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knockoff spinner tool
I just tried the knock off spinner tool made by Sarto Rocheleau in CA- this is machined aluminum alloy item which fits over the 3-eared spinners on my Kirkham Cobra and Safir GT40. Comes with everything needed included a wheel chock. This is the best and most effective tool for this that I've ever seen or used.
I have no financial stake in this, and I did not know the manufacturer until I search on line for this, but this is a beautifully made tool which will do its job admirably AND protect your knockoff spinners at the same time. Anyone with a Cobra and knockoff spinner wheels should own one. I have also emailed KMS, who built my car, about this. We also own an old Jaguar, a Series 1 E-type, and I purchased the tool that he makes for that car as well. Fits equally well, and just as well made. |
look on line not sure who sells them but they make a puller i have one works great
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Any tool that does not have a "shock" will not properly tighten a knock-off. A wrench will not do that.
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OK, who wants to revisit the "I Can Remove My Spinners With One Finger" thread?:)
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Seriously, all you need is an American Hammer lead mallet. Getting it off the first time might be a chore, but bang each ear in rotation until it comes loose, and it will, then be sure to use anti-sieze on it before reassembing (be stingy, you don't need much and trust me if it oozes out it's a mess). Tighten it by hitting on each ear until it "sings" - you'll notice a tone change in the sound when its tight and they all sound the same. Then you'll have an easy off with the mallet after that.
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C'mon, how many of us can really swing that six pound lead hammer 25 times when we're pushing 80? Gimmee an air gun any day.:cool:
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look for spinner911 works great
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I have tried every thing including propane, lead hammer and 10 foot lever. I have a large specially made fixture that slides into the hub and over the 'wings' with steel arms to whack with the hammer or slide the lever over. Nothing. I have oxy-acetylene but worried about over heating the aluminum knockoff. Any suggestions welcome.
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You might see if you can find one of these. If the photo comes through.
https://share.icloud.com/photos/0987...3k-9bQ8AkqOwSA |
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Knockoff spinner tool
Thanks to all. If I can't get the spinners off tomorrow, will probably spring for the 9-1-1 tool
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You have probably done this already but it couldn’t hurt to saturate it with the best creeping, penetrating oil you can find. And I assume you do have the car sitting on the ground with weight on the suspension? It also might help to roll the car and work on all 3 ears of the spinner with a mother thumper 6 lb lead hammer, rather than concentrate on one ear.
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Terry, try this. It's expensive, but probably your best bet. I borrowed one from a buddy and worked great.
Best, Matt |
I borrowed this from a buddy and it got my stuck spinners off.
https://knockoffspinnertool.com/ This tool was also posted earlier in this thread |
I have one here I used .. PM if interested
https://i.imgur.com/dHheywYl.jpg |
I saw this thread several days ago and finally figured it was time to pull the trigger on an alternative to whacking my expensive car with a hammer. I picked up the set from https://knockoffspinnertool.com/ and am really impressed with how nicely made it is! I'll be using it from the first time in a couple of weeks when it's time for Spring cleaning.
Thanks to everyone for sharing their knowledge on this topic! Made it a lot easier to spend the money when I knew I was getting something good! |
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