Automatic Taping Tool

Automatic Drywall Taper w/ Quick-Clean Head [2nd Gen]

  • SKU: 4-760 | UPC: 815966020005
SKU:
4-760
UPC:
815966020005

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  • ULTRA FAST TAPING | Significantly increases drywall taping efficiency by applying the first bed of mud and tape in one pass.
  • GROW YOUR BUSINESS | The LEVEL5 automatic taper enables you to increase your job throughput and profitability - without compromising the finish quality your customers expect.
  • SMOOTH OPERATION | All components are precision machined using the highest quality aluminum, stainless steel and composite materials. The LEVEL5 automatic taper performs flawlessly.
  • EASY CLEANUP | New QUICK-CLEAN head features a simple thumb screw to remove the cover plate for easy access and cleaning.
  • RELIABLE, LONG-TERM PERFORMANCE | LEVEL5 automatic drywall finishing tools have the highest reliability record in the industry. They have a hard-earned reputation as workhorse tools you can trust.

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Overview

The LEVEL5 Automatic Drywall Taper is used to simultaneously apply the optimal amount of joint compound and tape to wall and ceiling joints. This automatic taper is a true workhorse in the industry.

Every component has been carefully designed to ensure the auto taper is lightweight while providing the highest durability, reliability, and corrosion resistance. The fit, finish and ultra-smooth operation of the LEVEL5 Automatic Taper are unparalleled at this value point.

Every LEVEL5 Automatic Taper [2nd Gen] also includes:

  • (3) additional cutting blades
  • (3) additional tape advancing needles
  • (1) replacement creaser wheel spring
  • (1) tape jam tool
  • (2) garden hose nozzle adapters (for easy cleanup)
  • (1) gooseneck cleaning brush
level5 automatic drywall taper in use
level5 automatic drywall taper in use

2ND GENERATION ENHANCEMENTS

  • A new hollow drive wheel reduces weight and operates with less compound accumulation.
  • All hardware mounting bands upgraded to stainless steel for a tighter grip and increased durability.
  • New robotically-welded, one-piece stainless steel push rod assembly and precision machined one-piece stainless steel drive sprocket provide greater strength and long-term durability.
  • A lighter-weight cutter spring provides easier tape cutting.
  • Cutter rod guide is now precision machined and hard-coat anodized for smoother operation.
  • Cutter change rod now hard-coat anodized for smoother operation.
  • Cutter change rod also features a new design for easy removal.
  • A new proprietary urethane rubber internal plunger cup provides smoother operation, 100% seal and long wear life.
  • The tape roll assembly has been upgraded to machined billet aluminum with hard-coat anodizing and the design has been updated for easier tape roll loading.
  • An adjustable tensioner on tape spool ensures the tape roll can’t free wheel when its not under load.
  • A heavier gauge tape roll keeper rod doesn’t bend under the weight of the tape roll.
  • The creaser trigger and its mounting base have been upgraded to precision- machined billet aluminum with hard-coat anodizing.

