Simple Diy Shaft puller

[Fgav2402]

Simple Diy Shaft puller I made using a car brake spreader tool and a simple wooden clamp.

 

Brake spreader bought on amazon,

 

drilled a 10mm hole through the brake spreader and cut a groove down to meet the hole. The clamp is very basic, just 2 pieces of wood with bolts going through.

I use 2 rubber shaft clamps and a screw with washers on the adapter when pulling.

There are two washers in the spreader tool that I added to make it more stable, they are pointed out in the pictures.

I also use an extracting plate if pulling hybrids or fixed hosel woods.

Iv been pulling shafts with this for a while and I'm getting straight pulls and haven't had a tip failure.

Edited May 28, 2021 by Fgav2402

[A.Princey]

Awesome! I’m getting my own right now!!!

[nickosbad]

I’ve been thinking how I could make something similar....I take it you’re pulling the adapter by pulling a screw inserted into the end rather than wrecking the ferrule??

[Doaner84]

very cool man.  I'm going to try this just bought it off amazon.

[Fgav2402]

39 minutes ago, nickosbad said:

I’ve been thinking how I could make something similar....I take it you’re pulling the adapter by pulling a screw inserted into the end rather than wrecking the ferrule??

Ya, I use a screw from the driver and a washer. Forgot to mention to put some tape on the shaft where it goes through the spreader, just to ensure the shaft doesn't get scratched.

[Fgav2402]

21 minutes ago, Doaner84 said:

very cool man.  I'm going to try this just bought it off amazon.

Just be sure to use a file to smooth out the metal after it has been cut, otherwise the shaft will get scratched

[Doaner84]

On 5/28/2021 at 3:38 PM, Fgav2402 said:

Just be sure to use a file to smooth out the metal after it has been cut, otherwise the shaft will get scratched

I forgot to ask. What size drill bit did you use and was there a specific place to drill that you found was best. 

[Doaner84]

Nvm. I should have read closer 10mm

[Fgav2402]

7 hours ago, Doaner84 said:

Nvm. I should have read closer 10mm

Just roughly centered and half way down the plates on the spreader. Hope it works out for u.

[Doaner84]

I finally got the chance to try it out and it works perfectly.  I grinded off the metal rod that turns the spreader and used a ratchet to turn it instead.  thax for the idea @Fgav2402

[Fgav2402]

On 8/2/2021 at 5:44 PM, Doaner84 said:

 @Fgav2402

On 8/2/2021 at 5:44 PM, Doaner84 said:

I finally got the chance to try it out and it works perfectly.  I grinded off the metal rod that turns the spreader and used a ratchet to turn it instead.  thax for the idea @Fgav2402

I'm glad it worked out for you. Its amazing what u can come up with when u are bored

 

[JDIL]

How does the extractor plate work? Trying to visualize it. 
 

mid this a good one?

 

https://www.amazon.com/ATP-Installation-Caliper-Piston-Spreader/dp/B076HVH9VK/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?crid=17D433Q4V0QWG&keywords=brake+spreader+tool&qid=1637181840&sprefix=brake+sp%2Caps%2C234&sr=8-17

[Doaner84]

That’s the spreader I have. As you turn the spreader the 1st plate expands out and the 2nd plate pushes against your block. I have it pushing against my bench vise. 

[joostin]

Just bumping to give @Fgav2402 a 👍

Of all the DIY extractors I liked this idea the best.  $15 for the brake spreader, some elbow grease, and you have something simple, effective, adjustable, and small for storage.

 

I went with a 3/8" hole on the tip side, opened it to about .400" (10+mm) on the vise side, sawed tapered slots and grinded to round all edges. Haven't needed the extra little slotted plate.  For fat shafts it could even just fit in the taper without sitting all the way down as you can spread it jammed against the vise and hosel (just tape the graphite shaft and don't jam onto it... iron pic below).

Thanks!

[JCAG]

I have used many different shaft pullers over the year. The one Joosten shows along with the shaft lamp should work fine.

[hammergolf]

On 5/28/2021 at 8:39 AM, Fgav2402 said:

Simple Diy Shaft puller I made using a car brake spreader tool and a simple wooden clamp.

 

Brake spreader bought on amazon,

 

drilled a 10mm hole through the brake spreader and cut a groove down to meet the hole. The clamp is very basic, just 2 pieces of wood with bolts going through.

I use 2 rubber shaft clamps and a screw with washers on the adapter when pulling.

There are two washers in the spreader tool that I added to make it more stable, they are pointed out in the pictures.

I also use an extracting plate if pulling hybrids or fixed hosel woods.

Iv been pulling shafts with this for a while and I'm getting straight pulls and haven't had a tip failure.

GENIUS!

[Yrrdead]

Here are a couple additional bits that I've found pretty useful on my DIY setup;

 

https://www.golfworks.com/oem-adaptor-saver-kit/p/gw0130/

 

https://www.golfworks.com/aluminum-hosel-protector/p/gw1113/

 

 

[JCAG]

The hosel protector is a useful little device.

[JimmyC59]

On 5/28/2021 at 9:39 AM, Fgav2402 said:

Simple Diy Shaft puller I made using a car brake spreader tool and a simple wooden clamp.

