Also, the nuts are specific to each side. They loosen the way the tire turns
whilst moving forward, if I recall correctly.
Ron Soave wrote:
> --- SDOliner@aol.com wrote:
> > I am pulling all of the hubs off of the bugeye to
> > install 7/16 studs.
> > Front to sweat.
> > I have the rear drum and axels off. Now what to do
> > for that big nut?
> >
> > What tool do you guys use?
>
> The correct big socket is best and easiest, and you
> can re-torque it properly (way too cold to go to
> garage at the moment - 1 7/8, I think??). If you have
> a Farm and Fleet near you, US made socket is like $5
> or $6, discovered after a few times the cheater way (a
> punch and a hammer). I think Ace has non-US sockets
> in the correct size for around $8.
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