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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.
    31445 Mega Air Blast
    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...
    Micro Beads 300dpi
    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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    15 new tire and wheel service tools and equipment for automotive technicians

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Aug. 10, 2022
    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

    Mike Schmidt
    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.
    A close-up of the a tool from the Ken-Tool reCore kit.

    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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    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

    Elizabeth Holston
    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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    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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    5-bar Super Magnum Tire Cage, No. 36010.
    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...
    Industrial Wheel Lock Ring Tool Set, No. 32129
    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 ...
    T45AS super duty tubeless truck tire iron, No. 34649
    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 ...