• Dirk Skogerboe, aftermarket specialty tools product manager, OTC

    Ask the Expert: Choosing the right puller -- How much force to you need?

    April 18, 2016
    Determine the reach and spread you need. This will make sure your puller is long enough and the jaws, if applicable, open wide enough to exert enough force to pull the object.

    Q: How much force to you need? 

    A: Determine the reach and spread you need. This will make sure your puller is long enough and the jaws, if applicable, open wide enough to exert enough force to pull the object. Estimate the force required. Normally, if you account for reach and spread, OTC’s pullers will have enough force. When in doubt, always use the next larger size to account for frozen or rusted parts.

    Information provided by: OTC

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    Dirk Skogerboe | Aftermarket Specialty Tools Product Manager, OTC

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