carb slide snap ring removal tool

[2whldreams]

Trying to remove the snap ring in my CV carburetors resulted in frustration. The good news is Motion Pro (08-0279) offers a tool that will remove the snap ring without potentially damaging the slide. Bad news is the item can sell for as much $25!

[Frank Z.]

http://www.harborfreight.com/5-3-4-q...ers-40696.html

$2.00 ring pliers. Grind the tips to pegs; works like a charm.

[Steve]

or ... Craftsman 5 1/2" needle-nose pliers for $9.

If you do need to grind the tips on these, it's only just a little bit to round off the edges.

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[Guest]

I use HF long needle nose pliers and ground the tips a little.
I've pulled hundreds with them.

[bwringer]

Silly me, I bought the tool. Works great on brake master cylinders, too. Grabs the rings the first time, every time.

I've got tons of homemade tools, but sometimes it's nice to spend the lousy $25 and get a tool I'll use the rest of my life.

[Nessism]

Motion Pro makes the proper tool...http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0279/

[koolaid_kid]

I've tried needle nose pliers, I've tried snap ring pliers. No comparison to the Motion Pro tool. I'd get the real deal in a heartbeat.

[Guest]

Thanks Brian
Your sarcasm actually pi$$ed me off for a second or two.
Good job
It worked.

[subid]

I use hemostats, no grinding necessary

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-5-5-Straight-Hemostat-Forceps-STAINLESS-STEEL-Medical-Dental-Veterinary-/121096470308?hash=item1c31e97f24

[Katarat]

Its a little eassier going back together if you pull the needle down compressing the little spring and clamp it there until you get the snap ring back in. Works for me anyway, your results may vary