991 GT3 centre lock tried/recommended wheel removal tools
991 GT3 centre lock tried/recommended wheel removal tools
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phil bird

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228 posts

163 months

Friday 11th August 2017
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Hi... looking to buy what I need to remove the wheels. Any recommendations tried and tested that you would buy?

LindsayMac

569 posts

230 months

Saturday 12th August 2017
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LindsayMac

569 posts

230 months

Saturday 12th August 2017
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Fish

4,063 posts

310 months

Saturday 12th August 2017
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You can also use a Sealey torque multiplier AK629 and a decent torque wrench. This will then fit in the car..

The torque wrench in the picture looks like the precision one..

DappaD

36 posts

152 months

Saturday 12th August 2017
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I don't have a 991 but a 997 GTS with centre locks.....which I believe has the same fitment.

I can recommend the sealey torque multiplier AK629 along with a torque wrench of your choice.... only needs to be 200-300Nm max. So quite small for package purposes.

Both fit into the front trunk with ease, or in the cabin if preferred. I carry these on any road trip (even though I currently have Porsche assist) to ensure I could remove a wheel if needed at any location. Most garages won't have a torque wrench suitable for the job.

The multiplier works on a 1:3.3 ratio, so you just dial in 1/3 of the required torque to achieve the required output torque.

Input 165Nm to achieve 550Nm output. Or 180Nm to achieve 600Nm output (if you are using on track). These are the values I have been given for my 997, worth checking values for your vehicle if you don't already know. The handbook I have states circa 500Nm which I think has been superseded.

Useful to also carry a piece of 3/4" ply board to distribute the load if you happen to need to remove a wheel on soft ground. The multiplier reacts to the ground and will dig in if soft.

It's both a more flexible option to use in the garage or elsewhere but also less heavy on the wallet.

Hope this helps a little

phil bird

Original Poster:

228 posts

163 months

Saturday 12th August 2017
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DappaD said:
I don't have a 991 but a 997 GTS with centre locks.....which I believe has the same fitment.

I can recommend the sealey torque multiplier AK629 along with a torque wrench of your choice.... only needs to be 200-300Nm max. So quite small for package purposes.

Both fit into the front trunk with ease, or in the cabin if preferred. I carry these on any road trip (even though I currently have Porsche assist) to ensure I could remove a wheel if needed at any location. Most garages won't have a torque wrench suitable for the job.

The multiplier works on a 1:3.3 ratio, so you just dial in 1/3 of the required torque to achieve the required output torque.

Input 165Nm to achieve 550Nm output. Or 180Nm to achieve 600Nm output (if you are using on track). These are the values I have been given for my 997, worth checking values for your vehicle if you don't already know. The handbook I have states circa 500Nm which I think has been superseded.

Useful to also carry a piece of 3/4" ply board to distribute the load if you happen to need to remove a wheel on soft ground. The multiplier reacts to the ground and will dig in if soft.

It's both a more flexible option to use in the garage or elsewhere but also less heavy on the wallet.

Hope this helps a little
Much appreciated.. thanks for spending the time sharing your knowledge, very helpfulbiggrin

phil bird

Original Poster:

228 posts

163 months

Saturday 12th August 2017
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LindsayMac said:
Looks like a professional bit of kitbiggrin Please can you give info on the set up.. manufacturer, place to buy etc? Much appreciated!

phil bird

Original Poster:

228 posts

163 months

Saturday 12th August 2017
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Fish said:
You can also use a Sealey torque multiplier AK629 and a decent torque wrench. This will then fit in the car..

The torque wrench in the picture looks like the precision one..
Thanks for the info.. appreciated

LindsayMac

569 posts

230 months

Saturday 12th August 2017
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Multipliers not recommended as there is a fair degree of inaccuracy picked up through the multiplier.

Torque wrench needs to be good for at least 800nm so that you are not operating at the upper end of the torque wrench. It should be noted this torque wrench will fit in the car i.e. heading to the track etc.
This is a 800 nm 3/4" drive Sealey STW706, I use a collapsable breaker bar Sealey AK 7317, albumiunm jacking plugs (eBay) and a guide I purchased from a manufacturer on Renlist USA. This is a must if you have ceramic brakes.

You will also require the correct lubricant for the CL


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Edited by LindsayMac on Saturday 12th August 20:29

NBTBRV8

2,066 posts

236 months

Sunday 13th August 2017
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I have a Rennline Centrelock removal tool, which is excellent:

http://www.rennline.com/Centerlock-Wheel-Alignment...

I also have a 3/4 torque wrench and a snap on 3/4 breaker bar.

Also buy plenty of the grease, but beware the stuff sticks to your clothes and is very easy to transfer in to your car.