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M12-1.50 Steelman Metric Split Die Thread Chaser: Repair Wheel Studs & Bolts Easily! Review

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Revainrating 4.5 out of 5  
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4.7
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Revainrating 3 out of 5

Could work better: my feedback

If this had cap screws instead of pins it would be excellent. As it was I used vice-grips to hold it closed. Tedious but it did the job.

Pros
  • Indexing pins - indexing pins hold the die sections together to keep them straight during use
Cons
  • Can be particularly challenging to use on tapered or conical bolts

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Life saver good for me

This repaired the threads on my 250R crankshaft flawlessly. Filed down the mushroom caused by the magneto puller and ran it through. Would definitely recommend to anyone.

Pros
  • Needed to clean some paint out of some lug bolts. The tool worked well
Cons
  • Requires additional cleaning and care to maintain longevity

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great product on my review.

While shipping was a little slow, the steelman chased the threads on four wheel studs in ten minutes. It was worth the wait. I’m glad I did not have to replace the studs. That would have taken hours. Great product.

Pros
  • Time-Saving: By allowing you to quickly and easily fix damaged threads, the Steelman Metric Split Die Thread Chaser can save you valuable time and keep you from having to replace otherwise perfectly good parts
Cons
  • Not recommended for mobile repairs or roadside assistance

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works great, used vise grips instead of socket.

I am usually cheap but I will pay premium for a good tool. the tool is well worth the money and saved my butt big-time. ( 1/2 my studs on a truck had bad messed up the threads.). I did not use a socket because it let the halves be a little loose and did not work as well, I used a big vise grips and it works perfect every time. Very pleased

Pros
  • Hardened steel - made of heat-treated and hardened skd11 high carbon and chromium alloy steel
Cons
  • Can be time-consuming to use in a busy shop environment

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Saved me some serious time/cash

I was able to repair a damaged lug bolt on a car that otherwise would have had me tearing apart my suspension or taking a grinder to it in order to replace. Really cool design that saved the day.

Pros
  • Works good the chase the messed up threads
Cons
  • May not work as well on older or vintage vehicles

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Perfect in every way

This really saved me. I used it to straighten a wheel stud on my Honda. The mechanic had put the lug on and managed to cross thread it! The Steelman saved me a trip back to have the stud repaired. A little pricy but way worth it. Very glad I purchased this tool.

Pros
  • Thread size - tool fits m12-1.50 metric threaded bolts and fasteners on cars, trucks, etc.
Cons
  • Can cause damage to the tool itself if used improperly or too aggressively

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Hard to find tool. on my review.

Had a damaged stud on the wheel of my car. Found this and bought one. They work as described and once I was finished the new lugnut went on perfectly

Pros
  • Great item worked perfectly cleaned threads easily
Cons
  • Not recommended for novice or inexperienced mechanics

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Part worked as expected.

This die is for repairing damaged threads. It's two piece design allows placement on good threads and then working into the damaged thread. This will straighten damaged threads "almost" perfectly. A regular thread die is still required to clean up the damaged thread totally. If should be used first in conjunction with the regular die but may work well enough on its own. Be sure to use some oil to keep from galling damaged threads with use.

Pros
  • Great experience
Cons
  • May not be available in all locations or stores

Revainrating 4 out of 5

works great on my review.

I need to fix a small area on a rear lug nut. It took a couple of times but the threader allowed the stripped lug to restore to use again. Good for quick refinish but I would not recommend threading an entire lug nut.

Pros
  • Easy to Use
Cons
  • May require additional tools or equipment for proper use

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Saved me from replacing a Rear Wheel Hub

The last time the Dealership rotated the tires on my Ford Focus, one of the lug nuts was crossed threaded on the install. On the Ford Focus you can't replace the Stud, you have to replace the whole hub.I took the advice of another review and used the tool starting at the base of the stud with the tire removed, used an adjustable wrench, and slowly backed the nut off of the stud. Another pass later (just to make sure) and I was done. This tool saved me from replacing a whole hub. It's awesome.

Pros
  • The Steelman Metric Split Die Thread Chaser is designed to repair a wide range of wheel studs and bolts, making it a versatile tool for any mechanic or DIY enthusiast
Cons
  • Not suitable for use on plastic or polymeric materials

Revainrating 5 out of 5

This 2 Piece Die Saved my Butt

This Split Die saved my butt. I did not realize until too late that the threaded shaft was 1/2-20 not 1/2-13 until I had cross threaded a few turns on my boats steering mechanism. Fortunately there were still several undamaged threads but not at the end of the shaft. How could I know where to start rethreading so it would line up with the undamaged thread. This 2 piece rethreading die solves that problem because you can open the die and position it where the threads are good and use the die…

Pros
  • These don't cut as deep as necessary but can be followed up with regular die
Cons
  • Not effective for heavily damaged or corroded threads

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Life saver best in my review

I had 3 wheel studs in very bad shape after a tire shop messed them up , this chaser worked amazing on them. That's my review.

Pros
  • This device works great! I was able to restore threads on wheel studs without removing the drum.
Cons
  • May cause damage to the threads of the bolt or stud if used improperly