My dad bought me one of those brake tools from Craftsman about the same time my parents bought a '61 Chevy for me, back in '82. I'm restoring the car now and have been overhauling the brake system,...came here so somebody could help me remember how to use the tool. Honestly cannot believe what I've forgotten. Thanks for posting the vid.
Try re-making this video and actually remove the retainer pins and sproings this time. It would be great to tteach us how to use the opposite end of those, the end with the "half-loop".
@@cmedeiros17 I see in your other video you didn't show a successful use of the spring washer tool either. Don't be offend. As far as I can tell, there's not a single video on UA-cam showing that tool being used effectively. Don't know why the automotive industry don't just use a flathead screw and nylon lock nut to hold down those short springs... would be massively easier to remove and install. Otherwise, great going. It's one of those jobs that only needs doing once every few years, but worth doing at home if you have the knowhow. Helpful video nonetheless.
Tell you what. I have had 1 of those tools for over 20 years and every time I went to change brake shoes, I would lay this tool around with my pliers, vise grips, screw drivers ect. I kept poking it around on the springs and then would lay it back down and grab my other tools. I did not have a clue how it would help. Now, I can't wait until I have some more to change so I can use it. (well, sort of) You did not show the point and hook end that look like pliers. Is that end helpful on springs someway?
+x2malandy Ah you are right. How did I forget that part!? That is for taking off the return spring from the leading (front) brake shoe. Basically the hook part grabs the spring while the other side holds on to the shoe.
cmedeiros17 Thanks for filling me in on this snazzy tool. I may have knocked my head ache's out when doing the rear brakes now. Have a good one, from Indiana.
This thingy takes of this thing. N the ya kinda twist it n it slides over this thing here.... But this nifty thing here works to take off this nail thingy that goes through this spring thingy.. And that's it. Your serpentine belt is back on.
My dad bought me one of those brake tools from Craftsman about the same time my parents bought a '61 Chevy for me, back in '82. I'm restoring the car now and have been overhauling the brake system,...came here so somebody could help me remember how to use the tool. Honestly cannot believe what I've forgotten. Thanks for posting the vid.
HONESTLY!!! Why was this video so hard to find. This video was frigging great thanks for the info
Glad it was helpful!
Impressive, I have been fighting with these for years. You made a good video. Thank you for saving me time and frustration
Good video. Knowing how to use the right tools for the job is just as important as having the right tools for the job.
THANK YOU! I was searching everywhere on how to use these tools.
Cool. Make sure you have eye protection when working with drum brake springs.
If your gonna have to watch an instructional video I'd rather watch one with a cute girl in it that a hairy old guy, good job explaining the tools.
Try re-making this video and actually remove the retainer pins and sproings this time. It would be great to tteach us how to use the opposite end of those, the end with the "half-loop".
Thank You for using the correct spring tools.
Thank you so much for this video! I'm going to buy these tools from harbor freight today. I was curious about how to use them.
Thanks for the video. Great explanation. I think I'm to purchase the tools.
A How to video would probably be better if you actually used the tool instead of telling us how it works!
Check out my brake replacement video and you will learn how to use the tools.
@@cmedeiros17 I see in your other video you didn't show a successful use of the spring washer tool either.
Don't be offend. As far as I can tell, there's not a single video on UA-cam showing that tool being used effectively.
Don't know why the automotive industry don't just use a flathead screw and nylon lock nut to hold down those short springs... would be massively easier to remove and install.
Otherwise, great going. It's one of those jobs that only needs doing once every few years, but worth doing at home if you have the knowhow. Helpful video nonetheless.
Tell you what. I have had 1 of those tools for over 20 years and every time I went to change brake shoes, I would lay this tool around with my pliers, vise grips, screw drivers ect. I kept poking it around on the springs and then would lay it back down and grab my other tools. I did not have a clue how it would help. Now, I can't wait until I have some more to change so I can use it. (well, sort of) You did not show the point and hook end that look like pliers. Is that end helpful on springs someway?
+x2malandy Ah you are right. How did I forget that part!? That is for taking off the return spring from the leading (front) brake shoe. Basically the hook part grabs the spring while the other side holds on to the shoe.
cmedeiros17 Thanks for filling me in on this snazzy tool. I may have knocked my head ache's out when doing the rear brakes now. Have a good one, from Indiana.
Great video! Thank you!... And I'm in love...
You didn't mention the use of the pliers / hook end.
This thingy takes of this thing. N the ya kinda twist it n it slides over this thing here.... But this nifty thing here works to take off this nail thingy that goes through this spring thingy.. And that's it. Your serpentine belt is back on.
Just kidding. You did a good job. I just thought it was funny how you knew what they all were but names shmames!
Awesome vid
Thanks!
A lovely looking girl, that works on cars, perfect😀😀 good video,cheers.
Need more volume.
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Obviously, you don’t know what the other end is for!
Go gal!
cute too
A How to video would probably be better if you actually used the tool instead of telling us how it works!