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WHEEL TOOL 1929 Patent Split Rim TIRE SPREADER, Cranking Gear Model A FORD Plus
WHEEL TOOL 1929 Patent Split Rim TIRE SPREADER, Cranking Gear Model A FORD Plus
WHEEL TOOL 1929 Patent Split Rim TIRE SPREADER, Cranking Gear Model A FORD Plus
WHEEL TOOL 1929 Patent Split Rim TIRE SPREADER, Cranking Gear Model A FORD Plus
WHEEL TOOL 1929 Patent Split Rim TIRE SPREADER, Cranking Gear Model A FORD Plus
WHEEL TOOL 1929 Patent Split Rim TIRE SPREADER, Cranking Gear Model A FORD Plus
WHEEL TOOL 1929 Patent Split Rim TIRE SPREADER, Cranking Gear Model A FORD Plus

WHEEL TOOL 1929 Patent Split Rim TIRE SPREADER, Cranking Gear Model A FORD Plus

$ 25.34

Availability: 43 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Condition: Rusty patina, with remains of green paint. Excellent Mechanical, over all ~85% in Condition.
  • Brand: Hercules
  • Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Warranty: No Warranty
  • Vintage Car Part: Accessory
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Manufacturer Part Number: B Foundry
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Modified Item: No
  • Other Part Number: US PAT 1,704,628 [1929]
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Custom Bundle: No
  • Non-Domestic Product: No

    Description

    Model A Ford Era
    Tire Rim Tool
    13-5/8" Folded. Net Weight 5 lbs. 0.5 Oz.
    Pat. 1,704,628 ~ March 5, 1929
    NOTES:
    No maker's name, but the E.T. Rushton invention was licensed to Hercules.
    For prep in replacing the tire, spreading the split rim, after removal of hub/spokes.
    Solid cast crank handle may have had a wooden grip.
    Rusty patina, with remains of green paint.
    There are great internet discussions about changing tires with this tool, including aaca dot org.
    Good tips on placement of the pawls, position of the tube stem, liberal lubrication of all parts, etc.
    Schematic diagram from the Patent application. Excellent Mechanical, over all
    ~85% in Condition.
    Shipping . via Priority Mail to U.S. Addresses.
    ~~Thanks for looking!