Product description

The Snap-On Column Support Spacer is a critical structural shim used to ensure the perfect alignment and stability of vertical towers on tire changers and similar shop machinery. This spacer is designed to fit between the column base and the main frame, providing a rigid interface that prevents unwanted flexing or tilting under heavy loads. Accurate column alignment is essential for the precision operation of mounting heads and bead breakers, as even a small deviation can lead to improper tool tracking or damage to the rims being serviced. Manufactured to exacting tolerances, this spacer is made from high-strength materials that will not compress or deform over years of heavy use. It is an indispensable part for any service or repair involving the main structural assembly of Snap-On tire service equipment, helping to maintain the original factory specifications for tool geometry and operator safety.

Product highlights

• Ensures precise vertical alignment of machine towers and columns.
• Prevents structural flexing and tilting under heavy service loads.
• Manufactured from high-strength, non-compressible materials.
• Critical for maintaining mounting head accuracy and rim safety.
• Precision-fit design for easy integration into Snap-On structural frames.

Specs

• Manufacturer: Snap-On
• Manufacturer Part Number: st0017228

Direct replacement models

Snap-On st0017228

You will receive the same product or an OEM-Equivalent that meets the highest standard of the OEM with warranty that will be a direct-fit. Manufactured with rigorous industry standards and certified in the USA with superior quality to the OEM.