Manufacturer | ARES |
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Brand | ARES |
Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 9.5 x 1.4 x 4.2 inches |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Item model number | 8542041400 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Manufacturer Part Number | 70191 |
ARES 70191 - Brake Spring Compressor Tool - Provides Leverage to Remove and Install Stubborn Hold-Down Springs of Drum Brakes
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- SPECIFICATIONS: Our Brake Spring Compressor tool provides the leverage needed to easily remove and install stubborn drum brake shoe retaining spring washers up to 7/8 inches in diameter.
- DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS: This Brake Spring Tool features a comfortable handle and a fluted socket for maximum gripping force, so you can firmly secure the drum brake hold down springs.
- FRUSTRATION FREE: Our brake spring tool's design makes the removal and replacement of backing plate springs, cups, and pins easy, so you can get the job done quickly and easily.
- RELIABLE | EFFECTIVE | EFFICIENT: Users trust ARES to be quality tools. You are backed by our Performance Assurance Limited Lifetime Warranty. If you have any issues with your ARES Brake Spring Compressor Tool, simply contact customer service for troubleshooting help, parts, replacement, or refund.
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Product Description
2L Manual Brake Fluid Bleeder | 1L Vacuum Brake Fluid Bleeder | 4L Manual Brake Fluid Pressure Bleeder Set | 1L Brake Bleeding Fluid Reservoir Bottle | Universal Master Cylinder Adapter | 12-Piece Master Cylinder Adapter Kit | |
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SKU | 70921 | 70923 | 18053 | 18052 | 18035 | 18007 |
Includes | Manual Brake Fluid Pressure Bleeder and 42mm adapter | Vacuum Brake Fluid Bleeder | Includes 1 pc. Manual Brake Fluid Pressure Bleeder, 1 pc. Reservoir bottle, and 1 pc. adapter | This reservoir bottle comes with a hanging hook and chain | Includes 1pc. Universal Master Cylinder Adapter | One rectangular adapter for Chrysler and GM vehicles, one adapter for Toyota and Lexus vehicles and ten round adapters with the following internal diameter sizes: 29mm, 34.5mm, 42mm, 43.5mm, 47mm, 49.5mm, 50.7mm, 56mm and 74mm. |
Capacity | 2 Liter | 1 Liter | 4L Bleeder and 1L Reservoir | 1 Liter | ||
Manual Design | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
Hands-Free Design | ✓ | |||||
Compatible With | ARES 18007, 18000, 18002, 18003, 18004, 18005, 18006, 18054, 18057, 18035 | ARES 18007, 18000, 18002, 18003, 18004, 18005, 18006, 18054, 18057, 18035 | ARES 70921 and 18051 | ARES 70921, 18051, and 18053 | ARES 70921, 18051, and 18053 | |
Applications | Included adapter works with most master cylinder reservoirs, including: Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, SAAB, VW, Volvo, Chrysler Crossfire, Daewoo, Late Model Fords, Kia, some Mazda and Mini | Flush and refill your entire disc or drum brake system | Included adapter works with most European master cylinder reservoirs, including: Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, SAAB, VW, Volvo, Chrysler Crossfire, Daewoo, Late Model Fords, Kia, some Mazda and Mini | Whether you're working with disc or drum brakes, this reservoir will safely collect the old fluid for easy disposal. | Fits any master cylinder opening between 1 and 2.76 inches in internal diameter. Adjustable wings extend from 4.5 to 7.1 inches across. Height adjusts between 3.54 and 3.78 inches. Expand the distance between the wings and cone up to 0.56 inches. | Applications include: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, late model GM, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, Late model Ford, Kia, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, Subaru, Toyota, Lexus, Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes, Porsche, Saab, VW, Volvo, and more. |
3L Manual Brake Fluid Pressure Bleeder Set | 1L Brake Bleeding Fluid Reservoir Bottle | 9-Piece Master Cylinder Adapter Set | 4-Piece Master Cylinder Adapter Set | Universal Master Cylinder Adapter | 1L Brake Bleed Reservoir Bottle with Check Valve | |
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SKU | 18036 | 18037 | 18038 | 18046 | 18034 | 18071 |
