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Custom-sized specifically for trailer axle dust caps, this dust cap driver can be used for installation, removal and servicing trailer hubs without denting the dust caps.
151825 (290-992) Redline Dust Cap Driver Tool
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Today we are going to review the Dust Cap Driver Tool. This tool comes in three different sizes. The one we are going to use today is for dust caps that are 1.986 inches and this is going to be part number 290-991. This is the one we are going to use on the demonstration today but notice the other two part numbers are pretty much identical accept for the diameters. Then we have got the dust cap and we are going to uses the 1.986 diameter and basically all it does is sit in place like that and use a mallet and drive it into the hub. 00:30
Lets use it in actual practice. There are a couple of ways you can do this. You can set it on there maybe give it a couple of taps just to help get it started or you can start the whole way and drive it in. It makes installing the dust cap that easy and you do not have any dents on the outside of the cap as well. With that, that will finish the review of the Dust Cap Driver Tool.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (31 Customer Reviews)
I’m a fleet manager with large company the medium tool is the most used in my fleet 65 trailers we check bearings 1 a month on all trailers that’s a lot of caps off and back on with no damage to cap wow what a tool. THANKS ETRAILER.....
I bought all three sizes. I service a fleet of pickup trailers in the oilfields and after so many hubcaps, you'll look for something to do the job better. Reinstalling an old cap isnt too bad most of the time, new ones are where these tools shine. The majority of new hubcaps will not install easy, without some good heavy persuasion. And its just a sad sight, a bent, bruisied and beat up brand new hubcap. But this tool will make you proud.
I've noticed hammering on hubcaps can lead to them actually falling off down the road (pun). And the other issue is with the cotter pin inside. If the cap is dented badly, it will rub on the cotter pin or grease zerk, if it didn't already break off. Its not easy to cause this but it is possible.
Breakdown of why I bought these:
50% getting so incredibly annoyed that the cap just won't go on and being tempted to use a BFH. 30% because a newly overhauled trailer looked like h-edouble hockey sticks when I got done with it. 20% noticing hammered caps seem to fall off easier, later.
These are extremely well made thus far. I was surprised how nice and heavy they were, no quality skimping here. The cup end is made of a perfect thickness, you could toss this thing around no worries. The shaft is solid or at least thickwalled judging by the weight. And the end is a separate rounded off piece just waiting for the hammer time.
Note, the length I'm not sure on yet. The end sticks out just above the hand when grasping tool. Maybe nice to be an inch longer? Not sure yet.
Other thing I noticed is how close fitting this is. Not a con, but just keep in mind its not gonna be good for installing old beat up caps.
For removing hub caps look into SnapOns GCP10 pliers. Together, these tools are the perfect pair.
This is a very well made tool. I haven't had a chance to use it yet, but I have checked the sizing against a spare 2.44" OD dust cap and it's a perfect fit - just loose enough to not tear up my painted caps but tight enough to put all the force on the flange. The actual depth of the cup is slightly over 1 1/8". A typical 2.44" OD cap is just under 1 1/8".
Mike F - 02/17/2015If you have EVER tried to put a new dust cap on a trailer hub, then you know how hard that can be. For small caps, often a large 12 point socket will work but for a 2.44" cap you need this invaluable tool.
This driver will make the chore of installing dust caps, a snap!! Very fast service! I am very happy!
Richard T - 04/21/2015perfect tool for putting dust caps on. I've tried putting caps on previously and allways end up banging them up. With this tool they went on straight and still look good when your finished. Simple tool, great price.
Great product extremely useful works as stated vital part of my tool kit
these grease cap tools work great! used on my old Plymouth without distorting the grease cap...put it over grease cap and give it a couple of whacks!..a nice tight fit..the bigger ones will work with most other truck, .suv, van grease caps!..a must tool!! Love um!! a great buy and must have!
Excellent product - no more denting the dust caps when installing new ones. Purchased two sizes.
Easy transaction. Prompt delivery. Works exactly as expected!
Phillip - 04/18/2021The tool fits the dust caps nicely and prevents denting them when installing.
The tool worked perfectly without any damage to grease caps. Grease caps fit as they should.
I bought all sizes of this tool. Works great for removal and installation without damaging caps or hubs.
This product is just what I was looking for. I wish I had it in the past, it would have saved me a a lot of money and aggravation. Shipping was really fast too.
great tool! simple idea, but very effective to avoid damage to the hub cover
Product was ok, but regretfully it was too large, which was ok, since a rubber mallet worked great for the seal installation.
This tool was just what I needed, and was unable to locate locally. Arrived promptly, packed well,
Howard H - 06/02/2017Great product at a great price.
Scott P - 01/29/2021bought the complete set of 3 sizes. Time savings worth it!
Good product. Works exactly as it is supposed to and is just as pictured.
Excellent tool and customer service!
Easy to order, fast shipping. Great customer service!
Arrived on time and works perfect. Good seller as always.
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