What size is the K-D 286 hi-offset bleed and adjust wrench?

The K-D 286 fits all brakes and is sized 3/8" and 7/16".

Which K-D bleeder wrench fits GM cars?

The K-D 283 bleeder wrench fits all GM since 1955, plus Lincoln and T-bird 1965, with special offset in 5/16" and 3/8" sizes.

What tool does K-D offer for removing frozen Chevy rear brake drums?

The K-D 284 Chevy Rear Drum Pullers, for prying off frozen drums, 1940 to date — 'Use no heat.'

Which K-D tool is made for Lockheed brake pistons?

The K-D 294 Lockheed Brake Piston Puller, with special design pointed, tempered jaws and sure grip; the 274 Disc Brake Piston Pliers also remove pistons.

What starwheel adjusting tools are listed?

The 287 Starwheel Adjusting Tool (special shape for versatility) and the 295 Starwheel Adjusting Tool for most brakes, especially adapted to Corvair, Tempest, and the Ford line.

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Vintage K-D Tools for Brakes Card - Brake Tool Part Numbers 191-298 List

K-D Tools 'for Brakes' illustrated sales card listing numbered brake service hand tools

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K-D Tools dealer literature card illustrating numbered brake-service hand tools with descriptions.

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This document is a vintage K-D Tools point-of-sale card titled "K-D Tools for Brakes," listing the company's line of brake service tools with line-art illustrations of each tool and short descriptions. Nineteen tools are catalogued by part number: 191 brake cylinder & oil filter wrench (Fords since 1960, plus Renault/Volvo/Opel oil filters), 270 and 280 shoe return spring tools (Lockheed and Bendix), 274 disc brake piston pliers, 281 and 283 bleeder wrenches (English Ford/Volvo; GM since 1955, Lincoln and T-bird 1965), 282 truck brake adjuster, 284 Chevy rear drum pullers (1940 to date), 285 and 297 shoe retaining spring tools, 286 and 291 hi-offset bleed and adjust wrenches (3/8"–7/16" and 1/4"–3/8"), 287 and 295 starwheel adjusting tools (295 adapted to Corvair, Tempest, Ford), 292 Chrysler hand brake adjusting tool, 293 Lockheed "C" washer pliers, 294 Lockheed brake piston puller, 296 brake piston clamps, and 298 spring pliers with socket end for Bendix Lockheed. A boxed note offers a free complete K-D catalog through the reader's jobber. A reader learns the K-D part numbers, wrench sizes, and vehicle applications for period drum and early disc brake service tools.

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Frequently asked questions

What size is the K-D 286 hi-offset bleed and adjust wrench?: The K-D 286 fits all brakes and is sized 3/8" and 7/16".
Which K-D bleeder wrench fits GM cars?: The K-D 283 bleeder wrench fits all GM since 1955, plus Lincoln and T-bird 1965, with special offset in 5/16" and 3/8" sizes.
What tool does K-D offer for removing frozen Chevy rear brake drums?: The K-D 284 Chevy Rear Drum Pullers, for prying off frozen drums, 1940 to date — 'Use no heat.'
Which K-D tool is made for Lockheed brake pistons?: The K-D 294 Lockheed Brake Piston Puller, with special design pointed, tempered jaws and sure grip; the 274 Disc Brake Piston Pliers also remove pistons.
What starwheel adjusting tools are listed?: The 287 Starwheel Adjusting Tool (special shape for versatility) and the 295 Starwheel Adjusting Tool for most brakes, especially adapted to Corvair, Tempest, and the Ford line.

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