Re: removing upper shock nut on 99 Dak 2wd

From: Eric (huffy340@gmail.com)
Date: Sun Jul 12 2009 - 10:48:46 EDT


> > 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.

I don't have one that small, so i tried an adjustable, but there was
too much flex. It looked like an open end wrench wouldn't engage
enough because of the curved parts sticking out on each end, but
since it worked for you i should have tried that.



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