Coiled Spring Pin Removal

Remove the spindle steering knuckle assembly.

Coiled spring pin removal.

For higher load applications where vibration and shocks are a problem use a coiled spring pin. 1 16 5 1 2 spring taper dowel. They remain flexible after installation to absorb shock and vibration and work well in holes that are out of round. I ve messed up the trim around my doors a number of times by using a screwdriver and a hammer to pound out stubborn door hinge pins.

Spring pins are also easy to insert and remove. For pin style. Squeeze pins closed and install them in a hole slightly smaller than the pin. Use the wire or string to support the assembly making sure the brake line has slack in it.

Tie a piece of wire or heavy string to the spindle assembly. However the level of difficulty for pin removal varies significantly by hole type. As their name suggests roll pin removal tools are designed specifically for popping broken or stuck roll pins out of their housing in pieces of metal. In an instant a suddenly free coil spring can send a lower a arm crushing down on the toe of the mechanic who unwittingly pulled the pin out of the control arm.

In stock and ready to ship. Also called a roll pin the spring pin withstands side loads and rotational friction making it ideal for securing shaft and axle connections. Using coiled spring pins as an alternative to bolts rivets dowels slotted spring pins welding adhesives and other joining methods can help your busines. Slowly lower the jack until you can remove the coil spring.

Even when using the simple and safe removal tip we are going to share with you it is a good idea to don protective gear when doing this job. Use a roll pin removal tool to loosen up a roll pin if aerosol didn t help. The magnetic tip holds pins in place. For tough jobs these spiral pins are 30 stronger than our standard coiled spring pins.

Use them for fastening pivoting and holding. Carefully lift the spring out of the car and carefully decompress the spring. It takes about three shots and the pin is out. Choose from our selection of coiled spring pin insert tools in a wide range of styles and sizes.

Strike the head of the tool with a hammer to install. The tool has a curved base that s about 2 inches 5 1 cm long. Coiled spring pins are serviceable fasteners and can be removed with no damage to the host components if done properly.