Date:         Fri, 28 Jun 2002 04:05:14 -0700
Reply-To:     dnmwilhite@EARTHLINK.NET
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         David Wilhite <dnmwilhite@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject:      Axle Nut is nuts

I'm working on replacing the clutch, pressure plate, wheel cylinders, rear
brakes, CV joints, just about a 'rear end' overhaul.  I just need to replace
the wheel bearings to complete my 'overhaul' and then re-install everything.
To top it all off, I've got to finish before Tuesday.  I have the Peachtree
road race to run on the 4th and then I'm leaving out for Panama City.  Talk
about timing.  I don't know why I can't start these projects when I'm not
under timing constraints, but it always ends up that way.  I'd put this part
of the job off, except that I'm pretty sure the driver's side needs replacing.


So.... In the process of 'attempting' to replace the axle bearings on the rear
wheels, I've come up against a major stumbling block.  The axle nut is huge
and I don't have a wrench or socket large enough for it.  I tried using an
adjustable wrench, but I can't use it because it's too tight and the wrench
slips, on the verge of screwing up the nut.  Anybody have an idea of what size
it is?  It measures 43.44 mm with calipers, so does that make it a 43 mm or a
44 mm nut?  One last thing, where do I get a wremch or socket of that size?

I appreciate any advice, assistance or moral support.

Thanks