Snap Ring Pliers

Hello to everyone!

I need a tool to remove a type of Circlip or Snap ring that is not like the more common thin snap ring with 2 holes one each end into which you insert one of the prongs of the common snap ring pliers. These retaining rings are thicker, heavier, stronger and the ends come to a tapered point, rather than having holes to use for installation & removal [Please refer to pics]. I am having difficulty removing these rings from this transmission and I may need to re-use these rings, since this is an older trans and I have not been able to find new ones available yet.

There is apparently a specific type of Snap Ring Pliers used to remove this type of Circlip. I only have the type of tool that uses 2 points that are inserted into the holes in the snap ring. I have been told that there is a different type of tool needed for these rings, but I have not been able to find anything like this shown on any of the websites I have been searching.

Does anyone know of the type of tool I need to remove these type of rings without damaging them, and who makes them or where I can find these tools? Any suggestions or advice will be very much welcomed!

Jay

There is a tool for that type of ring, the snap on number is SRP4. Many stores sell a cheaper version but i give the number so you can look it up and know what they look like. Without the right tool you will dammage the clip.

snshddog,

Thanks much! That was just the tip I needed to get me pointed in the right direction!

Jay