Does anyone know the size of the big nut in the front wheel hub is? Also the torque rating for the 18mm bolts holding the axles. Thanks in advance.

 

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Good luck loosening it. They can be areal dog sometimes.

 

The bolts holding the rear axle shafts in are 90ft/lbs.

 

Thanks for the responses. It came loose easy enough with the help of an impact wrench. The most painful part of the job was the cost of the 1 11/16 socket. I had to pay $70, and they only come in 3/4 drive. Oh well, I can do ball joints by myself now so the investment is well worth it. Thanks again.

 

Yeah the one I have is 3/4" as well. The socket was around $25 though, from Sears. I just use a 3/4" to 1/2" adapter on it since I have 1/2" and 1" drive, but no 3/4"

 

I could have mailed you mine with return postage for that price.. What is that socket made of ??

 

I thought it would have cooked and cleaned for that price. LOL. I got the 3/4 to 1/2 adapter too. The bottom line is my baby is runnin' great again.