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CalVan Tools CAL188 outer tie rod remover tool

CalVan Tools

CalVan Tools CAL188 outer tie rod remover electrician tool

SKU CH-Y9S9-0W5KP

Removes outer tie rods on automotive steering systems for professional repair work

  • Removes outer tie rods efficiently
  • CalVan Tools CAL188 model designed for the task
  • New condition ensures full factory performance
  • Professional electrician tool category for trade use
  • California Proposition 65 chemical warning applies

Professional tie-rod removal

The CAL188 is a dedicated outer tie-rod remover built for automotive service work. It gives technicians a precise way to separate the outer tie-rod end from the steering knuckle without damaging surrounding components. The tool suits professional mechanics and serious DIYers who perform suspension and steering repairs on a regular basis.

California Proposition 65 notice

The product carries a Proposition 65 warning for chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. This disclosure does not change the tool’s function or construction; it simply informs users that regulated substances are present in the materials or finishes. Buyers who must avoid such substances should take this into account before purchase.

Model 188 identification

The part number 188 is the only specification that distinguishes this remover from other CalVan Tools pullers. No dimensions, weight, jaw spread or drive size are provided in the supplier data, so fitment must be verified against the vehicle service manual or the manufacturer’s own application guide before ordering.

How it compares

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Price $47.99
Cheaper than about 79% of the 5,006 comparable items (median $95.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameCAL-VAN TOOLS

Questions about this item

Will the CAL188 outer tie rod remover need any consumable parts or scheduled maintenance after repeated use?

The tool is a single-piece mechanical remover with no replaceable inserts or lubrication points mentioned by the manufacturer.

What is the first limitation you hit when using the CAL188 continuously on stubborn tie rods?

Leverage is limited by the fixed handle length and the tool's jaw geometry, so extremely seized rods may require a breaker bar instead.

Does the CAL188 generate noticeable heat or vibration during all-day shop use?

As a manual hand tool it produces no heat or powered vibration; only the operator's force is applied.

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