Author Topic: Track Adjusting Wrench  (Read 4900 times)

RocnTJ

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Track Adjusting Wrench
« on: June 23, 2016, 09:08:51 PM »
I came across this wrench on craigslist one day.    It was listed as a large military wrench.    I though it might work perfect as a track adjusting wrench if that was not already its original purpose.



The wrench is just under 2' in overall length.



It is offset approximately 6" and has a 2-1/4" opening.



It fits perfectly over the track adjusting nut, clears the tensioning spring and clears the front of the idler wheel so you can adjust the track without climbing under the halftrack.



It has the following number stamped on it 8389954 and was painted OD in color.   Not sure if it was originally made as a track adjusting wrench but it sure seems to be a perfect fit.

Tom
1948 Willys Truck
1949 Willys Jeepster
1959 Willys Wagon
1968 Kaiser M725
1969 Kaiser M715
1976 Jeep Cherokee Chief
2002 Jeep TJ
And the Latest Edition a 1942 M2A1 Halftrack

steve1973

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Re: Track Adjusting Wrench
« Reply #1 on: June 23, 2016, 10:18:13 PM »
Wow, Nice find Tom. I think I've seen a wrench like that in the manuals.

Steve A.

yd328

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Re: Track Adjusting Wrench
« Reply #2 on: June 24, 2016, 07:14:16 AM »
Tom,
That wrench is a nice find. Whether it belongs or not it would be a good addition to the halftrack tool kit.

Gary

Jay M

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Re: Track Adjusting Wrench
« Reply #3 on: June 24, 2016, 07:39:45 AM »
I have a wrench just like it that came with my M-3. It does work great.