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What is a breaker bar?

a breaker bar is longer then a ratchet so you leverage


How does bicycle back wheel engage and disengage with pidal?

By a ratchet system, a system that engages only while roating in one direction but doesn't in the opposite one. Such as ratchet handles.


What is the definition to ratchet?

noun1. A mechanism consisting of a pawl that engages the sloping teeth of a wheel or bar, permitting motion in one direction only.2. The pawl, wheel, or bar of this mechanism.verb-intransitive1. To increase or decrease by increments.verb-transitive1. To cause to increase or decrease by increments: "Some companies . . . may make things worse if they seek to ratchet down their medical expenses by limiting benefits for psychological or psychiatric care" ( Newsweek).


How does a roller coaster lap bar stay locked?

There are many backup and fail-safe devices however the main is a ratchet style lock. The bar can only be moved one way (downwards) not back up. In the station the ratchet is released and the bar will raise.


How do you loosen the belt tensioner on a 1998 Ford Mustang?

there should be a hole on the tensioner bar that fits a 3/8 ratchet. using the ratchet rotate the bar counter-clockwise(on a 2000 mustang) to loosen the belt.


How do you relax the tensioner pulley on a 2003 trailblazer?

There is a square opening on the front of the tensioner that fit a 3/8" ratchet. Place the ratchet in the opening and crank down toward the ground. You may need to slip a longer bar over the ratchet to get it down.


How do you remove the hub nut from 1996 Mazda Protege?

36 mm socket and a long ratchet or bar.


Do you need a special tool to change a drive belt for a 2000 ford excursion?

Nope. Just a long 1/2" drive ratchet or breaker bar. Use a cheater pipe on the ratchet.


What is a Positive locking ratchet mechanism?

A positive locking ratchet mechanism is a device that allows rotation in one direction while preventing it in the opposite direction, ensuring secure positioning. It typically consists of a ratchet wheel with teeth and a pawl that engages with these teeth to lock the wheel in place. This mechanism is commonly used in tools like socket wrenches and ratchet straps, providing reliable torque and preventing unintended movement. Its design enhances safety and efficiency by maintaining the desired position under load.


What is scope of business?

Scope of business is the different activities a business engages in. This is stuff like if a restaurant also caters, or has a bar located in it.


What Tools are needed to remove an alternator on a 2002 ford expedition?

1/2"breaker bar for belt tensioner,10mmsocket ,ratchet


On a 2004 Ford F250 diesel how do you remove the serpentine belt?

release the tensioner with a 1/2 in braker bar or ratchet and work the belt out.