Ken-Tool

Akron, OH 44305

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768 E. North St.
Akron, OH 44305
http://www.kentool.com
330-535-7177
888-536-8665
800-872-4929

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Ken-Tool is a leading manufacturer of professional tire service hand tools. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, Ken-Tool has been providing the tire industry and automotive aftermarket with quality products for over 90 years. 

Products & Press Releases

Handheld Automatic Tire Inflator, No. 26012
Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Handheld Automatic Tire Inflator, No. 26012

July 7, 2022
The Ken-Tool Handheld Automatic Tire Inflator, No. 26012, allows technicians to auto inflate and deflate with over pressure setting and underinflation protection. The tire inflator...
Rust Rhino Hub Cleaning Tool, No. 30267
Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Rust Rhino Hub Cleaning Tool, No. 30267

July 7, 2022
The Ken-Tool Rust Rhino Hub Cleaning Tool, No. 30267, attaches to any power-driven tool (pneumatic, electric, or battery). It's capable of accepting a 1/2” square drive and has...
Multi-Purpose Vise
Shop Equipment

Multi-Purpose Vise

June 17, 2022
The Ken-Tool Multi-Purpose Vise features two sets of jaws for fast clamping on workpieces. The 5" wide jaws are made of No. 45 carbon steel, heat treated with precision machined...
Ken-Tool Industrial Duty Bench Vise
Hand Tools

Industrial Duty Bench Vise

June 17, 2022
The Ken-Tool Industrial Duty Bench Vise is made from high-strength Austempered ductile iron, providing durability and long-life use. Its micro-grooved, replaceable steel jaws ...
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Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken-Tool announces video contest to promote breast cancer awareness

Oct. 1, 2019
Ken-Tool will offer only pink-colored T45A tire irons for sale through their distribution channel from October 1 through October 31.
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Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Mega AirBlast Bead Seater, No. 31445

Sept. 25, 2019
The Ken-Tool Mega AirBlast Bead Seater, No. 31445, features push-button technology to allow for quicker release of air, along with a digital gauge with backlight capability. Its...
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Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Balancing Beads for Trucks

Oct. 11, 2018
The Ken-Tool Balancing Beads for Trucks are designed to balance not only the tire and wheel, but the complete axle end and all the moving components of the wheel assembly. The...
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Industry News

Ken-Tool introduces balancing beads for trucks

Oct. 9, 2018
The Ken-Tool Balancing Beads are designed to balance the complete axle end and all moving components of the wheel assembly.
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Wrenches

Stow & Go Heavy Duty Wrench, No. 35636

Sept. 5, 2018
The Ken-Tool Stow & Go Heavy Duty Wrench, No. 35636, offers user convenience with a fold away design that allows the wrench to be stowed in a trunk, toolbox or behind a seat when...
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Chassis / Suspension / Steering

HexChex Multi-Size Loose Wheel Nut Indicators

Aug. 8, 2018
The Ken-Tool HexChex Multi-Size Loose Wheel Nut Indicators offer a wide application coverage in only four SKUs to help cut inventory costs. These SKUs cover 31 lug nut sizes from...

Articles & News

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Tool Distributor

15 new tire and wheel service tools and equipment for automotive technicians

From automatic tire inflators to wheel aligners and more, there are loads of new tire and wheel service tools and equipment to check out!
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Tool Reviews

Tool Review: Ken-Tool Heavy Duty Universal Weight Hammer

Feb. 12, 2015
Reviewer appreciates the weight of the hammer, its soft face and its versatility.
Remove dual steel wheels that are rusted or stuck together with the Ken-Tool Dual Wheel Separator Kit.
Ask the Expert and Tech Tips

Ask the Expert: How can I quickly and safely separate and remove steel dual wheels that are rusted together?

April 5, 2013
Tools to assist with removing steel dual wheels that are rusted together, or stuck to the wheel hub.

