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TOOL INNOVATIONS
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and KLEDGE-LOK for 2014.
PROFESSIONAL A/C TUBING REPAIR TOOL
STARTER KIT
99 Build confidence
future sales
The ACRK-STARTER kit is the perfect way to set up a shop with the ability to repair
aluminum A/C lines quickly and profitably. It’s also a great alternative for a shop
to have a system on hand to splice new OE lines that come in two sections. The
kit gives the customer a full SLK-2 with both tool and full set of jaws, as well as
a scaled down assortment of seven total tube-to-tube repair unions. Once the
amazing utility of this system is realized, the kit can be easily replenished with
tube-to-hose and block-off repairs.
• Permanent leak repair
• Saves time and money
• Professional OE-style repair
Tube-to-Tube Repair
Line Block-Off Repair
and
ACRK-4 A/C REPA
IR INST
RUCTIONS
WARNING – The repair
for mobile air conditio described in these instructions is
tubing and A/C hose. ning systems that use aluminum
repair pieces on otherUsing SWEDGE-LOK™ aluminum
tubing materials like
can cause failures
steel or copper
that may result in
bodily
death. Never use
on automotive brakinginjury or
systems.
Aluminum Tube
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PROFESSIONAL A/C TUBING REPAIR SYSTEM
STARTER KIT
The SWEDGE-LOKR™ tool is designed to complete most A/C line repairs right on
the vehicle by reaching into, behind, and underneath the difficult places that A/C
lines are found. Use with the supplied T-bar, a basic open-end wrench, a squaredrive ratchet, or an air or battery powered impact wrench.
Tube-to-Tube Repair
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ACRK-STARTER
includes
both tool &
repair unions
Repair Instructions
1. It is assumed
that a leak has been
discovered in the
tube and the system
aluminum
has been evacuate
air conditioning
d. NOTE: All mobile
work
technician accordin must be done by a certified
and local regulatio g to SAE J2845 and all federal, state,
ns.
2. Remove the entire
leaking portion of
the tube with a tubing
NOTE: If the removed
cutter.
tubing portion is
be necessary to
greater than 1”,
use
piece of aluminum two SWEDGE-LOK™ unions and it will
a separate
tubing to fill the
gap.
3. Use a file to square
the tube ends and
burrs and/or flakes.
make sure to remove
This will allow the
any
squarely into the
tube ends to fit securely
SWEDGE-LOK™ unions.
and
4. Rotate the supplied
abrasive cleaning
circumference of
pad around the entire
the
contaminants. NOTE: tube ends to remove corrosion, dirt,
or foreign
Avoid abrading in
and only use a circular
the direction of the
tube
motion.
5. Wipe tube ends
with a clean cloth
to remove residue
abrasive pad and
left from
use
that may have enteredcotton swabs to remove any flakes
or chips
the tube ends.
6. Apply one small
drop of SWEDGE-LOK™
Compound to the
Anaerobic Sealing
cut
circumference with end of the tubing and spread over
the entire
a clean, gloved fingertip,
area (1/8”) at the
leaving a small
end
drop of the compoun of the tube. NOTE: Using more than clean
closing the SWEDGE d can cause ‘hydraulic lock’ and a small
make
-LOK™ union impossib
le.
7. Select the correct
SWEDGE-LOK™ union
one end of the center
for your repair and
body
slide
over
one of the cut and
rotating to spread
prepared
the
with the other end. compound inside of the union. Repeat ends,
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8. Insert the SWEDGE
-LOK™ union body
SWEDGE-LOKR™
and collar into the
tool
and the steps of the jaws. Make sure that the steps of
the jaws
union body and collar
Hand tighten the cross
are lined up and snug.
screw to hold the
body and collar in
SWEDGE-LOK™ union
place.
cross screw is seated NOTE: Make sure the hex side
of the
firmly in the support
catch on the edge
pillar and cannot
of the chrome leg.
9. Slip the SWEDGE
-LOK™ union body
and collar over the
(collar towards tube).
first tube end
out inside the union NOTE: Make sure the tube end is
bottomed
body or the connecti
on could leak.
10. Rotate the cross
drive
T-bar, a 3/8” ratchet screw clockwise using either the
supplied
pneumatic/electric drive or 3/4” (19mm) wrench, or a
3/8”
tool until the first
collar has slid complete
over the end and
stopped at the center
can cause damage
rib. NOTE: Overtigh ly
to
tening
both
the
SWEDGE
SWEDGE-LOKR™
-LOKR™ tool and
unions.
the
11. Rotate cross drive
screw counter-clockwise
SWEDGE-LOKR™
and remove the
tool from the now
compressed union.
