Axle nut

Discussion in 'International Forum' started by Hendog83, Feb 14, 2018.

  1. Hendog83

    Hendog83 Bobtail Member

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    I have a 2010 prostar I need to know what size socket I need for the steer axle locknut I was told 2 1/4 6 point but not sure I would like to know so I can buy the right socket
     
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  3. Justrucking2

    Justrucking2 Road Train Member

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  4. Hendog83

    Hendog83 Bobtail Member

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  5. boneebone

    boneebone Road Train Member

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    Use calipers and measure the nut.
     
  6. snowwy

    snowwy Road Train Member

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    2 1/4 seems pretty small. That's about the size of the steer nut on the old rear wheel drive cars.
     
  7. buddyd157

    buddyd157 Road Train Member

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    just go to any shop, have them help you with that information?

    even if you have to throw the guy a 5 or 10 spot, or take him a gift card to a donut shop.

    all mechanics like free coffee...or donuts.....lol

    the go to either NAPA, pep boys, autozone, O'Reilly's, and get one?
     
  8. Justrucking2

    Justrucking2 Road Train Member

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    If you haven't seen Rawze's videos, he has one on the drive axel bearings and races. Also how to torque the bearings to proper specs. Good stuff, and they are on youtube too. Rawze.com
     
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  9. Justrucking2

    Justrucking2 Road Train Member

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    If you are putting tools together, I would seriously look at getting one of these, a torque multiplier, https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-03715B-Torque-Multiplier-Foot-Pound/dp/B0017K5ARU

    Northern Tool also sells a larger 3/4". I have the one I posted above, It is great for getting into tight spaces, and found it incredibly useful to replace my shocks without having to tear the front end apart as my impact would not fit in those tight spaces up front. Also great for removing those stubborn bolts. Shop around, I found the above for $179 on the Walmart website.
     
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  10. Justrucking2

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    If you are going to do your own overhead on your Cummins, you will need this feeler gauge for the Jake brake adjustment. Much easier than stacking a bunch to get to 7mm. M20183 Feeler Gauge JAKE BRAKE Cummins ISX Engine (3163530)

    Also these feelers with handles, make it easier to get in there too. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SZ4UOZ4/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    These too, instead of a standard Allen wrench, which can drop into the head if you are not careful. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004MI5M8Q/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    Yep, if you own one of these trucks, tools are your friend.
     
  11. RoadRooster

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    Axle Nut... that would be great CB handle
     
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