Does this have to be turned with your hands only or can you put a wrench on it or some type of bar thru it to increase leverage?
2079178
It is designed for hands only, it's large enough for leverage. The reason you should not add a wrench to increase leverage is because the body handle is made out of plastic; you may deform the tool. If the faucet pieces are so tight that you need a wrench you may need to cut instead and remove the whole thing in order to replace it. I've come across some really old sinks but I was able to remove and exchange whatever I was going to replace, including the whole faucet. It's a nice tool, except for the plastic part, but I recommend it. It will save you a lot of time and frustration in close spaces. It is designed for hands only, it's large enough for leverage. The reason you should not add a wrench to increase leverage is because the body handle is made out of plastic; you may deform the tool. If the faucet pieces are so tight that you need a wrench you may need to cut instead and remove the whole thing in order to replace it. I've come across some really old sinks but I was able to remove and exchange whatever I was going to replace, including the whole faucet. It's a nice tool, except for the plastic part, but I recommend it. It will save you a lot of time and... » Read More It is designed for hands only, it's large enough for leverage. The reason you should not add a wrench to increase leverage is because the body handle is made out of plastic; you may deform the tool. If the faucet pieces are so tight that you need a wrench you may need to cut instead and remove the whole thing in order to replace it. I've come across some really old sinks but I was able to remove and exchange whatever I was going to replace, including the whole faucet. It's a nice tool, except for the plastic part, but I recommend it. It will save you a lot of time and frustration in close spaces. « Show Less
2079179
im not sure about the wrench, but i can tell u i do not have great strength and this tool was easy to use on my kitchen and bathroom sink faucets
2079180
this was a gift for my son, who is now in Africa. All i can say: he was VERY excited when he got this for Christmas and has since told me he used this tool plumbing "all the time" it works even for other jobs no listed for it". And i can say it is very study and hard. Hope this is helpful.
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It is designed for hands only, it's large enough for leverage. The reason you should not add a wrench to increase leverage is because the body handle is made out of plastic; you may deform the tool. If the faucet pieces are so tight that you need a wrench you may need to cut instead and remove the whole thing in order to replace it. I've come across some really old sinks but I was able to remove and exchange whatever I was going to replace, including the whole faucet. It's a nice tool, except for the plastic part, but I recommend it. It will save you a lot of time and frustration in close spaces.
2081533
you can't, this tool is mainly used for fastening materials together and does not have the torque you need to change a tire
88969
No. This unit works in one direction only. You could actually lower something, but there is no ratchet for that direction, so you would have to be able to handle all the force by hand.
313396
I simply tightened it by twisting handle & had no problem. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
1489547
No it was designed to pull by hand only. With that said I'm sure you could rig something up, but I would not recommend it.
171271
Yes you can, very simply. All you do is twist one way to increase pressure and twist the other way (as if to turn it off) to decrease the pressure. A simple system that works great.
344516
Yes you can either push or pull it. It takes both hands to push if you want to steer it. It helps if you buy some plastic crates, similar to what Wal mart sells you can put two on and stack them. It is very sturdy and I use it to haul rocks for gem shows.
1163781
You twist it counter-clockwise and pull, but as I recall I had to bang it on the floor a few times the first time I extended it. If that doesn't work, I would contact the manufacturer. Good luck.
2271268
You have to push down hard and turn as the same time. It took me a while because I was afraid I would break it. It gets easier the more it is used.
1041059
Yes, you can. It will not fall forward. But sometimes then my hand and tool don't fit.
90887
You must twist and push at the same time. The vise is merely a holder for the drill bit, but it gives you complete control for delicate operations.
534401
I use a cresceent adjustàble wrench. It gives good leverage with one hand as you are pushing the tailstock with the other.
1572433
It does not require much strength to turn the gripper. I have a thin rubber disc that I use to grip the jar, but most of the time I don't need to use anything.
2046954
I'm not sure I understand your question. When it was time to put the handle back on, I positioned it so that it was facing the right direction, then turned the base to tighten. If you are referring to the tool - it's not threaded and works both ways.
521442
Yes. It locks into position, if you lift and wiggle slightly, it lifts up a quarter inch and then you can rotate it. Once in the position you like, you can push it back down to secure it into place.
1859454
The handle is big enough for you to get as much torque as needed without extra leverage. The danger for its intended use is that you can get TOO much torque on that little 3/16" nut and strip the threads. Use blue Locktite on the threads and tighten until snug, just not "a little extra". You will be happy with the results. This is a good tool.
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You will need to adjust the tension in the arms where they pivot. You should be able hold one part of the plastic ring and turn the other. This should loosen/tighten depending on what direction you turn it.Edit - Mine is very smooth and easy to move. Anyone could do it. You may not have to hold part of the plastic but turning that does change the tension.