12. Repeat steps
8 through 11 above
on the remaining
complete the repair.
tube end to
13. Block-off is the
same procedure,
but utilizes only one
connection as the
SWEDGE-LOK™
other end of the line
is terminated.
Aluminum Tube-t
o-Hose Repair Instru
ctions
1. Follow above
instructio
the SWEDGE-LOK™ ns for the connection to the tube
end of
tube-to-hose union.
2. Cut the hose squarely
and make sure there
damage to the cut
are no cracks or
end.
3. Locate hose clamps
within the cage in
slip over the end of
the
the hose until it reachesprovided slots and
the hose end.
4. Force the end
of the hose over the
barbed end of
SWEDGE-LOK™ tube-to-h
ose union until it stops the
the back of the center
against
inside of hose with barrel. NOTE: Lubricate the barb
and
PAG
oil
to
ease
installation of barb
into hose. Crimp
the
complete the repair. clamps using a crimping tool to
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fitting
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repairs
inexpensive
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COMPRESSION STYLE ‘TOOL-FREE’
A/C TUBING REPAIR SYSTEM
3 Times Gripping Surface
The Hexforce™ wrap-around wrench provides a full, butterfly-style
wrap-around gripping surface that open-end wrenches cannot, even on
captive fittings where sockets don’t work. Perfect for front end chassis,
suspension, alignment, and tube nuts.
Fast, economical tube and hose repair for air conditioning and coolant. Fix pinhole
leaks, cracks, kinks and rub throughs with standard hand tools. You never even
have to remove the line from the vehicle! Aluminum design eliminates reactions to
A/C refrigerant, and viton rubber seals keep refrigerant inside. Fits SAE and metric
lines. Easily change sizes using combinations of inserts and seals.
• Permanent leak repair
• Unique pivot/hinge/clamp action for 360º contact
• Won’t slip off even the most damaged hex surface, like open-end wrenches
SINGLE REPAIR
CLAMSHELLS
& SHOP KITS
AVAILABLE
• Saves time and money
• Use standard hand tools
• Straight or reducing
• Attaches to standard 1/2" or 3/8" ratchet drive
• Other sizes also available
Hose-to-Tube Repair
Line Block-Off Repair
TIGHT GRIP
DUAL SIZES
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3
4
5
HFK-2 5 PIECE 360° WRAP-AROUND WRENCH SET
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2.
3.
4.
• Socket-like gripping on captive fittings
1/2" or 3/8" SQUARE DRIVE
Tube-to-Tube Repair
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HF-23* – 15/16" (23-24mm)
HF-21* – 13/16"-7/8" (21-22mm)
HF-19* – 3/4" (19-20mm)
HF-17* – 11/16" (17-18mm)
5. HF-16* – 5/8" (16mm)
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ACCUFIT ™
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OIL DRAIN PLUGS
99 Only 13 parts!
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99 Reduces invento
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DRAIN PLUG
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More Grip... Less Slip
The corners of this revolutionary wrench head act like spring hinges to grab and
tighten around the rounded, chewed-up, corroded, worn, and/or under-sized hex
surfaces of brake and fuel fittings.
2
• Removes even the most worn brake and fuel fittings
• Works where other flare nut wrenches fail
3
• Easy access to the tight areas fittings are found
• ‘Spring-Torque’ provides amazing grip
4
FF10 – Fits 3/8" (10mm)
FF11 – Fits 7/16" (11mm)
FF1213 – Fits 1/2" (12/13mm)
FF14 – Fits 9/16" (14mm)
Finally, a high-coverage/low part number oil drain plug program. The ACCUFIT™ Oil
Drain Plug Program reduces the needed inventory of part numbers by 80%, saving
up to 75% on inventory costs while still achieving the same vehicle application
coverage. This means fewer part numbers to stock and much easier part selection.
In addition, ACCUFIT™ oil drain plugs have more features and are of a higher quality
than any other OEM or aftermarket drain plug available.
• Easy ID – Thread size etched on each plug
• Chrome molybdenum black oxide wrench heads
1.
2.
3.
4.
MORE COVERAGE • FEWER PART NUMBERS
SUPERIOR FEATURES • HIGHER QUALITY
• Easy Install – Finger-grip wing for ease of installation. All plugs have 14mm
hex — just one wrench works for all!
