SGT SUPER GARAGE TOOLS axle popper kit — 2-piece inner CV axle removal set, low-profile wedge & shim fork, glove included

The SGT SUPER GARAGE TOOLS 12020 2-Piece Axle Popper Kit is a heavy-duty fork-style tool set built to remove inner CV and differential axles from most front-wheel-drive vehicles without harming seals or housings.

This two-piece axle popper kit combines a tapered wedge fork and a full-thickness shim fork plus gloves to offer a controlled, damage-minimizing method for freeing stubborn or corroded inner CV axles. Constructed from one-piece laser-cut steel with an electroplated finish, the 12020 kit is intended to give technicians and DIYers a safer alternative to improvised pry bars and slide hammers when working in tight transmission areas.

How does this tool release stuck inner CV axles?

The forked ends capture the axle housing and distribute force evenly so you can apply measured blows to dislodge the shaft without prying on delicate transmission castings. The tapered wedge concentrates leverage to start movement, while the shim fork fills larger gaps for better contact.

• Fork-style design grips axle housing for balanced force application
• Wedge fork provides leverage to break corrosion or seating
• Shim fork fills wider openings to transfer impact evenly
• Use with light strikes to avoid seal or housing damage

Will this kit fit my vehicle and work in cramped engine bays?

The SGT 12020 kit is made for most front-wheel-drive axles and has a compact profile that accesses narrow transmission openings where bulkier tools cannot fit. The wedge starts at a shallow depth to insert in tight clearances, and the shim helps adapt to varying axle-to-housing gaps.

• Designed for most FWD inner CV and differential axles
• Low-profile wedge entry for restricted spaces
• Two fork shapes cover common gap sizes and fitments
• Works well in garage, shop, and roadside conditions

What materials and finishes ensure durability and safe use?

Manufactured from high-strength steel using one-piece laser cutting, the tools resist bending under repeated impacts. An electroplated surface protects against rust and corrosion so the set keeps its shape and function through heavy shop use.

• One-piece laser-cut steel construction for rigidity
• Electroplated finish for enhanced corrosion resistance
• Full-thickness shim fork to withstand heavy leverage
• Includes gloves to protect hands during removal

How do I use the axle popper safely to avoid damage?

Position the fork so it fully wraps the axle housing and insert the wedge between the transmission and axle. Give controlled, moderate strikes to the fork's head; if the gap is large, switch to the shim fork for proper engagement. Avoid excessive prying or heavy uncontrolled impacts to protect seals and aluminum housings.

• Fit fork around axle housing before striking
• Start with light blows, increasing force only as needed
• Use the shim fork when larger clearance exists
• Do not use as a substitute for a slide hammer on purpose-built applications

Who is this for? The SGT 12020 2-Piece Axle Popper Kit is aimed at professional mechanics, transmission specialists, and experienced home mechanics who service front-wheel-drive vehicles and need a compact, reliable tool to remove inner CV and differential axles without risking damage to seals or housings. It’s especially useful when working in confined engine bays or when axles are corroded or frozen in place and a controlled, fork-style puller is required.