Best snap-ring pliers according to redditors
We found 66 Reddit comments discussing the best snap-ring pliers. We ranked the 38 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 66 Reddit comments discussing the best snap-ring pliers. We ranked the 38 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
![TEKTON Internal / External Snap Ring Pliers Set, 4-Piece | 3576 [Older Model]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41ionriIQ3L.jpg)
You want snap ring pliers (and that's not a proprietary lock ring, it's a pretty standard internal snap ring)
I have a full set of matco... Then I found these. Life changed. They reverse and have different tips.
http://www.amazon.com/Channellock-927-8-Inch-Retaining-Plier/dp/B000TG80SY
Something like this should work: interchangeable tips even.
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000TG80SY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2SXPAb9SJVAZ4
Knipex
https://www.amazon.com/KNIPEX-00-20-04-SB/dp/B005EXNT38
Lang
https://www.amazon.com/Lang-Tools-12-Piece-Combination-Internal/dp/B005MVB6TG
Astro 0.050"
https://www.amazon.com/Astro-94220-Pneumatic-Tool-Internal/dp/B01GE0PFDQ
Astro 0.067"
https://www.amazon.com/Astro-94220-Pneumatic-Tool-Internal/dp/B01GE0PFHM
Pliers like these work well.
This was the kit I ordered:
Mazda Miata Front Seat Cover Kit for 1990-1996 Standard Seats, Black Simulated Leather https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HZ7CA4K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_VVQ7wb1JY158Z
Like I said in the post it should fit better on '95 and older. It looks like the bottom seat cushion changed in '96 so it wasn't a perfect fit but I made it work.
I also needed to pick up some hog rings and pliers:
Drake Off Road PLIERSET-P Professional Hog Ring Upholstery Installation Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FS0WFAA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_DTU7wbKQEXQ9W
Hey I happen to be reupholstering a camper right now. What a coincidence!
Those rods are probably like boning in a corset or underwire in a bra. While not 100% necessary, the item might look totally different without those. The good news is you can pull off the clips and replace them! I'm not sure these are the right size, but here is a link:
Drake Off Road PLIERSET-P Professional Hog Ring Upholstery Installation Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FS0WFAA
Honestly Dad couldn't find his set and I'm cheap, so I just used needle nose pliers to take the rings off, saved them, then carefully bent them back on.
Now about washing! Be very careful, that fabric could shrink so much! Either hand wash or use your machine if it has a delicate cycle. Very cold water. NO DRYER, string up a clothesline or drape them over something to dry.
Put them back on when they're still slightly damp, that way you can stretch them back out if they shrunk a bit.
Good luck!
A gasket removal tool (OE has a good set here: http://www.orphanespresso.com/O-ring-Installation-Removal-Pick-Tool-Set_p_4667.html) and C clip pliers (get the channellock ones here: https://www.amazon.com/Channellock-927-8-Inch-Retaining-Plier/dp/B000TG80SY/, the generic ones are awful). Outside that, only generic tools like wrenches and screwdrivers. An E clip tool is also really useful to keep the E clips from flying across the room, but not strictly necessary. https://www.amazon.com/Duratrax-Ultimate-E-Clip-Tool-1-5mm-5mm/dp/B001TAJP9W
You'll need gaskets of course, for a gasket kit, OE offers a good inexpensive one: http://www.orphanespresso.com/La-Pavoni-Rebuild-Kit--PRE-Millenium-Models--Full-Kit_p_4749.html
But you'll want a few other things too.
Base gasket: https://www.espressoparts.com/parts/home-espresso-machine-parts/la-pavoni-home-espresso-machine-parts/la-pavoni-europiccola-professional-diagram-1/la-pavoni-europiccola-tank-to-base-gasket
Relief valve stopper: https://www.espressoparts.com/la-pavoni-relief-valve-spring-stopper
If it's really old (like, very earliest models), you might have to add this on too: http://www.orphanespresso.com/Brass-Sleeve-Machine-Portafilter-Gasket_p_1608.html
You should probably also upgrade the thermofuse to one of these: https://www.espressoparts.com/parts/home-espresso-machine-parts/la-pavoni-home-espresso-machine-parts/la-pavoni-europiccola-professional-diagram-1/la-pavoni-high-limit-reset-thermostat
You may or may not end up needing more, but this should suffice for a standard rebuild as long as any parts that aren't supposed to be consumable aren't broken.
