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swierker · 07-27-2011, 07:42 PM

Sorry if this is a simple question but this is my first time with a front suspension rebuild. What is the best way to remove the A arm shaft nuts (the ones at the ends)? The lowers look like they need over a 1 1/2" wench or socket to remove them and I don't have anything quite that big.

Is there tool from one of the auto parts store for loan that can be used for this? Or do I need to find a wrench or socket that big?

The A arms are from my 70 C10 and they have been removed from the truck.

Thanks in advance.

Dan

Wrenchbender Ret · 07-31-2011, 01:16 PM

You will have to buy a socket to fit it. Im not sure weather 1/2 in drive goes to that size. If not you will need a 3/4 drive socket & a reducer to use it on 1/2 in. drivers.

SCOTI · 07-31-2011, 02:16 PM

You don't have to buy that large of a socket.

A pipe wrench (in most house-hold toolboxes) will do the job. You might look around for a 'cheater' pipe to slip over the end of your wrench as sometimes they're a little stubborn.

*Shane* · 07-31-2011, 03:23 PM

I use an 18" crescent wrench ...

cdowns · 07-31-2011, 03:50 PM

big wrenches and sockets are good things to have to complete a tool set// my 1/2drive sockets go up thru 21/2 inches

Mike Bradbury · 07-31-2011, 04:00 PM

f you plan on reusing the caps then I would invest in a socket for them, so that they do not get all galled up as you are removing them. Mine were on pretty tight from all the years of grease and dirt that had built up in the joint.

SCOTI · 07-31-2011, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike Bradbury

f you plan on reusing the caps then I would invest in a socket for them, so that they do not get all galled up as you are removing them. Mine were on pretty tight from all the years of grease and dirt that had built up in the joint.

A couple trips around the edge w/quality masking tape prevents most galling. Worst case scenario needs a little bit of work w/a flat file when you're done.

07-27-2011, 07:42 PM	#1
swierker Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wallingford, PA Posts: 186	question about removing a arm shaft nuts Sorry if this is a simple question but this is my first time with a front suspension rebuild. What is the best way to remove the A arm shaft nuts (the ones at the ends)? The lowers look like they need over a 1 1/2" wench or socket to remove them and I don't have anything quite that big. Is there tool from one of the auto parts store for loan that can be used for this? Or do I need to find a wrench or socket that big? The A arms are from my 70 C10 and they have been removed from the truck. Thanks in advance. Dan __________________ 1970 Chevy LWB - 305/350 In Progress: 4/6 ECE drop, front discs, power brakes, Coys C5's.

07-31-2011, 01:16 PM	#2
Wrenchbender Ret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Overland Park, Ks. Posts: 5,203	Re: question about removing a arm shaft nuts You will have to buy a socket to fit it. Im not sure weather 1/2 in drive goes to that size. If not you will need a 3/4 drive socket & a reducer to use it on 1/2 in. drivers.

07-31-2011, 02:16 PM	#3
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,938	Re: question about removing a arm shaft nuts You don't have to buy that large of a socket. A pipe wrench (in most house-hold toolboxes) will do the job. You might look around for a 'cheater' pipe to slip over the end of your wrench as sometimes they're a little stubborn. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

07-31-2011, 03:23 PM	#4
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: question about removing a arm shaft nuts I use an 18" crescent wrench ...

07-31-2011, 03:50 PM	#5
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: question about removing a arm shaft nuts big wrenches and sockets are good things to have to complete a tool set// my 1/2drive sockets go up thru 21/2 inches __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

07-31-2011, 04:00 PM	#6
Mike Bradbury Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Diego California Posts: 1,316	Re: question about removing a arm shaft nuts f you plan on reusing the caps then I would invest in a socket for them, so that they do not get all galled up as you are removing them. Mine were on pretty tight from all the years of grease and dirt that had built up in the joint. __________________ I'd rather attempt something great and fail.. than try something ordinary and succeed. Norman Vincent Peale Project: Barn Raising http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=414961 Project: 30 Be Low https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=830583



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