Abstract: The present invention provides a device and method for lifting. The device has a handle member configured to be grasped by a user, joined to a lifting arm which is configured to engage an object to be lifted. The handle member and the lifting arm are rigidly connected at a vertex and form an obtuse angle therebetween. Further, the device has at least one wheel coupled thereto near the vertex, which allows forward and backward displacement of the device during the raising and lowering an object.

Abstract: A hinge pin removal and starter device is disclosed, comprising a bar portion having a first and second end portion. The first end portion of said bar tapers to a flattened tip having a concave edge. A cylindrical projection adjacent the opposite butt end protrudes from said second end portion a generally perpendicular direction thereto. The tip of said first end portion is adapted for forcible insertion between the head of a hinge pin and a hinge, to wedge the hinge pin and hinge apart and detach said pin from said hinge plate. The cylindrical projection adjacent said second end portion is adapted to be placed in abutting relation to said pin opposite the head of said pin and a force applied against the pin through the cylindrical projection, to at least partially displace said pin from the hinge plate into which the pin is inserted.

Abstract: A lever-action vehicle lift for lifting a from the ground surface. The lift frame defines a vehicle contacting section and a fulcrum section for rotatably supporting the lever frame when the latter is pivoted about the ground surface. A spacing section is solidly attached between the vehicle contacting section and the fulcrum section for maintaining the vehicle contacting section and the fulcrum section in a first predetermined spaced relationship relative to each other. The vehicle contacting section and the fulcrum section are positioned in a common geometrical plane. A lever handle is pivotally attached to the lever frame by a handle pivotal connection so as to allow the lever handle to pivot about a lever pivoting axis extending in the common geometrical plane.

Abstract: A demolition-leverage tool including a straight tube or pipe handle connecting at the base of the tube or pipe to a prying member attached at a right angle to the handle, a pivot bar attached at the base of the pipe handle where it intersects with the prying bar, disposed crosswise thereof, is a pivot bar being in operative juxtaposition to the prying member to serve as an off-center pivot point in relation to the prying member and when a force is applied to the handle portion of the tool, the demolition-leverage tool also has a detachable pad that connects to the pivot point of the tool, therefore allowing the tool not to sink into soft earth while the prying bar in underneath an object and sufficient force is applied to the handle as to raise the item underneath the prying bar.

Abstract: A new snowmobile jack that does not require the hands or fingers of the user to be anywhere near the jack when raising and lowering the snowmobile. The jack comprises a T-bar that moves telescopically vertically to support a rear handle/tow bar on a snowmobile. A mechanical linkage operated by a first foot pedal raises and lowers the T-bar. A second mechanical device on the jack includes a positive latch operated by a second foot pedal. The latch positively prevents the first foot pedal and linkage from lowering the T-bar. Both foot pedals must be simultaneously depressed to release the latch and allow the T-bar to descend. The simultaneous action with two feet makes very unlikely any inadvertent lowering of the jack and obviates the need for the user to reach down to the jack with the hands.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises a pair of smooth linear rods, each of the rods providing a first rod end and a second rod end, the first rod end of each of the rods having a first blind bore therein, and the second rod end of each of the rods having a second blind bore therein. A coiled spring is integrally engaged between the dual linear rods. The coiled spring provides a pair of opposing terminal spring ends, one of each of the terminal spring ends integrally engaged in the first blind bore of each rod. The second blind bore of each of the linear rods is adapted for accepting a wheel lug therein.

Abstract: A door liftinng device for lifting a door into an installation position. The door lifting device includes a lever member being longitudinal, curved from a first end to near a second end which is curved away from the top side of the lever member; and also includes a fulcrum member being semi-circular shaped and being securely attached to the bottom side of the lever member near the first end thereof; and further includes a door abutment member securely attached to the top side of the lever member and being disposed closer to the first end than is the fulcrum member so that a door can be mounted between the door abutment member and the first end of the lever member.

Abstract: A gardening tool for pulling weeds and other digging work. The gardening tool includes a rod. The rod is elongate and has a first end and a second end. The first end has a well extending therein. The rod has a hole extending therethrough. The hole is positioned generally adjacent to the first end and extending through the well. At least one head has a first portion securely coupled to a second portion. The first portion comprises a cylinder, which is removably extendable in the well. The cylinder has an opening extending therethrough and orientated generally perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the cylinder. A first of the heads has a second portion comprises a plate. The plate generally is in a plane orientated parallel to the longitudinal axis. A free end of the plate extends outwardly away from the first portion. Each of a plurality of spikes is integrally coupled to and extends away from the free end of the plate.