Includes | Includes 1 pc. Manual Brake Fluid Pressure Bleeder, 1 pc. Reservoir bottle, and 1 pc. Adapter | Includes 1 pc. Brake Bleeding Fluid Reservoir with Hanging Hook | Includes 1pc. Adapter for GM & Chevrolet, 1pc. 42mm Adapter, 1pc. 34mm Adapter, 1pc. 56mm Adapter, 1pc. 46.5 x 3.5 threaded Adapter, 1pc. 36mm Adapter, 1pc. 24mm Adapter, 1pc. 30mm Adapter, and 1pc. M79.5 x P3.0 Adapter | Includes 1pc. Universal Adapter with Chain, 1pc. M79.5 x P3.0 Threaded Adapter, 1pc. M33 3-Pin Adapter, and 1pc. Standard European Adapter | Includes 1 pc. Universal Master Cylinder Adapter | Includes 1 pc. Brake bleed reservoir bottle with check valve |
Capacity | 3L Bleeder with 1L Reservoir Bottle | 1L | 1L | |||
Compatible With | ARES 18037, 18038, 18046, 18034 | ARES 18036 | ARES 18036 | ARES 18036 | ARES 18036 | Alone or with any ARES Brake Bleeder systems |
Applications | Included adapter works with most European master cylinder reservoirs, including: Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, SAAB, VW, Volvo, Chrysler Crossfire, Daewoo, Late Model Fords, Kia, some Mazda and Mini | Rubber connector fits over most bleeder screws | Compatible with 92% of master cylinder reservoirs from model years 2000-2020, including GM, Chevy, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Toyota, Ford, Hyundai, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Honda, Suzuki, Volvo S40/V40 2000-2004, and many European makes | Adapters are compatible with Audi, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Volvo, Fiat, Citroen, Alfa Romeo, Opel, Peugeot, & Renault | Fits any master cylinder opening between 1 and 2.76 inches in internal diameter. Adjustable wings extend from 4.5 to 7.1 inches across. Height of the adapter adjusts from 3.54 and 3.78 inches. Distance between wings and cone expands up to 0.56 inches | Safely collects old fluid from disc or drum brakes for easy disposal. Use this reservoir on its own or with our ARES 18051 4L Manual Brake Fluid Bleeder for best results. |
2L Pneumatic Vacuum Brake Bleeder / Extractor Set | 3-Piece Power Steering Bleeder Adapter Kit | 2-Piece Air Brake Automatic Slack Adjuster Release Tool Set | Brake Lining Thickness Gauge (Metal) | 8-Piece Brake Gauge Tool Set | |
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4.3 out of 5 stars
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SKU | 18066 | 18069 | 18070 | 18064 | 70924 |
Includes | 1 pc. 2L capacity vacuum bleeder, 2 pc. Bleed and extractor hoses, and 1 pc. 1L reservoir bottle | 1 pc. Adapter compatible with Ford, 1 pc. Adapter compatible with GM, and 1 pc. Universal rubber cone adapter | 1 pc. Fork end release tool and 1 pc. 5/16-inch double square reversible ratcheting wrench | Sizes: 2mm (0.0787"), 3mm (0.1181"), 4mm (0.1575"), 5mm (0.1969"), 6mm (0.2362"), 8mm (0.3150"), 10mm (0.3937"), and 12mm (0.4724") | Sizes: 2mm (0.0787"), 3mm (0.1181"), 4mm (0.1575"), 5mm (0.1969"), 6mm (0.2362"), 8mm (0.3150"), 10mm (0.3937"), and 12mm (0.4724") |
Quality | The 40-inch silicon hose features a universal rubber bleed nipple adapter that allows you to bleed the brake system of any automobile. The extractor hose has a rigid end tip, perfect for extracting a variety of fluids with the reservoir bottle. | Adapters include an inline barbed connection for standard 1/4-inch internal diameter hose, allowing each to create an airtight seal in the neck of the power steering pump reservoir for simple air evacuation. | These tools are made of durable carbon steel and feature oversized double injection handles, designed to offer increased comfort, grip, and leverage for an easier service job from start to finish. | Constructed of 20-gauge sheet metal with a corrosion resistant powder coat and held together by a heavy-duty pivot screw rivet. Each gauge is also color coded by size, allowing for simple measurement and identification. | Constructed of 20-gauge sheet metal with a red, yellow, or green durable powder coat for easy identification. |
