Equalizer Viper Ratcheting Auto Glass Removal Tool Kit The EqualizerViperis a wire removal device designed for small quarter glass removals, but can also be used on windshields and back glasses. Its small, light, and easy to maneuver. Simply use a 1/2 drive ratchet with a 1-1/8 socket slipped over the shaft of the tool to rotate the wire reel. The double direction capability of the reel allows for optimum use and the magnetic points on the ratchet shaft ensure that your ratchet stays firmly attached to the tool, even in steep/vertical scenarios.