1957 Biarrtiz and a tool I can't find...

[57CaddyBiarritz]

Hi-

There is a specific wrench needed to tighten the ring below, of which I have a number of them (different sizes) throughout the car (dash).  Any one know the name of the tool?  I'm not even sure what to search for, though my assumption is there is a specialized wrench for these type of fittings.

Thanks,
John

[Jon S]

A pair of opened needle nosed pliers work just fine!

[57CaddyBiarritz]

yes, agreed.  that'll be my next option, though some of these pieces are chrome and I feel like there might be a better tool for the job.

Thanks!

[Ralph Messina CLC 4937]

John

They are called Spanner wrenches. A quick Google search yielded: http://www.sears.com/search=adjustable%20pin%20spanner%20wrench%20set  but I'm sure you can find others at better prices. If you have a cut off wheel you can make what you need from old sockets with a little filling to finish the edges.

HTH
Ralph

[Mike Baillargeon #15848]

These pop up on Ebay every once in a while.

Of course I found mine because I don't need them.

But I like Ralph's idea of making one from an old socket.

While your making one for the wiper nut make one for the ignition switch, but remember where you put them when your done.

Mike

[Mike Baillargeon #15848]

Another angle

[Mike Baillargeon #15848]

just popped up on eBay

somebody is reading our forum.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1954-1960-Cadillac-Wiper-Nut-Escutcheon-Tool-/321813072331?hash=item4aed8dc9cb&vxp=mtr

mike

[57CaddyBiarritz]

Like someone mentioned I ended up making them using old sockets.  Not too difficult using a hacksaw and grinder. Great suggestion!