TIPS & TRICKS

  • We recommend you use general purpose finishing compound or general purpose “lightweight” finishing compound. You can also use “machine mud” which is designed specifically for automatic finishing tools, but it can be more expensive and harder to source. DO NOT use any type of durabond or “hot muds”, as these fast setting compounds could harden inside your automatic taper - requiring you to break your taper down and manually clean every component.
  • When you first start using the automatic taper, it is suggested you practice using it on scrap drywall or a practice board, so you can get a feel for:
    • Getting the correct mud consistency. It should be thin enough so that the taper runs smoothly along the seam, but thick enough that the tape remains in place on the wall
    • Setting the drive wheel brake. The drive wheel brake ensures the drive wheel doesn’t spin backwards when you pull the taper off the wall due to pressure from the cable - as this will create gaps in the mud that is applied behind the tape. You want the brake to be set just enough so that there is not any noticeable resistance and the taper moves smoothly along the seams.
    • Setting the tape advancing (“gooser”) needle. The automatic taper is set up from the LEVEL5 factory to be used with paper tape. If you are using Fibafuse mesh tape, which is slightly thicker, you will need to back off the advancing needle so that the tape advances correctly when you activate the cutting mechanism.
  • PRO TIP: Each time to start a new seam run, charge/load the head of the automatic taper with compound by doing a quick 5 to 6” spin of your drive wheel against the wall without advancing the tape; this will ensure that when the tape advances it is fully coated with compound.
  • On flat seams, always use the automatic taper at a slight angle to the wall or ceiling so that only one side of the drive wheel is touching. If you run the taper flat against the wall, too much of the joint compound will squeeze out from behind the tape.
  • PRO TIP: During a long flat seam run on a ceiling, rock the taper from one side of the drive wheel to the other side every 2 - 3 feet; this action will ensure the mud and tape stays in place until you’ve had a chance to bed the tape down with a trailing knife.
  • On inside corner seams, keep your taper as close to 45 degrees as possible, so that both wheels are touching the two walls or the ceiling and the wall. This will make sure tape is centered correctly in the seam as you push it in place with the creaser wheel.
  • Inside corners generally have more drag than flat seams. When taping these angles, give yourself a few extra inches of lead tape at the start of the run. This extra tape will compensate for any movement in the tape as you move across the seam.
  • When you get to the end of a seam or a corner, cut the tape 3” to 4” before you finish. Then let the remaining tape roll over the drive wheel and into the corner. With a little practice, you will be able to cut to the perfect length every time.
  • PRO TIP: If you feel that you have cut the tape a little short, gently pull up on the tape with your hand from partway down the wall. You should be able to center the tape a bit and close the gap.
  • Always stop the automatic taper completely before activating the control sleeve to cut the tape. Otherwise the tape won’t cut properly at a right angle to the taper and could double cut even jam up your tape.
  • Before you use your automatic taper, always oil up all moving parts liberally with 3-in-1 machine oil. DO NOT use the original WD-40, as it is caustic and will break down your gaskets and plunger. In fact, we don’t recommend you use any lubrication that is in a spray can, unless you know what the propellant is. Often it is benzyne, which is also very hard on gaskets and seals. We highly recommend common machine oil such as 3-in-ONE
  • Once you’ve finished cleaning your taper, we suggest liberally coating all moving parts and the inside of the tube with 3-in-ONE oil again. It will displace the water and reduce any opportunity for corrosion.
  • PRO TIP: You can make short work of cleaning your taper by getting a small electric pressure washer.
  • When cleaning your automatic taper do not force the plunger towards the head by jamming a rod, stick or anything else from the bottom and pushing against it. This could cause your cable to become caught up at the head and potentially snap it.
  • PRO TIP: Automatic tapers have several small wearable parts. To minimize any downtime on the jobsite, we recommend you purchase an in-field repair kit (#5-815) that includes most of parts that are often replaced - blades, needles, cable, springs, etc.

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Warranty

7-Year Warranty

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

LEVEL5 makes workhorse drywall finishing tools that set the standard for quality & reliability.

We back all of our tools with the strongest warranties in the industry and work hard to provide our family of finishers with the best customer service possible.

Do you have questions about your LEVEL5 Tool(s)? Call our toll-free support line at 866.562.4229 (local: 913.631.0804) or send us an email at support@level5tools.com. Our support team is available Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4pm Central Time.

Manufacturer's  Warranty

For its full line of automatic drywall finishing tools and accessories, LEVEL5 Tools, LLC. ("LEVEL5") offers a full seven (7) year warranty to the original owner that these products will be free from defects in material and function. This warranty is valid only in the USA, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom and Europe. A one (1) year warranty applies in all other countries/markets.

Terms & Conditions

  • The Warranty applies to the original owner and is not transferable.
  • The Warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the product, and does not cover direct, indirect, consequential, incidental or any other type of damage resulting from its use.
  • The Warranty does not cover normal wear, misuse, negligence, fire, theft, loss or intentional damage.
  • All shipments to the LEVEL5 facility must be freight paid. LEVEL5 reserves the right to determine whether to repair or replace any product covered under the Warranty. Discontinued products may be replaced with newer models when necessary.
Parts & Components

Parts and Components

Taper Wheel Assembly (7218) 2G

Compatible with SKU(s): 4-760

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SCHEMATIC #
#
PART #
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
1
7047
4-40 x3/16 Bind Head Screw
$1.00
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2
7070
8-32 x 1/4 FH Screw
$1.00
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3
7077
Taper Wheel
$14.00
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4
7078
Taper Wheel Spool
$28.66
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5
7090
Drive hub
$15.00
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Gooser Assembly (7293) 2G

