oldnslo's running post of "What the heck is this dang tool for"?

[oldnslo]

Soon to be added, treasures from my recently acquired box' o goodies, that while I can do research and eventually find out what it is on my own, I thought I would tickle the minds of this astute group of what the posted item is used for, because on my initial review of the box contents, it stumped me and I tossed it in a box for later review.

I'll label the pics individually (and post up over the next few days) so you can respond to any pic in any order.

(just in case you were bored out of your mind and wanted to check in over the following days)

[oldnslo]

Up for discussion, is item A. Red handled, could be any brand, no markings. Is built stout, clearly a compression tool, but with that raised plunger, I don't really know what function it performs.

The only clue I can offer, is the former toolbox owner was a auto mechanic, A/C type tools, some exhaust tools, some Kent Moore suspension tools, Mac items (sockets, etc), but thats all I can offer.

Screwdriver shown for size reference.

[oldnslo]

Up for discussion, is item B. No brand name, other than a typical tool warning of "Wear safety glasses", leading me to presume it's an impact tool or bit.

5/8" on the hex size. 9/16" for the spline diameter.

Hmmmm....

[Crispycritter]

Up for discussion, is item B. No brand name, other than a typical tool warning of "Wear safety glasses", leading me to presume it's an impact tool or bit.

5/8" on the hex size. 9/16" for the spline diameter.

Hmmmm....

i have seen bits like this but have no clue what their called sorry . didnt older cars use a bolt to secure seatbelt similar or was that just torx

[goodfellow]

Up for discussion, is item A. Red handled, could be any brand, no markings. Is built stout, clearly a compression tool, but with that raised plunger, I don't really know what function it performs.

The only clue I can offer, is the former toolbox owner was a auto mechanic, A/C type tools, some exhaust tools, some Kent Moore suspension tools, Mac items (sockets, etc), but thats all I can offer.

Screwdriver shown for size reference.

Looks like wiper arm removal pliers.

[goodfellow]

Up for discussion, is item B. No brand name, other than a typical tool warning of "Wear safety glasses", leading me to presume it's an impact tool or bit.

5/8" on the hex size. 9/16" for the spline diameter.

Hmmmm....

Looks like a "Triple Square" driver bit. Mostly used on German cars and trucks

[oldnslo]

Turns out that A are exhaust pipe hanger pliers. Think about that pesky rubber hanger. This pushes the stud out of the rubber. Like this:

I was searching exhaust tools for a pipe spreader and came across the pliers.

[goodfellow]

Turns out that A are exhaust pipe hanger pliers. Think about that pesky rubber hanger. This pushes the stud out of the rubber. Like this:

I was searching exhaust tools for a pipe spreader and came across the pliers.

While I'm not sure about the pliers myself, most of the exhaust hanger pliers I've seen need more reach; hence they have an outwardly curved anvil.
You pliers seem to work on the same principle as the wiper arm removal tools.

[oldnslo]

Up for discussion, is item C, a lot of 3. Different heights, different base diameters. No brand name, other than a typical tool warning around the base (contact area) of "Wear safety glasses". Based on the top bashing, it leads me to presume it's a hammer driven impact tool for driving in something.

Bearing races? Like wheel bearings in wheel hub?

[oldnslo]

Looks like a "Triple Square" driver bit. Mostly used on German cars and trucks

I hear you on the triple square, but I do have a set of those for my German vehicles, however this one has 16 splines and is not of the diameter that would match my triple squares.

I'm leaning towards and A/C type tool and based on the smooth center portion, feel that it can initially line something up before engaging the splines.

[goodfellow]

Looks like a "Triple Square" driver bit. Mostly used on German cars and trucks

I hear you on the triple square, but I do have a set of those for my German vehicles, however this one has 16 splines and is not of the diameter that would match my triple squares.

I'm leaning towards and A/C type tool and based on the smooth center portion, feel that it can initially line something up before engaging the splines.

That makes sense. I've seen some very unique fastener technology in that industry.

[goodfellow]

Up for discussion, is item C, a lot of 3. Different heights, different base diameters. No brand name, other than a typical tool warning around the base (contact area) of "Wear safety glasses". Based on the top bashing, it leads me to presume it's a hammer driven impact tool for driving in something.

Bearing races? Like wheel bearings in wheel hub?

Interesting! If many of the tools are AC related as you suggest, then these could be pipe forming cones used to prep line pipe for fitting. Just a WAG on my part. I have no actual experience with those tools.

[wantedabiggergarage]

Item C looks mushroomed on the third one, makes me think used with a hydraulic press.

[oldnslo]

Up for discussion, is item D, a tool for Ford/Mercury products based on flipping it. You can see the models it covers, and my guess is that it would flipped based on the rim diameter or 4 lug vs 5 lug applications, but what does it do?

[oldnslo]

An update on item A, validated by this ad of Offerup: https://offerup.com/item/detail/c91d65c1-8738-3a9f-8187-798979602aab