Abstract: An apparatus for manually locking and/or unlocking the parts of a vehicle seat includes a housing part and a lever part reaching through an opening in the housing part. The housing part has at least one spring mechanism that latches the lever part in at least one position inside of the opening.

Abstract: A pry bar capable of removing boards while minimizing damage during removal so that the boards may be reused. The pry bar having a handle, a cross bar, and two pairs of pry arms with each pair having a different length. The handle forms an acute angle with one pair of pry arms and an obtuse angle with the other pair of pry arms. Either pair of pry arms is placed behind the board to be removed then force is exerted against the handle to remove the board.

Abstract: A manhole cover removing tool includes an elongated body having an upper end with a handle attached and a lower end defining a pivot area. A first elongated member is attached to the body so as to extend generally transversely therefrom in a first direction and terminate in a pointed end designed to engage an open pick hole type of manhole cover. A second elongated member is attached to the body so as to extend generally transversely therefrom in a second direction, generally opposite to the first direction, and terminate in a flattened end designed to engage a recessed pick hole type of manhole cover. In a preferred embodiment the handle, elongated body and one of the first and second elongated members are formed integrally from a single metal rod.

Abstract: A compact, hand-operable stand for quickly and easily elevating one end of a motorcycle, including (i) a longitudinally elongated base assembly with a foot plate extending from one end, (ii) a mounting assembly pivotably attached to the base assembly, and (iii) a support assembly secured to the mounting assembly for pivoting in combination with the mounting assembly between a clearance position and a support position. The mounting assembly bears against the base assembly when pivoted into the support position and includes multiple sites where the support assembly can be attached to the mounting assembly so as to permit the distance between the support assembly and the base assembly to be changed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hand held tool, for lifting a railway tie plate to the base of a railroad rail and holding the tie plate in position so tie plate will not move downward or laterally when railway workers install retainer clips that hold tie plate to the base of the rail. This tool will offer a safer and more efficient way to perform this task whether it is new or old construction.

Abstract: A tool for lifting and removing heavy lids, such as manhole covers and similar articles. The tool includes an elongate lever with a handgrip at the upper end and a pivot head at the lower end. Wheels on the pivot head provide a pivot axis, with a hook being mounted in front of the pivot axis and a footplate being mounted behind the axis. The hook is inserted in an opening in the lid, and the lid is then lifted and removed by pulling back on the lever and stepping down on the footplate. After removal, the lid can be transported by rolling the assembly over the ground using the wheels. The invention thus facilitates removal and installation of heavy lids with minimal strain and potential injury to the operator.

Abstract: A manhole cover removing tool includes an elongated body having an upper end with a handle attached and a lower end defining a pivot area. A first elongated member is attached to the body so as to extend generally transversely therefrom in a first direction and terminate in a pointed end designed to engage an open pick hole type of manhole cover. A second elongated member is attached to the body so as to extend generally transversely therefrom in a second direction, generally opposite to the first direction, and terminate in a flattened end designed to engage a recessed pick hole type of manhole cover. In a preferred embodiment the handle, elongated body and one of the first and second elongated members are formed integrally from a single metal rod.

Abstract: A tool for manipulating the reciprocable lever of a cargo strap buckle ratchet winch has an elongate shank, a C-configuration transverse handle at one end of the shank and a fulcrum plate at the other end for engagement with the strap winch lever. The plate has a planar proximal section attached to the shank and parallel with the transverse handle, and a planar distal section remote from the shank and extending at an obtuse handle with respect to the proximal section. A foot portion of the fulcrum plate extends at a right angle to the distal section, to engage a fulcrum surface.

Abstract: A portable hydraulic floor jack has a saddle member with an axial stem that is provided with an end collar having a flattened side surface. This permits the saddle member to be rotated to a singular orientation in which the flattened side surface of the end collar can bypass a locking pin that is permanently installed transversely of the receiving opening for the stem of the saddle member.

Abstract: A manhole cover engaging tool includes a first and second L-shaped member. The first and second L-shaped members are hingedly attached along a shank of the first and second L-shaped members. A first plate is attached to a first end of a first L-shaped member. A second plate is attached to a first end of the second L-shaped members. The first plate and the second plate configure to cooperate with a lever when the manhole cover engaging tool is in an engaging position.