Features | The pneumatic bleeder attaches to shop air compressors for quick and easy vacuum bleeding from vehicle calipers, while the manual trigger handle locks in the open position for hands free operation at a working pressure of 70-170 psi (5.0-12 bar). | This ARES bleeder adapter set is compatible with any manual vacuum pump on the market. For best results, use only with high quality units. | This set’s fork end tool fits securely under the brake system’s pull pawl, allowing for hands-free operation, and the double square ratcheting wrench provides reversible ratcheting action with an angled head for easier clearance and access. | Set can be used to quickly and easily identify brake lining that needs to be replaced in any vehicle, from light cars and trucks to heavy duty transportation vehicles. | Set can be used to quickly and easily identify brake lining that needs to be replaced in any vehicle, from light cars and trucks to heavy duty transportation vehicles. |
16-Piece Air Powered Brake Caliper Wind Back Tool | 23-Piece Air Powered Brake Caliper Wind Back Tool | Universal Brake Pad Spreader | Heavy Duty Brake Pad Spreader | Brake Pad Spreader | |
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SKU | 18024 | 18023 | 18079 | 18028 | 18014 |
Includes | Set includes a pneumatic compressor tool, 15 drive key disc adapters, and a convenient storage case | Set includes a pneumatic compressor tool, 22 drive key disc adapters, and a convenient storage case | Includes: Universal Brake Pad Spreader | Includes: Heavy Duty Brake Pad Spreader | Includes: 2 pc. disc break pad spreader |
Quality | The quick release button allows you to safely and easily remove it when you're finished while the adapters are magnetic for added security during use and permanently labeled, so you'll always know you have the right size for your vehicle. | The quick release button allows you to safely and easily remove the tool when you're finished while the adapters are magnetic for added security during use and permanently labeled, so you'll always know you have the right size for your vehicle. | Made of carbon steel with black phosphate coating and chrome plating on its center adjuster. | Made of heavy duty steel, it's twice as strong as the average brake pad spreader, and the solid steel swivel joint at the tip lets compress evenly and precisely. | Made of superior-quality Carbon Steel mixed with Chrome Vanadium steel for optimal durability. |
Features | With a maximum working pressure of 114 PSI, the compressor tool features a knurled swivel handle that turns both clockwise and counterclockwise for use on left and righthand threaded pistons. | With a maximum working pressure of 114 PSI, the compressor tool features a knurled swivel handle that turns both clockwise and counterclockwise for use on left and righthand threaded pistons. | This brake pad spreader’s large heavy duty steel plates evenly distribute pressure, spreading pads evenly to prevent damage to both pistons and seals during service, and the hex shank at the center of the tool offers 360-degree access. | Designed for hand use with an ergonomic oversized comfort knob, this versatile heavy duty brake pad spreader can also be used with a 5/16-inch socket adapter for maximum ease of use. | This 2-piece corrosion-resistant hand tool will allow you to apply maximum pressure thanks to the large, ergonomically designed handle and non-slip grip. |
4-Piece Yellow Brake Caliper Hanger Set | 4-Piece Green Brake Caliper Hanger Set | 4-Piece Red Brake Caliper Hanger Set | 4-Piece Orange Brake Caliper Hanger Set | 4-Piece Stainless Steel Brake Caliper Hanger Set | |
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SKU | 18059 | 18060 | 18061 | 18062 | 18063 |
Set Includes | 4pc. Brake Caliper Hangers | 4pc. Brake Caliper Hangers | 4pc. Brake Caliper Hangers | 4pc. Brake Caliper Hangers | 4pc. Brake Caliper Hangers |
Color | Yellow | Green | Red | Orange | Stainless Steel |
High Visibility Finish | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Rubber Tips Protect Finished Surfaces | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Securely Restrains Brake Calipers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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ASIN | B06WGLQG59 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #165,947 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #158 in Brake Repair Brake Adjusting Tools |
Date First Available | February 9, 2017 |
