RE: removing upper shock nut on 99 Dak 2wd

From: Ray Block (BPracing@wowway.com)
Date: Sun Jul 12 2009 - 07:13:41 EDT


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Eric
>
> This one is just 2 flats (like they smashed the stud to get them),
> so no regular socket fits it. And all 5 of my vice grips wouldn't
> catch properly (either too big of a curve, or wouldn't fit in the
> space).

I use a small open end wrench on the 2 flats to keep the shaft from turning
and a open or box end wrench on the retaining nut. While tedious due to
lack of space it works just fine.

Ray
http://www.dragtruk.com/ENTRIES/20KM1FD2KWBP.html



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