Abstract: A leverage tool for opening lower halves of firmly sticking double-hung windows consisting of a vertical fulcrum and lever assembly small enough to be placed on inner window sills yet sturdy enough to overcome the resistive forces that cause windows to stick. Accessory focal or lifting points necessary to facilitate the leveraging action of the tool and to minimize the possiblity of damage to the frame or sill incidental to a leveraging operation are supplied. They are to be attached by the user to window frames lacking a suitable focal point, preferably close to the central portion of the bottom frame member. To leverage open a sticking window frame, bottom crossbars on the lever are placed under the focal point. Another set of crossbars an inch above the lower set are then positioned within one of the lower ratcheting indents on the fulcrum When the tool is positioned as described, the fulcrum will be resting on an inner window sill with the lever's handle portion facing away from the window frame.

Abstract: A serpentine belt tool is provided allowing convenient release of tension on automobile serpentine belts having spring-loaded tensioners. The tool fits in the space within the tensioner behind the idler pulley arm, allowing the user to work above the engine, and avoiding other more cumbersome methods. The tool is configured specifically for use with certain Ford automobiles.

Abstract: A self-adjusting furniture lifting bracket assembly preferably for lifting furniture to provide access to the floor under the furniture, has movable furniture support members mounted on an intermediate support spacing the support members apart. At least one of the support members move in an arc due to a bias member located proximate at least one of the support members.

Abstract: A jack adapter has a mounting plate with a base plate and a pair of flanges extending from the base plate. A cushion has a non-absorbent outer cover and a nonabsorbent fill material enclosed within the outer cover. The outer cover has an air release vent. The cover also has a fill opening for removing and filling the cover with material. A closure is coupled to the cover for closing the fill opening.

Abstract: A compact, hand-operable stand for quickly and easily elevating a motorcycle, including (i) a base assembly, and (ii) a support assembly pivotably attached to the base assembly for pivoting about a longitudinal axis between a clearance position and a support position, and including a pair of transversely spaced support arms and a means for effecting simultaneous pivoting of both support arms between the clearance and support positions.

Abstract: A converter allows a user to convert a conventional car jack from a non-specialized, general service variety into a specialty transmission jack. The car jack has a low, wheeled frame; a handle; a boom extending between a base end pivoted to the frame near the handle and an opposite end formed with a seat portion; and a hydraulic cylinder stretching between the frame and the boom which is actuated by pumping the jack handle to raise the boom. The seat portion of the boom is formed with a socket. The car jack conventionally is provided with a conventional cup having a stem which allows removable seating in the socket of the jack's boom. The converter head has a base plate defining a plane; a stem beneath the base plate for removable seating in the socket of the jack's boom; four or so arms extending between a butt end and a tip end; and cap screws threaded through the tip end of each arm. The cap screws allow adjustment in length and provide upper contact ends for propping a vehicle transmission thereon.

Abstract: A manually usable bumper repair tool formed of a steel shank with a first hook end and a second hook end, each of which hook ends curves to a thin edge adapted for prying underneath and clasping a portion of a bumper or other sheet metal structure. The steel shank is provided with one or more apertures for engaging a lever bar of suitable length. One of the thin edges is placed under a portion of a bumper surface and the lever bar is positioned through one of the apertures. For exerting maximum force, apertures distally disposed from the engaged hook end may be used. Using a wall of the aperture as the fulcrum, by rotatably and pivotally applying a force on the lever bar, a linear or angular force may be applied at the work surface so that the structure is straightened, or pulled or pushed into its original design shape.

Abstract: A non power tool for facilitating the unassisted installation of heavy doors. The tool consists of a lever assembly (FIG. 1) and a rotatable fulcrum assembly (FIG. 2). The door mounting platform (18) end of lever (10) is placed under the approximate center of the door and by applying foot pressure to the foot rest (19) or opposite end of the lever a heavy door may be lifted off the ground to the exact height necessary to engage the door fasteners while being balanced vertically by one hand of the installer. By applying side pressure to the lever (10) while maintaining lift pressure, the door may be swung into the opening by rotating the fulcrum assembly (FIG. 2) around a turntable bearing (14) intermeshing the two parts of the hinge and allowing the installer to set the hinge pins in place with his free hand. A soft cushioning material (15) separates the tool from what may be a finished floor surface thereby eliminating the possibility of damage to the floor.