Compatible with SKU(s): 4-760

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SCHEMATIC #
#
PART #
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
1
7010
6-32 x 5/16 Round Head Screw
$1.00
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2
7019
Needle Spring
$3.00
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3
7022
Needle Holder Lock
$2.64
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4
7025
Magnet Assembly
$10.12
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5
7030
4-40 x 1/4 Bind Head Screw
$1.00
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6
7031
#4 Lock Washer
$1.00
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7
7040
Needle Gooser
$1.00
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8
7041
Gooser Needle Holder
$9.59
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9
7042
6-32X3/16 Fillister Head Screw
$1.00
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10
7293
Gooser Assembly
$115.99
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Cover Plate Assembly (Old Style)

Compatible with SKU(s): 4-760

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SCHEMATIC #
#
PART #
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
1
7013
#6 Lockwasher Medium
$1.00
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2
7014
Collar Bushing
$3.25
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3
7015
#6-32 Thin Pattern Locknut
$1.00
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4
7016
Disengaging Cam
$6.00
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5
7017
6-32 x 3/8 Bind Head Screw
$1.00
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6
7028
Disengaging Rod (shaft)
$9.64
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7
7029
Bracket Base
$5.23
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8
7032
O'Ring Housing
$14.47
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9
7033
O'Ring
$0.47
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10
7034
Disengaging Rod Bearing
$8.76
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11
7042
6-32X3/16 Fillister Head Screw
$1.00
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12
7126
4-40 x 5/16 BH Screw- Fastenal 70657
$1.00
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13
7248
4-40 Lock Nut
$1.00
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14
7650
Top Cover Plate
$16.00
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15
7652
E-Clip
$1.00
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16
7653
Plastic Clip
$1.00
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17
7654
Cover Plate Knob
$9.99
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18
7655
Bottom Removable Cover Plate
$ $-
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19
7656
Bottom Half Cover Plate Assembly
$60.00
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Cutter Chain Assembly (9333) 2G

Compatible with SKU(s): 4-760

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SCHEMATIC #
#
PART #
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
1
7054
Key Ring
$1.00
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2
7111
Pyramid Blade
$2.00
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3
7112
Cutter Block Clamp
$11.00
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4
7116
1/16 x 1/2in Cotter Pin Fastenal 74268
$1.00
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5
7136
4-40 x 6.3MM FLH Screw, Phillips
$3.00
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6
7177
#10 Brass Washer
$1.00
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7
7332
Cutter Chain without Spring
$65.00
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8
9108
Cutter Chain Spring
$12.00
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9
9333
Cutter Assembly
$85.00
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10
9916
AT Wing Nut
$1.00
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11
9917
AT Key Ring Holder
$16.00
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Taper Head Assembly 2G

