The proper use of a brake spring pliers to remove heavy springs. The cost of the tool is between $6 and $10 at automotive shops.
The proper use of a brake spring pliers to remove heavy springs. The cost of the tool is between $6 and $10 at automotive shops.
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That’s fine if you have enough clearance under the bike to use the tool.
Try using it underneath a Harley Sportster. You’d need to jack it up off
the ground a couple of feet. I suppose I could lay the bike on its side if
it was a rat bike. I’d still have to drain the gas & remove the battery.
thanks!
couldnt you do that with just a screwdriver
Thanks for the video and explanation I have struggled with my spring all
morning and have just ordered the tool.
What about the third scissor like part?
Thank you. I just ran out to the garage and found a brake spring tool
burried deep in my toolbox. It’s been so long since I’ve worked on drum
brakes, it never occurred to me to use it on the kickstand I want to
disassemble.
The scissor part is for removing/installing the spring on brake shoes. The
pointed end is put on the brake shoe material pad and the hook is attached
to the spring. When I replace a set of brake shoes, I’ll make another video.
Where do I buy a spring tool?
These tools may be bought at O’reilly, NAPA, or any other Auto supply store
that sells brake tools. the tool is called as brake spring Pliers. Sears
has a fancier model for $18.00 but the use is the same.
Best video ever explaining the use of this tool! I used some rope to
install the center stand spring on my V-Strom, but I’ve been thinking of
removing it to add some zerks. It should be a piece of cake with this tool.
Making a tough job easy. Thanks for the video, you got right to it. 🙂