OTC 17.5-Ton Hollow Center Rams

OTC's 17.5-ton hollow center rams serve as a specialized and powerful hydraulic tool that can generate significant force for tasks like pressing bearings, removing stubborn components, or straightening bent chassis parts, making them suitable for confined spaces for maintenance and repair work. The hollow center is particularly advantageous when dealing with components that require a jacking screw or puller rod to pass through the center for extraction or installation. This characteristic makes them ideal for working in tight or confined areas often encountered in automotive repair, such as engine bays or undercarriage components. Product Overview: * OTC rams are engineered for strength and durability, meeting industry standards like ASME B30.1 * The rams can exert a significant amount of force (17.5 tons in this case) with a relatively small and lightweight design * Common use for applications in automotive repair include bearing and bushing removal/installation, straightening frame of body components, pressing operations (can be used in conjunction with shop presses), and general pushing and spreading apart components * The hollow center aligns objects during assembly or disassembly, allowing technicians to insert jacking screws, cables, puller screws, and other accessories directly through the ram—this is particularly useful for applications like pulling bearings, gears, or other components where a central pull is needed Show Less