Eyeball seat removal

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Wonder if anyone has tried this pin tool for eyeballs and bubbler plate removal?

Adjustable Pin Spanner Wrench

Amazing deals on this Adjustable Pin Wrench at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

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Harbor freight $7

 

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All depends what model eyeballs you are looking to remove.

Hayward Inlet Eyeball Removal - Further Reading

www.troublefreepool.com

 

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Ended up getting this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HFFR9RR/ref=ox_sc_act_title_6?smid=A2MBJW8WVQQ3CX&th=1

$11 Amazon pin tool
I figure if the pins are too large to fit in the recesses I can grind them down. Will report back when I receive.

 

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I'll be using the tool I just ordered on this type, fyi.
Return eyeball: AquaStar Large Extended 2" Return fitting with Locking Nut Fiberglass, Part # 1020TSXXX

Bubbler: AquaStar Bubbler Plate, Part #: BPXXX

 

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TopJimmy said:

I'll be using the tool I just ordered on this type, fyi.
Return eyeball: AquaStar Large Extended 2" Return fitting with Locking Nut Fiberglass, Part # 1020TSXXX
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Bubbler: AquaStar Bubbler Plate, Part #: BPXXX
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This removal tool fits the AquaStar jets and claims to work for other major brand return fittings.

You can find more information on page 201 of the AquaStar Catalog.

 

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Yeah I saw that but appears it won’t work for my recessed tabs. It would only work for raised tabs. Aqualink mainly has raised tab fittings.

 

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TopJimmy said:

Yeah I saw that but appears it won’t work for my recessed tabs. It would only work for raised tabs. Aqualink mainly has raised tab fittings.

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A needle-nose pliers works well in those fittings. Just be sure to dry it off when done to prevent rust. A good shot of WD-40 helps as well.

 

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Tool received and I ground down the pins with a bench grinder. Bubbler plate recesses were 3/16” and side jets were 5/16”. Since the tool has pins on both sides, it’s perfect for my set up. Now I can torque it without fear of buggering the plastic.

 

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