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Expander tool - Piston Ring?

Started by amecks, September 28, 2022, 06:22:14 PM

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amecks

September 28, 2022, 06:22:14 PM
Is this a piston ring expander?  If not, then what is it?  The jaws remain parallel when spread open.  Duro Chrome 2128.








Al
Jordan, NY

Lostmind

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September 28, 2022, 08:32:18 PM
Snap ring pliers , usually for transmission work.
It would work as a ring expander though.
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d42jeep

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September 29, 2022, 07:14:03 AM
Here are my Proto snap ring pliers that are similar in function.
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amecks

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September 29, 2022, 07:57:10 AM
Rats!  I was hoping they were a piston ring tool.  Have to install rings today so I may go to store - Autozone has cheap tool for $7.99.
Al
Jordan, NY

Bill Houghton

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September 29, 2022, 03:37:16 PM
If you have strong fingernails and a willingness to deal with a little discomfort, it can be done by hand, although the expanders make life easier.

JoeCB

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October 26, 2022, 08:51:20 PM
I will work for piston rings too, I have used one for that.
Joe B
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