Videos & Resources

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VIDEO: Ken-Tool 100-year anniversary

June 5, 2020
In this video, Ken-Tool provides an overview of the company's history to celebrate their 100-year anniversary.
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Diagnostics and Drivability

VIDEO: Ken-Tool Rust Hog quick demo

Feb. 7, 2018
A quick demonstration of the Ken-Tool Rust Hog removing rust and debris from the mating surface of a steel hub & brake rotor and the mating surface of an aluminum wheel.
VIDEO: Ken-Tool Blue Cobra Demount Tool Tips and Troubleshooting
Diagnostics and Drivability

VIDEO: Ken-Tool Blue Cobra Demount Tool Tips and Troubleshooting

March 23, 2016
Here is a quick demonstration explaining some of the finer points of how the Blue Cobra works. Some of the common user errors and frustrations for first-time users attempting ...
Ken-Tool Shark Fin Dual Wheel Separation Bag power test Video
Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken-Tool Shark Fin Dual Wheel Separation Bag power test Video

Jan. 15, 2016
This video shows the simulated wheel corrosion that Ken-Tool used to test its Shark Fin separation bag.
Ken-Tool Shark Fin Dual Wheel Separation Bag Video
Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken-Tool Shark Fin Dual Wheel Separation Bag Video

Oct. 29, 2015
A product test and demonstration of Ken-Tool's Shark Fin Dual Wheel Separation Bag. The bag is rated to 150 psi, applies 2.5 tons of pressing force at 90 psi.
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The Garage

Ken-Tool's Industrial Wheel Lock Ring Tool Set Video

Feb. 24, 2014
Having the right tool does make a difference. Removing and replacing lock rings on multi-piece industrial wheels presents its own set of unique problems -- these tools are specifically...
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Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken-Tool's Earthmover Tire Inflation Cage Video

Feb. 24, 2014
This video shows the OSHA Certification explosion testing of the Ken-Tool's tire inflation cage that is designed for large Earthmover and Agricultural tires.
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Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken Tool's reCore TPMS Sensor Saver System Video

Feb. 24, 2014
A demonstration of Ken Tool's reCore TPMS Sensor Saver System.
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Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken-Tool Dual Wheel Separator Video

April 5, 2013
Ken-Tool offers the Dual Wheel Separator, a tool for separating stuck steel truck and trailer wheels.
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The Garage

Ken-Tool: How to Properly Use Bead Holders on a 21L-24 Backhoe Tire and Wheel

March 9, 2012
This video shows a 21L-24 R-4 backhoe tire being mounted on a Caterpillar wheel using Ken-Tool's brass bead holding devices (No. 31710). The bead holders keep the bead from slipping...

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Ask the Expert and Tech Tips

Ask the Expert: I’ve balanced my tire and wheel assembly, so why do I still have vibration and tire wear?

June 3, 2020
Over time, on hub-piloted wheel assemblies, the pads on the hub can lose tolerances originally intended from the factory, allowing for an offset between the wheel and the hub ...
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Ask the Expert and Tech Tips

Ask the Expert: Why is it when I use valve extensions, my tires lose air after a while?

June 3, 2020
Traditional valve extensions are either rigid, chrome-plated brass tubes or braided stainless steel and rubber extensions. In either case, over time, a leak can occur.
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Ask the Expert and Tech Tips

Ask the Expert: Should I bolt down my tire safety cages?

June 3, 2020
All tire inflation cages must be free-standing and never anchored to a floor, or even a portable surface.
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Home

Pilot Sleeve

July 26, 2018
The Ken-Tool Pilot Sleeve is a line of wheel centering sleeves for steel or aluminum commercial truck steer wheels, drive wheels and inside/outside dual wheels which use two-piece...
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Blogs

Why finding and using the right tool matters

Feb. 3, 2017
Everyday work of a technician can be labor intensive and consist of long hours, but with the help of the right tool, work can go more smoothly.
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Home