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Customers like the performance, quality and ease of use of the pliers. For example, they mention it works well, is well made and durable. That said, some complain about the size. Opinions are mixed on grip and value.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the pliers. They mention that it is well-made, durable, and easy to use. Some say that the cutout looks effective at allowing them to see the pin. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"Prompt shipping, reasonable price. Well made tool that is more user friendly than the traditional barrel, screw driver handled spring compressor...." Read more
"Looks to be well built but the Hyster E50XN fork lift I was working on had 1 1/8” spring retainer caps and these are probably good for up to about..." Read more
"Why someone else didn't come up with this years ago is beyond me. They are fantastic. My only suggestion would be to dump the spring...." Read more
"good product" Read more
Customers like the performance of the pliers. They mention that it works well, is easy to use, and is a high quality tool. Some say that it's perfect.
"...But they still work wonderfully." Read more
"yes, this tool really work. press it down to compress old, rusty rear brake spring for replacement...." Read more
"This is a universal design that just plain doesn't do well...." Read more
"Works well and is very well made." Read more
Customers find the pliers very easy to use and recommend it to others. They say it makes installing rear brakes a breeze and is a great time saver.
"Prompt shipping, reasonable price. Well made tool that is more user friendly than the traditional barrel, screw driver handled spring compressor...." Read more
"...Amazing how easy the job was with the right tool. If its still too hard to compress and line up go get a spring kit from a different supplier." Read more
"I liked these. Way easier to use than the screwdriver like ones...." Read more
"I like the product! It is very easy to use although I needed it to be smaller to fit through the. Parking brake adjuster hole in the hub." Read more
Customers find the removal of the pliers to be easy.
"It makes removal easy." Read more
"...Removing is easy as you can just blindly turn the tool until the parts align and the retainer comes off...." Read more
"...Makes it easy and quick to remove and install brake shoe retaining springs!" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the pliers. Some say it's a great value, while others say it was a waste of money.
"Prompt shipping, reasonable price. Well made tool that is more user friendly than the traditional barrel, screw driver handled spring compressor...." Read more
"...Got it used it once..... One backing nail and it stripped. Wasted money in my opinion" Read more
"A useful tool to make tricky and dirtyjobs much easier. Goodvalue." Read more
"I wish I had these a long time ago. They are a steal at this price." Read more
Customers are mixed about the grip of the pliers. Some mention that the handle is easy to grip, while others say that the flutes do not have adequate grip against the retaining washer to turn them.
"Good heavy product. Handle was easy for me to grip. Used it on a 1977 Ford Ranchero rear brakes." Read more
"Better at removing springs than installing them. The flutes do not have adequate grip against the retaining washer to turn them during install...." Read more
"Solid well designed tool.Feels good in the grip and saved me some busted knuckles today." Read more
"...Being tapered, it only touches the outside of the clip and does not hold it in place. It (the clip) continued to fall out and slip side to side...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the pliers. They mention that it's too big around to go on the round spring, the retainers are larger than a car, and the outside diameter is big. Some say that the tool is too wide to fit properly and does not fit and grab springs very easily.
"...This tol is the wrong size (to big) ended up using needle nose vice grips...." Read more
"Product is well made. My only issue is it is too big around to go on the round spring...." Read more
"...The tool is too wide too fit properly (for my car)." Read more
"Looks like an outstanding tool... If it were scaled down. Far too large to use on the parking brake retainer springs on a Subaru...." Read more
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