Abstract: An electrical plug extraction device 10 including an elongated handle member 20 having a curved lever portion 21 and having a first 30 and a second 40 plug gripping element formed on the opposite ends 22, 23 of the handle member 20. Each plug gripping element 30, 40 has an opening provided with a pair of ridged tooth inserts 31, 41 dimensioned to engage a portion of an electrical cord or plug 100 for the purpose of removing a plug 101 from an electrical socket 200.

Abstract: A device for dismantling roofing materials from a roof. The device is used for removing nails, shingles, ice, carpets, sheathing and to chop through a roof for fire fighting purposes. The body of the device is cast steel. Wings or a cam allow the device to be used on the side of a 2.times.4, rather than being centered over a 2.times.4. The cast steel imparts heft to the device to make the process of dismantling easier. Webbed or rounded root teeth on the leading edge facilitate ripping of shingles and nails. Various embodiments have a sledge hammer, an ax head, a pickhead, a prybar, a pike tool, a ripper, and wings.

Abstract: A combined lift and stand for vehicles includes a pair of spaced side rails connected by upper and lower cross bars. Each side rail has a foot section and an arcuate section, the arcuate sections comprising a pair of cooperating rockers. A connector for attachment to a vehicle such as a golf cart is located on the upper cross bar. The lower cross bar has a lever sleeve in which is slidably disposed an elongated lever arm. The elongated lever arm is used to pivot or rock the combined lift and stand around the rockers so that the vehicle is elevated to a maintenance position. Once in the maintenance position, the elongated lever arm is slid under the vehicle so that the vehicle is stabilized and cannot roll off of the combined lift and stand.

Abstract: A lifting apparatus which engages and lifts the rear end of a snowmobile and provides a method of locking the snowmobile in an elevated position by the use of a retaining pin. The base of the apparatus consists of a ground engaging frame having a perpendicularly attached and vertically extending section that supports a wide shield. The purpose of this shield is to protect users and bystanders from ice, dirt and snow that is ejected out from under the snowmobile. The lifting mechanism consists of a vertically adjustable snowmobile engaging post. This post is connected to a lifting plate which travels vertically along a center frame member. The plate engages the center frame member with a pair of rollers, one roller in front of the frame member and a second behind. A curved pivot lift bar is attached to the lifting plate and extends upward to a center pivot arm that is pivotally connected to the center frame member. The center pivot arm also has fixedly attached a lift lever.

Abstract: A door-hanging jack for adjustably supporting doors in door openings while installing doors in building structures. The jack structure has a generally triangular base with a pivoted rectangular framework secured to the top and has a structural angle shaped door-supporting member on one side overlying one edge of the triangular base. A threaded member at an apex of the triangle provides movement of the door supporting member through the interaction of a female threaded member having foot engageable handles.

Abstract: A snowmobile dolly comprising a first elongated member; a plurality of wheels disposed along the first elongated member; a second elongated member; a mount for securing the second elongated member relative to the first elongated member so that a longitudinal axis of the first elongated member and the second elongated member are substantially parallel to each other, the second elongated member being sized so as to support a front end of the snowmobile; a third elongated member having a first end portion which is attached to an end of the first elongated member; and a hook for securing a back end of the snowmobile to the third elongated member so as to substantially balance the snowmobile on the second elongated member.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for transferring a weight of chain link mesh fence and holding the fence in position while a single installer secures the fence. The apparatus includes a lever arm, at least one tip for engaging an intersection of chain link mesh, a pivot point between the lever arm and tip, a hook attached to the lever arm by a flexible tether or connector which allows the chain link mesh to remain in place once engaged. The installer first places the pivot point on the fence post and pivots the chain link mesh upward to the desired height. Then the installer attaches the hook to an intersection of fence so that the flexible tether is taut. Once done, the forces are balanced on each side of the pivot point of the apparatus and the installer can release the tool and work with both hands to install the fence.

Abstract: A motorcycle stand apparatus includes a base frame assembly which includes two longitudinal frame members and a transverse frame member connected between the two longitudinal frame members. A first leg assembly is provided, and a pair of first leg bottom pivots are connected between a bottom end of the first leg assembly and the two longitudinal frame members. A second leg assembly has a top end and a bottom end, and a pair of second leg bottom pivots are connected between the bottom end of the second leg assembly and the two longitudinal frame members. A lift platform has a first platform side and a second platform side. A pair of first leg top pivots are connected between the top end of the first leg assembly and the first platform side and the second platform side. A pair of second leg top pivots are connected between the top end of the second leg assembly and the first platform side and the second platform side. Pull cables are connected between a push plate assembly and the first leg assembly.