 

Brake spreader bought on amazon,

 

drilled a 10mm hole through the brake spreader and cut a groove down to meet the hole. The clamp is very basic, just 2 pieces of wood with bolts going through.

I use 2 rubber shaft clamps and a screw with washers on the adapter when pulling.

There are two washers in the spreader tool that I added to make it more stable, they are pointed out in the pictures.

I also use an extracting plate if pulling hybrids or fixed hosel woods.

Iv been pulling shafts with this for a while and I'm getting straight pulls and haven't had a tip failure.

Thanks for this.

I got my spreader yesterday and will be drilling and cutting this weekend. As an inveterate McGiverer, I love it!

[Fgav2402]

On 6/26/2022 at 5:21 PM, joostin said:

Just bumping to give @Fgav2402 a 👍

Of all the DIY extractors I liked this idea the best.  $15 for the brake spreader, some elbow grease, and you have something simple, effective, adjustable, and small for storage.

 

I went with a 3/8" hole on the tip side, opened it to about .400" (10+mm) on the vise side, sawed tapered slots and grinded to round all edges. Haven't needed the extra little slotted plate.  For fat shafts it could even just fit in the taper without sitting all the way down as you can spread it jammed against the vise and hosel (just tape the graphite shaft and don't jam onto it... iron pic below).

Thanks!

This looks really good, I'm glad that it worked out for u. Mine is still going strong and have not damaged any shafts so far. Well done

 

[Fgav2402]

On 7/2/2022 at 12:36 AM, JimmyC59 said:

Thanks for this.

I got my spreader yesterday and will be drilling and cutting this weekend. As an inveterate McGiverer, I love it!

How did it turn out and did u try it?

[JimmyC59]

23 minutes ago, Fgav2402 said:

How did it turn out and did u try it?

Worked great! Removed 3 adapters from broken shafts for the Pro at my club.

 

[Fgav2402]

Just now, JimmyC59 said:

Worked great! Removed 3 adapters from broken shafts for the Pro at my club.

 

Thats great, its a cheap alternative and works great. Enjoy

[JimmyC59]

5 minutes ago, Fgav2402 said:

Thats great, its a cheap alternative and works great. Enjoy

Thanks again.

[kleydejong]

I just finished building my own version of this.  I bought the brake puller on Amazon.  Drilled two holes.  I used a dremel with a cutoff wheel to remove the tabs.  I used an angle grinder to widen the slots just a touch and debur.  My metal working skills aren't the best and it took some effort and probably an hour or two to finish it, but so far it has worked great!  I tested it on an old TP Mills putter, then an old 3 wood, then a friend's hybrid shaft where the adjustable adaptor broke off.  Worked great on all three!  I found it fairly awkward at first to know what to do with my hands and the first take I felt like I needed four hands.  I ended up starting by hitting the shaft with the torch for a bit.  Then setting the torch down.  Then I would use one hand to stabilize the puller so it doesn't fall to the side and the other to turn the gear.  If I need a bit more heat I stop and do that.  Then back to turning.  Once the head starts moving then I switch hands to turning the gear and catching the head.  Great idea, thanks for sharing!

 

 

 

 

[kleydejong]

And here is a tip after some light sanding.

 

 

 

 

 

Edited July 9, 2022 by kleydejong

[Doaner84]

20 minutes ago, kleydejong said:

I just finished building my own version of this.  I bought the brake puller on Amazon.  Drilled two holes.  I used a dremel with a cutoff wheel to remove the tabs.  I used an angle grinder to widen the slots just a touch and debur.  My metal working skills aren't the best and it took some effort and probably an hour or two to finish it, but so far it has worked great!  I tested it on an old TP Mills putter, then an old 3 wood, then a friend's hybrid shaft where the adjustable adaptor broke off.  Worked great on all three!  I found it fairly awkward at first to know what to do with my hands and the first take I felt like I needed four hands.  I ended up starting by hitting the shaft with the torch for a bit.  Then setting the torch down.  Then I would use one hand to stabilize the puller so it doesn't fall to the side and the other to turn the gear.  If I need a bit more heat I stop and do that.  Then back to turning.  Once the head starts moving then I switch hands to turning the gear and catching the head.  Great idea, thanks for sharing!

 

 

 

 

I use a vice to hold it in place and an impact wrench to turn.  I did cut off the small metal metal rod so I could use the wrench without fear of it spinning and hitting me. 

[kleydejong]

3 hours ago, Doaner84 said:

I use a vice to hold it in place and an impact wrench to turn.  I did cut off the small metal metal rod so I could use the wrench without fear of it spinning and hitting me. 

 

Maybe I'm misunderstanding the setup.  I had put the rubber shaft clamp / club shaft into the vice.  Does that same vice hold grab the jaw from the gear puller as well?

 

 

[Doaner84]

The puller has a half inch female socket end. After I attach the shaft to vice I heat the shaft with one end and use an impact wrench to turn at same time. 

[Fgav2402]

On 7/9/2022 at 3:11 PM, kleydejong said:

And here is a tip after some light sanding.

 

 

 

 

 

Great job. Glad it worked. Its awkward to figure out your heating and twisting at first. But u develop a knack for it