Rust Hog, No. 20167

Jan. 12, 2017
The Ken-Tool Rust Hog, No. 20167, is an abrasive tool that removes surface rust and debris on studs and flat mating surfaces of wheels, wheel hubs and brake rotor hats. The Rust...
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Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Tire Valve Installation Tool, No. 29850

Feb. 24, 2016
The Ken-Tool Tire Valve Installation Tool, No. 29850, assists with snap-in rubber tire valve stems for automotive, light truck and trailer wheels. The tool is made from cadmium...
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Brake Service and Tools

Drum Air Brake Slack Adjusters

Jan. 25, 2016
The Ken-Tool Drum Air Brake Slack Adjusters fit Meritor, Haldex and Bendix air braking systems. The steel tools, available separately, offer an offset reversible ratchet design...
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Tool Accessories

Truck Axle Nut Socket

Jan. 12, 2016
The Ken-Tool Line of Truck Axle Nut Sockets, made for the most common truck axle retainer nuts in today’s market, are made in the U.S.A. and cold pressed from high-quality, tool...
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The Garage

Ken-Tool introduces truck axle nut sockets

Dec. 9, 2015
Ken-Tool has announced introduction of a series of sockets designed for removal and installation of axle nuts for the most common truck axle retainer nuts in today’s market.
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Tool Accessories

5-pc MorTorq socket tool set, No. 30260

Nov. 20, 2015
The Ken-Tool 5-pc MorTorq socket tool set, No. 30260, designed for use on MorTorq fasteners, offers a “spiral drive” fastener design where the driver engages into the four curved...
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Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Shark Fin Dual Wheel Separation Bag, No. 34555

Oct. 29, 2015
The Ken-Tool Shark Fin Dual Wheel Separation Bag, No. 34555, is a rubber coated, Kevlar bag that uses air pressure to create 5,000 lbs of force to separate and remove stuck dual...
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Wrenches

8-in-1 Wrench

July 23, 2015
The Ken-Tool 8-in-1 Wrench, available in SAE or Metric versions, delivers strength, versatility and convenience in a 7-1/2", 12 oz slim-profile tool. The wrench is fabricated ...
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Tire and Wheel Large Equipment

17.5 Sidewinder Kit, No. 35459

May 18, 2015
The Ken-Tool 17.5 Sidewinder Kit, No. 35459, contains five tools designed to allow a single technician to demount and mount 17-1/2" diameter truck tires. The 17.5 Sidewinder Demount...
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The Garage

Ken-Tool releases 17.5 Sidewinder Kit

May 18, 2015
The company says this tool is a complete solution for mounting and demounting 17.5" tires.
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Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Utility Tire Cage, No. 36000

April 9, 2015
The Ken-Tool Utility Tire Cage, No. 36000, is designed for tires for turf care equipment, golf carts, all-terrain vehicles and personal mobility scooters, which are too small ...
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Product Guide

T38B Metric Valve Breaker, No. 35938

Jan. 20, 2015
The Ken-Tool T38B Metric Valve Breaker, No. 35938, is designed to remove corroded valve stems quickly from smaller 10mm valve stem holes, which are common on heavy duty aluminum...
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Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Automotive Wheel Weight Hammer, No. 35361

Jan. 5, 2015
The Ken-Tool Automotive Wheel Weight Hammer, No. 35361, is designed to install and remove clip-on wheel weights for automotive and light duty trucks. The hammer is 11.5" (29cm...
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Chassis / Suspension / Steering

Pro Super Hub-Shark wheel bearing press

Dec. 23, 2014
The Ken Tool Pro Super Hub-Shark wheel bearing press allows users to replace front wheel bearings on front-wheel-drive vehicles without removing the steering knuckle from the ...
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Tire and Wheel Large Equipment

Deluxe Blue Cobra Truck Tire Service Set, No. 35444

Nov. 19, 2014
The Ken-Tool Deluxe Blue Cobra Truck Tire Service Set, No. 35444, includes the Blue Cobra Demount Tool, the C-Lok Bead Holder, the Euro Paste tire lubricant and the Leather Rim...
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Engine and Powertrain