• Rust Protection – Black oxide coating for rust and corrosion protection
FF204 - ALL 4 Sizes
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• Hi-Temp Gasket – Red hi-temperature gasket for maximum
sealing protection
• Avoid Cross-Threading – Pilot-point tip to avoid cross-threading
during installation
ODPA-1 OIL DRAIN PLUG ASSORTMENT
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Plug Selector with updated
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Designed and patented in Europe and already a huge seller there. The
innovative design of the Line Wrench is a must have for any professional
mechanic. The Line Wrench makes fast work of troublesome fittings.
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Unique patented ratcheting function
Open and close wrench head with single-handed operation
Fits completely around the hex of the nut
Works on rounded and corroded tube nuts
More pressure applied to tool makes for tighter grip on nut
SAE and metric sets available, as well as individual
Double-ended wrenches or open-end on opposite side
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3.
4.
5.
LW0809FLEX
LW51638FLEX
LW1011FLEX
LW71612FLEX
LW1213FLEX
6. LW1415FLEX
7. LW91658FLEX
8. LW1617FLEX
9. LW1819FLEX
10.LW111634FLEX
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LW32OPEN
LW27OPEN
LW24OPEN
LW22OPEN
LW19OPEN
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Another unique and popular innovation from Europe is the Nut Driver Pro.
The Nut Driver Pro makes getting to hard to reach hex screws a much less painful
experience. Your customers will instantly see the value these will have as part
of their toolbox. Great for hose clamps.
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Grips hex screws in confined, hard to reach places
Unique tensioning and lock mechanisms
Allows single-handed operation — engage, grip, work, disengage
No-slip grip handle
Fixed length shafts available for 6mm, 7mm, 1/4", & 5/16" hex sizes
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5
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• Flexible shafts available for 7mm, 1/4", and 5/16" hex sizes
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NDP7-190
NDP7-290
NDP6-290
NDP1/4-290
NDP5/16-290
NDP7-500
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B. NDP5/16-SUPRAFLEXI
C. NDP1/4-SUPRAFLEXI
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FLEXIBLE SHAFT
RATCHETING FLARE NUT WRENCH
NUT DRIVER PRO
FIXED LENGTH SHAFT
LINE WRENCH
where no
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other tool can reac
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NYLON FUEL REPAIR
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THE GAME CHANGER — ON-VEHICLE FLARING!
THE BETTER MOUSETRAP — ON-VEHICLE REPAIR!
The FlareForce™ is everything you need to ensure professional quality flares every time in
the convenience of an all-in-one design — LIGHTNING FAST! Produce on-the-fly flares with
no loose parts and no need for a vise. FlareForce™ self-centers over the tube to provide
accurate flares. A quick release allows easy insertion and removal of tubing. One-handed
operation with trigger control allows flaring on already tubing that’s already installed.
We’ve already received a huge response from the professional mechanics lucky
enough to see the prototype. Repairing fuel systems involving quick-disconnects and
nylon fuel hose has always been a slow and difficult process. Heating the hose in hot
water and trying to jam the barb into the hose without damage is slow and tedious.
Tools to make the process easier have failed miserably.
• Create high-quality flares in seconds — single, bubble and inverted
The Nylon Fuel Repair kit for SWEDGE-LOKR™ can now assemble both straight and
angled quick-disconnects into nylon fuel hose quickly and perfectly every time. Set-up
is fast and easy. The SWEDGE-LOKR™ tool does the rest.
• Will work with 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8" tubing — steel, PolyArmour and NiCopp
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®
• Also works with copper, aluminum and brass
You’ve seen it and heard it before. Your customers are asking you — “WHEN?”
We’ve been working on getting this game-changing technology to you and your customers
for the past few years. The time is now — well, almost now. R & D on the FlareForce™ is
done and we will have working tools at AAPEX/SEMA. We will be announcing an availability
date before the show.
Along with SWEDGE-LOK™, the FlareForce™ will be the key feature at AAPEX & SEMA this
year. Bring your customers by for the unveiling of a true game-changing innovation!
EXPANDS
COVERAGE OF
SWEDGE-LOKR™
TOOL!
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Lightning fast flares...
On the vehicle.
Perfect every time.
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AGS Company
P.O. Box 729, Muskegon, MI 49443, U.S.A. • Toll Free 1-800-253-0403
Toll Free in Michigan & Canada 800-735-0403 • FAX (231) 733-1784 • www.agscompany.com
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