The ultimate tools for your centerlock wheels
NutCracker HD
Introducing NutCracker: the gamechanger for effortless centerlock wheel handling. Transform wheel removal into a hassle-free one-man job.
- ACCURATE
- HEAVY DUTY
- MADE IN EU
NutCracker Tool Sets
Get NutCracker in bundle with our other tools and save up to $100. Available sets: NutCracker + Wheeldo, NutCracker + TOG, NutCracker + Wheeldo + TOG / TOG Ultimate.
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Now available: Wheeldo – the essential tool for protecting your carbon-ceramic brake rotors and caliper paint during centerlock wheel removal.
Story behind NutCracker
"From my earliest automotive adventures, I've always been hands-on with maintenance and modifications on my cars. However centerlock wheels on my GT3 proved to be a tough nut to crack. Quite literally. As I needed to be able to remove a wheel on a trackday or on my roadtrips around Europe I soon realized I would need a torque multiplication tool of some sort. I have therefore collaborated with a friend with WRC cars experience to develop a specialized centerlock tool and the NutCracker was born. Through rigorous testing, we perfected the design which features an adjustable reaction arm, ensuring precise fitment to any wheel design. Our vision is to empower every car enthusiast to change their centerlock wheels at will."
Gabriel, NutCracker Creator
Let customers speak for us
from 12 reviewsWorking with Gabriel was an absolute pleasure He was response to addressing questions and providing advice on which tools to use. I had used Nutcracker to remove the right front week on my GT3 after experiencing a puncture. Using Nutcracker was simple and straightforward and I would absolutely recommend it as a very cost effective option for removing and mounting center lock wheels.
Was surprised (perhaps I shouldn't have been) by the weight and solidity of the NutCracker. It is very solidly engineered and, when tested, also accurate in its delivery of torque. Happy customer.
Very pleased with complete transaction. Works like a charm.
Ordered the NutCracker so giving my personal experience on it. Didn't get a discount and wasn't asked to post this. First off, ordering was super easy and shipping was surprisingly fast coming from overseas! The storage box is a nice touch for keep safe. Definitely recommend this! It makes changing the wheels sooo much easier! No need for a big huge breaker bar to get them lose and 1/2 drive torque wrench is all that is needed. I often take my wheels off so I can clean them and clean the calipers so this will speed things up. No damage to the wheels and less risk of the big heavy torque wrench falling off or slipping and damaging the vehicle. I followed the instructions and set to the recommended torque of 89ft lbs, and then double check it with Precision Instruments torque wrench, and they both match. If you're on the fence about buying this, don't be!
I had a different lower ratio (3.5:1) torque multiplier without a wheel spoke reaction arm before this.
But having the higher ratio (5:1) and a wheel spoke reaction arm both make the process so much easier. The reaction arm is well padded to distribute force on the wheel spoke and avoid damage.
And the price is excellent compared to other similar devices currently on the market. This really makes the loosening/tightening steps on centerlocks super easy.
Easy to use and practical.
No downsides
I swore I would never have a CL equipped car and I lied to myself when I got a 991.2 GT3RS. Before I could order the bulky 1:! CL torque wrench and breaker bar I read about the NutCracker on RennList. I have used Torque Multipliers in my previous life as a farmer on heavy equipment so I decided to give it a try. I did my 1st CL wheel change today. It was easy with no need for holding the steering wheel just a brake depressor and 1/2 torque wrench and done. Highly recommend. Also less than 1 week from order to delivery :)
Peter
Robust and sturdy. Smooth gearing rotation. Handy carrying case. Case depth seems slightly shallow for the tool causing a slight bulge but this is just a cosmetic or packaging matter. Best value for money compared other peers in its class.
I’m in Calgary Canada and it was shipped on June 14th via FedEx and it arrived at my door in June 21st. Very fast. It is exactly as it looks, high quality, very nice case and works well. Popped the center locks very quickly with way less manual effort. I wanted to stick with my 1/2 inch snap on torque wrench and not get a larger 3/4” one. This solved my issue and keeps my tooling compact.
Got a nice surprise today. My NutCracker showed up and coincidentally I was doing the plug change on the car as well as adding some Resonix fibermat behind the wheel liner of the Touring. The tool is very robust and heavy duty. It appears to be quality made and has the feeling of a tool that will outlast me. I was able to pull my wheels with ease using only a standard 1/2” torque wrench. I now don’t find the wheels any more difficult to remove than 5 lugs. The price is really good value for what you are getting. It comes in a very nice carrying case with a custom foam insert. It is a bit heavy but not unwieldy or difficult to use. Gabriel has been fantastic to chat back and forth with and I highly recommend the Nut Cracker tool as what is probably by far the most cost effective solution to center lock removal.