As a further option, you can also upgrade to stainless steel hardware pretty cheap: http://www.orphanespresso.com/Pavoni-Cremina-Group-Rebuild-Stainless-Steel-Hardware-Kit_p_2005.html
Aaaaaand last of all, you can upgrade to an actually decent steam tip too: http://www.orphanespresso.com/OE-SLIM-Single-Hole-Steam-Wand-Tip--Stainless-Steel_p_2175.html
I know tools so here we go. Focusing on the extras, luxuries, and conveniences. If I don't specifically note a manufacturer/model I probably just grabbed the first Amazon link to make it clear what I'm talking about.
/u/RodmanSan is speaking about Snap-ring Pliers. Here is the cheapest on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/HFS-Cable-Type-Flexible-Clamp-Pliers/dp/B01M5KCAXI/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=hose+clamp+pliers&qid=1562785709&s=gateway&sprefix=hose+clamp+&sr=8-6
Would this help?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EXO2JI/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
How about this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005EXO2JI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_Ib6MAb36BA6DX
Not exactly cheap but not garbage like some of the stuff out there.
I don't have much to add just going to go in to a bit more detail. I usually try to keep at least 2 or more of each screw or nut my drones use, that includes the motors, camera mount, ANY screw.
Loctite/thread locker will help but some times repeated hard crashes loosen screws and you may not realize it. With that said you don't want to use anything above blue Loctite such as red or green, you want to be able to get the screws off!
I also bought a ton of micro JST connectors and a crimper to repair balance lead connectors. This wouldn't be needed if you are diligent about keeping your battery wires away from your props, I was not, but some times it is unavoidable.
And the random things I keep around are; velcro, VHB tape, shrink tubing of various sizes(you can get assortments from Amazon), spare VTX pig tails, various sizes of silicone wire (26awg for ESC signal wire, 18ga wire for power and ground to ESCs, 14awg for power leads), flush cutters, different tipped tweezers, spare antenna cable for the receiver, servo leads, circlip pliers.
All that comes to mind at the moment but I am sure I am missing stuff. Here are some links!
Flush Cutters
26awg Silicone Wire
14awg Silicone Wire
VHB Tape
Micro JST Crimper
Micro JST Connectors
Circlip Pliers
Servo Connectors-not silicone
Tweezers
Here's a how-to video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwLkxOpXSOg
Spoiler: it's not that hard, but you will need one of these to remove one of the gaskets.
The gasket I have had to change the most often is the one between the group head and the boiler. That one only requires removing a couple bolts.
Body clip removal tool.
link
There's tools for removing push clips, such as this or this. I don't own one of those yet so what I use is a mini flat-head screwdriver to pry the stem out, and one of these to grab it.
Works incredibly well https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J5F6ZI2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_T-5kDbXDRP3HQ
I also recommend c clip pliers where the above tool cant get to
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JNRR0Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_Mb6kDb90NZNST
Both of these two tools combined has suited me 100% of the time for my builds. If I didn't have either or, I would have seen myself stopping half way in builds.
You can see them on the far right of my photo
I just reconditioned a crummy master where the goddamn snap ring was rusted beyond recognition. I also have crappy craftsman pliers that are barely long enough to reach. Like /u/Pattern_Is_Movement says patience is key. I guess I got lucky, with a combination of constructive cursing and fiddling around with the pliers I got it out and now the MC is mint.
The best is long reach snap ring pliers like this shit. Makes life a whole lot easier, until they break. Yeah... What helps is to work with the MC upside down, the little bit of gravity sometimes does the trick.
One thing: the fucker will most invariably fly off into the twilight zone as soon as it's clear of the MC. Get a spare ready (usually come with rebuild kits), or try doing it in an empty satellite assembly room.
You could probably use just basic cerclip or snap ring pliers... Available at most hardware stores.
https://www.amazon.com/IRWIN-VISE-GRIP-Convertible-Pliers-2078900/dp/B000JNRR0Y
They are called all sorts of things:
Circlip pliers, snap ring pliers, retaining ring pliers.
Here are some
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/social/swf/B000NPPAUC/o=ShareProduct/ref=tsm_1_aw_swf_d_sp?vs=1 the right tool for the job
They can be purchased on AliExpress; I can't seemed to find them on eBay. The screws are held in place by small e-rings, so they can be removed relatively easy. "1 set" usually means 1 screw and 1 e-ring.
