The Official "What is it?" Thread

[GoMachV]

From using my own tool, which is different, I can only say what I have found those areas useful for:

The squarish areas between shock shaft and ball end, for griping hexes on the top of shocks like AE, although I much prefer my rpm tools

The measuring section with the T shape is for measuring screws. The shape of the screw is like a flathead screw

The circles of diameters I can only assume are for sizing shafts. Not sure why anyone would need that though.

The end of the tool that doesn't close all the way, I would assume are for turnbuckles.

[juicedcoupe]

Does anyone know what all the different functions of this shock shaft tool are??
I understand holding different size shock shafts, and the ball end link on/off function.

But what are all the numbered holes for?
And the numbered longitudinal section with like a "T" shape to it?
And the plier end, which does not close down all the way?
And the two larger openings between the shock shaft and ball end link sections??

Thanks for any advice - I feel like I do not get my money's worth out of this thing!

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They are multi-function pliers. Some of the holes are for measuring ball stud sizes, I recognize several of them from different brands. Others are for holding terminals during soldering, although aluminum isn't the best material for this (it acts like a heat sink during soldering).

I found this for a similar set.

[GoMachV]

Ahh for measuring ball studs, I like that! I couldn't think of a reason for those particular sizes but that totally makes sense now.

[dldiaz]

Thanks everyone!

Yeah, ball stud sizing is cool - so, typical RC10 ball studs are 4.3, right?

[GoMachV]

Yeah, .17" which is real close to 4.3mm