Compatible with SKU(s): 4-760

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SCHEMATIC #
#
PART #
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
1
7005
Lock Roller Assembly (Brake)
$10.00
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2
7012
#6-32 x 1/4 Fillister Head
$1.00
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3
7013
#6 Lockwasher Medium
$1.00
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4
7020
Chain Keeper
$1.00
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5
7031
#4 Lock Washer
$1.00
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6
7035
Anvil
$12.00
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7
7037
Chain Roller Support (Right)
$8.24
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8
7038
2/56 x 1/8 Bind Head Screw
$1.00
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9
7039
Baffle Plate Assembly
$12.88
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10
7047
4-40 x3/16 Bind Head Screw
$1.00
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11
7050
3-48 Lock Nut
$1.00
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12
7051
Valve Spring
$3.00
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13
7053
Valve Assembly
$10.00
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14
7063
Bearing Nyliner
$1.50
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15
7071
Bushing, Head
$8.40
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16
7072
3-48 Miniature Hex Nut
$1.00
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17
7075
6-32 x 1/2 Fillister Head Screw
$1.00
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18
7081
Bushing Head
$7.20
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19
7083
Tape Guide Assembly
$50.00
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20
7087
SS UCFSL MS 4-40 x 1/8 FH Screw
$1.00
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21
7088
6-32 X 1/4 FH Screw
$1.00
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22
7092
Cutter Block Tube
$10.00
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23
7096
Taper Filler Tube Assembly
$25.00
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24
7105
8-32 x 5/8 TH Screw
$1.00
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25
7113
Tie Rod
$22.00
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26
7119
Nyliner Bearing-Straight
$2.75
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27
7124
Bearing Bracket
$3.00
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28
7126
4-40 x 5/16 BH Screw- Fastenal 70657
$1.00
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29
7127
4-40 x 3/8 FH Screw Fastenal 0170759
$1.00
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30
7248
4-40 Lock Nut
$1.00
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31
7322
Bearing
$2.00
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32
7399
4-40 X 8mm FH Screw, Philips
$1.00
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33
7447
Main Cutter Chain Roller (white) Taper
$1.50
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34
8288
#8-32, SS, Nylon lock, Hex nut
$1.00
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35
9007
Roller Axle Spring (Brake Pin)
$5.00
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36
9008
Drip Guard
$7.00
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37
9061
AT Taper Runner
$22.00
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38
9082
New Style Taper Head
$99.00
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39
9085
AT Tape Guide Runner
$22.00
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40
9086
Left Side Plate- Taper
$22.00
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41
9114
Chain Roller Support (Left)
$9.00
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42
9122
Cutter Chain Roller (white) Taper
$1.50
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43
9125
Cutter Chain Bushing (metal) Taper
$5.00
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44
9129
Main Chain Guard
$5.00
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45
9665
Right Side Plate- Taper
$27.00
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46
9910
AT Ball Screw 6-32x6.3
$1.00
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47
9911
AT Washer
$1.00
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48
9912
AT Brake Pin Holder
$49.00
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49
9913
Taper Brake Pin Screw
$1.00
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50
9914
AT Washer
$2.00
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51
9915
AT Brake Adjuster
$3.00
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Taper Tube Assembly 2G

Compatible with SKU(s): 4-760

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SCHEMATIC #
#
PART #
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
1
7012
#6-32 x 1/4 Fillister Head
$1.00
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2
7013
#6 Lockwasher Medium
$1.00
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3
7055
Gooser & Cutter Chain
$3.75
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4
7116
1/16 x 1/2in Cotter Pin Fastenal 74268
$1.00
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5
7117
Cutter Chain Tube
$10.00
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6
7130
Plunger
$32.00
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7
7131
1/4-20 Hex Castle Nut
$7.25
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8
7132
Plunger Cup
$28.99
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9
7133
Plunger Cup Washer
$7.25
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10
7134
1/4-20 X 3/4inin HH Screw
$4.00
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11
7135
1/4-20 Hex Nut
$3.00
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12
7137
Cable
$7.99
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13
7144
Control Extension Arm
$34.99
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14
7164
Tape Spool
$12.00
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15
7165
Creaser Trigger
$42.00
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16
7166
Taper Tube
$259.99
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17
7168
S-Hook
$2.00
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18
7169
Tube Protector
$17.00
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19
7170
6-32 x 3/16 Round Head
$1.00
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20
7178
#14 Brass Washer
$1.00
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21
7198
Creaser Connector Assembly
$28.00
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22
7235
Taper Band Screw
$1.50
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23
7287
Control Tube Assembly
$113.00
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24
7315
Washer Retaining
$1.00
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25
7344
Taper Head Assembly
$600.00
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26
8288
#8-32, SS, Nylon lock, Hex nut
$1.00
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27
9998
AT Tape Roll Holder
$38.00
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28
9999
AT Extension Arm Guide
$4.00
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Drive Dog Assembly (7097) 2G

Compatible with SKU(s): 4-760

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SCHEMATIC #
#
PART #
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
1
7060
Drive Dog Screw 8-32
$1.00
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2
7094
Spring Drive Dog
$2.00
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3
7097
Drive Dog Assembly
$100.00
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4
7100
Cable Drum Shaft
$27.00
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5
7116
1/16 x 1/2in Cotter Pin Fastenal 74268
$1.00
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Reviews

(5 reviews)
  • Great tool

    S. Chico, March 1, 2022

    5

    This is an amazing tool. Makes my job 10 times faster. Not so easy to use but once you get it you’ll be set. Def worth its price.

  • Great Product

    Matthew Brewer, August 26, 2020

    5

    Save me alot of time at work. One of the best tools i have ever bought.

  • Very impressed

    @captain_gyprock, July 22, 2020

    5

    My first time using a @level5tools taper and pump and I’m very impressed with both tools, they actually run smoother than a couple of the more expensive competitors tools and both have some features that really make them stand out.