ValveCapperPRO, No. 29999

Oct. 27, 2014
The Ken-Tool ValveCapperPRO, No. 2999, is four tools in one including a valve cap screw remover and installer, and a valve core remover and installer. The ValveCapperPRO weighs...
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Tools

Heavy Duty Universal Wheel Weight Hammer, No. 35359

June 24, 2014
The Ken-Tool Heavy Duty Universal Wheel Weight Hammer, No. 35359, is designed to install and remove larger clip-on wheel weighs for heavy duty trucks ranging in wheel diameter...
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Service Repair

Ken-Tool's reCore TPMS sensor saver system wins award

Oct. 22, 2013
More than 100 products vie for recognition.
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Chassis / Suspension / Steering

Professional Super Single Axle Drain Pan No. 30600

Sept. 1, 2013
The Ken-Tool 30600 Professional Super Single Axle Drain Pan solves a problem of gear oil and grease drips and leaks on wheels and tires, and shop floors when servicing the drive...
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Shop Equipment

5-bar Super Magnum Tire Cage, No. 36010

Aug. 1, 2013
Ken-Tool's 5-bar Super Magnum Tire Cage, No. 36010, reduces the side-force energy resulting from a catastrophic sidewall zipper rupture of a Super Wide-Base tire by 93 percent...
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Suspension and Steering Service Tools

Industrial Wheel Lock Ring Tool Set, No. 32129

May 14, 2013
The American-made Industrial Wheel Lock Ring Tool Set, No. 32129, from Ken-Tool helps tire technicians safely and quickly remove and replace split lock rings on multi-piece industrial...
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Product Guide

2 to 7-bar tire inflation restraining devices

May 2, 2013
Ken-Tool's 2 to 7-bar tire inflation restraining devices come tested and certified to address higher, 130-psi inflation pressure levels. This tire cage is the first in the industry...
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Tools

T131 Utility Tire Pneumatic Bead Expander, No. 31431

Dec. 11, 2012
Ken-Tool's T131 Utility Tire Pneumatic Bead Expander, No. 31431, makes it easier for 10" to 22" diameter utility tires to seat on the rim. The tool weighs only 2 lbs and uses ...
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Tools

T45AS super duty tubeless truck tire iron, No. 34649

Nov. 16, 2012
Ken-Tool's T45AS super duty tubeless truck tire iron, No. 34649, has proprietary heat treated ends delivering a slip-free grip on the rim and bead to facilitate mounting and demounting...
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Tool Accessories

7-Piece Thin-Wall Impact Socket Set

Oct. 25, 2012
Ken-Tool's 7-Piece Thin-Wall Impact Socket Set can be used on delicate car and light truck wheels with minimal lug nut clearance. The set comes with seven 6-point sockets, color...
4-Piece H.D. Wheel Stud Remover Set
Suspension and Steering Service Tools

4-Piece H.D. Wheel Stud Remover Set

Oct. 25, 2012
The Ken-Tool 4-Piece H.D. Wheel Stud Remover Set feature internal tapered reverse threads that lock onto damaged studs or nuts, so technicians can remove them with an impact wrench...
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Suspension and Steering Service Tools

4-Piece Lug Nut Remover Impact Socket Set

Oct. 25, 2012
The Ken-Tool 4-Piece Lug Nut Remover Impact Socket Set has internal tapered reverse threads that lock onto damaged nuts or wheel locks and easily tap the power of an impact wrench...
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Suspension and Steering Service Tools

Dual wheel separator

Oct. 25, 2012
The Ken-Tool dual wheel separator helps remove stuck or frozen dual steel wheels more quickly. This tool can be used on nearly any dual steel wheel truck, bus or van, according...
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Suspension and Steering Service Tools

reCore TPMS Sensor Saver System

Oct. 25, 2012
The Ken-Tool reCore TPMS Sensor Saver System addresses the issue of valve stem failure, caused by galvanic corrosion, on TPMS sensors. The kit includes 12 TPMS reCore sensor savers...
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Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken-Tool introduces the Blue Cobra Truck Tire Service Kit