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/32690118794/32690118794.html
You don't need a snap ring plier but it does make things easier. I've linked one from Amazon but any cheap hardware stores (Harbor Freight, ACE, etc...) should have these.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NPPAUC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Qddsyb7S48ZK6
https://www.amazon.com/Micro-Traders-Professional-Circlip-Pliers/dp/B00XPJU15W/ref=sr_1_4?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1517871833&sr=1-4&keywords=snap+ring+pliers+micro
HAHA I literally ordered the two piece set of that the other day, its delivering today :)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011L0D6AI/ref=twister_B012I4Y4HU
They look like Snap Fastener Pliers. Similar to these. https://www.amazon.com/DianMan-Heavy-Duty-Adjustable-Interchangeable-Installation/dp/B07L8GLPTX
I used these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IEWBUSC/ref=oh_aui_i_sh_in_o0_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1&th=1
And I used electrical tape on everything I didn't want to scratch.
A little late to the party but I use snap ring pliers almost daily at work on industrial machinery. I have used multiple brands and types of pliers and these are by far my favorite. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXZG9UD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_sIF7CbYE4W41S
I think snap on sells a version similar but these work fine and they’re cheap so I have a few sets for when the tips break.
I believe Horseshoe ring pliers are what you need.
Wilde makes this model that is re-branded by a number of companies .
https://www.amazon.com/Wilde-Tool-Pliers-Polished-Finish/dp/B00IEWBUSC?th=1
Proto
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00209ETSS/ref=psdc_553326_t1_B00IEWBUSC
Knipex, the tips are only 3.6mm wide closed and 37mm open.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003UHUCQM/ref=psdc_553326_t5_B00IEWBUSC
I've got two sets of them:
Powerbuilt Combo Switch Int/Ext Snap Ring Pliers - 941335 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073WH6K8Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_plCFzbSFHMGS3
And
Craftsman 9-37907 Convertible Retaining Ring Pliers Set (2 Piece) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IA3WSYK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ZmCFzbP2SY096
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005EXO2JI/ will do the trick nicely but it's expensive.
You probably need some Ring pliers to really get in there and tighten things. I went overkill when I bought mine but they will last me a lifetime. https://www.amazon.com/Channellock-927-8-Inch-Retaining-Plier/dp/B000TG80SY/ref=sr_1_4?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1503412200&sr=1-4&keywords=snap+ring+pliers
I think this would do the trick (for the little disc, inside the rear switch). I saw it posted, by another user, on another thread, but here on Reddit, if I recall correctly.
On the website, they're referred to as retaining ring pliers, and they come with interchangeable tips.
The ones with changeable tips? I hated those things because the tips broke easily. :( Slung them across the shop after they broke another set of tips and now they're not reversible. My fault.. sorta. Never broke tips on even my cheap ones (the style of says no to)
Channellock 927 8-Inch Retaining Ring Plier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000TG80SY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_VLQ0AbVSJ25N0
It's not too difficult so long as you can do some basic soldering to connect the wires and possibly to secure the driver to the pill (drivers with components facing the battery side may prevent the driver ring from screwing in; these drivers may need to be soldered in place instead).
The MTN page for S2+ hosts has a list of what you need for a triple setup.
If you don't already have one, I recommend picking up some snap ring pliers that include smaller bit sizes, such as this channellock. This will make screwing the pill and retaining rings easier than using regular pliers or tweezers.
You want a good set of Snap Ring pliers. PM me if you need a pre-milled bearing block. My coworker and I milled down 20 or so of them and have some spares lying around.
If it doesn't need a lot of torque, a pin spanner will probably work. If the pins are too large, sacrificial snap ring pliers will probably do the trick (again, low torque)
What about this?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000NPPAUC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1485099313&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=snap+ring+pliers&dpPl=1&dpID=41hR2%2BFfxWL&ref=plSrch
Edit:
I bought the first pair I linked, the seven inch Tekton one. One of the review mentions that it works with the M4 delta ring assembly, so I guess it is fair to say it will work in my situation, since it is pretty much the same thing.
I have a set similar to this
TEKTON 3578 8-in-1 Universal Snap Ring Pliers Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NPPAUC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BR90Ab2PG2Q78
There should be a compression ring somewhere. Using snap ring pliers you can separate the ring and yank the entire cylinder out.
https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-3578-Universal-Snap-Pliers/dp/B000NPPAUC/
I went with this one
Ignore what other people here are saying. They used a Ring Saw. It's the only tool which will produce straight cuts like this in glass. I've not used one, but I'm pretty sure it's a diamond grinding blade kept wet by the tank on the bottom.