We’re supposed to always replace rubber O-rings during repairs, but when you’re miles from
A new generation of flat and spoon-blade O-ring tools gently pry O-rings from their fittings without damage
civilization and the manufacturer chose to use an oddball-size O-ring that even your junk drawer can’t provide, sometimes you’ve got to re-use the old O-ring in the new fitting.
Traditional, pointed O-ring picks risk nicking or puncturing the precious part during removal, but a new generation of flat and spoon-blade O-ring tools gently pry O-rings from their fittings without damage.
Only $15 from Titan Tools, slightly more from Snap-on and mainline tool retailers.
— Dan Anderson