July 26, 2012
Truck tire demount/mount equipment in one package
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Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Blue Cobra truck tire service set No. PN 35442

July 17, 2012
The Ken-Tool Blue Cobra Truck Tire Service Set, No. 35442, features the company's Blue Cobra Truck Tire Demount Tool (No. 35440) and includes six other needed components to service...
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Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

Mega AirBlast Bead Seater, No. 31444

June 28, 2012
The Ken-Tool Mega AirBlast Bead Seater, No. 31444, is designed to properly and efficiently seat the bead of tubeless tires to the rim. The tool uses pressurized air to uniformly...
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Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

ValveCapper No. 29995

May 24, 2012
Ken-Tool offers the No. 29995 ValveCapper tool, a 2-in-1 product to remove tire valve stem caps, especially on the difficult to reach inner dual valve stems. It also can quickly...
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Specialty Tools

Strap Winder tool No. 39760

May 7, 2012
Ken-Tool releases the unique, patented Strap Winder tool, No. 39760. Over-the-road truckers will find the Strap Winder tool to be time saving and very useful to secure nylon straps...
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Service Repair

Ken-Tool releases OSHA tire mount/dismount safety posters

March 14, 2012
Three new charts define proper servicing procedures for single and multi-piece truck wheel and tire assemblies.
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Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken-Tool's Super Serpent Tire Tool dismounts a 21L-24 backhoe tire Video

March 9, 2012
Ken-Tool's Super Serpent dismounting tool (No. 35448) makes short work of removing a 21L-24 R-4 backhoe tire from a Caterpillar wheel. Who says this is a difficult task?
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The Garage

Ken-Tool: 21L-24 Backhoe Tire Being Mounted Using Super Serpent Mounting Tool

March 9, 2012
Here is a video showing how quickly and easily a 21L-24 R-4 backhoe tire can be mounted on a Caterpillar wheel using Ken-Tool's Super Serpent tire tool (No. 35447). Using the ...
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The Garage

Ken-Tool: Tire Bars for 19.5" Tires and Wheels Video

March 9, 2012
This video features Ken-Tool's "Nineteen-Five" tire bars mounting and demounting a 19.5 TOYO tire on an aluminum wheel. The TOYO is a size 245/70R19.5 with an "H" load rating....
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The Garage

Ken-Tool IronMan Wheel Lifting Bar

March 9, 2012
This is a demo of Ken-Tool's new IronMan ergonomic wheel lifting bar used on a 11R22.5 truck tire. It is a simple, inexpensive and easy to use tool that may substantially reduce...
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The Garage

Ken-Tool's new Nineteen-Five tool set

March 9, 2012
This is Brian Boyte of Millersburg Tire Service in Millersburg, OH, showing us how he uses Ken-Tool's new Nineteen-Five tire bars for 19.5" tires.
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Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken-Tool's Blue Cobra Demounts Four Truck Tires Video

March 9, 2012
The Blue Cobra truck tire demounting tool offers a golden value but at a reasonable price! Use it for demounting nearly any 22.5" or 24.5" tubeless truck tire.
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Diagnostics and Drivability

Ken-Tool's newest bead keeper

March 9, 2012
--made from Aluminum and designed to hold!
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Specialty Tools

13-piece Wheel Cover and Wheel Lock Removal Tool Kit, No. 30171

Jan. 25, 2012
Ken-Tool offers the 13-pc Wheel Cover and Wheel-Lock removal kit, No. 30171, for Ford, Chrysler and GM vehicles. These tools also covers standard and oversized OEM and aftermarket...
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Suspension and Steering Service Tools

Impact Separator Tool No. T39B

July 18, 2011
Ken-Tool has released its T39B Impact Separator tool for use in suspension service situations. The T39B uses a proven slide-ram design to remove ball joints, tie rod ends and ...