OTC Axle Installer, 1 Pc
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This one is forged as a single piece, making it slightly stronger and capable of withstanding more force.
If the seal numbers are the same, I'm not sure if it will work.
Yes. From 2005 to the present, the seal has remained the same.
I recommend going straight to the OTC Tools website, where you can find a complete list of their products as well as their vehicle applications. That way, you can be certain that you are purchasing the correct tool.
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This tool is greased and wrapped in plastic before being placed in a styrofoam cradle and placed inside a sturdy cardboard box. After you've finished using this tool, the packaging can be used as a storage container. The good news is that it's tough, doesn't give in, gets the job done, and can be reused multiple times. It's a useful tool to have in your shop.
Installing the vacuum seals on my 2005 F250 was a piece of cake thanks to the tool. The tool is designed to allow you to beat or press the seals into precise positions on the front shafts without damaging them. It's a bit pricey, but if you're replacing ball joints or even just seals, it's worth it to bite the bullet and spend the money. (Each seal costs about $75, so if you avoid damaging even one, the tool is free. ).
I didn't want to spend the money on this tool because I don't think I'll use it very often. HOWEVER - When compared to the much less expensive alternatives, the OTC 6697 is built to properly seat the Powerstroke axel shaft seal to the proper depth for the vacuum powered automatic 4WD hubs to work. The seat depth and circumference of the axel shaft port vary widely between cheaper versions, affecting the proper seating of the seal and necessitating taking everything apart again to correct (and potentially leaving you without 4WD when you need it). Spending a few extra dollars on the right tool is preferable to doing the job twice - or causing an $80 seal to fail!.
The initial impressions are extremely positive. I've packed everything into a large styrofoam "box" that will serve as a storage container once I'm done. For driving seal, it fits perfectly into the knuckle and over the axel. I purchased a less expensive version of this tool, which was out of spec and became stuck in my knuckle. I finally got it loose after an hour of banging and prying, and I'm returning it now. Invest the $25 extra. Spend $30 and get something that actually does what it's supposed to do. What you pay for is unquestionably worth it.
Okay, this was my first and only time replacing a wheel seal on an F250, but I'm not sure how you'd get the seal seated without this tool. The tool cost $100, while the seal cost $75. But, again, I'm not sure how you'd get the seal in place if you didn't have it. Why would you sabotage a seal worth $75? It's made out of a solid block of aluminum. br>br> It's colossal and heavy-duty.
BUY THIS TOOL if you're on the fence about whether to buy it or save the extra $15 or $20. A SUBSTITUTE WILL NOT DO!.
On a 2010 Ford F350 dually, this part was used. 4 and a 2012 f250 srw powerstroke Will fit for a long time, but double-check the description. I'll be using it whenever I do knuckle seals because it works perfectly as intended. It's tough enough to be used in a diesel shop, not just as a one-time use tool for the average homeowner.
On my 2011 F250, it worked perfectly. You might want to use a hammer with a brass or softer end. The end of my 40-ounce hammer steel was dingy. But that's only relevant if you're interested in the tool's aesthetics. br>It's a little pricey, but I had to replace ball joints and u-joints. On both sides of the front end, there are joints. When you consider that the seals are about $50 each, messing up one will cost you more than half of the tool's cost.
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