Are Special Tools Needed to Attach Wobbler Rollers to a Shaft Using Retaining Rings

Updated 09/28/2016 | Published 09/27/2016

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Question:

do you need a special tool to attach these to the trailer? or do you jus use a pair of channel locks to pinch the metal clips onto the rockers?

asked by: Chris

Expert Reply:

I have tried to use channel locks before and they do not work all that well. You need what are called hog ring pliers such as # PTW88003. These pliers also come with fasteners but for boat trailer rollers you would want to use a retainer ring such as # CE10981 as an example.

expert reply by: Michael H