3/4 ton hubcap tool?? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Lee H · 12-03-2013, 01:59 PM

A while ago there was a thread that had a picture of a tool that was described as a 3/4 ton hubcap tool. Apparently these where included in the 3/4 ton tool pouch? Does anyone have any info or pictures of this tool? Thanks, Lee

Lee H · 12-03-2013, 02:07 PM

Found it, now to find one. Firstowner69 posted it in a different thread.

*Mister-B* · 12-03-2013, 02:23 PM

The original tool would be nice to have to complete the set, but in all honesty, is likely to scratch your steelies up and bend your caps. This is what I use, and I even wrap a rag around that. You can get it at harbor freight for almost nothing

**FirstOwner69** · 12-03-2013, 02:28 PM

Actually, it has never damaged my caps. As Mister-B suggested, I do seem to recall putting a rag where it contacts the wheel. The cupped end goes under the hubcap lip.The one Mister-B pictured should work just as well, or better. However, if you are a purist, you probably want the original. Just a case of functionality vs. originality.

Lee H · 12-03-2013, 07:10 PM

I have a tool similar to the one AJ pictured that I use, however I do want an original tool for the bag.

Sicklajoie · 12-03-2013, 07:18 PM

This is what I have. It works well.
http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...FQNqfgodWRQAWA

**leddzepp** · 12-03-2013, 08:09 PM

I have an original, but prefer the type Mister-B has pictured above.

**LockDoc** · 12-03-2013, 08:59 PM

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Here is the style that came in my one owner '71 3/4 ton. It is wider and has just a slight curve to it.

LockDoc

**FirstOwner69** · 12-03-2013, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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Here is the style that came in my one owner '71 3/4 ton. It is wider and has just a slight curve to it.

LockDoc

Looks longer than mine pictured above too. Is that correct? Interesting.

**LockDoc** · 12-03-2013, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

Looks longer than mine pictured above too. Is that correct? Interesting.

I think this one is original to the truck but I can't prove it. It was in the tool bag with the other tools... I think I have another one like it I took out of another truck. If I can remember I will measure it in the morning.

LockDoc

**FirstOwner69** · 12-03-2013, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

I think this one is original to the truck but I can't prove it. It was in the tool bag with the other tools... I think I have another one like it I took out of another truck. If I can remember I will measure it in the morning.

LockDoc

I know mine is original unless it was changed at the dealersip before I bought the truck. I wouldn't be surprised if it was a running change or from a different supplier. There are so many things that changed from year to year, but very few folks think about that.

Lee H · 12-03-2013, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

I know mine is original unless it was changed at the dealersip before I bought the truck. I wouldn't be surprised if it was a running change or from a different supplier. There are so many things that changed from year to year, but very few folks think about that.

Yup, Not only year to year but supplier to supplier. And most suppliers had a slightly different sheen of paint, some sprayed the parts and some dipped the parts.

**leddzepp** · 12-03-2013, 11:34 PM

I have also come across the one Leon has pictured. Interestingly enough it too came from a 71 C-20.

**LockDoc** · 12-04-2013, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

Looks longer than mine pictured above too. Is that correct? Interesting.

The style Scott & I posted pictures of is 23 inches long.

LockDoc

**FirstOwner69** · 12-05-2013, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

The style Scott & I posted pictures of is 23 inches long.

LockDoc

From the picture I posted above mine appears to be about 17-1/2". I don't have it here to double check. I bet it's a different supplier. Mine's a Fremont truck built during Dec., 1968.

**LockDoc** · 12-05-2013, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by FirstOwner69

From the picture I posted above mine appears to be about 17-1/2". I don't have it here to double check. I bet it's a different supplier. Mine's a Fremont truck built during Dec., 1968.

Looks like my '71 might be a Janesville truck.

LockDoc

**FirstOwner69** · 12-05-2013, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

Looks like my '71 might be a Janesville truck.

LockDoc

You gotta love these mysteries. Reminds me of my Corvette restoration project!

Lee H · 05-29-2014, 09:49 AM

Still looking for one of these tools. Prefer the 23" tool. Thanks, Lee.

**special-K** · 05-29-2014, 01:28 PM

I have the longer one,but never use it. The best tool ever for removing hubcaps is what I call a lamb's paw. Most carpenters call them cat's paws (although cats have more than two toes) and everyone knows them as nail pullers. They fit in that narrow space between the hubcaps and rim. With the slightest motion the hubcaps pop right off. I use a rag to protect the wheel and have never put a mark on a hubcap.

12-03-2013, 01:59 PM	#1
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	3/4 ton hubcap tool?? A while ago there was a thread that had a picture of a tool that was described as a 3/4 ton hubcap tool. Apparently these where included in the 3/4 ton tool pouch? Does anyone have any info or pictures of this tool? Thanks, Lee __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

12-03-2013, 02:07 PM	#2
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? Found it, now to find one. Firstowner69 posted it in a different thread. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

12-03-2013, 02:23 PM	#3
Mister-B Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 3,331	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? The original tool would be nice to have to complete the set, but in all honesty, is likely to scratch your steelies up and bend your caps. This is what I use, and I even wrap a rag around that. You can get it at harbor freight for almost nothing

12-03-2013, 02:28 PM	#4
FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,852	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? Actually, it has never damaged my caps. As Mister-B suggested, I do seem to recall putting a rag where it contacts the wheel. The cupped end goes under the hubcap lip.The one Mister-B pictured should work just as well, or better. However, if you are a purist, you probably want the original. Just a case of functionality vs. originality.

12-03-2013, 07:10 PM	#5
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? I have a tool similar to the one AJ pictured that I use, however I do want an original tool for the bag. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

12-03-2013, 07:18 PM	#6
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,499	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? This is what I have. It works well. http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...FQNqfgodWRQAWA __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

12-03-2013, 08:09 PM	#7
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? I have an original, but prefer the type Mister-B has pictured above. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

12-03-2013, 08:59 PM	#8
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,774	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? - Here is the style that came in my one owner '71 3/4 ton. It is wider and has just a slight curve to it. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

12-03-2013, 11:34 PM	#13
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? I have also come across the one Leon has pictured. Interestingly enough it too came from a 71 C-20. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

05-29-2014, 09:49 AM	#18
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? Still looking for one of these tools. Prefer the 23" tool. Thanks, Lee. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

05-29-2014, 01:28 PM	#19
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 3/4 ton hubcap tool?? I have the longer one,but never use it. The best tool ever for removing hubcaps is what I call a lamb's paw. Most carpenters call them cat's paws (although cats have more than two toes) and everyone knows them as nail pullers. They fit in that narrow space between the hubcaps and rim. With the slightest motion the hubcaps pop right off. I use a rag to protect the wheel and have never put a mark on a hubcap. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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