Abstract: A lifting and support device for elevating self-propelled lawn mowers or lawn tractors comprising, a support frame having wheels with adjustable equipment engagement and stabilization brackets extending therefrom. An activation bar handle extending from said support frame in an angular relation thereto so that the elevated lawn mower equipment moves past a vertical lift line for stabilization.

Abstract: A hand operated post and pole extraction device for removing a pole or post from the ground. The device includes a frame assembly having a base section, a vertical frame member extending therefrom and a plurality of leverage arms each extending along the length of and substantially perpendicular to the vertical frame member. A handle assembly is pivotally held atop one of the plurality of leverage arms and a chain assembly is removably connected to one end of the handle assembly. When the chain assembly is wrapped around the pole or post and a force is applied to one end of the handle assembly towards the ground, the handle assembly is caused to pivot about the leverage arm applying a force to the opposite end connected to the chain assembly and the pole or post in a direction away from the ground causing the pole or post to be extracted from the ground. The frame assembly also includes an upright support member extending at an angle from the vertical frame member providing additional support thereto.

Abstract: A compact, hand-operable stand for quickly and easily elevating a motorcycle, including (i) a base assembly, and (ii) a support assembly pivotably attached to the base assembly for pivoting about a longitudinal axis between a clearance position and a support position, and including a pair of transversely spaced support arms and a means for effecting simultaneous pivoting of both support arms between the clearance and support positions.

Abstract: A device for manually moving or displacing sections or sheet metal includes at least one hand lever which has at one end a handle and at the other end a gripping arm connected in an articulated joint to the hand lever so as to be capable of swivelling about a transverse axis. The hand lever further has an abutment located opposite the gripping arm. Frictionally engaging tensioning elements for limiting the free swivelling capability of the gripping arm relative to the hand lever are integrated in the articulated joint between the gripping and the hand lever.

Abstract: Alternate methods of adjusting orientation of a wall are disclosed. The first such method includes the steps of establishing a fulcrum on a floor a predetermined distance from the wall, placing a lever in contact with the floor fulcrum, placing a push bar between the lever and the wall, and pushing against the lever towards the wall, whereby the push bar pushes the wall away from the lever. The second or alternate such method of adjusting orientation of a wall includes the steps of establishing a fulcrum on a floor a predetermined distance from the wall, placing a lever in contact with the floor fulcrum, connecting one end of a flexible line assembly to the lever and connecting the other end of the flexible line assembly to the wall, pulling the lever away from the wall, whereby the flexible line assembly pulls the wall towards the lever.

Abstract: A method and mechanism for hitching and unhitching a fifth wheel trailer to and from a towing vehicle, including an elongate tool having a hooked end portion and a handle portion. The tool allows an operator to stand next to the towing vehicle and reach into the bed of the vehicle with the tool to operate the hitch mechanism. The hooked end portion of the tool can be used to engage a handle portion of the latch mechanism for shifting the handle to and from its latching and unlatching positions. The hooked end portion can also be used to shift a pivot plate to and from its ball confining position. The hooked end portion can also be used to open and close a door which generally encloses the ball hitch.

Abstract: An improved device is provided for lifting the drum of a concrete mixer vehicle, wherein the drum has an encircling ring structure. The device includes a body mechanism having a body side wall and an inverted cup with a cavity for receiving a jack, a clamp mechanism wherein a cleat lower wall thereof is slidably adjustable relative to a lower wall of the body mechanism such that a cleat side wall is adjustable toward and away from the body side wall to clamp the ring structure between the body side wall and the cleat side wall, and a stabilizing mechanism for stabilizing the body mechanism relative to the mixer vehicle drum. The device may also include an adapter configured to also be slidably adjustable relative to either the body side wall or the cleat side wall.

Abstract: A new Apparatus for Assisting the lifting of Rigid Sheet Materials for lifting and holding a sheet of wallboard or plywood in an elevated position above a bottom board so that it can be nailed in place. The inventive device includes a foot lever and fulcrum and an extendible lift arm pivotally attached thereto.

Abstract: A manhole cover extractor for loosening and lifting a cover by using rods in slots in the top of the cover or drain holes in the cover, the extractor having an elongated head with one end shaped as a sledge hammer and the other end shaped as a tapered, curved arm having a rounded bottom with a pointed pry tip. The curvature of the arm is along a tangent to the bottom center of the arm to position the pry tip under a rod or in a drain hole to engage the bottom of the cover. Serration's on the top of the arm to seat a rod in the slot or a drain hole. A hole in the center of the head receives a handle for swinging the sledge hammer to loosen the cover and to act as a lever for the pry tip when the handle is lifted and pulled.

