this tool? And what was this tools purpose on Caterpillar machinery? At best what machine would this tool be used on?

 

[crewchief888]

looks like the tool used to cut open oil filters..

 

[R-Savage]

I got more pics

 

[R-Savage]

Here's another one

 

[HighPlainsWrencher]

Like crewchief said. it is used to cut open filters to check for debris.

 

[R-Savage]

Perfect. Thanks Guys.

 

[StillTooManyHobbies]

Awesome info! The knowledge on this board never ceases to amaze me.

 

[goingtoarizona]

Yeah, we use them at least weekly at our truck dealership.

 

[zendigital]

Agreed with all of the above, here's the current part number for it: https://parts.cat.com/en/catcorp/175-7546

 

[koliny]

Definitely, it is used for filters

 

[R-Savage]

You guys are awesome. I mean that