Head Puller
Sorry, I don't have a picture right now, but I scored a head puller for a flathead.
I saw one of these things in an antique store in Bandera, Texas a few years back. I looked the thing over but could not figure out what in the world it was for. Only later did I see one owned by someone in my EFV-8 club. I never made it back to get it.
But, I stumbled on one for sale on the 'bay last week and scored getting it. Now I have some more questions.
I assumed that this would be a Manzel or KRW tool, but I cannot find anything stamped on it except "Made in the USA." Anyone know who made these?
For those unfamiliar, the thing clamps to a head gripping it from the top and bottom sides. Then, there are two bolts that screw down onto two of the studs to lift the head. Given that you cannot attach this in the center of a 59A head due to the water outlet, are you supposed to have two and grip the head one on each side? Or, do you just break one side loose then move to the other side of the water outlet if necessary?
I did a search of Manzel, Buffalo Tool and KRW but could not find a mention of these head pullers. If someone has a pic, please post it. If nothing comes up, I will take a pic and get it posted a little later for those who have never seen one of these. Thanks, Lou
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