Abstract: A tool for lifting the fork rod of a diesel engine for ready replacement of a fork blade. The lifting tool includes a base having an upper arcuate edge for engagement with a maintenance manhole of the diesel engine. A fulcrum plate projects from the base and has a bore formed therethrough. A two-shafted lifting arm has a complementary bore for pivotal movement with respect to the base by insertion of a fulcrum shaft through the aligned bores. A handle is insertable into one of the shafts, and a fork into the other. The fork includes a fork head having a pair of spaced apart tongs including means for engagement with the fork rod. By depressing the handle, the fork arm may be pivoted into a raised position, thus lifting the fork rod when it is engaged with the tongs. Means are also provided for fixing the fork head into the raised position.

Abstract: A commercial mower support stand includes a cradle at its top that is adapted to engage a lifting bar that is secured to the front or rear end of a lawn mower, golf cart, or other light vehicle. The cradle is supported by a plurality of upstanding rigid legs that are secured at their respective lowermost ends to a base plate. A pair of laterally spaced apart support legs support a forward end of the base plate and a pair of laterally spaced apart wheels support the rearward end of the base plate when the stand is in its upright position on a support surface. A tube mounted at a predetermined angle to the base plate slidingly receives an elongate leverage handle that is used to manipulate the stand as needed when lifting and lowering a preselected end of a light vehicle. The stand includes storage receptacles for the leverage handle, replacement mower blades, a lubrication gun, or other items and tools.

Abstract: A lift for positioning and supporting a work item vertically during installation while fastening devices are put in place includes a base member, a pivoting lever member supported by a pivot in the base member and a locking device for locking the lever member at a selected position. The lever member includes a pedal portion sized to receive a workboot of a worker. The locking device includes a jamming wedge received through an aperture in the lever member whereby concurrent bias by the workboot on the pedal portion and against the locking device raises the lever member and locks the lever member at the selected position. An alternative embodiment uses a pawl and ratchet assembly as the jamming wedge.

Abstract: A lifting device particularly suitable for snowmobiles includes a frame with ground engaging feet, a lever pivotally mounted on the frame and connected to a load engaging post which is raised upon movement of the lever from an upper to a lower position, and a latch for holding the lever in its lower position to hold the post in its raised position. A safety catch is movably mounted on the lever for movement relative to the lever between an operative position, in which it prevents release of the lever from its latched position, and an inoperative position in which the lever can be moved from the lower to the upper position after release of the latch.

Abstract: A new Tandem Axle Trailer Pin Leverage Handle System for facilitating the extraction of a tandem axle trailer pin for repositioning of the axles of the tandem axle trailer. The inventive device includes an elongated handle, a first and second plate secured distally apart to the handle, an elongated rod pivotally attached mesial the plates, and a hooked end secured to the rod opposite of the plates for engaging the tandem axle trailer pin. Preferably, there is a first aperture and a second aperture projecting traversely through the plates for allowing selective positioning of the rod for older style trailers or modern style trailers. The end of the handle engages a trailer box simultaneously as the hooked end engages the pin thereby leveraging upon the pin for extracting a frozen or rusted pin.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for pulling fence posts having fulcrum stand (B) with an action lever (A) movably connected to one end (A1) of fulcrum stand (B) by hinge (B2). A receiving box (A2f), for encompassing the object to be moved, is connected to the action lever (A). An action handle (A3) is attached to the receiving box (A2f) and the fulcrum stand (B), and a moveable gripping pawl (A2d) is connected to the action handle (A3) for engaging the object to be pulled as the action handle (A3) is raised. The movable gripping pawl (A2d) includes two edges, an engagement edge and a non-engagement edge, and a connector (A2g) to connect the gripping pawl (A2d) to the action handle (A3) so that the object to be pulled is raised by the engagement edge as the action handle (A3) is raised.

Abstract: A lumber straightening apparatus includes generally a force application section and a lumber engaging section. In a preferred application, the lumber engaging section is inserted over a stud being secured as part of a stud wall. Force is applied to the force application section to cause a first end of the stud to rotate relative to a second end of the stud. After rotation and upon positioning the first end in proper alignment and orientation relative to a cross piece, the first end is secured to a cross piece in a parallel and square manner relative to the cross piece.