1985cucv

ok im stumped here. i got the rods out 3 normal rods and one with a hook and i cannot get the thing to latch. with the hook end in i cannot get the thing to slip in so i can start to crank i am truly stumped here any help would be great

txpig

Use the square end not the hook.

RamWheelsBy4

Yes as stated above the rod with the hook end is not used. Put two of the other ones together. Use the squared hollow end to fit over the rod on the pulley. Slide the lug nut tool on the flat end and turn.

1985cucv

tried it that before and it doesnt work!!!!! maybe something is jagged up? thanks for the responses though

madhat

I would look to see if there is anything in the female end of the lowering system. Is it turning? Will it stop if you tighten it all the way? The tire might me stuck to the frame, you could give it few licks with a hammer after you've tried loosening it a little.

I see you're from WI, I would be concerned about the road salt and corrosion.

Dodgezilla

The little winch broke on my 03 and I had to pull it apart and fix it. I would try jarring the tire loose and if that doesn't work then try prying down on the tire with a crow bar or something similar while you are cranking. You may have to replace that winch. I'm going on vacation this weekend and on my way I am picking up some parts from a wrecked PowerWagon. If you want, I could ask him to pull that little winch off the truck for you if yours is truly broken. I'm not sure what he would want for it though. Maybe $20-$30......

The hooked rod is only for pulling the hubcaps off....

1985cucv

yeah i realize that now i am going to try and get it off today.

jbham

Maybe it has a spare tire lock on it. If it does then look for the silver rod.. which is the key.

1985cucv

still cannot get this thing out does anyone have any other suggestions if not i will be cutting the bracket that holds the tire on and rewelding it. thanks