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Two dimensions matter: capacity (the force the puller can apply, in tonnes) must match or exceed the breakaway force of the press-fit; reach and spread (the puller's working envelope) must accommodate the component dimensions and clearance to surrounding parts. As a guide, car pulleys and small bearings typically need 2-5 tonnes; larger hubs and heavy bearings need 10-15 tonnes; commercial-vehicle and plant components need 15-30 tonnes hydraulic. Match by component dimensions and difficulty of release.

A puller uses a screw or hydraulic ram to apply controlled steady force — the standard for breaking interference fits where steady pressure progressively releases the part. A slide-hammer extractor uses a sliding weight that the operator strikes against a stop — applying impact force in pulses. Slide hammers are useful for blind bearings (where there's no shoulder to grip behind), inner-race bearings, and components in confined spaces where a puller can't be fitted.

Yes. Replacement centre screws, jaw assemblies, hydraulic ram service kits, and adapter cups are available for the majority of Sykes Pickavant puller kits. Search by the kit model code. If the part is not listed, WhatsApp 07754288583 with the model code and a photograph and we will confirm parts availability.

Harmonic balancers typically need a three-jaw puller with the jaws gripping the outer-diameter sealing surface or a dedicated harmonic-balancer puller that bolts to the threaded holes on the balancer face (where the engine is designed for this). Avoid gripping on the rubber damping ring — it will tear out and damage the balancer. The recommended puller approach for each application is normally listed in the engine workshop manual; the puller product page describes the suited applications.

Returns are accepted within 30 days of purchase, in original packaging, on orders delivered within the United Kingdom. For damaged-on-arrival items, report within 24 hours with photographs to [email protected] — we will typically arrange collection and replacement at no cost to you. For parts that don't fit your machine, the Fit Guarantee covers a hassle-free return at no cost. For buyer's remorse — you've changed your mind or ordered the wrong item, email us first to obtain a Return Merchandise Number; a restocking fee may apply. Refunds are issued to the original payment method once the return is inspected.

Delivery time depends on the product, your destination, and availability — the estimated time for any item appears on the product page, and 'Check where we deliver' confirms coverage for your postcode before you order. Next-day delivery is available on most products; the option appears at checkout when applicable. We deliver across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Use the country selector at checkout to confirm coverage and delivery options for your destination.

Automotive Pullers

Within Engine & Transmission Repairs, Automotive Pullers is the highest-volume sub-category — covering the wide selection of puller-and-extractor tools used to remove press-fit components: pulleys, gears, bearings, harmonic balancers, hubs, alternators, and other components held in place by interference fit or by being seated against a shoulder. Parts For Machines supplies trade-grade automotive pullers for engine, transmission, and driveline work. Within Automotive Pullers you will find Hydraulic Pullers (high-force versions powered by a hydraulic ram), Mechanical Puller (threaded screw-driven pullers — the workshop default), Bearing Tools (specialist puller kits for bearings — internal pullers, slide-hammer bearing pullers, blind-bearing pullers), Alternator Pullers (adapted for alternator-pulley clutches and over-running-pulley fitment), Ball Joint pullers, and Reversible Pullers (configurable for inside or outside grip). Parts For Machines is an Authorised Distributor and Seller of Sykes Pickavant across the puller range. Sykes Pickavant pullers are widely used in independent garages, fleet workshops, and dealerships — covering capacities from small two-jaw 2-tonne pullers (for car-engine pulleys and small bearings) up to heavy-duty multi-jaw 30+ tonne hydraulic pullers (for commercial vehicle and plant applications). Product pages list capacity in tonnes, jaw configuration (two-jaw, three-jaw, or reversible), reach (the distance from the puller body face to the inside of the jaw tips), spread (the maximum opening width across the jaws), and kit contents (for multi-piece sets). Buyers in this section typically have a specific puller operation in mind — match by the component being removed and its dimensions. For mixed-job use, multi-piece puller kits with various jaw and adapter configurations cover the broadest range of jobs from a single tool case. Trade pricing on multi-tool kit orders is available; contact the team via WhatsApp 07754288583.