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Homemade Spreader


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BUILDER:
The Art of Diesel on theartofdiesel.com
DESCRIPTION:
Homemade spreader used for separating an engine and transmission, constructed from a surplus 2x4, threaded rod, nuts, and washers.
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Jan 25, 2015 4:29 PM
Altair
Clever idea. There's no shortage of uses for threaded rods. I always keep a few lengths on hand.
Jan 23, 2015 7:17 PM
DIYer
A pretty simple tool that can be indispensable when you're wrestling with major assemblies.
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DIY Spreader - comment on how to build a Spreader - 2 comments
Altair says:
Jan 25, 2015 4:29 PM
Clever idea. There's no shortage of uses for threaded rods. I always keep a few lengths on hand.

DIYer says:
Jan 23, 2015 7:17 PM
A pretty simple tool that can be indispensable when you're wrestling with major assemblies.

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